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You are not supposed to install OpenClaw on your personal computer
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OpenClaw should be installed on a separate computer, such as a Mac Mini, and requires its own phone number for dual eSIM to receive 2FA SMS codes. It must not have its own iCloud account or capabilities to write, delete, or send emails or calendar entries.
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- Praise: A user shared a safer alternative to OpenClaw, emphasizing the importance of controlled access to data, which can enhance user trust and security.
- Concern: Concerns are raised about the reckless abandonment of security best practices in AI development, particularly regarding non-deterministic programs like OpenClaw having extensive access to personal data.
- Concern: The comparison of OpenClaw to 'crypto' highlights skepticism about its promises and potential risks, suggesting it may be more beneficial to malicious actors than to users.
- Concern: There is a strong critique of safety researchers who seem to trust AI agents like OpenClaw without fully understanding the implications, indicating a gap in responsible AI development.