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HashmonkeyCoin (HMNY) - Community-Driven Cryptocurrency

CI License: MIT

HashmonkeyCoin (HMNY) is a community-driven, decentralized cryptocurrency built on the proven Raptoreum codebase. Designed with fairness and transparency at its core, HashmonkeyCoin features a balanced reward distribution system with smartnode support while maintaining robust security features.

🚀 Key Features

Mining & Economics

  • Block Reward: 500 HMNY per block (fixed for early blocks, both mainnet and testnet)
  • Total Supply: 210,034,688 HMNY (finite supply)
  • Halving Schedule: Every 210,240 blocks (~0.8 years)
  • Block Time: 2-minute blocks for fast confirmations
  • Reward Distribution:
    • Miner: 450 HMNY (90%)
    • Smartnode: 35 HMNY (7%)
    • Developer/Founder: 15 HMNY (3%)
  • Smartnode Collateral: 100,000 HMNY
  • Fair Distribution: No pre-mine, no ICO, community-driven launch
  • Mining Algorithm: GhostRiderV2 (ASIC-resistant, CPU/GPU friendly)

Network & Security

  • Consensus Algorithm: GhostRiderV2 (Optimized multi-algorithm POW)
  • Smartnodes: Enabled with 100,000 HMNY collateral
  • Network Ports:
    • Mainnet: 19990 (P2P), 19991 (RPC)
    • Testnet: 19992 (P2P), 19993 (RPC default, customizable)
    • Devnet: 39990 (P2P), 39991 (RPC)
    • Regtest: 19991 (P2P), 19992 (RPC)
  • Seed Node: seednode.hashmonkeys.cloud
  • Address Prefixes:
    • Mainnet: 'H' (16), Script: 'M' (20), Private: 'N' (21)
    • Testnet: 'h' (111) or 'j' (testnet addresses), Script: 'm' (19), Private: '9' (239)
    • Devnet: 'd' (30), Script: '8' (19), Private: '9' (239)

Technical Specifications

  • Genesis Block: November 17, 2025 Launch (Mined with GhostRiderV2)
  • Message Start:
    • Mainnet: 0x48, 0x4d, 0x4e, 0x59 (HMNY)
    • Testnet: 0x4a, 0x73, 0x4d, 0x5b (JsM[)
    • Devnet: 0x4a, 0x73, 0x4d, 0x5c (JsM)
    • Regtest: 0x48, 0x4d, 0x4e, 0x59 (HMNY)
  • BIP44 Coin Type: 200
  • Data Directory:
    • Windows: %APPDATA%\HashmonkeyCoin\ (mainnet) or %APPDATA%\HashmonkeyCoin\testnet3\ (testnet)
    • Linux/macOS: ~/.hashmonkeycoin/ (mainnet) or ~/.hashmonkeycoin-testnet/ (testnet)
  • Network Status:
    • ✅ Mainnet: Live and operational
    • ✅ Testnet: Ready for launch
    • ✅ Regtest: Available for development

💰 Supply & Economics

Total Supply Breakdown

HashmonkeyCoin has a finite total supply of 210,034,688 HMNY with a deflationary emission schedule:

  • Era 1 (0-0.8 years): 500 HMNY/block → 105,120,000 HMNY
  • Era 2 (0.8-1.6 years): 250 HMNY/block → 52,560,000 HMNY
  • Era 3 (1.6-2.4 years): 125 HMNY/block → 26,280,000 HMNY
  • Era 4 (2.4-3.2 years): 62 HMNY/block → 13,140,000 HMNY
  • Era 5 (3.2-4.0 years): 31 HMNY/block → 6,570,000 HMNY
  • Era 6 (4.0-4.8 years): 16 HMNY/block → 3,285,000 HMNY
  • Era 7 (4.8-5.6 years): 8 HMNY/block → 1,642,500 HMNY
  • Era 8 (5.6-6.4 years): 4 HMNY/block → 821,250 HMNY
  • Era 9 (6.4-7.2 years): 2 HMNY/block → 410,625 HMNY
  • Final Era: 0.98 HMNY/block → 205,312 HMNY

Key Economic Features

  • Deflationary: Supply decreases over time through halvings
  • Predictable: Fixed emission schedule with known total supply
  • Fair Launch: No pre-mine, no ICO, community-driven distribution
  • Balanced Rewards: 90% miners, 7% smartnodes, 3% development

🚀 Launch Information

Current Status

HashmonkeyCoin is now ready for launch! All genesis blocks have been properly mined and configured with GhostRiderV2:

  • Mainnet Genesis: 2d35946991239eeae4971d348968ce60a02907c6fa53c8277858ef741d4f8c1d (Timestamp: November 17, 2025, Nonce: 1)
  • Testnet Genesis: 1698f1b1bcf54f11ef070a298d7a9c3e335abbb5cee1ab5bd52106d5af9f3730 (Timestamp: November 17, 2025, Nonce: 1)
  • Regtest Genesis: 2c4a4a63e70fc32ed1ec94e3e20f2b0e734e7f047085d9d8452b87280ff1dead (Timestamp: November 17, 2025, Nonce: 3)

Recent Updates (v2.0.03.01)

  • ✅ Algorithm Upgrade: Migrated to GhostRiderV2 for enhanced security and performance
    • Reduced rounds: 18 → 12 (33% reduction)
    • CN variants: Only Turtle/TurtleLite for better Intel/GPU performance
    • SHA512 final round: Intel-optimized and GPU-friendly
    • Expected performance: AMD -15% to -30%, Intel +20% to +40%, GPU +10% to +25%
  • ✅ Fixed block reward: Set to 500 HMNY for early blocks (both mainnet and testnet)
  • ✅ Updated testnet founder address for proper reward distribution
  • ✅ Improved blockchain validation and syncing

Mining Algorithm: GhostRiderV2

HashmonkeyCoin uses GhostRiderV2, an enhanced version of the GhostRider proof-of-work algorithm. Here's what you need to know:

What is GhostRiderV2?

  • Enhanced Algorithm: An improved version of the original GhostRider algorithm with optimized performance and security
  • ASIC-Resistant: Designed to prevent specialized mining hardware from dominating the network
  • CPU/GPU Friendly: Optimized for standard computer hardware, making mining accessible to everyone
  • Hybrid Approach: Combines multiple cryptographic hash algorithms with CryptoNight variants to create a balanced and secure mining experience

Technical Specifications:

  • Algorithm Type: Proof-of-Work (PoW)
  • Hash Function: GhostRiderV2 (Multi-algorithm rotation with CryptoNight variants)
  • Memory Requirements:
    • Minimum: 2GB RAM per mining thread
    • Recommended: 4GB+ RAM per thread for optimal performance
    • Uses memory-hard CryptoNight variants to prevent ASIC optimization
  • CPU Optimization:
    • Best performance on modern multi-core CPUs (4+ cores recommended)
    • Supports both x86_64 and ARM architectures
    • Utilizes CPU cache efficiently for faster hashing
  • GPU Support:
    • Compatible with modern GPUs (NVIDIA and AMD)
    • GPU mining provides additional hashrate but CPU mining is also viable
    • Memory bandwidth is crucial for GPU performance
  • Block Time: 2 minutes (120 seconds)
  • Difficulty Adjustment: Dynamic difficulty adjustment every block

How GhostRiderV2 Works:

  1. Optimized Rotation Pattern:
    • Reduced from 18 to 12 rounds (33% reduction)
    • Changed from 5-1-5-1-5-1 pattern to 5-1-5-1 with SHA512 final
    • Faster processing with better Intel/GPU performance
  2. CN Variant Selection:
    • Only uses lighter CN variants: {4, 5} (Turtle/TurtleLite)
    • Removed heavier variants (CNDark, CNDarklite, CNFast, CNLite)
    • Lighter variants favor Intel CPUs and GPUs over AMD
  3. Algorithm Pool Enhancement:
    • Includes SHA512 (option 15) in the algorithm pool
    • SHA512 is highly optimized on Intel CPUs and GPUs
    • Final round uses SHA512 instead of a third CN variant
  4. Hybrid Execution:
    • Core hash algorithms generate intermediate hash values
    • CN variants provide memory-hard properties
    • SHA512 final round ensures cryptographic security and Intel/GPU optimization

Why GhostRiderV2?

  • Better Security: Enhanced resistance to ASIC mining hardware through memory-hard design
  • Performance Optimization: Specifically optimized to balance performance across different hardware types
    • Reduced Rounds: 18 → 12 rounds (33% reduction) for faster processing
    • Lighter CN Variants: Only Turtle/TurtleLite variants for better Intel/GPU performance
    • SHA512 Final Round: Intel-optimized and GPU-friendly final hash operation
    • Algorithm Pool: Includes SHA512 (option 15) for enhanced Intel/GPU support
  • Expected Performance Impact:
    • AMD CPUs: -15% to -30% (reduced advantage due to lighter CN variants and fewer rounds)
    • Intel CPUs: +20% to +40% (better performance with SHA512 and lighter CN variants)
    • GPUs: +10% to +25% (more competitive with reduced rounds and SHA512 optimization)
  • Fair Distribution: Ensures mining rewards are distributed fairly among community miners using different hardware
  • Future-Proof: Designed to maintain ASIC resistance as technology evolves
  • Energy Efficient: More efficient than pure SHA256 mining while maintaining security

For Miners:

  • Hardware Requirements:
    • CPU: Multi-core processor (4+ cores recommended)
      • Intel CPUs: Optimized performance - excellent choice for GhostRiderV2 mining (+20% to +40% performance boost)
      • AMD CPUs: Still supported but performance balanced (-15% to -30% compared to original GhostRider)
    • RAM: 4GB minimum, 8GB+ recommended for optimal performance
    • GPU: Highly recommended for best performance (NVIDIA GTX 1060+ or AMD RX 580+)
      • GPU mining provides significantly better hashrate (+10% to +25% improvement)
      • Both NVIDIA and AMD GPUs are well-supported
      • SHA512 final round is GPU-optimized
  • Software Compatibility:
    • Compatible with mining software that supports GhostRiderV2
    • Supports both solo and pool mining
    • Works on Windows, Linux, and macOS
    • Note: V2-specific optimizations require miner software updates to fully benefit
  • Mining Efficiency:
    • GPU Mining: Recommended for best performance and profitability
    • Intel CPU Mining: Excellent performance with V2 optimizations
    • AMD CPU Mining: Supported but performance balanced for fairness
    • No specialized equipment needed - standard hardware works well

Getting Started

  1. Download the latest release binaries from GitHub Releases
  2. Run the daemon:
    • Mainnet: ./hashmonkeycoind
    • Testnet: ./hashmonkeycoind -testnet
  3. Connect to seed node (for testnet): Add addnode=seednode.hashmonkeys.cloud:19992 to your config
  4. Start mining: Connect to a mining pool or mine solo
  5. Join the community: Visit hashmonkeys.cloud

🏗️ Development Roadmap

Phase 1: Mining Pool Infrastructure ✅ COMPLETED

  • Mining Pool Platform
    • Mining pool infrastructure deployed
    • Mining interface and dashboard operational
    • Testnet mining pool fully functional

Phase 2: Exchange Listing 🎯 IN PROGRESS

  • Market Listing
    • Get HashmonkeyCoin (HMNY) listed on cryptocurrency exchanges
    • Enable trading pairs for HMNY
    • Establish liquidity and market presence
    • Community support for exchange applications

Phase 3: Global Stratum Network 🚀 MAIN GOAL

  • Worldwide Stratum Server Deployment

    • Deploy stratum servers across multiple continents
    • North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other regions
    • Low-latency connections for miners worldwide
    • Automatic failover and load balancing

  • Lowest Fees in Crypto

    • Primary Mission: Achieve the lowest mining pool fees in the cryptocurrency industry
    • Transparent fee structure with competitive rates
    • Continuous optimization to reduce operational costs
    • Pass savings directly to miners
    • Community-driven fee decisions

  • Enhanced Infrastructure

    • DDoS protection and security hardening
    • Real-time server status monitoring
    • Advanced load balancing systems
    • High availability and redundancy

Future Enhancements

  • Advanced Mining Features

    • PPLNS and PPS payment methods
    • Solo mining options
    • Mining profitability calculator
    • Mobile mining app

  • Community Tools

    • Block explorer with advanced features
    • Wallet integration guides
    • Mining setup tutorials
    • Community governance platform

🤝 Community-Driven Development

HashmonkeyCoin is built by the community, for the community. We believe in:

  • Transparency: All development decisions are open for community discussion
  • Fairness: No hidden fees, no developer rewards, miners come first
  • Innovation: Community-driven feature development and improvements
  • Accessibility: Easy-to-use tools and comprehensive documentation

Get Involved

📦 Installation & Setup

System Requirements

  • OS: Windows 10+, macOS 10.14+, Ubuntu 18.04+ (Ubuntu 22.04 recommended)
  • RAM: 4GB minimum, 8GB recommended
  • Storage: 10GB free space (more for full node)
  • Network: Stable internet connection
  • CPU: Multi-core recommended for mining (GhostRiderV2 algorithm)

Quick Start

Windows

# Download the latest release from GitHub
# Extract and run hashmonkeycoin-qt.exe

# Or build from source (WSL Ubuntu 24.04 recommended)
git clone https://github.com/stabner/HashmonkeyCoin.git
cd HashmonkeyCoin

# Install dependencies
sudo apt update
sudo apt install -y gcc-mingw-w64 g++-mingw-w64 mingw-w64-tools build-essential libtool autotools-dev automake pkg-config bsdmainutils python3 libssl-dev libevent-dev libboost-system-dev libboost-filesystem-dev libboost-chrono-dev libboost-program-options-dev libboost-test-dev libboost-thread-dev qtbase5-dev qttools5-dev-tools qt5-qmake libdb++-dev libminiupnpc-dev libnatpmp-dev

# Build for Windows
export PATH=$(echo "$PATH" | sed -e 's/:\/mnt.*//g')
cd depends
make HOST=x86_64-w64-mingw32 -j$(nproc)
cd ..
./autogen.sh
CONFIG_SITE=$PWD/depends/x86_64-w64-mingw32/share/config.site ./configure --prefix=/ --host=x86_64-w64-mingw32
make -j$(nproc)

# Find Windows executables in src/ directory
ls -la src/*.exe

Note: For detailed Windows build instructions and troubleshooting, see doc/build-windows.md.

Linux (Ubuntu/Debian)

# Install dependencies
sudo apt update
sudo apt install -y build-essential libtool autotools-dev automake pkg-config \
  bsdmainutils python3 libssl-dev libevent-dev libboost-system-dev \
  libboost-filesystem-dev libboost-chrono-dev libboost-program-options-dev \
  libboost-test-dev libboost-thread-dev qtbase5-dev qttools5-dev-tools \
  qt5-qmake libdb++-dev libminiupnpc-dev libnatpmp-dev

# Clone and build
git clone https://github.com/stabner/HashmonkeyCoin.git
cd HashmonkeyCoin
./autogen.sh
./configure
make -j$(nproc)
sudo make install

# Binaries will be in src/ directory
ls -la src/hashmonkeycoin*

macOS

# Using Homebrew
brew install hashmonkeycoin

# Or build from source
git clone https://github.com/stabner/HashmonkeyCoin.git
cd HashmonkeyCoin
./autogen.sh
./configure
make

Mining Setup

Solo Mining

# Start the daemon
./hashmonkeycoind -testnet -daemon

# Get a new address for mining rewards
./hashmonkeycoin-cli -testnet getnewaddress

# Start CPU mining (solo)
./hashmonkeycoin-cli -testnet setgenerate true 1

🔧 Development

Building from Source

git clone https://github.com/stabner/HashmonkeyCoin.git
cd HashmonkeyCoin
./autogen.sh
./configure
make -j$(nproc)  # Use all CPU cores for faster compilation

Running Tests

make check                    # Unit tests
test/functional/test_runner.py # Integration tests

Node Setup for Development

Testnet Seed Node

# Create data directory
mkdir -p ~/.hashmonkeycoin-testnet

# Create config file
cat > ~/.hashmonkeycoin-testnet/hashmonkeycoin.conf <<EOF
testnet=1
server=1
daemon=1
listen=1
bind=0.0.0.0
port=19992
rpcbind=0.0.0.0
rpcport=19993
rpcuser=hashmonkeycoin
rpcpassword=$(openssl rand -hex 32)
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
rpcallowip=YOUR_NETWORK/24
EOF

# Start seed node
./hashmonkeycoind -testnet -datadir=$HOME/.hashmonkeycoin-testnet

Testnet Mining Node

# Create data directory
mkdir -p ~/.hashmonkeycoin-mining

# Create config file
cat > ~/.hashmonkeycoin-mining/hashmonkeycoin.conf <<EOF
testnet=1
server=1
daemon=1
rpcbind=0.0.0.0
rpcport=11230
rpcuser=stabner
rpcpassword=your_secure_password
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
rpcallowip=YOUR_NETWORK/24
connect=seednode.hashmonkeys.cloud:19992
EOF

# Start mining node
./hashmonkeycoind -testnet -datadir=~/.hashmonkeycoin-mining

Contributing

  1. Fork the repository
  2. Create a feature branch (git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature)
  3. Make your changes
  4. Add tests for new functionality
  5. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add amazing feature')
  6. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/amazing-feature)
  7. Submit a pull request

📊 Network Statistics

🛡️ Security

HashmonkeyCoin inherits the robust security features from the Raptoreum codebase:

  • GhostRiderV2 Algorithm: Optimized 12-round multi-algorithm POW for Intel/GPU performance
  • InstantSend: Near-instant transaction confirmations
  • ChainLocks: Protection against 51% attacks
  • LLMQ: Long Living Masternode Quorums for consensus
  • Smartnode Network: Decentralized governance and network security

📄 License

HashmonkeyCoin Core is released under the terms of the MIT license. See COPYING for more information or see https://opensource.org/licenses/MIT.

🙏 Acknowledgments

  • Raptoreum Team: For the original codebase and innovative features
  • Dash Team: For the underlying blockchain technology
  • Bitcoin Core: For the foundational blockchain concepts
  • Community Contributors: For ongoing development and support

📞 Support

HashmonkeyCoin - Built by the Community, for the Community 🐒💎

Join us in building the future of fair and transparent cryptocurrency mining!

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Crypto currency Forked from "GhostriderCoin" and the use for it is to development of the crypto miningpool called https://hashmonkeys.cloud/

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