testnet
IOTA Announces Chrysalis Phase 2 Public Testnet is Now Live
IOTA’s network upgrade, Chrysalis has recently launched its public testnet. Chrysalis, also known as IOTA 1.5, is IOTA’s intermediate stage.
Ethereum Launches ETH 2.0 Multiclient Testnet - Medalla
Ethereum software developers proudly launched the blockchain project they have been perfecting these past few months, the Ethereum 2.0 multiclient testnet, Medalla.
Ethereum Devs Launch Spadina Testnet, What Needs to be Perfected for ETH 2.0?
Ethereum developers have launched a short-term testnet, dubbed Spadina, in preparation for Ethereum 2.0 mainnet.
Ethereum’s Zinken Testnet Launch Is a Huge Success, Buterin Says “Scalability Will Go Up” on Eth 2.0
Ethereum developers have finally achieved a successful testnet release with Zinken.
Ethereum to Launch Another Testnet for ETH 2.0 After Spadina Fails to Achieve Finality
Ethereum developers announced that they will be launching another testnet next week, dubbed Zinken, following the low participation rate on Spadina.
Cardano Releases New Daedalus Wallet for the Shelley Testnet Ahead of Shelley Hard Fork
Input Output (IOHK), the blockchain engineering company behind Cardano has released the new Daedalus wallet for the Shelley testnet, less than a week after the Cardano Virtual Summit.
IOTA Foundation Releases Testnet of Fully Decentralized Network Pollen
The IOTA Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on blockchain and open-source development has announced the launch of its testnet of a fully decentralized network, Pollen.
Ethereum Uncovers Blockchain Bugs to Stabilize Medalla Testnet
Ethereum developers discussed the technical issues that went wrong during the launch of Medalla testnet and that could have been improved to make the release smoother.
Ethereum Launches Final Testnet Before Officially Releasing ETH 2.0 Mainnet
The software developing team for Ethereum 2.0 has finally announced that they will be launching ETH 2.0’s testnet on August 4.
IOTA Introduces a New Database for the Release of an Updated Version of Pollen Testnet, V0.3.2
IOTA recently announced the release of a new version of its Pollen testnet, v0.3.2. What's new with this version of Pollen?
Ethereum Gathers Cybersecurity Team Dedicated to ETH 2.0 Final Testnet Launch
With the launch of Ethereum 2.0 testnet set to be released today on August 4 at 1 pm UTC, the Ethereum Foundation has been looking to build a security team that will be responsible for maintaining ETH 2.0.
Ethereum Releases Validator Launchpad for ETH 2.0 Testnet
Ethereum software developers finally released the validator launchpad for ETH 2.0, which enabled users to participate in the testnet’s Proof-of-Stake.
Sparks Fly: Bitcoin and Ethereum Debate on ETH’s Total Supply Goes Viral
Over the past few days, a central debate has been ongoing on crypto Twitter, fueled by Bitcoin and Ethereum advocates. Both Bitcoiners and Ethereans disagree on which cryptocurrency is better for use.
EOS Network Launches Antelope Spring Beta-1 on Testnet
The EOS Network Foundation unveils its Antelope Spring Beta-1 on the testnet, marking a significant leap forward in their blockchain technology.
Cronos (CRO) zkEVM Testnet Successfully Upgrades to 'Tethys'
Cronos zkEVM Testnet has successfully upgraded to 'Tethys', marking a crucial milestone for the launch of Cronos zkEVM mainnet.
EigenLayer Launches Rewards MVP on Holesky Testnet
EigenLayer unveils its MVP Rewards experience on Holesky, enabling AVS's to integrate and test rewards.
Sui Bridge Launches on Testnet with Incentive Program for Participants
Sui Bridge goes live on Testnet with incentives for testers. Secure and seamless asset transfers between Ethereum and Sui.
Sui Introduces Secure Native Randomness for Testnet Applications
Sui Testnet now offers secure native randomness, enhancing app development with new possibilities.
Sui Bridge Testnet Incentive Program Nears Conclusion
The Sui Bridge incentivized testnet phase ends on July 8th, urging participants to complete required actions for rewards.
Polygon (MATIC) Launches Miden Alpha Testnet v3 with Enhanced Features
Polygon (MATIC) Miden Alpha Testnet v3 introduces sub-second updates, transaction IDs, and a no-std client, aiming to revolutionize dApp development.
GalaChain Launches TestNet Environment for Blockchain Developers
GalaChain's TestNet is now live, offering developers a secure environment to deploy and test their chaincode, fostering innovation in blockchain technology.
Polygon (MATIC) Miden Alpha Testnet v4 Launches with New Features
Polygon (MATIC) Miden Alpha Testnet v4 introduces new features for developers, including Rust compiler support and a block explorer.
Cronos (CRO) zkEVM to Reset Testnet for Enhanced Consistency
Cronos (CRO) will reset its zkEVM testnet on October 21, 2024, to ensure long-term consistency with the mainnet, offering developers new upgrades and features.
Conflux (CFX) Announces v2.4.1 Testnet Upgrade with Key Improvements
Conflux (CFX) has rolled out its v2.4.1 testnet upgrade, introducing significant RPC, storage, and code improvements, alongside crucial bug fixes. Node operators are urged to update promptly.
IOTA Introduces New Testing Environments for Rebased Protocol
IOTA Foundation unveils Public Testnet and DevNet to facilitate the exploration of the IOTA Rebased protocol, aiming for enhanced stability and experimental feature testing.
Ethereum Testnet Successfully Upgrades for Upcoming Shanghai Hard Fork
Ethereum's Sepolia testnet has undergone a successful upgrade simulating the upcoming Shanghai hard fork expected to take place on the mainnet in March. The upgrade, called "Shapella", allows validators to withdraw their staked Ether and rewards on the execution layer.
Marathon Digital Admits to Mining an Invalid Bitcoin Block
Marathon Digital Holdings encountered a setback as it mined an invalid block on the Bitcoin network due to an internal bug amidst an operational optimization experiment. The company acknowledged the error and praised Bitcoin's self-corrective security measures.
Immutable's zkEVM Marches Towards Mainnet with a Series of Milestones
Immutable progresses towards the Mainnet launch of its zkEVM, underpinned by a series of strategic milestones and a growing gaming ecosystem. The journey encompasses a testnet launch, re-genesis, the imminent mainnet release, and future dedicated app chains and prover integration, setting the stage for a robust gaming arena on the Ethereum blockchain.
Ethereum Developers Discuss Upcoming Testnet and Upgrade Plans
Ethereum's All Core Developers Consensus (ACDC) call #118 on September 21, 2023, focused on preparations for Devnet-9, the second testnet for the Cancun/Deneb upgrade. The call revealed client readiness, Dencun-related tests, EIP 4788 deployment, and a tentative launch sequence for Dencun. The call also discussed the timing of testing and the launch sequence for Dencun on different testnets. The insights highlight the community's efforts to ensure Ethereum's smooth progression.
Polygon 2.0 Takes Major Step with POL Contracts on Goerli Testnet
Polygon is closing in on the launch of its 2.0 version with the deployment of POL contracts on the Goerli testnet. This significant development is a result of community consultations and the introduction of two new Polygon Improvement Proposals (PIPs), PIP-24 and PIP-25. These PIPs aim to modify the EIP-1559 burn system and adjust the POL token supply.
Solana Apps May Soon be Ported to Cosmos Ecosystem
Developers can soon test their Solana Web3 apps for use in Cosmos ecosystem via Injective’s layer-2 testnet, which uses Solana’s Sea Level Virtual Machine. The new layer was created with Eclipse’s help.
Venom Foundation Announces the Release of its Public Testnet
Venom, a Layer-1 blockchain that operates out of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), today announced that its public testnet is officially live. The milestone marks a significant accomplishment in Venom’s roadmap as it prepares to launch on mainnet. Along with the testnet launch, Venom has also unveiled a host of in-house developed decentralized applications as part of its growing ecosystem.
Ethereum 2.0 Testnet to Launch: Can the Blockchain Network Keep Up With the Surge in Demand?
With the number of transactions on Ethereum recording an all-time high and shooting up over the past few months, crypto experts are speculating on whether the network can keep up with the high demand whether its scalability is reliable enough.
Cause for Concern? Ethereum's 15 Minutes of Extreme Volatility Explained
Ethereum’s price on the crypto market underwent a lot of fluctuations in the span of 15 minutes yesterday, causing quite a stir in the crypto community.
Ethereum’s Medalla Experiences Critical Bug, but Prysmatic Labs Says ETH 2.0 Launch Is Unaffected
One of the top client teams staking on Ethereum 2.0 testnet announced that the crash that recently occurred was a learning experience and was salvaged.
Ethereum Revamps Website And Transitions to Staking with Latest Testnet Release
Ethereum Foundation is transforming their website and adding new designs to ethereum.org to deliver a more user-friendly and educational experience for the Ethereum community.
Ethereum, Cardano and Other Altcoins Slandered by Blockstream CEO as Ponzi Schemes
Blockstream CEO Adam Back publicly stated that Ethereum and other altcoins were Ponzi schemes, angering Ethereum co-founders Vitalik Buterin and Charles Hoskinson.