OKX Restricts Staff Use of Claude AI in Hong Kong and China

OKX restricts Claude AI use for Hong Kong employees

The cryptocurrency exchange OKX has barred its staff in Hong Kong from using the artificial intelligence tool Claude. OKX is a platform used for trading digital assets like Bitcoin. Claude is an AI model developed by the company Anthropic PBC.

The restriction also applies to employees who are traveling through mainland China. This move follows a reported suspension of the AI service's use within the company's regional operations.

Key details of the restriction

• Staff based in Hong Kong are prohibited from using the Claude AI assistant.
• The ban extends to any employees currently traveling through China.
• The tool in question is Claude, which is produced by Anthropic PBC.

Confirmed actions

According to reports, the decision specifically targets staff located in or moving through these specific regions. OKX has not provided further details in the supplied material regarding the specific reasons for the ban beyond the mention of a prior suspension.

Sources

• Bloomberg Crypto