OpenClaw has released version 2026.9.6. While the npm and Gateway packages remain unaffected, there is a critical warning for macOS users.
OpenClaw v2026.9.6 Public Release — macOS App Warning and Bug Fixes
Important Notice for macOS Users
The 2026.9.6 macOS app may crash on every launch following an in-app update. Due to this issue, the version has been withdrawn from the Sparkle update feed. A hotfix (v2026.9.7) is currently in development. Users experiencing launch failures are advised to reinstall the 2026.9.5 macOS build.
Release Summary
- npm/Gateway package 2026.9.6 is unaffected by the macOS issues.
- Hotfix for macOS is currently in progress.
Sources
- v2026.9.6 (2026-09-23)