Black market workarounds for Claude scale up as Anthropic tightens ID checks
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Anthropic's introduction of real-name ID verification for its Claude AI model has led to a surge in black market workarounds in China, where the service is officially banned. Chinese developers are seeking alternative ways to access Claude due to strong demand for its advanced capabilities.
Anthropic, a US AI startup, has introduced real-name identity verification for its Claude AI model, sparking a surge in black market workarounds in China. The move is expected to make it harder for Chinese developers to access Claude, which is officially banned in the country. Despite the ban, demand for Claude remains strong due to its advanced capabilities, particularly its coding product, Claude Code. Chinese developers have been using virtual private servers and relay platforms to bypass the restrictions. One such platform, AICodeMirror, claims to have over 10,000 registered users and 200 institutional clients. Anthropic's new requirements are similar to 'know your customer' checks used in the financial services industry.
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