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OpenClaw guides, comparisons, security news, and product stories

Comparison2026-03-10

OpenClaw Self-Hosted vs Managed: Which One Is Right for You?

A detailed comparison of running OpenClaw yourself versus using a managed service like ClawMate. Covers cost, setup time, maintenance, and security.

Guide2026-03-10

How to Set Up a Telegram AI Bot in 5 Minutes

Step-by-step guide to creating your own AI-powered Telegram bot using ClawMate. No coding required.

Comparison2026-03-09

Best AI Model for Your Personal Assistant in 2026

GPT-4o vs Claude vs Gemini: which AI model should power your personal assistant? We compare speed, quality, cost, and personality.

Guide2026-03-09

How to Connect WhatsApp to Your AI Assistant

Connect your ClawMate AI assistant to WhatsApp with a simple QR code scan. Works just like WhatsApp Web.

Comparison2026-03-08

Free LLM APIs for AI Assistants: Every Provider Compared (2026)

A comprehensive comparison of free and cheap LLM APIs you can use with OpenClaw and other AI assistant frameworks.

Security2026-03-08

Is OpenClaw Safe? Security Hardening Guide for 2026

How to secure your OpenClaw instance against common vulnerabilities. Covers API key management, network security, and access control.

Security2026-03-07

40,000 OpenClaw Instances Found Exposed on the Internet

Security researchers found tens of thousands of OpenClaw instances running without authentication. Here is what it means for you.

Comparison2026-03-07

OpenClaw Costs in 2026: The Complete Breakdown

How much does it really cost to run OpenClaw? We break down server, API, and maintenance costs for self-hosting vs managed hosting.

News2026-03-07

OpenClaw Surpasses 250K GitHub Stars, Becoming the Fastest-Growing AI Project

OpenClaw has overtaken React as GitHub's most-starred project. What this means for the AI assistant ecosystem.

Story2026-03-06

Why We Built ClawMate: The Story Behind Your Claw Assistant

How a group chat full of 'how do I install OpenClaw' messages led us to build ClawMate.

Guide2026-03-06

How to Cut Your AI Token Costs by 70% Without Losing Quality

Practical tips to reduce your OpenClaw and AI assistant API costs while maintaining response quality.