Chinese companies used Claude to improve own models, Anthropic says

Three Chinese companies attempted to use the chatbot Claude to enhance their own AI models, Anthropic said in a blog post on Monday. The companies tried to obtain capabilities improperly from Claude, according to the creator of the chatbot. Meanwhile, Anthropic highlighted the misuse as an example of challenges in intellectual property protection within AI development. Despite this, the company did not disclose the names of the firms involved. The incident underscores ongoing tensions in AI technology sharing and competition. Anthropic said it remains committed to safeguarding its innovations while supporting responsible AI use. The situation also points to broader concerns about technology transfer and model training practices in the AI sector. This case adds to discussions on the governance of AI tools and the importance of clear usage policies. Anthropic’s statement follows increased scrutiny over AI model security globally.