TL;DR
OpenClaw (formerly ClawdBot, then MoltBot) is a popular open-source AI agent that went viral in January 2026. But with three name changes in weeks, multiple security vulnerabilities, hijacked accounts, and no professional support, it is not suitable for business use. MyAgentive and AgentiveClew offer the same capabilities with enterprise-grade security, Australian-based support, and managed cloud infrastructure. For businesses, the choice is clear.
The OpenClaw Story: From Viral Hit to Security Nightmare
In late January 2026, a personal AI assistant called ClawdBot took the internet by storm. Built on Mario Zechner's Pi Agent SDK, it promised to be your personal AI that could handle tasks via Telegram, WhatsApp, and other messaging platforms.
Then things went wrong. Fast. And kept going wrong.
The Chaotic Timeline
- 1. Trademark Issue: Anthropic requested a name change because "Clawd" was too similar to "Claude". Fair enough.
- 2. First Rebrand to MoltBot: During the rename, the developer tried to change the GitHub org and X/Twitter handle simultaneously. In approximately 10 seconds, crypto scammers snatched both accounts.
- 3. Security Vulnerability: Security firm SlowMist announced an authentication bypass in the gateway system that exposed hundreds of API keys and private conversation histories.
- 4. NPM Package Squatting: The official
moltbotnpm package was claimed by squatters. The legitimate package remained underclawdbot. - 5. Second Rebrand to OpenClaw: Just weeks later, another name change to "OpenClaw" at openclaw.ai. More confusion, more potential for impersonation.
The Deeper Security Concerns
Beyond the chaotic rebranding, security researchers have identified several concerning patterns with community-driven AI agent projects like OpenClaw:
Security Red Flags
- API Key Exposure: The gateway architecture stored API keys in a way that made them vulnerable to extraction. When the breach occurred, users' Anthropic API keys were compromised.
- Conversation History Leaks: Private conversations, including those containing sensitive business data, were accessible through the authentication bypass vulnerability.
- Supply Chain Risk: With npm packages, GitHub orgs, and social accounts being hijacked, users cannot be certain they are running legitimate code.
- No Security Response Team: When vulnerabilities are discovered, community projects rely on volunteer response. There is no SLA, no guaranteed patch timeline.
- Telegram Bot Token Risks: Self-hosted Telegram bots with exposed tokens can be hijacked, allowing attackers to impersonate users or access private messages.
This is not a criticism of the OpenClaw team. Open-source projects face these challenges constantly. But for businesses handling sensitive data, customer information, or financial records, these risks are simply unacceptable.
Why Enterprise AI Agents Need a Different Approach
When you are running a business, you need:
Security You Can Trust
Not "we'll patch it when someone reports it" but proactive security with proper authentication, encryption, and audit trails.
Professional Support
When something breaks at 2am before a client presentation, you need someone to call. Not a Discord channel.
Data Sovereignty
Australian businesses have compliance requirements. Your data should stay in your jurisdiction, not on some random server.
Managed Infrastructure
You should not need to be a DevOps engineer to deploy an AI agent. It should just work.
MyAgentive: The Secure Personal AI Agent
MyAgentive is our open-source personal AI agent that runs on your own infrastructure. Like OpenClaw, it supports Telegram control, self-learning skills, and powerful automation. Unlike OpenClaw:
MyAgentive Advantages
MyAgentive is free and open source. You can run it yourself, inspect every line of code, and maintain complete control. Perfect for technical users and developers who want maximum flexibility.
AgentiveClew: Your Personal AI on Claude, Hosted Securely
Want the power of a personal AI agent without running your own infrastructure? AgentiveClew gives you a fully managed MyAgentive instance running on secure cloud infrastructure.
AgentiveClew: Secure Cloud Hosting
Unlike self-hosted solutions where security is your responsibility, AgentiveClew provides:
Read our detailed guide on why secure cloud hosting matters for AI agents.
Get AgentiveClewAgentiveStaff: Managed AI Employees for Business
For businesses that want the power of AI agents without any complexity, AgentiveStaff provides fully managed AI employees:
AgentiveStaff: Enterprise AI Employees
AI Bookkeeper
Xero integration, invoicing, payment chasing, reconciliation
from A$499/month
AI Content Writer
Blog posts, social media, email campaigns, SEO content
from A$399/month
AI General Assistant
Research, scheduling, data entry, customer support
from A$399/month
Why AgentiveStaff for Enterprise:
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | OpenClaw | MyAgentive | AgentiveClew | AgentiveStaff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Source | ✅ | ✅ | Managed | Managed |
| Professional Support | ❌ Discord only | ✅ Email + Chat | ✅ Priority | ✅ Dedicated |
| Security Audits | ❌ Community | ✅ Internal | ✅ Ongoing | ✅ Third-party |
| Australian Data Centre | ❌ | Your choice | ✅ AWS Sydney | ✅ AWS Sydney |
| Setup Complexity | High | Medium | None | None |
| Business Integrations | Basic | ✅ Xero, Email | ✅ Xero, Email | ✅ Full suite |
| Recent Security Issues | ⚠️ Auth bypass + API leaks | ✅ None | ✅ None | ✅ None |
| Stable Branding | ❌ 3 names in weeks | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Price | Free + API costs | Free + API costs | from A$49/mo | from A$399/mo |
The Real Question: What is Your Data Worth?
OpenClaw is a fantastic project for hobbyists and developers who want to experiment. The team behind it is talented, and the Pi Agent SDK it is built on is genuinely impressive.
But when you are handling:
- Customer financial data
- Business emails and communications
- Client project information
- Employee records
- Sensitive business documents
You need more than a community project with Discord support. You need enterprise-grade security, professional support, and the peace of mind that comes from working with an Australian company that understands your compliance requirements.
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Conclusion
The AI agent space is evolving rapidly. Open-source projects like OpenClaw are pushing innovation forward, and that is valuable for the ecosystem. But innovation without stability is not what businesses need.
If you are a developer who wants to experiment with AI agents, OpenClaw and MyAgentive are both excellent choices. Both are open source, both are powerful.
If you are a business that needs reliable AI automation with professional support and enterprise security, Agentive is the clear choice. Australian company. AWS infrastructure. Real support. No drama.
Your business deserves AI agents that work as hard as you do, without the security nightmares.
Agentive Team
Building the future of AI automation in Australia