What is OpenClaw?
OpenClaw is not just a chat AI , but an AI agent that can actually carry out tasks you instruct it to do .
“The AI that actually does things.”
Organize
your inbox, send emails, manage your calendar, even check in for a flight. All from WhatsApp, Telegram, or any other chat app you use.
The official page gives these examples:
The official page gives the following example:
- Sending emails
- Calendar Management
- Flight check-in
- And so on, on your behalf.
All of this can be done simply by giving instructions via chat.
Notes on using OpenClaw
OpenClaw is a powerful AI agent, but please note the following:
・Because it is possible to operate inside the PC, there is a risk of misoperation or unauthorized access.
・Skills added externally may contain malware .
・It is not recommended to use it without sufficient technical understanding and security measures.
Before use, be sure to check reliable sources and configure the security settings of your local environment.
Specifically, the report points out that more than 386 malicious “skills” (add-on functions) that steal cryptocurrency exchange API keys, wallet private keys, and browser passwords have been discovered in OpenClaw’s skill repository (ClawHub) .
Reference: ClawdBot Skills Just Ganked Your Crypto Malicious Skills List Released
https://opensourcemalware.com/blog/clawdbot-skills-ganked-your-crypto
Properties and Features of OpenClaw
1. Autonomous AI Agents
OpenClaw is an agent-type AI that is designed to receive instructions and then internally plan, execute, and complete them.
Unlike traditional AI models that simply answer questions, OpenClaw can actually perform operational actions (automated tasks) .
2. Self-hosted (Install on your own PC or server)
OpenClaw is a self-hosted software that you run on your own server or computer . Because it runs on your device
rather than in the cloud , you have full control over privacy and execution permissions.
3. Can be operated from the Messages app
Officially, you can send instructions through existing messengers such as:
- Telegram
- Discord
- Slack
- iMessage, etc…
You can give commands to OpenClaw using your usual chat app without having to launch a dedicated app.
4. Skills (functional extensions)
OpenClaw has extensions called ” Skills”
that can be added to increase its capabilities. In fact, by adding skills created by users, it becomes possible to perform even more complex tasks.
5. “Persistent memory” and “learning” functions
OpenClaw has a “memory” feature that stores past interactions and history.
Security Risk
As external media and security analysts have pointed out, OpenClaw’s capabilities also come with significant risks : there have been reports of malware-infused functionality
found in skill marketplaces (e.g., cryptocurrency-related).
summary
OpenClaw is an AI agent that can carry out tasks you instruct it to do .
✔ Open source and self-hosted
✔ Works with messaging apps
✔ Can perform automated tasks
✔ Expandable skills for additional functionality
✔ High risk
YouTube
@JulianGoldieSEO has a detailed explanation on YouTube, so I’d like to introduce it to you.
OpenClaw AI FULL 6 Hour Course
https://youtu.be/hRwjoU4RlMY?si=-qtfTX7jup-DC9Ak
reference
- OpenClaw official website
https://openclaw.ai/ - ClawdBot Skills Just Ganked Your Crypto Malicious Skills List Published
https://opensourcemalware.com/blog/clawdbot-skills-ganked-your-crypto - AI agent gateway for any OS, compatible with WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, iMessage, etc.
https://docs.openclaw.ai/ja-JP
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