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American Entrepreneur Clark Swanson Takes the Helm of Bitcoin Mining Enterprise, Blockmetrix

Las Vegas, Nevada - Renowned American entrepreneur Clark Swanson, known for building one of the largest bitcoin mining operations globally in 2020, has now taken the helm of Blockmetrix. Swanson's leadership is poised to propel the company to new heights as it aims to scale its power infrastructure and mining operations in anticipation of the next bitcoin bull market. His track record in the cryptocurrency mining industry is impressive. In 2020, as the President and CEO of Blockcap, he steered the company to Unicorn status, operating over 55,000 mining rigs. Under his guidance, Blockcap achieved remarkable growth, culminating in its acquisition for a staggering $1.46 billion USD in 2021.

Beyond his achievements in cryptocurrency, Swanson is a veteran in the startup world. He founded Blackline Safety, a prominent publicly traded Canadian tech company recognized as a top 50 enterprise in the sector. His entrepreneurial spirit, philanthropy, and diverse interests has extended into the medical field, where he facilitated the development of a novel cancer therapy using nano drone drug delivery technology that was pioneered at Harvard Medical School. Most recently, Swanson’s cancer research culminated in the development of what has been coined the Swanson Plante Protocol (“SPP”). The protocol utilizes repurposed pharmaceutical drugs along with an alternative therapies that target reduction in blood glucose, buffering excess ion concentrations increasing body pH, and reducing inflammation. Mr. Swanson also is a founder and owner of Halo Beauty, an indie beauty brand that became of the fastest growing e-commerce brands of the last decade.

His diverse entrepreneurial ventures highlight his ability to innovate and lead across various industries. At Blockmetrix, Swanson is set to leverage his extensive experience and industry insights to expand the company's mining capacity and enhance its infrastructure. His strategic vision is focused on positioning Blockmetrix to maximize profitability and efficiency as the demand for bitcoin surges.

"Clark Swanson's appointment as CEO marks a significant milestone for Blockmetrix," said a spokesperson for the company. "His proven leadership and innovative approach in scaling mining operations will be instrumental in our efforts to capitalize on the forthcoming market opportunities."

Swanson's strategy for Blockmetrix includes investing in advanced mining technologies and sustainable energy solutions to ensure long-term growth and environmental responsibility. By bolstering the company’s infrastructure, Blockmetrix aims to become a dominant player in the bitcoin mining industry, ready to seize the advantages presented by the next market upturn. As the cryptocurrency landscape continues to evolve, Swanson's leadership is expected to guide Blockmetrix through the complexities of the market, driving innovation and establishing the company as a frontrunner in the bitcoin mining sector.

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American Entrepreneur Clark Swanson: Pioneering the Future of Bitcoin Mining

In the dynamic realm of cryptocurrency, Clark Swanson stands out as a visionary leader, renowned for his transformative role in the evolution of Bitcoin mining. As the former President, CEO, and Vice Chairman of Blockcap, Swanson orchestrated the company's meteoric rise, culminating in its acquisition for $1.46 billion in 2021.

Now 2024, Swanson has set his sights on a new frontier, embarking on the creation of the next version Blockcap 2.0 – a newly adapted and improved venture poised for growth within the landscape of Bitcoin mining and its supporting infrastructure. Scheduled for announcement in early summer 2024, Swanson's new company represents a strategic pivot towards pioneering advancements in the industry.

Central to Swanson's vision is a vertically integrated approach that encompasses both mining and the critical power infrastructure that underpins it. With an ambitious roadmap in place, the company aims to elevate its power infrastructure capabilities, with plans to achieve a substantial 60 megawatts by the close of 2024. Such expansion positions the new company to be fully equipped to meet the growing demands of the Bitcoin mining ecosystem and the next 10 year run.

In a recent interview, Swanson underscored the finite nature of Bitcoin, highlighting a fundamental aspect embedded within the software itself. By November 2034, 99% of all Bitcoin will have been mined. Drawing parallels to historical gold rush of the mid 1800's, Swanson emphasizes the scarcity of Bitcoin, with only 21 million ever to exist. This immutable reality underscores the urgency of seizing the opportunities presented by the burgeoning digital economy.

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American Entrepreneur, and Former President & CEO of One of the World’s Largest Bitcoin Mining Companies, Clark Swanson is Interviewed by Cointelegraph Full length, March 7, 2024

Bitcoin "halvings" historically are fraught times for BTC miners given the threat of plunging profits, and even bankruptcy as their block reward is halved. Is that still the case in 2024?

With each halving event, bitcoin miners must adapt to a lower-margin environment. Those miners experiencing the volatility of the market forces, combined with the halving and collateralized equipment financing is a recipe for industry consolidation. In many cases, it will present opportunities for miners with strong balance sheets looking for distressed assets. In the most recent bull market of 2021, we witnessed the expansion of the mining sector, much of which was financed by way of asset-backed loans. This debt fueled growth and has become a popular way in which miners have been able to expand their operations and infrastructure. While many miners were able to sustain the turmoil of the last bear market, overly leveraged operators were far less fortunate. However, generally we have seen these mining fractures later in the post halving market cycle.

During the 3rd halving which occurred on May 11, 2020, bitcoin showed its durability as the hardest money in the face of economic chaos. During the Covid-19 pandemic, bitcoin reached new highs and gradually assimilated into the mainstream narrative as "digital gold".

It's also important to recognize with each cycle there are different macroeconomic factors that have influenced market behavior. In the halving prior to May 11, 2020 we saw the beginning of institutionalized investment and regulatory agency interventions which helped to stabilize the market. Since then, the case for bitcoin entering the 4th halving which will occur at the end of April, 2024, has never been stronger. What is different today from historical halvings are the ETF's which have dramatically changed the bitcoin ecosystem. According to US Global Investors, as of February 29, 2024, bitcoin ETF's reached $43.2 billion of investment in comparison to gold ETF's which held $93.3 billion. The institutionalization of Bitcoin took less than 60 days, a stark contrast to the 20-year history of gold ETFs, which originated in 2004. These rapid inflows signify a demand shock to bitcoin's limited supply, especially as the issuance rate is set to decrease to 450 bitcoins per day after the halving. This reduction will drive prices even higher and blunt some of the market forces that have traditionally posed challenges for miners.

Bitcoin's time has come.

The next 10 years for the bitcoin miners can be compared to the gold rush of the 1800's. While there were several gold rushes that began in the 19th century, it was really the 1848 Sutter Mill discovery in Coloma, California which provided the greatest catalyst for a phenomenon that rippled the globe. This discovery sparked people from around the world to flood into California and with it came a profound impact on the economy. The resulting economic impact led to expanding infrastructure and the development of a support ecosystem that reached deep into industries like agriculture, transportation and banking. Today we are similarly witness to a growing phenomenon of decentralized finance, blockchain innovation, and the integration of healthcare, real estate, and other systems to the blockchain.

Assuming the industry comes through this halving -- i.e., survives in good form -- should we expect to see more institutional and/or corporate interest in owning Bitcoin, in your view?

To answer this question effectively, one should consider the asset class and opportunities to invest in stores of value.

Gold has held its position as a premier commodity for storing value for millennia. One key reason for this is its low stock-to-flow ratio, calculated by dividing the total amount of gold mined throughout history by its annual production rate, resulting in a ratio of approximately 66 years. Alongside its industrial applications, gold's enduring value stems from its relatively scarce annual production compared to the vast amount already mined. This characteristic has provided gold with stability and security, meeting the precondition necessary for establishing trust and confidence as a reliable store of value.

By the end of 2035, approximately 99.83% of all bitcoins will have been mined. The final Bitcoin is expected to be mined around the year 2140, at which point the total supply will reach its maximum limit of 21 million bitcoins. It cannot be inflated, counterfeited, or altered without consensus. It is decentralized, borderless, permissionless, programmable and resilient. The marketability theory of money holds that the easier it is to transact, the more pronounced it will become as "money". This theory demonstrated gold has a long evolutionary process which spans thousands of years. It's success as a store of value and marketable "money" was due to its ability to be more marketable than that of any other good.

As of January 2024, we have witnessed the beginning stages of gold demonetization from bitcoin. Bitcoin can be zipped inexpensively across time and space, in a matter of seconds and the ability to transact in real time is available 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. What may not survive in "good form" is gold. As we have already witnessed, the market's preference, if nothing else, has demonstrated a move away from gold towards bitcoin. Institutional adoption is clear by the signals we have witnessed since the bitcoin ETF's and more institutional and corporate interest can be anticipated particularly in light of corporate balance sheet transfers that rebalance cash to protect shareholder value from inflation.

If so, what form would this take? Might we see institutional investors and/or corporates purchasing BTC directly (like Tesla), getting Bitcoin exposure indirectly through spot market Bitcoin ETFs, or by purchasing shares in Bitcoin proxies like MicroStrategy (or public BTC mining firms)?

Tesla's adoption of bitcoin arose from Elon Musk's curiosity around the innovation of money, an acute understanding of fiat currency debasement, and an affinity for technological innovation, among a myriad of other reasons. Michael Saylor on the other hand, with whom is one of my personal mentors, recognized the limitations that existed throughout all asset classes in the world and selected bitcoin as an apex commodity to shield his own balance sheet from various forms of inflation.

With the approval of ETF's, investors and/or corporates can now easily transact to get portfolio exposure and diversification with bitcoin. This is the preferred method to garner exposure in the same way corporations and investors have elected to buy gold ETF’s over personal custody of physical gold. Of course, there are companies that may prefer to take custody of their own bitcoin, but that comes with certain responsibilities that can otherwise be outsourced to managed money, such as wallet software, private keys, secure storage, backup and recovery, etc.

On the other hand, mining firms serve a different investment paradigm because they carry managerial risk. Although miners offer additional leverage on bitcoin, many of them have reached an intersection of value where investors may be better off buying bitcoin or an ETF on a risk adjusted return. Investments in miners may be considered for other reasons. Innovative miners will undoubtedly discover new ways to adapt and deliver value to the blockchain, pioneering the industry of decentralized finance. Those that reach the prominence of technological innovation will generate superior returns for shareholders. Just like we have seen in every industry, the future of bitcoin mining will face consolidation and, in the end, the largest hashrate will disproportionately favor the largest miners.

As an investment thesis, smaller public miners with management that have a proven track record offer superior return investment optionality. As the Chairman & CEO of one such miner, called Blockmetrix, Inc., we plan to grow exahash by more than 300% this year alone. After raising $70 million in 2021, the company has built a platform similar to what Blockcap had achieved in the last cycle, four years ago. However, the environment has changed since 2021 and small miners must also be more mindful of variable costs, the most significant being power. To that end, Blockmetrix has already built a10 megawatt facility and operates approximately 6,000 rigs with plans to reach 40 megawatts and 2.66 exahash by the end of 2024.

Overall, do you expect the halving to have a positive effect on the price of BTC, as well as a boost in Bitcoin adoption, in 2024 -- both before and after the actual halving event?

The halving will certainly have a positive effect. Historically, Bitcoin halving events have been associated with upward price movements which are compounded by the reduction in the rate of new bitcoin issuances. Unlike during prior halving’s, we have also never had a 10x liquidity catalyst - the market for ETF's. Increasing demand has created this supply-demand imbalance that continues to drive prices higher, contributing to price appreciation that we have seen prior to the 2024 halving.

Ultimately my view of the halving is only a net positive to bitcoin because without it, implied scarcity would be factored at a different discount rate, the outcome of which would have dramatic price variance to what we have seen today. It is the finite supply and the halving of bitcoin which are characteristics which help make bitcoin the hardest money ever created. It also may be the first man-made money to survive more than 200 years.

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Clark Swanson as an Expert is Quoted in Cointelegraph

Will the Bitcoin halving bring more institutional investors into crypto?

The Bitcoin ETFs appear to have opened many institutions’ eyes to Bitcoin as an alternate asset. Will the April halving accelerate the trend?

Much remains unknown about Bitcoin’s (BTC) quadrennial halving event, which reduces the block rewards earned by Bitcoin miners by 50%, who play a critical role in validating BTC transactions and securing the system.

Will miners go bankrupt or flee the network? Will the hash rate collapse? Will the price of Bitcoin rise and then fall? Will the halving spur further crypto adoption? And so on.

But this much is certain: Every four years, miners’ block rewards are cut in half — this is pre-coded into the network — and at some point in April 2024, once the 210,000th block is validated, miners’ rewards will fall from 6.25 BTC per block to 3.125.

All halvings are both similar and different, but this year’s could be unique because of the new spot market Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), launched in January, which have helped drive the price of Bitcoin to all-time highs, bringing the crypto sector as a whole close to a $3 trillion market capitalization.

This raises yet another question: Given that the Bitcoin ETFs appear to have opened many institutions’ eyes to Bitcoin as an alternate asset, will the April halving accelerate the trend?

Some think so. “Institutions are still learning about this asset class, but understanding the monetary policy of Bitcoin will only drive more interest,” Dante Cook, Swan Bitcoin’s head of business, told Cointelegraph.

The halving is an important demonstration that “Bitcoin security can continue despite a lower ‘security budget,’” Ethan Vera, chief operating officer at Luxor Technology Corporation, told Cointelegraph, adding:

“We expect there to be continued institutional interest in both the underlying commodity and also the companies operating in the space, such as miners.”

For institutions that want to buy the coin itself, cutting the block reward in half is arguably an enticement, added Joe Nardini, senior managing director at B. Riley Securities. It’s more evidence that the BTC supply is not going to balloon, which is a “net positive” for many prospective institutional investors, Nardini told Cointelegraph.

However, not all agree that the halving alone will bring large corporations or financial institutions contemplating crypto into the Bitcoin fold.

“The halving shouldn’t have an impact on whether large corporations/institutional investors will invest in Bitcoin for the first time,” Ruben Sahakyan, director of investment banking at Stifel Financial, told Cointelegraph.

Investors have clearly embraced the spot market Bitcoin ETFs — as seen by the net inflows — and further regulatory clarity will help to drive industry adoption and investor base, continued Sahakyan. “However, some investors are on the sidelines when it comes to investing in mining stocks as they await what impact the halving has on miners’ profitability and volatility is reduced.”

Others suggested that halvings may not be quite as they used to be, i.e., fraught with drama.

“The halving is likely not as big an event as the industry is well prepared and has been deleveraging in anticipation of the potentially reduced economics,” Taras Kulyk, founder and CEO of SunnySide Digital, an infrastructure provider, told Cointelegraph. “Additionally, the massive growth of L2 technologies on top of the Bitcoin Network has increased transaction fees — blunting the impact of the halving even more.”

A “halving-induced” upswing?

Historically, Bitcoin has risen in price in the months leading up to a halving, which is happening again in 2024. Indeed, a JPMorgan analyst referred at the end of February to a “Bitcoin-halving-induced euphoria” gripping the crypto market. But is that really the case?

“There are two major narratives and drivers for Bitcoin currently,” Chris Kuiper, director of research at Fidelity Digital Assets (FDA), told Cointelegraph. The first is the recent approval of spot Bitcoin ETPs [exchange-traded products], which was a major milestone in Bitcoin’s history and a continued road to adoption.”

The second, Kuiper continued, is the upcoming halving. “As in the past, it’s expected that there will be little effect on the Bitcoin network itself. We may see an initial fall in hash rate, but it will likely only be a matter of time before it recovers to its previous levels and once again moves higher, which wouldn’t affect the operation of the network.”

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Which of these two events is more impactful? We don’t know if the price surge results from the halving or the spot market Bitcoin ETF approvals, B. Riley Securities’ Nardini said, but it’s more likely “ETF induced,” in his opinion.

The JPMorgan analyst also warned the price of Bitcoin could drop to $42,000 after the halving. That, too, would follow the script of past halvings. Hash rate — the overall computing power of the network — is what makes the Bitcoin network more secure. In the past three halvings (2020, 2016, and 2012), the hash rate fell initially but quickly recovered within six to 31 days.

“What is different today from historical halvings are the ETFs, which have dramatically changed the Bitcoin ecosystem,” Clark Swanson, entrepreneur and former CEO of Bitcoin mining firm Blockcap, told Cointelegraph.

The new ETFs have created a “demand shock to Bitcoin’s limited supply,” said Swanson. This will “drive prices even higher and blunt some of the market forces that have traditionally posed challenges for miners.”

“Post halving, there is going to be exactly 50% less Bitcoin produced — or available for sale — while ETF demand seems to remain, which should continue to drive volatility,” agreed Sahakyan. “Some of the miners have again started building up BTC balance sheets, which further reduces the available supply of Bitcoin.”

Others, however, anticipate some surprises. Aki Balogh, co-founder and CEO of DLC.Link, told Cointelegraph that “the supply shock that will come from reduced mining revenues is real and will play some effect.”

Some of that has already been priced in, “but there are unknown second and third-derivative effects that will only come out after the halving has happened,” continued Balogh. Still, “I think scarcity will push the price up somewhat.”

In the longer term, history suggests the hash rate will recover, and the price of Bitcoin continue its ascent to new heights. The halving is a unique situation where the block reward periodically decreases, and in this way, “the inflation rate of the network is pre-coded,” said Vera. “Historically, we have noticed that the decrease in new Bitcoin issuance has a positive impact on price.”

Wherefore BTC proxies?

What about traditional BTC proxies like MicroStrategy and some of the larger BTC mining firms? Will they fare better or worse when the dust settles on the 2024 Bitcoin halving?

Economically speaking, halvings primarily influence BTC supply, said Balogh, whereas “the ETFs, MicroStrategy’s well-publicized purchases, and even El Salvador’s daily purchases of BTC impact the demand side.” The spot market ETFs are likely to affect Bitcoin proxies like MicroStrategy more than the halving. Added Balogh:

“Will MicroStrategy continue to serve as a proxy for BTC, given that one can buy BTC outright in an ETF? Probably slightly less so than before. It’s cleaner to buy an ETF versus a stock that is controlled by a Board of Directors with unknown objectives.”

On the other hand, MicroStrategy recently rebranded itself as a Bitcoin development company, he continued, while the new ETFs “are capital-inefficient in the sense that the BTC just sits there. Investors may prefer Michael Saylor’s more active management strategy versus the ETFs.”

Cook, for his part, foresaw no diminution in MicroStrategy’s role as a BTC proxy post-halving. “MicroStrategy’s stock is up nearly 450% over the past year and over 250% over the last six months. It’s one of the ways institutions will seek to gain exposure to the asset class of Bitcoin,” he told Cointelegraph.

How will miners fare?

What about miners’ prospects? They’re most directly affected, after all.

“Each mining rig has its own profitability price point,” Fidelity’s Daniel Gray noted in a recent blog. “Every operation will be going into this event assuming they have enough reserves on hand to withstand the negative pressure of the halving.”

Maybe the global BTC mining sector today is larger and more stable than in past years.

“The mining sector overall has matured since the last halving and is significantly better positioned, but some will struggle unless the [BTC market] price continues to rise as the network difficulty continues to increase amid outstanding machine orders,” said Stifel’s Sahakyan.

“It appears miners are in better shape overall in terms of lower levels of debt and potentially better control over their costs, such as electricity,” added Kuiper. “What’s also helping miners this cycle is the price appreciation before the halving — something that also hasn’t been seen in previous cycles.”

However, “for smaller miners, it will be tough,” predicted Nardini. They may need to raise capital. Publicly held mining firms, by comparison, will generally have an easier time raising capital.

Since the beginning of 2024, Bitcoin miners with one peta hash of mining equipment can count on earning roughly $115 a day, Vera told Cointelegraph, which is “a significant improvement since the beginning of the year given the recent price movement,” but still:

“With the halving coming up and a relentless growth of network hash rate certain miners are going to be at risk of negative profitability post-halving.”

Many miners see the writing on the wall — lower and lower block rewards — and are looking more at supplemental revenue opportunities. “Transaction fees on the Bitcoin network are crucial for miners long term,” said Vera, “and we are seeing many start investing time and capital into developing the ecosystem of applications being built on Bitcoin.”

As important as ETFs?

If one compares the introduction of the spot Bitcoin ETFs in January with the quadrennial Bitcoin halving in April, which will posterity deem more consequential?

Few this past week were willing to say the halving. The halving is “second in importance to the ETFs,” said Nardini flatly.

Still, halvings are unique to Bitcoin and represent a sort of advertisement for what is good and enduring about the cryptocurrency (e.g., it’s “hard money”), as well as some of the attendant risks like falling hash rate.

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From an adoption standpoint, it’s important for people to see that Bitcoin’s “monetary policy” once again is performing as programmed and expected, Kuiper said, “and it may once again reinforce to investors that Bitcoin, as an asset, is one that’s increasingly becoming scarcer as compared to other financial assets, commodities, or currencies.”

Or, as Swanson noted:

“It is the finite supply and the halving of Bitcoin, which are characteristics that help make Bitcoin the hardest money ever created.”

For this reason, he added, “It also may be the first man-made money to survive more than 200 years.”

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Spot Bitcoin ETF'S Present Superior Investment Opportunity to Gold ETF'S Says CLARK SWANSON, Former Cofounder and CEO of One of the Largest Bitcoin Miners in the World

American Entrepreneur and former Blockcap CEO stated the emergence of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) presents a groundbreaking investment opportunity for traditional traders in the United States, according to Clark Swanson. On the face bitcoin is just a superior asset to gold, but currently represents under 10% of the value of the gold market.

Swanson argues that spot Bitcoin ETFs, which directly hold Bitcoin, offer distinct advantages over commodity-based ETFs such as gold ETFs. Unlike traditional ETFs, spot Bitcoin ETFs operate on an immutable ledger, providing unparalleled transparency and security. According to Swanson, this transparency is crucial, as it insures investors can verify in real-time that the ETF holds the underlying assets, unlike gold ETFs where such verification is challenging. Gold derivatives also account for a sizable multiple of the actual gold available should any market calls on gold become a reality. Not true for bitcoin ETF's which offer self-auditing, authentication, and real-time visibility, unprecedented in traditional investments. He underscores the revolutionary aspect of Bitcoin’s immutable ledger, which ensures transparency and security.

Swanson argues that spot Bitcoin ETFs, which directly hold Bitcoin, have been a recent beacon for investment from many of the largest asset managers in the world, such as the likes of Blackrock and Fidelity.

Swanson highlights Bitcoin ETFs represent investments similar to those such as physically backed gold ETFs in terms of holding assets, like Sprott Gold or Silver. Sprott notes, "The Sprott Physical Gold Trust (PHYS) was created to invest and hold substantially all of its assets in physical gold bullion." The stated objective is to, "Provide a secure, convenient and exchange-traded investment alternative for investors who want to hold physical gold without the inconvenience that is typical of a direct investment in physical gold bullion."

In essence, Swanson contends that spot Bitcoin ETFs represent a superior investment vehicle compared to traditional commodities-based ETFs, offering unprecedented transparency, security, and accountability facilitated by the Bitcoin network’s immutable ledger.

Unlike gold, where firms like Sprott use services like The Royal Canadian Mint to "facilitate the delivery of bullion bars to almost anywhere in the world via an Armored Transportation Service Carrier – and all physical redemptions are equal to 100% of the net asset value (NAV) per unit", bitcoin can simply be zipped in space and time electronically to anywhere in the world in a matter of seconds with confirmation within minutes or hours. Swanson notes, "the system is not closed at 5 p.m. or on statutory holidays, it's open to everyone with an internet connection 24 hours a day, 365 days per year".

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Bitcoin! Is This the Future of Money? An Exclusive Interview With Clark Swanson, the Former CEO of One of the World’s Largest Mining Operations.

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Bitcoin! Is This the Future of Money? An Exclusive Interview With Clark Swanson, the Former CEO of One of the World’s Largest Mining Operations.

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From Gas Detection to Cancer Research to Bitcoin Mining: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Clark Swanson – an American Entrepreneur

Clark Swanson successfully listed a public company in 2006 called Picasso, Inc. Using the publicly traded company, he acquired a small company called Blackline, GPS. Mr. Swanson resigned from Blackline Safety in 2018 in order to pursue new business opportunities. Among them, they include a cancer research and drug development enterprise with studies conducted at Harvard Medical School and John's Hopkins University Hospital; Blockcap, Inc. - one of the world's largest bitcoin mining operations; and, Swanson Global Enterprises, Inc. a company invested in health supplements which have sold in excess of 1 million units.

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From Gas Detection to Cancer Research to Bitcoin Mining: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Clark Swanson — an American Entrepreneur

Clark Swanson successfully listed a public company in 2006 called Picasso, Inc. This company was a Canadian “cash box” or Capital Pool Company, similar to what the United States stock exchange calls a SPAC or Special Purpose Acquisition Company. Using the publicly traded company, he acquired a small company called Blackline, GPS. The company’s focus was on automotive security and they competed against companies like Lojack and ON-Star from General Motors.

The success in pivoting to what is now known as Blackline Safety, Inc. out from the automotive sector drove the company to become a leader in connected safety manufacturing. The transition was driven in part by his strategic vision and innovative approach.

Here are some key steps he took to make this pivot:

Identifying a New Market: Swanson recognized that the market for GPS platforms in the automotive sector was becoming increasingly competitive and saturated. He saw an opportunity to leverage the technology and expertise of the company to address a different market — the connected safety industry.

Research and Development: Swanson invested heavily in research and development to create a new line of connected safety products that would meet the needs of the market. This included developing new sensors and software, as well as integrating existing technology into a cohesive system.

Focus on Innovation: Swanson prioritized innovation in all aspects of the business, from product development to customer service. He encouraged a culture of creativity and experimentation, which resulted in several new product lines and strategic partnerships with other industry leaders.

Strong Team Building: Swanson recognized the importance of building a strong team and invested in hiring talented professionals who shared his vision and values. He also ensured that employees were empowered and encouraged to take risks and make decisions that aligned with the company’s goals.

Financial Management: Swanson’s financial acumen was a key factor in Blackline Safety’s success. He was able to secure funding and manage the company’s finances in a way that ensured sustained growth and profitability.

Strategic Partnerships: Swanson formed strategic partnerships with other companies in the industry to help accelerate the development and adoption of the new products. This included partnering with leading safety organizations, as well as integrating Blackline Safety’s technology with existing safety systems.

Marketing and Sales: Swanson and his team worked to establish Blackline Safety as a leader in the connected safety industry through targeted marketing and sales efforts. They leveraged their expertise and reputation in the GPS platform market to build credibility and trust with customers.

Customer Focus: Swanson emphasized the importance of customer feedback and worked closely with customers to understand their needs and preferences. This helped ensure that the new products met their needs and were well-received in the market.

Clark Swanson’s pivot to the connected safety industry was successful due to his strategic vision, investment in research and development, strategic partnerships, targeted marketing and sales efforts, and focus on customer needs. By leveraging the company’s existing expertise and technology, Swanson was able to pivot the company in a new direction and establish Blackline Safety as a leader in the industry. Blackline Safety achieved a market capitalization in excess of $500 million and today has offices around the world. They are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol, BLN.

Overall, Clark Swanson’s leadership was characterized by strategic vision, innovation, team building, financial management, and a customer-focused approach. These factors, combined with his passion for the business and his ability to motivate and inspire his team, were key to Blackline Safety’s success.

Mr. Swanson resigned from Blackline Safety in 2018 in order to pursue new business opportunities. Among them, they include a cancer research and drug development enterprise with studies conducted at Harvard Medical School and John’s Hopkins University Hospital; Blockcap, Inc. — one of the world’s largest bitcoin mining operations; and, Swanson Global Enterprises, Inc. a company invested in health supplements which have sold in excess of 1 million units.

Today, Mr. Swanson lives in Henderson, Nevada with his wife and four children. More information about Clark Swanson can be found at www.clarkswanson.com.

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Clark Swanson's Swanson World Interactive Media Acquires Swimsuit Illustrated® and Revives the Iconic Magazine for the Digital Age

Clark Swanson, the founder of Swanson World Interactive Media, has made an exciting acquisition by purchasing the iconic magazine, Swimsuit Illustrated®. Founded in 1994, Swimsuit Illustrated® was known for its stunning photography of models wearing swimsuits in exotic locations. Clark Swanson plans to revive the magazine and bring it into the digital age. Swanson's acquisition of Swimsuit Illustrated® is part of his larger vision to transform the travel and leisure magazine and bring the former print publication to the online world. Swanson has a strong track record of success and is well established as a successful entrepreneur.

By acquiring Swimsuit Illustrated®, Swanson sees an opportunity to tap into the magazine's fan base and revive it for a new generation of readers. He plans to retain the magazine's core values, which are high-quality photography, interesting articles, and beautiful locations, while also incorporating innovative digital elements to enhance the reader experience.

Swanson's vision for Swimsuit Illustrated® includes creating a mobile app, launching a video channel, and building a social media presence. He believes that by leveraging the power of technology, he can reach a larger audience and create a more engaging reader experience.

Clark Swanson, as Publisher and Chief Editor In Charge for Swimsuit Illustrated® in a recent interview said, “It’s an exciting development in the magazine industry. By bringing the once-iconic publication to the digital world with fresh innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit, I fully expect our new version for travel, leisure, and fashion, to be lifted to new heights”.

We can't wait to see what the future holds for Swimsuit Illustrated® under Swanson's leadership.

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An Interview With American Entrepreneur, Clark Swanson. How Does He Maximize Productivity and Learning Across Industries?

Interviewer: How do you manage different businesses while maximizing productivity?

Clark Swanson:

As an expert in productivity, I can confidently say that timeboxing is one of the most effective techniques for increasing productivity. Timeboxing involves setting a specific amount of time for a task and working on it without interruption until the time is up. This technique helps to eliminate distractions and keep your focus on the task at hand, allowing you to complete it in a timely and efficient manner.

Interviewer:  How do you prioritize your tasks?

Clark Swanson:

One of the main reasons why timeboxing is so effective is that it helps you to prioritize your tasks. By setting specific time limits for each task, you can ensure that you are dedicating enough time to each task based on its importance and urgency. This helps to prevent procrastination and ensures that you are always working on the most important tasks first.

Another benefit of timeboxing is that it helps to increase motivation and momentum. When you have a clear deadline for a task, you are more likely to stay focused and motivated to complete it. Additionally, as you complete each timeboxed task, you build momentum and confidence, which can help to propel you forward and increase your overall productivity.

Interviewer: Do you have any other tips for readers that can be used in addition to timeboxing?

Clark Swanson:

While timeboxing is a highly effective technique on its own, it can also be combined with other productivity tips to further increase its effectiveness. Here are 25 other productivity tips that can be used in conjunction with timeboxing:

1. Prioritize your tasks based on importance and urgency

2. Use a task list to stay organized

3. Break larger tasks into smaller, more manageable tasks

4. Set specific goals for each task

5. Use the Pomodoro technique (25 minutes of work, followed by a 5-minute break)

6. Use a timer to keep yourself on track

7. Eliminate distractions (such as social media or email notifications)

8. Take regular breaks to prevent burnout

9. Use a productivity app to stay organized

10. Use a calendar to plan out your day

11. Delegate tasks when possible

12. Use a planner to stay on top of deadlines

13. Automate repetitive tasks when possible

14. Use keyboard shortcuts to speed up your work

15. Avoid multitasking and focus on one task at a time

16. Use the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize your tasks

17. Schedule time for self-care and relaxation

18. Set realistic expectations for yourself

19. Use positive self-talk to stay motivated

20. Keep your workspace clean and organized

21. Use a standing desk to increase energy and focus

22. Use the 2-minute rule (if a task can be completed in 2 minutes or less, do it immediately)

23. Use a whiteboard to visually track your progress

24. Get enough sleep to maintain energy and focus

25. Practice mindfulness and meditation to reduce stress and increase focus

By combining timeboxing with these other productivity tips, you can create a highly effective productivity system that will help you to achieve your goals and make the most of your time. Remember, productivity is all about working smarter, not harder, and by using these tips, you can ensure that you are making the most of every minute of your day.

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Innovative Virology Research and Development: American Entrepreneur Clark Swanson's Contributions to Fighting Covid-19

Clark Swanson, is co-founder of Vilotos Pharmaceuticals, and was an early advocate and pioneer of drug development in the fight against Covid-19. He maintains an interest in research and development for drugs also used to treat other infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, and other viruses. Vilotos Pharmaceuticals is a virology company based in Baltimore, MD that focuses on research and development to find cures for these diseases. Mr. Swanson is a patent author and co-inventor of the drugs that are being developed.

Mr. Swanson's background in cancer research and drug development was instrumental in the development of the drug platform used by Vilotos Pharmaceuticals to create its virology drug portfolio. Mr. Swanson was an early pioneer in Flavocure Biotech’s cancer research at Harvard Medical School and having placed significant financial resources into the search for a cure to cancer, Swanson facilitated new drug applications and novel therapies.

In 2020, with the Covid-19 pandemic, Mr. Swanson applied the concept of using certain flavonoid based cancer drugs into treatment areas of Covid-19. He recognized the efficacy of flavonoids, such as Quercetin for SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) and MERS (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome). While the drugs performed well against certain influenza viruses, they did not reach efficacy against SARS-COV-2 virus.

Mr. Swanson's continues his dedication to finding cures for diseases and this effort is unwavering. Along with a team of PhD's and MD's from prestigious universities such as the University of Maryland, Harvard Medical School, and John's Hopkins, his drug received Orphan Drug designation from the FDA. Meanwhile, the Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the critical need for new treatments and vaccines to combat infectious diseases.

Mr. Swanson's dedication to finding cures for diseases has not gone unnoticed. His work has earned him recognition and accolades from the medical and scientific communities. His commitment to developing therapies for Covid-19 and other diseases has the potential to save countless lives and improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

More information about Clark Swanson can be found at www.clarkswanson.com.