Polis Project Weekly Updates (11/05 to 11/12)

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6 min readNov 13, 2019

Polis Core

We recently released a new update, version 1.5.3, this version fixes sync and staking issues on v1.5.2.

Download link:

https://github.com/polispay/polis/releases/tag/v1.5.3

This version is compatible with version 1.5.2, meaning that this is not a mandatory update, but highly recommended if you are having sync issues.

If you need personal support please contact the Polis Support Team, you can contact us on our social media accounts:

REMEMBER, NOBODY ON THE POLIS CORE OR SUPPORT TEAM WILL MESSAGE YOU DIRECTLY.

The recent updates were essential for DIP3 integration. We would like to thank everyone for their patience, we are aware that these updates can be tedious, but they are essential for the security and future of our network.

Polis Core: Masternodes Tools

The Polis Core Team values the safety of our users, we want to offer the best and most secure options and features to them. That is why we implemented Trezor support, one of the most advanced and secure hardware wallets.

Running masternodes through Trezor will be extremely safe since funds for the collateral will no longer be kept on a desktop wallet and they will be stored on the Trezor device, either Model One or Model T as they will safe-keep the private keys.

The Polis-masternode-tool is able to run masternodes from the collateral in Trezor hardware wallet storage. At the moment, both Trezor One and model T are supported by Polis, although users will need to upgrade the firmware of Model One to version 1.8.2.

The first public release of the tool can be found here:

https://github.com/hlooman/polis-masternode-tool/releases

Community and Polis support member, Hans, has created a video tutorial on how to start a masternode via Trezor using the polis-masternode-tool. Head to the following link:

https://www.polispayserver.com/page/video/2/

Polis Nodes

Polis Nodes now supports DIP3 masternodes.

PolisNodes will now show the status for DIP3 masternodes, this status shows what needs to be done to have a DIP3 masternode ready in the platform. You don’t have to recreate your node, you need to follow instructions given in the “INSTALL DIP3” button.

Also, all new masternodes created in PolisNodes will automatically be DIP3. You can create your DIP3 masternodes here:

https://platform.polisnodes.io/

We are now over 1400 masternodes!

Each day we are coming closer to our next milestone; 1500 masternodes.

As our community continues to grow every day, we’d like to thank you for your support. Without the community, we wouldn’t have been able to reach this remarkable milestone, we’re excited about what’s ahead and couldn’t be more grateful of sharing that with our great community.

PolisPay

The team has been working on the next PolisPay release, version 8.0.0. This release will be complete revamp to the platform, where new technologies will allow it to be more stable than ever.

This revamp emphasizes the restructuration of the services and moving them to brand new architecture. In such a way, that it prioritizes both the efficiency and security of the information while also making the PolisPay app a much faster and fluid experience. What users can expect from v8.0.0:

— Both the vouchers and shift services have received tremendous upgrades; we can’t wait to share the revitalized services with our community.

— Trezor integration has been finalized. Desktop users can now save their crypto assets in the safest way possible via Trezor hardware wallets.

— Easily import and export wallets. Users will be able to export their mnemonic phrases with a QR code that is fully encrypted. Also, users will be able to import their wallets using a QR scanner.

–– Every voucher that is purchased with Polis will have a 0% fee. Vouchers purchased with other cryptocurrencies will have a 4% surcharge.

–– This PolisPay version will be available for internal testing this Friday.

As part of our initiative of making the entire Polis ecosystem open-source and accessible, the team will make the entire PolisPay repository open for anyone who would like to contribute and enrich the sense of community. We will be able to build upon each other’s ideas and discoveries, solve problems together, promote collaboration, and thus become more secure and stable.

This update is still being worked on and has an estimated release due in two weeks.

PolisPay: website

For the past couple of weeks, we have been working hard on our brand new website. This website features the new rebranding that was unveiled a couple of weeks ago. This has been in the works for quite some time and we’re really happy to share the final result with the entire community.

The website is now live!

Go check it out:
https://polispay.com/home

PolisPay cards

Regarding the PolisPay cards, there are some updates with the on-going process we would like to share:

— The UnionPay cards have arrived at our office. We have begun the integration progress.

— We are still waiting for the Cacao license

— Final documentation for establishing a company in Europe is awaiting paperwork. This will allow us to sign a contract with a card provider company for Europe.

There’s a real possibility that we might be able to integrate the three main card providers: Visa, Mastercard, and Union Pay. Although it is possible we don’t want to take it for granted; we will update the situation.

Governance: PolisPay vouchers expansion

The past couple of weeks the PolisPay team alongside Bitcou GmbH has worked on a couple of improvements to the PolisPay app vouchers feature UI. We want the users to experience to be as smooth as possible, and with the improvements that are being worked on, we are closer to achieving our goal. Big companies and suppliers will be added soon to the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

In addition, a variety of vouchers are being added, such as mobile top-up, internet recharges, DTH providers and many more. Currently, we are testing it for the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We are looking forward to the updates!

Mobile recharge

In the near future users will be able to recharge their mobile phones via the PolisPay app. These vouchers are currently being tested for the USA, Canada, and Mexico. This will include a variety of well known and popular cellular companies in each country. After the test more countries will follow alongside a variety of providers across the globe.

This features are still being worked on, updates will soon follow.

The Bitcou GmbH team created a short survey regarding market expansion, we appreciate taking the time to answer it.

You can check it out here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfxw5FgXNSY8zaYHG4loVYdFGW1vFfEz3jIpEv_paS1g6wOdQ/viewform

Reminder: Please fill out the survey on the market expansion as it will enable us to have a much comprehensive understanding of the user’s needs.

Community Management and Outreach

In an effort to expand our community and to be able to cater to every user’s needs, we are officially launching a set of Twitter accounts targeted to specific segments of the community.

To our Russian-speaking community, @PolisBc_RU.
And to our Spanish-speaking community, @PolisBc_ES.

On each account, we will tweet everything Polis related in that specific language, be sure to give them a follow!

We want to remind you that you can follow us on the following Social Media Networks:

We’re deeply grateful for all your support from our community and our partner’s communities, and we want to thank you for reading. Together we are strong, and we will strive just as we’ve done before to give you all the best!