Astar Technical Development Updates
Report # 4
Date: 2024/07/19
Introduction
Hello Astar Enthusiasts!
We are excited to share the latest technical updates from Astar. Our dedicated teams have been working diligently on protocol and portal development.
This week’s update includes essential protocol upgrades, new features, important fixes, and thoughtful refactors designed to enhance your experience on Astar. Our goal is to keep you informed and ensure Astar remains at the forefront of blockchain innovation.
Dive into the details below to see how we’re continuously improving Astar for our community!
1. Protocol & Network Updates
We are pleased to announce the release of Astar version v5.42.0, which includes numerous updates for both the client and the runtime.
For Shibuya only, it is crucial for operators to upgrade their clients as soon as possible due to the introduction of new host functions. Do not upgrade Astar or Shiden collators to 5.42 for the moment.
Key Updates:
- Polkadot-SDK Dependencies: Upgraded to version v1.9.0, bringing various client-side improvements and optimizations.
- Astar Governance v1 Model: Integrated into Shibuya, enhancing governance mechanisms.
- dApp Staking Ranking System: Enabled for both Shiden and Astar, providing a more structured and fair staking environment.
- Collator Unbonding: Updated with a dedicated call to withdraw bonded funds, improving the efficiency and security of fund withdrawals.
Upgrade Priority: CRITICAL
For more details, you can view the full release notes here.
Changes
Client
Runtime
- Local/Shibuya v1 governance integration (#1260)
- Add missing storage version setting for Shibuya governance (#1286)
- Missing governance permissions for Shibuya (#1287)
- Enable RankedTier for Astar & Shiden (#1288)
- add candidacy un-bonding period (#1281)
- Uplift to v1.5 (#1256)
- feat: update to polkadot v1.9.0 (#1290)
- Minor governance param adjustment (#1296)
- Release v5.42.0 prep (#1298)
- disable metadata hash (#1300)
Others
- improve makefile (#1279)
- Update README.md (#1289)
- Zepter integration (#1278)
- zombienet smoke test (#1282)
- CI: update clippy (#1284)
- update check-migration CI (#1297)
2. Portal Updates
We are also excited to share the latest updates from our Portal team with the release of version v0.0.68. This release includes new features, critical fixes, and essential refactors to enhance the portal’s functionality and user experience.
Features
zkEVM Bridge Maintenance for zKyoto
Implemented in #1337 after the infrastructure migration of zKyoto, this feature ensures that the zkEVM bridge for zKyoto remains operational and secure. Regular maintenance and updates are crucial for maintaining the integrity and performance of the bridge, enabling seamless cross-chain interactions.
zkEVM Bridge Maintenance for Astar zkEVM
Following the infrastructure migration of Astar zkEVM, the portal team has implemented updates in #1341, #1342, and #1344 to ensure the Astar zkEVM bridge remains functional, robust, and efficient, supporting the growing demands of the Astar network.
Polkadot.js Uplift to v11.3.1
Implemented in #1327, this update upgrades Polkadot.js to version v11.3.1. This uplift brings various improvements and enhancements to the portal, ensuring compatibility and leveraging the latest features and fixes from the Polkadot.js library.
Fixes
Fix Bonus APR Calculation
Implemented in #1346, this fix addresses issues with the bonus APR calculation. Accurate bonus APR calculations are essential for providing users with precise information about their staking rewards, ensuring transparency and trust in the staking process.
Fix Inflation Chart Token Burn Effects
Implemented in #1351, this fix corrects the inflation chart to accurately reflect token burn effects. This update ensures that users have a clear and accurate view of inflation and its impact on the token supply, improving the transparency and reliability of financial metrics.
Refactors
The latest portal release also includes several refactors aimed at improving code quality and maintainability. For a detailed list of changes, refer to the full changelog.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enhance and expand the Astar network. Your feedback and support are invaluable to us as we strive to make Astar the best it can be.
Thank you for being part of our journey!
The Astar Foundation Team