Welcome to the latest edition of the Nexus Changelog — your regular look into what’s new across Layer 1, Nexus OS, CLI, and the zkVM. This cycle introduced key protocol and user experience upgrades, all aimed at making the proving system fairer, smoother, and more transparent.
At the backend, the point distribution model has been rebalanced to better reflect individual contribution and ensure a fairer rewards system across the network. On the CLI, versions 0.10.9 and 0.10.10 introduced important protocol refinements and improved the user experience for contributors in OFAC-restricted regions.
Nexus OS rolled out its first week of leaderboard-based rewards, using a hybrid formula that combines a base reward with performance-weighted bonuses. A new mobile navigation design also brings a cleaner, more intuitive feel to the proving interface.
Meanwhile, the zkVM continues to improve in reliability and efficiency with ongoing work on its core constraints framework.
Layer 1
This cycle included a significant update to the point distribution system, rebalancing how rewards are calculated and allocated across nodes. The new model is designed to be more equitable — rewarding consistent participation while smoothing out outliers.
Update highlights:
Recalibrated point distribution logic to improve fairness and alignment between work performed and rewards earned
The CLI received two new versions this cycle — v0.10.9 and v0.10.10 — both focused on protocol alignment and contributor clarity.
Latest CLI upgrades:
Protocol improvements ensure that the CLI remains compatible with the latest backend expectations and workflows
A new UX enhancement detects backend availability issues related to OFAC restrictions, offering users a clear and actionable message when access is blocked due to jurisdictional limits
These updates continue to improve reliability and transparency for node operators across different environments.
Nexus OS
Nexus OS now supports live leaderboard rewards, and the first round has been distributed using a base + weighted formula. This system guarantees a minimum return for contributors, while scaling additional rewards based on performance — providing a more transparent and motivating experience for participants.
The mobile interface also received attention this cycle, with a redesigned navigation experience that makes the app feel lighter and more intuitive on smaller screens.
Key updates:
First weekly leaderboard rewards distributed, based on combined base and weighted scoring
Mobile navigation updated for improved clarity, accessibility, and usability
Development of the Nexus zkVM continues at a steady pace. This cycle focused on refining the constraints framework — which underpins how logic and proofs are modeled — as well as making incremental improvements to core tooling and reliability.
Latest changes:
Continued development of the modular and efficient constraints framework
Minor bug fixes and optimizations to the core VM and developer tooling
Looking ahead
These updates further Nexus’s commitment to performance, fairness, and contributor transparency. From reward logic and mobile UX to core virtual machine enhancements, each layer is evolving to support a smoother, more verifiable experience.
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Sam Welch
Sam Welch
