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Michael Gu

Michael Gu, Creator of Boxmining, stared in the Blockchain space as a Bitcoin miner in 2012. Something he immediately noticed was that accurate information is hard to come by in this space. He started Boxmining in 2017 mainly as a passion project, to educate people on digital assets and share his experiences. Being based in Asia, Michael also found a huge discrepancy between digital asset trends and knowledge gap in the West and China.

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KimiClaw Review: Hosted OpenClaw Privacy and Price

KimiClaw hosts OpenClaw with quick setup and Kimi 2.5, but price, privacy and performance limits matter. It suits users who do not want to self-host.

5 Must Know TIPS Before You Use OpenClaw

OpenClaw has become a go-to tool for building collaborative AI systems that handle everything from research to automation.

OpenClaw Acquired by OpenAI: A Game-Changer for Agentic Workflows?

In a surprising move that’s shaking up the AI landscape, OpenAI has acquired OpenClaw, the innovative agent-building tool created by Peter…

KimiClaw Setup Review: Fast Start, $40 Cost and Timeouts

KimiClaw makes hosted OpenClaw setup fast, but the US$40 cost, timeouts and missing X access weaken its value. Best for users prioritizing convenience.

You NEED to Update Your AI Agent with Cloudflare MarkDown Feature

Cloudflare has just rolled out a groundbreaking feature that converts web pages directly into Markdown format, slashing token usage for AI…

MiniMax 2.5 for AI Agents: Logic Test, Costs and OpenClaw Setup

A hands-on look at MiniMax 2.5 for agent workflows, using a logic test, a multi-agent Discord setup and cost comparisons with Claude Opus.

OpenClaw Setup Guide: The Cheapest Way Using the Latest MiniMax M2.5 Model

In this guide, I’ll walk you through an affordable and straightforward way to get OpenClaw up and running with the cutting-edge MiniMax 2.

Bybit Review (2026): Deep Liquidity After US$1.5B Hack

Bybit offers deep derivatives liquidity and advanced trading tools, but its US$1.5 billion hack and uneven regulatory reach demand extra caution.

The 4-Year Bull Cycle in Bitcoin Isn’t in Play This Time

For years, the crypto community has lived and died by one sacred chart: the Bitcoin halving cycle.

Why Mass Crypto Airdrops Lost Their Edge: 2025 Thesis, 2026 Update

Why broad crypto airdrops became less attractive to projects and farmers, with a 2026 evidence update on Sybil attacks, retention, points and smarter token distribution.

The PIT Review: What Happened to Blockchain.com’s Exchange?

The PIT was Blockchain.com’s high-performance crypto exchange, but it did not recover after the 2023 bear market. This archived review explains its appeal.

Ethereum (ETH) 2026: Complete Beginners Guide

Ethereum is a decentralized blockchain platform that allows developers to build and deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications…

Ethereum 2.0 Explained: The Merge, Staking and 2026 Roadmap

Ethereum 2.0 is now simply Ethereum. Learn what the Merge changed, how staking works, why shard chains were dropped, and what the 2026 roadmap includes.

Buying Cryptocurrency Using Ledger Live: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ledger Live now lets users buy cryptocurrencies directly with credit/debit cards or bank transfers, thanks to integrated services from…

Ledger Nano X Guide: Setup, Bluetooth and Recovery Safety

Set up Ledger Nano X safely, verify the device and receiving addresses, understand Bluetooth, protect the 24-word phrase and compare backup choices.

Anoma XAN Airdrop Status: Testnet Guide Archive

The Anoma XAN token and Season 1 airdrop launched in September 2025. Here is the current 2026 status, closed claim deadline, and archived testnet guide.

Kaspa Finance Airdrop Campaign Full Guide

Kaspa Finance is emerging as a significant player in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, building on the high-speed and scalable Kaspa…

Ledger Nano X Review: Bluetooth Mobility vs Newer Ledgers

Ledger Nano X adds Bluetooth, more app storage and phone support, but newer touchscreen Ledgers improve transaction checks. Best for mobile users.

Trezor Model T Review: Still Worth Buying After Safe 5?

Trezor Model T offers touchscreen self-custody and broad asset support, but Safe 5 is newer. This review helps buyers compare features and value.

Pengu Clash Guide: Pudgy Penguins’ New Play-to-Win Game

The digital landscape of gaming is constantly evolving, with blockchain technology ushering in a new era of interactive experiences.

Zealous Swap Airdrop Status: Claim Ended and Testnet Guide Archived

Zealous Swap Airdrop #4 ended in February 2026. Review the official claim status, current Kaspa DEX, safety warning, and archived testnet steps.

Datagram DGRAM Airdrop, DPTS Claim and Token Guide (2026)

Datagram mainnet is live and DGRAM launched in November 2025. This guide explains the official BSC contract, Alpha DPTS and Capsule claims, vesting, bridge safety, and the risks of paid Full Core node licenses.

Craft World Airdrop and Dyno Coin (COIN) Guide (2026)

Craft World is live on Ronin and its Season 1 airdrop distributed Dyno Coin (COIN). Check the official contract, claim status, withdrawal rules and risks.

HyperEVM Ecosystem Airdrop Guide

HyperEVM, the smart contract layer of the Hyperliquid ecosystem, is designed to provide a high-performance environment for decentralized…