Monero launched a new beta stressnet version 0.19.0.0-beta.3.0 on Sept 25, featuring updates to test proposed privacy enhancements FCMP++ and CARROT before a planned hard fork on Oct 5. The update includes hot-cold wallet support, improved transaction relay protocol, and RandomX v2 support, but is incompatible with earlier beta versions, requiring users to resync. FCMP++ aims to vastly expand the anonymity set for transactions, while CARROT enhances address security and usability. This beta stressnet remains separate from the mainnet and is intended for broader testing and feedback before the upcoming hard fork.
Monero's release of Stressnet v3.0 is the subject, with Pluang market data providing context. As of Sep 29, 2026 05:02 WIB, among 50 major cryptocurrencies on Pluang, only 9 rose while 40 fell. Notably, SXP dropped 46.27% to Rp37 with a typical hold time of 94 days, contrasting with ALGO which gained 15.91% to Rp2,441 and showed balanced order activity, while GRT fell 13.08% to Rp545 with 92% sell orders.
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