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Lumino Ceremony: Building the Privacy Protection Infrastructure

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PlatON, a privacy AI computing network which is committed to building a decentralized collaborative artificial intelligence network and global brain, is promoting the democratization of artificial intelligence and establishing a secure general artificial intelligence. The bottom layer of its decentralized privacy protection infrastructure is based on Zero-Knowledge Proof.

What is Zero-Knowledge Proof

Zero-Knowledge Proof is a cryptographic technology to realize privacy protection authentication. The prover needs to make the verifier believe that he knows or owns a message, without disclosing any information about message which is to be confirmed. For example, if the prover wants to prove that he knows the safe box password without revealing it, he can just show some items existing in the safe box that everyone knows.

This process is Zero-Knowledge Proof. The proof needs an initial credible setting (some items existing in the safe box that everyone knows), namely a series of public parameters to help the prover build Zero-Knowledge Proof.

Deficiency of Zero-Knowledge Proof

As a cryptographic technology with both privacy protection and authentication capability, zero-knowledge proof is widely used to realize transaction verification under hidden business details in blockchain. The zero-knowledge proof system applied in the blockchain field is mainly a cryptographic algorithm called “zk-SNARKs”. At present, the existing classic zk-SNARKs algorithms include  GGPR13, PGHR13, Groth16, GM17, and new generation algorithms such as Sonic, Marlin, Plonk, which support updating public parameters. The current version of ZCash, a well-known private cryptographic currency, uses Groth16 algorithm.

From the above “safe box”, we can see that the premise for the correct operation of this kind of algorithm is existing a series of random trusted parameters. However, randomized parameters will not come out of thin air and there is no trusted third party in the blockchain. Parameters created by centralized third parties can be reconstructed in theory, and it is possible to forge proofs, which may destroy the underlying security in PlatON. Imagine that if a specific institution informed the verifier of the storage of the items in the safe box, the institution and the prover could collude and use this secret information to falsify the illusion that the prover knew the safe box password.

Therefore, it is an undoubtedly excellent idea to organize multiple participants to create these randomized parameters through Secure Multi-party Computation. In this process, single party can not reconstruct the parameters any more. Only when this activity is completed safely will the subsequent decentralized application be safe. In fact, ZCash has successfully created system parameters for Groth16 algorithm in November 2017 through its ceremony, Power of Tau.

Lumino, creating secure parameters

In order to prevent the parameters generated by the centralized mode from affecting the underlying security, PlatON started the Secure Multi-party Computation ceremony Lumino on June 21, 2021, last for   60 days. This ceremony is expected to create necessary secure parameters for the Zero-Knowledge Proof protocol.

During the Lumino ceremony, multiple participants carry out several rounds of calculation in the form of a relay, that is to say, the current participant need to use the calculation results of the previous participant as the input of this round, and the calculation output become the calculation input of the next participant as well. After a certain number of rounds, the output of the last participant is the final result of the whole ceremony, namely the system initialization parameters that Plonk thatalgorithm of PlatON will choose. Obviously, the more participants take part in the ceremony, the safer the parameters will be.

As a practical and efficient Zero-Knowledge Proof algorithm, Plonk is commonly used in PlatON projects and communities, which is characterized by a one-time initialization process, that is, running once can be used to deploy multiple applications. Providing necessary initialization parameters for Plonk algorithm through Lumino ceremony means that no one can master the secret information behind the parameters, which can be used to cheat players in the whole system. Lumino ceremony will lay a solid foundation for the security of PlatON.

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New Generation of Crypto Miners Released by ASICID

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Hong Kong, Hong Kong, October 6th, 2026, Chainwire

ASICID Inc. has released its IDMINER Series, a new lineup of cryptocurrency mining systems designed for Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Dogecoin mining.

The series includes the IDMINER HomeRack, IDMINER 2 and IDMINER 1, with configurations ranging from 1,150 TH/s to 9,600 TH/s of Bitcoin hashrate and from 350 GH/s to 3,200 GH/s of Litecoin and Dogecoin hashrate.

The three models are designed for different mining setups, from individual and home miners to professional and larger-scale operators.

IDMINER Series Specifications

IDMINER HomeRack

  • Bitcoin hashrate: 9,600 TH/s
  • Litecoin/Dogecoin hashrate: 3,200 GH/s
  • Power configuration: 4 × 1,300W
  • Estimated monthly mining revenue: up to $25,590*

IDMINER 2

  • Bitcoin hashrate: 2,400 TH/s
  • Litecoin/Dogecoin hashrate: 800 GH/s
  • Power consumption: 1,300W
  • Estimated monthly mining revenue: up to $6,390*

IDMINER 1

  • Bitcoin hashrate: 1,150 TH/s
  • Litecoin/Dogecoin hashrate: 350 GH/s
  • Power consumption: 700W
  • Estimated monthly mining revenue: up to $2,790*

*The revenue figures are estimates based on network conditions, cryptocurrency prices, and mining difficulty at the time of publication.

Designed for Simpler Deployment

The IDMINER systems are delivered pre-configured and tested before shipment. Users can connect the miner to power, connect via WiFi or Ethernet, enter their preferred mining pool information, and begin mining.

The systems support major mining pools and also provide access to ASICID’s Zero-Fee Mining Pool option.

Other features include thermal management and hardware testing before shipment.

Built for Bitcoin, Litecoin and Dogecoin Mining

ASICID develops and manufactures its mining hardware through an integrated production process that includes research and development, hardware engineering, assembly, thermal testing, and quality assurance.

The company is headquartered in Hong Kong with additional operations in the United States and serves individual miners, professional mining businesses, and institutional operators.

With the IDMINER Series, ASICID is targeting miners looking for high-hashrate hardware with straightforward deployment and power requirements suited to ongoing mining operations.

For more information about the IDMINER Series, users can visit www.asicid.com.

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Vstock Transfer Names Securities Industry Veteran Erica Goodstein General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer

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New York, USA, October 6th, 2026, FinanceWire

Vstock Transfer today announced that Erica Goodstein, a veteran securities attorney with over 26 years of experience, has joined the firm as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. Erica joins Vstock Transfer after more than a decade as Assistant General Counsel at Equiniti and American Stock Transfer & Trust Company, LLC where she served as a lead attorney supporting the company’s legal and regulatory functions, advising executive leadership and the board on corporate strategy and risk management. Earlier in her career, she spent nearly 14 years as an attorney at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, handling complex domestic and international commercial litigation and related matters spanning securities, intellectual property, bankruptcy, real estate, and corporate takeover disputes.

“Erica’s experience speaks for itself and having her lead our legal and compliance function reflects exactly where Vstock Transfer is headed,” said Seth Farbman, Chairman and Co-Founder of Vstock Transfer.

“Erica joins us at a pivotal moment,” said Yoel Goldfeder, CEO of Vstock Transfer. “While her experience will be valuable in our existing services, including SPAC and de SPAC transaction services, proxy solicitation, and annual meeting services for the issuers we serve, Erica’s background will also help us expand well beyond core transfer agency work with AI, blockchain and related corporate services. Having someone with her background gives our clients, and prospective clients, real confidence in the governance behind that growth.”

“What drew me to Vstock Transfer is the momentum,” said Goodstein. “The caliber of companies coming to this firm and the scope of services being rolled out reflect a firm that, even after fifteen years, is scaling deliberately. I am looking forward to building on the legal and compliance foundation and roadmap to match that growth.”

About Vstock Transfer

Vstock Transfer is an SEC-registered stock transfer agent providing transfer agency and corporate action services to public companies on Nasdaq, NYSE, and the OTC markets. Services include DWAC and DRS processing, dividend distributions, proxy solicitation, annual meeting support, virtual meeting hosting, as well as SPAC and de-SPAC transaction services.

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JetAlto Opens Dedicated Dubai to Maldives Private Jet Charter Route Ahead of Peak Season

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LONDON, 5 October 2026 – Private jet charter marketplace JetAlto has added a dedicated Dubai to Male route, connecting the UAE with the Maldives in under four hours as the islands approach their winter high season.The 2,965 km trip needs no fuel stop. A super-midsize jet such as the Challenger 350 or Citation Longitude completes it in about 3 hours 40 minutes. JetAlto suggests this class as the best-value option for groups of up to 10. Indicative one-way prices start at $32,000 for a midsize jet and reach $115,000 for ultra-long-range types like the Global 7500. Fuel, crew and handling are included. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Male in under four hours, with indicative one-way pricing from $32,000 and super-midsize jets named the best-value option for the crossing.

London, United Kingdom, 6th Oct 2026 – JetAlto, the independent private jet charter marketplace, has opened a dedicated Dubai to Male charter route. It gives travellers a direct link between the UAE and the Maldives just as the islands head into their busiest months of the year. The new route brings aircraft options, indicative prices and arrival planning for the Indian Ocean crossing together in one place, with quotes sourced from licensed third-party operators.

The 2,965 km (around 1,840 miles) flight runs nonstop in roughly 3 hours 40 minutes on a super-midsize jet, with no fuel stop required. Larger cabins trim the journey further: heavy jets cover it in about 3 hours 30 minutes and ultra-long-range aircraft in around 3 hours 20 minutes, while midsize jets take closer to 4 hours 10 minutes.

“Dubai has become the obvious jumping-off point for the Maldives, whether clients live in the Gulf or are connecting in from Europe and North America,” said a JetAlto spokesperson. “This route lets them see the real options before they enquire: which aircraft suits the group, what it costs, and how the timing works once they land in Male. The tricky part of a Maldives trip is usually the last leg to the resort, so we planned the route around that.”

Aircraft and indicative pricing

Four aircraft classes serve the route. One-way indicative prices include fuel, crew and handling:

  • Midsize (Praetor 500, Citation Latitude), up to 9 passengers: $32,000 to $42,000
  • Super-midsize (Challenger 350, Citation Longitude), up to 10 passengers: $42,000 to $58,000
  • Heavy (Falcon 2000LXS, Challenger 650, Gulfstream G450), up to 14 passengers: $58,000 to $82,000
  • Ultra-long-range (Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER, Falcon 8X), up to 16 passengers: $85,000 to $115,000

Super-midsize is the recommended choice for most groups, balancing cabin space and cost. Ultra-long-range jets make sense for travellers planning to fly on to London, Zurich or New York after their resort stay. Final quotes can move by around 15 per cent depending on dates and aircraft availability.

Departures from DWC or DXB

Flights can depart from Al Maktoum International (DWC), where a 4,500 m runway makes it the standard pick for long-range departures at full fuel. FBOs there include DC Aviation Al-Futtaim, ExecuJet Middle East and Jetex. Dubai International (DXB), 12 km from Downtown.

Arrival in Male and resort transfers

At Velana International Airport (MLE), passengers clear customs and immigration in a private VIP terminal on the north side of Hulhulé island, typically in around ten minutes. The Maldives offers a free 30-day visa on arrival to every nationality holding a valid passport and confirmed accommodation.

Guests then continue to their resort in one of three ways:

  • by seaplane with Trans Maldivian Airways or Manta Air
  • by speedboat to the North and South Male atolls, which takes 20 to 60 minutes and runs around the clock
  • by domestic flight to the more remote atolls

Since seaplanes fly in daylight only, JetAlto advises landing before roughly 3:30 to 4:00 pm local time in winter to avoid an unplanned night in Male.

Planning for peak season

With high season approaching, JetAlto recommends booking early for Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year. During those weeks aircraft parking at Male is limited, and some jets may need to reposition to Gan (GAN) or Colombo (CMB) after drop-off. Landing permits for foreign aircraft can take 48 to 72 hours to arrange in busy periods. For summer trips, Dubai temperatures above 45°C in July and August can cut takeoff performance, so early morning or post-sunset departures are preferred.

Instant estimates for Dubai to Male are available at jetalto.com with no email address needed, and the charter team can be reached 24/7 at vip@jetalto.com.

About JetAlto

JetAlto is an independent private jet charter marketplace that connects travellers with vetted, licensed operators worldwide. The platform provides instant price estimates and competitive quotes across midsize, super-midsize, heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft, serving clients across Europe and North America. JetAlto acts as a charter broker and does not operate aircraft itself.

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Website: jetalto.com

Sources: JetAlto – Dubai to Male Private Jet Charter

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