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The Pomp Podcast

#1333 Dan Roberts on The Future of Bitcoin & AI Data Centers

Mar 27, 2024
29:35
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Dan Roberts, Co-Founder of IREN, discusses the future of bitcoin mining and AI data centers, energy sources, decision-making frameworks, market reactions, and competitors. They explore the evolution towards power-dense data centers, energy sources for computing, and revenue generation. The conversation also delves into Bitcoin mining strategies, capital allocation decisions, and the strategic growth approach of hybrid companies combining Bitcoin mining and AI.
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  • Dan Roberts focuses on constructing power dense data centers for Bitcoin & AI using renewable energy sources.
  • Iron strategically locates its data centers in regions with abundant renewable energy to maximize cost efficiency.

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Building Power Dense Data Centers for Bitcoin Mining and AI Compute

Iron, co-founded by Dan Roberts, focuses on constructing power dense data centers using cheap renewable energy sources. These centers are designed to cater to Bitcoin mining and AI companies. By utilizing excess renewable energy typically overlooked by others, Iron has positioned itself well to serve the growing demands of both industries. The decision-making framework involves factors like rack density, ventilation, and cooling, setting Iron apart from traditional data centers.

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