# Summary

This is a runtime release for Acala and Karura that upgrades Substrate/Cumulus/Polkadot to v0.9.19, enables Taiga protocol to use ERC20, and improves gas when calling ERC20 in EVM+ from pallets.

Release Note: https://github.com/AcalaNetwork/Acala/releases/tag/2.6.0

# Referendum

* https://acala.subscan.io/referenda/10
* https://acala.subsquare.io/democracy/referendum/10

- **Problem Statement:** Acala and Karura need a runtime release to upgrade Substrate/Cumulus/Polkadot to v0.9.19, enable Taiga protocol to use ERC20, and enhance gas efficiency when calling ERC20 in EVM+ from pallets.
  
- **Significance:** Ensuring compatibility with the latest upgrades and improving gas efficiency is crucial for the Acala and Karura networks to maintain optimal performance and user experience.
  
- **Proposed Solution:** Implement a runtime release that includes upgrades to Substrate/Cumulus/Polkadot to v0.9.19, enables Taiga protocol to use ERC20, and enhances gas efficiency when calling ERC20 in EVM+ from pallets.
  
- **Expected Outcomes:** Improved network performance, enhanced user experience, and increased efficiency in handling ERC20 transactions within the Acala and Karura ecosystems.

#10 Runtime Upgrade - Upgrade Substrate/Cumulus/Polkadot and improve ERC20 integration

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