BusinessAugust 12, 2026

testnet

TEST-net

Definition

An alternative blockchain network used specifically for software testing and experimentation without using real, valuable cryptocurrency.

Etymology

A portmanteau of the English words 'test' and 'network,' reflecting its function as a digital sandbox for experimental development.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the environment where developers can safely verify the functionality of ENSv2 features before they are deployed to the main network.

ENS App and Explorer Enter Beta With ENSv2 Ready to Test

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Cryptonews.net

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