About Dakota Hosting
From Personal Computers to AI Hosting
Dakota Hosting represents the latest evolution in our 20-year journey at the forefront of the technology sector. Originating from a strong foundation in product development engineering and customer support within the PC industry—particularly noted for our contributions to Gateway Computers—we’ve successfully navigated the complex terrains of reverse logistics, refurbishment, and the sales of consumer electronics. Our expertise has fueled partnerships with industry giants like Gateway, Vizio, and Staples, handling hundreds of thousands of consumer electronics products.
Transitioning back to our roots, we pioneered a new chapter by constructing a production line dedicated to high-performance gaming PCs, while concurrently collaborating with our partners to engineer enterprise-level GPU servers tailored for ETH and other blockchain technologies. This venture further extended into the support for the site development and deployment of BTC servers, showcasing our adaptability and technical prowess.
Today, Dakota Hosting is leveraging our deep-rooted knowledge in site development, power management, and computer hardware to venture into the construction of AI Factories. Our aim is to democratize access to advanced AI hardware, facilitating its adoption across various industries. By bridging the gap between complex AI technologies and practical business applications, we are not just participating in the AI revolution; we are actively shaping it.
As we look to the future, Dakota Hosting is committed to innovating at the intersection of artificial intelligence and hardware, striving to empower industries to harness the transformative power of AI. Our journey from PC industry veterans to AI pioneers exemplifies our dedication to technology, innovation, and our belief in the limitless potential of AI to redefine the landscape of modern industries.
Keith Thomas
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Keith Thomas is the President of Barefoot Mining. Keith has spent 35 years in technology companies, including 13 years at Gateway as director of engineering for desktop product development. He has founded various technology companies. He has Electrical Engineering degrees from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.
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Blake Van Peursem is a project/finance manager of Barefoot Mining. Blake has been involved in procurement, logistic, site setup, and finance for mining projects. Blake has spent over 25 years in the computer technology industry including 18 years with Dakota PC Warehouse and 7 years at Gateway, Inc., a Fortune 200 personal computer company. Blake has a Degree in Accounting from WITCC.
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