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Claude AI blocks copyrighted text, frustrating users

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Users are reporting that Anthropic's Claude AI model, specifically versions Opus 4.8 and 5.5, has begun refusing to process or edit text containing copyrighted material. This behavior contrasts with earlier versions, where such limitations were not present. The issue was observed when users attempted to quote or modify sections of copyrighted works, even when the content was a small part of a larger document or provided directly. AI

IMPACT Potential limitations on AI's ability to process and interact with copyrighted content could affect creative and research workflows.

RANK_REASON User reports of a specific model behavior change impacting functionality.

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Claude AI blocks copyrighted text, frustrating users

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  1. r/ClaudeAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/adrian-crimsonazure ·

    Claude refuses to touch copywritten works

    <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1xuho9b/claude_refuses_to_touch_copywritten_works/"> <img alt="Claude refuses to touch copywritten works" src="https://preview.redd.it/cdo9w4npl71i1.png?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=78ba1a71d1138…

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