In early 2026, a platform called Moltbook, later renamed OpenClaw, went viral for what appeared to be a startling development. Autonomous AI agents were posting, debating, upvoting, and forming communities without human participation. Basically, how most end-of-the-world sci-fi movies start. Headlines hinted at emergent coordination. Some observers worried about rogue systems. The reality was a bit less cinematic, yet more instructive. When the dust settled a bit, we learned that a lot of the overly sensational posts were crafted by people using the platform’s API to mimic bots. The platform was quickly flooded with spam, scam-related content, and manipulated posts.…
Eric Schwake
Eric Schwake
Eric Schwake is a Director of Cybersecurity Strategy at Salt Security, a pioneer of API security, helping organizations protect critical digital assets from evolving threats. As businesses increasingly rely on APIs for functionality and data exchange, securing these attack surfaces is paramount. Salt Security offers continuous API discovery, posture governance, and runtime protection to ensure resilient Zero Trust architectures. With the growing complexity of security landscapes, Salt Security equips enterprises with AI-driven automation and real-time threat detection, enabling them to mitigate risks, enhance compliance, and safeguard their digital transformation efforts