Q1 2026 Token Launch to 2028 Network Maturity
Q1 2026: Token Generation Event
Marks token generation event and community foundation - no software yet.
TGE first, build community second, recruit contributors third. Documentation, Discord, infrastructure, early adopter onboarding.
This quarter establishes culture and attracts aligned participants before code deployment begins.
Q2 2026 - Q2 2027: Development
Focuses on development with 2-4 core engineers building:
- Smart contracts
- NeoEngine OS
- Marketplace infrastructure
Security audits ($150K-$250K) and bug bounties through Immunefi happen before any mainnet deployment.
Timeline remains flexible based on technical complexity and team capacity.
Q3-Q4 2027: Testnet
Launches testnet targeting 1,000+ beta participants stress-testing:
- Marketplace mechanics
- Escrow flows
- Container deployment
- NeoLock security
- Guild coordination
12-16 weeks of iteration based on user feedback and stress testing results.
Q1-Q2 2028: Mainnet
Progressive mainnet rollout with conservative initial launch targeting 3,000-5,000 active providers proving economic model functionality.
Network scales organically through community growth and word-of-mouth adoption.
2028-2030: Maturity
Scales toward sustainability while transitioning governance to full DAO structure.
Timeline remains flexible - crypto moves fast, conditions change, technical challenges emerge. Transparency maintained when plans shift.