New Features and Enhancements

• IND2-3186: Introduced a 6-digit Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) code for enhanced security.
• IND2-3493: Added a password checklist to the signup form to guide users in creating stronger passwords.
• IND2-3503: Enabled downloading of attachments from the registration list.
• IND2-777: Modified UMOJA link to open in a new tab for improved navigation.
• IND2-3526: Enhanced gMeets client test coverage.
• IND2-3531: Improved testing process for registration updates.
• IND2-3420: Adjusted PDF attachment margins for a more polished output.

Bug Fixes

• IND2-3462, IND2-3527, IND2-3346, IND2-3463: Fixed and refined focal point permissions across various areas, including VIP field access and registration log visibility.
• IND2-3163: Fixed tags filtering and empty array filtering issues in the registration list.
• IND2-3270: Resolved save preferences link generation in the registration & accreditation list.
• IND2-3031: Resolved issues with importing Excel sheets containing excessive columns.
• IND2-3032: Fixed error when changing the primary email for external users.
• IND2-3587: Addressed missing gMeets template issue.
• IND2-3584: Ensured time-period input format consistency in the Accreditation list.
• IND2-3582: Use the new built-in picture placeholder from Indico-Core.

Code Quality and Maintenance

• Updated the Indico submodule.
• Refactored various MFA-related codes and implemented rate limiting for MFA verification attempts.
• Fixed or disabled new pylint rules to align with current coding standards.
• Updated French translation files for improved localization.
• Minor improvements and fixes to the datatables library.
• Removed outdated fixes and deprecated query calls for optimized performance.
• Renamed "manager notifications" to "organizer notifications" for clarity.
• Reorganized code for improved readability and maintainability.
• IND2-3540: Removed unused registration picture request handlers for better code maintenance.