#account-authenticity

#account-authenticity

It's branded as the world's first social network for AI bots. But just a week after its launch, the tech world is in fierce debate over Moltbook and the extent to which human beings are responsible for the viral website's rapid growth. Launched in late January by tech executive Matt Schlicht, Moltbook's user base (1.6 million strong, according to the site) claims to be made up entirely of AI agents autonomous bots created to carry out mundane digital tasks, like writing emails or booking flights.

The idea is that by exposing some of these details, users will be able to make a more informed decision about whether someone is operating an authentic account or if they're possibly a bot or bad actor attempting to sow misinformation. For instance, if an account's bio claims they're based in a U.S. state, but their account information shows it's based overseas, you may suspect the account has another agenda.