Status (October 2026): The Tari Gems airdrop has ended. Eligible users had until November 28, 2025 to choose between a one-off USDC payment on Base and their XTM in 12 monthly installments, claimable in Tari Universe from December 2, 2025. Tari’s mainnet launched on May 6, 2025, and XTM can still be mined in Tari Universe. We found no announcement of a second airdrop as of October 9, 2026. Sources: Tari Universe changelog, MEXC, The Block.
Key Takeaways
- Tari is an open-source, proof-of-work Layer-1 blockchain designed for the efficient management and transfer of digital assets, such as tickets and loyalty points. It leverages Monero’s privacy-focused Mimblewimble protocol for confidential transactions by default.
- Through the Tari Universe app, anyone with a Mac or PC can mine Tari tokens (XTM) using standard hardware. Block rewards are split evenly across four proof-of-work algorithms: RandomX merge-mined with Monero, Tari-native RandomX, SHA3x and Cuckaroo (C29).
- Tari features a base layer (Minotari chain) for security and a second layer (Ootle network) for scalable, fast-finality applications like DeFi and NFTs, with XTM and XTR tokens maintaining a near 1:1 peg through a burn-and-mint mechanism.
Disclaimer: Crypto airdrops are promotional events where tokens are distributed to existing holders of a cryptocurrency or to individuals who meet certain criteria. While airdrops can be a way to acquire tokens at no cost, they also involve risks. There’s no guarantee that the airdropped tokens will increase in value, and there may be associated fees or requirements. Additionally, airdrops can be susceptible to scams and phishing attempts. Always exercise caution and verify the legitimacy of any airdrop opportunity before participating.
What Is Tari?
Tari is a decentralized, open-source Layer-1 blockchain protocol designed for efficient digital asset management and transfer, emphasizing user accessibility, privacy, and scalability.
Built in Rust and leveraging the MimbleWimble protocol, the project ensures confidential transactions by default and supports merge-mining with Monero using the RandomX algorithm. Block rewards are split evenly across four proof-of-work algorithms (Monero merge-mined RandomX, Tari-native RandomX, SHA3x and Cuckaroo, or C29), promoting fair and accessible mining on consumer-grade hardware. Its dual-layer architecture includes the Minotari chain (Layer-1) for proof-of-work consensus and the Ootle network (Layer-2) for scalable, fast-finality digital asset applications like DeFi, NFTs, and GameFi. Tari’s native token, Minotari (XTM), is mined with a total supply of 21 billion, featuring a 30% pre-mine and an exponential decay emission schedule, while Layer 2 Tari (XTR) tokens are created by burning XTM at a 1:1 ratio.
How To Qualify For An Airdrop?
Backed by investors like Pantera and Blockchain Capital, Tari’s user-friendly Tari Universe app enables anyone to mine XTM, aiming to democratize crypto participation.
To join:
👉 STEP 1: Head over to https://airdrop.tari.com/ and download and install the Tari Universe app.
👉 STEP 2: Run the app and leave it open to mine Tari (XTM) tokens. Gems earned this way counted toward the airdrop, which closed in November 2025.
You can also set the mining mode to ‘Ludicrous’ if you want to mine using more power.
👉 STEP 3: Keep an eye on official announcements and hope for the best!
