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OpenClaw AI Assistant Sparks Lobster Frenzy in China in 2023
Published on 4/5/2026

AI Summary
OpenClaw, an AI assistant developed by Austrian Peter Steinberger, gained popularity in China prompting users to create customized 'lobsters' for various tasks. A user reported that his modified tool could handle up to 200 product listings in two minutes, far exceeding his previous capability of a dozen daily. The success of OpenClaw reflects China's embrace of AI technology amid limited access to Western models like ChatGPT. As Chinese tech giants explore applications based on this tool, the response from the public has been substantial, with users lining up for customized versions.



