The launch of Glacier Drop was officially announced by the Midnight team. This project marks the culmination of six years of work and efforts by community members.
Anniversary of Midnight Development
Charles Hoskinson, founder of Input Output Global (IOHK), confirmed the launch of Glacier Drop via his official X account. He congratulated everyone who contributed to the project over the past six years, describing the journey as a "grand marathon" of intellectual and practical challenges.
> "The Glacier Drop is live. Congratulations to everyone who worked on Midnight over the last 6 years. It has been a grand marathon of intellectual and practical challenges." CITE_W_A
Announcement from Midnight Foundation
The Midnight Foundation also posted an update regarding the Glacier Drop status four hours before Hoskinson's announcement. In their message, they addressed the community directly, emphasizing the role of "patience, passion, and belief" from participants in reaching this point. The official message confirmed that the Glacier Drop is now live.
> "This is the moment we've all been waiting for." CITE_NA
Community Support for the Project
The launch of Glacier Drop represents a joint achievement between the team and its followers. Both statements from Hoskinson and Midnight Foundation equally highlight the importance of collaboration and community involvement in the development process.
The heroes of the project are not just the developers but also the community that supported Midnight throughout its history. The launch of Glacier Drop marks a significant milestone in this collaborative journey.