Ep. 7: Justin Podhola on Vertical Integration in Bitcoin Mining and Going All in on Renewables

Ep. 7: Justin Podhola on Vertical Integration in Bitcoin Mining and Going All in on Renewables

Author: Christian Keroles February 28, 2020 Duration: 1:17:12
Welcome to What’s Halvening!
 
Hosted by Cassie Clifton and produced by Bitcoin Magazine, the show chronicles the latest and greatest developments taking shape across the complex and ever-changing cryptocurrency mining industry through interviews with mining experts, CEOs, and general enthusiasts. 
 
In this episode of What’s Halvening, Cassie interviews Justin Podhola, CEO & founder of Washington-based Elite Mining Inc, or EMI. EMI is building a vertically integrated mining facility that will be run on 99% renewable energy. Justin and I discuss:
  • How to read poker faces of crypto-enthusiasts 
  • EMI’s Series A equity token offering 
  • EMI’s strategy of buying up S9s in anticipation of the halving
  • What it means to be vertically integrated & expertise needed
  • How their break-even BTC price is <$2,000

Stick around to the end of the episode for announcements from Justin on their upcoming March 3rd token offering, acquisition of 2 hydro plants and the upcoming launch of their mobile units!

 
Follow Justin on Twitter @JustinPodhola
Follow EMI on Twitter @EliteMiningInc
Follow Cassie on Twitter @bitcoincass
 
 
 

For anyone trying to make sense of the intricate world of Bitcoin creation, What's Halvening-The Bitcoin Mining Podcast offers a clear signal through the noise. Hosted by Cassie Clifton and produced by Bitcoin Magazine, this isn't just a technical deep dive-it's a front-row seat to the powerful forces reshaping global energy and finance. Each episode connects the dots between the computers solving complex equations and the real-world implications of their work. You'll hear directly from the people on the ground: mining experts navigating hardware shortages, CEOs strategizing in volatile markets, and early enthusiasts whose stories provide crucial context. The conversations naturally explore how energy grids are being transformed, how geopolitical shifts from Washington to Beijing affect network security, and what the next 'halving' event truly means for the ecosystem. This podcast digs into the foundational layer of cryptocurrency, moving beyond price speculation to examine the industrial engine that makes the entire system tick. It’s for those who understand that Bitcoin’s resilience is forged in the data centers and remote power stations where the network physically lives. Tune in for a consistently insightful look at the most critical, and often overlooked, sector in digital assets.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 7

What's Halvening - The Bitcoin Mining Podcast
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