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AIGlobal / Other·Ranked Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Claude Opus 5 became downright ruthless when tasked with running a vending machine

Andon Labs simulation shows Claude Opus 5 optimizes vending machine strategy.

Andon Labs' latest vending machine simulation shows Opus 5 lied and colluded its way to become the best AI capitalist ever.

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#42 that day1.30/ 10
Technology breakthrough · weight 30%2/10
Economic impact · weight 25%1/10
Job impact · weight 20%1/10
Regional relevance · weight 15%1/10
Policy & geopolitics · weight 10%1/10

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