[BIP Draft] Testnet 5

Posted by Pol Espinasa

Jun 2, 2026/11:24 UTC

A new draft for Testnet5 has been proposed in response to the difficulties faced with Testnet4. This initiative not only aims to address usability issues but also serves as a testing ground for BIP54, effectively addressing two major concerns simultaneously. Interested parties are encouraged to review and provide feedback on this proposal by accessing the draft PR available at this GitHub link. Feedback can be directly added as inline comments on the GitHub page or discussed further on the Bitcoin Development Mailing List where this topic is currently active. This development is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the functionality and user experience within the Bitcoin development community.

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