OpenAI CEO Altman says moltbook may be a passing fad, but Openclaw is not; the upper limit is full AI businesses; does not worry about the US not leading an open-source AI; AI adoption is slower than expected

OpenAI's CEO Altman's remarks suggest that while current AI trends may fluctuate, his vision for foundational AI businesses remains robust.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 3 Feb 2026, 17:44 UTCOn the live feed at 17:24 UTC — 4 more headlines followed before this page went public

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OpenAI CEO Altman says moltbook may be a passing fad, but Openclaw is not; the upper limit is full AI businesses; does not worry about the US not leading an open-source AI; AI adoption is slower than expected

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His comments on the slower-than-expected adoption rate could point to cautious sentiment in the tech sector, especially for firms heavily invested in AI innovation like Microsoft. This insight may influence trading strategies in software equities as investors reassess growth trajectories and market leadership in AI initiatives.

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