Ex-Monero Developers Introduce Tari: A Privacy-Centric Blockchain with Easy PC Mining

The creators behind the privacy-focused Monero project have launched a new blockchain called Tari, a Layer-1 network that prioritizes user anonymity and supports crypto mining directly from personal computers.

Built as a standalone proof-of-work (PoW) blockchain, Tari is designed to make crypto mining more accessible, nostalgic, and engaging. It enables anyone with a Mac or PC to mine its native token, XTM, while keeping wallet balances and transaction data private by default. The project has already drawn attention from over 700,000 users who participated in an early airdrop, signaling strong initial interest.

Tari Universe: Turning Mining Into a Visual Experience

At the heart of the Tari ecosystem is Tari Universe, an interactive mining platform that simplifies the mining process with a visual interface. It offers real-time mining feedback, adjustable power usage settings, and user-friendly controls to manage CPU allocation all with a single click. Mining is split evenly between two algorithms, SHA3x and RandomX, and rewards are distributed 50/50 between solo miners and those who merge-mine.

“Tari Universe transforms your computer into a revenue-generating engine by using its processing power to mine blocks on the Tari network. As a miner, you’re not only earning XTM tokens but also helping to secure the network,” the project team explains.

Tari Tokenomics: Designed for Long-Term Incentives

Tari launched with a fixed supply of 21 billion XTM, with 30% pre-mined according to its official website. The remaining 14.7 billion tokens are allocated for public mining, with block rewards decreasing gradually over time. To maintain miner engagement even after the main issuance ends, a 1% tail emission will continue indefinitely after the first 12 years.

The pre-mined tokens are distributed across several categories:

• Infrastructure: 9%
• Community Programs: 5%
• Contributors: 4%
• Early Participants: 12%

These allocations are subject to long vesting periods, beginning 6 to 12 months after the mainnet launch to ensure long-term commitment and ecosystem growth.

A Dual-Token Model: XTM and XTR

Tari also introduces a dual-token architecture to power its ecosystem. The base layer, called Minotari, is fueled by XTM, while the second layer, known as Ootle, uses a complementary token called XTR.

Users can convert XTM to XTR on a 1:1 basis through a dynamic feature called Throttle, which adjusts minting costs based on real-time network demand. This design helps manage inflation and encourages responsible usage. Additionally, transaction fees on Ootle are burned, further reducing the token supply over time.

The relationship between XTM and XTR is expected to become more tightly integrated as the ecosystem matures, although the exact usage trends will depend on community adoption and evolving use cases.