Larry Chiang’s 5th book, WTDTYASBS, launched at a Harvard Law School keynote, so he knows about grand openings (He even attends and promotes the ones he isn’t invited to also). As CEO of Duck9, he leads an army to help college student consumers get a FICO over 770. Post H.L.S. keynote, Harvard Business wrote: “What They Don’t Teach You at Stanford Business School” (his latest Harbus post: “Setting an intention for SXSWi”.
Extrapolated speaker: Roelof Botha
- Introduction: The Power of Contrarian Thinking – Drawing on his experience at Sequoia Capital, Roelof will emphasize the importance of original, unconventional thinking in driving successful investments and technological breakthroughs12.
- The Unforeseen Potential of Bitcoin Mining – Reflecting on his early insights into the Internet and technology startups, Roelof will draw parallels with the current state of Bitcoin mining, expressing excitement about its untapped potential and room for explosive growth.
- Mining Bitcoin: The New Gold Rush? – Roelof will discuss why Bitcoin mining could become the next big thing in the technology world, akin to the gold rushes of the past.
- The Role of Programmable Contracts in Mining – Delving into the technical aspects, Roelof will explain the concept of programmable contracts, their implications for efficiency in the crypto space, and how this could revolutionize Bitcoin mining3.
- The Importance of Key Decision Moments – Drawing from his personal career journey and his experience in identifying high-potential startups, Roelof will highlight how crucial decision moments can shape the trajectory of Bitcoin mining operations and the broader industry4.
- Bitcoin Mining: A Journey into the Unknown – Roelof will share his views on embracing uncertainty and navigating the unknown, in line with his personal philosophy of “opening doors” and seeking out new possibilities5.
- Championing the Unconventional: Bitcoin Mining as a Contrarian Bet – He will conclude by reiterating the importance of backing unconventional ideas and technologies, encouraging attendees to be bold in their pursuit of innovation in the Bitcoin mining sector6.
This talk is best suited for attendees who are involved or interested in Bitcoin mining, including entrepreneurs, investors, technologists, and policymakers. It will provide unique insights into the mindset of one of Silicon Valley’s most successful venture capitalists and offer a forward-looking perspective on the future of Bitcoin mining.

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