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+## 8.21.1 (unreleased)
+### Implementation changes and bug fixes
+- [PR #1693](https://github.com/rqlite/rqlite/pull/1693): Use built-in `max` function for Commit Index _sync_ check.
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 ## 8.21.0 (February 21st 2024)
 This release enhances the `/readyz` check, giving you more information about node readiness. See [the documentation](https://rqlite.io/docs/guides/monitoring-rqlite/#readiness-checks) for more details.
 ### New features