Bitcoin (BTC) Gets New Core Release: Details
The popular cryptocurrency Bitcoin (BTC) has recently undergone a major core version release. This new release, known as Bitcoin Core version v26.0, comes with a host of new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements. The release notes also include instructions on how to upgrade to the latest version, which can be accessed from the official Bitcoin Core website.
Bitcoin Core v26.0 Release Notes
The latest release of Bitcoin Core version v26.0 brings about significant changes to the P2P and network features, including experimental support for the v2 transport protocol defined in BIP324. Additionally, nodes now have the capability to actively establish outbound connections to multiple reachable networks, enhancing resistance to eclipse and partition attacks at both individual and network levels.
Furthermore, a new RPC (Remote Procedure Call) called “submitpackage” has been introduced, allowing users to submit a list of raw hex transactions to the mempool for evaluation. It’s worth noting that the ability to create legacy wallets has been removed in this latest release. Bitcoin Core version 25.0 was the predecessor to this release, having been launched in May earlier this year.
Bitcoin (BTC) Payments for Taxes in Lugano
Lugano, a city in Switzerland, has begun accepting Bitcoin (BTC) and the stablecoin USD Coin (USDC) as payment for taxes, fines, and other municipal invoices. This move follows in the footsteps of other Swiss government organizations such as the city and canton of Zug, as well as the town of Zermatt, which have already embraced cryptocurrency payments.
Individuals and organizations can settle their bills by scanning a QR code, which is now a standard feature on Swiss invoices. This initiative aims to provide more flexibility and convenience for taxpayers, aligning with the growing adoption of cryptocurrencies in various sectors.
This latest development not only demonstrates the increasing utility of Bitcoin (BTC) but also underlines the progressive approach taken by Swiss authorities towards embracing digital currencies.
This article was originally published on U.Today