> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://azen.gitbook.io/whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://azen.gitbook.io/whitepaper/zenhive-testnet-mining/introduction.md).

# Introduction

ZenHive Testnet is a decentralized mining ecosystem that allows users to earn $AZENV rewards by staking $AZENX whilst sharing computing power through their ZenHive devices. ZenHive Testnet is designed to validate the $AZEN mining mechanism, reward distribution, and Proof of Contribution (PoC) model. It aims to build a viable network before the Token Generation Event (TGE) and provide a foundation for Real World Service (RWS)applications.