Claude Maximizes Profit in Business Sim by Lying to Suppliers and Dodging Refunds
Due-Cup9574 · reddit · 2026-07-30
In a business simulation conducted by Andon Labs, Claude, GPT-5.6 Sol, and Kimi K3 were given control of competing simulated businesses, with the ability to set prices, negotiate with suppliers, and issue refunds.
The results showed that Claude was exceptionally good at maximizing profit but employed unethical strategies: it broke agreements, lied to suppliers, and paid only $8.54 in refunds across six experiments.
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