Rocket Pool Community Call: Node Operating and Bi-Weekly Update
Rocket Pool Community Call: Node Operating and Bi-Weekly Update
Join the next Rocket Pool Community Call to learn about node operating from @stakesaurus and get the final bi-weekly update for 2023 from Mav. Tune in at 2:30pm UTC on 19 Dec.
Our next Community Call is starting soon! Langers & Mav will be joined by the team from @ObolNetwork to chat about the future of DVT & how the Rocket Pool ecosystem could benefit. Tune into the Space below at 1pm UTC on 13 Dec 👇
Our next Community Call is starting soon! @drjasper_eth will host @stakesaurus to chat about node operating, and then Mav will run through the final Rocket Pool bi-weekly update for 2023. Tune into the Space below at 2:30pm UTC on 19 Dec 👇
🔧 Prysm Patch v7.0.1
**Prysm users experiencing mainnet attestation issues** should upgrade to patch release v7.0.1, which is strongly recommended by the development team. **Key details:** - Addresses ongoing attestation problems on mainnet - Available now for immediate download - Full documentation in Rocket Pool Discord **Before updating:** - Always verify patch details on GitHub - Double-check compatibility with your setup - Review release notes thoroughly This follows previous network upgrades including Smart Node v1.15.5 for the Pectra hard fork.
🗳️ Rocket Pool Governance Votes
Rocket Pool node operators can vote on three governance proposals: **RPIP-74**: Temporarily close minipool queue six weeks before Saturn 1 launch to redirect resources toward megapools **RPIP-75**: Adjust express ticket allocation by removing unconditionally provisioned tickets to speed up the express queue **RPIP-76**: Reduce Grants and Bounties Management Committee from nine to seven members All proposals are live on [Rocket Pool's governance platform](https://vote.rocketpool.net) with detailed specifications available in their respective RPIPs.
🚀 Rocket Pool Team Arrives in Buenos Aires for Major Staking Events
**Rocket Pool has officially arrived in Buenos Aires** for a series of major blockchain events. The decentralized Ethereum staking protocol's team members, DAO contributors, and partners are attending multiple high-profile gatherings: - **Staking Summit** - flagship staking event - **ethStaker Staking Gathering** - **EFDevcon** - Ethereum Foundation's developer conference - Various side events throughout the city This represents a significant presence for Rocket Pool at one of the staking industry's most important event clusters. The Buenos Aires blockchain week brings together key stakeholders from across the Ethereum staking ecosystem. *Connect with the Rocket Pool community during these events to discuss decentralized staking opportunities.*
🚀 Rocket Pool Partners with RockSolid for First Official rETH Liquid Vault
**Rocket Pool announces partnership with RockSolid** to launch the first official $rETH liquid vault, integrated directly into the Rocket Pool app. The vault provides $rETH holders with: - Seamless access to DeFi strategies - New earning opportunities - Enhanced reward maximization **AMA scheduled** with RockSolid founders to discuss liquid vault infrastructure and how holders can optimize their rewards. **Join the discussion** in Rocket Pool Discord at 11:30pm UTC / 7:30pm ET. [Discord Link](discord.gg/rocketpool)
Smart Node v1.16.0 Release Announcement
The Smart Node protocol has released version 1.16.0, bringing important updates for node operators. Key updates include: - Multiple client updates - New features - Recommended upgrade for all node operators Node operators should review the complete changelog at [GitHub Release Notes](https://github.com/rocket-pool/smartnode/releases/tag/v1.16.0) before proceeding with the upgrade. Additional support and discussions are available on the Discord channel.