[ { "id": 1783587613, "title": "Update on the Planned Closure", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Thank you for your continued support of SBI Crypto.", "The termination process of the Stratum server will begin at 22:00 UTC on July 30 (07:00 JST on July 31) and will be completed by 23:59:59 UTC on July 30 (08:59:59 JST on July 31).", "", "[Shutdown Timeline]", "• 22:00 UTC on July 30 / 07:00 JST on July 31 We will begin gracefully disconnecting miners and disabling reconnections.", "• 23:59:59 UTC on July 30 / 08:59:59 JST on July 31 Access to the Stratum server will be fully disabled.", "", "To avoid any disruption to mining operations, we strongly recommend that all clients move their hashrate away from our pool or configure a backup pool before 22:00 UTC on July 30 (07:00 JST on July 31).", "", "After the Stratum server has been shut down, clients will still be able to access our pool website to view historical data and monitor payout status. Further updates regarding the availability of data access will be announced at a later date." ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Mon Aug 31 2026 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1782373711, "title": "Important Notice – Planned Closure of SBI Crypto Mining Pool", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Dear Valued Customer,", "", "We would like to inform you that SBI Crypto has decided to discontinue its", "mining pool service.", "", "We are planning to cease mining pool operations on Friday, July 31, 2026.", "", "The mining pool is scheduled to stop accepting mining shares at 07:00 JST", "(Japan Standard Time) on Friday, July 31, 2026 (22:00 UTC on Thursday, July", "30, 2026). After the cutoff time, it will no longer be possible to submit mining", "shares.", "", "To ensure that all eligible mining shares are included in the final payout", "calculation, we strongly recommend that customers continue directing their", "hashrate to the SBI Crypto mining pool until the scheduled cutoff time.", "", "Until then, we expect the pool to continue operating under normal conditions,", "and customers may continue mining and receiving payouts as usual.", "", "Our goal is to continue providing stable and reliable mining pool operations", "through the planned closure date. We would sincerely appreciate your", "continued support by mining with us until the final day of operation.", "", "To assist customers in preparing for the planned closure, SBI Crypto has", "previously engaged in business and technical discussions with the following", "mining pool operators, which may serve as helpful reference options. The", "operators are listed in alphabetical order for convenience only.", "", "Some operators may offer special programs or preferential conditions for clients", "transitioning from SBI Crypto. Customers are encouraged to contact each", "operator directly for details.", "", "The following information is provided solely for your convenience to assist with", "your transition planning.", "", "Reference Mining Pool Providers", "Braiins", "• Website: https://braiins.com/contact-sales", "• Contact: will.baxter@braiins.com", "Luxor Pool", "• Website: https://luxor.tech/mining", "• Contact: jamie.gill@luxor.tech", "NeoPool", "• Website: https://neopool.com/", "• Contact: sales@neopool.com", "", "Customers are encouraged to evaluate these or any other mining pool providers", "independently based on their own operational, technical, and business", "requirements.", "", "Additional information regarding the shutdown schedule, final payout schedule,", "API availability, web portal access, and other operational details will be", "communicated separately as they become available.", "", "We remain committed to supporting our customers throughout the transition", "period and will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes", "available.", "", "If there is anything we can do to assist you with your transition, please do not", "hesitate to contact us.", "", "On behalf of everyone at SBI Crypto, we sincerely thank you for your trust and", "support over the years.", "", "Sincerely,", "Hiroaki Morita", "CEO", "SBI Crypto Co., Ltd.", "", "Note: The mining pool operators listed above are provided solely as reference", "information based on previous business and technical discussions conducted", "", "by SBI Crypto. Customers are solely responsible for evaluating and selecting", "any mining pool provider. SBI Crypto does not endorse or recommend any", "particular provider and shall not be liable for any loss, damage, service", "interruption, security incident, or other consequences arising from the use of", "any third-party mining pool or related services. The information above is", "provided for convenience only and is believed to be accurate at the time of", "publication. SBI Crypto assumes no responsibility for subsequent changes", "made by any third-party provider." ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Mon Aug 31 2026 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1779352149, "title": "05/25: System Maintenance", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "On 2026-05-25 (Monday)　from 1400 JST to 1700 JST, SBI Crypto Pool's systems will undergo scheduled maintenance.", "There will be no interruption to mining activities. The interface may be unavailable during this period. Please try using it after the maintenance window if you experience any problems.", "For all other questions, please contact us through our support portal." ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Mon May 25 2026 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1775627002, "title": "04/08: Update on Weekend and Public Holiday Operations", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Thank you for your continued support of SBI Crypto.", "After further internal review of our operating structure, we have decided to continue the current weekend and Japanese public holiday operations framework for the time being.", "This reflects the introduction of additional operational management and control measures, which have enabled us to establish a more stable and sustainable framework for weekend and Japanese public holiday operations.", "There is no change at this time to how customers use the service, and you may continue to operate as usual.", "Should there be any further updates regarding operations, we will communicate them as appropriate.", "Thank you again for your continued support.", "SBI Crypto", "Morita", "CEO" ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Fri Apr 24 2026 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1775130030, "title": "04/02: Change to Effective Date for Weekend and Japanese Public Holiday Payout Processing", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Thank you for your continued use of SBI Crypto Mining Pool.", "We would like to inform our clients that the previously announced change regarding the suspension of payout processing on weekends and Japanese public holidays will now take effect on a revised date.", "The change was originally scheduled to take effect from April 4, 2026.", "However, in order to allow for more sufficient advance notice to clients, the new effective date will be April 11, 2026.", "Accordingly, payout processing is expected to continue as usual on April 4 and April 5, 2026.", "We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused.", "We will continue to provide further updates as appropriate.", "Thank you for your understanding.", "SBI Crypto", "Hiroaki Morita", "CEO" ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Fri Apr 17 2026 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1775047002, "title": "04/01: Notice Regarding Future Transition of SBI Crypto Mining Pool Operations", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Thank you for your continued support.", "As previously communicated, SBI Crypto has been reviewing its overall operating structure and the future direction of its mining pool business, including the suspension of operations on weekends and Japanese public holidays, as well as the discontinuation of LTC / DOGE-related operations.", "Following this review, SBI Crypto is moving forward with a planned transition of its mining pool business, with the current expectation that the existing operating structure will be wound down by the end of July 2026.", "At this time, this does not mean an immediate suspension of services. Our current focus is to support an orderly transition while continuing necessary operations and customer support during this period.", "We are also reviewing the most appropriate transition arrangements for the business, operations, and related infrastructure, and we will communicate further updates as necessary.", "During this period, customers may continue to use the service as usual unless otherwise notified. Further details regarding future operations, API / service availability, customer-related arrangements, and other operational matters will be communicated separately as appropriate.", "Customers are encouraged to ensure that any data required for accounting, audit, tax, or other internal purposes is extracted in a timely manner prior to any final service conclusion. Any outstanding payment or settlement-related matters should also be raised with us in due course.", "We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure an orderly and responsible transition.", "If you have any questions regarding this notice, please feel free to contact us directly.", "SBI Crypto", "Hiroaki Morita", "CEO" ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Fri Jul 31 2026 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1774111097, "title": "03/22: Temporary Suspension of LTC and DOGE Mining", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Due to current network conditions, LTC and DOGE mining has been temporarily suspended.", "We are monitoring the situation and will resume operations once conditions stabilize." ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Sun Mar 29 2026 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1770104211, "title": "02/04: Daily payments rescheduled to 5am UTC+0 on Feb 10, 2026.", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Thank you for continuing to use SBI Crypto Pool.", "Due to increased automation of our payment system, we're moving payments approximately three hours later to 5am UTC+0.", "We appreciate your understanding and ongoing loyalty!" ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Sun Mar 01 2026 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1738290560, "title": "01/31: LTC Mining Fee Increase to 3%", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Happy New Year 2025!!", "Thank you for continuing to use SBI Crypto Pool.", "Based upon our periodic reviews we have decided to increase the Litecoin (LTC) mining fees from 0% to 3% effective February 1st. This adjustment aims to improve mining pool performance and enhance the overall experience for everyone. Despite this change, we are proud to still offer one of the lowest fees and highest payouts in the industry.", "We appreciate your understanding and ongoing loyalty!" ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Fri Feb 14 2025 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1704784960, "title": "01/09: New Year LTC Campaign!", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Happy 2024! ", " To kick off the new year, SBI Crypto Pool is now offering a special limited time campaign of zero fees for Litecoin (LTC) miners. ", " Take advantage of this offer to boost your earnings and kick off the year on a positive note. ", " Happy mining ahead!" ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Fri Jan 26 2024 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1703141110, "title": "** CAUTION **", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "There has been an increase in malicious activity on social media and fake websites soliciting signups, money transfers and investments in \"SBI Mining Pool\", \"SBI Crypto Pool\" and similar services. Be aware that fraudulent websites and apps often mimic the appearance of legitimate ones with the intent to deceive. Please note that our only official website is https://www.sbicrypto.com and our X [ formerly Twitter ] account is https://twitter.com/SBICrypto." ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Mon Jan 1 2024 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1702876902, "title": "12/18: Changes to minimum payment threshold", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Thank you all for choosing SBI Crypto Pool. Based upon our periodic reviews, and in response to the recent rising blockchain transaction fees, we have decided to adjust our minimum payment threshold for BTC from 0.0005 BTC to 0.001 BTC effective 12/19/2023. These changes are made in order to uphold our commitment to prompt payments without transaction fees. We appreciate your understanding and ongoing loyalty!" ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Fri Dec 29 2023 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1700451342, "title": "11/21: Changes to minimum payment threshold", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "Thank you all for choosing SBI Crypto Pool. Based upon our periodic reviews, and in response to the recent rising blockchain transaction fees, we have decided to adjust our minimum payment threshold for BTC from 0.00000546 BTC to 0.0005 BTC effective 11/22/2023. Despite this change, we maintain one of the lowest payout thresholds in the industry, reflecting our commitment to prompt payments without transaction fees. We appreciate your understanding and ongoing loyalty!" ], "linkDisplayTextId": "", "expiry": "Fri Dec 01 2023 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1698040810, "title": "10/23: NOW LIVE - Mobile App", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": "https://sbicrypto.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/3/article/1221951680", "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "We are excited to announce that the SBI Crypto web app is now available and can be added to your mobile phone's home screen! For more details, please refer to the FAQ section on how to download it for iOS and Android devices." ], "linkDisplayTextId": "click-here", "expiry": "Mon Nov 06 2023 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1697002131, "title": "10/12: NOW LIVE - Referral Program (Beta)", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": "https://sbicrypto.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portals", "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "SBI Crypto has introduced a beta version of a referral program (Referral Program) that allows referrers to earn a percentage of the pool fees SBI Crypto receives from every account you invite (referees).", "If you would like to become an early participant in the Referral Program as a referrer then please raise a support request ticket through our Support Channel." ], "linkDisplayTextId": "click-here", "expiry": "Tue Oct 31 2023 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1688432555, "title": "07/04: Litecoin Mining (July 1st, 2023)", "type": "status-coin-added", "link": null, "hideInMarketing": false, "body": [ "We are pleased to announce that SBI Crypto Pool has added full support for Litecoin & DOGE merged mining.", "During the introductory period, the fees for FPPS will be set at only 1.5%, whilst PPLNS+ fees will be a mere 0.5%.", "Be sure to tell your friends and start mining with us today!" ], "expiry": "Fri Jul 14 2023 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1685671133, "title": "06/02: NOW LIVE - Advanced Hashrate Allocations", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": "https://sbicrypto.com/features", "body": [ "We are pleased to announce that SBI Crypto Pool has enhanced our hashrate allocations functionality. Gain unprecedented control over your mining operations with the ability to allocate your hashrate between virtual subaccounts based on a prioritized tiered level hierarchy." ], "expiry": "Fri Jun 9 2023 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1682670930, "title": "04/28: New Tiered Fee Structure", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": "https://sbicrypto.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/SBICKB/pages/1221951680/Frequently+Asked+Questions?parentProduct=JSM-Portal&initialAllowedFeatures=&locale=en-US#What-are-the-pool-fees%3F", "body": [ "Dear valued clients, starting May 1st, we're launching a tiered fee structure to maximize your mining potential and enhance our pool.", "Thank you for your ongoing support!" ], "expiry": "Fri May 5 2023 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" }, { "id": 1677214792, "title": "02/24: Miner Financing (MiFi)", "type": "status-general-announcement", "link": "https://www.sbicrypto.com/miner-financing", "linkDisplayTextId": "learn-more", "body": [ "Need financial assistance? Through our extensive partnerships we refer qualified, KYC'ed clients competitive, innovative and flexible financing options to help meet your business needs." ], "expiry": "Fri Mar 10 2023 23:59:59 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)" } ]