Chirp’s Pioneering Journey Begins: Testnet Launch on the SUI Network Scheduled for March 15, 2024
Pre-Mainnet Check, Testnet Events & Early Supporter Specials
As the countdown begins for the Chirp testnet launch on the SUI network, excitement is building not only within Chirp but across the entire crypto community — especially within the rapidly growing DePIN sector.
Set for March 15, 2024, the Chirp testnet launch and the subsequent testnet period will serve as a vital phase to ensure the flawless operation of the Chirp Network before our mainnet launch in the second half of this year. This period will also feature a range of events and activities, offering rewards for active participants.
Before delving into the details of the testnet, though, let’s pause to acknowledge the milestones that have propelled Chirp to this pivotal moment:
- Security: Through the integration of NFT technology, we’ve bolstered security measures, ensuring that only individuals with unique NFTs can transform gateways into miners.
- Expansion: Our endeavors have resulted in a substantial expansion of capacity to connect millions of devices to our ecosystem. Presently, there are more than 1,500 different types of IoT devices capable of linking to the Chirp Network.
- Hardware and Firmware: We have completed the development of our Blackbirds, achieving reliable operation through our firmware.
- UX: Our new and improved dashboard is now powered by more analytical data and a user-friendly interface.
Why is the Chirp Testnet Period Important?
So, what does this testnet period mean for us as a DePIN project aiming to revolutionize the entire telecom industry by integrating it with blockchain technology? And what does it offer to the wider crypto community as participants of the Chirp Network, where wireless and decentralization intersect?
First and foremost, the testnet period serves as the final checkpoint before the launch of the Chirp mainnet token. This time is invaluable for ensuring that every aspect of the Chirp network operates seamlessly. Throughout the testnet period, meticulous attention will be paid to every facet of the Chirp ecosystem: from backend functionality that includes accurate data collection from miners and the transfer of data to the blockchain, to calculating and distributing rewards to users and ensuring a user-friendly interface with accurate analytics.
As such, your feedback during this period will be truly invaluable — we need you, our users, to help us refine the Chirp experience ready for the mainnet launch to ensure a smooth and secure user experience.
For our “Keepers” that have a Blackbird device currently installed, the Testnet period presents a unique opportunity to actively engage with the Chirp ecosystem and witness firsthand the integration of blockchain and wireless technologies within our one-stop-shop ecosystem. Participants will gain insights into miner reward coefficients, witness reward generation and distribution, and become familiar with the Chirp DePIN ecosystem.
Furthermore, the testnet affords newcomers to the Chirp community time to familiarize themselves with the ecosystem, understand its functionalities, and participate in early adopter NFTs (more information on that below).
The “Keepers” Reward Distribution
Chirp’s mission is to build a bridge between the telecom sector and the blockchain that will allow average people to construct, control, and benefit from their connectivity.
To achieve this, we are building one network powered by multiple antennas (miners) that provide coverage to the entire Chirp ecosystem. Our first miner to go live is the Blackbird — a gateway that forms a terrestrial outdoor network providing coverage to IoT devices around the world. For providing this coverage, “Keepers” of the Blackbirds are rewarded with CHIRP tokens through Chirp’s decentralized rewards system.
Within the user interface, different widgets will show the most important information regarding a miner’s performance and the number of rewards generated by that miner. On the backend, this is all powered by distributed ledger technology (DLT), which means fairly distributed rewards that are not controlled by Chirp or any centralized entity.
Chirp “epochs” are essential to this process. An “epoch” signifies a period during which all the data covering a miner’s activity is analyzed and recorded. Based on this data, the miner’s rewards are calculated, generated, and then distributed.
At the conclusion of each epoch (which will initially span for two days), a token minting event occurs. These tokens are then distributed among Keepers based on their contributions to the network, gauged by miner availability. Miner availability is assessed through periodic pings sent to each miner, with responses received approximately every three minutes.
Once the system determines the availability levels of each miner, a reward bundle is generated and recorded using an IPFS CID — a cryptographic digital fingerprint that is subsequently added to the SUI blockchain.
After this CID is extracted from the SUI blockchain, the reward bundle is formed, solidifying Chirp’s commitment to rewarding Keepers on the blockchain. Once the transaction is executed, users receive their rewards, culminating in a seamless process governed by blockchain technology.
The testnet is a crucial step in testing this mechanism, serving as a final check on the Chirp token reward distribution before the mainnet launch.
Coming Up: Chirp NFTs
Don’t have a miner yet? Don’t worry! We will be introducing a number of initiatives that will allow everyone to participate in Chirp’s ecosystem. Among these will be exciting early supporter NFT campaigns that will entitle you to perks as early network adopters.
Build a Decentralized Connected Future
After 2 years of network development and preparation, the Chirp team is proud to be rolling out the testnet, and we have worked hard to ensure that every member of our community can participate. Now, it’s your turn to join us in shaping the future of decentralized IoT technology — a limitless, global solution that will be powered by the people who use and benefit from it every day.
The Chirp testnet period on the SUI network signifies not only a milestone but also a call to action for enthusiasts and visionaries to join us in shaping this future: a future where IoT and other wireless technologies built on the principles of decentralization seamlessly integrate into our daily lives.
Your engagement goes beyond mere participation: it underscores the spirit of innovation and collaboration that defines Chirp. We encourage you to join us on this journey, where each interaction brings us closer to a world powered by Chirp’s visionary solutions.
Although the CHIRP testnet tokens are not interchangeable with mainnet CHIRP tokens, we will conduct an airdrop for the testnet participants after the CHIRP mainnet launch, so prepare your SUI wallets and be on the lookout for those NFT campaigns that allow anyone to participate.
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