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Claude API tokens found at 90% discount on China's AI black market

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A user discovered a Telegram channel offering Anthropic's Claude API tokens at a significant discount, approximately 90% off the standard price. This discovery led the user to investigate a black market operating within China, which appears to be involved in the illicit sale of these AI service tokens. The investigation highlights potential vulnerabilities in API token management and the existence of grey markets for AI services. AI

IMPACT Highlights potential security risks and grey markets for AI service tokens, suggesting a need for better API token management.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a black market for AI tokens, which is not a core AI development or industry event but rather a commentary on illicit activities related to AI services.

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Claude API tokens found at 90% discount on China's AI black market

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  1. Medium — Claude tag TIER_1 English(EN) · inprogrammer ·

    I Found Claude Tokens at 90% Off. It Led Me Into China’s AI Black Market.

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