Join Bifrost-Polkadot Collator Testnet Launch and Share 8,000 BNC!
The main goal of the Bifrost 2.0 upgrade is to migrate Bifrost’s primary operations from the Bifrost-Kusama chain to the Bifrost-Polkadot chain. To enable decentralized operations and block collection on the Bifrost-Polkadot chain, we will launch the Collator module there and guide the Collators on the Bifrost-Kusama chain to migrate accordingly.
After the migration, we will launch the official cross-chain bridge, enabling users to transfer BNC and vBNC between the Bifrost-Kusama and Bifrost-Polkadot chains. We also plan to conduct a public testing event to ensure a seamless transition.
Bifrost-Polkadot Collator Race
We will first launch the Collator module on the Bifrost-Polkadot testnet, allowing Collators to receive test tokens and run the Collator program. The public test event will be conducted in two phases, and participating Collators can share in 8,000 BNC rewards.
- Phase 1: July 30— August 6, with 16 Collator slots, sharing a total of 2,800 BNC rewards (175 BNC per participant on average).
- Phase 2: August 6— August 13, with 32 Collator slots, sharing a total of 5,200 BNC rewards (162.5 BNC per participant on average).
Note: First Snapshot will be happen on August 6 at 12pm UTC.
How to Participate?
To become a Testnet Collator, you need to deposit at least 5,000 $BNC (test tokens), which you can obtain from our faucet.
1.Receive Testnet BNC:
- Join the Bifrost faucet Telegram group!
- Enter the command !drip <BNC address> in the Bifrost faucet Telegram group to receive test $BNC tokens.
💡 Note: Each Telegram account can receive 5010 BNC (testnet) every 12 hours.
Hardware Requirements
- Operating System: >Ubuntu 22.04
- CPU: 4 cores (3.2GHz or above)
- Memory: 8GB
- Storage: 200GB SSD
- Bandwidth: 10 Mbps or higher
Tip: A CPU frequency below 3.2GHz may affect the normal block production of the Collator. It is recommended to use an SSD that supports the NVMe protocol.
Once your Collator is successfully registered, you will enter the waiting queue. Your promotion to an active Collator will then be determined based on your BNC (testnet) delegation ranking.
For more details, please read the documents:
How to Activate a Collator
To improve your delegation ranking and become an active Collator, you may self-delegate or gain support from others. Your supporters will need to obtain BNC (testnet) from the faucet.
Supporters can use the Bifrost App to complete the delegation process. Ensure you switch to the Polkadot testnet before delegating.
Join Our Discord
We encourage everyone to join our Bifrost Discord Collator channel to discuss related topics, share feedback, and address any issues that may arise during the testing process.
FAQ
Q: Will delegators receive BNC rewards during this event? No, only Collators will receive rewards.
Q: Where can I receive BNC (testnet)? Join the Bifrost faucet Telegram group and enter !drip <BNC address>.
Q: How can I check my Collator ranking? Check your ranking in the Bifrost App. Alternatively, use Polkadot.js, go to chainstate, and query CandidateInfo under ParachainStaking.
Q: As a Collator, how can I improve my delegation ranking? A: Besides self-delegation, you can seek support from the community.
Jump in to score a reward and drive the growth and evolution of the Bifrost ecosystem!
