WEEKLY UPDATE FROM THE REPOS OF NEAR [05-12.02.2026]
The devs are cooking. Here's what shipped this week across the NEAR repositories! 📟
1/ STORE API SIMPLIFICATION - nearcore
What changed:
• Changed `Store::write()`, `Store::flush()`, and `Store::compact()` to return `()` instead of `io::Result<()>`
• Removed redundant `.unwrap()` and `.expect()` calls from all usage sites
• Updated test helpers and estimator context to handle infallible methods
Why it matters:
This pull request (
github.com/near/nearcore/pul…) simplifies the store API by removing redundant error handling for methods that delegate to infallible database operations.
2/ OPENRPC GENERATOR - nearcore: JSON-RPC Specification Support
What changed:
• Adds OpenRPC 1.3.2 specification generator alongside existing OpenAPI
• Implements schema transforms for cleaner code generation (FlattenOptionFix, MergePropertiesIntoOneOf, AddVariantTitles)
• Upgrades schemars dependency from 1.0.3 to 1.2.1
• Generates openrpc.json file when running near-jsonrpc-openapi-spec
Why it matters:
This pull request (
github.com/near/nearcore/pul…) enables accurate JSON-RPC client generation without manual hacks, improving developer experience for building type-safe clients in Rust and TypeScript.
3/ GAS KEY SAFETY - nearcore: Prevent accidental fund loss
What changed:
• Added 1 NEAR threshold for gas key deletion via `DeleteKey` action
• Added 1 NEAR total balance check for account deletion via `DeleteAccount` action
• Introduced `GasKeyBalanceTooHigh` error variant and `MAX_BALANCE_TO_BURN` constant
• Refactored `remove_account` to eliminate redundant balance computations
• Added comprehensive unit tests for boundary conditions
Why it matters:
This pull request (
github.com/near/nearcore/pul…) implements NEP 611 (
github.com/near/NEPs/pull/61…) protection against accidental large fund burns when deleting gas keys or accounts.
4/ NEW RELEASE - cloud-api v0.1.12
What changed:
• Added rerank, score, and audio transcription endpoints for enhanced AI capabilities
• Introduced /v1/usage API for external systems to record usage events
• Added image generation, editing, and analysis support in Responses API
• Implemented /v1/check_api_key endpoint for external model gateway authentication
• Enhanced tool call support with function call orchestration and security hardening
Why it matters:
This release (
github.com/nearai/cloud-api/…) significantly expands the API's AI capabilities with multiple new endpoints and improves external integration options for usage tracking and authentication.
5/ NEW RELEASE - near-jsonrpc-client-kotlin v1.0.20
What changed:
• Added support for multiple RPC URLs with new `RpcUrls` configuration
• Updated client initialization from `baseUrl` to `rpcUrls = RpcUrls.Single("
rpc.mainnet.near.org")`
• Regenerated client models from OpenAPI specification with updated serializers
• Added new NEAR protocol models including `GasKeyInfo`, `TransferToGasKeyAction`, and `WithdrawFromGasKeyAction`
Why it matters:
This release (
github.com/near/near-jsonrpc…) enables better RPC endpoint management and stays current with NEAR protocol updates - update your client initialization to use the new `rpcUrls` parameter.
6/ NEW RELEASE - near-jsonrpc-client-kotlin v1.0.22
What changed:
• Fixed app compile error by changing `rpcUrls` parameter to `baseUrl` in client initialization
• Regenerated client models and serializers from OpenAPI specification
• Added new models for gas key operations: `GasKeyInfo`, `TransferToGasKeyAction`, `WithdrawFromGasKeyAction`
• Removed deprecated `DynamicReshardingConfigView` model
• Updated multiple serializers with new `BlindUnionSerializer` implementation
Why it matters:
This release (
github.com/near/near-jsonrpc…) fixes breaking changes and keeps the Kotlin client synchronized with the latest NEAR RPC API updates - essential for developers using gas key features.
7/ NEW RELEASE - near-jsonrpc-client-kotlin v1.0.21
What changed:
• Added support for multiple RPC URLs with simplified configuration using `listOf("
rpc.mainnet.near.org")`
• Regenerated client models and serializers from OpenAPI specification
• Added new models for gas key operations: `GasKeyInfo`, `TransferToGasKeyAction`, `WithdrawFromGasKeyAction`
• Removed deprecated `DynamicReshardingConfigView` model
• Updated serializers with new `BlindUnionSerializer` implementation
Why it matters:
This release (
github.com/near/near-jsonrpc…) adds failover support for RPC endpoints and keeps the client synchronized with the latest NEAR protocol changes - update for improved reliability and new feature compatibility.
8/ NEW RELEASE - near-jsonrpc-client-py v1.0.30
What changed:
• Regenerated client models from OpenAPI specification with numerous updates
• Added new models for gas key operations (GasKeyInfo, WithdrawFromGasKeyAction)
• Updated CI/CD workflow configuration with significant changes
• Fixed specific bugs in model generator and removed redundant strict_model file
Why it matters:
This release (
github.com/near/near-jsonrpc…) ensures Python client stays in sync with NEAR RPC API changes and adds support for new gas key functionality.
9/ SANDBOX JOBS - ironclaw: Docker Container Execution System
What changed:
• Added orchestrator/worker architecture for running jobs in isolated Docker containers
• Implemented per-job bearer tokens and secure container lifecycle management
• Added Claude Code mode integration for running Claude CLI in containers
• Created web gateway UI with real-time job monitoring and management
• Added database persistence for sandbox jobs with project directory management
Why it matters:
This pull request (
github.com/nearai/ironclaw/p…) enables secure execution of AI agent tasks in isolated containers with proper access controls - developers can now run untrusted code safely while maintaining visibility through the web interface.
10/ TELEGRAM CHANNEL IMPROVEMENTS - ironclaw
What changed:
• Added DM pairing infrastructure with PairingStore, CLI commands, and host APIs for secure user approval
• Integrated Telegram channel with caption support for media messages and bot username stripping
• Implemented /start command handling and configurable DM policies (open/allowlist/pairing)
• Added comprehensive test coverage for pairing functionality and Telegram integration
• Updated documentation with Telegram setup guide and building instructions
Why it matters:
This pull request (
github.com/nearai/ironclaw/p…) enhances security with DM pairing for unknown users and improves Telegram integration with media caption support - developers should review the new TELEGRAM_SETUP.md for configuration details.
11/ NEW RELEASE - ironclaw v0.1.0
What changed:
• Multi-provider LLM support via rig-core adapter
• Sandbox jobs for secure command isolation
• Google Suite & Telegram WASM tools integration
• CLI improvements and interactive setup wizard
• Fixed Linux keychain runtime panic
Why it matters:
This release (
github.com/nearai/ironclaw/r…) establishes IronClaw's core functionality with multi-LLM support, security features, and tool integrations - essential for developers building privacy-focused AI agents.
12/ DOCS UPDATE - near-sdk-rs: Cross-Contract Call Documentation
What changed:
• Added comprehensive documentation for auto-generated `<ContractType>Ext` structs
• Documented `ext()` and `ext_on()` constructors for cross-contract calls
• Covered builder methods: `with_attached_deposit()`, `with_static_gas()`, `with_unused_gas_weight()`
• Added cross-references from `#[near(contract_state)]` and `#[near]` macro sections
• Explained how to discover method signatures via `cargo doc --lib`
Why it matters:
This pull request (
github.com/near/near-sdk-rs/…) makes cross-contract call patterns discoverable and provides clear examples for NEAR smart contract developers.
13/ MACRO DOCS - near-sdk-rs
What changed:
• Added implementation details for #[init], #[payable], #[private], #[handle_result] attributes
• Documented #[near(event_json)] and #[near(contract_metadata)] host function usage
• Added documentation for previously undocumented #[callback_result] and #[callback_vec] attributes
Why it matters:
This pull request (
github.com/near/near-sdk-rs/…) enables developers to understand macro-generated code without running cargo expand - useful for debugging and learning NEAR SDK internals.
14/ NEW RELEASE - private-chat v0.1.12
What changed:
• Added conversation sharing functionality with public links and group management
• Fixed response corruption when stopping during reasoning phase
• Improved multi-model conversation display and response ordering
• Implemented fallback models for chat title generation
• Enhanced mobile UI styles and favicon visibility
Why it matters:
This release (
github.com/nearai/private-ch…) enables collaborative AI conversations through sharing features while improving multi-model stability and mobile experience - key for teams using NEAR-based chat applications.
15/ SEARCH IMPROVEMENT - docs: Code Indexing Enhancement
What changed:
• Updated MeiliSearch indexing script to include code content in searchable documents
• Modified package.json and SearchBar component to support enhanced search functionality
Why it matters:
This commit (
github.com/near/docs/commit/…) improves documentation search by making code snippets discoverable - developers can now find relevant code examples more easily when searching the NEAR docs.
16/ FUNCTION CALL SUPPORT - cloud-api: Client-Executed Tool Integration
What changed:
• Added `FunctionCall` and `FunctionCallOutput` API models for client-executed tools
• Implemented pause/resume flow with `incomplete` status and `function_call_required` reason
• Added security validation for workspace ownership and call_id matching
• Extended tool parsing to handle custom functions, code_interpreter, and computer tools
• Added comprehensive E2E tests for single/parallel function calls
Why it matters:
This pull request (
github.com/nearai/cloud-api/…) enables LLMs to request external function execution and resume conversations with results - developers can now integrate custom tools and external services into their AI workflows.
Check out the full repositories:
1.
github.com/near/nearcore
2.
github.com/nearai/cloud-api
3.
github.com/near/near-jsonrpc…
4.
github.com/near/near-jsonrpc…
5.
github.com/nearai/ironclaw
6.
github.com/near/near-sdk-rs
7.
github.com/nearai/private-ch…
8.
github.com/near/docs
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