docs(release-notes): complete v0.1.8 release entry

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@@ -11,6 +11,14 @@ Summary: This release fixes CEK cost model handling and improves CEK hot-path pe
 
 * Corrected cost model handling so budget calculations stay accurate across a broader range of builtin cost parameters, including configurable `dropList` CPU settings.
 
+### Performance
+
+* Improved CEK hot path evaluation to reduce temporary allocation overhead during apply and case handling.
+
+### Additional Changes
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+* Updated `RELEASE_NOTES.md` to include the `v0.1.8` entry.
+
 ## v0.1.7 - decoder retention and reset updates
 
 - Date: 2026-04-15
