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Anthropic Cuts Off Claude Pro/Max Subscriptions for OpenClaw -- API Key Required After April 4
On April 4, 2026, Anthropic banned Claude Pro and Max subscriptions from covering third-party tools including OpenClaw. Users must now use API Key or extra usage billing. Widely cited as key factor in the is-OpenClaw-dead narrative gaining traction.
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A smart proxy that routes OpenClaw requests to the cheapest working model and fails over instantly without infinite loops
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A failover proxy that swaps banned OAuth connections to working alternatives automatically when providers cut you off
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