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deactivation

American  
[dee-ak-tuhv-ay-shuhn] / diˌæk təvˈeɪ ʃən /

noun

plural

deactivations
  1. the act, process, or result of deactivating something.


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In an earlier simulation, Anthropic showed that Claude and other AI models were at times willing to blackmail users—or even let an executive die in a hot server room—in order to avoid deactivation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

"We are particularly concerned that Mr Manjang was not made aware that his account was in the process of deactivation, nor provided any clear and effective route to challenge the technology," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2024

He said the company is also providing a new in-app button for drivers to appeal deactivation decisions and providing direct access to a specialized support team focused on appeals.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2024

Lyft also unveiled a new in-app button that lets drivers appeal deactivation decisions.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2024

It was one of the reasons that the deactivation injection was now required as soon as you were done with your Glitching career.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin