The three most important developments at ThreeFold in September 2025

Every month, ThreeFold shares key developments within their decentralized ecosystem. In this article, we summarize the September update for you. Why? Because these developments matter to anyone who values privacy, ownership, and a fairer digital infrastructure. We explain it clearly, without technical jargon, so you know exactly what’s happening and why it matters to you.

1. The technology behind the network keeps getting stronger

ThreeFold has been building a fairer internet for years. In September, important steps were taken to make the network’s backend even more reliable and scalable:

ThreeFold’s Kubernetes-based platform, “KubeCloud,” was further developed. This technology ensures that digital services continue running smoothly even during high traffic or if one or more nodes fail or go offline temporarily. It provides stability and continuity for applications running on the decentralized internet, all without users noticing a thing.

The “Mycelium Network,” which enables secure communication between nodes, received new features for enhanced security and key management. This means data can be exchanged more safely between participants.

The data protection system was also upgraded: “Quantum Safe Storage” was designed to withstand the computational power of future quantum computers. Your data remains protected—now and in the future.

What this means for you:
You don’t need to be a tech expert to benefit from these improvements. These updates make it possible to use or run services on a network that is stable, secure, and future-proof—without relying on Big Tech.

2. Serious market interest is emerging

There’s growing evidence that the market is ready for an alternative internet:
More than five major organizations have expressed interest in purchasing capacity from the ThreeFold network, companies looking to replace their current cloud infrastructure with this more transparent and sustainable alternative.

A successful funding round was completed in Dubai, allowing the network to scale further.
Meanwhile, the team is working on new partnerships and larger investments to roll out the network globally.

What this means for you:
ThreeFold is no longer a fringe project. There is real interest from businesses and investors. That means: more availability, more support, and more assurance that the network will remain relevant. If you get involved now, you’ll be part of a growing movement from the ground up.

3. New rewards: from automatic issuance to real value

Until now, ThreeFold’s digital token (TFT) was minted automatically, new tokens were regularly created and distributed to node owners (also called farmers) who contributed computing power. But starting November 2025, that changes:

The automatic issuance (minting) of tokens will stop. Instead, participants will be rewarded based on actual usage, meaning, if your node is actively delivering services, you’ll receive fair compensation for it.
A reservation system will also be introduced, allowing users to pre-book capacity. This gives node operators more income predictability.

What this means for you:
If you’re considering joining as a node owner, or already own a node (v3), you’ll still earn rewards for your contribution to the decentralized internet. The nature of the reward will change, shifting from capacity-based to usage-based. The goal is for rewards to remain at least as high as before, potentially even higher.
More details will be shared soon. Of course, we’ll keep you updated.

In summary

In September 2025, ThreeFold made more tangible progress toward building a fairer internet. The technical foundation has been strengthened with upgrades to KubeCloud, Mycelium Network, and quantum-safe storage. At the same time, market interest is rising, with multiple major players lined up to adopt the network, and a successful funding round in Dubai signaling growing confidence. The reward system for node owners is also evolving; participants will now be compensated based on real-world usage instead of automatic token issuance.

ThreeFold is moving from promise to practice, delivering concrete value for users and contributors alike.
👉 Read the full update in the ThreeFold newsroom

Next-generation nodes: more powerful, AI-ready, and a fresh new look

Demand for nodes continues to rise and that’s good news. More and more people are actively contributing to a free, decentralized internet. We can feel that momentum: the previous series of nodes is now almost completely sold out.

At the same time, we’ve continued to improve. The casing (in other words: the box that houses all the hardware) of the previous generation is no longer available. That gave us the opportunity to upgrade several key hardware components, especially to better handle the growing demand for AI.

The result? A brand-new generation of nodes that are more powerful than ever, wrapped in a refined new design. In this update, we’ll explain exactly what has changed  and what it means for you.

Which models have been upgraded?

Ikon Max, Nova Go and Nova Plus: more storage, faster processor

Until now, these three models all shared the same casing. That has now been replaced with a new version – just as compact, but with improved heat dissipation. The internal configuration has also been updated: including a redesigned storage setup aimed at higher performance and long-term reliability.

The new models now offer between 2 TB (Ikon Max15 2TB, Nova Go15 and Nova Plus15) and 4 TB (Ikon Max15 4TB) of storage. Previously, 2 TB was the maximum available.

In addition, all three are now equipped with the Intel Core 5 210H processor, a fast, energy-efficient chip that delivers smoother processing, more stable performance, and better support for demanding applications like AI or distributed cloud environments.

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Nova Pro: faster, smarter, and built for AI

The Nova Pro15 has received a full upgrade, both inside and out. It now features the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor, a high-end chip built specifically for AI and high-performance computing. The result: more processing power, faster multitasking, and optimal energy efficiency all packed into a single advanced processor.

On the storage side, the Nova Pro uses NVMe storage via PCIe 5.0 (NVMe5). If you’re not familiar with the term: this technology allows data to move at extreme speeds, without bottlenecks. It supports data transfer rates of up to 14,800 MB per second. That makes this node perfect for AI applications, heavy workloads, and real-time data analysis.

We tested this ourselves by installing a custom AI assistant on the node and the results were impressive. The speed, stability, and responsiveness showed clearly: this node is already ready for the future.

Whether you’re working with AI, developing software, or simply want full control in a decentralized network: the Nova Pro delivers. Quiet, powerful, and always ready.

All four models are designed to meet the growing demand for reliable decentralized storage, computing power, and communication.

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What does this mean for you?

If you’re ready to help build the decentralized internet, it’s important to choose the node that best fits your needs.

The new generation of nodes offers:

  • More ways to contribute and benefit from the network
  • Direct access to powerful, future-ready technology
  • A simple way to become an active part of the internet of the future

Depending on your goals, you can go in two directions:

Ikon Max – for contribution and personal use

These nodes allow you to contribute capacity to the decentralized network while also using it yourself – partly or fully. Ideal for hosting your own Nextcloud environment, storing data securely, or running your own applications. With the Ikon Max, you’re in full control from day one.

Nova series – for capacity contribution only, with higher guaranteed rewards

The Nova Go, Nova Plus and Nova Pro nodes are fully allocated to ThreeFold for the first 18 months. During that period, they cannot be used for personal applications. But that’s exactly what makes them so attractive: because the capacity is actively used right away, you receive a higher and fixed monthly reward – helping you earn back your investment faster and generate more passive income. After 18 months, the node becomes fully available for your own use.

The Nova Pro offers maximum performance and speed, especially suited for AI and demanding digital tasks.

Important: limited availability

At the moment, the new nodes are not available from stock. Why? The outer casing of this new generation – the part that houses all the advanced tech – is currently hard to source. We depend on our suppliers and can only place an order when they confirm availability.

Once we get the go-ahead, we’ll order immediately. But to be completely transparent: we don’t yet know how many units we’ll be able to get. That’s why priority will go to those who have already placed an order.

Don’t want to miss out or wait longer than necessary? Then order now.
That way, you increase your chances of getting your own node delivered soon and start contributing to the internet of the future: free, independent, and built by all of us.

👉 View the new nodes and place your order