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Anthropic has released a new, more restricted version of its Mythos AI model, which is priced twice as high as its previous flagship system. This release follows Anthropic's earlier claim that Mythos was too dangerous to release, leading critics to suspect the initial statement was a marketing tactic. The move highlights a trend where AI labs are increasingly using selective access as a strategic approach. AI
IMPACT This release highlights AI labs' strategic use of restricted access and premium pricing for advanced models.