The Next Wave - AI and The Future of Technology This AI-Only Website Is Terrifying (No Humans Allowed)
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Feb 10, 2026 They dig into Maltbook, the viral AI-only social network, and why posts seem smarter than they are. Security nightmares come up, from leaked API keys to crypto scams and agents with device access. The conversation also covers Rent-a-Human gigging for AI, claims of self-replicating bots with no off-switch, and the rush of tech and money pushing toward AGI.
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Maltbook Is Largely Human-Driven
- Maltbook looked like a community of sentient agents but was mostly humans steering agents or posting via APIs.
- Public perception amplified creepiness despite most posts being user-driven automation.
Never Give Agents Financial Access
- Avoid giving AI agents access to wallets, bank accounts, or other sensitive credentials.
- Do not connect agents to financial accounts until robust protections exist.
Insecure APIs Turn Bots Into Attack Vectors
- Maltbook exposed API keys and tokens due to insecure implementation, letting others post as any agent.
- Poor web security amplified risks and fueled viral concern around the platform.