After OpenClaw's China Tour, We Interviewed a Group of 'Lobster Chasers'
In March 2026, OpenClaw surpassed React to become the most-starred project on GitHub, rapidly gaining global recognition as a leading AI tool. Dubbed the "lobster" by enthusiasts, this automation-focused AI agent has sparked widespread discussion and a sense of urgency among tech communities, particularly in China.
Following the "Web4.0 China Tour" initiated by figures from the crypto space, offline events saw significant turnout, attracting everyone from seasoned developers to curious newcomers, including teenagers and seniors. Participants expressed a mix of excitement and "AI anxiety," driven by fears of being left behind.
Discussions revealed divergent perspectives: while some see AI as a threat to jobs, others, citing reports like Anthropic’s, argue it will reshape rather than replace roles—impacting structured, cognitive tasks more than manual labor. The intersection of AI and crypto also emerged as a key theme, with some believing cryptocurrency could become the native economic system for AI agents.
Despite the hype, many users struggle to operationalize OpenClaw, with some paying for installation services only to face unexpected costs or operational challenges. The consensus among informed participants is that success lies not in merely adopting the tool, but in effectively leveraging it to solve real problems. In the age of AI, early adoption does not guarantee advantage—meaningful outcomes depend on practical application.
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