Bitcoin Core update targets Oct. 10 release amid wallet compatibility concerns

A major Bitcoin Core update is targeting an Oct. 10 final tag, with developers aiming to complete checks across several wallet and node-related components. According to CryptoSlate, the review work includes PSBTs, fee estimation, HTTP clients, indexes and private broadcast functionality. The update will change default wallet protocols, creating a risk of temporary disruption for some widely used applications if they are not compatible with the new defaults. The planned release timeline places emphasis on completing validation before the final tag. The changes are directly relevant to Bitcoin’s software ecosystem, particularly services and applications that rely on Bitcoin Core wallet behavior or related interfaces. CryptoSlate reported that the update could affect popular apps during the transition, although the supplied information does not identify specific products or quantify the potential impact.