GHOST Q1 2025 Token Swap Deadline Approaching

GhostChain's testnet faucet has reached **15,571 claims**, showing steady growth from 7,450 claims in November. The faucet now supports **8 different testnets**: - Ethereum - Ethereum Classic - BNB Chain - TON Blockchain - Tron - Solana - Polygon - GhostChain Developers can access free testnet funds to build and test applications across multiple blockchain networks. [Get testnet funds](https://faucet.ghostchain.io)

**GHOST Project launches exclusive governance program** The GHOST blockchain project has activated its "Whales Wednesdays" initiative for Q4 2025, offering select community members direct input on the project's future direction. **Key details:** - Participation limited to verified GHOST Whales only - Weekly sessions provide governance voting rights - Community members can influence project roadmap decisions This represents a shift toward decentralized governance, where major stakeholders gain formal decision-making power over protocol development and strategic direction. [Apply to become a GHOST Whale](https://ghostchain.io/whales-apply)

**GHOST Eye Guide** now includes backup and restore functionality for CASPER TestNet node operators and validators. - **New feature**: Node key backup and restoration capabilities - **Target users**: CASPER TestNet validators and node operators - **Purpose**: Protect node setups from potential data loss The update ensures operators can safeguard their validator keys and quickly recover their nodes if issues arise. [Learn more about backup procedures](https://blog.ghostchain.io/ghost-eye-startup-guide/#BackupRestore)

**Ghost Q4 2025 Token Swap Update** Users have **30 days remaining** to claim their $GMV tokens before the December 31 deadline. **Key Details:** - GMV points earned through ghostAirdropBot must be claimed by **Dec 31, 2025** - Tokens will be issued as on-chain $GMV on **Polygon network** - Minimum 50 GMV points required to qualify for swap **Action Required:** Claim your tokens at [ghostchain.io/q4-2025-swap](http://ghostchain.io/q4-2025-swap) *Don't miss the deadline - unclaimed points will be forfeited after Dec 31.*

**CASPER TestNet 5.0** is now live, bringing significant improvements to the EVM ecosystem. **Key Upgrades:** - More stable RPC endpoint mechanism - Enhanced bridge functionality between EVM chains and CASPER - Improved overall network stability This release builds on the foundation of TestNet 4.0, which introduced the first permissionless bridge between EVMs and native chains. The upgrade focuses on **reliability and performance**, addressing previous connectivity issues that affected cross-chain operations. Developers and users can now expect more consistent bridge-in functionality when moving assets between different blockchain networks. [Learn more about the launch](https://blog.ghostchain.io/launching-casper-testnet-5/)