Wasn't this coin dropped years ago, I think I read something on the news? Still active then?
Yes, it's still active. A new team has taken over and has been working on adoption and advancement in Iceland. You can view the proper thread here:
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1467050.0This international use thread is an attempt to subvert the real goals of AUR, and to line adamastor's pockets. He is not a member of the dev team or foundation, and he does not speak for AUR in any official capacity. Anything he says should be taken with a grain of salt.
-Fuse
AUR is not controlled by anyone, you can't tell people what to do. It's a decentralized currency that has no borders. Anyone can buy AUR off Bittrex and send it anywhere in the world. You must think out the box and get more international interest to boost the coins status.
The icelandic nation is a top 10 happiest nation in the world. change won't come easy like it would in Africa where people are desperate for change and begging for upliftment.