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🎧 HASHRATE UP #50 – Where Bitcoin Mining Goes Next w/ Nico SmidFor the 50th episode, Jesse is joined once again by Nico Smid, founder of Digital Mining Solutions. Nico runs one of the most-read mining newsletters in the industry and advises investors and operators on how to navigate the fast-changing world of Bitcoin mining.In this conversation, we dive into:Why hardware cycles matter and what the ProtoMiner launch tells us about the industry’s directionThe hidden truth behind the “144 blocks per day” assumption and how pools calculate rewardsWhether now is the right time to buy machines before the next halvingInsights into Ethiopia’s mining scene and the opportunities and risks across South AmericaHow efficiency, infrastructure, and ROI are shaping strategies for miners worldwide🔥 Sponsored by:Hashbranch – Hosting & hardware made simple. Code: HASHRATEUP100SoloMining.de – Home & solo mining made easy. Code: HASHRATEUP

Steven and Eric Wilson, founders of Wilson Mining, join Jesse to share their candid story of starting and scaling a Bitcoin mining business from the ground up.They reflect on the hard lessons of buying ASICs at the top of the market, why daily hashprice models mislead miners, and how thinking in Bitcoin terms changes investment decisions. We also dive into their philosophy on hosting vs. self-mining, the importance of recurring revenue, and why the recent Proto miner launch could reshape the hardware landscape.Wilson Mining’s journey — from family farming roots in Iowa to running megawatts of hosting capacity — offers practical insights for anyone interested in mining, whether you’re just starting out or building infrastructure at scale.🔥 SPONSORED BYHashbranch – Hosting & hardware made simple. Use code HASHRATEUP100SoloMining.de – Home & solo mining made easy. Use code HASHRATEUP👉 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app.

Reupload from August 1st, 2024 – new episodes return next week. This timeless conversation with Erik Hersman, CEO of Gridless, dives into how off-grid mining is powering Africa’s renewable energy future. We cover revenue-share models, rural electrification, six active sites across three countries, and the Green Africa Mining Alliance’s Seed Program. Hosted by Jesse Pielke.Sponsored by:Hashbranch – Hosting and hardware made simple. Use code HASHRATEUP100 for $100 off every Buy & Host package at hashbranch.comSoloMining – Decentralized, home-based Bitcoin mining made easy. Use code HASHRATEUP at solomining.de

Jeff Booth, author of 'The Price of Tomorrow', and Harald Rauter, a venture capitalist focused on decarbonization, dive into the intersection of Bitcoin, climate change, and monetary systems. They argue that fiat incentivizes climate crisis and how inflation drives environmental issues. Booth discusses Bitcoin mining as a means to enable energy abundance, while Rauter shares insights from his climate finance transition. Their passionate dialogue emphasizes Bitcoin's potential to reshape economies and promote sustainability, particularly in developing nations.

Lessons From a First-Time Miner w/ SantoshIn this episode, Santosh shares his real-world journey into Bitcoin mining — from buying his first 10 ASICs to dealing with warranty delays, broken hashboards, and the tough reality of hosted retail mining.We cover the full cycle: why he started mining, what changed once the machines were online, and what he learned the hard way. This episode is packed with practical lessons for anyone thinking about mining — especially if you're starting small and hosting machines remotely.Sponsored byHashbranch – Hosting & hardware made simple.Use code HASHRATEUP100 at www.hashbranch.comSoloMining.de – Open-source home & solo mining devices.Use code HASHRATEUP at www.solomining.deFollow Hashrate UpWebsite: www.hashrateup.comTwitter: @HashrateUpInstagram: @hashrateupbtcTikTok: @hashrateupLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hashrateupGuest: SantoshIndustrial engineer turned Bitcoiner. Known as "Student of Bitcoin" — a personal project documenting his learning journey since 2020.Website: studentofbitcoin.com

HASHRATE UP #045 – Optimizing Bitcoin Miners: Control Boards, Firmware & Cooling w/ Jim SetoIn this episode, Jesse is joined by Jim Seto, CEO of Epic Blockchain Technologies — a hardware-first company focused on building smarter, more modular Bitcoin mining systems.Jim explains how Epic develops custom control boards, firmware, and full-system ASIC solutions for miners operating in both large-scale and remote environments. The conversation dives into:- Why control boards are the “nervous system” of a mining rig- Firmware upgrades that improve uptime and efficiency- Thermodynamic limits and the future of air vs. hydro cooling- Modular hardware and second-life strategies for aging ASICs- Working with Bitmain, Intel Blockscale, Gridless, and more- Mining infrastructure in Africa, LATAM, and the Middle East- Raising capital, scaling lean teams, and staying customer-driven“Our clients want control, resilience, and flexibility. That’s what we build for.”SPONSORED BYHashbranch – Hosting and hardware made simple.Use code HASHRATEUP100 for $100 off every Buy & Host package:https://hashbranch.comSoloMining – Decentralized, home-based Bitcoin mining made easy.https://solomining.deABOUT HASHRATE UPHashrateUp is a podcast focused on the fields of Bitcoin mining and energy, as well as the intersection of the two. Every week new episodes are released featuring industry guests and deep insights guided by the host’s energy and infrastructure background.Jesse is based in Cape Town and works as a consultant in the Bitcoin mining industry. He founded HashrateUp to bring more hashrate to Africa.For more: hashrateup.com

🎧 HASHRATE UP #44 – How to Buy and Sell Hashrate in Real Time (w/ Marko Tarman, Nicehash)What if you could buy 5 exahash of Bitcoin mining power in seconds — without owning a single ASIC?In this episode, Jesse talks to Marko Tarman, Lead Mining Manager at Nicehash, about how Nicehash has created the world’s first real-time spot market for Bitcoin hashrate. They discuss how the system works, why buyers are bidding on SHA256, how payouts compare to traditional FPPS pools, and why institutional miners still hesitate to join.If you're a miner or a buyer of hashrate, this episode will change how you think about mining economics.SPONSORED BYHashbranch – Hosting & hardware made simple. Use code HASHRATEUP100: hashbranch.comSoloMining – Home-based Bitcoin mining made easy: solomining.de🎙 About HashrateUpHashrateUp is a weekly podcast about Bitcoin Mining and Energy — hosted by Jesse, a mining consultant based in Cape Town, focused on bringing more hashrate to Africa.🎧 Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hashrateupFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HashrateUp

🎧 HASHRATE UP #043 – Heat is a Product, Not a Problem (w/ Tyler Stevens, Exergy)This week, Jesse speaks with Tyler Stevens, author of Bitcoin Mining Heat Reuse and founder of Exergy, a company focused on integrating Bitcoin miners into heating infrastructure.They explore:– The economic viability of heat reuse in mining– Tyler’s background in thermal engineering– The 3-tier model of heat reuse: residential, commercial, industrial– Retrofitting ASICs for homes & businesses– Real-world case studies: hot spring resorts, Finland’s district heating– Standardization, chip access & the future of smart heatTyler explains why reused heat could become a primary utility of Bitcoin mining, enabling a new generation of decentralized, energy-efficient infrastructure.🎙 ABOUT HASHRATE UPHashrateUp is a Podcast focused on the fields of Bitcoin Mining and Energy, as well as the intersection of the two. Every week new episodes are released. The podcast always features a guest from the industry and shares insights based on the host’s questions.Jesse is the host. He has an energy background and works as a consultant in the Bitcoin Mining industry. He is based in Cape Town and his business was founded on the premise of bringing more Hashrate to Africa.🔥 SPONSORED BYHashbranch – Hosting and hardware made simple.Use code HASHRATEUP100 for $100 off every Buy & Host package.👉 https://hashbranch.comSoloMining – Decentralized, home-based Bitcoin mining made easy.👉 https://solomining.deUse code HASHRATEUP for 5% offFirefish – Bitcoin-backed loans made simple.👉 https://firefish.io/?ref=HASHRATEUPUse code HASHRATEUP for 30% off platform fees📲 FOLLOW HASHRATE UP🌐 Website: https://hashrateup.com🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HashrateUp📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hashrateupbtc/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hashrateup💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hashrateup📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hashrateup👤 GUEST: Tyler StevensFounder of Exergy | Author of Bitcoin Mining Heat Reuse🔗 https://tylerstevens.me

🎧 HashrateUp #42 – From Flare Gas to 500+ MW: Inside Giga Energy’s Bitcoin Mining InfrastructureIn this episode, Jesse is joined by Collin Kelly, Enterprise Account Manager at Giga Energy, to unpack how the company evolved from flare gas Bitcoin mining to delivering institutional-grade infrastructure across the globe.Collin shares his journey from building his own mining startup to leading enterprise deals at Luxor and now at Giga. He explains what makes high-quality mining containers stand out, why after-sales service is a serious advantage, and how trends like hydro cooling, ASIC standardization, and smart infrastructure are shaping the next wave of Bitcoin mining.🎙 Topics include:– Giga Energy’s origin in flare gas mining– Air-cooled vs hydro vs immersion containers– ASIC compatibility and 2U form factors– Hosting ROI and turnkey site sales– Why most infrastructure fails without local support– What sets Giga apart: warranty, spare parts, and serviceWhether you run a 20 MW farm or are planning your first ASICs, this episode will sharpen your perspective on what it takes to scale mining infrastructure the right way.🔥 Sponsored by:Hashbranch – Hosting & hardware made simple💥 Use code HASHRATEUP100 for $100 off👉 hashbranch.comSoloMining – Home-based Bitcoin mining made easy👉 solomining.de – Code: HASHRATEUPFirefish – Bitcoin-backed loans without selling BTC👉 firefish.io/?ref=HASHRATEUP – Code: HASHRATEUP📡 Stay connected:Twitter: @HashrateUpYouTube: HashrateUp🧠 Tags:#BitcoinMining #GigaEnergy #MiningInfrastructure #HydroMining #ASICHosting #FlareGas #ProofOfWork #Hashrate #BitcoinPodcast

EPISODE 41 — The Bitcoin Hosting Business Is Way Harder Than You ThinkGuest: Brock Tompkins (CEO, Deep South Operating)Brock Tompkins is the CEO of Deep South Operating (DSO), a U.S.-based hosting provider running 35 megawatts across two sites in Mississippi and Tennessee — including immersion setups and one of the most unique mining locations in North America: a decommissioned nuclear facility.In this episode, Brock opens up about the real challenges of operating hosting infrastructure at scale. We talk about:– Why DSO was born from a bad customer experience– What happens when clients abandon their ASICs– Why immersion didn’t work out as planned– How power prices and contracts define survival– The future of rev-share deals and post-halving margins– DSO’s next move: Bitaxe-style home miners built in the USAThis is a raw, honest, and deeply practical conversation for anyone serious about mining — whether you're running a few machines or managing megawatts.—SPONSORSHashbranch – Hosting and hardware made simple💥 Use code HASHRATEUP100 for $100 off every Buy & Host package🔗 https://hashbranch.comSoloMining – Quiet, powerful home-based mining made easy💥 Use code HASHRATEUP🔗 https://solomining.deFirefish – Bitcoin-backed loans made simple💥 Use code HASHRATEUP🔗 https://firefish.io/?ref=HASHRATEUP—🎙 Host: Jesse PielkeCape Town-based energy consultant and mining strategistHashrateUp shares weekly conversations at the intersection of Bitcoin, mining, and energy.—🌐 More: hashrateup.com🎧 YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram – @hashrateup