3 FREE & EASY Crypto Testnet Airdrops to Start Farming RIGHT NOW! | Aztec Network, Miden, Camp
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In this video, here are 3 high value FREE crypto testnet airdrops: Aztec Network, Miden, and Camp Network. Learn step-by-step instructions, hear why these projects are promising, and participate in a ...
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Okay, so you're looking to get into some potentially lucrative crypto airdrops without spending any actual cash, right? This is all about farming three free testnet airdrops: Aztec Network, Miden, and Camp Network. We'll go through what they are, why they're interesting (especially according to Martin, the presenter), and exactly how to get involved step-by-step. The goal is to position yourself for free tokens if and when these projects launch them!
Here's the lowdown on each:
Aztec Network
Aztec Network is building what it calls the first privacy network on Ethereum, using something called NoirLang. It's essentially a private ZK (Zero-Knowledge) rollup built on Ethereum, which means it aims to bring both privacy and better scalability to decentralized applications (dApps). Think secure and private transactions on the Ethereum network.
- Funding & Backers:
- They've raked in a hefty $119 million in funding.
- Big names like A16Z (Andreessen Horowitz), Hashkey Capital, and even Coinbase Ventures are backing them. Vitalik Buterin (co-founder of Ethereum) has also been associated with or shown interest in the project.
- Why it's interesting (Martin's take):
- This project isn't brand new, but it's recently been getting a lot of buzz on "X" (formerly Twitter), especially with talk about an upcoming token.
- The $119 million in funding is seriously impressive and signals strong backing, making it definitely worth paying attention to.
- How to Farm the Airdrop (Step-by-Step):
- Create an Aztec Account: Head over to
play.aztec.network/alpha-testnet/
and set up an account.- Heads up: The testnet can get congested, so transactions might take a while or even fail. Just be patient if you run into this.
- Get an Obsidian Wallet: Create a new wallet specifically for Aztec at
app.obsidion.xyz
. - Connect Wallets: Go to
bridge.human.tech
to link your regular EVM wallet (like MetaMask) with the Obsidian wallet you just created. - Get Sepolia Testnet ETH: You'll need some Sepolia testnet ETH. You can get this from a faucet like
alchemy.com/faucets/ethereum-sepolia
.- Important Note: This faucet usually requires your wallet to have a minimum of 0.001 ETH on the Ethereum mainnet to prevent bots.
- Bridge Tokens: Once you have testnet ETH, go back to
bridge.human.tech
and bridge some of those tokens from the Sepolia network over to the Aztec network. - Explore the Ecosystem & Interact: Visit
aztec.network/ecosystem
to see the dApps building on Aztec.- Example Interaction: Go to Raven House (
app.ravenhouse.xyz
).- Connect your wallet.
- Click "Create Collection."
- Fill in the details (e.g., collection name "Alpha Drop," symbol "Alpha"), upload an image, and deploy your own NFT collection on the Aztec testnet.
- Example Interaction: Go to Raven House (
- Optional - Run a Node: For those more technically inclined, you can run an Aztec node.
- Martin personally isn't doing this but mentions it could potentially improve your airdrop chances. You can find guides on their official documentation.
- Create an Aztec Account: Head over to
- Key Terms Explained:
- ZK Rollup (Zero-Knowledge Rollup): A Layer 2 scaling solution. It bundles many transactions together off the main Ethereum chain and then uses fancy math (zero-knowledge proofs) to prove to the main chain that these transactions are valid, all without revealing the transaction details themselves. This helps with speed, cost, and privacy.
- NoirLang: A programming language specifically designed for creating zero-knowledge proofs, which are central to how Aztec provides privacy.
- Testnet: A copy of a blockchain used for testing. Transactions use "fake" money, so it's risk-free.
- Faucet: A website that gives out free testnet tokens.
- dApp: A decentralized application that runs on a blockchain.
Miden
Miden is another project focused on bringing privacy and scalability to Ethereum. It's a ZK rollup Layer 2 blockchain specifically designed for private and scalable smart contracts.
- Funding & Backers:
- They've secured $25 million in funding.
- Investors include A16Z, HackVC, Sandeep Nailwal (co-founder of Polygon), and P2P Ventures.
- Why it's interesting (Martin's take):
- It's a Layer 2 project that hasn't been overly hyped or "shilled" yet, which can be a good sign.
- The funding amount is decent, and Martin and his team have been monitoring this project for a while.
- How to Farm the Airdrop (Step-by-Step):
- Install Miden Wallet: Add the Miden wallet extension to your Chrome browser (link usually found on their site or through a trusted source).
- Use the Faucet: Go to the Miden faucet (
faucet.testnet.miden.io
). Enter your Miden wallet address to receive testnet tokens. - Create Activity: Send some of the received testnet tokens to random addresses. This helps simulate real usage.
- Explore the Ecosystem: Visit the official Miden website (
miden.xyz
), navigate to their "ecosystem" section, and check out the projects building there. Interact with them if possible.
- Key Terms Explained:
- Layer 2 (L2): A protocol built on top of a main blockchain (Layer 1, like Ethereum) to make it faster and cheaper.
- Smart Contracts: Programs stored on a blockchain that automatically execute when certain conditions are met.
(Around this point in the video, there's a quick mention of a giveaway for viewers who like the video, comment "Alpha Army," and sign up on airdroplet.com with their email.)
Camp Network
Camp Network is described as a Layer 2 (though sometimes referred to as an L1) that aims to let users monetize their digital identity using off-chain engagement data. Essentially, it wants to aggregate and reward your social activity from various platforms.
- Funding & Backers:
- They've raised $29 million and have a valuation of $400 million.
- Backed by notable firms like Blockchain Capital and OKX Ventures.
- Why it's interesting (Martin's take):
- While not explicitly detailed in terms of personal opinion beyond its inclusion, its unique focus on monetizing social data and strong backing make it noteworthy.
- How to Farm the Airdrop (Step-by-Step):
- Add Network & Get Testnet Tokens:
- Add the Camp Network to your EVM wallet (like MetaMask).
- Request testnet tokens from their faucet:
faucet.campnetwork.xyz
by entering your wallet address.
- Bridge Funds: Use their bridge (
camp-testnet-v2-4e2d4872757efbdd.testnets.rollbridge.app
) to transfer funds from the Sepolia network (you'll likely need Sepolia ETH for this, obtained from a faucet as mentioned with Aztec). - Deploy a Contract: Head over to a service like Onchain GM (
onchaingm.com
) to easily deploy a simple smart contract. Martin selected "Base" as the network for this step in the example, but you'd be doing this on Camp's testnet. - Explore the Ecosystem: Check out projects in the Camp Ecosystem.
- Visit
loyalty.campnetwork.xyz/home
andecosystem.campnetwork.xyz
. - Play around with the dApps listed there.
- Visit
- Add Network & Get Testnet Tokens:
- Key Terms Explained:
- Off-chain engagement data: Your activities on platforms that aren't directly on a blockchain, like social media posts, likes, etc. Camp Network aims to bring value to this data.
General Takeaways:
- These are all testnet airdrops, meaning you're using test tokens with no real-world value. The goal is to interact with the network early, hoping to be rewarded with real tokens if the project launches an airdrop to early users.
- Airdrop farming can be time-consuming, and there's no guarantee of reward, but since these are free (no investment beyond time), they can be worth exploring.
- Following the steps of bridging, using dApps, and deploying simple contracts are common ways to increase your interaction footprint on these testnets.
Transcript
Welcome to Alpha Drop, my name is Martin. Today we're going to be talking about three airdrops everyone should be farming right now. These airdrops are all going to be free and I'm going to be taking you into a step-by-step guide on how you can farm them. I'll also let you guys know why I'm farming these projects and why I like them. And somewhere along the video, we're going to be doing a Solana giveaway, some free money to you guys. So make sure you stay tuned to the end, alright? So I'm in a...