I know this has definitely been suggested, however I think bringing the Client side AC from back then would work wonders today. Yes, I know It won't solve the cheating problem completely but It'll help reduce the number of cheaters since Its so "popular" today as 1.8.9 Is completely riddled with cheaters. I feel like the community would appreciate bringing It back since It seems Its needed more than ever.
#Client Side Anti-Cheat
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