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'''Ravencoin''' was launched on January 3, 2018, as a free, open source platform forked from the Bitcoin codebase. Since that time, Ravencoin has operated as a fully functional network based on the Bitcoin UTXO model. All coins have been fairly mined by a decentralized network of miners using the ASIC-resistant X16r algorithm.
The Ravencoin community is now able to run the current core Ravencoin client in '''testnet mode''', in order to generate addresses that will be able to receive '''testnet RVN'''.
On July 30, new asset layer features will be added to the core wallet client for use on Ravencoin’s test network. These features are expected to include additional capabilities that will facilitate the native creation, issuance and transfer of asset tokens. A revised version of the core client software will be made available for download on [https://github.com/RavenProject/Ravencoin/releases GitHub]. This will allow for rigorous community testing of the native asset layer functionality — including the creation and issuance of testnet assets — in contemplation of the anticipated launch of this functionality on the mainnet in October.
Don't worry, this will not interfere with your regular Raven wallet, just make sure both wallets are not running at the same time. For those who are technically inclined, running in testnet mode does not overwrite any of the blockchain data or wallet files of Ravencoin’s main network. Instead, it will create a subfolder named testnet3 inside your data folder where all testnet related data and wallets reside. '''If you would prefer to err on the side of caution, consider running your testnet wallet on a different computer.'''
*A fully functional block explorer for testnet Ravencoin is available at https://testnet.ravencoin.network/.
*A faucet which will issue you 5000 free '''testnet Ravencoin ''' per click, is also available at https://testnet.ravencoin.network/
After this testing period, it is anticipated that the community will consider adoption of the new asset-aware code. Activation will occur through the '''BIP9 ''' consensus mechanism. More information on the activation process can be found [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RxRokp_P9Iu7eqKdfR7wj2D7bqMwqnd_l3R1yjq633k/ here]
