Testnet is Here: Be the First to Mint tgBTC

The long-awaited TON Teleport BTC testnet is now ready! Announced by Roman Krutovoy, Infrastructure Lead at TON Foundation and Roman Nguyen, CTO of RSquad Blockchain Lab at Gateway 2024, the launch of the testnet marks a step forward in bringing native Bitcoin to the TON ecosystem.

We're now excited to invite the community to join the testnet, offering early access to mint tgBTC and exploring its potential within TON's DeFi ecosystem.

Understanding TON Teleport BTC

TON Teleport BTC is a decentralized bridge allowing for the seamless introduction of BTC to TON. This bridge enables BTC holders to leverage their assets within TON’s DeFi ecosystem, unlocking new possibilities like yield farming and using Bitcoin as collateral. For BTC enthusiasts, it’s an opportunity to transform dormant assets into opportunities for growth.

Join the Testnet: Be the First to Mint tgBTC

We're opening the testnet to a limited number of participants. Users who complete the testnet will receive priority participation in the mainnet, allowing them to start earning incentives early or receive additional rewards.

Starting today, the community can get your testnet access through various activities:

• Meme Competition
• Social Campaigns
• Open League Degen SBT Holders
• TON DeFi Projects’ Community Campaigns
• And More!

To keep updated with testnet access activities and announcements, join our community: https://t.me/tgbtc_news

During the testnet, we'll release new versions and bug fixes every two weeks and run special contests for developers. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation and contribute to the evolution of TON's DeFi ecosystem.

Looking Ahead

TON Teleport BTC marks the beginning of BTC’s journey within the TON ecosystem. It offers BTC holders a decentralized, trustless path to engage with TON’s DeFi projects, trading platforms, and yield-generating protocols. We're just scratching the surface of what's possible. Keep an eye on our updates to see how TON continues to build the gateway between chains, creating new utility and value for digital gold on TON.

Learn More

For more background information on TON Teleport BTC, read our introduction here: Introducing TON Teleport: Bringing Bitcoin to TON