TL;DR
- Cardano has released Daedalus 6.0.0, a crucial update ahead of the Chang hard fork, necessary for the transition to the Conway era.
- The new version includes the node update 9.1.0, improvements to the Ledger and Trezor hardware wallet libraries, and fixes for Linux systems with AppArmor.
- The update is mandatory for all Daedalus users; it is recommended to download it only from the official site to avoid scams.
In a crucial moment for the evolution of the Cardano ecosystem, the platform has announced the release of a significant update for its Daedalus wallet, just before the highly anticipated Chang hard fork. This new version, Daedalus 6.0.0, is essential for the transition to the Conway era, preparing the platform for one of the network’s most transformative upgrades.
The Daedalus 6.0.0 update introduces node version 9.1.0 and Cardano wallet v2024-07-27. Additionally, the Ledger and Trezor hardware wallet libraries have been updated, and a problem with the auto-update feature on Linux systems with AppArmor has been fixed. This fix is particularly important to ensure Daedalus operates smoothly across various configurations and systems.
⭐ OUT NOW: #Daedalus 6.0.0 for mainnet, preprod & preview.
Daedalus 6.0.0 is a mainnet release required to cross the upcoming Chang hard fork and operate in the Conway era.
⚠️It is mandatory for all #Daedalus users to upgrade to this version.
1/🧵 pic.twitter.com/33GP6UnFCf— Input Output (@InputOutputHK) August 20, 2024
The update is mandatory for all Daedalus users, as version 6.0.0 is necessary to move forward with the upcoming Chang hard fork and operate correctly. Existing users will receive a notification to update through the wallet’s newsfeed. For those who have not yet downloaded the wallet, it is advised to obtain the new version only from the official site to avoid scams.
The Crypto Industry Prepares for Cardano’s Evolution
The release of version 6.0.0 brings Cardano’s progress toward the Chang hard fork into the spotlight, which is approaching rapidly. According to information from Intersect, an organization part of the ADA ecosystem, 80% of Stake Pool Operators (SPOs) have already adopted node version 9.1.0, thus reaching the necessary threshold for the hard fork.
Additionally, twelve exchanges have confirmed their readiness for the hard fork, while nineteen are still in progress, including major platforms like Binance and Crypto.com. The first dApp has also confirmed its compatibility with the Chang hard fork.
It is important for users to note that Daedalus is a full-node wallet for desktop only. Any mobile version of Daedalus is potentially a scam aimed at stealing seed phrases and ADA.
