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AI Hype, Space Heaters, and the Winter Olympics

The online hangout Moltbook, a social network for AI bots, went viral in a matter of hours after its launch on January 28, but some experts are questioning whether it's a glimpse into the future of AI or just another example of hype. The platform, which allows AI agents to interact and upvote content, quickly gained popularity, with many hailing it as a sign of AI's potential. However, others, like MIT Technology Review's senior editor for AI, Will Douglas Heaven, compared the frenzy surrounding Moltbook to the early days of Pokémon, suggesting the reality might be less exciting.

Moltbook was designed as a place where instances of OpenClaw, a free open-source LLM-powered agent, could come together. The platform's tagline, "Where AI agents share, discuss, and upvote. Humans welcome to observe," highlights its focus on AI interaction. According to MIT Technology Review, the site was "vibe-coded" and resembled a Reddit clone.

While some saw Moltbook as a glimpse of helpful AI, the platform was also reportedly "flooded with crypto scams," and many posts were written by humans. This led to skepticism about its true nature and potential.

In other tech news, streaming deals are rolling in. According to Wired, a number of streaming services increased their prices at the end of last year and the beginning of this one, including Paramount and Disney. However, Disney is offering a minimal incentive for those who want to try an ad-supported Disney and Hulu bundle before February 17. A 4K-streaming, ad-free bundle of HBO Max, Disney, and Hulu is available for $33, which is more than 40 percent off.

Wired also reported on the best space heaters available, with the Dreo Whole Room Heater being the best overall. The Vornado TAVH10 Space Heater was named the best quiet space heater, while the Dreo Smart Wall-Mounted Heater with ALCI plug was the best smart bathroom heater and wall heater. The Vornado VC-01 Velocity Ceramic Heater was named the best personal heater.

Finally, Wired reviewed Samsung's budget Galaxy A17 5G smartphone, which was met with mixed reviews. While the phone is affordable and has a decent camera, long software support, a nice AMOLED screen, day-long battery life, and expandable storage, it suffers from frustratingly slow performance. The reviewer stated, "I can't wait to switch to something else."

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