Chinese authorities have prohibited state-run enterprises and government agencies from installing OpenClaw AI applications due to security risks. Reports indicate that notices were issued to major agencies, including several banks, instructing employees to refrain from using the software on office devices and personal networks. Concerns have been raised regarding OpenClaw's extensive data access and potential external communication vulnerabilities, prompting a significant decline in related company stocks, including Tencent and MiniMax.
Chinese authorities have prohibited state-run enterprises and government agencies from installing OpenClaw AI applications due to security risks. Reports indicate that notices were issued to major agencies, including several banks, instructing employees to refrain from using the software on office devices and personal networks. Concerns have been raised regarding OpenClaw's extensive data access and potential external communication vulnerabilities, prompting a significant decline in related company stocks, including Tencent and MiniMax.