**Takeaways:**
– OpenClaw has undergone a series of name changes, starting with **Warelay** in November 2025 and ending with **OpenClaw**.
– The tool `first_line_history.py` was used to trace the evolution of the project’s names through Git history.
– Over this period, several iterations were made under different monikers such as **CLAWDIS**, **CLAWDBOT**, **Moltbot**, and **Clawdbot**.
This change in name reflects a shift from a WhatsApp relay tool to a more comprehensive personal AI assistant. The evolution shows how the project has adapted its identity based on new features and use cases, indicating growth and innovation over time.
Originally published at simonwillison.net. Curated by AI Maestro.
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