AI Bots, Security Gaps, and the Cost of Automation | Agents Of Dev Ep. 8

February 5, 2026

As AI-powered automation accelerates, new tools promise to simplify software development—but they also introduce new risks.

In this episode, Mitch Ashley and Brad Shimmin examine emerging AI tools like Claude Bot and Molt Bot, breaking down what they do, how developers are using them, and why security concerns are quickly becoming impossible to ignore.

The discussion dives into:

• The real-world risks of deploying AI bots without guardrails
• The controversy surrounding Molt Bot’s renaming and scam activity
• How automation is changing software development and data engineering
• Why understanding intent is becoming critical as AI systems gain autonomy
• The evolving role of developers, security teams, and data engineers in an AI-driven workflow

As AI tools become more powerful—and more accessible—this conversation highlights why careful adoption, strong governance, and security awareness are now essential.

👇 Join the conversation and share how your team is evaluating AI automation risks.