What is Claude Code and why the hype?

Anthropic's tool for easy AI-assisted coding—no terminal terror needed. It's exploding because it democratizes dev magic.

Is it safe to download Claude Code leak repos?

No—many pack infostealer malware. Stick to official sources.

Unlikely soon, but leaks might force their hand. Watch for announcements.

🤖 Large Language Models

Anthropic's hot AI coding tool just got exposed—source code leaked, and hackers are turning it into a malware trap. Download at your peril.

theAIcatchup Apr 08, 2026 3 min read

Anthropic's Claude Code source leaked; hackers added infostealer malware to GitHub copies. 𝕏
Company issued 8,000+ takedowns, narrowed to 96—ongoing battle. 𝕏
Echoes past leaks; could accelerate AI's open evolution despite risks. 𝕏

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Originally reported by Wired - AI