Anthropic's claude claws force lobster ai bot to molt name—now requires docker wsl sorcery to sneak gemini chats via whatsapp without ban

Moltbot, a self-hosted AI gateway, has emerged after a rebrand from Clawdbot due to a trademark request from Anthropic on January 27, 2026. The project's creator, Peter Steinberger, has taken the change in stride, adopting the new name and mascot "Molty". Moltbot allows users to create their own AI assistant, which can be integrated with various backends such as Gemini and channels like WhatsApp. The setup process involves installing Docker and Gemini on Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and configuring the AI gateway using a custom Dockerfile. Users can authenticate with Gemini CLI and enable the plugin to access the AI model. With Moltbot, users can chat with their AI assistant via WhatsApp self-messages. The rebrand has led to a more fitting name, and the project's ability to connect to various backends and channels makes it a significant development in the AI assistant space, offering a free and legitimate alternative to Anthropic's Claude Code subscription.