🎧 HASHRATE UP #50 – Where Bitcoin Mining Goes Next w/ Nico Smid
For 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 direction
The hidden truth behind the “144 blocks per day” assumption and how pools calculate rewards
Whether now is the right time to buy machines before the next halving
Insights into Ethiopia’s mining scene and the opportunities and risks across South America
How efficiency, infrastructure, and ROI are shaping strategies for miners worldwide
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