Anthropic charges Claude Code users for third-party tools

Anthropic is implementing a new pricing structure for its Claude Code subscribers, requiring an additional payment for usage of third-party tools like OpenClaw. Previously, these tools were included within the subscription limits. The company states this change is due to unsustainable usage patterns with these external platforms, aiming for long-term customer support and sustainable growth. This policy will extend to more third-party harnesses shortly. The announcement follows the OpenClaw creator's move to rival OpenAI, sparking debate about Anthropic's stance on open-source tools, though Anthropic insists it remains a fan of open source and is offering refunds.