In the crypto space, testnets are often seen as technical tools for testing and refining, not public showcases. Solana’s Tour de SOL, Cardano’s Shelley, and Kaspa’s DAGNet all […]
Ethereum’s Testnet Reboot: Hoodi Takes the Lead
Ethereum has officially shut down its largest testnet, Holesky, marking the end of an era for validator testing. This transition comes after two years of service and a […]
Ethereum: Holesky Testnet Ends, New Environment Ready for Expansion
Ethereum has permanently shut down its Holesky testnet, signaling a shift towards a more robust and scalable testing environment as network activity surges. This move comes amid heightened […]
Ethereum’s Holešky Testnet to Shutter Following Fusaka Upgrade
The Ethereum Foundation will decommission the Holešky testnet following the Fusaka upgrade, marking a shift toward its Hoodi successor. This decision comes after challenges in operating Holešky prompted […]
Ethereum Retires Holešky Testnet in Two Weeks
Ethereum is retiring its largest public testnet, Holešky, in two weeks following the Fusaka upgrade. The transition to Hoodi aims to streamline testing by focusing on specialized lanes […]
Sonic Labs Launches Enhanced Testnet 2.1, Compatible with Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade
Sonic Labs has released a new testnet version 2.1, now compatible with the Ethereum Pectra upgrade. This update incorporates expanded Sonic functionalities and promises to bolster the platform […]
The Rise of Testnets: A New Investment Class in Computing Power
The demand for computing power continues to soar as global cloud computing markets reach unprecedented levels, estimated at $700 billion in 2024 and projected to surpass $1.55 trillion […]