PicoClaw AI Assistant Runs on Just 10MB RAM, Boots in Under 1 Second on $10 Hardware

Feb 12, 2026
CNX Software - Embedded Systems News
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Summary

PicoClaw AI assistant launches with revolutionary efficiency, running on just 10MB RAM and booting in under one second on $10 hardware, delivering 400x faster startup times than competitors while managing emails, calendars, and flights through Telegram and Discord integration.

Key Points

  • PicoClaw launches as an ultra-lightweight personal AI assistant that operates on less than 10MB of RAM, making it 99% smaller than OpenClaw and suitable for $10 embedded boards
  • The system boots in under 1 second on a 600MHz core and provides 400x faster startup times compared to alternatives, with cross-platform support for RISC-V, ARM, and x86 architectures
  • Built using Go programming language with 95% agent-generated code, PicoClaw integrates with Telegram and Discord chat apps to manage emails, calendars, and flight check-ins

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