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 ZeroTier Release Notes
 ======
 
-## XXXX-XX-XX -- Version 1.16.1
+## 2025-12-22 -- Version 1.16.1
 
   * Metrics collection is now disabled by default. It can be enabled via the `enableMetrics` setting in `local.conf`.
   * Fix for an issue where metrics were not being recorded while running in daemon mode.