diff --git a/Config.go b/Config.go
index ae70fb3..e548dbe 100644
--- a/Config.go
+++ b/Config.go
@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ import (
 )
 
 // Version is the current core library version
-const Version = "Alpha 4/20.11.2021"
+const Version = "Alpha 5/13.12.2021"
 
 var config struct {
 	// Locations of important files and folders
diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index c686fee..5cd3865 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -2,9 +2,7 @@
 
 The core library which is needed for any Peernet application. It provides connectivity to the network and all basic functions. For details about Peernet see https://peernet.org/.
 
-Current version: Alpha 4
-
-Current development status: The last remaining features (blockchain exchange, search) are in development and will be finished in the upcoming MVP (beta 1). ETA EOY 2021.
+Current version: Alpha 5
 
 ## Use