Blue Star Blockchain
Lauch: Q1 2026
Blockchain development is evolving beyond large mining farms and expensive hardware. A new wave of projects is focusing on CPU-friendly mining models, allowing everyday users to participate and earn rewards using standard computers. This approach promotes decentralization, fairness, and wider adoption of blockchain technology.
In CPU-minable blockchains, the consensus algorithms are designed to be ASIC- and GPU-resistant, ensuring that mining power is not dominated by a few large players. Instead, users can contribute computational power through their CPUs to secure the network, validate transactions, and maintain the blockchain. In return, miners receive native tokens as rewards, creating a direct economic incentive for participation.
From a development perspective, these blockchains emphasize efficient algorithms, optimized hashing functions, and low entry barriers. Developers focus on reducing energy waste, improving performance on common processors, and enabling mining on multiple operating systems. This makes it possible for individuals in different regions—especially those without access to high-end hardware—to earn income and engage with decentralized networks.
CPU-based mining also supports community-driven ecosystems. Because more users can participate, token distribution becomes more balanced, reducing centralization risks. This encourages long-term network security, transparency, and trust. Developers often integrate smart contracts, decentralized applications (dApps), and privacy or scaling features to increase the utility and real-world value of the mined tokens.
Ultimately, blockchain development that supports CPU mining empowers users by turning ordinary computing resources into earning opportunities. It aligns with the original vision of blockchain: open participation, decentralized control, and fair access to financial rewards—where anyone with a computer and an internet connection can be part of the network and make money.
Specifications:
- Core Design Goals
CPU-only mining (ASIC/GPU resistant)
Low entry barrier (runs on consumer hardware)
Fair distribution (anti-bot & anti-farm measures)
Energy-efficient
Scalable for thousands of small miners - Consensus Mechanism
PoW (Proof of Work) – CPU Optimized
Recommended algorithms:
RandomX (Monero-style)
Memory-hard
JIT execution
Highly resistant to ASICs & GPUs
Alternatives:
Yescrypt
Argon2id
VerusHash
RandomX is the industry standard for CPU mining. - Block Parameters
Parameter
Specification
Block time
60–120 seconds
Block size
Dynamic (0.5–2 MB)
Max TPS
~30–100 - Mining Requirements (User Side)
Minimum CPU Specs
CPU: Dual-core x86_64 or ARMv8
RAM: 2 GB minimum (4 GB recommended)
Storage: 10–20 GB SSD
OS: Linux, Windows, macOS
Optimal Mining Specs
CPU: 4–8 cores (Ryzen / Intel i5+)
RAM: 8–16 GB
Hashrate range: 500 H/s – 10 KH/s (depending on CPU) - Network Architecture
P2P networking (Libp2p or custom TCP)
Full Nodes: Anyone can run
Light Nodes: Mobile-friendly wallets
RPC / REST API for pools & apps - Reward Model
Emission: 1 Million coins
Block reward: 1 coin per block - Anti-Abuse Protections
Memory-hard PoW (RandomX)
Frequent algorithm parameter changes
Optional:
Node-based mining (miner must run full node)
Soft hashrate caps per IP
Proof-of-Uptime bonuses - Smart Contract Support (Optional)
WASM-based VM (like Substrate)
Gas limits tuned for CPU fairness
No GPU-optimized contract execution - Wallet & Mining Software
Wallets
CLI Wallet
Desktop GUI (Electron / Qt)
Mobile Wallet (Light client)
Mining
Built-in CPU miner
Stratum mining pool support
Solo mining friendly - Token Economics
Max supply: Optional (or infinite with tail emission)
Inflation target: 1–2% annually after maturity
No premine or fair-launch only - Example Use Cases
Home CPU mining income
VPS mining
Decentralized compute economy
Privacy-friendly payments
Community-driven blockchain - Comparable Projects (Proof of Viability)
Monero (XMR) – RandomX
VerusCoin (VRSC)
Dero
Scala (XLA)