Having played three consecutive offline Beijing OpenClaw matches, I saw the true "folding" in the AI circle.

OpenClaw not only makes old-timers anxious, but newcomers are also struggling to keep up. Participating in three events, each nearly full and packed, it's hard to imagine how passionate Beijing's OpenClaw scene is.
Previously, I wrote an article about the experience at the Xingdi Center, which was well-received. This time, I’ll do a general review and share my discoveries:
1. There is a huge gap between users. Some people replace $2000 worth of staff with a $200 membership for Multi-Agent, some just buy and bug-bug-bug, treating it as a tricky toy, and others are asking what cloud servers are.
2. There are many ways to profit. Besides helping others install OpenClaw, earning tokens through invitation codes, selling data, creating automation mini-programs, quickly producing viral content, hosting summits, and attracting investments—most are shining in their respective fields. Core skills are really important.
3. Everyone is looking for cheap tokens, but they all know cheap usually means poor quality. Most still use domestic large models; overseas models require certain technical skills, and paying in USD is indeed expensive.
4. API plans and API routing are a business many are involved in. Based on my calculations, if you don’t recommend frequent switching, trying out different service providers’ trial versions can last a long time. No need to subscribe immediately, but there is a certain threshold.
5. Whether on Github or many vendors, deployment operations are available. But now users need Multi-Agent technology. Installation isn’t a problem; deploying across various fields like experts is a significant demand. Such operations are already available on Xianyu.
6. One-person companies are a trend, but the premise is that the business is small enough and capabilities are comprehensive. Most one-person projects are simple. The best projects I see are usually made by a few friends working together.
7. Everyone is hesitant to deploy on main machines. Whether for sandboxing or hardware isolation, software solutions are limited. As integration into daily life increases, involving money is inevitable. Irresponsible agents always make people worry about their wallets.
8. There are many Web3 developers at every event. Monad also attended the event at Dongsheng Building. More and more agent products based on on-chain payments are emerging.
9. Now, improving capabilities isn’t just about self-improvement but about enhancing agents—adding various skills for agents. Although there are thousands of ecosystems centered around agents, commercial applications and widespread use are still limited.
10. Post-2005 kids are already playing, and many post-2000s are involved in related communities and startups. Post-90s are anxious, but they are willing to accept new concepts and have started using them. Before the 90s, the feeling was real anxiety—fearing being left behind by the times.
11. Recently, Wuhan and Beijing have introduced OPC policies, but few people are aware of this now.
Some reflections:
1. Serving agents is the major entrepreneurial direction of the future.
2. The era of Vibe Coding is coming; taste matters a lot. Products with soul are easier to make viral by abstract creators.
3. Gatherings are increasing, but filtering is necessary. Some large sponsors’ support can be very rewarding.
4. Services around OPC are currently scarce. Many AI communities and incubators are attracting entrepreneurs by offering computing power and establishing companies.
5. I’ve noticed that people playing OpenClaw generally have high looks—almost at the level of finance circles. The lobster dating event can really be organized.
6. Starting with OPC and playing OpenClaw isn’t too late, but now is definitely the best time to get funding. Bigwigs are all launching AI funds.
7. Current information channels are really Github >X> other overseas sources > Xiaohongshu > other domestic sources. It’s crucial to avoid falling behind in information.
Here is my Xiaohongshu account. Feel free to search and connect: waynezhanghere