test of staking will be open for anyone
test for set up and operate a validator candidate in that still closed alpha testnet
is only available for people who are at our slack available to update their node software at least 24h after announcement
and be familar with run a node on a linux vps (u need static ip address) and we prefer people long term known in community.

u can apply via send me a PM why u would be a good alpha tester and be aware its NDA so not share closed testnet experience before we go open testnet