Validator Node Update | V2.34.0 | Update Instructions

Summary

We would like to announce that the new Blockchain Node version v2.34.0 has been released! This version adds a custom Cere’s SS58 Prefix. The SS58 address format is a public key address based on the Bitcoin Base-58-check encoding. Each Substrate SS58 address uses a base-58 encoded value to identify a specific account on a specific Substrate-based chain. After the update all public addresses in the Cere Blockchain will start with a 6.

Is the Update Required?

Full / Archive Nodes - Yes, it is required.

Validator Nodes - It is recommended but not required.

When should I update my Node?

You can already update your Node, the newest Node Runtime will be delivered on Thursday 23 of March.

Update Details

Node Version: v2.34.0

Changelog: Check it in Github

Docker Image: Find it in Dockerhub

Update Instructions: Find ****them here

Will my CERE funds still be in my old addresses?

Yes, there will be no loss of funds, old addresses are still valid since they are really different representations of the same public key.

Can I still receive funds in my old address?

Yes! For the same reasons as above.

How does this change affect me?

Any application that displayed public addresses will now support a CERE specific addresses.

Polkadot.js Extension

Please watch this video on why this change is important.

In order to apply the display address in Polkadot.js it is important to do the following steps: