The leadership team from Canaan, the pioneer of ASIC mining, join Mags to discuss how they’re navigating tariffs, reshoring chip assembly to California, and bringing mining into the home with innovative Bitcoin-heating devices. CFO James Cheng also shares insights on vertical integration, treasury strategy, and how AI intersects with Bitcoin in today’s power markets and Canaan’s long-term vision.CHAPTERS00:00 In this Episode...01:20 Introduction to Canaan and Its Leadership02:04 Navigating Tariffs06:00 Onshoring Chip and Mining Manufacturing12:18 Mining Trends Canaan is Seeing18:21 The Mining and AI nexus22:05 Bitcoin Mining Trends and Geopolitical Influences22:06 Canaan's Unique Approach to Bitcoin Treasury Management27:54 Canaan's Vertical Integration Advantage30:31 Home Mining: Expanding Access to Bitcoin for IndividualsPAID PARTNERSHIP

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