Anthropic has released Claude Cowork, a research‑preview AI agent built on its Claude Code technology and aimed at non‑technical users. The tool runs on macOS, lets subscribers of the $100‑a‑month plan manage files, convert documents, clean up email inboxes and interact with browsers and calendars. Claude Cowork operates through a virtual‑machine sandbox, requiring explicit folder permissions and internet connectivity. While early testers praise its ease of use for routine chores, Anthropic warns of security considerations such as prompt‑injection attacks and advises users to limit access to sensitive data. Read more →