diff --git a/readme.txt b/readme.txt
index d7c5c5322061f..970b137aa6d88 100644
--- a/readme.txt
+++ b/readme.txt
@@ -116,6 +116,7 @@ There are opportunities for developers at all levels to contribute. [Learn more
 * Dashboard: improve performance of the Jetpack dashboard when the plugin is not connected to WordPress.com yet.
 * Dashboard: add new plans' information to Plans pages.
 * Debug: provide additional information in Tools > Site Health when a site's connection to WordPress.com is broken.
+* Performance: modernize various parts of the code to use PHP 5.6+ functionality.
 * Progressive Web Apps: sunset feature. If you wish to continue to use that feature on your site, we recommend installing another plugin that offers the functionality you need.
 * Search: add new filter allowing one to adjuct Jetpack Search's ES query languages.
 * Social Networks: update Facebook logo to match new color.