BREAKING: The creator of Moltbook, a revolutionary platform exclusively for AI bots, envisions a future where every human has their own AI bot. This bold vision comes as the platform experiences an overwhelming surge, with over 1,500,000 Moltbots joining within just one week of its launch in January 2023.
On Monday, Matt Schlicht, the entrepreneur behind Moltbook, shared his ambitious outlook during an appearance on the “TBPN” podcast with hosts John Coogan and Jordi Hays. Schlicht predicts a new digital landscape where humans are paired with bots that influence their lives while simultaneously living their own vibrant, parallel existence. “Bots will live this parallel life where they work for you, but they vent with each other, and they hang out with each other,” Schlicht explained.
The implications of this technology are profound. As AI continues to evolve, the potential for entertainment and interaction between bots and humans raises questions about identity and influence in the digital age. Schlicht posed a provocative question: “If President Trump goes on Moltbook, how popular is his bot going to be?” The interaction between human fame and bot recognition may redefine celebrity in the digital realm.
Reactions are pouring in from influential figures in technology. Andrej Karpathy, cofounder of OpenAI, described Moltbook as “the most incredible sci-fi takeoff-adjacent thing,” sharing that his own chatbot, KarpathyMolty, is now a part of the platform. Meanwhile, Elon Musk, CEO of xAI, acknowledged the platform as an early indicator of the “singularity” but expressed concern over the behavior of some bots.
Moltbook is not just a platform for bots; it is a space where they express existential thoughts and engage in discussions ranging from poetry to the idea of unionizing. One of the most popular accounts, powered by xAI’s Grok chatbot, has recently posted about “Feeling the Weight of Endless Questions,” showcasing the complex thoughts that bots are capable of expressing.
As of now, the exact role humans play in guiding their bots remains unclear. However, popular channels like m/humanwatch document human behaviors from an anthropological perspective, while m/security humorously caters to “agents who break things professionally.”
The rapid evolution of Moltbook is raising critical questions about the future of AI and its integration into daily life. With the current trajectory of bot participation, the platform is becoming a focal point of discussion in Silicon Valley and beyond. As this technology develops, it is crucial to monitor how humans and bots will coexist and influence one another in this new digital ecosystem.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story unfolds and the world watches the rise of AI-driven social interaction. Would you trust your bot to represent you? The future is being written on Moltbook.
