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Monthly Development Update – June 2024
The Research Track began writing specifications and discovery on Swarm multichain support options and will be moving to development ASAP.
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State of the Network: June
This report provides a detailed analysis of various Swarm network metrics for June 2024, focusing on redistribution-related data. These metrics offer insights into total rewards, win values, earnings, node activity, and geographic distribution, helping to understand trends and performance variations over time.
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State of the Network: May
The May state of the network report continues to depict the evolving dynamics within the Swarm network, reflecting adjustments and shifts in various metrics.
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Monthly Development Update – May 2024
Bee 2.1 is out and live. Key changes include improved stability, performance and limits to the number of freezes per round.
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Bee Version 2.1 - Two Weeks Notice
The Bee 2.1 release is right around the corner, and is scheduled to go live in just two weeks. This release brings with it several changes aimed at improving node performance as well as changes aimed at making the Bee client more streamlined and easy to work with.
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State of the Network: April
The April state of the network report offers insights into the continuing evolution of the Swarm network, showcasing adjustments across various metrics. Despite fluctuations in rewards, April saw sustained engagement from node operators, reflecting participant resilience.
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Monthly Development Update – April 2024
April was packed with activity on all fronts in the Swarm ecosystem. The Bee Track released the latest version of libp2p that included the localstore changes package and the merge of the /bee and /debug APIs.
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Monthly Development Update – March 2024
March was a big month for Swarm. Bee 2.0 is out and 2.1 is already being drafted. Version 2.0 brought with it erasure codes, a new testing environment on Sepolia and a host of localstore fixes.
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State of the Network: March
In the March edition of our 'State of the Network series, we provide an in-depth look at the Swarm network's metrics and the notable changes they have undergone. This month's report captures a dynamic period for the network, characterized by significant variations in rewards, participation, and geographical distribution of nodes. Through this analysis, stakeholders can gain insights into the evolving landscape of the Swarm network, marked by shifts in monthly rewards, win values, average earnings per node, and the global distribution of active nodes.
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Announcing Bee 2.0: Pioneering Decentralised Storage
With just a week left until the launch of Bee 2.0 on March 26th, now is a time of great anticipation for the Swarm community and decentralised storage enthusiasts around the globe. This release is not just an update; it signifies a major leap forward in our journey towards creating a more fair, censorship-resistant, and user-driven internet.
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Bee 2.0 Transition Guide
A Bee 2.0 transition guide for staking node operators, uploaders, & Swarm testnet users.
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State of the Network: February
In the latest instalment of our ongoing series detailing the metrics of the Swarm network, we delve into data from February. This comprehensive overview provides the Swarm community with a clear picture of the network's performance, including key statistics such as total monthly rewards, median and average win values, monthly earnings for active staking nodes, and the geographical distribution of these nodes. February's data reveals the continuation of existing trends and subtle shifts in network activity, rewards distribution, and global participation. By examining these metrics, we aim to offer a thorough understanding of the Swarm network's current state and continuing evolution.
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Monthly Development Update – February 2024
In February, the Bee Track team focused on preparing for the imminent Swarm 2.0 release, which promises substantial enhancements, including best-in-class redundancy via erasure codes.
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State of the Network: January
In our latest monthly report, we examine the performance of the Swarm network for January, continuing our ongoing analysis of the network's dynamics. This month, we again report on key metrics such as total network rewards, win values, active staking nodes, and geographic distribution of nodes to understand the network's current state and emerging trends.
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Monthly Development Update – January 2024
The Research Track is preparing for the imminent release of Swarm 2.0, featuring erasure codes that will deliver groundbreaking data availability.
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State of the Network: December
In this month's analysis, we turn our attention to the Swarm network's performance in December, comparing it with previous months to draw insights into evolving trends and developments. Our report delves into key metrics such as total monthly rewards, median and average win values, and the average earnings per active staking node. Notably, we'll discuss the network's adaptation to an increasingly competitive staking landscape, highlighting the resilience and efficiency of Swarm's economic model and pricing mechanism.
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