EP. 12 Bitcoin Mining, Trump’s Crypto Moves & The Future of Blockchain with Tommy Walker From EMCD

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In this episode, we sit down with Tommy Walker from EMCD, one of the world’s top Bitcoin mining pools. We discuss how mining pools work, the impact of centralization, Trump’s pro-crypto stance, and even the future of quantum computing in blockchain. Tune in for expert insights and hot takes on the state of crypto mining!

Episode Breakdown

🕐 00:25 — Meet Tommy Walker & EMCD Mining Pool
Tommy introduces EMCD, a top Bitcoin mining pool, and shares its position in the market.

🕐 00:52 — Why Do Mining Pools Fluctuate in Ranking?
How hash rate competition, miner loyalty, and incentive programs shift rankings.

🕐 02:16 — What Sets EMCD Apart?
Low fees, an FPPS share model, and strong hash power make EMCD a competitive mining pool.

🕐 02:52 — What is an Exahash?
Breaking down mining power measurements and how Bitcoin mining operates at scale.

🕐 04:26 — Tommy’s Role at EMCD & Business Development
How EMCD builds partnerships with data centers, firmware providers, and miners.

🕐 06:06 — Mining Pool Centralization: A Problem?
How large mining pools like Foundry and Antpool dominate the hash rate and why decentralization matters.

🕐 07:07 — Trump’s Crypto Policy & Bitcoin Mining in the U.S.
How Trump’s executive orders could change crypto adoption and mining regulations.

🕐 08:08 — Geo-Tagging Bitcoin Blocks? A Dangerous Trend?
Concerns over separating Bitcoin transactions based on location and political interests.

🕐 09:49 — China’s Mining Restrictions & the Impact on ASIC Shipments
Why mining machines are getting stopped at customs and how that affects the global market.

🕐 10:48 — The Future of U.S. Crypto Regulation
Will America lead the way in setting global crypto standards?

🕐 11:39 — The Trump Token Phenomenon
How the Trump meme coin gained massive liquidity and sparked controversy.

🕐 12:49 — Media’s Role in Crypto’s Public Perception
How misinformation and negative narratives affect mainstream adoption.

🕐 15:09 — Logan Paul & MrBeast: Crypto Scandals?
A discussion on influencer pump-and-dumps and why they keep happening.

🕐 16:54 — Bitcoin Mining & the Role of Pools
Why mining pools are essential for keeping the Bitcoin network secure and decentralized.

🕐 17:54 — What Are Mining Pools & Why Do They Matter?
A beginner-friendly explanation of why miners join pools instead of solo mining.

🕐 20:22 — How FPPS Payouts Work & Mining Economics
A deep dive into share models, rewards, and steady mining income.

🕐 22:35 — ASIC vs. GPU Mining: What’s the Difference?
Why ASIC miners dominate Bitcoin mining and how GPUs still play a role.

🕐 24:23 — Quantum Computing vs. Bitcoin: A Real Threat?
Could quantum computers crack SHA-256? What would happen to Satoshi’s wallet?

🕐 27:39 — Satoshi Nakamoto’s Wallet: Could Quantum Computing Unlock It?
A fun theory—did the creator of Bitcoin just forget their password?

🕐 30:12 — Bitcoin’s Surge to $100K: What’s Next?
Will Bitcoin keep rising, or are we nearing another market correction?

🕐 32:10 — Institutional Investors & Bitcoin Hedge Funds
How major players like BlackRock are entering the Bitcoin space.

🕐 35:02 — The Future of Crypto Adoption & Blockchain Utility
How crypto’s growth will impact industries beyond finance.

🕐 38:36 — Is Bitcoin Mining Sustainable?
Addressing concerns over energy consumption and the push for greener solutions.

🕐 44:02 — Miners & Liquidity: The Backbone of Crypto
Why mining pools are the real foundation of the crypto market.

🕐 50:57 — Mining Pools & Transparency Issues
Why some pools "skim" coins and how to spot red flags.

🕐 53:07 — Decentralization & Mining Pool Governance
How power is distributed (or isn’t) in major mining pools.