Goldman Sachs Restricts Use of Advanced AI Coding Tools to Engineering Roles

Goldman Sachs has restricted access to advanced AI coding tools—previously available firmwide via Anthropic's Claude Code and Microsoft's GitHub—to engineers only, following an internal review of productivity and risk-management concerns, with revised guidelines taking effect in October. Some traders, who had used the tools for tasks like monitoring client flows, modeling positions, and producing written and graphic materials, have voiced frustration with the change. The move highlights how banks are tightening governance around AI adoption as usage expands beyond engineering teams. Watch for whether other major banks adopt similar access restrictions and how Goldman balances trader productivity demands against compliance and risk controls.