Anthropic Implements Identity Verification for Its AI Users

Anthropic Strengthens Security with New Privacy Policy

The start-up Anthropic, currently in the spotlight in the field of artificial intelligence, has recently made a decision that could spark debate. The company has updated its privacy policy, introducing an identity verification measure that may not please everyone, particularly those who value their online anonymity.

This update comes after the White House demanded the suspension of access to Claude Fable 5, Anthropic's most powerful AI model, as well as to Mythos. In response to this directive, Dario Amodei's company appears to want to ensure the identity of users of its AI models.

Details of the New Privacy Policy

Anthropic specified in entry number 2 of the privacy policy that it may ask users to verify their age or identity. This step aims to ensure the security of the services offered by the company. Users of the Claude Free, Pro, and Max options are affected by this measure. However, users of Claude Team and Claude Enterprise are not impacted for the time being.

Verification may require the submission of an ID, a selfie, or even a short video, reminiscent of the KYC (Know Your Customer) procedures commonly used in the cryptocurrency sector. This initiative seems to be a response to concerns from the U.S. executive branch, allowing for any suspicious activity to be linked to an identifiable user.

Potential Consequences for the AI Sector

Anthropic's decision could prompt other major players in artificial intelligence, such as OpenAI with ChatGPT or Google with Gemini, to adopt similar measures. By positioning themselves as safe platforms, these companies could follow Anthropic's lead to enhance the security of their services, while raising questions about user privacy.