Anthropic pilots Claude Money to link bank accounts for AI-driven financial insights
Anthropic is testing a new feature in its Claude iOS app called Claude Money, which lets users connect bank accounts so the AI can answer questions about spending and financial planning. The feature appears similar to OpenAI's ChatGPT Finances, which uses Plaid to link accounts and currently supports over 12,000 U.S. institutions. Details on bank support, availability, and privacy safeguards remain limited, and the rollout may exclude Europe due to data protection concerns.
The feature was spotted in the Claude iOS app's interface, appearing as a new "Money" section alongside existing tabs like Chats, Code, and Artifacts. A "Get started" button is visible, but the feature isn't widely available yet. TestingCatalog surfaced the references ahead of any official announcement, leaving key details unconfirmed.
Anthropic's move mirrors OpenAI's ChatGPT Finances, which connects through Plaid and covers over 12,000 U.S. financial institutions. OpenAI states it doesn't train models on personal financial data. Given Europe's strict data protection regulations, Anthropic may restrict Claude Money to the U.S., following OpenAI's approach.
Claude Money could significantly change how individuals interact with their personal finances, potentially making financial planning more accessible through conversational AI. Users may gain faster insights into spending patterns, but this convenience could come with privacy trade-offs. If the feature handles sensitive banking data, any security breach could expose users to financial harm. The exclusion of European users may also create a divide in AI financial services access, though it reflects cautious handling of data protection concerns.