The Hashlabs Podcast

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The Hashlabs Podcast explores the economics, infrastructure, and geopolitics of Bitcoin mining. Hosted by the Hashlabs team, the show features conversations with miners, analysts, energy operators, and industry builders working at the intersection of Bitcoin, power markets, and digital infrastructure. We break down hashrate trends, mining economics, capital flows, hardware, regulation, and the real-world challenges of operating mining infrastructure at scale. New episodes focus on what actually matters for miners and investors — not noise, hype, or price speculation.

Episodes

  1. FEB 13

    From Oligarch Wealth Management to Bitcoin Mining | Dominik Wanzowitsch

    The conversation covers Dominik Wanzowitsch's role in business development at Hashlabs, his journey into Bitcoin mining, experiences in wealth management and carbon trading, transition to AI and the energy industry, the carbon market's relationship with Bitcoin mining, and the comparison between AI and Bitcoin mining devices. The market outlook for mining is also discussed. The conversation delves into Bitcoin price analysis, market cycles, reasons for mining Bitcoin, transaction fees, mining ROI, risks and location considerations, operator risk, government influence, challenges and horror stories in mining, government influence, and industry perception, and closing thoughts and optimism. Takeaways Transition from oligarch wealth management, carbon trading to AI and energy industryImpact of carbon market on Bitcoin mining Bitcoin mining is influenced by market cycles and macroeconomic factors.Transaction fees play a significant role in Bitcoin mining profitability.Mining location and operator risk are crucial considerations for successful mining operations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hash Labs and Business Development07:00 Transition to AI and Energy Industry12:35 Carbon Market and Bitcoin Mining22:58 Market Outlook for Mining28:02 Belief in Bitcoin and Market Cycles33:04 Transaction Fees and Bitcoin Mining40:19 Operator Risk and Government Influence46:01 Government Influence and Industry Perception

    47 min

  2. FEB 2

    DMND Mining Pool | Alejandro de la Torre

    The conversation covers the introduction of Demand and Stratum V2, the importance of decentralization, the impact of improved share rejection rates on revenue, the practical use of Demand, and the future plans for Demand. The key takeaways include the focus on decentralization and the benefits of improved share rejection rates.

    35 min

  3. JAN 27

    The State of Bitcoin Mining Economics | Valentin Rousseau

    In this episode, we sit down with Valentin Rousseau, Hashlabs financial analyst, to explore the evolving world of Bitcoin mining. From global hash rates and Bitcoin price predictions to the rise of AI and its impact on energy and infrastructure, Valentin breaks down the key metrics every serious miner and investor should know. Discover who really controls the future of energy, mining, and infrastructure—and what it means for the industry.

    46 min
  4. From Glencore Trader to Starting Hashlabs | Alen Makhmetov

    JAN 22

    From Glencore Trader to Starting Hashlabs | Alen Makhmetov

    How does a commodities trader at Glencore end up co-founding one of the most innovative Bitcoin mining companies in the world? In this episode of the Hash Labs Podcast, we dive into the journey of Alen Makhmetov—from studying industrial engineering in China, navigating the fast-paced world of global commodity trading, to discovering the opportunities in Bitcoin mining that led him to co-found Hash Labs. We explore: Alen’s transition from energy and commodity trading to Bitcoin mining.How his experience at Glencore shaped his understanding of energy, efficiency, and cycles—critical for running a successful mining operation.The challenges and opportunities in the Bitcoin mining industry today.Strategic insights on positioning, operations, and integrating mining with energy systems.If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to move from traditional industries to the cutting edge of cryptocurrency and energy, this episode gives you an insider’s perspective. 🎙️ Host: Jaran Mellerud – CEO and Co-Founder of Hashlabs, leading innovation in Bitcoin mining and energy efficiency. 🌐 Website: https://www.hashlabs.io/

    45 min
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The Hashlabs Podcast explores the economics, infrastructure, and geopolitics of Bitcoin mining. Hosted by the Hashlabs team, the show features conversations with miners, analysts, energy operators, and industry builders working at the intersection of Bitcoin, power markets, and digital infrastructure. We break down hashrate trends, mining economics, capital flows, hardware, regulation, and the real-world challenges of operating mining infrastructure at scale. New episodes focus on what actually matters for miners and investors — not noise, hype, or price speculation.

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    Hashlabs
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  • Episodes
    4
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