In a recent appearance on the Your Bitcoin Story podcast, hosted by GG, our CEO & Co-Founder Kent Halliburton sat down to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to mine Bitcoin in 2025 — and why Sazmining is making it easier than ever for everyday Bitcoiners to participate.
Kent covered everything from his journey into Bitcoin, to the challenges facing the mining industry, to how our Mining as a Service model gives Bitcoiners the tools to stack wild sats without the headaches of home mining.
From Solar Energy to Bitcoin Mining
Kent’s path to Bitcoin wasn’t direct. After studying computer engineering, he built a career in rooftop solar, helping people achieve energy sovereignty. That background in renewable energy — combined with his personal values around independence — set the stage for his eventual leap into Bitcoin.
He first bought Bitcoin in 2015, went through the “shitcoin detour” many early adopters experienced, and ultimately came out the other side focused solely on BTC. By 2021, Kent had joined Sazmining, helping pivot the company toward the model we run today.
Mining as a Service — The “Uber” of Bitcoin Mining
When asked what makes Sazmining different, Kent compared the industry’s traditional “hosted mining” model to taxis — and Sazmining to Uber.
Here’s how it works:
- You own your mining rig and its serial number.
- We source rack space at vetted, renewable-powered facilities.
- Your machine starts hashing directly to your wallet — no markups on hardware or electricity.
- We only earn when you do, via a management fee built into the block rewards.
The result? A simple, transparent, trust-based way to mine Bitcoin — and often at a 20–35% lower cost per sat than buying through an exchange.
Why This Matters for Bitcoin’s Future
Kent stressed that Bitcoin mining is a zero-to-one innovation, just like Bitcoin itself. Mining is the only way to create new Bitcoin, and yet most of today’s hash rate is controlled by large, publicly traded companies chasing fiat profits.
This misalignment of incentives has led to centralization in mining pools and a lack of individual participation. By making mining accessible to more Bitcoiners, Sazmining helps:
- Reduce reliance on corporate-controlled hash rate
- Keep more Bitcoin acquisition in the hands of the community
- Strengthen decentralization at the network level
The Home Mining Myth
Many Bitcoiners imagine mining as simple “plug and play.” In reality, it often requires:
- Significant electrical upgrades
- Noise and heat mitigation
- Ongoing maintenance and part replacement
- Risk of electrical hazards
For most people, that’s a recipe for frustration — and why they either quit or never start. Sazmining removes these barriers, allowing clients to mine at industrial-scale sites powered by low-cost hydro, wind, or other renewables.
Sustainable, Global, and Growing
Sazmining operates in Paraguay, Norway, and the U.S., with Ethiopia on the horizon. Our focus on renewable energy isn’t just a marketing point — it’s baked into our client promise.
We partner with data centers that run on 100% carbon-free power, often tapping into excess hydroelectric capacity that would otherwise go to waste. This not only lowers costs but also improves the network’s overall environmental footprint.
Looking Ahead
Kent shared that Sazmining is exploring:
- Hardware marketplaces for clients to buy/sell rigs
- Financing options to make entry more affordable
- Energy management tools to optimize mining efficiency
- Integration with Ocean Mining Pool to give clients more control over block templates
At the heart of it all is a simple goal: help more Bitcoiners mine their own Bitcoin — sustainably, securely, and at the best possible cost.
The Takeaway
Mining isn’t just for big corporations with deep pockets and warehouse-scale facilities. With the right model, it can be for every Bitcoiner.
As Kent put it:
“We want to hold the door open and welcome the Bitcoin community back into mining.”
Ready to Mine Bitcoin the Easy Way?
Skip the headaches of home mining and start stacking wild sats today. With Sazmining, you’ll own your rig, your Bitcoin, and your future.