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Bitcoin ABC, the node implementation of the *BTC* Cash network, has announced the availability of an important hotfix update, Bitcoin ABC version 0.29.1. This release addresses a flaw identified in the previous release (0.29.0) that compromised network stability and efficiency by causing duplicate connections to peers.

Bitcoin ABC 0.29.1 is here! This is a hotfix release to fix a bug that could cause a node to initiate duplicate connections with its peers. Node operators running version 0.29.0 are encouraged to update. Previous versions are not affected.$XEC#JustBuildhttps://t.co/21RH3JCiSj

– eCash (@eCashOfficial) April 5, 2024

The hotfix aims to correct a bug that could hamper network performance by initiating multiple unnecessary connections to the same network peers. Node operators who have upgraded to version 0.29.0 are encouraged to adopt the latest update without delay to ensure the smooth running of their nodes. It is important to note that this bug specifically affects those using version 0.29.0; Operators using previous versions are not affected by the current issue and do not need to take immediate action.

Development of the Chronik indicator

The urgency of this hotfix comes on the heels of a major improvement made to the Bitcoin ABC node software. Just 24 hours before the hotfix was announced, Bitcoin ABC revealed version 0.29.0, a release celebrated for its integration with Chronik Indexer,