Mark Artymko
A seasoned power systems engineer with 18 years experience in design, construction, and operation of high-voltage electrical systems across Canada and the USA. Specialized in the integration of large-scale loads onto the grid, ensuring efficient and reliable energy distribution. Discovered Bitcoin in 2021 and became a strong advocate for its potential, particularly believing that Bitcoin miners are God’s gift to utilities.
Entrepreneur at 41, proud father of seven, and devoted husband
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OCEAN set out on a journey in late 2023 to decentralize Bitcoin mining at the pool level. Now, less than 12 months in, the company's flagship product is changing Bitcoin in real time - DATUM: Decentralized Alternative Templates for Universal Mining.
Join Pierre Rochard, Mark Artymko, and Kent Halliburton, moderated by Emzy, for a discussion on Bitcoin mining (de)centralization. The panel will examine how centralization (proxy pools) impacts Bitcoin’s security, decentralization, and future growth, while exploring challenges and potential solutions to maintaining a resilient, decentralized mining ecosystem.