“The Essence of Money: A Journey Through Time” The story of money is as ancient as civilization itself. Initially, the barter system was the norm, directly exchanging goods for other goods. However, the system had a critical flaw: it depended on the “coincidence of wants.” What if you had apples and wanted to purchase bread, […]
“History is written by the victors, every 10 minutes” The Bitcoin network, in it’s essence, functions like a decentralized clock, ensuring the steady release of a new block approximately every 10 minutes. Think of this consistency in the way our electricity grid aims to maintain the frequency of its alternating current at either 50 or […]
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Free Course Full Lesson https://hashpower.academy/lessons/6-finance-bitcoin/ 🤝 Connect With Us: Share your thoughts and questions in the comments. We value your input! Subscribe to Hashpower Academy for more educational videos. Discover more at https://hashpower.academy/ 👤 Your Educator – Jake Scanlan https://www.jakescanlan.com 🟧 Additional Resources: https://hashpower.academy/ https://terahash.co.uk https://satoshisea.io ————————— Financial Disclaimer: This video is for educational and […]
Free Course Full Lesson https://hashpower.academy/lessons/6-finance-bitcoin/ 🤝 Connect With Us: Share your thoughts and questions in the comments. We value your input! Subscribe to Hashpower Academy for more educational videos. Discover more at https://hashpower.academy/ 👤 Your Educator – Jake Scanlan https://www.jakescanlan.com 🟧 Additional Resources: https://hashpower.academy/ https://terahash.co.uk https://satoshisea.io ————————— Financial Disclaimer: This video is for educational and […]
“The electricity grid is one of those things that people take for granted… until it stops working”. – Ernest Moniz What would you do without electricity? The significance of basic electricity access cannot be overstated. It dictates the pace in which a society progresses. Children can study after sunset, businesses can operate efficiently, people can […]
“Dynamic Supply requires Dynamic Demand.” The renewable transition brings about a new wave of volatility in electricity pricing. Many Bitcoin miners seek stability amidst this flux, by locking into Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Think of them like a fixed mobile phone contract but for electricity, a miner agrees to a fixed rate of example: $.05 […]
“There’s No Such Thing as a Low-Energy Rich Nation.” A nation’s prosperity is inextricably tied to its energy consumption. As the axiom goes, “There’s no such thing as a low-energy rich nation.” This strong correlation between energy and GDP underscores the principle that the efficient use of energy equates to economic growth and prosperity. Free […]
“The Price We Pay and Society’s Prosperity.” Every time we flip a switch or plug in a device, there’s a cost associated. While it might appear as just a “number” on our monthly bills, the price of electricity ($/kWh) profoundly impacts our lives. High electricity prices strain household budgets and ripple throughout the economy. Free […]
“Planetary problems require planetary systems”. As we delve deeper into the intricacies of energy generation, we are confronted by the unavoidable implications of carbon emissions. Historically, our reliance on fossil fuels, while bringing about amazing human prosperity through an industrial revolution, introduced significant volumes of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Free Course Full Lesson https://hashpower.academy/lessons/1-generation-carbon/ […]
“We don’t print energy: we generate it with work”. Unlike fiat currency, electricity cannot simply be conjured with the press of a button. It is generated through diligent effort. Throughout history, our primary sources of energy have been fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. Extracted from the Earth’s core, these fuels provide the […]
“Not All Electricity is the Same”. So the solution is to build more renewables? At first glance, the answer to this question deserves an unequivocal ‘yes’. But deeper examination reveals nuances. Envision expansive regions rich with persistent sun, strong winds, or abundant water flow. These places are ideal for harnessing renewable energy, but often they […]
“Power is measured in Watts”. Whether you turn the first pages of ancient religious scriptures or leaf through the introductory chapters of a science textbook, one theme resonates clearly: everything begins with energy. It’s the fundamental currency of our existence, seamlessly interwoven into the fabric of our universe. Full Lesson: https://hashpower.academy/lessons/1-generation-carbon/ ————————— 🤝 Connect With […]
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There’s two sides to every coin, but Bitcoin has more than sides – it has worlds. It bridges digital and physical realms. To truly grasp the secret of one, we must learn about the other. Welcome to Hashpower Academy, where we uncover these worlds, starting with our course ‘Big Picture Basics.’ Today, we dive into […]
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