With the widespread adoption of Proof of Stake (PoS), more investors are realizing that simply "buying and holding" crypto assets no longer meets the value growth demands of the 2026 market. For Bitcoin (BTC) holders, the barriers to physical mining remain daunting—expensive mining rigs, high electricity costs, and the need for professional operations make it inaccessible for most ordinary users. So, beyond BTC and ETH mining, which mainstream cryptocurrencies does Gate support for mining?
SOL Mining: The Top Choice for Yield on High-Activity Blockchains
Solana (SOL) stands out as a leading high-performance blockchain, maintaining consistently strong ecosystem activity. According to Gate’s latest platform data as of April 22, 2026, the total staked SOL in its mining (staking) product has reached 561,100 SOL, with a reference annual yield of 8.50%. When users stake SOL, they receive GTSOL liquidity certificates of equal value, which support instant redemption. This allows users to earn yield without worrying about their funds being locked.
GT Mining: Exclusive Rewards for Platform Token Holders
GT, Gate’s core ecosystem token, serves not only as a fee deduction tool but also as a key asset for participating in ecosystem governance and earning additional rewards. GT mining uses a dedicated mechanism—users stake GT to receive GT2 as yield certificates, and a 100% reserve mechanism provides robust protection for user assets. Currently, the total GT staked in mining products has surpassed 40.19 million GT. The minimum investment is just 1 GT, with flexible staking and redemption, ensuring excellent liquidity.
Stablecoin Mining: Steady Compound Returns with GUSD and USDT
For investors seeking stable returns, stablecoin mining is an option not to be overlooked.
GUSD is a high-quality yield asset backed by Gate ecosystem revenue, government bond RWA, and other stablecoins. Its total minted supply has exceeded 192 million. GUSD minting (staking) features a tiered annual rate, starting at a base of 3.30%. Small-scale stakers can earn additional rewards, with the combined annual yield reaching up to 100%.
USDT, the most traded stablecoin, offers holders an earning plan with yields ranging from 2% to 12.5% on Gate. Funds can be deposited and withdrawn at any time, making it an ideal option for idle capital.
Launchpool: Flexible Yield Opportunities with New Token Mining
Gate Launchpool offers users more flexible earning opportunities. In April 2026, Gate Launchpool launched 23 new projects, with most annual yields ranging from 5% to 98%. Some top projects even offer peak staking yields above 500%. Users can stake BTC, ETH, GUSD, or project tokens to participate in new token airdrops, with rewards automatically credited every hour.
Conclusion
At Gate, asset growth is no longer limited to buying low and selling high. Beyond BTC and ETH mining, Gate has built a diverse mining matrix covering over 20 mainstream cryptocurrencies, including SOL, GT, GUSD, USDT, ZETA, SUI, ATOM, DOT, ADA, LTC, DOGE, and XRP. Whether you’re seeking high returns through PoS staking, prefer stable compound interest with stablecoin products, or are a newcomer looking to participate in PoW mining via cloud computing, Gate’s on-chain earning solutions offer something for everyone. The platform ensures asset security through rigorous protocol reviews and professional risk assessments. In the crypto market of 2026, putting idle assets to work is becoming the smart choice to weather both bull and bear cycles.
