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Anthropic Reverses Ban and Allows Job Applicants to Use AI in Interviews

What Happened

Anthropic, a $61.5 billion artificial intelligence company, has reversed its previous decision to ban AI usage during job interviews. The company had originally prohibited job candidates from using generative AI tools, like its own Claude or others, in application assessments and interview processes. Citing a desire to acknowledge the practical realities of how new technology is used in modern work environments, Anthropic will now permit applicants to use AI assistance. This move follows growing debate across the tech industry about the appropriateness of AI in hiring and candidate evaluations.

Why It Matters

This policy switch by Anthropic reflects the increasing normalization of AI in everyday professional settings, including recruitment. It may influence other tech firms to reconsider strict prohibitions on AI use in hiring. As generative AI becomes more embedded in workplace tools, expectations of transparency and ethical standards are also shifting. Read more in our AI News Hub

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