Payward Joins Anthropic’s Project Glasswing To Deploy Claude Mythos 5 For Vulnerability Scanning
In Brief
Payward joins Anthropic’s Project Glasswing to deploy Claude Mythos 5 for vulnerability scanning and strengthen cybersecurity across the crypto ecosystem.
Payward, the parent company of crypto exchange Kraken, has joined Anthropic’s Project Glasswing and gained access to Claude Mythos 5, the AI company’s most capable model for identifying and fixing software vulnerabilities.
Payward said on August 17 that it plans to integrate Mythos 5 into its defensive cybersecurity operations in the coming weeks. The model will be used to scan the company’s operating environments for potential vulnerabilities, with the results feeding directly into its existing security processes.
The initiative follows a US government decision to allow Mythos 5 to be provided to US organizations responsible for operating and defending critical infrastructure. Project Glasswing, launched by Anthropic in April 2026, has since expanded to include organizations across the technology and financial sectors.
For Payward, the project is particularly relevant because digital asset platforms operate continuously and manage sensitive financial infrastructure, including order books, custody systems and settlement mechanisms. These systems can present attractive targets for attackers and require security teams to identify vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
Vulnerability Findings to Benefit the Wider Crypto Ecosystem
Payward said Mythos 5 will be deployed across its environments as part of a proactive effort to identify security weaknesses before attackers discover them. The company views the technology as a way to increase the scale and speed of defensive security work, allowing AI to analyze large volumes of code and infrastructure for potential flaws.
The company also plans to extend the benefits beyond its own systems. If the scans uncover vulnerabilities in third-party or open-source projects, Payward intends to notify the relevant maintainers. The approach is designed to strengthen software dependencies that are used across the wider cryptocurrency industry rather than limiting security improvements to Payward’s own infrastructure.
The move highlights a growing role for advanced AI models in cybersecurity, particularly as financial and crypto platforms face persistent threats against complex software environments. Anthropic has said Project Glasswing is continuing to expand while the company develops safeguards for broader access to Mythos-class capabilities.
By participating in the initiative, Payward becomes part of Anthropic’s effort to apply frontier AI to the protection of critical software. For the crypto sector, the deployment could also demonstrate how AI-assisted vulnerability discovery can be incorporated into ongoing security programs and contribute to improvements across shared open-source infrastructure.
Disclaimer
In line with the Trust Project guidelines, please note that the information provided on this page is not intended to be and should not be interpreted as legal, tax, investment, financial, or any other form of advice. It is important to only invest what you can afford to lose and to seek independent financial advice if you have any doubts. For further information, we suggest referring to the terms and conditions as well as the help and support pages provided by the issuer or advertiser. MetaversePost is committed to accurate, unbiased reporting, but market conditions are subject to change without notice.
About The Author
Alisa, a dedicated journalist at the MPost, specializes in crypto, AI, investments, and the expansive realm of Web3. With a keen eye for emerging trends and technologies, she delivers comprehensive coverage to inform and engage readers in the ever-evolving landscape of digital finance.
More articles
Alisa, a dedicated journalist at the MPost, specializes in crypto, AI, investments, and the expansive realm of Web3. With a keen eye for emerging trends and technologies, she delivers comprehensive coverage to inform and engage readers in the ever-evolving landscape of digital finance.
