Bitcoin Core Releases v31.1rc1 Fixing PrivateBroadcast Privacy Flaw

Bitcoin Core has launched version 31.1rc1, a release candidate for the next mainnet version, primarily addressing a privacy vulnerability in PrivateBroadcast that risked exposing users' IP addresses. The update builds on prior testing efforts by adding MuSig2 security enhancements, refined blockchain validation, and wallet improvements to boost overall node performance and reliability. Available now for Linux, macOS, and Windows, the build invites community testing ahead of the stable release, reinforcing Bitcoin's network resilience without immediate market price impact.