The team behind Monero has introduced Tari, a new layer-1 blockchain that defaults to hiding transaction data and allows crypto mining on personal computers. This blockchain, developed by former Monero engineers, aims to attract the next generation of crypto users by combining privacy, engaging crypto mining, and a touch of nostalgia. Launched as a standalone proof-of-work network, Tari enables anyone with a Mac or PC to mine its native XTM cryptocurrency, keep their balances hidden from public view, and connect with a community of over 700, 000 airdrop participants. Tari’s primary application, Tari Universe, offers a visual mining experience featuring real-time feedback, power consumption sliders, and simple controls to pause or adjust CPU usage. Mining is divided between SHA3x and RandomX algorithms, with block rewards split evenly between standalone miners and those who merge mine. “Tari Universe transforms your computer into a money machine by using your computer’s processing power to solve blocks on the Tari network. This helps secure the network while earning Tari tokens (XTM) as rewards. ” Tari’s emission schedule starts with a total supply of 21 billion XTM, with 30% pre-mined according to official data.

The remaining 14. 7 billion tokens are allocated for public mining, with rewards gradually decreasing per block. A 1% tail emission guarantees miners continue to have incentives after the first 12 years. The pre-mined tokens are distributed among infrastructure (9%), community initiatives (5%), contributors (4%), and early participants (12%), all subject to long vesting periods beginning six to twelve months after mainnet launch. Tari employs a dual-token structure: XTM fuels the base layer, called Minotari, while XTR operates on a second layer named Ootle. Users can burn XTM at a 1:1 ratio to mint XTR through a dynamic “Throttle” system that adjusts minting costs based on demand, with fees burned during activity to help regulate supply. The relationship between XTM and XTR is intended to become more tightly balanced over time, though real-world usage remains to be observed.