OpenMind has launched the x402 payment system and a new operating system, OM1, as part of its vision to create an 'Android for robots.' The company, led by Stanford professor Jan Liphardt, aims to integrate robots into society by enabling them to independently manage payments and collaborate with humans and other machines. This initiative follows a $20 million funding round led by Pantera Capital. The x402 protocol, developed in collaboration with stablecoin issuer Circle, allows robots to autonomously pay for services like charging using USDC. This marks a step towards a 'Machine Economy' where robots can purchase computing power, data, and skills. OpenMind is also developing a dedicated app store for robots, similar to Apple's App Store, to facilitate the download of applications and skills. OpenMind's broader vision includes the FABRIC protocol, which aims to enable seamless communication and collaboration between different machines, akin to the TCP/IP for robots. The company is also focusing on building a developer ecosystem with tools like BrainPack, which standardizes robot software development, making it easier for developers to create applications for various robot platforms.