Ethereum Opens Access to Kintsugi Testnet

Key Points:

• While Ethereum is being prepared for the transition to proof-of-stake, much of the preparation and testing will be done on the testnet

• Testnet blockchains provide a mimicked environment of the mainnet which allows for development and testing without worry of corrupting or breaking anything

• Previous testnet builds were not open to the public, but on Monday Ethereum opened the Kintsugi testnet to encourage the “community to start familiarizing themselves with Ethereum in a post-merge context”

The Japanese word “kintsugi” is an art technique that emphasizes imperfections by repairing broken pottery with lacquer mixed with powdered gold or other precious metals

Kintsugi testnet landing page | Public testnet announcement | Source