Simply Bitcoin The Wall Street Bitcoin suppression continues: PAY ATTENTION | EP 1420
Jan 16, 2026
Iden Killick, CEO of Hive Digital Technologies, shares insights on the future of Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. He discusses the company's aggressive growth strategies, including a massive expansion plan targeting 2026. Iden highlights the differences between various data center tiers and the role of partnerships in deploying GPUs in Paraguay. He also emphasizes the importance of innovative energy sourcing and the potential of mining in stabilizing energy grids. Tune in for a fascinating blend of Bitcoin and AI!
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Media Hit Framed As Price Suppression
- The New York Times piece on Michael Saylor is framed as a coordinated attack to suppress Bitcoin's price below $100,000.
- Nico interprets the article's timing and author beat as aligned with banking interests rather than neutral journalism.
Author's Beat Shapes Narrative
- Rob Copeland is the Times' primary banking reporter, which Nico uses to suggest a conflict of interest.
- The show's hosts argue that the author's banking beat implies a predisposition against Bitcoin interests.
Saylor's New Year's Eve Party Memory
- Nico recounts attending Michael Saylor's New Year's Eve party where laser-eye visuals were shown on giant screens.
- He describes it as a euphoric top and a memorable Bitcoin celebration with influencers and CEOs.