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OpenClaw Creator Peter Steinberger Joins Sam Altman's OpenAI to Build Next-Gen AI Agents

February 16, 2026

Peter Steinberger, the creator of the open-source AI project OpenClaw, has joined OpenAI to lead the development of next-generation personal AI agents. OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman praised Steinberger's innovative ideas and confirmed that OpenClaw will continue as an open-source project supported by OpenAI.

OpenClaw Creator Peter Steinberger Joins Sam Altman's OpenAI to Build Next-Gen AI Agents

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Key Highlights

Peter Steinberger is the founder of OpenClaw and previously Moltbot.
Sam Altman announced Steinberger's hiring to enhance OpenAI's personal AI offerings.
OpenClaw will remain an open-source project supported by OpenAI.
Steinberger's work is expected to significantly influence the future of AI agents.

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OpenClaw Creator Peter Steinberger Joins Sam Altman's OpenAI to Build Next-Gen AI Agents

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