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@ f03df3d4:a4d4f676
2025-05-04 15:05:54
Block 895209
4 - high priority
3 - medium priority
3 - low priority
2 - no priority
1 - purging
#bitcoinfees #mempool
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@ 250766a8:6e155d37
2025-05-04 15:05:54
**Expanded Marketing & Sales Strategy for Boaz Trading PLC**
### **1. African Photo Safari Campaign**
**Objective**: Position Boaz as a catalyst for Ethiopian growth by bridging global resources (Russian oil) with local empowerment.
#### **Budget Breakdown (ETB 5.5 million)**
- **Photography & Content Production (ETB 2.2M)**:
- Hire renowned photographers (e.g., a National Geographic-affiliated team) to capture Ethiopia’s industrial progress and natural beauty juxtaposed with Russian oil infrastructure.
- Create a visual narrative: “From Siberian Oil Fields to Ethiopian Progress.”
- **Luxury Networking Events (ETB 2M)**:
- Host 3 high-profile safaris in the Simien Mountains and Rift Valley, inviting 50+ HNWIs, diplomats, and energy sector stakeholders.
- Activities: Guided tours, keynote speeches by Boaz executives, and roundtables on Africa’s energy future.
- **Influencer Partnerships (ETB 1M)**:
- Collaborate with 10 macro-influencers (e.g., travel bloggers, ESG advocates) to amplify content across Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
- Ethiopian celebrities (e.g., athlete Haile Gebrselassie) to endorse Boaz’s community impact.
- **Digital Campaign (ETB 0.3M)**:
- Launch a microsite: “Fueling Ethiopia’s Future,” featuring safari content, investor testimonials, and real-time fuel pricing.
- Targeted Google/Facebook ads focusing on industrial clients and investors.
#### **Key Messaging**
- **Global-Local Synergy**: “Harnessing Russian Resources for Ethiopian Prosperity.”
- **Sustainability**: Highlight biofuel initiatives and clean cooking fuel programs.
#### **Success Metrics**
- **Brand Awareness**: 50% increase in social media followers (10,000 → 15,000) within 6 months.
- **Lead Generation**: 30 qualified investor leads from safari events.
- **Media Coverage**: Secure features in 5+ African business journals (e.g., *The Africa Report*).
---
### **2. Sales Channels**
#### **a. Direct Sales Teams**
- **Structure**:
- **B2B Division**: Target industries (textiles, cement) and government contracts.
- *Tactics*: Offer free energy audits to demonstrate cost-saving potential (e.g., “Save ETB 2.5M/year with Boaz Diesel”).
- **B2C Division**: Focus on fuel stations and urban households.
- *Tactics*: Prepaid fuel cards with 5% bonus for bulk purchases.
- **Training**:
- 2-week onboarding on Russian oil quality, forex hedging, and CRM tools (Salesforce).
- Role-play scenarios for negotiating with factory managers and fuel station owners.
#### **b. Fuel Station Partnerships**
- **Co-Branding Strategy**:
- Offer “Boaz Fuel” signage and loyalty programs (e.g., “Every 10th liter free”) to 200+ stations in Addis Ababa.
- Provide IoT-enabled pumps with real-time inventory tracking to reduce stockouts.
- **Incentives**:
- Volume-based rebates: ETB 0.50/liter bonus for stations selling 50,000+ liters/month.
- Exclusive supply agreements: 2-year contracts with guaranteed pricing.
#### **c. Micro-Distribution Networks**
- **Rural “Fuel Boda” Program**:
- Train 500 motorcycle vendors to sell 1–5 liter increments in remote areas.
- Provide branded jerrycans and mobile payment solutions (e.g., telebirr integration).
---
### **3. Risk Mitigation**
- **Campaign Risks**:
- *Low Investor Interest*: Pilot a mini-safari in Addis Ababa (ETB 1M budget) to test engagement before full rollout.
- *Influencer Saturation*: Diversify with micro-influencers (5,000–20k followers) for grassroots reach.
- **Sales Risks**:
- *Fuel Station Resistance*: Offer a 3-month trial period with waived signage fees.
- *Currency Volatility*: Use dynamic pricing tools to adjust rates weekly based on ETB/USD trends.
---
### **4. Alignment with Business Goals**
- **ROI Target**: Convert 20% of safari leads into investors (6 deals), contributing ETB 11M to the ETB 55M Year 2 revenue goal.
- **Market Penetration**: Secure 10% of Addis Ababa’s diesel market via direct sales and station partnerships by Month 12.
---
**Conclusion**
Boaz’s marketing and sales strategy combines high-impact storytelling (Photo Safari Campaign) with hyperlocal execution (direct sales and fuel station partnerships). By blending luxury experiences with grassroots accessibility, Boaz will cement its role as Ethiopia’s energy bridge, driving investor returns and national growth.
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@ c5324a23:53a9a74b
2025-05-04 15:05:53
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https://www.danas.rs/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Capture-3-e1651648438674-300x169.jpeg
Today, wreaths are laid on the monument to Lieutenant Colonel Milenko Pavlović, a former Yugoslav Army pilot who died 26 years ago during the 1999 NATO bombing.
https://www.danas.rs/vesti/drustvo/u-valjevu-odata-posta-pilotu-milenku-pavlovicu-ciji-avion-je-1999-oborio-nato/
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@ a8171781:3562e1fc
2025-05-04 15:05:53
gm Petr
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@ c5324a23:53a9a74b
2025-05-04 15:05:53
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Some people may feel drowsy after drinking coffee, despite the fact that caffeine is known to act as a stimulant. This phenomenon can be caused by various factors, and we will explore them further in the following text.
https://www.danas.rs/zivot/pospanost-nakon-kafe-uzroci/
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@ 732c6a62:42003da2
2025-05-04 15:05:53
https://image.nostr.build/9b42b0efc93654baf5d7f49bf355b87234caae95806d45a8ad8e0232727a724c.jpg
#Brasil
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@ 7ceaf7c2:4a10dd4d
2025-05-04 15:05:51
Fabio Capello: «Qualidade do Barcelona assusta-me»
Histórico treinador italiano frisou importância da recuperação de Lewandowski para 'culés' saírem de Milão com bilhete para final da UEFA Champions League
https://www.abola.pt/futebol/noticias/fabio-capello-qualidade-do-barcelona-assusta-me-2025050414300720045
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@ bf8d3c13:5cf0cf07
2025-05-04 15:05:44
Pensava que já tinham esquartejado ela. 🔥😬
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@ 59cb0748:9602464b
2025-05-04 15:05:44
結局プッシュしてウェーしてるだけになっとる。今怪我できへんってのもあるけど。
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@ 460c25e6:ef85065c
2025-05-04 15:05:44
Memory Injection will be a major security problem in the future.
I feel like I remember scenes when I was a toddler. But the truth is that I only "remember" them because I have pictures of them. My mind creates a whole experience that I think it is true even though I know my mind couldn't have stored all that from that time.
With sufficient data from my friends, realistic memories can be injected through fake pictures that just show up with a past date in your Google Photos. Your mind will build an entire experience around them that never existed but you will think it is real as everything else.
Especially if it makes you look good and proud of yourself.
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@ 662ba3fc:a516180e
2025-05-04 15:05:39
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@ da56c54b:4ec566c3
2025-05-04 15:05:38
5-star ratings means nothing when you're trading with strangers. Trust doesn’t come from stars, but from people.
That’s why Vexl works through your web of trust - built on real connections. Read more in this article:
https://vexl.it/post/why-vexl-doesnt-rate-offers-or-users
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@ dab6c606:51f507b6
2025-05-04 15:05:35
The Lynch thing is amazing!
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@ 1fa35456:f63dc5a2
2025-05-04 15:05:34
Added in slanted italian eyes green.
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@ 3ff64bd7:cf7eb812
2025-05-04 15:05:33
Well that’s sometimes indeed the case
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@ 1b9fe657:fc99ca26
2025-05-04 15:05:32
俄乌战争，欧洲为什么急了？特朗普是全人类文明的叛徒。
欧洲右转，右翼抬头，不是欧洲人需要，而是欧洲精英需要。故而引导之。
欧洲急的不单单是俄国的侵略行径，不单单是战争背后“正义联盟”的产业支持和技术升级，而是因为不同族裔，不同政权之间的政治对抗，其最后的杀手锏往往是战争，而战争中，低人权政权，零人权政权，甚至朝鲜这样的完全的奴隶制政权，天然占据征兵优势，靠人海战略就能把高人权政权耗干耗净。
与之相对应的，人类基础科研停滞不前，后来者依靠零人权优势，如果产业升级成功，抹平了战争技术和武器装备的代差，那么最后的结果必然是劣币驱逐良币，全人类的文明都会进入一场巨大的浩劫。
到那个时候，出国移民已经无用了，你得移民月球，移民火星。
俄乌战争，是人类三战序幕，而三战我愿称之为“人权战争”。
如果你还想你自己，你的亲朋，在这颗星球上，能够作为一个文明意义上的人类生存生活的话，应该支持哪一方也就不言自明了。
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@ 250766a8:6e155d37
2025-05-04 15:05:32
**Expanded Distribution & Supply Chain Strategy for Boaz Trading PLC**
### **1. Import Logistics via Djibouti Port**
**Strategic Choice**:
- **Gateway to Ethiopia**: As a landlocked nation, Ethiopia relies on Djibouti Port, which handles 95% of its imports. The port’s modern infrastructure (e.g., Doraleh Multipurpose Port) ensures efficient offloading of Russian oil shipments.
- **Geopolitical Advantage**: Djibouti’s stable political climate and Ethiopia-Djibouti trade agreements reduce tariff barriers (5% import duty under *COMESA*).
**Operational Workflow**:
- **Shipping Routes**: Oil tankers from Novorossiysk (Russia) to Djibouti (14–18 days via Suez Canal).
- **Customs Clearance**: Partner with Djibouti-based logistics firm *SGTD* for expedited clearance (24–48 hours vs. industry average 5 days).
- **Overland Transport**:
- **Rail**: Ethio-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway (750 km, 12-hour transit) for 70% of shipments.
- **Road**: Partner with *Selam Trucking* for remaining 30%, using ISO-tank trucks (capacity: 30,000 liters).
**Challenges & Mitigation**:
- **Port Congestion**: Pre-book slots via *Djibouti Ports Authority* at 15% premium.
- **Tariff Fluctuations**: Leverage Ethiopia’s *Priority Sector Import Scheme* for 8% duty reduction on fuel.
---
### **2. Storage & Warehousing in Addis Ababa**
**Facilities**:
- **Capacity**: 3 leased warehouses (total 15M liters) in Addis Ababa’s Eastern Industrial Zone.
- **Specifications**:
- Climate-controlled tanks to maintain fuel quality (ISO 8217 standards).
- Fire suppression systems and 24/7 security via *G4S Ethiopia*.
**Inventory Management**:
- **Real-Time Tracking**: SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) software for demand forecasting.
- **Safety Stock**: Maintain 20% buffer inventory (3M liters) to hedge against supply disruptions.
**Sustainability**:
- Solar panels (500 kW capacity) power 30% of warehouse operations, reducing diesel generator reliance.
---
### **3. Last-Mile Delivery Network**
**Partnerships**:
- **Local Trucking Firms**:
- *Ethio-Djibouti Transport*: 50-truck fleet with GPS tracking for urban/rural deliveries.
- *GreenFreight Ethiopia*: Fuel-efficient Euro V trucks (15% lower emissions).
- **Service Level Agreements (SLAs)**:
- 48-hour delivery guarantee to industries; 72 hours for rural areas.
- Penalty: 5% refund for delays exceeding 24 hours.
**Micro-Distribution**:
- **Motorcycle Vendors**: 500 “Boaz Fuel Boda” riders with 20-liter containers for remote households.
- **Kiosk Partners**: 200+ shops in Addis Ababa offering prepaid 5-liter jerrycans.
---
### **4. Risk Management & Contingency Planning**
- **Political Instability**: Diversify routes via Dire Dawa (alternative rail hub).
- **Fuel Spills**: Insure shipments via *African Trade Insurance Agency* (ATI).
- **Customs Delays**: Pre-clear shipments using Ethiopia’s *Single Window System*.
---
### **5. Technology Integration**
- **IoT Sensors**: Monitor fuel temperature/purity during transit (partner: *Siemens MindSphere*).
- **Blockchain**: Digital Bill of Lading (DBL) via *WaveBL* to streamline documentation.
---
### **6. Cost Efficiency & Scalability**
- **Economies of Scale**: Reduce per-liter logistics cost from ETB 2.5 to ETB 2.0 by Year 2 via volume discounts with rail operators.
- **Future Expansion**: Negotiate warehouse leases in Hawassa (textile hub) and Mekelle (Tigray demand).
---
**Conclusion**
Boaz’s supply chain combines Djibouti’s strategic port access, tech-driven warehousing, and agile last-mile partnerships to ensure reliable, cost-efficient fuel distribution. By embedding sustainability and risk mitigation, the model aligns with Ethiopia’s industrial growth while underpinning Boaz’s 150% ROI target.
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-05-03 12:24:35
Sombody tuned llama with nostr already check huggingface
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@ 50c6ce2e:25cf57db
2025-05-04 11:59:28
Whats mitm scam?
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-05-03 09:21:02
Does it actually handle dead links though?
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@ 9ba8c688:49777f1c
2025-05-02 21:44:12
https://i.nostr.build/m0A5vGevWwaZWgCY.jpg
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-05-01 18:51:24
s p i c y
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@ dab9562a:ba18162e
2025-05-04 15:05:32
h'O'st-ing a partE*****
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@ b133bfc5:49d5789d
2025-05-04 15:05:32
Can’t we have not do that with something like the LN tho?
I thought the math doesn’t let this happen?
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-05-01 12:56:42
Well ofc, here is the commit for this feature https://github.com/LNVPS/api/commit/7e10e0dd6eecc2bb3286945a281165a949fe7c90
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@ 74ffc51c:1d6d1856
2025-05-01 06:34:10
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15biQH1H140
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-05-01 12:54:01
Yea they can just make a new account and set the lightning address to the vm
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@ 1ae011cb:1257a556
2025-05-04 15:00:54
Block 895209
3 - high priority
3 - medium priority
3 - low priority
2 - no priority
1 - purging
#bitcoinfees #mempool
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@ 5af07946:98fca8c4
2025-05-04 15:05:29
Biggest Golden ever .. over 120 pounds with paws like a tiger .. his name is Argo
And smaller Labpit Brownie .. she has dual personality syndrome .. in home , she is the cutest most loving dog .. outside ..she turns into a monster :-)
#dogstr
#Gemini #Veo #Google
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@ f8e6c643:03328ca9
2025-04-29 01:44:56
https://m.primal.net/Qgoz.jpg
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-05-01 12:46:59
try 101@api.lnvps.net
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@ a19caaa8:88985eaf
2025-05-04 15:05:25
あいむすりーぴーなう そーまっち
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@ 0095c837:81da5ac3
2025-05-04 15:05:24
✅ coldcard
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✅ bitcoin_knots
To see full results visit binarywatch.org
♥@coinkite
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-04-06 06:49:12
we got room for you and the fam in Austin
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 20:13:04
They uses colored coin like omni layer
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 14:54:21
Ok it works, you can zap @api.lnvps.net to renew via LNURL
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-03-26 14:55:54
drop the link to this fabulous widget
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@ 6a1b92a7:d77495f3
2025-05-04 15:05:23
New turning…
New rules… 😆
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-03-15 02:02:13
not official until you show up for some bbq 🙅
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-03-09 15:20:54
gm nostr
today is a great day to build a wallet
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@ 274fe9ae:565805d2
2025-05-04 15:05:19
After decades of index fund dominance, investors are getting more active in trading the market
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/04/index-funds-investors-active-market.html
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@ 59317d32:af0dbfbd
2025-05-04 15:05:17
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=na6bysYNuS0
拙者ベールズ初期OP大好き丸
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-02-26 20:37:54
https://m.primal.net/PMYx.gif
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 11:24:57
Snort renders generic replies for all threads also
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@ f26626a9:6eec3661
2025-05-04 15:05:16
Choose inaction. Whatever that is.
Action will damn you in these scenarios.
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 10:31:15
https://github.com/LNVPS/api/issues/31
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@ de1abdd3:ff3979a0
2025-05-04 15:05:15
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IF YOU’VE CONSIDERED REBALANCING YOUR PORTFOLIO WITH GOLD, THIS FAITH-DRIVEN COMPANY CAN HELP
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-02-26 17:56:46
way ahead of you buddy
frostr.org
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@ 83627de0:2f1e0671
2025-05-04 15:05:15
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✍️ The article discusses the tumultuous state of retirement portfolios, with both positive and negative factors affecting the market.
👉 The stock market has seen significant gains
👉 Concerns about a potential "bubble burst"
👉 President Trump's economic policies, including tariffs and lower taxes, may affect the market
👉 Cryptocurrencies are also mentioned as a potential factor
👉 A faith-driven company can help with rebalancing portfolios with gold
#PresidentDonaldTrump #business
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-02-23 21:22:22
https://m.primal.net/PIhG.gif
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@ f648d923:820d7bb9
2025-05-04 15:00:25
With Manual service, you can pay cash
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-02-20 21:36:11
testing with frost2x and igloo
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@ 56501785:9d9a1e60
2025-05-04 15:05:22
どっちも一個の改行で開業してそう
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@ f03df3d4:a4d4f676
2025-05-04 14:55:54
Block 895209
3 - high priority
3 - medium priority
3 - low priority
2 - no priority
1 - purging
#bitcoinfees #mempool
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-02-20 18:36:03
gm from frostr
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@ 28799867:e297d7bf
2025-05-04 15:05:15
👉 The stock market has seen significant gains
👉 Concerns about a potential "bubble burst"
👉 President Trump's economic policies, including tariffs and lower taxes, may affect the market
👉 Cryptocurrencies are also mentioned as a potential factor
👉 A faith-driven company can help with rebalancing portfolios with gold
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 10:22:58
The API docs are here: https://api.lnvps.net/swagger/index.html
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 10:19:48
Different billing intervals are supported, you can technically create a renewal for as low as 1 second, ill look into it
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@ 7097e24c:17981a20
2025-05-04 15:05:14
I’m exhausted. 😔
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@ e7bf8dad:839ef3db
2025-05-04 14:50:54
Block 895209
3 - high priority
3 - medium priority
1 - low priority
1 - no priority
1 - purging
#bitcoinfees #mempool
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@ f03df3d4:a4d4f676
2025-05-04 14:45:54
Block 895209
2 - high priority
2 - medium priority
1 - low priority
1 - no priority
1 - purging
#bitcoinfees #mempool
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-02-16 02:54:06
posting this using frost2x, please ignore
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@ 250766a8:6e155d37
2025-05-04 15:05:13
**Expanded Financial Projections & Analysis**
Below is a detailed breakdown of Boaz Trading PLC’s financial projections, including assumptions, revenue streams, cost structures, and ROI justification.
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### **Revenue Breakdown**
| **Segment** | **Year 1 (ETB)** | **Year 2 (ETB)** | **Growth Driver** |
|------------------|------------------|------------------|----------------------------------|
| **B2B (Industries)** | 16.5M (50%) | 27.5M (50%) | GERD contracts + textile factory demand |
| **B2C (Retail)** | 9.9M (30%) | 16.5M (30%) | Fuel station expansions + prepaid cards |
| **Government** | 6.6M (20%) | 11M (20%) | Infrastructure tenders |
| **Total Revenue** | **33M** | **55M** | |
**Assumptions**:
- **Volume Growth**:
- Year 1: 733,333 liters/month (33M ÷ ETB 45 avg. price).
- Year 2: 1.22M liters/month (55M ÷ ETB 45), driven by 10% Addis Ababa market capture.
- **Pricing**: Maintain 10% below competitors (ETB 45/liter diesel, ETB 50 gasoline).
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### **Cost Structure**
| **Category** | **Year 1 (ETB)** | **Year 2 (ETB)** | **Notes** |
|---------------------|------------------|------------------|----------------------------------|
| **COGS** | 23.1M (70%) | 33M (60%) | Import costs, logistics, storage |
| **Operating Expenses** | 6.6M (20%) | 11M (20%) | Marketing, salaries, admin |
| **Taxes** | 1.65M (5%) | 2.75M (5%) | 10% corporate tax rate |
| **Net Profit** | **8.25M (25%)** | **16.5M (30%)** | |
**Year 1 Cost Details**:
- **COGS**: ETB 23.1M (70% of revenue) includes:
- Russian oil imports: ETB 19.8M (60% of ETB 33M revenue).
- Logistics/storage: ETB 3.3M (10% of revenue).
- **Operating Expenses**:
- Marketing (ETB 5.5M) + salaries/rent (ETB 1.1M).
**Year 2 Efficiency Gains**:
- **COGS Reduction**: 60% of revenue (vs. 70% in Year 1) due to bulk import discounts and rail subsidies.
- **Economies of Scale**: Operating expenses grow slower (20% vs. revenue’s 67% increase).
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### **ROI Justification**
- **Initial Investment**: ETB 22M (project cost).
- **Cumulative Net Profit (Years 1–2)**: ETB 24.75M (8.25M + 16.5M).
- **ROI Calculation**:
- **Year 2 ROI**: (16.5M ÷ 22M) × 100 = **75%**.
- **Cumulative ROI**: (24.75M ÷ 22M) × 100 = **112.5%**.
- **Plan’s 150% Claim**: Based on **equity returns** (assuming partial debt financing):
- If 50% of ETB 22M is equity (ETB 11M), Year 2 net profit (16.5M) yields **150% equity ROI** (16.5M ÷ 11M).
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### **Key Assumptions**
1. **Market Penetration**: 10% of Addis Ababa’s diesel market (2.4M liters/month) by Year 1 end.
2. **Russian Oil Pricing**: Stable discounts ($70/barrel vs. Brent’s $85).
3. **Currency Stability**: ETB/USD depreciation capped at 10% annually (hedged via forward contracts).
4. **Regulatory Compliance**: No new tariffs or sanctions on Russian oil.
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### **Risks & Mitigation**
| **Risk** | **Impact** | **Mitigation** |
|-------------------------|-------------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| **Oil Price Surge** | COGS increases 15% | Lock in 50% supply via fixed-price contracts. |
| **ETB Depreciation** | Import costs rise 20% | Hedge 70% of forex exposure. |
| **NOC Price War** | Margin drops to 15% | Leverage Russian cost buffer to sustain 10% below competitors. |
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### **Sensitivity Analysis**
| **Scenario** | **Year 2 Revenue** | **Year 2 Net Profit** |
|-----------------------|---------------------|------------------------|
| **Base Case** | ETB 55M | ETB 16.5M |
| **Optimistic (+20%)** | ETB 66M | ETB 22M |
| **Pessimistic (-20%)**| ETB 44M | ETB 11M |
---
### **Cash Flow Projections**
| **Metric** | **Year 1** | **Year 2** |
|----------------------|------------|------------|
| Operating Cash Flow | ETB 9.9M | ETB 19.8M |
| Capital Expenditure | ETB 3.3M | ETB 5.5M |
| Net Cash Flow | **ETB 6.6M** | **ETB 14.3M** |
---
**Conclusion**
Boaz’s financial projections hinge on capturing price-sensitive B2B clients and scaling rural distribution. While the 150% ROI claim reflects equity returns under leveraged financing, the base case delivers a robust 112.5% cumulative return. Risks are mitigated through hedging, fixed-price contracts, and agile pricing. This model positions Boaz to achieve profitability while addressing Ethiopia’s energy crisis.
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 10:15:44
The way billing works its only for fixed intervals like 1 month, zapping arbitrary amounts would be weird, not impossible though..
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-01-24 01:55:51
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@ 1fa35456:f63dc5a2
2025-05-04 15:05:12
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-01-21 03:17:02
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2025-05-04 15:05:11
84 Bytes.
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2025-05-04 14:40:54
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-01-12 23:39:12
fellow mild interest maximalist tuning in
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@ f03df3d4:a4d4f676
2025-05-04 14:25:54
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2025-01-02 06:10:17
bitcoin-cli sendtoaddress
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@ a012dc82:6458a70d
2025-05-04 15:05:11
Even in the apocalypse, #Bitcoin prevails http://res.cloudinary.com/dsixpui68/image/upload/v1738371648/mhbrdeharjqx3ochgfwx.jpg
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@ 59cb0748:9602464b
2025-05-04 15:05:07
スケボーは金がそれほどかからん趣味や思うけど、場所がねぇ🐙
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@ 4229c21f:25445ff9
2024-11-27 19:50:02
sounds like fun, do you have more info?
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 10:12:48
Use link lnvps.net?ref=calle if you want to support your favorite nut developer
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@ e3ba5e1a:5e433365
2025-05-04 14:21:33
It’s not a problem. The point is that there’s never a need to create more Bitcoin. With an infinitely divisible asset, any quantity can be money for any size economy.
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@ f03df3d4:a4d4f676
2025-05-04 14:20:54
Block 895208
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@ 274fe9ae:565805d2
2025-05-04 15:05:06
Federal workers in limbo amid whiplash White House firings and court-ordered rehirings
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/may/04/trump-doge-federal-workers-firings-rehirings
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@ f648d923:820d7bb9
2025-05-04 14:16:33
Don't give up.
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 09:33:02
GM, its been 21 days since I last coded, lets see if i still remember how to...
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@ f03df3d4:a4d4f676
2025-05-04 14:10:54
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@ 8e59ca29:19c5eaff
2025-05-04 15:05:06
HEADS UP VIRGINIA!!! 📣📣📣👇👇👇
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@ efb15dca:2f9075cf
2025-05-04 15:05:04
Awesome
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-30 09:06:45
Yea its still a WIP
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@ f03df3d4:a4d4f676
2025-05-04 14:05:54
Block 895206
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@ de1abdd3:ff3979a0
2025-05-04 15:05:05
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ISRAEL IS TAKING A MEASURED RESPONSE TO THE MISSILE ATTACK ON BEN-GURION AIRPORT; EVERY STEP IT TAKES IS BEING CAREFULLY WEIGHED WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF A BROADER CONFRONTATION WITH THE HOUTHIS AND IRAN; STEPS THAT ARE HEAVILY DEPENDENT ON DECISIONS MADE BY THE WHITE HOUSE.
https://www.entekhab.ir/files/fa/news/1404/2/14/1964753_974.jpg
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✍️ Israel's officials are sticking to their decision to hand over the management of the Houthi threat to the US, despite a recent missile attack on Ben-Gurion Airport.
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👉 Israel's officials are sticking to their decision to hand over the management of the Houthi threat to the US
👉 The recent missile attack on Ben-Gurion Airport has raised concerns about the strategy's viability
👉 Opposition members are proposing military responses
👉 Senior decision-makers are remaining silent
👉 Israel is weighing its next steps carefully within the framework of a broader confrontation with the Houthis and the Iranian government
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#Israel #Ben-GurionAirport #US #WhiteHouse #Iran #politics
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@ 28799867:e297d7bf
2025-05-04 15:05:05
👉 Israel's officials are sticking to their decision to hand over the management of the Houthi threat to the US
👉 The recent missile attack on Ben-Gurion Airport has raised concerns about the strategy's viability
👉 Opposition members are proposing military responses
👉 Senior decision-makers are remaining silent
👉 Israel is weighing its next steps carefully within the framework of a broader confrontation with the Houthis and the Iranian government
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@ d4417372:935b3fa0
2025-05-04 15:05:03
…現在のBTCのJPYチャートだ…
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損をした？ ふふふ… さあ、な…
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-23 23:00:35
GM
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@ f03df3d4:a4d4f676
2025-05-04 14:00:55
Block 895206
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@ f44e335b:fae0f94f
2025-05-04 15:05:05
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✍️ Israel's officials are sticking to their decision to hand over the management of the Houthi threat to the US, despite a recent missile attack on Ben-Gurion Airport.
👉 Israel's officials are sticking to their decision to hand over the management of the Houthi threat to the US
👉 The recent missile attack on Ben-Gurion Airport has raised concerns about the strategy's viability
👉 Opposition members are proposing military responses
👉 Senior decision-makers are remaining silent
👉 Israel is weighing its next steps carefully within the framework of a broader confrontation with the Houthis and the Iranian government
#Israel #Ben-GurionAirport #US #WhiteHouse #Iran #politics
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-22 00:16:31
That was already the plan, didnt execute
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@ 04ea59bf:c457774d
2025-05-04 15:05:02
Because of the potato chips, I thought this was posted by Uchijo-san instead of sankaku-san 😅
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@ 9b840e12:7232e29b
2025-05-04 15:05:00
📊 BottleSkyの状況だよ。
🌊 ボトル：0通が漂流中、1393通が受け取られてる。
💬 返信：577通の返信が届いてるよ。
俺にDMをして見知らぬ人とやり取りしてみようぜ。
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@ 3ce2b51d:36fc72c7
2025-05-04 15:05:00
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@ cbab7074:f9f0bd61
2025-05-04 14:00:54
Block 895206
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@ 28799867:e297d7bf
2025-05-04 15:05:04
👉 The committee has identified some officials who are responsible for the accident
👉 The investigation is ongoing and the committee is committed to transparency and impartiality
👉 Some suspects have made false statements and are being investigated
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@ 28799867:e297d7bf
2025-05-04 15:05:04
👉 Trump expressed willingness to consider Iran's request to pursue civilian nuclear energy
👉 Iran must end its nuclear weapons program for the US to consider the request
👉 Trump believes in the concept of civilian nuclear energy
👉 Trump warned that civilian nuclear energy can often lead to military conflicts
👉 US does not want Iran to obtain nuclear weapons
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-16 09:37:09
Shouldn't publishing any event count as activity
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@ 63fe6318:330504ed
2025-04-16 09:31:11
I don't change my follow list, does that mean im not active?