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Bob Burnett

Shifted from tech executive to Bitcoin mining leader, focusing on innovative and sustainable solutions. He offers insights into Bitcoin's future and advises tech entrepreneurs.

Top 10 podcasts with Bob Burnett

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10 snips
Jul 31, 2024 • 60min

BTC193: The Financialization of Bitcoin Blockspace w/ Bob Burnett (Bitcoin Podcast)

Bob Burnett, a Bitcoin mining and technology expert, dives into the often-misunderstood value of Bitcoin blockspace. He discusses how the future of mining is set to evolve, emphasizing the economic implications of blockspace scarcity. Bob highlights the strategic significance of blockspace for major corporations and explains how miners are transitioning from merely producing Bitcoin to offering blockspace services. The conversation also touches on the potential impacts of mining on financial services and energy markets.
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Dec 22, 2024 • 1h 27min

The Economics of Bitcoin Mining with Bob Burnett - Bitcoin Infinity Show #139

Bob Burnett, CEO of Barefoot Mining and a devoted Bitcoin advocate, dives deep into Bitcoin mining's economics. He tackles the flawed FPPS payout model and explores the notion of Bitcoin block space as a commodity. The conversation sheds light on the challenges of state control over mining and emphasizes the importance of decentralization. Bob introduces the innovative Ocean mining pool, sharing its philosophy and successful launch. The talk also touches on sustainable energy in mining and the future marketplace for Bitcoin block space.
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Apr 16, 2025 • 1h 30min

THE RISKS OF BITCOIN MINING CENTRALISATION w/ Bob Burnett

Bob Burnett, the Chairman and CEO of Barefoot Mining, sheds light on the critical intersection of energy production and Bitcoin mining. He discusses how the control of block space can dictate economic power in a Bitcoinized world and warns of the risks of centralization within mining pools. The conversation dives into the necessity for sustainable energy solutions and critiques the complacency among Bitcoin enthusiasts. Burnett also explores geopolitical influences on mining and the evolving dynamics between miners, corporations, and financial institutions.
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Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 51min

The Last Trade E044: Bitcoin Mining’s Next Epoch with Bob Burnett

Expert in Bitcoin mining, Bob Burnett, discusses challenges facing miners, advantages of small-scale mining, efficiencies of multiple-use miners, lessons from the tech boom, miner stack & vertical integration, scarcity of block space, decentralization of block template creation, future of miner revenue, mining pool transparency, evolution of fee market, base layer capacity & scalability, and importance of innovation in the industry.
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Feb 15, 2024 • 1h 20min

Prepare for the Halving with Bob Burnett and Rapha Zagury | EP 144

Discussion on Swan Mining's bold initiative and the upcoming halving's impact on Bitcoin mining industry. Topics include sourcing energy for ASIC machines, risks of centralization, decentralizing hash rate with Ocean pool and Stratum V2, and the convergence of financial institutions with Bitcoin mining.
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Oct 11, 2024 • 1h 40min

The Last Trade E069: A Random Walk Down the Timechain with Bob Burnett

In this engaging discussion, Bob Burnett, CEO of Barefoot Mining and blockchain innovator, dives into the fascinating world of Bitcoin mining. He explores the concept of proof-of-work randomness and its applications, including innovative uses in gaming and blockchain technology. Bob highlights the importance of smaller-scale operations and addresses challenges like mining centralization. The conversation also touches on the profitability of utilizing stranded gas wells for energy and the evolving role of financial institutions in mining.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 1h 17min

BTC170: Bitcoin's Hardware Future w/ Bob Burnett (Bitcoin Podcast)

Bob Burnett, a former tech executive turned Bitcoin mining leader, dives into the innovative future of Bitcoin. He emphasizes sustainability in mining practices and discusses the critical role of ASICs and their applications beyond finance. Burnett shares strategies for navigating the complex regulatory landscape and highlights the importance of adaptability for tech entrepreneurs. With insights into future trends, he reveals how Bitcoin hardware can play roles in various sectors, including gaming, showcasing the transformative potential of this technology.
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Oct 29, 2024 • 54min

57: Bob Burnett ON: Blockspace Matters

In this enlightening discussion, Bob Burnett, Founder and CEO of Barefoot Mining, shares his vast expertise in Bitcoin and technology. He argues that the scarcity of blockspace is just as crucial as Bitcoin itself. Bob explores how nation-states might influence Bitcoin mining and its implications for individual users. He emphasizes the need for decentralization in computing and its role in Bitcoin's evolution. Additionally, he discusses how rising blockspace fees could affect transaction dynamics, setting the stage for Bitcoin's future position.
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Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 4min

Bitcoin’s Blocksize Scarcity with Bob Burnett of Barefoot Mining (SLP525)

Bob Burnett, CEO of Barefoot Mining, and Stephan Livera discuss bitcoin's blockspace scarcity, UTXO management, different types of miners, the miner's trilemma, arguments against public company mining, and the decentralization of mining. They also touch on topics such as mining profitability, lightning wallets, and challenges faced by public mining companies.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 1h 2min

Bob Burnett: Block Space Scarcity and the Need For Layer 2s to Scale

Bob Burnett, CEO of Barefoot Mining, discusses block space scarcity, the need for layer 2 scaling solutions like Lightning, and the potential increase in block fees. They explore the importance of securing wealth and promoting societal fairness with Bitcoin for boomers.