deactivation
Americannoun
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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
The team has applied for a patent for their invention as a way to minimize catalytic deactivation.
From Science Daily • Nov. 26, 2024
"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
Lyft also unveiled a new in-app button that lets drivers appeal deactivation decisions.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2024
I bring up my deactivation hack, take a deep breath, and run it on the Artifact in my hand.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
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