Zano Q3 Development Update: Core Enhancements, New Integrations, and Hardfork 5 Testing

In its latest quarterly update, the Zano team detailed numerous advancements, spanning core features, platform integrations, and critical fixes. This period has been particularly busy for Zano, with the team balancing multiple projects and making strides across the ecosystem.

Key Developments in Core Features

1. Ethereum-Signed Asset Ownership
The team integrated support for third-party Ethereum-signed asset ownership, broadening functionality for asset creators and users. This feature has been added to the core with automated testing and full compatibility with the RPC API. Extensive testnet testing was also conducted to ensure smooth deployment.

2. Wallet and Daemon Enhancements
Recent updates include wallet and daemon RPC improvements. The deploy_asset and emit_asset functions now split asset amounts into 10 outputs by default for simplified asset handling. A new daemon RPC, find_outs_in_recent_blocks, assists in tracking recent outputs for any address and view key, a tool that could be particularly valuable for real-time monitoring.

3. Boost Version Upgrade
Following thorough testing, the Boost library was upgraded to version 1.84. This update improves both compatibility and performance, further streamlining the user experience.

4. Wallet Structure and New Tools
To enhance wallet usability, the team overhauled the wallet structure, reducing file size to support better performance on mobile devices. The team also introduced a “seed doctor” tool, designed to assist users in recovering corrupted seed phrases, thereby expanding wallet recovery options.

5. Hardfork 5 Testing
Hardfork 5 is officially in its testing phase on the testnet, with rigorous checks underway to ensure a smooth release. The team has also introduced a minimum build number requirement tied to the hardfork number, designed to make future transitions smoother for users.

Fixes and Improvements

• Stratum Server Adjustment: The team resolved an issue where an incorrect worker name affected the mining address in the daemon.
• GUI Wallet and Network Synchronization: Several bug fixes and improvements were implemented, including a predownload update up to block 2,829,200 to enhance network sync.

External Integrations and New Platforms

A significant portion of Zano’s efforts this quarter has been focused on external integrations, with partnerships enabling Zano’s functionality on new platforms like Cake Wallet and Bitcoin.com, as well as decentralized bridging solutions through Confidential Layer.

• Zano Explorer: Upgraded to server-side rendering (SSR) for faster load times, the updated blockchain explorer now includes alias and asset tracking, along with a burned fees counter.
• Zano Trade: Updates on the Zano Trade platform include new offer notifications and an API to support automated trading, with a full release expected soon.
• Zano Alias Auction Platform: Development is in progress for the Zano Alias Auction Platform, set to launch in Q4. This platform will allow users to bid on unique aliases, enriching user engagement within the ecosystem.

Looking Ahead

The upcoming Hardfork 5 release and the anticipated launch of several platforms in Q4 promise exciting developments for the Zano community. The team is focused on advancing security, enhancing the user experience, and continuing to expand accessibility through ongoing integrations and new partnerships.

Stay tuned for more updates, as Zano continues to drive forward with these projects and enhancements, setting the stage for future growth within the ecosystem.