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048. Decentralizing Bitcoin Mining: Insights from Boerst
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Welcome to Pod 256, a weekly Bitcoin podcast focused on Bitcoin mining, energy, and proof of work. This episode is hosted by @bitkite and @econoalchemist, with special guests @skot9000 and @boerst. The discussion kicks off with @boerst sharing his journey into Bitcoin mining, starting from his IT background and his first foray into mining during the 2013-2014 ASIC craze. He talks about his experiences with various mining hardware and his transition from the hardware side to understanding the monetary aspects of Bitcoin around 2020.
@boerst also introduces his project, stratum.work, a website that visualizes mining pool data, making it easier to understand and analyze. He explains the technical details behind the site, including how it connects to mining pools and visualizes data in real-time. The conversation delves into the importance of decentralization in mining pools and the potential risks of centralization, such as reorg risks and censorship resistance.
The hosts and guests discuss the current state of the Bitcoin network, including hash rate trends and the upcoming difficulty adjustment. They also touch on the implications of political support for Bitcoin mining in the U.S. and the potential impact on the industry.
@boerst shares his thoughts on Stratum V2 and its potential to decentralize transaction selection in mining. The episode wraps up with a lively discussion about personal preferences, including favorite pizza toppings and foods they dislike. The hosts also mention an upcoming tactical day event with the Bitcoin veterans group, highlighting the strong community aspect of Bitcoin enthusiasts.
Overall, this episode provides a deep dive into the technical and community aspects of Bitcoin mining, with valuable insights from experienced miners and developers.
Support POD256 with your hashrate:
Simply follow these four easy steps!
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Manage episode 423334658 series 3427175
Summary:
Welcome to Pod 256, a weekly Bitcoin podcast focused on Bitcoin mining, energy, and proof of work. This episode is hosted by @bitkite and @econoalchemist, with special guests @skot9000 and @boerst. The discussion kicks off with @boerst sharing his journey into Bitcoin mining, starting from his IT background and his first foray into mining during the 2013-2014 ASIC craze. He talks about his experiences with various mining hardware and his transition from the hardware side to understanding the monetary aspects of Bitcoin around 2020.
@boerst also introduces his project, stratum.work, a website that visualizes mining pool data, making it easier to understand and analyze. He explains the technical details behind the site, including how it connects to mining pools and visualizes data in real-time. The conversation delves into the importance of decentralization in mining pools and the potential risks of centralization, such as reorg risks and censorship resistance.
The hosts and guests discuss the current state of the Bitcoin network, including hash rate trends and the upcoming difficulty adjustment. They also touch on the implications of political support for Bitcoin mining in the U.S. and the potential impact on the industry.
@boerst shares his thoughts on Stratum V2 and its potential to decentralize transaction selection in mining. The episode wraps up with a lively discussion about personal preferences, including favorite pizza toppings and foods they dislike. The hosts also mention an upcoming tactical day event with the Bitcoin veterans group, highlighting the strong community aspect of Bitcoin enthusiasts.
Overall, this episode provides a deep dive into the technical and community aspects of Bitcoin mining, with valuable insights from experienced miners and developers.
Support POD256 with your hashrate:
Simply follow these four easy steps!
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