Goldman Sachs has restricted its employees in Hong Kong from accessing Anthropic’s AI models, a move reflecting increasing US-China tensions surrounding AI technology and data security. This restriction, which specifically affects access to Anthropic’s Claude, stems from the bank’s compliance with its enterprise agreement with the vendor after direct discussions. Notably, other AI tools, such as those from OpenAI, remain available to staff in the region.

Anthropic: Anthropic is a US-based AI research and safety company developing advanced large language models like the Claude series, emphasizing reliable and interpretable AI systems. Its models are facing access limitations by financial institutions in regions like Hong Kong due to geopolitical considerations and contractual compliance with US policies.
Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment bank providing services in investment banking, trading, asset management, and consumer finance. It recently restricted its Hong Kong bankers from accessing Anthropic’s Claude AI models following a consultation with Anthropic and a strict interpretation of their contract amid US-China technology tensions.

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“US-China Tensions”: “Rising US-China tensions over AI technology and data security are prompting banks to limit access to AI models in Hong Kong.”,
“Vendor Specificity”: “The access block affects only Anthropic’s Claude, leaving tools from other providers unaffected for Hong Kong staff.”,
“Contract Interpretation”: “Goldman Sachs’ restriction results from adhering to its enterprise agreement with Anthropic.”
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