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Hosting BitcoinThe Next Phase of Bitcoin Mining w/Nico & CindyWe cover:🔹 What the Zeta Hash milestone actually signals for miners🔹 Why hash rate alone is no longer the dominant metric🔹 How efficiency and capital discipline are reshaping mining economics🔹 The impact of AI and HPC on mining infrastructure🔹 What’s changing in ASIC cycles and hardware strategy🔹 How energy strategy is becoming a competitive advantage🔹 Where mining stocks and capital markets are heading next🎙 Guests:Nico Smid - Founder, Digital Mining SolutionsCindy Feng - Founder, BitcoinMiningStock.io⏱️ Timestamps (Highlights)00:00 – Guest introductions & episode overview04:20 – Bitcoin ETFs and in...
2026-01-151h 15
HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast064 Bitcoin Mining Annual Outlook 2026 w/ Nico Smid📄 NiceHash Annual Bitcoin Mining Report
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In this episode of HashrateUp, Jesse sits down with Nico Smid, founder of Digital Mining Solutions, to break down the NiceHash Annual Bitcoin Mining Report and what it reveals about the current state of Bitcoin mining.
They unpack key insights from the report, including hashrate growth, compressed hashprice, ASIC pricing dynamics, manufacturer self-mining, and why AI and HPC competition is pushing miners toward the fringes of the energy system.
Topics covered include:
Why mining economics remain under pressure
What falling ASIC prices...
2026-01-1244 minHashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast050 Where Bitcoin Mining Goes Next w/ Nico Smid🎧 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...
2025-08-2636 min
MorgenboldGyökeres til Arsenal!? + Nico Williams Driller Barcelona! | Transfer Special pt. 3🎙️ Om denne episode:Her er en ny omgang transfer rygter og spekulationer, samt nyheder fra fodboldverden, inklusiv Fabrizio Romano malkning, Thomas Partey Skandale og mere!🔥 Smid et like og subscribe! 🔥⚽ Hvis du elsker fodbold, så slå notifikationer til, så du aldrig misser en ny video!💬 Skriv en kommentar – vi elsker at høre jeres tanker!🔗 Følg Morgenbold på sociale medier:https://linktr.ee/morgenboldpod📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgenboldpod?igsh=MXB0cGM2c2hobDV0dA==🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgenboldpod🐦 X: https://x.com/morgenboldpod🎧 Lyt til podcasten her:📍 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6UC4nHLpJfLZ18PGw2zYDv?si=c8d91d102f674fa3📍 Ap...
2025-07-0857 minHosting BitcoinBitcoin Mining Success Secrets w/ Nico SmidWe Dive Into🔹 Starting small and scaling smart in mining🔹 Geographic strategy: US stability + South American seasonality🔹 Selling BTC at highs to cover ops and build flexibility🔹 Why uptime beats the cheapest power🔹 Cooling tech as the next mining frontier🔹 Market timing: buy gear in the bear🔹 When old ASICs make more sense than new ones🔹 Infrastructure delays and how to plan for them🔹 Knowing when to cut losses with operators🔹 Hash power markets and tokenized mining exposure🔹 Buying used miners already hashing to lower risk 🎙 Guest: Nico SmidSubscribe to N...
2025-04-121h 15
Zwergen Talk - Bauspargeflüster aus der LBSEpisode 11 - Silke Pöhls "Das Leben wird anders schön"
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2025-03-1240 min
Compass MiningAnalyzing Hash Cost, Hash Rate, Hash Price & How To Recession Proof Your Bitcoin Mining Fleet With Nico SmidIn this episode of the Compass Mining Podcast, Nico Smid joins Jarrett Carpenter to break down the economics of Bitcoin mining, focusing on hash cost, hash price, and profitability strategies. They examine how Bitcoin price volatility and operational expenses shape the mining landscape. Nico shares insights on how miners can stay profitable amidst market shifts and economic downturns. The discussion also covers upcoming mining events and industry feedback on Nico's latest annual 2024 mining report.Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/L55MyLegAwA⛏️⚡️ EPISODE CHAPTERS ⛏️⚡️00:00 - Nico's Intro00:1...
2025-03-1129 min
OP_ReturnJAN13: Coldcard's TxPush simplifies sending; “What’s the Problem? by Joe Bryan; Hal Finney not Satoshi; 2024 mining reviewIn today's episode of Op Return from Bitcoin Park, we delve into some exciting developments and discussions in the Bitcoin industry. First up, we explore the launch of TX Push by Coldcard, a new technology that simplifies the process of broadcasting transactions from hardware wallets. This innovation eliminates the need for scanning QR codes and enhances security by using NFC technology, making the process more accessible and secure.Next, we discuss "What's the Problem?", a masterclass video by London entrepreneur Joe Brian. This video addresses the foundational issues Bitcoin aims to solve, such as fiat money manipulation...
2025-01-1311 min
The Mining Pod | Blockspace Media2024 Bitcoin Mining Year in Review w/ Nico SmidWelcome back to The Mining Pod! For this week’s Bitcoin Stock Show, Digital Mining Solutions Founder Nico Smid joins us to share insights from Digital Mining Solution’s 2024 year-end report. During the conversation, Smid shares his and his co-author Cindy Feng’s findings on a range of topics, including 2024’s hashrate growth relative to prior years, bitcoin mining trends in Latin America, pending mining IPOs, predictions for 2025, and more!Published twice weekly, "The Mining Pod" interviews the best builders and operators in the Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining landscape. Subscribe to get notifications when we publi...
2025-01-0940 min
Compass MiningReviewing The Bitcoin Mining Industry's BIG Year With Nico SmidIn this episode of the Compass Mining Podcast, Nico Smid joins Jarrett to dive into the key developments that shaped Bitcoin mining in 2024. They explore critical topics like the Bitcoin halving, network hashrate growth, geographical shifts, and the economics of mining, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.
Nico Smid provides insights into post-halving hash price dynamics, the evolution of ASIC hardware, and the intersection of Bitcoin mining with emerging technologies like AI and high-performance computing (HPC). The conversation also examines the volatility of transaction fees, the role of mining pools, and Bitmain's dominance in the...
2025-01-071h 02
Een Nieuwe Koers#103 - Pioniers | Hoe blijven bitcoinminers winstgevend?🇳🇱 Nederland is niet zo geschikt voor bitcoinmining. Althans, je moet er een stuk creatiever zijn. In het buitenland is er op veel meer plekken overschot van (hernieuwbare) energie. Nico Smid woont in 🇦🇷 Zuid-Amerika en is daar bitcoinminingconsultant. Deze Pionier stond aan de basis van een bitcoinminingoperatie bij een enorme Argentijnse waterdam. Nico weet dus als geen ander hoe het zit met de business case van miners.In deze aflevering gaat Nico daar over met Danny in gesprek. Hoe zit het met de winstgevendheid van mining sinds de halving? En hoe zit het met de computerkracht voor AI? Gaat het de...
2025-01-0528 min
The Robin Seyr PodcastBitcoin's ATH in 2025: Hashrate & TX Fees PROJECTING a HUGE Price SURGE!Nico Smid about what BTC Mining metrics can tell us about the future price!
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2025-01-031h 06
Energizing Bitcoin & Ai#056 - Nico Smid - From Govt Job to Bitcoin MogulJoin over 4,000 professionals in the next-generation community for the energy industry 👉 https://bit.ly/4dwXWsEDive deep into the future of Bitcoin mining with Jake, Justin, and special guest Nico Smid, founder of Digital Mining Solutions, on the Energizing Bitcoin Podcast. Discover how Bitcoin mining is evolving and the key insights you must know now! This episode explores the challenges and opportunities within the Bitcoin mining industry, including hash rate dynamics, the impact of new mining technologies, and the potential integration of AI.Key Takeaways:- Industry Insights: Nico shares his expertise on the sta...
2024-10-041h 00
Crypto Update | BNRCrypto Update: Trump doet eerste presidentiële bitcointransactie OOIT!Donald Trump had vannacht een primeur: hij is de eerste (ex-)president die een bitcointransactie voltooide. Dat deed hij in de Pubkey Bitcoinbar in New York, onder toeziend hoog van tientallen bitcoiners én een cameraploeg van FOX News. Heel soepel ging het niet. Trump had duidelijk moeite met het scannen van de QR-code, waarna er ook nog twijfel was of de transactie daadwerkelijk lukte. De geslaagde betaling leverde uiteindelijk een luid applaus op. Het grote Token2049 is op dit moment aan de gang in Singapore. 20.000 bezoekers en duizenden bedrijven hebben zich verzameld en dat is altijd een m...
2024-09-1906 minCryptocast | BNRCrypto Update: Trump doet eerste presidentiële bitcointransactie OOIT!Donald Trump had vannacht een primeur: hij is de eerste (ex-)president die een bitcointransactie voltooide. Dat deed hij in de Pubkey Bitcoinbar in New York, onder toeziend hoog van tientallen bitcoiners én een cameraploeg van FOX News. Heel soepel ging het niet. Trump had duidelijk moeite met het scannen van de QR-code, waarna er ook nog twijfel was of de transactie daadwerkelijk lukte. De geslaagde betaling leverde uiteindelijk een luid applaus op. Het grote Token2049 is op dit moment aan de gang in Singapore. 20.000 bezoekers en duizenden bedrijven hebben zich verzameld en dat is altijd een m...
2024-09-1906 minCryptocast | BNRGrote miners zoeken nieuwe verdienmodellen en komen uit bij AI | 343 BVandaag praten we in de Cryptocast over mining. Te gast is Nico Smid, oprichter van Digital Mining Solutions, een advies-bedrijf voor de miningwereld. Bovendien schrijft Nico wekelijks ook een nieuwsbrief namens zijn onderneming, waarin hij verslag doet van alles rondom de wereld van compute. Ook spreken we over de nieuwe verdienmodellen rond mining. Want waar de meeste miners nu op een houtje moeten bijten, zijn er ook kansen in de markt. Neem bijvoorbeeld de razendsnelle opkomst van AI. Voor het trainen en onderhouden van deze modellen is heel veel computerkracht nodig, die niet altijd goed be...
2024-09-1755 minHashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast015: Paraguay & Q1 2024 Bitcoin Mining Review w/ Nico SmidWe welcome back Nico Smid, for a comprehensive look at the first quarter of 2024's mining metrics, including hash rate trends, ASIC market updates, and the profitability of mining operations. Nico provides a detailed analysis of the latest ASIC models, the hash price, and the implications of the upcoming Bitcoin halving on the mining landscape.
2024-04-171h 12HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast006: The Bitcoin Mining Boom with Nico SmidJoin us in this insightful episode of the HashrateUp Podcast as we dive deep into the Bitcoin mining boom we saw in 2023. Jesse Pielke, welcomes back Nico Smid, a Bitcoin mining specialist, for an in-depth discussion on his latest report covering hashrate developments, difficulty adjustments, ASIC profitability, and emerging trends in the mining landscape.
2024-02-111h 07
Ungovernable MisfitsUngovernable Misfits: ACTION NEWS!!!Ungovernable Misfits – ACTION NEWS!!! Episode 1Ungovernable Misfits – ACTION NEWS!!!, say it right, with 3 exclamation points or the Mafia, in their black hoodies will hunt you down. Get your hoodie here ACTION NEWS!!! is your source for news on the Bitcoin Mining scene! Statistics, #BitcoinMining news, energy market alpha, comedy relief, and as always, witty banter between Max and Jon.Witty banter consists of reverse burping, Max’s dog’s bowel issues, the NEMS pool panel with Medi Naseri and Luke Dashjr, winter demand response programs...
2024-02-041h 32
Ungovernable MisfitsPleb Miner Monthly EP12 - Don’t sell out! Bitcoin deserves better!Pleb Miner Monthly Episode 12 Show Notes It’s Thanksgiving season in the US, perhaps Plebs all around the world can stop, take a pause, and appreciate the wonderful world we live in. Intro Music: Rolling Band – Gratitude (Beastie Boys Cover) Statistics brought to you by Lincoin Mining. Lincoin Mining is a pool, an ASIC management hub, and energy trading platform. Ask about bundling services. Statistics Summary Global Hashrate 30 MA - 458 EH/s Other Minin...
2023-11-221h 38HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast17 A: Industry Expertise w/ N. SmidBlock Height: 809.432
Summary: Today I spoke to Nico Smid! He runs his own Company called Digital Mining Solutions where he provides advice to hosting service providers and self-miners with a focus on Latin America. He has a wealth of experience in the mining industry and I am glad he let me pick his brains!
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2023-09-2658 min
Ungovernable MisfitsPleb Miner Monthly EP08 ( Bitcoin mining news and statistics.)Pleb Miner Monthly Episode 8 Just like Marionettes, Max and Jon Swing to the Symphony… of the NPC nightmare we’re currently living in, yes yes yes, Bitcoin so good. The phenomenon is called NPC streaming. A nym named “X-Nardo” (@PepenardoStudio) describes it as a “digital landscape where individuals transform into virtual marionettes, controlled by the whims of their audience” kind of like when people put absurd messages in FountainFM Boosts and force Max and Jon to scream “Baaaaaaarrrnnnnminer” and such (It’s okay, we like it, yes yes yes, Boosts so good). ...
2023-07-281h 43
Ungovernable MisfitsPleb Miner Monthly 007 - Bitcoin mining Mafia.Pleb Miner Monthly Episode 7 Show Notes Billy Idol and Pleb Miner Mafia member Paul, perform the duet “Hot in Texas Tonight” FountainFM Boosts are an important part of the show we read every single one regardless of the amount of sats boosted. Plebs are vital to the show, we thank you for your support. Statistics are brought to you by Lincoin Mining and their suite of products. Global hash rate is 368EH/s, Difficulty 50.56T a recent - 3.26% adjustment TX/Block Reward h...
2023-06-301h 46
Everything Bitcoin Mining : The Sazmining PodcastExpert Insights on Bitcoin Mining with Nico SmidIn this episode, Will interviews Nico Smid, an Advisor and Broker for Bitcoin Self-Mining Operations. Tune in to explore the latest trends in the Bitcoin mining industry, from 100% renewable energy hosting to network hash rate.
Nico simplifies complex concepts and explains the benefits of hosting for miners. He shares his experience setting up mining operations in Argentina and the opportunities he found with abundant energy sources.
Dive into the intricacies of network difficulty and gain insights into making informed mining decisions. Listen to the full episode to learn about various treasury management strategies and how...
2023-06-051h 12
Ungovernable MisfitsPMM005 A Bitcoin mining podcast focused on the Pleb Miner, the stalwart that defends the Bitcoin Network.Pleb Miner Monthly Episode 4 A Bitcoin mining podcast focused on the Pleb Miner, the stalwart that defends the Bitcoin Network. Listen and Boost the show on Fountain App Statistics by Lincoin Pool and Lincoin Lens Statistics has been brought to you by Lincoin Pool. Lincoin has a new product! Revolutionize #Bitcoin mining with Rails. Compatible with all major ASICs Boty Joke – My wife said I should do lunges to stay in shape. That would be a big step forward. Bitesize Bitcoin by FixRigs
2023-04-251h 20
Ungovernable MisfitsPleb Miner Monthly EP04 - Bitcoin Minings Statistics, Hash Rate up, Hash value up.A Bitcoin mining podcast focused on the Pleb Miner, the stalwart that defends the Bitcoin Network. Listen and Boost the show on Fountain App Statistics by Lincoin Pool and Lincoin Lens Statistics has been brought to you by Lincoin MINING! That’s right I said Lincoin Mining. Licoin has changed their telegram handle to @ LincoinMining Why? Because they are not just a mining pool, thye are a mining experience. Revenue management, Firmware, Market analysis and of course a mining pool. They also have their Lincoin agent miner management software and their teams f...
2023-03-271h 14Cryptocast | BNRCrypto Update: Nieuw taalmodel GPT-4 haalt bugs uit smart contractsHet recent verschenen taalmodel GPT-4 kan bugs fixen in een contract. Dat bleek uit een test van oud Coinbase-directeur Conor Grogan. De kunstmatige intelligentie haalde direct zeven bugs uit het smart contract. En bij Ethereum slaat de deflatie toe. Deze week in de Cryptocast Een gesprek met Nico Smid, oprichter van Digital Mining Solutions. Smid woont in Argentinië en werkt aan bitcoinmining, vooral in Paraguay. Het land zit in een bijzondere situatie met een groot energieoverschot. Mining lijkt dus een ideale oplossing. Co-host is Bert Slagter. GPT-4 haalt bugs uit smart contract D...
2023-03-1605 minCrypto Update | BNRCrypto Update: Nieuw taalmodel GPT-4 haalt bugs uit smart contractsHet recent verschenen taalmodel GPT-4 kan bugs fixen in een contract. Dat bleek uit een test van oud Coinbase-directeur Conor Grogan. De kunstmatige intelligentie haalde direct zeven bugs uit het smart contract. En bij Ethereum slaat de deflatie toe. Deze week in de Cryptocast Een gesprek met Nico Smid, oprichter van Digital Mining Solutions. Smid woont in Argentinië en werkt aan bitcoinmining, vooral in Paraguay. Het land zit in een bijzondere situatie met een groot energieoverschot. Mining lijkt dus een ideale oplossing. Co-host is Bert Slagter. GPT-4 haalt bugs uit smart contract D...
2023-03-1605 minCryptocast | BNR263 B: Bitcoinmining met duurzame energie in ParaguayNa het landelijke miningverbod in China isoleerde een groot deel van de rekenkracht op het bitcoinnetwerk zich in de VS. Of dat snel gaat veranderen is de vraag, maar in Latijns-Amerika is bezig met een inhaalslag. Dat horen we van Nico Smid, die met zijn bedrijf Digital Mining Solutions werkt aan verschillende projecten in onder meer Paraguay. Waarom daar? En welke rol spelen Bitcoin en andere projecten in economie van bijvoorbeeld Argentinië, Paraguay en Brazilië? Co-host is Bert Slagter. Gasten Nico Smid Bert Slagter Links Het instorten van SVB...
2023-03-1447 minCryptocast | BNR263 A: Amerikaanse bankencrisis doet Bitcoin goedVorige week maakten we in de Cryptocast melding van de problemen bij Silvergate. Toch werd het definitief omvallen van de cryptobank niet het belangrijkste nieuws van deze week. Want ook de (veel) grotere banken Singature en Silicon Valley Bank kwamen deze week plotseling in de problemen en werden uiteindelijk het slachtoffer van een bankrun. Ook deze banken stonden positief tegenover crypto. Draait de Amerikaanse toezichthouder de Amerikaanse sector definitief de nek om? Gasten Nico Smid Bert Slagter Links Het instorten van SVB Barney Frank over de ingreep b...
2023-03-1421 min
Ungovernable MisfitsPleb Miner Monthly EP 3 - Crypto cloaks Hashlight will satisfy you and some other bitcoin stuffPleb Miner Monthly Episode 3 Show Notes A Bitcoin mining podcast focused on the Pleb Miner, the stalwart that defends the Bitcoin Network. Listen and Boost the show on Fountain App Statistics by Lincoin Pool and Lincoin Lens Jon M30s+ Tweet Miners have a lot of choices in pools, payout schemes, monitoring, tools, UX, ease of use, etc. Pleb Miner Monthly chose to partner with Lincoin Pool because we liked the cut of their jib. There’s a family kind of atmosphere...
2023-03-021h 20
TanGenteEpisodio 18 – El de Rompan Todo con el Director Picky TalaricoEl 16 de Diciembre del 2020 se estrenó en Netflix el documental Rompan Todo, donde se relatan los 50 años de historia del Rock en América Latina. La historia no es contada por terceros, ni periodistas. La historia es narrada por la misma voz de los protagonistas. En esta serie de 6 partes se escuchan los testimonios de Café Tacuba, Aterciopelados, El Tri, miembros de Soda Stereo, Los Tres, Los Prisioneros, Charly Garcia, Fito, Calamaro, y muchos, muchos más. Para los que crecimos escuchando esta música, este documental va a tocar la fibra y alborotar neuronas. Es una pieza imp...
2021-03-311h 25