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 # PyNWB Changelog
 
-## PyNWB 3.0.0 (Upcoming)
+## PyNWB 3.0.0rc1 (January 7, 2025)
 
 ### Breaking changes
 - The validation methods have been updated with multiple breaking changes. @stephprince [#1911](https://github.com/NeurodataWithoutBorders/pynwb/pull/1911)