During September 2025, Steve Moyer focused on licensing compliance and repository hygiene for the coinbase/x402 project. He implemented the Apache 2.0 license, restructuring documentation to clarify the licensing structure and ensure open source compliance. Using Markdown, Steve updated and renamed key files, such as converting LICENSE.md to NOTICE, to align with best practices for redistribution and audit readiness. His work addressed legal and operational requirements rather than feature development, laying a foundation for future contributions. The depth of the changes reflects a careful approach to documentation and governance, emphasizing clarity and maintainability in the project’s open source licensing framework.