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Tech Update
![Testnet Tech Update — Enhanced Speed, Sleeker Design, Various QoL Upgrades](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63327fe96598946091cb28ef/6335d4858eaf371c19cfc473_Tech%20updates.png)
We’re excited to share the latest updates to the Horizon Protocol Testnet, featuring enhancements that focus on improving speed, refining the user interface, and introducing new functionalities.
![LIVE: Horizon Futures Now Live on Testnet!](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63327fe96598946091cb28ef/65664c6cb532f0feacc4d42f_latestitem.webp)
We are excited to announce that Horizon Futures is now available for public testing on BNB Chain Testnet!
![Horizon Futures: Price Impact Function and Dynamic Funding Rates](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63327fe96598946091cb28ef/6564e6f7d1f27ce9f807b224_latestitem.webp)
In the following article, we explain the importance of maintaining delta neutrality in perpetual futures and provide details and examples of the two mechanisms implemented to maintain delta neutrality.
![Horizon Futures: Dual Oracles and Fees](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63327fe96598946091cb28ef/655d35006fe70ecd4428d627_latestitem.webp)
In this article, we will go over how oracles will facilitate the data feeds for Horizon Futures and the fees required for using Futures.
![LIVE: Testnet Horizon Protocol V2](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63327fe96598946091cb28ef/6526f130f81d50f633905a66_latestitem.png)
We are thrilled to announce our smart contract V2 is now live on Testnet! This update brings in some significant structural changes, including the integration of Debt Shares, the introduction of Dynamic Exchange Fees, a new Liquidation Mechanism, and a fresh Weekly zUSD Fee Distribution system. These changes represent a major milestone in Horizon Protocol’s evolution and have established a strong foundation for the forthcoming launch of the Perpetual Futures Exchange, ensuring enhanced security, stability, and functionality.
![Tech Update: Upcoming Testnet V2](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63327fe96598946091cb28ef/64778a538263cb966c5b8ce9_latestitem.png)
We’re excited to share an update alongside our upcoming Testnet V2 smart contract releases. This update focuses on improving the Weekly zUSD fee distribution. The goal is to make this change beneficial for our community of stakers and promote a fairer fee distribution system.