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Hermes Agent adds an experimental Claude subscription bridge through the official CLI
The new DirectSDK plugin keeps Hermes’ tools, approvals and history while handing model calls to the unmodified Claude Code executable. It is useful, carefully bounded, and not a magic exemption from Anthropic’s account rules.
OpenClaw v2026.5.18: Real-Time Android Voice, Typed Tool Plugins, and a Faster Gateway
OpenClaw v2026.5.18 ships real-time voice sessions on Android, a new typed tool plugin SDK, faster gateway restarts, and a redesigned Mac settings experience. Here is what changed and why it matters.
OpenClaw v2026.5.12: Leaner Installs, Resilient Telegram, and Smoother Codex
OpenClaw v2026.5.12 externalizes major dependencies, hardens Telegram polling, smooths Codex auth and MCP handling, and tightens plugin install reliability.