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Building AI bots becomes the latest viral craze in China

NPR | By John Ruwitch
Published April 7, 2026 at 2:42 AM MDT

A fascination with AI bots, made with a program called OpenClaw, is sweeping China.

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John Ruwitch is a correspondent with NPR's international desk. He covers Chinese affairs.
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