Anthropic Releases
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Tracking 218 Anthropic releases · Updated
- Anthropic Python SDK Releases sdkai ·
Anthropic SDK Python v0.94.0 adds Vertex EU region support
Anthropic's Python SDK has released version 0.94.0, introducing support for the Vertex EU region. This update includes a bug fix for ensuring file data is sent as a single parameter and documentation enhancements. The release benefits users integrating with Anthropic's models via the Vertex AI platform in the EU, with improved examples now available.
feature patch - Anthropic Python SDK Releases sdkaipreviewengineer ·
Anthropic SDK for Python 0.93.0 adds beta advisor tool
Anthropic released version 0.93.0 of its Python SDK, introducing a beta advisor tool. This new feature allows developers to leverage enhanced advisory capabilities within their applications. The update is available now for developers using the Python SDK and is marked as a beta feature.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Anthropic Claude adds role-based access controls for Enterprise
Anthropic Claude now offers role-based access controls (RBAC) for Enterprise plans, allowing admins to organize users into groups and assign custom roles for capability management. This feature enables granular control over Claude features, such as Claude Cowork, based on team or department needs, facilitating controlled adoption. Setup involves managing permissions, group spend limits, and custom roles for specific teams.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aigaengineer ·
Claude Cowork now generally available on desktop
Claude Cowork is now generally available for macOS and Windows via the Claude Desktop app. This release expands functionality with new capabilities in the Analytics API for engagement and adoption data, usage analytics for Team and Enterprise plans, and OpenTelemetry support for monitoring activity. These updates are available now and cater to users of Claude Enterprise.
feature announcement - Anthropic Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineer ·
Anthropic SDK Python v0.92.0 Adds Claude Managed Agents Support
The Anthropic SDK for Python has been updated to version 0.92.0, introducing support for Claude Managed Agents. This new feature allows developers to leverage enhanced agent capabilities within their applications. The update is available now for users of the Python SDK.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Claude mobile app gains interactive app integration
The Claude mobile app now supports fully interactive applications, allowing users to engage with live charts, diagrams, and shareable assets directly within conversations. This enhancement provides a more dynamic and visually rich user experience for mobile users. The feature is available now for iOS and Android users.
feature - Claude Release Notes aipreviewengineer ·
Claude Code gains computer use capabilities for Pro/Max users
Anthropic is previewing a new "computer use" capability for Claude Code on Pro and Max plans, allowing it to interact with a user's computer to perform tasks. This feature enhances Claude's ability to act on user requests, especially within the Cowork environment and with Dispatch, by enabling it to run dev tools and navigate the UI. This functionality is available as a preview, requiring a Pro or Max subscription to access.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Claude generates custom charts and diagrams
Claude now generates custom charts, diagrams, and other visualizations directly within its chat responses. This feature allows users to create visual representations of data or concepts interactively. More details are available in the "Custom visuals in chat" documentation.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Claude add-ins for Excel and PowerPoint gain cross-application context
Anthropic has enhanced its Claude add-ins for Excel and PowerPoint, enabling them to share full conversation context across both applications. This update also introduces support for skills and allows users of Amazon Bedrock, Google Cloud Vertex AI, or Microsoft Foundry to connect via an LLM gateway. These improvements aim to provide a more integrated and powerful user experience by allowing actions in one application to be informed by interactions in the other. The update is available for users leveraging these existing integrations.
feature - Claude Release Notes ai ·
Claude free users gain chat history memory
Anthropic has enabled memory from chat history for all Claude users, including those on the free tier. This change allows users to recall and build upon previous conversations more effectively. Access to this feature is now available for all users without additional cost or prerequisites.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Cowork adds scheduled tasks, Claude Desktop adds customization
Cowork now supports creating and scheduling recurring and on-demand tasks, enhancing workflow automation. Concurrently, Claude Desktop introduces a new 'Customize' section to centralize skills, plugins, and connectors. These updates aim to improve user productivity and streamline access to integrated tools. Further details on scheduling tasks are available in the linked documentation.
feature - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Cowork Plugins Marketplace and Admin Controls Launched
Anthropic has launched a new plugin marketplace and admin controls for its Cowork platform on Team and Enterprise plans. This feature allows organizations to manage and utilize plugins, enhancing productivity and workflow customization. More details are available in the provided management and usage articles.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aipreview ·
Anthropic launches Claude Sonnet 4.6 with enhanced capabilities
Anthropic has released Claude Sonnet 4.6, their most capable Sonnet model to date, featuring significant upgrades in coding, reasoning, and knowledge work. A key highlight is the beta availability of a 1 million token context window. This release aims to improve performance for a wide range of tasks for users.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Anthropic Analytics API for Enterprise plans
Anthropic has launched an Enterprise Analytics API providing programmatic access to Claude and Claude Code Remote usage data aggregated per organization per day. This API allows organizations to gain insights into their usage patterns and is available for Enterprise plans. Each endpoint returns a snapshot for a single specified date.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Anthropic offers self-serve Enterprise plans
Anthropic has launched self-serve Enterprise plans, removing the need for a Sales conversation to purchase. This change allows any organization to directly buy an Enterprise plan on their website. The plans include access to Claude, Claude Code, and Cowork, with further details available in their blog post.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aiengineer ·
Claude for Excel Adds Opus 4.6, Native Operation Support
Claude for Excel has been updated to leverage the Opus 4.6 model and now supports native Excel operations like pivot table editing and conditional formatting. These enhancements allow users to interact with and modify spreadsheet features directly through Claude. This update is relevant for users who utilize Claude for Excel for spreadsheet analysis and manipulation.
feature - Claude Release Notes ai ·
Claude available as a PowerPoint add-in
Anthropic has released Claude as an add-in for Microsoft PowerPoint. This integration allows users to leverage Claude's capabilities directly within their presentation software. The add-in is now available for use.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes ai ·
Claude Opus 4.6 Launched with Enhanced Coding Capabilities
Anthropic has launched an upgraded version of its Claude Opus model, focusing on improved coding proficiency. This update aims to provide users with more advanced capabilities for software development tasks. The model is now available, and further details can be found in their blog post.
feature announcement - Claude Release Notes aipreview ·
Cowork research preview expanded to Pro plans
Cowork, an AI research preview, is now available to Pro plan users on Claude Desktop for macOS. This expansion provides access to more users who may benefit from its capabilities. The feature is currently in preview and specifically targets macOS users on Pro plans.
announcement - Claude Release Notes aihealthcare ·
Anthropic Claude Now HIPAA-Ready for Enterprise Plans
Anthropic has released a HIPAA-ready version of its Claude AI model for organizations on Enterprise plans. This enables businesses to process protected health information (PHI) securely through Claude. More details are available for those interested in HIPAA-ready Enterprise plans.
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