Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
This section provides answers to common questions about StarMiner, helping users quickly understand how to participate, earn, and engage with the protocol. Whether you are a compute provider, a service requester, a governance participant, or just someone curious about StarMiner, this FAQ will provide the information you need to get started.
General Questions
Q1: What is StarMiner? A1: StarMiner is a decentralized compute network designed to enable high-performance AI and GPU-intensive workloads on a global scale. It leverages blockchain technology to facilitate transparent task execution, programmable pricing, and community governance, allowing users to earn AGPU tokens by providing computing resources and participating in governance decisions.
Q2: How does StarMiner differ from traditional cloud computing platforms? A2: Unlike centralized cloud providers, StarMiner is fully decentralized, meaning there are no intermediaries controlling compute resources. It uses blockchain to ensure open access, transparent pricing, and fair compensation. Compute tasks are routed based on reputation, hardware availability, and regional preferences, providing a more efficient, cost-effective, and secure way to access GPU resources.
Participation and Earning
Q3: How can I participate in StarMiner? A3: There are several ways to participate in StarMiner:
Compute Provider: Run a node to provide GPU resources and earn AGPU tokens based on completed tasks.
Service Requester: Submit jobs to the network and pay for compute resources using AGPU tokens.
Validator: Validate job results and participate in network governance by staking AMAX AI tokens.
Oracle: Provide real-world data to influence job routing and pricing.
Governance Participant: Stake AMAX AI tokens to vote on proposals and influence the future of the protocol.
Q4: How do I earn in StarMiner? A4: Users earn in StarMiner by:
Providing compute resources: Nodes that execute compute tasks are paid in AGPU tokens based on task completion and performance.
Verifying jobs: Validators earn AMAX AI and AGPU for confirming the integrity of task outputs and maintaining network security.
Providing data: Oracles earn AGPU for supplying valuable off-chain data that influences task routing or pricing.
Governance: AMAX AI holders earn rewards for participating in network governance, including voting on proposals.
Technical Setup
Q5: How do I set up a node in StarMiner? A5: To set up a node, follow these steps:
Register your node on the StarMiner platform by submitting your GPU specifications.
Install the StarMiner Compute Client on your system (available for Linux, Windows, and macOS).
Benchmark your GPU to validate your node’s capabilities.
Link your wallet (MetaMask, WalletConnect, or StarMiner-native wallet) to your node for task assignment and payment.
Start providing compute resources by accepting jobs from the network. As jobs are completed, you'll earn AGPU tokens.
Q6: What hardware do I need to run a compute node? A6: StarMiner supports various hardware configurations, with recommended setups including:
GPU Specifications: High-performance GPUs (e.g., NVIDIA A100, H100, RTX 4090) for AI workloads. Consumer-grade GPUs (e.g., RTX 3080) are also supported for general-purpose tasks.
System Requirements: Minimum 16GB of RAM, 500GB SSD storage (for job data), and a stable internet connection of at least 50Mbps.
Optional: Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) for privacy-sensitive workloads.
Governance and Tokens
Q7: What is the role of AMAX AI in governance? A7: AMAX AI is the governance token of StarMiner, allowing users to participate in protocol decisions. AMAX AI holders can:
Vote on proposals related to protocol upgrades, economic policies, and funding allocations.
Submit proposals for protocol improvements, such as new job types or governance tweaks.
Delegate voting power to trusted validators or community representatives.
AMAX AI is staked for governance participation, and users earn rewards for voting or delegating their tokens.
Q8: How do I stake AMAX AI tokens? A8: To stake AMAX AI tokens:
Connect your wallet to the StarMiner platform.
Select the governance section of the interface.
Choose the amount of AMAX AI tokens you want to stake.
Confirm your staking transaction through your wallet.
Once staked, you’ll receive voting power and be eligible to participate in governance activities.
Q9: What are the rewards for participating in governance? A9: Participating in governance by voting or submitting proposals rewards AMAX AI holders with:
AMAX AI rewards for voting on successful proposals.
AGPU rewards based on staking and governance participation.
Reputation bonuses for actively engaging in governance decisions.
Privacy and Security
Q10: How does StarMiner protect my data and privacy? A10: StarMiner prioritizes privacy and security:
Compute-to-Data (C2D) allows sensitive data to stay in its location without being transferred off-site, ensuring that only verified compute nodes access it.
Zero-Knowledge Machine Learning (ZKML) is used for verifying the results of AI computations without exposing the underlying data or model parameters.
Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) provide hardware-based isolation for tasks that require high security or data privacy.
Q11: How secure is StarMiner’s network? A11: StarMiner employs several security measures:
Node-level reputation scoring and continuous monitoring to identify and eliminate malicious actors.
Cryptographic job validation through consensus mechanisms to ensure the accuracy of task results.
Slashing penalties for malicious behavior by validators or compute providers.
End-to-end encryption for all data in transit, with optional encryption for data at rest.
Carbon and Sustainability
Q12: How does StarMiner support environmental sustainability? A12: StarMiner integrates carbon capture systems (CCS) to offset the environmental impact of GPU-intensive tasks. Key features include:
Real-time emissions indexing for every compute job, providing a transparent carbon footprint.
Integration with verified carbon capture projects, allowing users to offset their compute tasks.
Green-compute incentives for nodes using sustainable energy sources (e.g., solar, wind).
Community Engagement
Q13: How can I get involved in the StarMiner community? A13: You can get involved by:
Joining our social media channels (Telegram, Discord, Twitter) to stay up-to-date on news and updates.
Participating in governance by staking AMAX AI and voting on proposals.
Contributing to the ecosystem by running nodes, referring new users, or participating in community programs.
Attending events such as hackathons, webinars, and meetups to connect with other users and contributors.
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