Steve Barbour
Steve founded Upstream Data in 2017 after a decade of experience as a mechanical engineer in the oil and gas industry. Driven by a passion for energy conservation, Steve has focused on reducing energy waste through innovative bitcoin mining solutions. His work centers on developing distributed and automated mining infrastructure that synchronizes computing loads with upstream energy sources. Steve is also an inventor, holding multiple patents in bitcoin mining and oilfield technology.
Session
The "Mining in the Bush" panel will feature industry experts Philip Walton, Marshall Long, and Steve Barbour. They discuss a variety of Bitcoin mining setups and practices, from urban to remote deployments, focusing on core techniques, technological innovations, and community management. This session aims to address challenges and opportunities when mining in the most unique environments, offering insights from all scales and backgrounds.