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Babylon version v4.4 incorporates important security fixes.

Due to the sensitivity of the fixes, the upgrade binaries will become available 30 minutes before the upgrade. More details on the fixes will be shared after both the Mainnet and the Testnet have been upgraded.

To ensure a smooth upgrade, we kindly request the following actions from you:

During the governance proposal (until Friday 7 August 8 AM UTC):

• If you are a CometBFT Validator, vote YES for the governance proposal ([Hidden link]).

Prior to the upgrade height (until Friday 7 August 9 AM UTC):

• Prepare the upgrade binary by following the instructions documented [Hidden link].

When the upgrade height is reached (at Friday 7 August 9 AM UTC):

• Perform the steps documented [Hidden link] to upgrade your node
• Verify that the upgrade was successful
  • If you are a CometBFT Validator, ensure your node is signing new blocks.
  • If you are not a CometBFT Validator, verify that your node is syncing the latest blocks.

We appreciate your prompt action to help minimize disruptions to the Babylon Genesis!