Movable Type just released version 3.1 of their blog software, and after a little bit of shoehorning and modification, I've upgraded. You shouldn't notice much of a difference, as I'm still using my old template and style sheet. The primary difference will be the comment system. In an effort to cut back on the considerable comment spam, the new M version allows for comment registration. In order to post a comment, one should obtain a free TypeKey account. The upside for you is that your one TypeKey account can be used to log into lots of MT blogs for commenting. The upside for me is that it allows for easy restriction of comment spam. For you privacy conspiracy folks, you can provide as much or as little personal information as you like.
Other neat stuff includes better category management, the ability to use dynamic pages, a better interface, and the ability to schedule future posts. It looks like everything ought to work alright, but some kinks may yet reveal themselves. As always, comments are welcome.
UPDATE: I've decided to make TypeKey registration for commenting optional. However, I may change that if I get bombarded with comment spam. If you have a TypeKey identity, you can and should should sign in with it.
UPDATE II: I've switched comment registration back on. I got bombarded with comment spam when I allowed unregistered commenting, and the new version of my Blacklist plugin seems not to be working.
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