Jesse Pielke

Jesse is an accomplished professional with a background in energy economics, having garnered extensive experience in the field through his tenure with a small off-grid utility company in Mali, West Africa. Transitioning his expertise, Jesse embarked on a dynamic career trajectory in Bitcoin Mining, initially serving as a freelance consultant before establishing his own business, HashrateUp, in August 2023. Jesse further amplifies his impact through his podcast, previously featured on Swan Bitcoin's YouTube Channel, demonstrating a commitment to fostering widespread awareness of Bitcoin mining practices. Beyond content creation, Jesse actively facilitates growth within the industry by assisting stakeholders in navigating critical aspects such as energy procurement, hosting solutions, strategic partnerships, and ASIC acquisition. Notably, his advocacy extends to promoting the cultivation of mining operations across Africa, both on-grid and off-grid, underscoring his dedication to advancing the sector's global diversification. A new focus of HashrateUp is to educate Bitcoin Holders on how mining with small quantities can make sense and what details to look out for, while offering highly competitive pricing.