[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  0xucle [@endrik357890](/creator/twitter/endrik357890) on x XXX followers Created: 2025-07-22 07:55:01 UTC 🔹🎯 Purpose of the Second Testnet Portal launched its second testnet to simulate the complexity of running a trust-minimized DEX at scale across multiple chains including Bitcoin and the Lightning Network. The goal: to test the system under real-world conditions managed by validators in a multichain infrastructure. 🔹 Challenges Encountered •This test is more complex than the first. •It involves the integration of: •Multiple chains (L1 & L2), •Validation by multiple parties (validators), •A secure, non custodial protocol, •Liquidity coordination across chains and payment channels. 🔹 Why the Testnet Model Had to Change •A multichain DEX infrastructure requires realistic testing not just basic feature checks. •The initial model was not representative enough; it lacked real-world challenges like multichain coordination, network conditions, and non-custodial mechanisms. 🔹 What’s Different in the New Testnet? 1.A more complex network structure: more validators, BitScaler channels, multichain routing. 2.Multichain DEX scenarios are tested: cross chain swaps, liquidity management, channel security. 3.Realistic operations are simulated: continuous uptime, network pressure, and edge case testing. 🔹 Impacts & Benefits •Realistic simulation reveals bugs or operational bottlenecks early. •When the mainnet launches, the system will be: •Ready for real world scenarios, •Secure and non custodial, •Able to handle large scale and complex transactions. 🔹 Lessons for the Community •Realistic testnets are essential: not just sequential features, but full scenario validation. •Focus on interoperability: systems must work seamlessly across chains without third parties. •Full scale validation: many validators, varied channels, and challenging network conditions. 🎓 Conclusion Portal is upgrading its testnet to mirror real-world conditions while preparing the system for mainnet. This is a crucial step to ensure that the DEX and BitScaler infrastructure are secure, non custodial, and truly scalable for broad adoption. @PortaltoBitcoin  XXX engagements  **Related Topics** [realworld](/topic/realworld) [bitcoin](/topic/bitcoin) [coins layer 1](/topic/coins-layer-1) [coins bitcoin ecosystem](/topic/coins-bitcoin-ecosystem) [coins pow](/topic/coins-pow) [Post Link](https://x.com/endrik357890/status/1947566035638550981)
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0xucle @endrik357890 on x XXX followers
Created: 2025-07-22 07:55:01 UTC
🔹🎯 Purpose of the Second Testnet
Portal launched its second testnet to simulate the complexity of running a trust-minimized DEX at scale across multiple chains including Bitcoin and the Lightning Network. The goal: to test the system under real-world conditions managed by validators in a multichain infrastructure.
🔹 Challenges Encountered •This test is more complex than the first. •It involves the integration of: •Multiple chains (L1 & L2), •Validation by multiple parties (validators), •A secure, non custodial protocol, •Liquidity coordination across chains and payment channels.
🔹 Why the Testnet Model Had to Change •A multichain DEX infrastructure requires realistic testing not just basic feature checks. •The initial model was not representative enough; it lacked real-world challenges like multichain coordination, network conditions, and non-custodial mechanisms.
🔹 What’s Different in the New Testnet? 1.A more complex network structure: more validators, BitScaler channels, multichain routing. 2.Multichain DEX scenarios are tested: cross chain swaps, liquidity management, channel security. 3.Realistic operations are simulated: continuous uptime, network pressure, and edge case testing.
🔹 Impacts & Benefits •Realistic simulation reveals bugs or operational bottlenecks early. •When the mainnet launches, the system will be: •Ready for real world scenarios, •Secure and non custodial, •Able to handle large scale and complex transactions.
🔹 Lessons for the Community •Realistic testnets are essential: not just sequential features, but full scenario validation. •Focus on interoperability: systems must work seamlessly across chains without third parties. •Full scale validation: many validators, varied channels, and challenging network conditions.
🎓 Conclusion
Portal is upgrading its testnet to mirror real-world conditions while preparing the system for mainnet. This is a crucial step to ensure that the DEX and BitScaler infrastructure are secure, non custodial, and truly scalable for broad adoption.
@PortaltoBitcoin
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