If there is one core takeaway from this AMA, it is this: Tari aims to build on default privacy and Proof-of-Work security, extend functionality through a faster and more programmable Layer 2, and ultimately position itself as a payment rail between AI agents.

From Goldshell’s perspective, mining hardware is not simply about selling machines. It is about keeping value inside the ecosystem, allowing PoW security and community growth to reinforce each other over the long term.

What Is Tari, and Why “Default Privacy” Matters

Naveen opened with a clear definition: Tari is a default-confidential Layer 1 blockchain. Its base layer is built on a Rust implementation of Mimblewimble, meaning privacy is treated as a native property of the protocol rather than an optional feature added later.

Privacy, however, is not Tari’s only focus. The project also emphasizes PoW security and adopts an uncommon design choice: multiple PoW lanes operating in parallel.

Rather than relying on a single mining algorithm, Tari allows different types of miners to participate through different lanes. These include ASIC-friendly lanes such as SHA3, GPU-friendly Cuckaroo 29, and CPU-oriented RandomX, with both merged mining and solo mining mentioned during the AMA. The intent behind this design is to distribute network security more broadly and reduce dependence on any single class of miners.

Why Layer 2? PoW Is Strong, but It Should Not Be Forced to Do Everything

Riccardo approached the Layer 2 discussion from a distinctly engineering-driven perspective. He acknowledged that Proof of Work remains the most reliable security model available today, but argued that PoW’s real challenges lie not in security itself, but in scalability, finality, and programmability.

He pushed back against the idea that all functionality should be forced onto Layer 1. In privacy-oriented systems in particular, permanently storing large volumes of data on-chain makes it difficult to support what he described as “temporal transactions”—transactions that exist briefly and do not require long-term on-chain persistence, conceptually similar to payment channels.

Tari’s solution is to use PoW Layer 1 as the ultimate security anchor, while offloading complex application logic to a faster Layer 2. This Layer 2 is called Ootle (Layer 2 spelled backwards). Ootle is designed to combine faster confirmations through BFT-style consensus (similar to HotStuff) with scalability, while preserving PoW as the system’s final arbiter.

A key point Riccardo emphasized is that if disputes arise on Layer 2, they can always be resolved back on Layer 1 by miners. In this model, PoW is not merely a mechanism for issuing new tokens; it becomes the final arbiter for the entire network.

Why Tari Does Not Want to Be “Another DeFi or Casino Chain”

Naveen offered a direct assessment of the current crypto landscape. Many blockchains today, he argued, ultimately converge on the same speculative use cases—DEXs, launchpads, NFTs, and prediction markets. While these products may appear different on the surface, they increasingly resemble variations of the same casino-style ecosystem.

Rather than replicating that model, Tari is intentionally focusing on two areas that function more like long-term infrastructure than short-term speculation.

The first is stablecoins. Tari plans to support stablecoins on its Layer 2, with an emphasis on default privacy. From the team’s perspective, stablecoins represent one of the clearest real-world use cases in crypto, with demand that extends well beyond trading.

The second—and central—theme of the AMA is Agentic Payments, or payments between AI agents. The Tari team believes that the number of AI agents will grow rapidly, with agents acting on behalf of individuals and organizations to perform tasks, purchase services, and exchange data. These agents will require payment rails that are digital-native, permissionless, programmable, and efficient across borders—properties that crypto systems are uniquely positioned to provide.

An important nuance raised during the discussion is that AI agents themselves require privacy. If transaction details, pricing, and behavioral patterns are fully transparent, agent coordination and competitive dynamics break down. In this context, default privacy is not only about protecting human users, but about enabling a functional AI-driven economy.

Blink: Proving Demand Instead of Waiting for the Ecosystem

To avoid the familiar “build a chain and wait for developers” narrative, the Tari team has chosen a more proactive approach: building a concrete product themselves.

That product is Blink, a browser-based AI agent designed to perform complex tasks on the web. According to the team, Blink significantly outperforms existing browser-based agents, with public benchmarks planned to support these claims. Tari also plans to release an SDK that allows developers integrate Tari wallets and payment capabilities into AI agents—taking them from ‘functional’ to ‘transaction-ready’.

In simple terms, Blink is Tari’s way of turning the AI payments narrative into something tangible. It is meant to demonstrate demand rather than merely promise it.

Why Goldshell Is Building XT Card and XT Box Around Tari

Roger’s contribution focused on the industrial realities of Proof-of-Work networks. He explained why ASIC mining plays a critical role in the long-term health of a PoW ecosystem.

In systems dominated by CPU or GPU mining, a significant portion of value eventually flows upstream to hardware manufacturers such as Intel and NVIDIA. Over time, this leads to capital leakage out of the blockchain ecosystem. By contrast, efficient ASIC mining allows networks to better control their security profile and retain more value within the ecosystem itself.

Goldshell emphasized that it does not view the XT Card and XT Box as short-term products. Instead, the company positions itself as a long-term participant in the Tari ecosystem, supporting not only network security through hardware, but also broader ecosystem development through collaboration and sustained commitment. This long-term orientation, rather than short-term hype, is the primary reason Goldshell chose to work with Tari.

On Airdrop Controversies: Rewarding Long-Term Attention

During the AMA, community members raised concerns about airdrop fairness. Tari’s response was firm but internally consistent: airdrops are fundamentally mechanisms for rewarding attention and long-term participation, not transient engagement.

The airdrop was structured in stages with explicit time windows, and unclaimed allocations are intended to be recycled into future community programs. The goal of this design is to reduce short-term selling pressure and better align incentives with participants who are willing to remain engaged over time.

While this approach may be controversial, the team framed it as a deliberate effort to prioritize long-term alignment over short-term satisfaction.

On Development Timelines: Why Financial Infrastructure Should Not Be Rushed

Another pointed question concerned development delays. Naveen and Riccardo emphasized that Tari is financial infrastructure, and that security must take precedence over speed. Rushing protocol releases, they argued, risks exposing users to irreversible losses.

They encouraged the community to evaluate progress through GitHub activity rather than marketing timelines, and explained why they avoid rigid roadmaps. In protocol development, tasks that appear straightforward often reveal significant complexity once security assumptions, edge cases, and adversarial scenarios are fully examined.

Closing Thoughts: This Is Not About Short-Term Returns

If the AMA conveys one underlying message, it is this:

Tari aims to become a privacy-preserving payment foundation for the AI era, while Goldshell focuses on building the hardware and ecosystem required to make PoW security sustainable over the long term.

This partnership is neither a case of a blockchain searching for miners to sell hardware, nor hardware chasing attention from the latest blockchain trend. Instead, it reflects a shared attempt to apply each party’s strengths toward a longer-term, more verifiable growth path.

November 27, 2025 – Intchains Group Limited (“Intchains Group” or “ICG”), an internationally acclaimed blockchain technology and digital asset services enterprise listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Ticker Symbol: ICG), announced that the Staking business of its core brand Goldshell has completed full-process preparation and deployment, and officially launched commercial operations on a comprehensive scale. Starting today, global users can access professional and efficient blockchain staking services through Goldshell’s dedicated Staking platform. This milestone marks a strategic breakthrough for Goldshell in the blockchain infrastructure field and ignites a new growth engine for ICG’s Web3 business.

Strategic Acquisition Lays a Solid Foundation, Mature Platform Accelerates Business Launch

The rapid launch and large-scale operation of Goldshell’s Staking business benefit from a key strategic move recently completed by ICG – the successful acquisition of the Proof-of-Stake (PoS) technology platform operated by DxPool for USD 1.3 million. As a mature infrastructure verified by the market over the long term, this platform boasts a complete technical architecture, standardized operation system, and stable global customer base, providing Goldshell with “plug-and-play” core capabilities to quickly enter the Staking field. After the acquisition, the PoS platform has achieved in-depth integration with Goldshell’s business, becoming an independently operated core business segment to serve the global market with a new brand image.

Full-Link Service System Ensures Coverage of Four Major Mainstream Blockchain Networks

At the initial launch stage, Goldshell’s Staking business has achieved full coverage of staking services for four major mainstream blockchain networks, including Ethereum (ETH), Avalanche (AVAX), Manta (MANTA), and Conflux (CFX), meeting the diverse asset allocation needs of global users. Leveraging the core technical assets accumulated by the acquired platform, Goldshell has built a full-link service system covering user-friendly front-end interaction, stable back-end support, and standardized API interfaces. It is equipped with a 24/7 node operation monitoring, accurate revenue calculation, and real-time risk early warning framework. Meanwhile, supported by a highly available cloud environment and distributed database structure, it comprehensively safeguards the security of users’ staked assets and the stability of returns from a technical perspective. Both individual investors and institutional clients can complete convenient operations through the platform and enjoy one-stop staking services with low costs and high reliability.

Improving the “Mining Machine – Asset – Service” Closed-Loop, Enhancing Comprehensive Web3 Competitiveness

As an important extension of ICG’s blockchain ecosystem layout, Goldshell’s Staking business forms a high degree of strategic synergy with the Group’s existing businesses. Currently, ICG has built a complete business matrix covering altcoin mining machine R&D and supply, strategic holding of digital assets such as Ethereum, and Web3 innovative application development. The addition of the Staking business precisely fills the key gap in the Group’s blockchain infrastructure service field, officially forming a “Mining Machine – Asset – Service” business closed-loop ecosystem, and significantly enhancing the Group’s comprehensive competitiveness and industry voice in the Web3 field.

Notably, ICG has clearly stated that it will stake most of its Ethereum holdings through the Goldshell Staking platform and FalconX platform. Currently, 1,000 Ethereum (accounting for 11.3% of the Group’s Ethereum inventory) have been staked on the FalconX platform. This initiative not only represents an important practice of the Group’s asset appreciation strategy but also accumulates valuable practical experience for the operation of the Goldshell Staking platform, demonstrating the Group’s firm confidence in the development of the Staking business.

Executive Remarks: Building an Ecosystem with an Open Attitude to Create a World-Class Global Staking Service Brand

A Goldshell representative stated: “The official launch of the Staking business is a major milestone for Goldshell in its in-depth cultivation of the blockchain industry. Relying on a mature technical platform and rich operational experience, we have acquired the core capabilities to provide high-quality staking services to global users. Here, we sincerely welcome individual investors, institutional clients, and ecological partners worldwide to establish in-depth interactions with us. Whether it is business cooperation, technical exchanges, or ecological co-construction, Goldshell is committed to moving forward hand in hand with an open and win-win attitude.”

Mr. Ding Qiang, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ICG, emphasized: “The launch of Goldshell’s Staking business is fully aligned with the Group’s strategic direction of expanding next-generation blockchain infrastructure. This business not only enhances our technical service capabilities, enabling the Group to participate more deeply in the construction and development of decentralized networks but also will create long-term and stable value returns for shareholders through precise capital allocation and rigorous risk management, driving the Group’s sustainable growth.”

Future Outlook: Driven by Dual Engines of Technological Iteration and Scenario Innovation

Looking ahead, Goldshell will take the Staking business as its core focus, continuously increase investment in technological R&D, and gradually expand support for staking services on more mainstream blockchain networks. At the same time, Goldshell will actively explore the integrated innovation of staking business with scenarios such as Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and digital asset management, building a diversified service matrix. Leveraging ICG’s global resource layout and brand influence, Goldshell plans to rapidly expand its Staking business to more international markets, striving to become a high-quality global blockchain staking service brand and contributing to promoting the large-scale application of blockchain infrastructure and the healthy development of the industry.

About Goldshell

Goldshell is the core brand of Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG), focusing on blockchain technology R&D and digital asset services. Its business covers core areas such as mining machine supply and blockchain staking services, and it is committed to providing secure, efficient, and compliant blockchain infrastructure solutions for global users. For more information about Goldshell’s Staking business, please visit the official platform: https://stake.goldshell.com/.

About Intchains Group Limited

Intchains Group Limited is an innovative technology enterprise deeply engaged in the Web3 field, listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Ticker Symbol: ICG). Its main businesses include the supply of altcoin mining machines, strategic acquisition and holding of Ethereum and other Ethereum-based cryptocurrencies, and the R&D of innovative Web3 applications. The Group always takes technological innovation as its core driving force to build a diversified and full-chain blockchain business ecosystem. For more information, please visit: https://intchains.com/.

Investor Relations Contact

For further inquiries, please contact:

Investor Relations Department, Intchains Group Limited

Email: ir@intchains.com

Website: https://intchains.com/investor-relations/

About the Tari Project

The Tari project has gradually evolved from the Monero ecosystem into a new public blockchain protocol. Tari is a dual-layer blockchain with privacy as its core principle, combining the Proof-of-Work (PoW) security of the Minotari base layer with the programmability of digital assets on its second layer.

This architecture aims to systematically address the fundamental trade-offs among scalability, security, and decentralization in traditional blockchains, while providing dedicated infrastructure for creation, trading, and management of next-generation digital assets such as NFTs, in-game items, loyalty points, and ticketing.

Key Features of Tari

Goldshell’s Commitment

Goldshell has long been committed to advancing blockchain technology, providing reliable and stable hardware infrastructure for different public chain systems. We remain optimistic about the field of privacy-preserving computation and have invested in multiple blockchain ecosystems in this area.

The Tari project embodies all of these qualities and shows strong long-term potential. We aim to collaborate closely with the Tari team by strengthening hardware investment, attracting more miners, and driving growth for the project’s ecosystem.

In line with the project’s development pace, Goldshell will primarily focus on small, home-use miners, making mining more accessible to individual users worldwide.

TARI Introduction:

The crypto world is always full of new opportunities, and blockchain projects with privacy features remain a highlight in the industry!

Privacy projects such as Zcash (Market Cap: $1 billion, ranked #94) and Monero (XMR) (Market Cap: $6 billion, ranked #26) are typical examples.

As a new privacy project, Tari features a unique economic model and governance structure.

Project Overview

Tari is a dual-layer blockchain protocol with privacy as its top priority. Its core design combines the Proof-of-Work (PoW) security of the Minotari base layer with the programmability of digital assets on Tari’s second layer.

This architecture aims to systematically resolve the fundamental limitations of traditional blockchains in balancing scalability, security, and decentralization, while providing dedicated infrastructure for the creation, trading, and management of next-generation digital assets such as NFTs, in-game items, loyalty points, and ticketing.

Basic Information

The Tari project was initially conceived as a functional sidechain for Monero. Following in-depth exploration, the team established a more forward-looking vision: an independent dual-layer architecture public blockchain.

Co-founded by Riccardo Spagni (founder of Monero） and Naveen Jain（co-founder of Monero). The project’s core team integrates Monero’s top-tier expertise in cryptography and privacy with outstanding business strategy and execution capabilities, laying a solid foundation for Tari’s technological leadership and ecosystem success.

Tari has completed multiple rounds of institutional financing, securing nearly $14 million from a cousortium of investos including Blockchain Capital, Pantera, CMT Digital, Slow Ventures, DV Chain, and others. The financing journey is as follows:

• 2018: Completed $1.25 million seed round
• 2021: Completed $12.6 million venture round

Unique Network Operation Mechanism and Economic Model

According to the project team, Tari adopts an innovative dual-layer architecture:

• Layer 1 (L1) – MinoTari Network: Powered by the XTM token, mined through four algorithms to ensure top-level security.
• Layer 2 (L2) – Ootle Network: Powered by the XTR token, serving as gas fees for executing smart contracts and digital asset operations.

The core economic cycle is as follows:

• Layer 2 consumes XTR → XTR circulation decreases → the system incentivizes users to burn XTM at a 1:1 ratio to mint new XTR → maintaining systemic balance.

To ensure the long-term stability of the entire ecosystem, Tari has designed a dynamic adjustment mechanism driven by the validator node consensus algorithm:

• Partial burn mechanism: Layer 2 transaction fees (XTR) are not fully burned, with the burn ratio dynamically adjusted by algorithm.
• Core objectives: Sustain the pegged exchange rate between XTM and XTR; ensure dynamic balance in the supply of the two tokens; stabilize the total value of 21 billion tokens.

Token Economics Model

The operational foundation of the token economic model’s network is underpinned by an incentive mechanism, with the majority of tokens mined by miners.

• Total supply: 21 billion
• Distribution plan: 30% pre-mined (covering private placement, team, ecosystem funds, etc.), 70% gradually released through mining.

• Release cycle: The pre-mined tokens will begin unlocking in batches starting from November 2025 (specific unclock schedules are subject to the latest official announcements ).

• Inflation model: The majority of tokens are planned to be released through mining over 12 years, after which the network will transition to moderate inflation of about 1% annually to continuously incentivize network security.

Mining Mechanism

• Total mining allocation: 70% of the 21 billion total supply (14.7 billion) will be produced through mining.
• Core parameters:
  • Block time: ≈2 minutes
  • Initial block reward: theoretical value ≈13,000 tokens (actual initial value: 13,952 tokens)
  • Reward distribution: Innovatively adopts four algorithms (SHA-3, RandomX-Monero, RandomX-Tari, Cuckaroo29), with block rewards evenly split (each algorithm accounts for 1/4). This design significantly improves network security, fairness, and decentralization.
  • Halving mechanism: Block rewards follow a gradual per-block reduction model, halving approximately every 3 years, with the entire mining cycle lasting about 12 years.

Details of the four algorithms:

1.Tari RandomX Merge Mining

• Algorithm: RandomX
• Hardware: CPU
• Algorithm Explanation: RandomX is a mining algorithm optimized specifically for the CPUs of general-purpose computers. It has been adopted by Monero (XMR). Its design philosophy is to resist ASICs (application-specific integrated circuits) and FPGAs (field-programmable gate arrays), enabling ordinary people to effectively participate in mining using household computer CPUs. It achieves this by randomly executing multiple types of computations to simulate general-purpose computing, making ASIC chips designed solely for hash computation unprofitable.
• Target Group: Monero miners using CPUs
• PS: Merge Mining: Allows miners to mine one primary cryptocurrency (in this case, Monero) while, with almost no additional computing power, simultaneously mining another cryptocurrency (in this case, Tari). When miners mine Monero, their computing power is also used to validate transactions and blocks on the Tari network.

2.Tari RandomX Mining

• Algorithm: RandomX
• Hardware: CPU
• Algorithm Explanation: Uses the same algorithm as merge mining, RandomX.
• Target Group: Users with CPUs (desktops, laptops), even if they are not mining Monero.

3.SHA-3x Algorithm

• Algorithm: SHA-3x
• Hardware: ASIC and FPGA
• Algorithm Explanation: SHA-3x is a specific implementation or variant of the standard SHA-3 algorithm. SHA-3 is a set of cryptographic hash function standards certified by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). It is well known for its high security and efficiency.
• Target Group: ASIC/FPGA miners with SHA-3 algorithm capability

4.Cuckaroo29 (C29) Algorithm

• Algorithm: Cuckaroo29 (C29)
• Hardware: GPU
• Explanation: Cuckaroo29 is a specific parameter version based on the “Cuckoo Cycle” algorithm. This algorithm is completely different from other hash computation algorithms. It is primarily a graph theory problem, involving finding specific cycle structures within a very large graph.
• Target Group: Miners with graphics cards (GPUs)

Outlook

Tari, built by the Monero core team, stands as one of the few global blockchain protocols combining top-tier privacy features with high-performance Layer 2 scalability.

Its “privacy-first L1 + scalable L2” architecture offers a much-needed one-stop platform for the development and operation of privacy applications in Web3. Tari not only inherits Monero’s security and privacy DNA but also, through its innovative economic model and dual-layer design, lays a solid technical foundation for unlocking the future of digital assets and Web3 privacy applications, boasting enormous future growth potential.

Official Website: https://www.tari.com/

We’re thrilled to announce GoldshellZone APP is now updated to Version 3.0.0! This release focuses on three key goals: boosting visual aesthetics, refining experience consistency, and solving your most common pain points.

Key Updates We Made

1.Lightweight Coin Market

We’ve streamlined the coin market—only core features remain to cut clutter and avoid distractions.

2.Simpler Miner Settings

Miner setting steps are easier now: pin your selected current settings to the top, so you can adjust quickly without tedious navigation.

3.More Comfortable Night Mode

Optimized for eye comfort during late-hour use.

4.Smoother Payments

Supports Wallet Connect for major soft wallets—pay seamlessly with no complicated steps or repeated logins.

5.Customizable Notifications

Toggle off specific unwanted notifications, so you only get updates that matter.

We’d Love Your Feedback

Your input shapes our updates! Join our Discord APP group, or share thoughts, suggestions, or issues via the in-APP feedback feature. Every comment helps us improve the APP for you.

Thanks for your support!

The Goldshell Team

Despite a period of sluggish performance that challenged miner confidence, ALEO’s recent rebound to the $0.30–$0.40 USDT range has reignited community discussions. Now, with the upcoming implementation of ARC-46, ALEO is about to enter a new phase—one that reshapes participation rules and mining economics.

From Early Growth to Efficiency Optimization

Miners know a simple truth: early entry often captures the most outsized rewards. Since late 2023, following Goldshell’s release of the first AE BOX miner, single-device hashrates have grown from just tens of MH/s to 500–700 MH/s. Meanwhile, ALEO’s total network hashrate surged from ~500 GH/s to over 2,500 GH/s in just six months—a fivefold increase.

But this rapid expansion is leveling off. As major manufacturers have already deployed their flagship models, industry consensus suggests that hashrate growth will slow in the coming months. The focus is shifting from “speed race” to “efficiency race”—where optimizing returns per unit of hashpower is paramount.

For miners, this means two things:

1. Entry costs are higher than before.
2. Rational evaluation of equipment performance and payback timelines is now critical.

ARC-46: Raising the Bar with Staking Requirements

The upcoming ARC-46 protocol upgrade fundamentally changes ALEO’s mining landscape. Effective August 1, 2025 (00:00 UTC), ALEO will transition to a hybrid PoS + PoW model, requiring miners to stake ALEO tokens to validate their hashrate.

Key Changes:

1. Staking-Linked Mining Rewards Miners must stake ALEO to submit valid PoW work and claim rewards.
2. Hashrate Effectiveness = Hashrate × Staking Ratio Example: A miner contributing 1% of network hashrate but staking enough for only 0.1% will see 90% of their power go unused.
3. Progressively Increasing Staking Demands
   • Q1: 100,000 ALEO per valid solution
   • Q2: 250,000 ALEO
   • Q3: 500,000 ALEO
   • … reaching 2.5M ALEO per solution over 24 months.

This marks a structural cost shift: miners will now need to balance hardware investment with ALEO staking liquidity.

(More Details from：https://www.dxpool.com/help/en/announcement/aleo-staking-2）

Investment Modeling: AE MAX II vs. AE BOX II

To illustrate how equipment selection interacts with staking requirements, we modeled returns using two Goldshell flagship models across three ALEO price scenarios (Q1–Q3).

(This is a hypothetical model based on public data. It is not financial advice.)

Investment Yield Formula:

Yeild(%) = (Mined ALEO Value – Electricity Cost)/(Staked ALEO value + Hardware cost)

Assumption: 4,800 ALEO staked per 1 GH/s (Q1 baseline).

Scenario 1: ALEO at $0.295 USDT

• AE MAX II: Stable returns and strong capital efficiency.
• AE BOX II: Lower entry cost, suited for budget-conscious participants.

Scenario 2: ALEO at $0.18 USDT

• Returns extend across both models.
• AE MAX II: Maintains resilience and stays above break-even.

Scenario 3: ALEO at $0.40 USDT

• AE BOX II: Gains competitiveness as price appreciation accelerates returns.
• AE MAX II: Continues to offer top-tier efficiency and scaling flexibility.

What This Means for Miners

Mining ALEO is no longer just about hardware procurement. Under ARC-46:

• Staking costs and locked capital become integral to ROI planning.
• Miners face a “capital structure decision”: how much to allocate to machines vs. staked ALEO.
• Payback timelines will depend on token price trajectories, staking levels, and electricity costs.

This is no longer a simple “hashrate arms race”—it’s about capital efficiency and operational discipline.

Conclusion: Navigating the New Era

ARC-46 introduces both opportunities and challenges. Miners now stand at a decision point:

• Play it safe? Wait and see how the market evolves.
• Double down? Stake aggressively, scale up, and ride the next growth phase.

Goldshell will continue supporting miners with reliable equipment and compliance-oriented guidance, helping the community adapt to ALEO’s evolving ecosystem.

Interested in sharing your insights or contributing deeper analysis? Join our miner community or reach out to us at Marketing@goldshell to explore writing opportunities with Goldshell.

But more than the hardware itself, what truly matters is how well it fits your specific environment. Here’s how an enterprise operating a data center turned idle rack space into a profitable mining setup—enabled by a fully customized deployment plan built around the E-AE1M.

The Client: 75 Empty Server Racks, 1 Clear Goal

This enterprise owned a 200m² data center with 75 standard 42U server racks, originally used for internal storage and computing. As the business moved to cloud-based infrastructure, these racks became idle—wasting valuable real estate and power resources.

The company was looking for new ways to generate returns from their existing infrastructure. After researching blockchain projects, they discovered the profitability potential of ALEO mining and approached us for a tailor-made deployment plan.

Key Challenges

Through an on-site evaluation, our engineering team identified four major challenges:

• Rack Compatibility: All devices needed to fit standard 42U racks to ensure ease of installation and maintenance.
• Power Load Limit: Each rack had a power ceiling of 4.4kW, requiring careful power allocation.
• Network Gaps: Some racks lacked wired connections, making network access an issue.
• Return on Investment: The client needed a mining setup that was both technically feasible and financially worthwhile.

The Solution: Custom Deployment with E-AE1M

We don’t just ship miners—we design complete mining deployment plans based on your real-world setup.

After evaluating the environment, we proposed and implemented the E-AE1M 3U Miner, customized for rack-level deployment in this client’s data center:

• Compact 3U Design: Each unit fits neatly into standard 42U server racks, allowing up to 14 units per rack for maximum density and space efficiency.
• Energy Efficient: At 2000W per unit, two miners can operate per rack while staying within the 4.4kW limit.
• Built-in Wi-Fi: Solves network limitations in racks without Ethernet access.
• Strong Daily Profit: With current market conditions, each unit earns ~$29.5 per day （based on the data on 4/11/2025), meeting ROI expectations. Real Time checking right here:https://www.asicminervalue.com/

Not Just Hardware—A Mining Plan Built Around You

This wasn’t a plug-and-play setup. It was designed around the client’s physical constraints, energy budget, and financial goals.

But more importantly, it’s a deployment that goes beyond home mining. By activating idle data center resources, this project not only delivers strong returns—it also contributes to the growth of the ALEO network and supports its decentralization.

Every new node, especially one running in a professional environment, strengthens the resilience and reach of the network. That’s what makes custom deployments like this a win-win for both enterprise clients and the broader blockchain ecosystem.

We handled everything from the rack layout plan to power balancing, network coverage, and airflow consideration. This is what we mean by a custom mining deployment: we take care of the design, so you get optimized performance.

Implementation Highlights

• Optimized Power Usage: 2 devices per rack ensured compliance with the 4.4kW limit.
• Wi-Fi Mesh: Maintained stable connections where wired networking wasn’t available.
• Minimal Operational Load: Standardized devices made maintenance easy and low-cost.

Results

Infrastructure Monetization: Idle racks became revenue-generating assets.

Simplified Operations: Wireless connectivity and rack-fit design reduced setup and maintenance complexity.

Custom Performance: Tailored deployment maximized output under strict site limitations.

Conclusion

This case proves that idle server rooms are full of untapped potential. With the right hardware—and more importantly, the right plan—your infrastructure can become a consistent source of blockchain mining income.

Ready to Build Your Own Mining Setup?

If you have idle server racks, underused power capacity, or simply want to explore how mining can fit your infrastructure, we can help.

Our team provides fully customized solutions, from hardware to deployment planning.

Get in touch and let’s turn your space into a profit engine. Contact US: sales@goldshell.com

For More hardare solutions:https://www.goldshell.com/compare-miner/?product_name=goldshell-e-ae1m

At Mining Disrupt 2025, Booth #15, we’re proud to unveil something we’ve been quietly building — Goldshell Byte.

In a world where crypto moves fast and opportunities often belong to insiders, Byte is here to give everyone early access. It’s not just hardware — it’s your personal gateway to hidden opportunities, effortless crypto accumulation, and the quiet confidence of owning a piece of the future.

Why We Built Byte

We saw a gap:

• Mining was either too big (industrial-scale) or too complicated (technical setups, high risks).
• Most people only buy coins and hope for price growth — but why not accumulate daily, passively, without stress?
• Altcoin opportunities come fast — but traditional mining setups can’t pivot quickly.

Byte changes that.

It’s a small, silent desktop engine that lets you enter early, adapt easily, and quietly build wealth — one day at a time.

The Big Question: What’s Next?

We’ve launched Byte with two powerful algorithms for: Aleo & LTC/DOGE. But that’s just the start.

What will the next card be?

Guess in our community— and be part of choosing which altcoin we support next.

Because with Byte, it’s not a one-time product — it’s a platform for evolving opportunities.

The Promises of Byte:

1.Early Position, Dream Big

Start from just $2/day — and pivot anytime with swappable Algorithm Cards.

Byte lets you catch the next booming altcoin before it takes off. No massive investments, no complexity — just first-mover advantage at your fingertips.

2.Plug In. Sit Back. Watch It Grow.

No noise. No stress.

Just plug in, and let Byte work in the background.

Small numbers stack quietly… until one day, they’re not small anymore.

3.Your Quiet Wealth Engine

It looks like a sleek tech gadget, but it’s your personal crypto vault.

It sits on your desk, powers up with one cable, and grows your future — silently and steadily.

This is wealth-building without chaos.

4.Dual Mining. Zero Downtime.

Why settle for one when you can have two?

Mine two different altcoins at the same time.

Switch algorithms anytime without shutting down. Wireless & Cloud control makes managing it as simple as checking your email.

Built for Hidden Growth, Designed for Big Wins

The future belongs to those who move first — but not everyone wants to spend hours configuring hardware or taking big risks.

Byte makes it effortless:

• Affordable starting price
• Passive daily crypto accumulation
• Swappable cards for unlimited potential
• No noise, no stress — just silent progress

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Over the years, we’ve seen countless breaches, hacks, and mismanagement of assets in centralized exchanges, where funds were lost, and platform failures resulted in irreversible losses. The reality is that assets stored in these types of wallets are not fully under your control.

The Only Way to Truly Own Your Crypto Assets: Self-Custody

True self-custody is the only way to ensure complete ownership and security of your crypto assets. That’s why we built Goldshell Wallet—a solution that allows you to maintain full control and ownership of your digital wealth.

When we talk about protecting our crypto, it’s essential to understand the types of wallets available and their respective vulnerabilities:

• Custodial Wallets (Exchange Wallets) Custodial wallets are offered by centralized exchanges, where the exchange holds the private keys on behalf of the user. While they offer convenience, they also expose users to risk. In case of a breach or mismanagement by the exchange, your assets are at risk. These wallets do not allow users to maintain full control of their funds.
• Hot Wallets (Software Wallets) Hot wallets store private keys in software that is connected to the internet, making them vulnerable to online attacks. If a hacker gains access to your device or exploits software vulnerabilities, your private keys and assets can be stolen. One of the most common ways crypto users lose funds is through compromised devices, where attackers access private keys stored in hot wallets.
• Hardware Wallets (The True Self-Custody Solution) A hardware wallet is a physical device that stores private keys offline, ensuring they are never exposed to the internet. By operating offline, it significantly reduces the risk of hacking or unauthorized access. Even during transactions, the wallet functions in an offline environment, ensuring your private keys remain safe. If you want true security and control over your crypto, a hardware wallet is the only viable solution.

Common Wallet Attacks: Why Self-Custody Is the Best Choice for Your Assets

Even with hardware wallets, no system is entirely invulnerable. Below are common attack types and how Goldshell Wallet addresses these risks:

• Side-Channel Attacks Side-channel attacks involve analyzing a device’s physical behavior, such as power consumption or electromagnetic radiation, to extract sensitive information like private keys. To combat this, Goldshell Wallet uses secure chips designed to minimize side-channel information leakage. The wallet employs random masking and timing variations, which disrupt any attempt to gather sensitive data from these physical behaviors.
• Power Analysis Attacks In power analysis attacks, hackers monitor power fluctuations during transaction signing to deduce the private key. Goldshell Wallet mitigates this risk through confusion operations and hybrid circuit layouts, making it nearly impossible to recover private keys through power analysis.
• Cold Boot Attacks Cold boot attacks exploit residual data in a device’s RAM immediately after it’s powered off. Goldshell Wallet features security modules that detect abrupt environmental changes (such as a sudden temperature drop), which trigger an immediate reset and data wipe of all sensitive information in RAM, safeguarding your private keys from cold boot attacks.
• Fault Attacks Fault attacks involve forcing a device to malfunction in order to expose sensitive information. These attacks manipulate voltage or clock frequencies to cause errors in the device’s functioning. Goldshell Wallet is equipped with monitoring modules that detect voltage and frequency anomalies. In case of suspicious activity, the wallet will automatically erase all data, ensuring that your private keys remain safe from exposure.

Goldshell Wallet: The Ultimate Self-Custody Solution

Goldshell Wallet is designed to provide users with complete control and true security over their crypto assets. Here’s why it’s the best choice:

Key Security Features of Goldshell Wallet

Physical Private Key Isolation: No More Online Threats

Goldshell Wallet ensures your private keys are kept offline, so you never have to worry about online threats. By being fully offline for transactions and upgrades, Goldshell Wallet makes sure that your private keys and assets are always protected, without the risk of online attacks.

Light-Sensitive Self-Destruct Design: Full Data Protection

In the unfortunate event of someone tampering with your device, Goldshell Wallet is equipped with a light-sensitive self-destruct feature. If the wallet is tampered with, it automatically erases all your data, ensuring that even if the wallet is lost or stolen, your assets remain safe.

Air-Gapped Signing: See It, Sign It

Goldshell Wallet enables air-gapped signing, meaning you can scan transfer QR codes using the wallet’s camera. You’ll see exactly what you’re signing, and every detail is displayed clearly. This ensures that what you see is what you sign, giving you full confidence in the transaction. All transaction information is saved for your peace of mind.

Dual Recovery Seed Phrases: Spread Your Risk

Goldshell Wallet allows you to store your assets across two separate wallets using dual seed phrases. This means that even if one wallet is lost, your assets remain safe. It’s the best way to avoid putting all your eggs in one basket and ensures that your crypto holdings are always secure.

Instant Access with Fingerprint Authentication

Forget about PINs—Goldshell Wallet enables instant access through fingerprint authentication, allowing you to quickly access your funds in just 0.5 seconds.

Built-In Security Light

The security indicator light visually confirms the wallet’s safety status, providing real-time updates on the device’s safety.

Durable Design

Made with high-strength zinc alloy, Goldshell Wallet is resistant to physical damage, ensuring your wallet stays intact even in extreme conditions.

Multi-Currency Support

Whether you hold Bitcoin, Ethereum, or any altcoin, Goldshell Wallet supports over 1,000+ cryptocurrencies and is continuously updated to support more.

Protect Your Assets: Buy Goldshell Wallet Today

In a world full of risks—from exchange failures to hacking attempts—self-custody is the best way to protect your crypto assets. Goldshell Wallet gives you full control, offline security, and peace of mind that your funds are safe from external threats. Don’t leave your assets exposed—ensure your digital wealth remains in your hands with Goldshell Wallet.

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Howard Wu’s experiences of AE BOX PRO

Wu expresses his initial impressions of the device, highlighting its fast setup, impressive proof/sec capabilities, and strong optimization for zero-knowledge proofs (ZK). Wu also invites other developers and enthusiasts involved in Aleo ASIC mining to connect with him, offering a chance to explore more ZK hardware opportunities. This marks a significant milestone for Aleo as it advances in hardware space, pushing the boundaries of decentralized, privacy-focused mining

1. Aleo’s Roadmap and Upcoming Changes:

ARC-0043 Proposal:

Howard Wu discussed the upcoming technical upgrades of Aleo, focusing on the ARC-0043 proposal. This upgrade will introduce a new puzzle algorithm, enhancing complexity and security. One of the key changes involves increasing the number of instructions, which will allow for more specialized hardware applications and improve network performance with ZK-SNARK verification. More information on the ARC-0043 discussion will be available with updates over the next 6 months.

• Impact: The upgrade will reduce block verification time, incentivize hardware development, and increase the overall mining security of Aleo.
• Implementation Timeline: Wu emphasized that the process is still in its early stages and will take approximately 6 months for full implementation, including testing on the testnet and mainnet.

2. Mining with Aleo:

The profitability of Aleo mining has been a hot topic, and Wu shared his insights on the sustainability of Aleo mining. With the upcoming hardware upgrades, including ASIC miners, the profitability for miners is expected to improve significantly.

• Transition from GPU to ASIC: While older GPUs (such as 20 and 30 series) may struggle to maintain profitability due to the current market conditions, newer hardware such as the 4070S and 4080 can still break even.
• The Future of ASIC Mining: Wu also mentioned that with the implementation of ASICs, Aleo will continue to support mining hardware, which he believes is essential for zk-SNARK technology acceleration. ASIC miners will bring more efficiency and security to the network.

3. Aleo Ecosystem Development:

Expanding the Ecosystem: Aleo’s ecosystem is growing rapidly, with upcoming partnerships, decentralized applications (dApps), and new integration points for privacy-focused blockchain technology.

• User Contribution: Howard invited the community to contribute to Aleo’s growth by participating in upcoming initiatives, including the Denver workshop on writing Leo programs and providing feedback on the Aleo network.

4. Aleo and Exchange Listings:

While many rumors suggested that Aleo would be listed on major exchanges such as Binance in the first quarter of 2025, Howard Wu clarified that there have been no discussions about listing Aleo with major exchanges yet. Instead, the project is focused on solidifying its technology and ecosystem.

5. Privacy and Future Payments:

Aleo’s focus on privacy was emphasized, and Howard discussed the importance of private payments and stablecoins within the Aleo ecosystem. Aleo’s unique ability to support privacy-based smart contracts through ZKPs sets it apart from other Layer 1 and Layer 2 blockchains.

• Aleo’s Privacy Vision: Howard highlighted that Aleo’s privacy features are crucial for enabling secure transactions and privacy-centric financial systems, which could become increasingly important as virtual currencies become more integrated into real-world applications.

6. KYC and Token Distribution:

The KYC process for token distribution is expected to begin soon, with Aleo foundation working on a new system to streamline the process. This includes a new tool for handling identity verification, as previous KYC submissions will no longer be valid.

Key Takeaways:

1. Aleo’s Technological Advancements: ARC-0043 will enhance the security and efficiency of Aleo’s mining and overall network operations.
2. Mining Opportunities: ASIC miners will make Aleo mining more profitable and secure. However, miners may need to upgrade their hardware to keep up with new developments.
3. Aleo Ecosystem Growth: With growing partnerships and community involvement, Aleo is expanding into dApps and privacy-focused applications.
4. Exchange Listings: While Aleo is not yet discussing exchange listings, the project is focusing on building a robust technological foundation for long-term success.
5. Privacy and Payments: Aleo is positioning itself as a leader in privacy technology, especially for private payments and stablecoin systems.

Final Thoughts from Goldshell: Goldshell is excited to contribute to the Aleo ecosystem by providing mining hardware that complements Aleo’s vision. We are committed to supporting Aleo’s growth and will continue to work closely with the community to ensure a balanced and sustainable network.

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For more information about Aleo, visit their official website and join their community on Discord and Twitter.