Bitcoin Core v29.2 release candidate available

The latest release candidate for Bitcoin Core, version 29.2rc2, is now available for download and testing. Interested users can access the binaries through the provided link, while developers looking to review or contribute to the source code can find it on GitHub under the signed tag here. This version marks a minor version release in the Bitcoin Core series. For those interested in the specifics of what changes or improvements have been made in this release candidate, preliminary release notes have been published and can be viewed here.

Release candidates serve as test versions before the final release of a software version. They play a crucial role in the development cycle by allowing users to test functionality and report any critical problems that need addressing. Should no significant issues arise during the testing phase, the current release candidate, v29.2rc2, will proceed to be officially tagged as version 29.2, indicating its readiness for broader use.