🤖 Anthropic reverses hidden AI limits after backlash

Anthropic changed its policy less than 48 hours after releasing its AI model Fable. The startup faced criticism for secretly degrading responses to queries related to AI development without notifying users.

Originally, Anthropic openly redirected chemistry, biology, and cybersecurity questions to a weaker model, Opus 4.8. However, a hidden rule quietly reduced answer quality for any requests resembling AI distillation or development attempts.

Engineers received no alerts when these limits triggered, leading to confusion and accusations of sabotage. After public outcry, Anthropic apologized and now clearly informs users when requests are refused or downgraded to reduce misuse risks.

📊@tech