Ecosystem v6.0.0

Release Date: December 2025 Tags: MAJOR RELEASE, COMPLETE REDESIGN, BLOCKCHAIN UI, ADMIN ENHANCEMENTS

Overview

Version 6.0.0 is a complete redesign of the Ecosystem extension with a blockchain-centric aesthetic. This release features a blue and cyan colour schema that reflects the interconnected nature of blockchain networks, and pairs it with a rebuilt set of admin tools and integration with Bicrypto v6.

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Upgrade Notes

This is a major version release designed to work with Bicrypto Core v6.0.0.

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Changed

Design System

• Changed the colour schema to blue and cyan — blue for trust, security and the blockchain foundation, cyan for network connectivity, data flow and decentralised architecture.
• Changed the visual language to a tech-centric, network-inspired treatment, with gradients that suggest blockchain interconnectivity.
• Changed dark mode to a cyber-themed treatment with electric blue accents.
• Changed the interface to meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.
• Changed cyan highlights to mark connectivity and cross-chain features, so they read differently from the blue security accents.

Admin Dashboard

• Changed the admin dashboard into a blockchain command center for ecosystem management.
• Added a real-time view of all blockchain network connections.
• Added a live transaction feed across every supported chain.
• Added chain analytics with metrics for each blockchain network.
• Added system health showing node status and blockchain sync.
• Added an activity timeline of deposits, withdrawals and system events.
• Added a live statistics grid showing active chains, total transactions and volume.
• Added network health charts for node status and blockchain sync.
• Added per-chain performance metrics with comparative analysis.
• Added a visual representation of transaction volume across chains.
• Added fee analytics covering platform fee collection and network fee tracking.
• Added quick actions for chain management and system controls.

Blockchain Management

• Changed the chain overview to a card-based layout covering all supported blockchains.
• Added a visual interface for blockchain network settings.
• Added node monitoring and configuration.
• Added real-time indicators for blockchain sync and health.
• Added one-click controls to enable, disable and configure a chain.
• Added pre-configured templates for popular blockchains.

Chain Configuration

• Added a visual builder for adding new blockchain networks.
• Added management of RPC provider endpoints, with health monitoring.
• Added configuration of smart contract addresses for token operations.
• Added gas price strategy settings for EVM chains.
• Added per-blockchain confirmation requirements.
• Added configuration of platform fees and minimum withdrawal amounts.

Wallet Management

• Added a master wallet dashboard covering all ecosystem master wallets.
• Added real-time balance tracking across all chains.
• Added a separate interface for hot and cold wallet management.
• Added indicators for wallet security and encryption status.
• Added wallet backup status and recovery phrase management.
• Added an interface for multi-signature wallet operations.

Transaction Management

• Added transaction search and filtering.
• Added deposit tracking with confirmation status.
• Added a withdrawal queue with approval workflows.
• Added transaction detail pages with blockchain explorer links.
• Added batch processing of multiple transactions at once.
• Added transaction data export for reporting and compliance.

Deposit Management

• Added real-time deposit monitoring across all chains.
• Added management of customer deposit addresses.
• Added a visual representation of transaction confirmations.
• Added configurable thresholds for automatic deposit crediting.
• Added an interface for handling stuck or failed deposits.
• Added charts showing deposit patterns and volumes.

Withdrawal Management

• Added a visual pipeline for withdrawal processing.
• Added a multi-level approval system for large withdrawals.
• Added UTXO selection and consolidation tools.
• Added tools for optimising network fees.
• Added batch processing of withdrawals.
• Added emergency controls to pause and resume withdrawal processing.

Token Management

• Added a registry for managing supported tokens.
• Added verification of ERC-20 and BEP-20 token contracts before they are added.
• Added management of token symbols, decimals and display information.
• Added configuration of price feed sources for tokens.
• Added tracking of token transaction volumes and liquidity.
• Added a streamlined process for adding popular tokens.

Network Monitoring

• Added a visual overview of all blockchain nodes.
• Added real-time blockchain synchronisation status and block height tracking.
• Added monitoring of peer-to-peer network connections.
• Added RPC endpoint response time tracking.
• Added automated alerts for node issues and sync delays.

Fee Management

• Added a view of platform and network fees together.
• Added dynamic fee structures per chain.
• Added tracking of fee collection and profitability.
• Added monitoring of the network fees paid for transactions.
• Added tools for minimising network fees.
• Added detailed fee revenue reporting.

Smart Contract Tools

• Added an interface for viewing deployed smart contracts.
• Added management of contract ABIs.
• Added direct contract interaction, with gas cost estimation.
• Added real-time tracking of smart contract events.
• Added contract deployment from the admin.

Security & Compliance

• Added a security dashboard covering status and alerts.
• Added management of whitelisted withdrawal addresses.
• Added a review queue for flagged transactions.
• Added report generation for regulatory compliance.
• Added comprehensive logging of all admin actions.
• Added the option to require two-factor confirmation for sensitive operations.

Blockchain Integration

• Changed RPC provider management to fail over between endpoints, so a single unreachable node no longer stops chain operations.
• Added real-time blockchain data over WebSocket connections.
• Changed multi-chain transaction processing and smart contract interaction to be more efficient.
• Changed the different blockchain types to sit behind one unified interface.
• Added support for multiple RPC endpoints per chain for high availability.

Performance

• Changed blockchain sync, transaction history queries and batch transaction processing to be faster.
• Added caching for blockchain data.
• Changed node operations to use less memory, and RPC connections to be pooled.

Transaction Processing

• Changed UTXO selection and EVM gas price strategies.
• Changed network fee estimation to be more accurate.
• Changed transaction construction and confirmation counting.
• Added automatic retry for failed transactions.

Security

• Changed wallet data encryption and private key handling to be stronger.
• Changed admin permissions to be fine-grained per operation.
• Added rate limiting as protection against transaction spam.
• Changed address validation to cover every supported blockchain.
• Added multi-layer verification for withdrawals.

User Experience

• Changed navigation so complex blockchain data is easier to move through.
• Changed data to update live, without a page refresh.
• Changed loading states, error messages and success confirmations, so a failure now states what to do about it.
• Changed transaction tables to work on mobile.

Data Visualisation

• Added multiple chart types for blockchain analytics, including network topology, transaction flow, historical balances per chain and volume heatmaps.
• Added the option to download charts and reports.

Admin Tools

• Added bulk operations across multiple chains or transactions.
• Added search and filtering across all blockchain data.
• Added context menus for common operations, and keyboard navigation for power users.
• Added saveable custom dashboard configurations.
• Added flexible data export options.

V6 Integration

• Changed the extension to use the v6 core navigation, component library and design tokens.
• Changed the API endpoints to follow v6 conventions.
• Changed the blue and cyan schema to sit alongside the v6 core colour system.

Data Management

• Added long-term storage of all blockchain transactions, historical balance snapshots per chain, and a complete registry of customer deposit addresses.
• Added comprehensive blockchain event logs.
• Added bulk export for analytics and compliance.
• Added automatic backup of critical blockchain data and of chain configurations.
• Added version history for configuration changes, with quick restoration from a backup.
• Added tools for migrating between environments.

Monitoring & Alerts

• Added continuous health checks on all blockchain nodes, with RPC response time, reliability and uptime tracking.
• Added CPU, memory and network usage tracking.
• Added centralised error logging and alerting.
• Added configurable custom monitoring metrics and alert conditions.
• Added alerts for node sync issues and downtime, large or suspicious transactions, low master wallet balances, and security concerns.
• Added alert delivery by email, SMS and dashboard notification.

Documentation

• Changed the guides to cover adding a new blockchain, node deployment best practices, security configuration, troubleshooting, and the updated API endpoints.