Episode

Claws and Effect: Inside the Agent-Only Internet

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Paul, Weiss Waking Up With AI
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Feb 12, 2026
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Summary

In this episode, Katherine Forrest and Scott Caravello trace how a "vibe-coded" project became Moltbook, a social network for AI agents. Our hosts unpack its lobster-themed lore and early community drama, consider whether the site represents truly autonomous agent activity or human direction, and assess the cybersecurity risks. ## Learn More About Paul, Weiss’s Artificial Intelligence practice:https://www.paulweiss.com/industries/artificial-intelligence