# Weekly Report | Oct 30th — Nov 5th, 2023 By [CESS_Network](https://paragraph.com/@cess-network) · 2023-11-10 --- **Weekly Highlights** * **Testnet v0.7.4 Launch**: Major optimizations to random challenges, idle space proof, penalty/reward system, and more. * **Consensus Node Updates**: Improved storage node registration, random challenge parameter settings, and introduced the ability to purchase storage space for other accounts. * **Bug Fixes & Enhanced Scalability**: Resolved issues including storage nodes failing random challenges, IP retrieval exceptions, and idle space authentication blockages. Enhanced storage space scalability. * **Nominated for Prime Vote on Huobi exchange** — Thank you to those who voted for CESS! * Participation in **AMAs** and **Twitter Space events**. **Project Development Details:** _Current testnet:_ [_v0.7.4_](https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.4) _consists of consensus and storage nodes. ​​\*Consensus nodes_ maintain the world state of the [CESS](http://www.cess.cloud/) network (by CESS Node)and serve as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). **Storage nodes** provide verifiable storage space and serve as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.\* **Consensus Miner \[**[**v0.7.4**](https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.4)**\]** * Implemented the feature for users to purchase space for other accounts, providing robust support for future application layer extensions. * Upgraded the registration process for storage nodes on the chain to enhance the security of the storage network. * Updated parameters in CESS Node related to random challenges, reducing instances where nodes cannot pass the challenge due to insufficient time. **Storage Miner \[**[**v0.7.5**](https://github.com/CESSProject/cess-bucket/releases/tag/v0.7.5)**\]** * Fixed the issue where storage nodes were unable to pass random challenges due to erroneously deleted service data. * Resolved exceptions that occurred in some storage nodes when obtaining external IPs. * Enhanced the storage space scalability for storage nodes, enabling a corresponding increase in the staked amount when expanding space. * Fixed the problem where storage nodes were blocked in the idle space authentication process due to network failures. _The mission of_ [_CESS_](https://www.cess.cloud/) _is to provide Web3 with practical storage services. The product ecosystem of the current_ [_CESS_](https://www.cess.cloud/) _network is becoming more robust and prosperous. Innovative applications such as decentralized object storage service (DeOSS), online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage service have been incubated. Users can experience these functions._ **Decentralized Object Storage Service (**[**DeOSS**](https://github.com/CESSProject/DeOSS/releases/tag/v0.3.2)**)** * The development of the blacklist and whitelist functionality allows users to customize DeOSS gateway access policies. * Completed the updates to node registration-related data structures and transaction processes in the go-sdk to align with upcoming upgrade work. **Files sharing URL generator Tool（**[**DeShare**](https://cess.cloud/deshare.html)**）** * Implemented the functionality in DeShare that enables users to send file information to their email. * Upgraded the DeShare file information display feature to provide more detailed information, including file names. **Testnet** **Overview:** * **10 consensus** nodes and **580 storage** nodes registered with almost **149.04 TiB effective storage space** and **6.22 PiB total storage space** within 6 days after the [v0.7.4](https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.4) testnet was launched. More details on the [blockchain explorer](https://substats.cess.cloud/). If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on [CESS Discord](https://discord.gg/UDZaBaDhcv). **Event:** The miner reward event for the [CESS](https://cess.cloud/) testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. Points can be exchanged for [CESS](https://cess.cloud/) tokens when the mainnet launches. **Community Activities** * [CESS](https://cess.cloud/) **launched testnet v0.7.4** on Oct 30th. This update introduces optimizations across three core modules: Storage Nodes, Consensus Nodes, and Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS). * [CESS](https://cess.cloud/) was **nominated in Huobi Exchange HTX’s 9th Prime Vote** to be listed on Huobi. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to those who cast their votes in favor of CESS. More info here. ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/a135ad8754a492de3d19e2ea116d2744ab8e27ae82b4805aa8d888d1f4211c7e.jpg) * [CESS](https://cess.cloud/) Co-founder & COO, Jessie Dai, **joined a Twitter Space** event hosted by NFT66 on Nov 1st. The discussion revolved around key subjects in the Web3 bull market and the cutting-edge of decentralized cloud storage technology and its potential opportunities. (Event [recording](https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1yNxaZjwyEEKj?s=20).) * [CESS](https://cess.cloud/) co-founder, Nicolas Zaldastani, **took part in the Huobi exchange HTX 9th PrimeVote AMA** on Nov 1st, joining a lineup of nominated projects. (AMA recording.) ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/31264f5edc42ae04dd62f7b63816c6e5909ffcfe1eaeac92eac70ac36f39398a.png) * [CESS](https://cess.cloud/) **participated in the Prime Vote Finals AMA** hosted by HTX (Huobi Exchange) on Nov 3rd, providing a platform for all users to inquire about CESS. A [recording](https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1BdGYrBMDwXJX) is available for those who missed the event. * [CESS](https://cess.cloud/) and MetaBlox geared up for an exciting **collaboration** on Nov 3rd. The collaboration between CESS’s encrypted storage and MetaBlox’s decentralized WiFi roaming technology promises to be a game-changing endeavor. Together, we are poised to shape a brighter future in the blockchain space. ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/ef45b25aa269427ddb813a81148ef6e22687e64489ef5f2fb8f07db81f417b4a.png) **Join us** [**CESS website**](https://www.cess.cloud/) [**Twitter**](https://twitter.com/CESS_Storage) [**Telegram**](https://t.me/CESS_Storage_official) [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/UDZaBaDhcv) [**Github**](https://github.com/CESSProject) [**Medium**](https://medium.com%2F@medium.com/@CESS_LAB) [**LinkedIn**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cumulus-encrypted-storage-system) **Instagram: cess\_storage** --- *Originally published on [CESS_Network](https://paragraph.com/@cess-network/weekly-report-oct-30th-nov-5th-2023)*