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.
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