Midas is most famously known from Greek mythology as the king with the golden touch, who turned everything he touched into gold.
In modern usage, "Midas" has come to symbolize:
1. The Midas touch - an ability to make money in every venture
2. Midas International - a multinational automotive service company
3. In astronomy, the Midas program for detecting missile launches
4. A common given name in some cultures