The Monero Moon (Issue 62)
The Monero Moon (Issue 62)
The Monero Moon is a curated newsletter covering all the latest news within Monero (XMR). We are happy to be back and will continue to publish intermittently for the foreseeable future!
Table of Contents:
Development, Releases, and Technology
The official Monero v0.18.3.0 Fluorine Fermi has been officially tagged for both CLI and GUI versions, however Selsta has advised builders to wait for the upcoming release v0.18.3.1, which is expected within the next week or two.
Selsta provided an update on their recent work, mainly focused on release-related tasks for v0.18.3.0. During this process, they identified a pre-existing bug related to the block weight cache that wasn't introduced in the current release. To ensure widespread adoption of the block weight bug fix, they've opted to skip v0.18.3.0 and prepare v0.18.3.1 instead. Additionally, Selsta investigated and resolved an issue causing the "duplicate key: support_flags" error message, and they reviewed Trezor-related changes from PR 8752.
Bitmain's recent announcement regarding the development of Monero ASIC miners, which later proved to be inaccurate, led to their listing for sale on their website. However, upon customers receiving and inspecting these miners, it became evident that Bitmain, a major ASIC manufacturer, had created a Monero miner consisting primarily of just several Sophon SG2042 CPUs.
In the ongoing effort to enhance Monero's performance, tevador has submitted a pull request with the goal of boosting the efficiency of Monero's RandomX PoW algorithm on RISC-V processors.
SChernykh has launched P2Pool v3.7, introducing new features like adding worker data to local/stratum files and addressing various bug fixes, including data race issues. Miners are advised to create a dedicated wallet solely for mining purposes on P2Pool to enhance privacy, as all wallet addresses are publicly visible. More information can be found here.
4rkal has released MoneroOS v0.3.7, an operating system tailored for XMR miners. MoneroOS is a live OS designed to easily begin mining Monero upon boot with only minimal configuration. It is inspired by NiceHash OS and is based on Arch Linux, created using archuseriso. More information and releases can be found here.
Woodser unveiled monero-ts, a significant improvement over the previous monero-javascript library, now rebranded as monero-ts. This upgrade simplifies Monero wallet and daemon development in browser and NodeJS environments by incorporating robust TypeScript support, streamlining the development process for programmers. This transition marks a notable milestone in Monero's development landscape, offering increased convenience for developers. Additionally, the monero-ts/cpp/java platform is used in projects like Haveno, RINO, Umbrel, TipXMR, and others, so feel free to try it out and provide feedback.
Serai DEX has officially launched its new website, now live and accessible. Serai DEX is a dedicated decentralized exchange designed for Monero and other cryptocurrencies, offering a unique liquidity-pool-based trading experience. Additionally, Serai has initiated a series of informative articles about their platform, providing a comprehensive insight into Serai, available in the blog section of their website in the coming weeks. Explore their website here.
RINO has announced that its enterprise wallet, designed to cater specifically to organizations, is now available for free. This wallet offers secure workflows, cost savings, and trust through non-custodial solutions, utilizing Monero Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology to empower teams with unique functionalities, such as assigning roles and implementing policies for fund interaction. The move aims to facilitate wider adoption of Monero within the mainstream financial industry. More information can be found here.
Luke Profits, the creator of the of the Monero Subscriptions Wallet, announced the Monero Subscription Code protocol is evolving to accommodate recurring subscriptions, set-number-of-payments plans, and one-time payments, allowing merchants to create unique Monero Payment Codes with instructions for users. Additionally, there are plans for a Monero Business Wallet to facilitate payments and provide options for converting to stable coins, aiming to enhance accessibility for merchants while supporting the Monero circular economy. Reach out to Luke if this is something you are interested in, or can help out with. More information can be found here.
Blockdyor has published a review covering the Monerujo wallet, an android wallet compatible with Ledger. The article additionally provides a comprehensive guide on setting up and using Monerujo. Check out and download Monerujo here.
LocalMonero-AgoraDesk has released their mobile app v1.1.13. This update featuring bug fixes that address issues with the payment window display, payment window information in ads, and disputes in local trades. Downloads can be found here.
Cake Labs has released Cake Wallet v4.10.0 and Monero.com v1.7.02, featuring the addition of Nano wallet creation functionality, WalletConnect for ETH wallet integration with dApps, support for obtaining addresses from ENS and Mastodon, along with various bug fixes and minor enhancements. More information and download links can be found here.
ANONERO released ANON v0.7.1. Anon is a privacy focused Monero wallet for android. This release includes updates such as restoring keys via QR code and background sync notification. Check it out here. ANONERO download links on their website can be found here.
Additionally, w1ck3dAF provided a guide on how to use ANONERO’s recently launched DIY hardware wallet feature within their Android app, providing an air-gapped solution for secure transactions. This feature utilizes animated QR codes to create, sign, and broadcast air-gapped transactions, all while ensuring privacy through Tor. This feature is an alternative for those seeking options beyond Trezor or Ledger, requiring only a spare Android device. More information and ANONERO download links can be found here or here.
Monero Observer has released a new Monero Dev Activity Report to provide a big-picture view of Monero's development activity throughout the past week. If you’re interested in the nitty gritty, check it out here.
General News
Monero was mentioned in a Zero Hedge article that covered a recent Fed white paper addressing privacy concerns within Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
Doug from Monero Talk recently interviewed Zelenar XY, a crypto veteran and author of "The Right to Transact." Their discussion spans Zelenar's crypto journey, the significance of the right to transact, the potential wake-up call with the arrival of CBDCs, and the varying global risks associated with their implementation. Furthermore, they delve into a comparison between Monero and Bitcoin, emphasizing Monero's superior technology for resisting state censorship and surveillance. Check out the video here or below.
Monero Talk also live-streamed Monerotopia Episode #136. The video includes a conversation on the Mesh Network project with Cuban Warrior, a Price Report with Bawdy, Monero development insights from ComradeBlin, XMR news highlights of the week, and more. Check it out here or below.
Be sure to join Monero Town, a newer community forum that fosters open discussions about all things Monero, free from the worry of unwarranted censorship by social media platforms.
For all the Spanish-speaking Monero community members, Anhdres announced Cafe Monero, which appears to be YouTube and podcast content all about Monero. Check it out here.
Quite possibly the best Monero news resource, Monero Observer, is back after a few months break! Be sure to check out their website here!
The Monero Standard #74: 28 Sept 2023 - 5 Oct 2023 newsletter has been published. Check it out to keep up with Monero news!
Revuo Monero Issue #188 has been published. Check it out for a weekly dose of Monero news.
Bitcoin Magazine recently released an article titled Is Chainalysis the Theranos of Blockchain Forensics?, which questions the credibility of Chainalysis' blockchain forensics heuristics, with Chainalysis competitor CipherTrace identifying flaws in its analysis, specifically in the accuracy of its Reactor software. These revelations have prompted concerns about the potential impact on legal proceedings if Chainalysis' findings lack substantiation, leading CipherTrace to advocate for an independent audit of Chainalysis and its methodologies.
Events
The Monero Research Lab recently held a meeting, and Monero Observer has offered a comprehensive summary, along with access to the raw chatlog for those interested in a deeper review. Explore Monero Observer's summary and additional resources for further insights on this subject, here.
A Monero Research Lab (MRL) meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 11th 2023 at 17:00 UTC. You can find more information about the meeting here, thanks to the Monero Observer. The MRL meeting will take place in the #monero-research-lab channels if you want to lurk in real-time.
The next Community Workgroup Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, 14th of October 2023 at 15:00 UTC in the #monero-community IRC channel. The next Community Workgroup Meeting will discuss things such as CCS proposals and updates, community highlights and workgroup reports.
There is a Seraphis Wallet Workgroup meeting scheduled for Monday 16 October 2023 18:00 UTC. More information can be found here.
The next MoneroKon 2024 Planning Meeting is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 14th 2023 at 17:00 UTC in the #monero-events channel. More information can be found here.
Exchanges and Merchants
Trocador.app is celebrating its first anniversary with a series of new features to provide an even better exchange aggregation service. These include automatic rate adjustments, ensuring accurate predictions of the amount users will receive, enhanced transparency with ETA estimates for each exchange, and a more user-friendly interface. Additionally, the platform now boasts an extensive list of over 800 supported cryptocurrencies. You can check out Trocador here.
Well-known YouTuber Mental Outlaw recently uploaded a video titled Monerica - The Monero Economy's 'Yellow Pages’. Monerica serves as a directory dedicated to fostering a circular Monero economy. It features various sections covering businesses, communities, education, exchanges, mining, wallets, and more, offering users the opportunity to connect with goods and services and conduct transactions using XMR.
Monero continues to be one of the most used cryptocurrencies on Coincards.com, and is essentially equal in use to Bitcoin.
Christopher Pfeiffer published an opinion piece titled Best No KYC Exchanges For Monero (XMR) in 2023. As is always the case, do your own research and exercise caution whenever using an unfamiliar exchange service.
uThrive Labs, a brand focused on holistic health and wellness, accept XMR. Their products seem to include supplements, detox procedures, and wellness bundles, which they believe can empower individuals to take control of their health. It's important to note that the website mentions that their statements and supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA.
Community Crowdfunding
Several crowdfunding proposals are awaiting community feedback before they can start accepting funds through the Community Crowdfunding System (CCS). For now, they are just proposals, but if they receive some positive feedback from the community they will be moved to a “Funding Required” stage so that they can accept Monero donations through the CCS.
CCS Projects open for funding:
Trading and Speculation
Bawdy Anarchist provided some Monero price speculation in the most recent Monerotopia episode. Check it out here.
Josh Olszewicz provided analysis of XMR/BTC price action over the past six months.
On the XMR/ETH daily chart, it appears that Monero is poised to outperform Ethereum in the upcoming weeks/months. This is indicated by XMR's recent breakthrough above a significant resistance and support level.
Performance
In contrast to the broader crypto bear market, Monero transactions have demonstrated resilience by maintaining consistent activity levels, indicating real usage. Following a dip in transaction volumes during the latter part of 2022, XMR transactions experienced a notable surge in Q1 2023, remaining consistently higher than the year's lowest points.
Total Monero in Circulation — 18,342,742 XMR
Monero Total Marketcap — $2,809,488,537
Coinmarketcap Ranking — #24
XMR/USD Price — $153 USD
XMR/BTC Price — 0.005549 BTC
LocalMonero.co Peer to Peer Street Price — $153USD
Average Transaction Fee — 0.0003 XMR ($0.045)
Monero Network Hashrate —2.954 Ghash/s
Monero Mining Pools Hashrate Distribution —
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