Microsoft has announced the cancellation of licenses for Claude Code, an AI coding tool developed by Anthropic. This decision follows the initial rollout that began in December 2025.
During the rollout, thousands of Microsoft developers were invited to utilize Claude Code, which aimed to boost productivity among project managers and designers.
The cancellation of access took effect on May 14, 2026, marking a significant shift in Microsoft's approach to integrating AI tools within its development processes.