Rocket Pool has released Smart Node v1.18.0, featuring key client updates and several Smart Node improvements, including Saturn branch integration and enhanced Docker functionality. This is a low-priority update for Mainnet users but mandatory for Hoodi testnet ahead of its October 28th fork. Node Operators who updated received a POAP.

The Rocket Pool community got spooky! In the month of October, community members changed their profile pictures to Halloween-themed avatars and earned a POAP for participating.

Thank you for running a node. EthPillar v5.2.2+ now supports Fusaka-ready clients, Lido CSM V2 staking, and Aztec L2 Privacy Sequencer testnet nodes. The best time to run a node was yesterday. The second best time is today. Run a Node with EthPillar. 💊 EthPillar: https://docs.coincashew.com/ethpillar 🦓 Fusaka Overview: https://ethereum.org/roadmap/fusaka 💧 Lido CSM V2: https://x.com/LidoFinance/status/1973783193737425344 🥷 Aztec L2: https://docs.coincashew.com/ethpillar/aztec

Dear Open Source Contributor, We want to express our heartfelt thanks for your invaluable contributions to the open source community. Your work is not only appreciated but also instrumental in shaping the future of #web3. We are thrilled to memorialize your software contributions as POAPs, marking a new era of recognition and innovation. This is more than just an acknowledgment; it's a celebration of your dedication, skill, and the impact you've made. Take a moment to reflect on this milestone. You've ventured beyond your comfort zone, and that's something truly commendable. This POAP is a testament to your resilience, curiosity, and unyielding spirit. It serves as a reminder of the vast opportunities that lie ahead in the dynamic worlds of web3, Ethereum, and beyond. The journey ahead is filled with boundless potential and exciting challenges. We can't wait to see the incredible innovations you'll bring to the table. Keep pushing boundaries, exploring new frontiers, and inspiring others with your work. Thank you for being a part of this incredible community. With gratitude, coincashew, 2025 https://www.coincashew.com

Whether you're chilling at home or buzzing in-person at workshop, mega congrats on building your Ethereum testnet validator! Time to level up and excel on mainnet! Thanks for decentralizing ETH and trying out EthPillar 🚀 Keep on learning somETHing: * Official: https://docs.coincashew.com/ethpillar * Lido: https://docs.lido.fi/run-on-lido/csm/node-setup/intermediate/ethpillar * Stakesaurus & Solo Stakers Guild: https://dvt-homestaker.stakesaurus.com/solo-stakers-guild/lido-csm+ssv+obol-testnet * ethstaker.org: https://ethstaker.org/staking-software

Smart Node v1.17.0 is now live, bringing major client updates—most of which raise the default block gas limit to 45M—and a new pruning feature that allows node operators to reduce storage needs by enabling partial history expiry. This is a recommended update for all Node Operators. Full details and upgrade instructions: https://github.com/rocket-pool/smartnode/releases/tag/v1.17.0.