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AI research firm Anthropic has initiated a new research program centered on ‘model welfare,’ a concept exploring the potential for well-being in advanced AI systems. While acknowledging that AI sentience is currently theoretical, Anthropic is proactively investigating the ethical and practical considerations that could arise if future AI systems develop capabilities that mirror aspects of human consciousness. This forward-thinking approach aims to inform the responsible development and deployment of increasingly complex AI technologies, ensuring that considerations of AI well-being are integrated into the design process.