Africa’s Stranded Power Flywheel w/ Erik Hersman

<p>In this <strong>HashrateUp Africa Summit special</strong>, Jesse sits down with <strong>Erik Hersman</strong>, CEO and Co-Founder of <strong>Gridless</strong> — the company pioneering community-powered Bitcoin mining across Africa.</p> <p>Recorded in <strong>Zambia</strong> after the <strong>Africa Bitcoin Mining Summit 2025</strong>, Erik explains how Bitcoin mining transforms <em>stranded hydro energy</em> into productive load that powers villages, stabilizes mini-grids, and drives rural electrification.</p> <p>They also discuss <strong>Outpost Power</strong>, Gridless’ new energy arm, the economics of revenue sharing, and why traditional financiers still struggle with <em>ideology over economics</em> when it comes to Bitcoin in Africa.</p> <p>If you want to understand how Bitcoin turns wasted watts into wealth — this is the conversation.</p> <p>🛠 <strong>Sponsored by</strong><br /> Hashbranch – Hosting & hardware made simple. Code: <strong>HASHRATEUP100</strong> → <a href="https://hashbranch.com">https://hashbranch.com</a><br /> SoloMining.de – Home & solo mining made easy. Code: <strong>HASHRATEUP</strong> → <a href="https://solomining.de">https://solomining.de</a></p> <p>📲 <strong>HASHRATEUP HARDWARE DEALS</strong><br /> 💬 Telegram: <a href="https://t.me/hashrateup">https://t.me/hashrateup</a></p>