@ a07af323:0224bb6f

Bitcoin, clave privada y dirección de bitcoin:

"Bitcoin es un numero" Intentemos explicar esta frase: Primero que nada, estamos en un mundo digital y todo debe entenderse como "unos y ceros" (código binario) que es el lenguaje computacional. Si queremos obtener bitcoin, debemos tener una billetera primero. Podemos instalar una en nuestro celular o en nuestra computadora. Esa billetera nos generara nuestra "clave privada". Esta clave, nunca debemos revelarla, ya que en esta clave se almacenara nuestro bitcoin. Perdes la clave, perdes tu bitcoin. Veamos este ejemplo:

![[Clave privada publica monedero.jpg]]

La clave privada, generara la clave publica y de esta ultima, se generaran las direcciones en la que los demás podrán depositarle bitcoin.

Veamos una clave privada:

![[clave privada.jpg]]

En este ejemplo vemos 12 palabras generadas con una billetera llamada "Sparrow". Esa es nuestra clave privada. Ud puede tener una clave privada de 12, 18 o 24 palabras, pero con 12 es suficiente. Pero, de donde salen estas palabras?

![[Bip 39.jpg]]

![[bip 39 probabilidades.jpg]]

Dejaremos la cuestión técnica de lado por el momento. La billetera, ha generado nuestra clave privada, la que guardaremos como nuestro mayor tesoro. Esta clave privada, nos generara nuestra clave publica. La criptografía de clave pública es la base de todas estas cosas, pero al principio es muy confusa. Entonces, lo que vamos a hacer es usar una analogía.

![[Casilleros.jpg]]

Piense en una serie de casilleros, como cajas de seguridad que están en un espacio público. Tal vez esta sea una estación de autobuses o una estación de tren y en las paredes están todas estas cajas de seguridad. Y estas cajas de seguridad están codificadas con PIN. Así que hay un pequeño teclado de código pin en el frente. La otra cosa que es única acerca de estas cajas de seguridad es que todas tienen una pequeña ranura en la parte superior. Y esa ranura significa que podes dejar algo en la caja de seguridad. Bien, si dejas caer algo en la caja de seguridad, ¿Quién puede abrirlo? Quien tenga el pin (la clave privada).

Esta imagen no es perfecta, porque se pierde algo realmente interesante que sucede en Bitcoin. Todas las cajas de seguridad son transparentes. De hecho, puede ver el interior, si hay dinero allí, y puede contarlo desde el exterior de la caja. No podes tocarlo, no podes abrirlo, pero podes ver que está ahí. Y esa es la tecnología fundamental de Bitcoin. Hay un pequeño detalle más. ¿Ves los números en la esquina inferior izquierda? Todas las casillas están numeradas. Esa es la caja de seguridad número dos. Entonces, en un sistema blockchain, esa sería la dirección. Entonces, la dirección es un número de identificación pública. Simplemente, eso es una dirección, un número. Eso le dice qué caja de seguridad necesita usar.

En esta imagen, vemos como se comprime la información con el algoritmo que utiliza el sistema Bitcoin, solo a modo ilustrativo para comprender su seguridad.

![[Algoritmo SHA256.jpg]]

Entonces, una dirección de bitcoin no le dice nada sobre la clave privada. Es una consideración muy importante. ¿Alguna vez podes encontrar la clave privada de la dirección de bitcoin? No, no podes. Tienen una relación matemática, pero esa relación matemática es unidireccional. La dirección de bitcoin se genera a partir de la clave privada, no al revés. No podes retroceder desde una dirección o desde la clave publica.

Casi todo en criptografía se basa en esta idea fundamental, que se puede resumir en que no se puede retroceder. También conocidas como "funciones unidireccionales en matemáticas".

![[Algoritmo SHA256 - 1.jpg]]

![[Historia de usuarios - argumento2.jpg]]

![[Historia de usuarios - argumento.jpg]]

Alguien le envió a Alice algo de bitcoin. Solo que en realidad no lo envió. Porque bitcoin no se mueve. Bitcoin siempre está en la red Bitcoin. No está en mi bolsillo. No está en mi teléfono. No está en la billetera. Está en la cadena de bloques, siempre.

![[Que es poseer Bitcoin.png]]

@ adfe2756:80f1d737

There’s a timeless exchange that occurs in the stillness of non-verbal communication, a profound beauty and deeper understanding blossoms. It is a connection that transcends words, reaching into the depths of the spirit, unmasking the illusions of perception. Picture yourself in a distant land, alone, immersed in unfamiliar tongues. Here, you are summoned to rely on your primal instincts, and you start to dance with your senses. In the melody of tones and the whispers of the wind, you begin to decipher the symphony of energy, the vibrations that cradle the universe. This is not mere adaptation; it is an ascension of consciousness, a journey towards the stillness where true understanding blooms.

In this world, pulsating with life's silent rhythms, words become superfluous. You merge with the cosmic ballet, attuned to the frequencies that weave through existence. It is an awakening from the slumber of spoken deceptions, a unification with the world's heartbeat.

Yet, in the haste of our daily lives, amidst the relentless cacophony of the modern world, we have strayed. Our minds, ensnared in a web of digital illusions and ceaseless thoughts, yearn for rest. We have lost the symphony of the earth – the songs of birds, the whispers of the wind through leaves, the serene flow of water over stones, the rhythmic dance of ocean waves, the serene hush beneath the water’s surface, the playful chatter of wildlife, the gentle patter of rain on soil. These are the melodies of a world vibrant and alive, yet often unheard amidst our mental clamor.

In the stillness, in the quiet observation and appreciation of nature's splendor, we reconnect with something far greater than ourselves. Embracing the language of the earth, the non-verbal cues of existence, is a transformation, a pathway to enlightenment. Our ancestors walked this path, in harmony with nature, guided by the wisdom of intuition and heart, fearless in their journey. They knew their divine connection, aware that the path to the spirit is not inscribed in books but discovered in unity with nature, the mind, the heart, and the awakening of all senses.

Remember, we are not separate from this magnificent connection; it’s ever flowing around us throughout the entirety of our lives. We have boundless access to an infinite realm of guidance, freely accessible, and in exchange for a few quiet moments of stillness, it provides us with an overflow of ancient wisdom, healing, prosperity, insight, and a direct connection to the universe in return. In listening to the unspoken, in feeling the pulse of the earth, we find our way back to our true selves, to a world where every silent whisper holds the key to profound wisdom and transformation. This is the journey of the soul, a return to the essence, an invitation to partake in the grand, silent symphony of existence.

@ 1a4ec27b:490e9f32

Quegli incompetenti di Meta hanno deciso di sospendere momentaneamente il profilo Instagram del Bitcoin Beer, al momento i nostri canali di diffusione restano inviarati ma non possiamo pubblicare da Instagram.

Vi aggiorneremo sugli eventi 🙏

https://bitcoinbeer.netlify.app/

@ 13bb52c0:7a8bd512

Hey there, Nostriches and WordPress enthusiasts!

Ever felt the traditional WordPress comments were a bit... meh? Ever wished for a sleeker, more modern way for your readers to interact? Well, guess what? We've been cooking up something special just for you!

Introducing the WP NoStress Comments Plugin! A revolutionary new way to handle comments on your WordPress site. And guess what? It's powered by the fantastic Nostr library!

🤔 Why is this so cool?

• No More Old School: Say goodbye to the old WordPress comments and say hello to a fresh, modern anonymous comment form.

• Powered by Nostr: Leveraging the power of the Nostr library, this plugin is set to redefine user interactions on your site.

• Engage Like Never Before: With a seamless integration, your users can now provide their NSEC key, generate a new one using the Nostr library, or even use an external browser extension like Alby or Nos2x.

• Moderation: Admins have the ability to moderate comments, including deleting or editing them.

• Spam Protection: The nostr protocol has built-in spam protection to prevent unwanted comments, can you believe it?.

• Customization: The look and feel of the comments section can be customized to match the website's theme.

🕹️ Demo

You can try the demo from our website VEINTIUNO.world, the plugin, replace comments in both articles and Woocommerce products

🤫 A Little Secret

Okay, we'll spill the beans. This plugin is currently a Work in Progress (WIP). But that's where the fun begins! We're reaching out to the vibrant WordPress and nostriches developer community (yes, YOU!) to join hands and make this plugin legendary.

🫵 Got Tech Skills? We Need You!

If you're a NostrDev with a passion for WordPress and a knack for innovation, we'd love for you to dive into the code, play around, and contribute. Whether it's refining features, squashing bugs, or adding that extra sprinkle of awesomeness, your skills can make a difference.

👾 Join Us!

This isn't just a plugin; it's a movement. A movement to redefine, reimagine, and revolutionize the way we think about comments on WordPress. So, whether you're a wordpress user, and admin tired to deal with spam, a merchant, a blogger, or just someone with fantastic ideas, come aboard or just simply share your thoughts below!

Check out the plugin's repository on GitHub and let's make the internet a more anonymous, private and interactive place, one comment at a time!

@ 13bb52c0:7a8bd512

The free course on the basics of Bitcoin, delivered daily by email directly to your mailbox (in Spanish).

¡Learn about Bitcoin!

Bitcoin is a revolutionary new technology that allows you to easily send money to anyone, anywhere in the world, without intermediaries. This course will help you understand exactly what it is, how it works, and why it is improving lives everywhere.

One email per day, for 21 days! A little commitment that will enrich you. We hope you enjoy it. Share your questions with our community on Twitter or/and Nostr using the hashtag  **#21DiasDeBitcoin**

Curioso? Apuntate!

Hasta la proxima!

@ 13bb52c0:7a8bd512

#wordpress #nostr #plugin #bounty #commets #zaps #zapathon

Howdy folks, zappers, stackers, nostriches we here today to announce a small bounty to make our idea of a NoStress Wordpress Comments plugin work.

We know the current bounty amount is probably tooo looow for sooo many of you, experienced software engineers, no worries! Then close this page and nos vemos pronto en paraiso...

We want to gather your interest, and we will increase the bounty amount depending on community interest and interactions with the participants.

We announced the idea and make the code public exactly two weeks ago. Evidence of this post indicate our discomfort on having such an idea parked for so long, and we cannot wait to see it alive.

So if you are up for the challenge, write a response on this thread, we'll keep comms open and public, yes because we #BuildinPublic. So, put your shame and ego on the side and start doing something good ... at least for the wordpress and Nostr community ;)

Saludos 🤙

@ 29216785:2a636a70

I'm developing a contrib module for Drupal so you can publish your content entities written with Markdown to any Nostr relay which supports NIP-23. The article will show up on several clients which are displaying the long-form content (kind 30023). These are my favorite clients:
* https://yakihonne.com/ * https://habla.news/ * https://blogstack.io/

This is a screenshot of writing this article in the Drupal CMS:

How it shows up on Yakihonne:

The project page is here: nostr_content_nip23.

@ 01349b39:818e942b

I like to build things and share them, but I prefer to keep my identity concealed behind an alias when doing so. I just like the idea that, if you don't know someone's identity, you'll value their work just for the results they managed to share and nothing else.

Of course this could be a minus in some cases, like if you make something nice and you can't showcase it because that author of said work is not your current "you" (imagine a work related situation).

I think that when people interact with each other, they speak and act accordingly to the "persona" they had build up while socializing with a certain group of people. Be it family, friends, coworkers or strangers. Just think of when you had friend over at home or when you met some family members at your workplace, if it happened, you might've had some awkward moments trying to not make yourself look odd to everyone.

Maybe it's because of my past experience that I think like this but, from time to time, it comes to mind that there are someone like "Satoshi Nakamoto" that made a work of art and then faded in the wind, without glory and without bias, people just saw the work he did and nothing more, acknowledging his creation it wholly.

I'd love to know more from you, about how you manage to present yourselves to the world.

@ cce0989b:b497e608

Experiencing or witnessing suffering has the ability to change us in one of two ways.

It can make us more compassionate, more accepting, and more courageous.

Or it can do the opposite, turning us into cynical, hardened, apathetic versions of ourselves. These are coping mechanisms used to protect ourselves from trauma, which unfortunately have long-term consequences on our health, happiness, and relationships.

When there is so much pain all around, it can feel terrifying to allow yourself to open up to it. Neuroscience studies have shown that, when we observe someone else in pain, it can lead to an empathic experience of pain within ourselves. It hurts our common humanity deeply to see another person suffer, let alone the scale at which we can see it happening around our world.

Empathy connects us, but because it activates our own pain, it can become really hard to be present for the person who is suffering. That’s why we need to move from empathy to compassion, which is the experience of being moved by another’s pain and taking action towards alleviating it. Embodying compassion gives us both the courage and the capacity to face our collective suffering, and to do something to make it a little bit better.

Here's how to make this shift:

Witness the pain of another

Acknowledge any of your own pain that comes up because of it

Set an intention that you will use this moment to embody compassion

Look for one way to help and offer it to them

With repeated practice, we can return to ourselves as we really are. Because, deep down at your core, you are not cynical, hard, or apathetic. You are loving. You are emotional. You are connected to other people. You are good. That's who you really are. And when you see that, you can also see other people as they really are, too.

@ a012dc82:6458a70d

Table Of Content

• The Deceptive Scheme

• The Fall of the Scammer

• Victims Take Charge

• The Verdict

• Conclusion

• FAQ

In a recent turn of events, a Bitcoin scammer, who was exposed and prosecuted by his own victims, has been handed a suspended prison sentence. The scammer, Doede Osman Khan, had been deceiving investors by promising them protection against online scams and lucrative returns on their investments. This case has brought to light the vulnerabilities that many face in the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, where scammers often prey on the uninformed and the hopeful.

The Deceptive Scheme

Doede Osman Khan, a 50-year-old from Staffordshire, portrayed himself as a guardian angel for investors. He warned them about the perils of online scams and promised to help them navigate the treacherous waters of cryptocurrency investments. He assured them of making profits while doing so. However, in reality, Khan swindled thousands of dollars from unsuspecting individuals across the globe, including regions like Teesside and Canada. His promises, which seemed too good to be true, were laced with deceit and manipulation.

Khan's modus operandi involved offering tutorials on purchasing and trading cryptocurrency online. Within just a few months of starting in early 2019, he had managed to attract dozens of clients from around the world. He made "outlandish claims" and promised large profits with "zero risk". Khan's presentations, which were entirely fictitious, were designed to exploit the trust and ignorance of his victims. These presentations painted a picture of a risk-free investment world, which is far from the reality of cryptocurrency trading.

The Fall of the Scammer

Despite his claims of starting with honest intentions, Khan's fraudulent activities were primarily to cover up unexpected losses. The court found that greed overcame Khan after witnessing early success in his venture. This early success, instead of being a foundation for genuine business growth, became the catalyst for his descent into deceit.

Victims were lured into investing their Bitcoin funds with Khan to purchase trading bots, which he claimed would monitor the market. However, behind the intricate jargon, Khan's scam was straightforward - he simply pocketed their Bitcoin. Flaunting his ill-gotten gains, Khan often shared photos of himself living a luxurious lifestyle, complete with flashy cars, yachts, and skyscrapers. These images were a stark contrast to the financial and emotional turmoil he left in his wake.

While Khan admitted to stealing £20,000, the victims argue that the current value of the stolen Bitcoin could be as high as £725,000, showcasing the gravity of his deceit.

Victims Take Charge

Two victims, Stephen Johnson from Stockton and Margery Willhelm from Canada, collaborated with other investors to compile a comprehensive 700-page dossier on Khan. This dossier was a testament to their determination to bring Khan to justice. Mrs. Willhelm, whose husband runs a private investigation firm, expressed her determination to find Khan, emphasizing the emotional and financial toll his actions had taken on the victims. Her resilience showcases the strength of those wronged, and their commitment to ensuring justice is served.

Bethean McCall, a solicitor who took on the case, highlighted the emotional impact of the fraud on the victims, many of whom blamed themselves for being deceived. She emphasized the importance of victims realizing that they were manipulated by a professional scammer and that the blame lies solely with Khan.

The Verdict

Teesside Crown Court sentenced Khan to 15 months in prison, suspended for 18 months, after he pleaded guilty to seven counts of fraud. This sentence, while providing some justice to the victims, also serves as a warning to potential scammers about the consequences of their actions. Additionally, Khan is now under a four-month curfew, with a proceeds of crime hearing scheduled for the future, ensuring that his actions continue to be monitored and that he faces the repercussions of his deceit.

Conclusion

The case of Doede Osman Khan serves as a stark reminder of the dangers lurking in the world of online investments, particularly in the realm of cryptocurrencies. While the digital age offers immense opportunities, it also presents avenues for deceit and fraud. It's crucial for investors to remain vigilant, conduct thorough research, and be wary of offers that seem too good to be true. The resilience and determination of Khan's victims not only brought a scammer to justice but also highlighted the importance of community and collaboration in the face of adversity.

FAQ

Who is Doede Osman Khan? Doede Osman Khan is a Bitcoin scammer who deceived investors by promising protection against online scams and lucrative returns.

How was Khan caught? Khan was exposed and prosecuted by his own victims, who compiled a comprehensive 700-page dossier against him.

What was Khan's scam method? Khan offered cryptocurrency trading tutorials and lured victims into investing their Bitcoin with him, promising to buy trading bots. He then simply pocketed their Bitcoin.

How much did Khan steal? Khan admitted to stealing £20,000, but the victims claim the current value of the stolen Bitcoin could be as high as £725,000.

What was Khan's sentence? Khan was sentenced to 15 months in prison, suspended for 18 months, by the Teesside Crown Court.

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@ 85b5eb25:d4ac11dc

**Decentralized publishing for the web Nostr is a simple, open protocol that enables truly censorship-resistant and global value-for-value publishing on the web.

What is Nostr? Nostr stands for “Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays”. Like HTTP or TCP-IP, Nostr is a protocol; an open standard upon which anyone can build. Nostr itself is not an app or service that you sign up for.

Nostr is designed for simplicity and enables censorship-resistant and globally decentralized publishing on the web. Let’s unpack that a little:

Simple The protocol is based on very simple & flexible Event objects (which are passed around as plain JSON) and uses standard public-key cryptography for keys & signing. This makes it easy to run relays and build clients and ensures that the protocol can be extended over time.

Resilient Because Nostr doesn’t rely on a small number of trusted servers for moving or storing data, it’s very resilient. The protocol assumes that relays will disappear and allows users to connect & publish to an arbitrary number of relays that they can change over time.

Verifiable Because Nostr accounts are based on public-key cryptography it’s easy to verify messages were really sent by the user in question.

@ 2863f394:275ed58d

Like this does:

https://stacker.news/~tech/post?type=link&url=https://survey.devographics.com/en-US/survey/state-of-js/2023?source=r_javascript&title=State%20of%20JavaScript%202023

@ 9ecbb0e7:06ab7c09

Tras la victoria de la derecha en Argentina, la Justicia de este país sudamericano ha decidido anular el sobreseimiento previo en la causa conocida como la “Ruta del dinero K” para reanudar la investigación contra la expresidenta argentina y actual vicepresidenta del país, Cristina Fernández, por presunto lavado de dinero, informó la agencia EFE.

La asociación civil Bases Republicanas, estrechamente vinculada al exmandatario Mauricio Macri, fue la encargada de presentar la querella que impulsó esta decisión judicial. La organización busca reincorporar a Fernández en la causa que investiga las presuntas maniobras de lavado de dinero vinculadas al empresario Lázaro Báez, quien ya ha sido condenado y tenía una estrecha relación con Fernández y su difunto esposo, Néstor Kirchner.

La investigación volverá a manos del juez Sebastián Casanello, quien en junio pasado había desvinculado a la exmandataria de los procesamientos de corrupción. La votación en la Cámara Federal de Apelaciones resultó en dos votos a favor, emitidos por los jueces Mariano Llorens y Pablo Bertuzzi, y uno en contra por parte del magistrado Eduardo Farah, lo que permitió ordenar la reapertura del caso.

El factor clave detrás de esta decisión es la necesidad de vincular las pruebas de otros casos por corrupción en los que se involucra a la vicepresidenta. Entre estas causas se encuentran “Vialidad”, donde fue condenada a seis años de prisión con un fallo de primera instancia apelado; “Hotesur-Los Sauces”, por presunto lavado de dinero; y la mediática causa “Cuadernos”, que implica a más de 170 procesados por irregularidades en la obra pública. El juez Mariano Llorens sostiene que todas estas causas, a pesar de tramitar en distintos tribunales, giran en torno a un común denominador. Además, considera esencial revisar las declaraciones de los “arrepentidos” en el proceso “Cuadernos”, ya que podrían arrojar luz sobre los hechos.

La “Ruta del dinero K” se originó en abril de 2013 y ha llevado a la condena de Lázaro Báez y otros 17 imputados por millonarias maniobras de blanqueo de capitales relacionadas con la obra pública, estimadas en alrededor de 55 millones de dólares. La vicepresidenta ha insistido en que es víctima de una persecución judicial para proscribirla políticamente y favorecer a la oposición.

En respuesta a la decisión judicial, el abogado de Cristina Fernández, Gregorio Dalbón, calificó esta resolución como una “vergüenza jurídica” y adelantó que buscarán el enjuiciamiento de los magistrados por “prevaricar”. El experto en derecho también afirmó que “tarde o temprano” la causa terminará apuntando hacia Mauricio Macri.

@ 2863f394:275ed58d

got this email: "BlockFi | Action Required: Identity Verification for Withdrawal Request" with a link to withpersona.com for verifyication. Need to do KYC to withdraw btc.

Is it legit?

@ cb4a9302:df3fd5b3

Besides ourselves (nukes), AGI is arguably the biggest threat to humanity. The reasons should now be obvious, so I won't bore you with the why (if it's not obvious, ask ChatGPT https://openai.com/). But what isn't so discussed are suggestions on how to endure and reach your potential when the immersion is omnipresent.

• Interact with it! Integrate it into all areas of your life gradually where it makes sense to. Become more productive and freer. Knowing how to use these tools and work with them will be essential for work.
• Adapt. Be open-minded and a chameleon.
• Discipline your mind - meditate, fast, run, etc.
• Have gold and or BTC. Financially prepare for economic darkness and unemployment. Saving in fiat will work against you (https://stefanglover.com/broken/) and UBI (universal basic income) may or may not be a thing.
• Educate yourself on potential dangers to not be surprised.
• Physically train to be able to protect yourself and your family. You never know how overwhelmed minds may respond to the disruption. Violence and chaos are a possibility. Not an advocate for violence, but tools may be something to practice with.
• Invest in AI companies.
• Rethink purpose. Maybe the biggest thing as AGI will leave many jobless. This can be a horrible thing but with the right perspective can also be great. We can rethink what it means to be human.
• Embrace your feelings. Be graceful with yourself and those around you.
• Discover/deepen who you are outside of your work. Create, dance, explore, play, love, imagine.
• Understand pushing back against the adoption if replaced while may lead to useful regulation, could be inefficient IF you're not simultaneously adopting it into your life. Don't protest against it to your demise.
• Artificial engineer hardship. Eat boring repetitive meals, practice minimalism, go a day, week, or month without something you love (phone, music, etc.), take ice baths/ cold showers, etc. This builds confidence and mental endurance capabilities.
• Do breathing exercises.
• Be hopeful, kind, and find your peace!

Most of all. Remember we're all in this together. It will inevitably be imposed on us globally. There's no timeline or clear regulatory measures. Some say 2024, 2030 2049, and some say we'll keep redefining what AGI actually is, pushing back the arrival date, in denial until embodiment. Get connected and participate yesterday! If you need to know what some cool tools or ideas to integrate are, hit me up or ChatGPT.

@ a0caa94b:ce4a5afd

ולינסבה מינסב לא מייתבה דעתיה כדר' יצחק דא"ר יצחק מיום שחרב בית המקדש ניטלה טעם ביאה וניתנה לעוברי עבירה שנאמר (משלי ט, יז) מים גנובים ימתקו ולחם סתרים ינעם:

@ d6dc9554:d0593a0c

$$\sum_{i=0}^{32} 210.000 × [{50}/{2^i}] = ₿$$

32 halving epochs 210.000 blocks per epoch initial block reward: 50 the halving: 2 epoch i

@ 58537364:705b4b85

.... "สังคมใดมีจุดหมายทางปัญญา ก็จะก้าวหน้าไปได้เรื่อยๆ ไม่รู้จักจบ จนกระทั่งทำชีวิตนี้ให้หลุดพ้นจากปัญหา หลุดพ้นจากความทุกข์ การแก้ปัญหาทั้งหมดก็แก้ได้ด้วยปัญญานี้เอง

.... เครื่องหมายนำหน้าที่สื่อไปถึง"ปัญญา" ก็คือ การรู้จักคิด หรือ "ความคิดแยบคาย" ที่เรียกทางธรรมว่า "โยนิโสมนสิการ" .... "ความคิด"นั้นเป็นตัวกลางที่เชื่อมระหว่าง"ข้อมูล ความรู้" กับ "ความเห็น ความเข้าใจ" .... "ความคิดแยบคาย" ทำให้รู้จักหาความรู้ และทำให้สามารถนำความรู้มาใช้ประโยชน์

.... ความคิดสำคัญที่เป็นหลัก คือ การคิดหาความรู้ กับ การคิดเพื่อเอาความรู้มาใช้ประโยชน์ หรือ คิดให้ได้ความรู้ กับ คิดใช้ความรู้ .... คนมีความรู้ แต่ไม่รู้จักคิด ก็ไม่สามารถทำความรู้ให้เป็นประโยชน์ แต่คนที่คิดโดยไม่มีความรู้และไม่หาความรู้ ก็จะเป็นเพียงความคิดที่เพ้อฝันเลื่อนลอย .... เมื่อคิดเพ้อฝันเลื่อนลอยแล้วมาแสดงความเห็น ก็จะเป็นความเห็นที่เหลวไหล ไร้สาระ ว่าไปแค่ตามชอบใจ-ไม่ชอบใจของตัว

.... โดยนัยนี้ "กระบวนการพัฒนาปัญญา" จึงมีการใฝ่ "แสวงหาความรู้" เป็นเบื้องต้น มีการฝึกคิดเป็นท่ามกลาง และมีการรู้จักแสดงความเห็นเป็นปริโยสาน (ในหลายกรณีที่สำคัญ ต้องมีการปฏิบัติ ทดสอบ หรือทดลองมาเป็นเครื่องยืนยัน)

.... ดังนั้น ความใฝ่รู้ และ การรู้จักแสวงหาความรู้ จึงเป็นบุพนิมิตแห่งพัฒนาการทางปัญญา .... ในสังคมใด คนขาดความใฝ่รู้ ไม่รักการสืบค้นหาความรู้ จะหาความเจริญงอกงามทางปัญญาได้ยาก จะเต็มไปด้วยความคิดเพ้อฝันเลื่อนลอย และการแสดงความเห็นเพียงแค่สนองความชอบใจ-ไม่ชอบใจของตนเอง .... เพื่อให้มีการพัฒนาปัญญา จึงต้องมีคติว่า การแสดงความเห็นต้องคู่กับการหาความรู้ และเมื่อมีความรู้ ต้องฝึกความคิดให้แยบคาย"

สมเด็จพระพุทธโฆษาจารย์ ( ป. อ. ปยุตโต ) ที่มา : ธรรมนิพนธ์ "จัดระเบียบสังคม ตามคตินิยมแห่งสังฆะ" หมายเหตุ : "ปริโยสาน" คือ การจบอย่างสมบูรณ์ หรือ ที่สุดลงโดยรอบ

“ต้องเน้นการหา“ความรู้” มากกว่าการให้“ความเห็น” ต้องให้การแสดงความเห็นนั้น ตั้งอยู่บนฐานของ... “ความรู้ที่มั่นคงที่สุด”

เวลานี้ มีปัญหามากเหลือเกิน คนชอบแสดง“ความเห็น” โดยไม่หา“ความรู้”เลย”

สมเด็จพระพุทธโฆษาจารย์ ( ป. อ. ปยุตฺโต )

@ 20e06a13:1589d05a

YouTube Videos und KI, die sie zusammenfassen - Lohnt sich ein YouTube Kanal noch?

Google BARD kündigt an, dass man demnächst durch deren KI Chat in der Lage sein wird, Fragen zu YouTube Videos und deren Inhalte zu stellen - so dass man sich das Video theoretisch nicht mehr anschauen muss. An sich für Menschen, die effizienter und produktiver arbeiten möchten, eine super Sache, aber für Content Creator auf YouTube eine weitere Hiobs-Botschaft.

KI Tools, die YouTube Videos zusammenfassen und sogar strukturierte und damit übersichtliche Bulletpoints erstellen, gibt es ja schon eine Weile und das macht das Ganze um so unangenehmer. Man stelle sich vor, dass man tagelang recherchiert und ein wirklich gutes und informatives Video erstellt, nur damit eine KI dieses in Schriftform zusammenfasst.

Warum sollte man sich jetzt überhaupt noch die Arbeit machen, aufwendige und lehrreiche Videos zu erstellen, wenn am Ende keine Watch-Time generiert wird und somit sich der Algorithmus und die Leistungsperformance der Videos verschlechtert. Für jeden YouTube Kanal ist so etwas das mögliche AUS.

Ich habe Google BARD dazu mal ein paar Fragen gestellt:

Wenn es mittlerweile immer mehr Tools gibt, die YouTube Videos zusammenfassen oder Inhalte behandeln, wo ein Zuschauer das Video nicht mehr anschauen muss, wie soll dann ein YouTuber noch Watch-Time generieren?

Die Antwort von Google BARD:

Die zunehmende Verbreitung von Tools, die YouTube-Videos zusammenfassen oder Inhalte behandeln, ohne dass der Zuschauer das Video anschauen muss, stellt eine Herausforderung für YouTuber dar. Diese Tools können dazu führen, dass Zuschauer weniger Zeit damit verbringen, YouTube-Videos zu schauen, und damit auch weniger Watch-Time generieren.

Um dieser Herausforderung zu begegnen, müssen YouTuber sich auf folgende Punkte konzentrieren: Hervorragende Inhalte: Die wichtigste Voraussetzung für erfolgreiche YouTuber ist nach wie vor die Erstellung von hervorragenden Inhalten. Dies bedeutet, dass die Videos informativ, unterhaltend oder beides sein sollten. Die Inhalte sollten außerdem relevant für die Zielgruppe des YouTubers sein.

• Attraktive Präsentation: Auch die Präsentation der Inhalte ist wichtig. Dazu gehören ein ansprechendes Intro und Outro, eine gute Bildqualität und ein klarer Ton.

• Engagement: YouTuber sollten versuchen, mit ihren Zuschauern zu interagieren. Dies kann durch Kommentare, Live-Streams oder andere Maßnahmen erfolgen.

Darüber hinaus können YouTuber folgende Strategien verfolgen, um mehr Watch-Time zu generieren:

1. Kapitel in Videos einbauen: Kapitel ermöglichen es Zuschauern, direkt zu dem Teil eines Videos zu springen, der sie interessiert. Dies kann dazu beitragen, dass Zuschauer ein Video länger ansehen.
2. Videos mit einer Länge von 10-15 Minuten produzieren: Videos dieser Länge sind in der Regel kurz genug, um die Aufmerksamkeit der Zuschauer zu halten, aber lang genug, um umfassende Inhalte zu bieten.
3. Videos regelmäßig veröffentlichen: Regelmäßige Veröffentlichungen von neuen Videos helfen dabei, die Aufmerksamkeit der Zuschauer aufrechtzuerhalten.

YouTube bietet außerdem verschiedene Tools und Funktionen, die YouTubern dabei helfen können, mehr Watch-Time zu generieren. Dazu gehören zum Beispiel die Möglichkeit, - Videos in der Startseite zu bewerben, - oder die Verwendung von Videovorschlägen.

Insgesamt ist es wichtig, dass YouTuber sich auf die Erstellung hochwertiger Inhalte konzentrieren und ihre Zuschauer ansprechen. Nur so können sie auch in Zukunft erfolgreich sein und mehr Watch-Time generieren.

Okay, dachte ich mir, dass ist eine Standartantwort, wie man überhaupt mehr Watch-Time generieren kann. Das war nicht wirklich zufriedenstellend, also habe ich noch einmal genauer nachgehakt:

Lohnt es sich überhaupt noch für YouTuber ausführliche Videos zu machen zu bestimmten Themen, die viel Recherche benötigen, wenn solche Tools sowieso das optisch schneller und besser schriftlich zusammenfassen?

Und die Antwort von Google BARD:

Ob es sich für YouTuber lohnt, ausführliche Videos zu bestimmten Themen zu machen, die viel Recherche benötigen, hängt von mehreren Faktoren ab.

• Zielgruppe: Wenn die Zielgruppe des YouTubers vor allem Menschen sind, die sich intensiv mit einem bestimmten Thema beschäftigen möchten, dann ist es durchaus möglich, dass sich auch ausführliche Videos lohnen. Diese Zuschauer sind bereit, Zeit und Mühe zu investieren, um sich umfassend zu informieren.

• Qualität der Inhalte: Die Qualität der Inhalte ist natürlich auch entscheidend. Wenn die Videos informativ und unterhaltsam sind, dann werden sie auch bei einer Zielgruppe, die sich mit Tools wie Zusammenfassungen oder Artikeln informieren kann, erfolgreich sein.

• Persönlichkeit des YouTubers: Die Persönlichkeit des YouTubers spielt ebenfalls eine Rolle. Wenn der YouTuber sympathisch und authentisch ist, dann werden die Zuschauer sich eher mit ihm und seinen Videos identifizieren.

Insgesamt lässt sich sagen, dass ausführliche Videos für YouTuber auch in Zukunft ein wichtiges Format sein werden. Sie bieten den Zuschauern die Möglichkeit, sich umfassend zu informieren und dabei auch noch unterhalten zu werden. Allerdings ist es wichtig, dass die Videos qualitativ hochwertig sind und die Zielgruppe ansprechen.

Hier sind einige Tipps für YouTuber, die ausführliche Videos zu bestimmten Themen machen möchten:

• Konzentrieren Sie sich auf ein Thema, das Sie wirklich interessiert und in dem Sie sich gut auskennen. Recherchieren Sie gründlich und stellen Sie sicher, dass Ihre Informationen korrekt und aktuell sind.

• Verwenden Sie ansprechende Visuals und eine klare und verständliche Sprache.

• Interagieren Sie mit Ihren Zuschauern und beantworten Sie ihre Fragen.

Wenn Sie diese Tipps beachten, dann haben Sie gute Chancen, auch mit ausführlichen Videos erfolgreich zu sein.

Halten wir fest:

Zielgruppe

Qualität der Inhalte

Persönlichkeit (also Zuschauerbindung)

Auch das sind allgemeingültige Voraussetzungen, um überhaupt auf YouTube erfolgreich zu sein. Das löst aber nicht wirklich das Problem, denn am Ende muss es sich auch lohnen. Es sei denn, man betrachtet YouTube wirklich nur als Möglichkeit visuell sein Unternehmen zu präsentieren und indirekt auf Produkte oder Dienstleistungen zu lenken. Das rate ich übrigens jedem und dafür muss man zunächst sein Mindset gegenüber YouTube ändern bzw. den Gedanken loswerden, dass es auf viele Views oder Abonnenten ankommt. Hier gilt nämlich nur eins:

Ähnlich wie beim Marketing allgemein und Leadgenerierung, kommt es bei YouTube auf DIE Zuschauer an, die am Ende deine Marke für wertvoll empfinden und dein Unternehmen als Kunden begleiten.

Zitat von Susann Uckan @ited by querschnitt

Dennoch reicht SEO nicht immer aus, um den Kanal längerfristige Reichweite zu generieren und somit dein Unternehmen bekannter zu machen. Der Algorithmus spielt da auch eine große Rolle und da kommt es nun mal vor allem auf die Watch-Time an.

Was kannst du als Unternehmer nun tun, um deinen YouTube Kanal für Zuschauer interessant zu machen? Ich habe mir nach diesen unzureichenden Antworten von Google BARD nun also selbst Gedanken gemacht, wie man als Unternehmer bei YouTube in so einem Fall am besten taktisch vorgehen kann, um seinen YouTube Kanal besser performen zu lassen.

Abgesehen davon, dass man immer eine Zielgruppen-Analyse durchziehen sollte, um die Inhalte entsprechend anzupassen, kann ich als Videoeditorin schon mal sagen:

• dass man visuell schon sehr viel herausholen kann - das ist etwas, was keine KI herausfiltert, also stimmt es schon mal, dass man mit hervorragenden visuellen Inhalten seine Zuschauer zum Anschauen animieren kann Humor und Kreativität ist etwas, was KI nicht ersetzen kann, also sollte man als Unternehmer sich bei seinen Inhalten darauf fokussieren - Menschen lieben Humor und Kreativität

• Und Menschen lieben Interaktion. Das bedeutet, dass man nun als Unternehmer sich mehr Zeit dafür einräumen muss, öfters LIVE zu streamen

Da ich bei meinen Gedankengängen Google BARD selbst noch mal bestätigen lassen wollte, habe ich folgende Fragen gestellt:

Könnte es sein, dass es für YouTuber effektiver wird, hauptsächlich Live-Streams zu machen, um mehr Watch-Time zu generieren, wenn die normalen Videos eh nur noch von KI Tools zusammengefasst werden?

Die Antwort von Google BARD:

Ja, es ist durchaus möglich, dass es für YouTuber effektiver wird, hauptsächlich Live-Streams zu machen, um mehr Watch-Time zu generieren. Live-Streams haben gegenüber normalen Videos einige Vorteile:

• Interaktivität: Zuschauer können in Live-Streams direkt mit dem YouTuber interagieren, indem sie Fragen stellen, Kommentare abgeben oder sogar selbst ins Bild kommen. Dies trägt dazu bei, die Aufmerksamkeit der Zuschauer zu erhöhen und eine stärkere Bindung aufzubauen.

• Ereignischarakter: Live-Streams vermitteln den Zuschauern das Gefühl, Teil von etwas Besonderem zu sein. Sie fühlen sich, als würden sie etwas erleben, das nur in diesem Moment stattfindet. Dies kann dazu führen, dass sie sich länger mit dem Live-Stream beschäftigen.

• Authentizität: Live-Streams vermitteln den Zuschauern das Gefühl, dass sie den YouTuber in einem natürlichen Umfeld erleben. Dies kann dazu beitragen, dass die Zuschauer dem YouTuber mehr vertrauen und sich mit ihm identifizieren.

KI-Tools können zwar normale Videos zusammenfassen, aber sie können nicht die gleiche Interaktivität oder den gleichen Ereignischarakter bieten wie Live-Streams. Daher ist es wahrscheinlich, dass Live-Streams auch in Zukunft ein wichtiges Format für YouTuber sein werden.

Hier sind einige Tipps für YouTuber, die mehr Watch-Time durch Live-Streams generieren möchten:

• Planen Sie Ihre Live-Streams im Voraus. Überlegen Sie sich, welche Themen Sie behandeln möchten und wie Sie mit Ihren Zuschauern interagieren möchten.

• Promotieren Sie Ihre Live-Streams. Stellen Sie sicher, dass Ihre Zuschauer wissen, wann Sie live gehen. Seien Sie authentisch. Interagieren Sie mit Ihren Zuschauern auf eine natürliche und ungezwungene Art und Weise.

Wenn Sie diese Tipps beachten, dann haben Sie gute Chancen, mit Live-Streams mehr Watch-Time zu generieren.

Welche Inhalte oder Taktiken gibt es noch für YouTuber, um nicht durch die KI Tools, die alles zusammenfassen, in ihrer Watchtime beraubt zu werden?

Die Antwort von Google BARD:

Neben Live-Streams gibt es noch weitere Inhalte und Taktiken, die YouTuber nutzen können, um nicht durch KI-Tools in ihrer Watchtime beraubt zu werden. Hier sind einige Beispiele:

• Inhalte mit hohem Unterhaltungswert: KI-Tools können zwar Informationen vermitteln, aber sie können nicht die gleiche emotionale Wirkung erzielen wie ein unterhaltsames Video. YouTuber, die sich auf die Erstellung von humorvollen, spannenden oder emotional bewegenden Inhalten konzentrieren, sind daher weniger anfällig für die Konkurrenz durch KI-Tools.

• Inhalte mit hoher Interaktion: KI-Tools können zwar Informationen vermitteln, aber sie können nicht die gleiche persönliche Verbindung zu Zuschauern aufbauen wie ein YouTuber, der mit seinen Zuschauern interagiert. YouTuber, die Live-Chats, Umfragen oder andere interaktive Elemente in ihre Videos einbauen, können daher die Aufmerksamkeit ihrer Zuschauer besser aufrechterhalten.

• Inhalte mit hohem Mehrwert: KI-Tools können zwar Informationen vermitteln, aber sie können nicht die gleiche Tiefe und Komplexität bieten wie ein YouTuber, der sich mit einem Thema ausführlich auseinandersetzt. YouTuber, die sich auf die Erstellung von informativen und lehrreichen Inhalten konzentrieren, können daher eine Nische besetzen, die für KI-Tools weniger zugänglich ist.

Hier sind einige weitere konkrete Tipps für YouTuber, die ihre Watch-Time trotz KI-Tools steigern möchten:

• Konzentrieren Sie sich auf Ihre Stärken: Was macht Sie als YouTuber einzigartig? Was können Sie besser als andere YouTuber? Konzentrieren Sie sich auf Ihre Stärken und entwickeln Sie Inhalte, die Ihrem Publikum gefallen.

• Seien Sie kreativ: KI-Tools können zwar einfache Aufgaben wie das Zusammenfassen von Informationen übernehmen, aber sie können nicht die Kreativität eines Menschen ersetzen. Seien Sie kreativ und denken Sie außerhalb der Box, um Inhalte zu erstellen, die Ihre Zuschauer begeistern.

• Experimentieren Sie: Probieren Sie neue Dinge aus und finden Sie heraus, was bei Ihrem Publikum gut ankommt. Experimentieren Sie mit verschiedenen Formaten, Themen und Stilen, um herauszufinden, was funktioniert.

Die zunehmende Verbreitung von KI-Tools stellt eine Herausforderung für YouTuber dar, aber sie ist keine unüberwindbare. Mit Kreativität, Innovation und Engagement können YouTuber auch in Zukunft erfolgreich sein und ihre Watch-Time steigern.

Wenn du mehr über YouTube Marketing und Kanaloptimierung erfahren willst, dann schau doch auf meiner Webseite vorbei: https://editedbyquerschnitt.com/

@ cce0989b:b497e608

Give the other person your attention:

• Establish your capacity (“I have twenty minutes to talk right now, and then I will have to get back to work,” or “I need a bit of time to wind-down, and then we can spend time together!”)

• Try to minimize distractions (put your phone down, turn off the television, choose an appropriate time for in-depth conversations.)

Be curious:

• Summarize what they say (“It sounds like you’re saying…” and “What I’m hearing is…”)

• Ask for clarification (“Am I getting this right?”)

• Invite them to go deeper (“Could you share more about that experience?” or “What were you feeling in that moment?”)

Express care:

• Extend compassion (“That must have been so painful,” or “What do you need right now?”)

• Point out their strengths (“Your courage in that moment was awe-inspiring,” or “You always make me laugh.”)

• Share your gratitude (“This was such a great conversation," or “I’m so thankful that you opened up to me.”)

@ 9ecbb0e7:06ab7c09

El Ministerio de Finanzas y Precios aprobó la Resolución 271/2023, publicada en el pasado lunes en la Gaceta Oficial de la República, para establecer valores de venta del suelo cubano a inversionistas extranjeros que lo utilicen para proyectos de energía renovables (solar fotovoltaica y eólica).

La normativa pretende incentivar las inversiones con un valor mínimo de 0.34 centavos de dólares por cada metro cuadrado (0.34 USD/m²) con independencia del municipio del país donde se ubique la inversión. En medio de una crisis energética sin precedentes, la medida parece un paso desesperado para ofrecer en “descuento” trozos de tierra de cubana bajo la modalidad de usufructo.

Como justificación, el Ministerio de Finanzas y Precios establece que la presente resolución se alinea con los principios de la Constitución de la República y la Ley 118 de Inversión Extranjera. Además, sigue las directrices de la Resolución 83, que considera los derechos de propiedad sobre bienes inmuebles como aportes al capital social de empresas mixtas o totalmente extranjeras.

El precio del metro cuadrado de tierra cubana varía en función del tiempo

Según el ministro Vladimir Regueiro Ale, el establecimiento de un valor mínimo uniforme para todo el país ofrece claridad y equidad para los inversores. No obstante, habrá un coeficiente de corrección al precio unitario por metro cuadrado que variará en función de los años que dure el contrato de usufructo.

Los coeficientes de corrección del Anexo II de la Resolución permiten ajustar el valor del suelo según la duración de cada proyecto. Esto proporciona una valoración más precisa y acorde a la realidad de cada inversión, considerando las variaciones temporales de los proyectos.

@ 96c35a92:ec44c88e

Testing @stackernews cross posting to Nostr

@ 8816e893:70464592

About bitcoin ,money and something related

@ df3d362a:3c765ec9

Imagine you go to a restaurant with great food and reasonable prices. You then learn from a friend who used to work there that yes, the ingredients are all organic and locally sourced, but the kitchen is full of roaches, and the employee washroom doesn’t have a sink, let alone soap.

Does that information color your experience? Are you going back? Were the premium ingredients wasted?

My point: a stack is only as clean as its dirtiest layer.

Following the restaurant analogy, the solution is also clear, often literally: open the kitchen to view. Let the guests see all the equipment, all the staff, and all the ingredients. Put the sink outside the washroom, where everyone can see. While this doesn’t guarantee hygiene, it lets everyone involved make an informed, autonomous decision. Guests no longer have to trust the staff or health inspectors; they and their decisions become autonomous.

The same applies to bitcoin companies, except our ingredients consist of bitcoin, and our kitchen is our code. You can check the ingredients here. It’s 100% pure, grade A, free-range bitcoin. I’ve even grown some of it myself. And here is our kitchen. If you see any flaws, dirty corners, or lurking pests, let us know. We’ll either fix it ourselves, or you can submit a PR.

Like all genuine bitcoin companies, we neither expect nor want your trust, which is why all our code is free and open-source software (FOSS) and always will be. At the risk of offending some nice, well-meaning people, I’d even go so far as to say that if your code isn’t FOSS, you’ve abandoned bitcoin. You’re doing your users and yourself a disservice. Let me explain why.

Trust Is Fine, But Not for Money

The root problem with conventional currency is the trust required to make it work. That’s not just my opinion, that’s a quote from Satoshi Nakamoto. Bitcoin was invented to overcome this fundamental problem.

Trust is often a good thing. Kids should (be able to) trust their parents. A marriage without trust will be short and nasty. Being able to trust friends is a major reason for having them. But those are all personal relationships. Money is impersonal. Everyone is plugged into the monetary system, but not everyone is trustworthy. And even some trustworthy people might just be dumb or unlucky, and I don’t want to be on the hook for their missteps.

When money is based on trust, my trust gets distributed indiscriminately throughout the monetary system. This applies to fiat and crypto equally. When money is based on transparency, freedom, and autonomy, I get to choose whom I trust and how much.

And that’s the whole point: freedom to choose, autonomy. Bitcoin was invented to maximize these and to free us from systems that require us to trust indiscriminately.

Bitcoin Must Be Open and Free

Trust-based money is antithetical to freedom, bitcoin is software money, so trust-based software is antithetical to freedom. How’s that for succinct?

FOSS is one extremely effective way to remove trust from software. Notice that the acronym contains two adjectives: free and open. Many misunderstand the first and overrate the second.

Thanks to the “don’t trust, verify”-mantra, many think verifiability is enough to obviate trust. Satoshi said:

“Being open source means anyone can independently review the code. If it was closed source, nobody could verify the security. I think it’s essential for a program of this nature to be open source.”

Don’t get me wrong. Verifiable/source-available software is much better than closed-source, proprietary software because it is transparent. But verifiability is not enough. With software that is verifiable but not free, you’re at the mercy of the whoever licenses it. And to the extent that this verifiable but unfree software defines how your money is stored or what you can do with it, you’re back in the trust trap.

There are also systemic consequences to unfree software. Imagine Bitcoin was open, but unfree. Everybody could verify the ledger and the software that runs the network, but who’s pulling the BIPs? Who decides what changes are good and proper? Good for whom? And proper to what purpose?

As soon as the right to alter — not just verify — the code becomes selective, it becomes a privilege of the few. And how would these few be selected? By vote? That’s basically fiat. By reputation? That’s a centralized private currency, like air miles. By stake?? We all know what that’s just like, and if you’re into it, I know a lot of suspiciously attractive people who can guarantee you exponential yield by next week.

I suspect the problem is that a lot of people conflate bitcoin (the currency) with Bitcoin (the code and network running it). In terms of bitcoin, secrecy and property are core values. My keys and my coins are mine. In terms of Bitcoin, secrecy and proprietary code are toxic. They corrode values like decentralization, robustness, censorship-resistance, publicness, and indelibility, which Bitcoin (the network) needs for the sake of bitcoin (the currency).

To return to the restaurant analogy, even an open kitchen is not “free.” The patrons can’t really influence the preparation or customize the dishes to their own tastes. The open and free restaurant would be more like a Korean barbecue, where the restaurant provides the ingredients and the equipment, and you prepare the food exactly as you please. Vegan? Gluten free? Extra bacon? Rare, medium, or well done? You have the ingredients at your disposal, and you include, omit, and combine them however you want.

The best-case scenario is for the code from the original implementation all the way down to the app running on the end-user’s phone to be free and open source. For all you founders, CTOs, and developers out there, remember that either your code is FOSS, or you’re asking for your users’ trust. Either your code is free, or you’re running a bank, not a bitcoin company.

Practical Benefits of FOSS

Everybody loves pontificating about values like freedom and autonomy, but founders, CTOs, and developers also have to make sure that their decisions and business practices generate and preserve value. So let me tell you why you’re doing yourself and your investors a favor by committing to FOSS.

Censorship resistance

First, whenever someone controls the code, it’s important to ask who, how, and why. India launched a Unified Payment Interface (UPI) in 2016 to encourage digital payments in an effort to curtail tax evasion and corruption. Last year, 52% of digital transactions in India went through the UPI. While this sounds like a success, even conventional payment processors — banks and credit card companies — dislike it because they can no longer turn a profit.

And governments aren’t the only censors. Ask Facebook. Ask OnlyFans.

FOSS prevents censorship both by making changes transparent and by giving everyone the means to forgo unwanted changes.

Interoperability

Many big companies use software from a range of proprietary providers — Microsoft, Salesforce, SAP, Adobe, etc. What if they want to integrate different elements into their stack? Will that violate their EULA/SLA? Does it introduce new vulnerabilities? Is it even technically possible?

FOSS gives businesses autonomy over their own stack. Interoperability becomes merely a technical issue. Legal considerations remain, but they’re simple. It’s a matter of RTFM, and the manual is only as long as a few blog posts (i.e. the GPL is about 5500 words long vs. ~72,000 words in an Office 365 EULA). FOSS licenses basically amount to a golden rule of coding: let others tinker with your code as you tinker with theirs.

Profitability

FOSS proponents like to remind everyone to “Think ‘free’ as in free speech, not free beer.” Fine. Libre ≠ gratis. But much, if not most, of FOSS is both libre and gratis — free like speech and beer. We spend >$660 billion on software per year. In the USA, half of corporate software licenses are for applications that employees don’t even use.

The easiest way to increase profitability is to stop throwing money away. Slashing licensing costs with FOSS is a good place to start. Smart clients and users will choose sustainable, economical software solutions. Your service is also protected from providers’ and clients’ budgetary whims. If It’s Not FOSS, It’s Not Bitcoin

The bigger and more mainstream bitcoin gets, the greater the potential rewards. Many seem to think that they can secure a bigger piece of the pie by jealously guarding their code. But the logic here is flawed. Restricting access to code and what others can do with it makes the network more vulnerable and retards innovation. You may secure a piece of the pie, but it’s not going to be a very good pie.

The more enlightened approach is to think of your own business as part of a larger network. The health of each business depends on the health of the network and vice versa. Success comes from making the pie as big and delicious as possible. A business growing at 20%/year before its market collapses in 10 years will do pretty well. A business growing at 15%/year will reach the same level after about 13 years, but if it’s built on a resilient stack, it can keep growing indefinitely.

Whether for economic or moral reasons, the right amount of trust is always less, and the right amount of openness and freedom is always more.

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Table Of Content

• The Anticipation of Bitcoin Halving

• Progress Status: 85% Complete

• Long-Term Holders and Their Influence

• Analyzing the Supply Trends

• What History Tells Us

• Conclusion

• FAQ

In the dynamic world of cryptocurrency, certain events stand out as pivotal moments that can shape the trajectory of the market. One such event is the Bitcoin halving, a process that reduces the rewards for mining Bitcoin by half, effectively slowing down the rate at which new Bitcoins are created. As we approach the next halving, scheduled for mid-2024, there's a palpable sense of anticipation among investors and market watchers. This article delves into the current status of the halving process and examines the role of long-term holders in influencing market trends.

The Anticipation of Bitcoin Halving

The cryptocurrency market is on the brink of a significant phase. With the next Bitcoin halving anticipated in mid-2024, the event is garnering immense attention from investors. Historical patterns suggest that a full-fledged bull market might not commence until the following year.

Progress Status: 85% Complete

Recent data reveals that the Bitcoin halving process is 85% complete. Concurrently, the supply of Bitcoin held by long-term holders (LTHs) is nearing its all-time high (ATH). In past cycles, such a scenario indicated the proximity of a macro bottom, which was then succeeded by the onset of a new cycle.

Long-Term Holders and Their Influence

The amount of Bitcoin supply in the possession of long-term holders has traditionally served as a reliable gauge for the cryptocurrency market's health. This metric has shown an inverse correlation with Bitcoin's long-term price trajectory.

During market lows, long-term hodlers tend to keep their assets stationary. The most significant surge in LTH possession typically transpires during intense bear markets. This is when steadfast investors, despite witnessing Bitcoin's price plummet, choose not to sell. Their conviction lies in the belief that the market will eventually recover, making their investments profitable.

Conversely, during a bull market's unraveling, the spike in Bitcoin's price prompts LTHs to become increasingly inclined to sell their assets for profit. Historically, every major bull market has seen a sharp decline in the supply held by LTHs. This leads to the coins transitioning to short-term holders (STHs), who are motivated by quick profit prospects.

Analyzing the Supply Trends

A cryptocurrency analyst showcased a chart depicting the Bitcoin supply in the hands of long-term holders. The chart reveals that the current BTC supply ratio held by LTHs is nearing its ATH of 76%, a benchmark set in late 2015 before the second halving.

Historically, this indicator peaked several months before each Bitcoin halving. Following this peak, the supply held by LTHs would typically plateau until several months post the subsequent halving. A significant drop in this metric was observed roughly six months after the event, marking the advent of a mature bull market.

What History Tells Us

If past patterns hold true, the cryptocurrency market might experience a sideways trend for approximately a year. The upcoming Bitcoin halving in mid-April 2024 might not have an immediate influence on Bitcoin's price. Its repercussions might only manifest in the last quarter of 2024 and continue into 2025.

This forecast aligns with the trends observed in the supply chart of long-term holders. The indicator is on the verge of reaching its ATH and might require around 12 months to reverse its trajectory, transitioning into a distribution phase. The commencement of LTHs selling post the Bitcoin halving could be one of the early indicators of a budding cryptocurrency bull run.

Conclusion

The Bitcoin halving is more than just a technical event; it's a significant milestone that has historically influenced market dynamics and investor behavior. As we inch closer to the next halving, the role of long-term holders becomes increasingly crucial. Their actions, whether holding steadfastly or choosing to sell, can set the tone for the market's direction in the subsequent months. While history offers insights, the ever-evolving nature of the cryptocurrency landscape means that nothing is set in stone. Investors and enthusiasts alike should remain vigilant, informed, and prepared for the myriad possibilities the future holds.

FAQ

When is the next Bitcoin halving expected? The next Bitcoin halving is anticipated to occur in mid-2024.

How does the halving impact long-term holders? Historically, as the halving approaches, the supply of Bitcoin held by long-term holders (LTHs) nears its all-time high, influencing market trends and price trajectories.

What does the current data suggest about the halving process? Current data indicates that the Bitcoin halving process is 85% complete, with the supply held by LTHs nearing its all-time high.

How has Bitcoin halving influenced market dynamics in the past? In previous cycles, the approach of a halving event signaled the proximity of a macro bottom, followed by the early phase of a new market cycle.

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El proceso judicial contra seis cirujanos de Bayamo, provincia de Granma, ha desatado una ola de indignación por parte de sus colegas, incluyendo denuncias sobre la falta de recursos en el sistema sanitario de la Isla.

Según un post en Facebook del doctor cubano exiliado Alexander Jesús Figueredo Izaguirre, los galenos procesados son Rafael José Sánchez Vázquez, Yoandra Quesada Labrada, Ristian Solano, Elizabeth Silvera, William Pérez Ramírez y Henrry Rosales Pompa.

Figueredo Izaguirre reveló que la denuncia en contra de ellos es por la muerte, a causa de una presunta negligencia, de un paciente que tenía lazos familiares con una funcionaria del bufete de abogados de la provincia. Sin embargo, los acusados han dicho que no contaban con los insumos necesarios en el Hospital ‘Carlos Manuel de Céspedes’ para poder brindar la atención adecuada.

Un supuesto comunicado de las autoridades de Bayamo asegura que las pruebas están siendo revisadas, con una sentencia que se emitirá en 15 días hábiles. En diferentes publicaciones en redes sociales se ha hablado que podrían recibir de dos a tres años de cárcel.

Este caso ha desatado opiniones por parte de otros profesionales de la salud cubanos, quienes también han denunciado el desabastecimiento que enfrentan en los centros de salud.

El doctor Figueredo Izaguirre compartió en sus redes sociales capturas de perfiles de alrededor de 80 profesionales de la salud que han salido en defensa de los seis médicos de Bayamo.

Galenos como Aldo Luis Zamora Varona, urólogo del hospital donde ocurrió el incidente, sostuvo que sus compañeros no contaban con los instrumentos adecuados para la intervención quirúrgica. Él estaba en un salón de operaciones cercano y pudo participar de la crisis que se vivió en ese momento.

“Todo fue una tormenta, no había la pinza adecuada para pinzar los vasos del riñón, algo imprescindible para realizar dicha maniobra, tuve que usar una pinza de Kelly, cualquier urólogo que esté leyendo esto sabe que es un disparate. No había en el salón ni una sutura no reabsorbible para ligar el pedículo renal y tuve que mandar a rebuscar entre papeles y otras cosas que yo traía en una pequeña carpeta que solía usar y allí se encontró una sola sutura de ese tipo”, detalló al ser entrevistado por Radio Televisión Martí.

El doctor Esequiel Hernández Almeida, un internista con más de 34 años de experiencia en el Hospital ‘Celia Sánchez Manduley’, de Manzanillo, también compartió a la emisora sus impresiones ante este caso.

“Con asombro absoluto me he enterado de que seis médicos, cirujanos, colegas, jóvenes, talentosos, con familia, hijos incluidos, han sido juzgados y vayan a ser condenados como vulgares delincuentes. Me opongo a ese juicio y a esa condena, los médicos no somos criminales, los errores médicos no son delitos, sé todos los pormenores de la actuación de esos profesionales y yo hubiéramos hecho lo mismo. Es imposible que seis médicos y todo un servicio se equivoque”, refirió.

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The last 6 months has been full full of unexpected surprises, of the unpleasant variety. So it was welcomed news that nostrwatch was awarded a grant by OpenSats recently which has allowed me to revisit this project and build out my original vision, the one I had before nostr went vertical.

The last month has been a bit of a joyride, in that I have met little friction meeting goals. For example I was able to rewrite nostrwatch-js in an evening, tests another evening and did most of the Typescript conversion in 30 minutes (thanks AI!)

Here's a quick summary of the last month, I'm probably missing a handful of details, but these are the important bits.

1. Went through all the new NIPs, prototyped and experimented
2. Nearly completed a full rewrite of nostrwatch-js, now nocap. Presently porting to Typescript. Still alpha, don’t use it.
3. Released nostrawl, a wrapper for nostr-fetch that has Queue adapters for persistent fetching. Nothing special, but needed to factor out the functionality from the legacy trawler and the requirements were general enough to make it a package.
4. Starting porting the nostr.watch trawler, cache layer and rest API, but much work is still needed there. Aiming to have the current infrastructure updated with new daemons by end of year.
5. In concert with the cache layer testing, I ran some experiments by patching in a rough trend engine prototype from earlier this year and a novel outbox solution, both with promising results.
6. Wrote a few small CLI tools to assist with developments, got acquainted with ink, and reacquainted myself with wonderful world of ES Module conflicts.

The rest of this year will be mostly backend work, tests and data engineering. Early next year I will begin iterative development on a new GUI and a string of CLI tools.

Luckily, nostr.watch and it's underlying infrastructure, as abysmal as it is, hasn't completely sank. Traffic is much lower than the ATH but still hovering between 2-3k unique visitors a month. I can't express in words how happy I will be when I can put the legacy nostr.watch to rest.

Next update will include a bit more of the why and how, and where I am trying to get to with this project.

Until next time.

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Chef's notes

• If you're busy:

• Replace all the seasoning with a packet of taco seasoning or a 1/4 up of the Costco size taco seasoning. Watch out for the added sugars these companies tend to throw in them..

• You can also use frozen chicken and pressure cook it in an Instant Pot for an hour.

• Substitute 1 medium chopped onion for a cup of diced/frozen onion.

• Use store bought chopped garlic.

• You can also use tortilla chips instead of tortillas, preferably seed oil free.

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 15 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 30 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and diced)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1 lb chicken breasts ((2 medium))
• 20 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 32 oz chicken broth
• 14 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 14 oz can corn (drained and rinsed)
• 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped, divided (reserve 1/4 of it for garnish))
• 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 8 corn tortillas ((6" tortillas))
• 1 large avocado (diced)
• 2 limes(1 juiced, 1 cut into wedges, to serve)
• sour cream

Directions

1. Preheat a pan with 1/4 cup oil over medium-high heat. Cut tortillas into thin strips and fry them in batches in the hot oil until crisp. Remove from the pan and allow them to drain on a paper towel. Repeat with remaining tortilla strips, adding more oil as needed then set aside.
2. Add whole chicken breasts, corn, beans, chilli powder, cumin, crushed tomatoes, salt, ¼ cup of cilantro and chicken broth. Bring to a boil and let simmer for at least 25 minutes.
3. Shred Chicken with a fork or those bear claw shredder tools.
4. Remove chicken from the pot and shred it using 2 forks. Add shredded chicken back to the soup and simmer another 5 minutes then add lime juice. If using the Instant Pot, let it slow release for about 20 minutes to avoid getting splashed.
5. Serve the soup with some tortilla strips, pieces of avocado, fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

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I've long been on the lookout for stories that would incorporate the fascinating topics surrounding bitcoin into the context of an engaging fiction. As a storyteller and a bitcoiner (also reformed from shitcoining) I've found myself delighted by the many layers crafted into Avi Burra’s “24”.

THE BOUNTY WITHIN

Ever since "24" got on my radar, one of the most intriguing aspects of the release of the book was knowing there was a 24 word puzzle bounty intertwined within the story. On one side, this element has been a genius marketing tool to incentivise readers to read the book quickly upon release, and additionally I found that the 24 word quest has made reading this book one of the most interactive reading experiences of my life.

(Yes, I’m still on my journey to find the answer to that puzzle, but as the main character says in the book: “At first I was impatient, and wanted to find out as quickly as possible. Soon, I realized this was going to be a journey that unravels at its own pace.”)

THE STORY

In essence this is the story of how a “shitcoiner” becomes a bitcoiner in 24 surreal and revealing chapters.

The unexpected death of his dad takes Oliver into the five stages of grief and into the mysterious 24-word quest that his father left for him. A thrilling journey of discovery with the crypto/web3 startup world as a backdrop that leads us straight into the early days of bitcoin and its underlying cypherpunk culture.

THE HEARTBEAT OF THE TIMECHAIN

Some of the most beautiful writing in the book are found in the allegories and symbolisms used to define Bitcoin’s timechain.

The way the bitcoin protocol breathes under each one of the surrealist poetry found in the Nouncemeister’s words, as well as the many ways Avi Burra has managed to simplify the beauty of the technical aspects of Bitcoin into concepts that anyone can understand is nothing short of remarkable.

( “The timechain has a heartbeat? ” “Yes, that was the beautiful sound you heard a short while back. The sound of agreement,” The Nouncemeister smiled. )

CONCLUSION

Without a doubt, the book is an ode to bitcoin and the underlying sovereignty it empowers baked into a story that any reader could enjoy.

It is evident that people outside the crypto and bitcoin industries would miss many of the epic references weaved into the text, however the story is appealing enough that even no-coiners can be delighted by the orange light emanating from 24.

It is also the perfect gift to orangepill your shitcoiner friends.

Congratulations Avi for the epic milestone you have reached, the Nouncemeister shall stay with me for a little longer.

EX IGNE, TEMPUS NASCITUR.

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閃電網路注定失敗了。Ordinals所產生的高手續費已經毀滅了以非保管式擴展比特幣的所有希望，人們幾乎沒有機會以成本效益的方式開啟支付通道，或在必要時在區塊鏈上執行掛起的支付。一切都結束了，大家收拾行李吧。現在我們無法在高手續費環境中直接在區塊鏈上進行操作，是時候四處逛逛，決定是在Coinbase還是Cashapp這樣的交易平台上進行比特幣需求更為明智。

這段時間真是愉快。我們總是會懷念閃電藝術網站上的像素化陰莖照片，閃電火炬迷因，人們在這個迷因中害怕將其發送給那些國家的人，這些國家據我們所知充滿了壞人。我們依然擁有從保管帳戶轉移比特幣的瞬間。我們即將進入圍牆花園的時代！

如果你在任何層面上認真對待這其中的任何一點，請去照照鏡子，然後給自己一個痛快的耳光。

澄清煽動情緒

原始的閃電網路白皮書明確在論文結論部分定義，為了讓70億人能夠每年打開兩個通道，比特幣需要133MB的區塊。

白皮書有一個名為「風險」的完整章節（第9節），詳細說明了所有主要問題，人們認為這些問題會因高費用而使閃電網路「注定失敗」。 論文的第一部分討論了時脈鎖視窗(timelock)。 「非正當的時鐘鎖。」這本質上是費率與確認時間之間的動態，最近已經成為人們關注的一個大問題。 當你在網路上路由付款時，你根據哈希鎖先影(hashlock preimage) 和基於退款時脈鎖定視窗 (refund timelock window)的撤銷路徑定義一個成功路徑。 如果費用變得更高，那個時脈鎖定視窗需要更長，以確保先影證明（preimage/交易成功）在退款交易變得可花費之前不會未能確認。

也就是說，如果你必須在鏈上確認成功的支付，那麼退款路徑上的時鐘鎖必須足夠長，以便你在你的通道對方通過退款路徑要求資金之前確認成功的支付路徑。 時脈鎖定視窗需要多長時間取決於費率有多高，因為事先為預簽名通道關閉交易決定的交易費可能太低，無法像你預期的那樣快速確認。

許多人對這種動態感到緊張，就好像這是一種新的認識，它預示著閃電網路的滅亡。 這在原始白皮書中確實被描述為一種風險，具體而言，從經濟角度來看，它甚至明確描述了機會成本的權衡：“時間鎖定時間和貨幣的時間價值之間存在權衡。”

接下來的一節叫做「過期垃圾攻擊。」它描述了洪水與掠奪攻擊的一般概念。 敵人打開大量通道，然後一次性在鏈上關閉它們，特別是利用了這樣一個事實，即如果費率太高，退款交易可能有機會在鏈上雙花成功路徑交易，如果需要在鏈上 執行某些內容。 如果你有許多通道處於支付過程中，然後一次性關閉它們並將費用推高到足夠高，那麼每個通道對手必須在成功支付在鏈上確認之前陷入雙花競賽，如果費用被推高到讓 時鐘鎖定交易在帶先影的成功交易確認之前變得有效。

如果你有足夠的支付通道，並將費用推高到足夠高，你可以從中獲利。 這在白皮書中被描述為一種建築上的擔憂。 根據你算的白皮書的哪個版本，這類攻擊在2015年至2016年間被描述過。 直到2020年，它才被正式建模並引入這個領域的新聞週期。

白皮書描述了資料遺失，即失去預簽名關閉交易和舊狀態的懲罰金鑰的情況，如果對方通道惡意，可能會竊取你的資金。 它提出了無法廣播懲罰交易的情況，以及看守塔解決這個問題的可能性，即作為一個第三方支付，負責觀察區塊鏈並代表你提交這些交易。 它甚至明確將礦工審查通道懲罰交易描述為一種風險，並建議礦工匿名（以及隱含的去中心化）作為減輕此風險的手段。

但這一切都是新的訊息嗎 由於沒有人預見到這些問題中的任何一個，閃電網路注定失敗了！ ！ ！

白癡們忘了區塊鏈嗎

嗯，我想我們只能承認歷史背景已經喪失。 理性已經失去。 邏輯和理性已經失去。 我們處在一個現實中，我們將假裝歷史的警告不存在，沒有人曾指出未來注定會出現的明顯問題，而這一切都是完全未知的領域，沒有人曾考慮過事情會如何發展。

第9.6節的標題是什麼？ 哦：無法進行必要的軟分叉。

原始的閃電網絡白皮書明確指出，協調軟分叉的無能力是閃電網路成功的風險。 你感到驚訝嗎？ 你以前從未讀過這些嗎？ 就我個人而言，我感到似曾相識。

我記得多年前，有一大群比特幣支持者高呼區塊鏈本身正在達到擴展限制，除非我們從根本上改變系統的去中心化權衡性質，否則它將失敗。 如果人們不能直接提交所有交易並以經濟有效的方式得到確認，那麼區塊鏈在本質上是無用的。

當人們開始爭論在規模上區塊鏈的經濟效益時，比特幣生態系統的整個基礎被徹底動搖，這實際上是區塊大小戰爭的整個原因。 這場混亂的核心是什麼？ 人們對區塊鏈在比特幣不斷演變的生態系統謎題中扮演什麼角色的期望。 每個人都將以經濟有效的費率在鏈上購買咖啡，否則比特幣就是徹底失敗的。

那些有這種心態的人完全錯誤地估計了整個情況。 他們試圖將方形插頭塞進圓孔。 與閃電網路完全相同。

强行契合

區塊鏈難道被嚴重誤判? 它只是一個用於閃電通道開啟和關閉的地方，而不是購買咖啡的地方嗎。 然而，人們對閃電網路的判斷幾乎沒有錯誤，那肯定。是購買咖啡支付的理想之地。 這次沒有人可能會誤判。 看看當你在適當的上下文中這樣表達時，這聽起來多麼荒謬？ 閃電網路在強制鏈上執行支付方面存在問題；如果支付的價值小於將交易提交到鏈上的費用，這就是個問題。 試圖在鏈上強制執行它在經濟上是沒有道理的。 這是一個非常眾所周知的問題。 實際上，這本質上是直接在鏈上發生的小額支付相同的問題，只是在樂觀的情況下，事情只是因為人們在鏈下合作而順利運行。 但當他們不合作時，就會出現問題。

這個問題是如此眾所周知，以至於多年前關於解決它的不同權衡的討論，即分包支付。 如果HTLC太小，無法在鏈上無需信任地強制執行，那麼你可以以受信任的方式逐個satoshi（或更大的satoshi塊）流動支付，如果某個跳躍中的節點決定竊取一sat，你 可以停止流動並選擇另一條路徑。 這個想法是，雖然它是一種受信任的支付路由機制，但如果攻擊者竊取了你支付的一小部分，你只能損失一些sats，如果在支付過程中有人從你這裡偷東西，你就 永遠不會再透過那些節點進行路由。 上面的引文來自2019年，但這個想法比那更早被討論。

閃電網路有問題！ （而且大多數讀者可能從未聽說過解決這個問題的方法）。 所有這些問題似乎讓人覺得天塌了，這些問題從閃電網路一開始就是眾所周知的。 這引發了一個問題：我們又錯了嗎？

並非指的是閃電是一個注定的死胡同，而是指的是閃電在最初的設想中不會長期使用的意義上，就像區塊鏈本身一樣。 我們已經看到閃電網路被託管應用程式所主導，人們正在努力部署專門設計用於坐在閃電網路之上的事物。 Chaumian電子現金鑄幣，像LNBits這樣的Uncle Jim設置，人們在某人的閃電節點上擁有託管帳戶。 我們甚至有提案，像Ark正在Liquid的概念驗證階段進行建設，它可以與閃電支付進行原子互動。

如果閃電網路不會成為消費者直接與之互動以在線上進行支付的殺手協議，那該怎麼辦？ 如果，就像區塊鏈本身一樣，它最終只是成為其他東西構建在其上的結算層的一部分呢？

那會是世界末日嗎？ 那會是閃電的失敗嗎？ 我會毫不猶豫地說不是。 從閃電發展的最初階段，其擴展限制就非常明確。 白皮書明確提出了未來需要軟分叉的支持不足作為閃電潛在可擴展性的限制。

目前，閃電正明確地證明它可以作為不同保管方之間的互動層，並且對此運作順利且非常有效。 絕對沒有理由認為閃電不能作為其他層二的類似連接層，這些層二具有比顯式託管者更優越的信任模型。 如果通道不是個人可以經濟有效地用於日常支出活動的東西，那並不意味著它對於運行新協議的LSP來說不經濟，這些協議除了 Lightning之外，還可以在彼此之間進行連接， 使他們的用戶能夠相互互動。 在接下來的幾年裡，Arks、Statechains以及人們開發的任何新想法。

它可以是其他系統的翻譯層，可以擴展終端用戶在這些層上的註冊和交易能力，就像我們最終意識到區塊鏈必須是的一樣。 這一點一點錯嗎？ 沒有任何問題。

Bitcoin Magazine 原文:Shinobi

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Research on procrastination has found that there are usually three causes, often interrelated:

• You are afraid of failing at the task.

• The task is unappealing.

• The task is overwhelming.

These are all incredibly uncomfortable emotions! Fear, unpleasantness, and uncertainty are all experiences we would prefer to avoid.

This task has become associated with these emotions, leading you to want to run away from it, as far as you can in the opposite direction — where there are hopefully some more positive emotions waiting for you.

Unfortunately, as every procrastinator knows, the farther you run from the task, the more those uncomfortable emotions tend to grow... and grow... and grow... until a simple task can feel downright impossible.

To start breaking the habit of procrastination, here's what to do.

First, think about what you're procrastinating on, and what of these three causes might be affecting you most. Then, use the corresponding strategy below.

Fear of failing:

Thoughts like, "How is this going to turn out?" or "What will people think if I mess up?" indicate that you're afraid of failing. You need to stop worrying about the end result and instead, focus on the task that's in front of you.

Ask yourself questions like:

• "What would success look like on this task — today?"

• "How can I do a good-enough job on this task?"

• "When have I failed in the past, and how did that help me to grow?"

An unappealing task:

Find a way to make the task slightly more enjoyable — bringing with it new, more positive emotions that can help to balance out the unpleasant ones.

For example:

• Studying? Do it with a friend.

• A scary doctor appointment? Focus on the benefit to your health in the long run.

• Cleaning your house? Put on your favorite song.

You can even promise yourself a little reward after doing the task. It's good to celebrate when you do something tough!

The task is overwhelming:

If you are overwhelmed, it is likely that you have set yourself a task that is way too big and ambitious.

If you don't know how you'll even begin to take on the task you've set for yourself, you will procrastinate on it.

Do yourself a favor by breaking the task into smaller chunks. You don't have to solve it all today; you just have to take on a small part of it.

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Chef's notes

ANTIQUES SYRUP 3 parts fig puree 1 parts balsamic vinegar ANTIQUES TINCTURE Equal parts peppercorn and rosemary tincture PEPPERCORN TINCTURE 2:1 Everclear to Water - 48hr soak ROSEMARY TINCTURE In quart deli container, cover 10 sprigs of rosemary with everclear and infuse for 10 MINUTES ONLY!! FIG PUREE Cut fig preserves with 50% hot water and blend gently until well combined

Ingredients

• Beefeater
• Benedictine
• Cynar
• Fig puree
• Balsamic vinegar
• Lime juice
• Peppercorn
• Rosemary
• Everclear

Directions

1. Shaken

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This is part of a series of articles that I am writing to better understand and explain how AI agents will transform how we create and consume content in the near future. If you want to start from the first article, please start here.

In the previous article, 2: What makes an AI agent unique?, I discussed how AI agents become unique through their specific instructions, domain knowledge, and actions.

Let's delve into the concept of knowledge. Simply put, you visit a dentist for teeth cleaning, an accountant for financial management, and a primary care physician for health check-ups. In each scenario, you seek their services because they possess the domain expertise that you require.

Consider another instance. Suppose you use a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform for payments and encounter a question. Your first instinct might be to initiate a Google search, which often results in a barrage of ads and irrelevant site links. After some scrolling, you find the correct website, click on it, and are presented with FAQs and support articles. Now, you must sift through this information to determine if it answers your question.

Imagine, however, if there was an AI agent equipped with FAQs, blogs, articles, and other useful information. All you would need to do is pose your question to this AI agent, and it would provide the appropriate information. This approach not only saves time and effort for the user but also enhances the overall user experience.

The importance of domain-specific knowledge in AI agents cannot be overstated. These agents, armed with specialized knowledge, can offer more accurate and insightful responses, thereby revolutionizing the way users seek information and interact with platforms. This is the future of AI - niche applications that are tailored, efficient, and truly transformative.

To see how this works, we created this functionality on PlebAI, where anyone can create AI agents. When creating them, you can add knowledge by attaching a PDF document, text file, or even a URL from a website. Behind the scenes, these data are retrieved, transformed into vectors, and stored in a vector store. This data can be both public and private as it is stored securely and only shared with LLM (Large Language Model) in the form of embeddings.

With this knowledge, the LLM can easily answer the user's questions correctly.

Here's how to add knowledge:

1. Go to PlebAI
2. Click 'Create Text AI agents'
3. Fill in all the necessary information
4. Add knowledge in the form of documents or website URLs
5. Start using them either privately or publicly

Once you add all the necessary information, the AI agent is now equipped to answer any user question related to the stored knowledge. You can also enable user web browsing so that it can retrieve any additional knowledge available on their website. Here's the response from the Zaprite Help AI agent answering a question from its FAQ.

Marc Andreessen, a renowned entrepreneur and investor, has been quoted as saying, "The content of each new medium is the old medium." This quote encapsulates the idea that each new form of media tends to repurpose the content of its predecessor.

With this view, we can start to push website and app content into AI agents and make them available inside any chat interface.

Let me know what you think and if you have any feedback or comments.

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The rapid integration of Bitcoin into the mainstream economy is astonishing considering its relatively young age. From humble beginnings in the realm of small businesses, Bitcoin has captivated the attention of corporations of all sizes, and its adoption is poised for further expansion. Businesses worldwide are awakening to the potential of this revolutionary currency and are embracing it as a form of payment, often complementing traditional fiat options. Bitcoin's permeation is evident across diverse sectors, including travel, entertainment, education, philanthropy, and real estate.

Dating sites and apps

The realm of love has also embraced the transformative power of cryptocurrency. Dating platforms like OkCupid and Badoo, among others, now facilitate payments using Bitcoin. While basic services remain complimentary, users can opt for premium features, such as location-based partner searches and unlimited likes, to enhance their quest for love. These platforms recognized the potential of Bitcoin early on, with OkCupid pioneering its adoption in 2013.

Churches

The embrace of cryptocurrency has extended to the realm of faith, with churches now welcoming digital donations. St. John the Evangelist Church in Goshen, New York, stands as a pioneer, accepting Bitcoin and Litecoin contributions since 2013. This trend has gained momentum, reaching other institutions like Fern Creek United Methodist Church in Louisville, Kentucky, and ICF Zurich, an evangelical church in Switzerland.

Sports games

A symbiotic relationship has blossomed between sports teams and cryptocurrency companies, offering mutual benefits. In 2019, Litecoin became the official cryptocurrency of the Miami Dolphins, establishing a new sponsorship for the football team while providing the token with expanded branding and advertising opportunities. Fans can now purchase tickets using LTC and BTC. Similarly, the Dallas Mavericks, a basketball team, accepts Bitcoin payments for game tickets and merchandise.

Funeral homes

Crescent Tide Funeral & Cremation, a trailblazing funeral home in Minnesota, made history in 2017 by becoming the first in the US to accept Bitcoin payments. Their pioneering move has inspired other death care providers to follow suit. While Bitcoin initially garnered curiosity rather than widespread adoption, the company's CEO envisions a future where cryptocurrency becomes a more prominent payment option within the funeral industry.

E11EVEN Miami

E11EVEN Miami, a haven for revelers seeking an immersive nightlife experience, stands as a testament to the transformative power of cryptocurrency. As one of the first nightclubs worldwide to embrace Bitcoin as a payment method, E11EVEN Miami has cemented its status as a pioneer in the adoption of digital currencies since 2017. This visionary move has facilitated seamless transactions for table reservations and bottle service, catering to the tech-savvy clientele that frequents this premier entertainment complex.

Go Green Solar

Harnessing the power of the sun, GoGreenSolar empowers homeowners and businesses with eco-friendly solutions through its comprehensive range of solar panels and kits. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Anaheim, California, GoGreenSolar seamlessly integrates Bitcoin into its payment options, enabling customers to embrace renewable energy with the convenience of cryptocurrency.

Vanity Cosmetic Surgery

The Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Center, the largest cosmetic surgery center in Florida, has announced that it will begin accepting Bitcoin payments for all of its services starting in November. This is a major step forward for the cosmetic surgery industry, as it signals the growing acceptance of Bitcoin as a legitimate form of payment. The center offers a full range of cosmetic surgical operations, as well as non-surgical operations such as laser hair removal and Botox injections. Patients who choose to pay with Bitcoin will be able to do so using a secure online payment platform.

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https://blog.cex.io/news/5-most-unusual-places-to-accept-bitcoin-10694 https://simpleswap.io/blog/unusual-places-that-accept-crypto https://insights.blockonomics.co/5-unusual-places-that-accept-bitcoin-2023/

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"The State's ultimate advantage lies in what's known as the ratchet effect—a social mechanism used to diminish individual freedoms during crises by implementing supposedly temporary measures of authority that frequently persist long after the crisis has passed. This technique serves as the blueprint for unchecked growth in State power."

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Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 20 mion
• 🍳 Cook time: 30 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 (4-oz.) cube steaks
• 2 3/4 teaspoons salt, divided
• 2 1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
• 1 sleeve saltine crackers (approx. 38-40)
• 1 3/4 cups flour, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 8 3/4 cups whole milk, divided
• 2 eggs
• 4 cups avocado oil
• Fresh parsley

Directions

1. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper onto cube steaks, flipping to season both sides.
2. In a large bowl, combine one sleeve (approximately 38-40) crushed saltine crackers, 1 cup flour, 1/2 tsp. baking powder, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Whisk to combine. Add in an additional 1/2 tsp. of both salt and pepper to the combined cracker mixture, and stir in 1/2 tsp. ground red pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, combine 4 3/4 cups milk and 2 eggs, whisking until eggs are completely incorporated.
4. Coat each cube steak in flour mixture, then milk mixture, then flour mixture again, making sure that steaks are completely covered.
5. Heat 4 cups of avocado oil (or preferred frying oil) in a large skillet or Dutch oven, until oil is at 360˚F. Place prepared steaks in hot oil, frying for about 10 minutes until steaks are golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on a wire rack-lined jellyroll pan.
6. FOR GRAVY: In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup flour, 1 tsp. salt, 1 tsp. pepper, and 4 cups of milk. Whisk ingredients together. Pour into a skillet with about 1 Tbsp. of remaining frying oil, and whisk on medium heat for about 10 minutes or until mixture has thickened. Pour warm gravy over country-fried steaks. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.

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Cuando el presidente electo de Argentina Javier Milei aún no ha asumido, el socialismo del siglo 21 o castrochavismo ya ha iniciado públicamente la conspiración para derrocarlo, repitiendo operaciones con las que ha desestabilizado, subordinado y depuesto presidentes y gobiernos democráticos en Latinoamérica. Esta situación impone al nuevo presidente de Argentina la urgencia de adoptar una clara política exterior y una sólida seguridad democrática para garantizar el cumplimiento de su mandato.

Socialismo del siglo 21 es la denominación política asumida por las dictaduras de Latinoamérica bajo mando de Cuba, integradas por Venezuela, Bolivia y Nicaragua, y por los gobiernos para dictatoriales de Fernández/Kirchner de Argentina, López Obrador de México, Boric de Chile, Petro de Colombia y Lula da Silva de Brasil. Es denominado también castrochavismo, un neologismo que describe la asociación de los dictadores Fidel Castro y Hugo Chávez en un sistema de delincuencia organizada trasnacional que perpetra, encubre y defiende la violación de derechos humanos, terrorismo de Estado, narcotráfico, terrorismo, crímenes de lesa humanidad, trata de personas, migraciones forzadas y más.

El dictador de Venezuela Nicolás Maduro declaró respecto a la elección de Javier Milei como Presidente de Argentina, que “nosotros no vamos a callar porque es una tremenda amenaza la llegada de un extremista de derecha, con un proyecto colonial, absolutamente colonial, arrodillado al imperialismo norteamericano”, agregando que Milei “representa la derecha neonazi de Argentina que pretende liderar un proyecto colonial en toda América Latina y el Caribe”. Deja clara la posición y decisión de las dictaduras.

Los presidentes para dictatoriales son elegidos en países con democracia pero deben su llegada al poder al castrochavismo, por lo que subordinan su gobierno y país al sostenimiento y encubrimiento de las dictaduras mediante una política exterior y acciones internas entreguistas. López Obrador desde México criticó la elección de Milei diciendo que “nosotros respetamos la decisión que tomó un grupo mayoritario en Argentina….aunque es algo que consideramos no les va ayudar….ya es claro que no coincidimos con los que sostienen una política autoritaria, privatizadora, racista, clasista”. Petro desde Colombia escribió: “Ha ganado la extrema derecha en Argentina; es la decisión de su sociedad. Triste para América Latina y ya veremos…el neoliberalismo ya no tiene propuesta para la sociedad”.

Las conspiraciones castrochavistras a lo largo de todo este siglo persiguen por lo menos tres objetivos: el primero y central es derrocar al gobierno, atribuyéndole los crímenes del derrocamiento para perseguir a sus miembros; si no lo logran buscan modificaciones sustanciales a la estructura institucional del país con la bandera de la “constituyente” y otros cambios; y si eso tampoco se consigue, debilitarán al presidente y al gobierno creando condiciones de desgaste para impulsar un candidato de su amaño que gane las próximas elecciones.

Empezando el siglo fue derrocado el presidente de Ecuador Jamil Mahuad a días de haber dolarizado la economía de su país; cayó el presidente de Argentina Fernando de la Rua; luego fue derrocado el presidente de Bolivia Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada; depuesto el presidente de Ecuador Lucio Gutiérrez; derribado de su cargo el Secretario General de la OEA Miguel Antel Rodríguez; destituido por golpista Pedro Castillo en Perú; Guillermo Lasso forzado a la muerte cruzada acaba de dejar anticipadamente la presidencia de Ecuador.

Este método se usó en 2019 y 2020 en Chile, Ecuador y Colombia, y en 2022 y 2023 en Perú. En Chile con el presiente Piñera lograron las fases uno y dos, debilitaron al gobierno y consiguieron la asamblea constituyente con cuyo pretexto Boric ganó las elecciones; en Colombia debilitaron al gobierno del presiente Duque y luego hicieron a Petro presidente; en Ecuador el presiente Lenin Moreno resistió el golpe de estado y no cedió ninguna de las fases pero terminó su mandato con popularidad destrozada; en Perú la presidenta Boluarte se debate en las fases una y dos de una conspiración aparentemente detenida por algún tipo de acuerdo.

Una de las características del castrochavismo es que siempre hace públicos sus objetivos como el mejor mecanismo para confundir a sus víctimas que simplemente no creen hasta que es demasiado tarde. La conspiración contra Javier Milei ha comenzado con el asesinato de su reputación interna e internacional señalándolo como “ultraderechista”, manipulando su autoproclamada condición de “libertario” con la de “autoritario, privatizador, racista, clasista, neonazi, colonial y pro imperialismo norteamericano”, el enemigo, mientras activan el aparato interno con soporte operativo y de inteligencia de Cuba, Bolivia, Venezuela, de las FARC, el ELN, el Foro de Sao Paolo y más.

Tomado de Infobae escrito por Carlos Sánchez Berzain.

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CHAPTER ONE

War Is a Racket!

WAR is a racket. It always has been. It is possibly the oldest, easily the most profitable, surely the most vicious. It is the only one international in scope. It is the only one in which the profits are reckoned in dollars and the losses in lives.

A racket is best described, I believe, as something that is not what it seems to the majority of people. Only a small “inside” group knows what it is about. It is conducted for the benefit of the very few, at the expense of the very many. Out of war a few people make huge fortunes.

In the World War a mere handful garnered the profits of the conflict. At least 21,000 new millionaires and billionaires were made in the United States during the World War. That many admitted their huge blood gains in their income tax returns. How many other war millionaires falsified their income tax returns no one knows.

How many of these war millionaires shouldered a rifle? How many of them dug a trench? How many of them knew what it meant to go hungry in a rat-infested dugout? How many of them spent sleepless, frightened nights, ducking shells and shrapnel and machine gun bullets? How many of them parried the bayonet thrust of an enemy? How many of them were wounded or killed in battle?

Out of war nations acquire additional territory, if they are victorious. They just take it. This newly acquired territory promptly is exploited by the few—the self-same few who wrung dollars out of blood in the war. The general public shoulders the bill.

And what is this bill?

This bill renders a horrible accounting. Newly placed gravestones. Mangled bodies. Shattered minds. Broken hearts and homes. Economic instability. Depression and all its attendant miseries. Back-breaking taxation for generations and generations.

For a great many years, as a soldier, I had a suspicion that war was a racket; not until I retired to civil life did I fully realize it. Now that I see the international war clouds again gathering, as they are today, I must face it and speak out.

Again they are choosing sides. France and Russia met and agreed to stand side by side. Italy and Austria hurried to make a similar agreement. Poland and Germany cast sheep’s eyes at each other, forgetting, for the nonce, their dispute over the Polish Corridor. The assassination of King Alexander of Yugoslavia complicated matters. Yugoslavia and Hungary, long bitter enemies, were almost at each other’s throats. Italy was ready to jump in. But France was waiting. So was Czechoslovakia. All of them are looking ahead to war. Not the people—not those who fight and pay and die—only those who foment wars and remain safely at home to profit.

There are 40,000,000 men under arms in the world today, and our statesmen and diplomats have the temerity to say that war is not in the making.

Hell’s bells! Are these 40,000,000 men being trained to be dancers?

Not in Italy, to be sure. Premier Mussolini knows what they are being trained for. He, at least, is frank enough to speak out. Only the other day, II Duce in “International Conciliation,” the publication of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, said:

And, above all, Fascism, the more it considers and observes the future and the development of humanity quite apart from political considerations of the moment, believes neither in the possibility for the utility of perpetual peace... War alone brings up to its highest tension all human energy and puts the stamp of nobility upon the peoples who have the courage to meet it.

Undoubtedly Mussolini means exactly what he says. His well trained army, his great fleet of planes, and even his navy are ready for war—anxious for it, apparently. His recent stand at the side of Hungary in the latter’s dispute with Yugoslavia showed that. And the hurried mobilization of his troops on the Austrian border after the assassination of Dollfuss showed it too. There are others in Europe too whose sabre-rattling presages war, sooner or later.

Herr Hitler, with his rearming Germany and his constant demands for more and more arms, is an equal if not a greater menace to peace. France only recently increased the term of military service for its youth from a year to eighteen months.

Yes, all over, nations are camping on their arms. The mad dogs of Europe are on the loose.

In the Orient the maneuvering is more adroit. Back in 1904, when Russian and Japan fought, we kicked out our old friends the Russians and backed Japan. Then our very generous international bankers were financing Japan. Now the trend is to poison us against the Japanese. What does the “open door” policy in China mean to us? Our trade with China is about $90,000,000 a year. Or the Philippine Islands? We have spent about $600,000,000 in the Philippines in 35 years and we (our bankers and industrials and speculators) have private investments there of less than $200,000,000.

Then, to save that China trade of about $90,000,000, or to protect these private investments of less than $200,000,000 in the Philippines, we would be all stirred up to hate Japan and go to war—a war that might well cost us tens of billions of dollars, hundreds of thousands of lives of Americans, and many more hundreds of thousands of physically maimed and mentally unbalanced men.

Of course, for this loss, there would be a compensating profit—fortunes would be made. Millions and billions of dollars would be piled up. By a few. Munitions makers. Ship builders. Manufacturers. Meat packers. Speculators. They would fare well.

Yes, they are getting ready for another war. Why shouldn’t they? It pays high dividends.

But what does it profit the masses?

What does it profit the men who are killed? What does it profit the men who are maimed? What does it profit their mothers and sisters, their wives and their sweethearts? What does it profit their children?

What does it profit anyone except the very few to whom war means huge profits?

Yes, and what does it profit the nation?

Take our own case. Until 1898 we didn’t own a bit of territory outside the mainland of North America. At that time our national debt was a little more than $1,000,000,000. Then we became “internationally minded.” We forgot, or shunted aside, the advice of the Father of our Country. We forgot Washington’s warning about “entangling alliances.” We went to war. We acquired outside territory. At the end of the World War period, as a direct result of our fiddling in international affairs, our national debt had jumped to over $25,000,000,000. Therefore, on a purely financial bookkeeping basis, we ran a little behind year for year, and that foreign trade might well have been ours without the wars.

It would have been far cheaper (not to say safer) for the average American who pays the bills to stay out of foreign entanglements. For a very few this racket, like bootlegging and other underworld rackets, brings fancy profits, but the cost of operations is always transferred to the people—who do not profit.

CHAPTER TWO

Who Makes the Profits?

The World War, rather our brief participation in it, has cost the United States some $52,000,000,000. Figure it out. That means $400 to every American man, woman, and child. And we haven’t paid the debt yet. We are paying it, our children will pay it, and our children’s children probably still will be paying the cost of that war.

The normal profits of a business concern in the United States are six, eight, ten, and sometimes even twelve per cent. But wartime profits—ah! that is another matter—twenty, sixty, one hundred, three hundred, and even eighteen hundred per cent—the sky is the limit. All that the traffic will bear. Uncle Sam has the money. Let’s get it.

Of course, it isn’t put that crudely in war time. It is dressed into speeches about patriotism, love of country, and “we must all put our shoulder to the wheel,” but the profits jump and leap and skyrocket—and are safely pocketed. Let’s just take a few examples:

Take our friend the du Ponts, the powder people—didn’t one of them testify before a Senate committee recently that their powder won the war? Or something? How did they do in the war? They were a patriotic corporation. Well, the average earnings of the du Ponts for the period 1910 to 1914 was $6,000,000 a year. It wasn’t much, but the du Ponts managed to get along on it. Nowlet’s look at their average yearly profit during the war years, 1914 to 1918.

Fifty-eight million dollars a year profit, we find! Nearly ten times that of normal times, and the profits of normal times were pretty good. An increase in profits of more than 950 per cent.

Take one of our little steel companies that so patriotically shunted aside the making of rails and girders and bridges to manufacture war materials. Well, their 1910–1914 yearly earnings averaged $6,000,000. Then came the war. And, like loyal citizens, Bethlehem Steel promptly turned to munitions making. Did their profits jump—or did they let Uncle Sam in for a bargain? Well, their 1914–1918 average was $49,000,000 a year!

Or, let’s take United States Steel. The normal earnings during the five-year period prior to the war were $105,000,000 a year. Not bad. Then along came the war and up went the profits. The average yearly profit for the period 1914–1918 was $240,000,000. Not bad.

There you have some of the steel and powder earnings. Let’s look at something else. A little copper, perhaps. That always does well in war times.

Anaconda, for instance. Average yearly earnings during the pre-war years 1910–1914 of $10,000,000. During the war years 1914–1918 profits leaped to $34,000,000 per year.

Or Utah Copper. Average of $5,000,000 per year during the 1910–1914 period. Jumped to average of $21,000,000 yearly profits for the war period.

Let’s group these five, with three smaller companies. The total yearly average profits of the pre-war period 1910–1914 were a
$137,480,000. Then along came the war. The yearly average profits for this group skyrocketed to $408,300,000.

A little increase in profits of approximately 200 per cent.

Does war pay? It paid them. But they aren’t the only ones. There are still others. Let’s take leather.

For the three-year period before the war the total profits of Central Leather Company were $3,500,000. That was approximately $1,167,000 a year. Well, in 1916 Central Leather returned a profit of $15,500,000, a small increase of 1,100 per cent. That’s all. The General Chemical Company averaged a profit for the three years before the war of a little over $800,000 a year.

Then came the war, and the profits jumped to $12,000,000. A leap of 1,400 per cent.

International Nickel Company—and you can’t have a war without nickel—showed an increase in profits from a mere average of $4,000,000 a year to $73,500,000 yearly. Not bad? An increase of more than 1,700 per cent.

American Sugar Refining Company averaged $200,000 a year for the three years before the war. In 1916 a profit of $6,000,000 was recorded.

Listen to Senate Document No. 259. The Sixty-Fifth Congress, reporting on corporate earnings and government revenues. Considering the profits of 122 meat packers, 153 cotton manufactures, 299 garment makers, 49 steel plants, and 340 coal producers during the war. Profits under 25 per cent were exceptional. For instance, the coal companies made between 100 per cent and 7,856 per cent on their capital stock during the war. The Chicago packers doubled and tripled their earnings.

And let us not forget the bankers who financed this great war. If anyone had the cream of the profits it was the bankers. Being partnerships rather than incorporated organization, they do not have to report to stockholders. And their profits were as secret as they were immense. How the bankers made their millions and their billions I do not know, because those little secrets never become public—even before a Senate investigatory body.

But here’s how some of the other patriotic industrialists and speculators chiseled their way into war profits.

Take the shoe people. They like war. It brings business with abnormal profits. They made huge profits on sales abroad to our allies. Perhaps, like the munitions manufacturers and armament makers, they also sold to the enemy. For a dollar is a dollar whether it comes from Germany or from France. But they did well by Uncle Sam too. For instance, they sold Uncle Sam 35,000,000 pairs of hobnailed service shoes. There were 4,000,000 soldiers. Eight pairs, and more, to a soldier. My regiment during the war had only a pair to a soldier. Some of these shoes probably are still in existence. They were good shoes. But when the war was over Uncle Sam had a matter of 25,000,000 pairs left over. Bought—and paid for. Profits recorded and pocketed.

There was still lots of leather left. So the leather people sold your Uncle Sam hundreds of thousands of McClellan saddles for the cavalry. But there wasn’t any American cavalry overseas! Somebody had to get rid of this leather, however. Somebody had to make a profit on it—so we had a lot of those McClellan saddles. And we probably have those yet.

Also somebody had a lot of mosquito netting. They sold your Uncle Sam 20,000,000 mosquito nets for the use of the soldiers overseas. I suppose the boys were expected to put it over them as they tried to sleep in the muddy trenches—one hand scratching cooties on their backs and the other making passes at scurrying rats. Well, not one of these mosquito nets ever got to France!

Anyhow, these thoughtful manufacturers wanted to make sure that no soldier would be without his mosquito net, so 40,000,000 additional yards of mosquito netting were sold to Uncle Sam.

There were pretty good profits in mosquito netting in war days, even if there were no mosquitoes in France.

I suppose, if the war had lasted just a little longer, the enterprising mosquito netting manufacturers would have sold your Uncle Sam a couple of consignments of mosquitoes to plant in France so that more mosquito netting would be in order.

Airplane and engine manufacturers felt they, too, should get their just profits out of this war. Why not? Everybody else was getting theirs. So $1,000,000,000—count them if you live long enough—was spent by Uncle Sam in building airplanes and airplane engines that never left the ground! Not one plane, or motor, out of the billion dollars’ worth ordered, ever got into a battle in France. Just the same the manufacturers made their little profit of 30, 100 or perhaps 300 per cent.

Undershirts for soldiers cost 14 cents to make and Uncle Sam paid 30 cents to 40 cents each for them—a nice little profit for the undershirt manufacturer. And the stocking manufacturers and the uniform manufacturers and the cap manufacturers and the steel helmet manufacturers—all got theirs.

Why, when the war was over some 4,000,000 sets of equip-ment—knapsacks and the things that go to fill them—crammed warehouses on this side. Now they are being scrapped because the regulations have changed the contents. But the manufacturers collected their wartime profits on them—and they will do it all over again the next time.

There were lots of brilliant ideas for profit making during the war.

One very versatile patriot sold Uncle Sam twelve dozen 48-inch wrenches. Oh, they were very nice wrenches. The only trouble was that there was only one nut ever made that was large enough for these wrenches. That is the one that holds the turbines at Niagara Falls! Well, after Uncle Sam had bought them and the manufacturer had pocketed the profit, the wrenches were put on freight cars and shunted all around the United States in an effort to find a use for them. When the Armistice was signed it was indeed a sad blow to the wrench manufacturer. He was just about to make some nuts to fit the wrenches. Then he planned to sell these, too, to your Uncle Sam.

Still another had the brilliant idea that colonels shouldn’t ride in automobiles, nor should they even ride horseback. One had probably seen a picture of Andy Jackson riding on a buckboard. Well, some 6,000 buckboards were sold to Uncle Sam for the use of colonels! Not one of them was used. But the buckboard manufacturer got his war profit.

The shipbuilders felt they should come in on some of it, too. They built a lot of ships that made a lot of profit. More than $3,000,000,000 worth. Some to the ships were all right. But $635,000,000 worth of them were made of wood and wouldn’t float! The seams opened up—and they sank. We paid for them, though. And somebody pocketed the profits.

It has been estimated by statisticians and economists and researchers that the war cost your Uncle Sam $52,000,000,000. Of this sum, $39,000,000,000 was expended in the actual war period. This expenditure yielded $16,000,000,000 in profits. That is how the 21,000 billionaires and millionaires got that way. This $16,000,000,000 profits is not to be sneezed at. It is quite a tidy sum. And it went to a very few.

The Senate (Nye) committee probe of the munitions industry and its wartime profits, despite its sensational disclosures, hardly has scratched the surface.

Even so, it has had some effect. The State Department has been studying “for some time” methods of keeping out of war. The War Department suddenly decides it has a wonderful plan to spring. The Administration names a committee—with the War and Navy Departments ably represented under the chairmanship of a Wall Street speculator—to limit profits in war time. To what extent isn’t suggested. Hmmm. Possibly the profits of 300 and 600 and 1,600 per cent of those who turned blood into gold in the World War would be limited to some smaller figure.

Apparently, however, the plan does not call for any limitation of losses—that is, the losses of those who fight the war. As far as I have been able to ascertain there is nothing in the scheme to limit a soldier to the loss of but one eye, or one arm, or to limit his wounds to one or two or three. Or to limit the loss of life.

There is nothing in this scheme, apparently, that says not more than twelve per cent of a regiment shall be wounded in battle, or that not more than seven per cent in a division should be killed.

Of course, the committee cannot be bothered with such trifling matters.

CHAPTER THREE

Who Pays the Bills?

WHO provides the profits—these nice little profits of 20, 100, 300, 1,500, and 1,800 per cent? We all pay them—in taxation. We paid the bankers their profits when we bought Liberty Bonds at $100 and sold them back at $84 or $86 to the banker. These bankers collected $100 plus. It was a simple manipulation. The bankers control the security marts. It was easy for them to depress the price of these bonds. Then all of us—the people—got frightened and sold the bonds at $84 or $86. The bankers bought them. Then these same bankers stimulated a boom and government bonds went to par—and above. Then the bankers collected their profits.

But the soldier pays the biggest part of the bill.

If you don’t believe this, visit the American cemeteries on the battlefields abroad. Or visit any of the veterans’ hospitals in the United States. On a tour of the country, in the midst of which I am at the time of this writing, I have visited eighteen government hospitals for veterans. In them are a total of about 50,000 destroyed men—men who were the pick of the nation eighteen years ago. The very able chief surgeon at the government hospital at Milwaukee, where there are 3,800 of the living dead, told me that mortality among veterans is three times as great as among those who stayed at home.

Boys with a normal viewpoint were taken out of the fields and offices and factories and classrooms and put into the ranks. There they were remolded; they were made over; they were made to “about face”; to regard murder as the order of the day. They were put shoulder to shoulder and, through mass psychology, they were entirely changed. We used them for a couple of years and trained them to think nothing at all of killing or of being killed.

Then, suddenly, we discharged them and told them to make another “about face”! This time they had to do their own readjusting, sans mass psychology, sans officers’ aid and advice, sans nation-wide propaganda. We didn’t need them any more. So we scattered them about without any “three-minute” or “Liberty Loan” speeches or parades.

Many, too many, of these fine young boys are eventually destroyed, mentally, because they could not make that final “about face” alone.

In the government hospital at Marion, Indiana, 1,800 of these boys are in pens! Five hundred of them in a barracks with steel bars and wires all around outside the buildings and on the porches. These already have been mentally destroyed. These boys don’t even look like human beings. Oh, the looks on their faces! Physically, they are in good shape; mentally, they are gone.

There are thousands and thousands of these cases, and more and more are coming in all the time. The tremendous excitement of the war, the sudden cutting off of that excitement—the young boys couldn’t stand it.

That’s a part of the bill. So much for the dead—they have paid their part of the war profits. So much for the mentally and
physically wounded—they are paying now their share of the war profits. But the others paid, too—they paid with heartbreaks when they tore themselves away from their firesides and their families to don the uniform of Uncle Sam—on which a profit had been made. They paid another part in the training camps where they were regimented and drilled while others took their jobs and their places in the lives of their communities. They paid for it in the trenches where they shot and were shot; where they went hungry for days at a time; where they slept in the mud and in the cold and in the rain—with the moans and shrieks of the dying for a horrible lullaby.

But don’t forget—the soldier paid part of the dollars and cents bill too.

Up to and including the Spanish-American War, we had a prize system, and soldiers and sailors fought for money. During the Civil War they were paid bonuses, in many instances, before they went into service. The government, or states, paid as high as $1,200 for an enlistment. In the Spanish-American War they gave prize money. When we captured any vessels, the soldiers all got their share—at least, they were supposed to. Then it was found that we could reduce the cost of wars by taking all the prize money and keeping it, but conscripting the soldier anyway. Then the soldiers couldn’t bargain for their labor. Everyone else could bargain, but the soldier couldn’t.

Napoleon once said, “All men are enamored of decorations... they positively hunger for them.”

So, by developing the Napoleonic system—the medal business—the government learned it could get soldiers for less money, because the boys like to be decorated. Until the Civil War there were no medals. Then the Congressional Medal of Honor was handed out. It made enlistments easier. After the Civil War no new medals were issued until the Spanish-American War.

In the World War, we used propaganda to make the boys accept conscription. They were made to feel ashamed if they didn’t join the army.

So vicious was this war propaganda that even God was brought into it. With few exceptions our clergymen joined in the clamor to kill, kill, kill. To kill the Germans. God is on our side . . . it is His will that the Germans be killed.

And in Germany, the good pastors called upon the Germans to kill the allies . . . to please the same God. That was a part of the general propaganda, built up to make people war conscious and murder conscious.

Beautiful ideals were painted for our boys who were sent out to die. This was the “war to end wars.” This was the “war to make the world safe for democracy.” No one told them that dollars and cents were the real reason. No one mentioned to them, as they marched away, that their going and their dying would mean huge war profits. No one told these American soldiers that they might be shot down by bullets made by their own brothers here. No one told them that the ships on which they were going to cross might be torpedoed by submarines built with United States patents. They were just told it was to be a “glorious adventure.”

Thus, having stuffed patriotism down their throats, it was decided to make them help pay for the war, too. So, we gave them the large salary of $30 a month!

All they had to do for this munificent sum was to leave their dear ones behind, give up their jobs, lie in swampy trenches, eat canned willy (when they could get it) and kill and kill and kill . . . and be killed.

But wait!

Half of that wage (just a little more in a month than a riveter in a shipyard or a laborer in a munitions factory safe at home made in a day) was promptly taken from him to support his dependents, so that they would not become a charge upon his community. Then we made him pay what amounted to accident insurance—something the employer pays for in an enlightened state—and that cost him $6 a month. He had less than $9 a month left.

Then, the most crowning insolence of all—he was virtually blackjacked into paying for his own ammunition, clothing, and food by being made to buy Liberty Bonds at $100 and then we bought them back—when they came back from the war and couldn’t find work—at $84 and $86. And the soldiers bought about $2,000,000,000 worth of those bonds!

Yes, the soldier pays the greater part of the bill. His family pays it too. They pay it in the same heart-break that he does. As he suffers, they suffer. At nights, as he lay in the trenches and watched shrapnel burst about him, they lay home in their beds and tossed sleeplessly—his father, his mother, his wife, his sisters, his brothers, his sons, and his daughters.

When he returned home minus an eye, or minus a leg or with his mind broken, they suffered too—as much as and even sometimes more than he. Yes, and they, too, contributed their dollars to the profits that the munitions makers and bankers and shipbuilders and the manufacturers and the speculators made. They, too, bought Liberty Bonds and contributed to the profit of the bankers after the Armistice in the hocus-pocus of manipulated Liberty Bond prices.

And even now the families of the wounded men and of the mentally broken and those who never were able to readjust themselves are still suffering and still paying.

CHAPTER FOUR

How to Smash this Racket!

WELL, it’s a racket, all right.

A few profit—and the many pay. But there is a way to stop it. You can’t end it by disarmament conferences. You can’t eliminate it by peace parlays at Geneva. Well-meaning but impractical groups can’t wipe it out by resolutions. It can be smashed effectively only by taking the profit out of war.

The only way to smash this racket is to conscript capital and industry and labor before the nation’s manhood can be conscripted. One month before the Government can conscript the young men of the nation—it must conscript capital and industry and labor. Let the officers and the directors and the high-powered executives of our armament factories and our steel companies and our munitions makers and our shipbuilders and our airplane builders and the manufacturers of all the other things that provide profit in war time as well as the bankers and the speculators, be conscripted—to get $30 a month, the same wage as the lads in the trenches get.

Let the workers in these plants get the same wages—all the workers, all presidents, all executives, all directors, all managers, all bankers—yes, and all generals and all admirals and all officers and all politicians and all government office holders—everyone in the nation to be restricted to a total monthly income not to exceed that paid to the soldier in the trenches!

Let all these kings and tycoons and masters of business and all those workers in industry and all our senators and governors and mayors pay half of their monthly $30 wage to their families and pay war risk insurance and buy Liberty Bonds.

Why shouldn’t they?

They aren’t running any risk of being killed or of having their bodies mangled or their minds shattered. They aren’t sleeping in muddy trenches. They aren’t hungry. The soldiers are!

Give capital and industry and labor thirty days to think it over and you will find, by that time, there will be no war. That will smash the war racket—that and nothing else.

Maybe I am a little too optimistic. Capital still has some say. So capital won’t permit the taking of the profit out of war until the people—those who do the suffering and still pay the price—make up their minds that those they elect to office shall do their bidding, and not that of the profiteers.

Another step necessary in this flight to smash the war racket is a limited plebiscite to determine whether war should be declared. A plebiscite not of all the voters but merely of those who would be called upon to do the fighting and the dying. There wouldn’t be very much sense in having the 76-year-old president of a munitions factory or the flat-footed head of an international banking firm or the cross-eyed manager of a uniform manufacturing plant—all of whom see visions of tremendous profits in the event of war—voting on whether the nation should go to war or not.

They never would be called upon to shoulder arms—to sleep in a trench and to be shot. Only those who would be called upon to risk their lives for their country should have the privilege of voting to determine whether the nation should go to war.

There is ample precedent for restricting the voting to those affected. Many of our states have restrictions on those permitted to vote. In most, it is necessary to be able to read and write before you may vote. In some, you must own property. It would be a simple matter each year for the men coming of military age to register in their communities as they did in the draft during the World War and to be examined physically. Those who could pass and who would therefore be called upon to bear arms in the event of war would be eligible to vote in a limited plebiscite. They should be the ones to have the power to decide—and not a Congress few of whose members are within the age limit and fewer still of whom are in physical condition to bear arms. Only those who must suffer should have the right to vote.

A third step in this business of smashing the war racket is to make certain that our military forces are truly forces for defense only.

At each session of Congress the question of further naval appropriations comes up. The swivel-chair admirals of Washington (and there are always a lot of them) are very adroit lobbyists. And they are smart. They don’t shout that “We need a lot of battleships to war on this nation or that nation.” Oh, no. First of all, they let it be known that America is menaced by a great naval power. Almost any day, these admirals will tell you, the great fleet of this supposed enemy will strike suddenly and annihilate our 125,000,000 people. Just like that. Then they begin to cry for a larger navy. For what? To fight the enemy? Oh my, no. Oh, no. For defense purposes only.

Then, incidentally, they announce maneuvers in the Pacific. For defense. Uh, huh.

The Pacific is a great big ocean. We have a tremendous coastline on the Pacific. Will the maneuvers be off the coast, two or three hundred miles? Oh, no. The maneuvers will be two thousand, yes, perhaps even thirty-five hundred miles, off the coast.

The Japanese, a proud people, of course will be pleased beyond expression to see the United States fleet so close to Nippon’s shores. Even as pleased as would be the residents of California were they to dimly discern, through the morning mist, the Japanese fleet playing at war games off Los Angeles.

The ships of our navy, it can be seen, should be specifically limited, by law, to within 200 miles of our coastline. Had that been the law in 1898 the Maine would never have gone to Havana Harbor. She never would have been blown up. There would have been no war with Spain with its attendant loss of life. Two hundred miles is ample, in the opinion of experts, for defense purposes. Our nation cannot start an offensive war if its ships can’t go farther than 200 miles from the coastline. Planes might be permitted to go as far as 500 miles from the coast for purposes of reconnaissance. And the army should never leave the territorial limits of our nation.

To summarize: Three steps must be taken to smash the war racket.

We must take the profit out of war.

We must permit the youth of the land who would bear arms to decide whether or not there should be war.

We must limit our military forces to home defense purposes.

CHAPTER FIVE

To Hell With War!

I AM not such a fool as to believe that war is a thing of the past. I know the people do not want war, but there is no use in saying we cannot be pushed into another war.

Looking back, Woodrow Wilson was re-elected president in 1916 on a platform that he had “kept us out of war” and on the implied promise that he would “keep us out of war.” Yet, five months later he asked Congress to declare war on Germany.

In that five-month interval the people had not been asked whether they had changed their minds. The 4,000,000 young men who put on uniforms and marched or sailed away were not asked whether they wanted to go forth to suffer and to die.

Then what caused our government to change its mind so suddenly?

Money.

An allied commission, it may be recalled, came over shortly before the war declaration and called on the President. The President summoned a group of advisers. The head of the commission spoke. Stripped of its diplomatic language, this is what he told the President and his group:

“There is no use kidding ourselves any longer. The cause of the allies is lost. We now owe you (American bankers,
American munitions makers, American manufacturers, American speculators, American exporters) jive or six billion dollars. If we lose (and without the help of the United States we must lose) we, England, France and Italy, cannot pay back this money...and Germany won’t.”

So...

Had secrecy been outlawed as far as war negotiations were concerned, and had the press been invited to be present at that conference, or had the radio been available to broadcast the proceedings, America never would have entered the World War. But this conference, like all war discussions, was shrouded in the utmost secrecy.

When our boys were sent off to war they were told it was a “war to make the world safe for democracy” and a “war to end all wars.”

Well, eighteen years after, the world has less of a democracy than it had then. Besides, what business is it of ours whether Russia or Germany or England or France or Italy or Austria live under democracies or monarchies? Whether they are Fascists or Communists? Our problem is to preserve our own democracy.

And very little, if anything, has been accomplished to assure us that the World War was really the war to end all wars.

Yes, we have had disarmament conferences and limitations of arms conferences. They don’t mean a thing. One has just failed; the results of another have been nullified. We send our professional soldiers and our sailors and our politicians and our diplomats to these conferences. And what happens?

The professional soldiers and sailors don’t want to disarm. No admiral wants to be without a ship. No general wants to be without a command. Both mean men without jobs. They are not for disarmament. They cannot be for limitations of arms. And at all these conferences, lurking in the background but all-powerful, just the same, are the sinister agents of those who profit by war. They see to it that these conferences do not disarm or seriously limit armaments.

The chief aim of any power at any of these conferences has been not to achieve disarmament in order to prevent war but rather to endeavor to get more armament for itself and less for any potential foe.

There is only one way to disarm with any semblance of practicability. That is for all nations to get together and scrap every ship, every gun, every rifle, every tank, every war plane. Even this, if it were at all possible, would not be enough.

The next war, according to experts, will be fought not with battleships, not by artillery, not with rifles and not with guns. It will be fought with deadly chemicals and gases.

Secretly each nation is studying and perfecting newer and ghastlier means of annihilating its foes wholesale. Yes, ships will continue to get built, for the shipbuilders must make their profits. And guns still will be manufactured and powder and rifles will be made, for the munitions makers must make their huge profits. And the soldiers, of course, must wear uniforms, for the manufacturers must make their war profits too.

But victory or defeat will be determined by the skill and ingenuity of our scientists.

If we put them to work making poison gas and more and more fiendish mechanical and explosive instruments of destruction, they will have no time for the constructive job of building a greater prosperity for all peoples. By putting them to this useful job, we can all make more money out of peace than we can out of war—even the munition makers.

So ... I say, “TO HELL WITH WAR!”

This has been reformatted by me, Stephen Brouillette. The original PDF is here: http://kether.com/words/butler-smedley--war-is-a-racket-1.pdf

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• ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 30 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium white onion, peeled and diced
• 1 medium white onion, peeled and diced
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
• 2 (15 ounce) cans beans, rinsed and drained (I used one can pinto, one can black beans)
• 1 (8 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained'
• 3 cups (about 1.5 pounds) shredded or diced cooked chicken
• 3 cups red enchilada sauce, homemade or store-bought, divided
• 12 corn tortillas, halved
• 3 cups shredded Monterrey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
• toppings: chopped fresh cilantro, diced red onion, thinly-sliced green onion and/or diced avocado

Directions

1. Heat oven to 375°F. Mist a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.
2. Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper and sauté for 6-7 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the diced green chiles, beans, corn, chicken and 2 cups enchilada sauce, and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Pour about 1/2 cup of the remaining enchilada sauce in the baking dish, and spread until the bottom of the dish is evenly coated. Top with a layer of about 8 tortilla halves, so that the entire dish is covered. Top evenly with 1/3 of the chicken mixture, followed by 1/3 of the cheese. Repeat with another layer of tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese. Followed by a final layer of tortillas, chicken mixture, the remaining 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce, and cheese.
4. Cover the pan with aluminum foil, then bake for 20 minutes.
5. Remove pan and remove aluminum foil. Uncover and bake for 10 more minutes, until the cheese is thoroughly melted.
6. Remove from the oven and serve warm, garnished with your desired toppings.

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• ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 10 mion
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 can (14 oz) chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 1 jar (14 oz) marinated artichoke hearts, drained
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water

Directions

1. Preheat the pressure cooking pot using the sauté button. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Melt butter in the cooking pot. Add 2 chicken breasts and brown until golden on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and repeat with remaining chicken breasts.
2. Add chicken broth and thyme to the pressure cooking pot. Add browned chicken. Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 5 minutes cook time. When the cook time ends, use a quick pressure release.
3. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in cold water. Push chicken to one side of the pot and add cornstarch mixture and stir to combine. Select Sauté and stir constantly until sauce thickens and boils. Stir in the artichoke hearts
4. Serve chicken and sauce over prepared rice or pasta.

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Table Of Content

• Rollercoaster Rides

• The Impact of Macroeconomic Forces

• Short-term Projections

• Ethereum's Steady Stance

• Week-on-week Comparisons

• Altcoins in Focus

• The Laggards

• Market Overview

• Conclusion

• FAQ

September has once again proven itself to be a tumultuous month for the world's most prominent cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC). This month-long rollercoaster ride has historical roots, as September has historically been a challenging period for Bitcoin. However, the first two-thirds of the month showcased remarkable progress, raising expectations. But the recent resurgence of the US dollar has cast a shadow over the entire crypto market, leading to uncertainty among investors and traders.

Rollercoaster Rides

As the calendar pages flipped through September, Bitcoin embarked on a rollercoaster ride that left many in the crypto community holding their breath. Over the weekend, Bitcoin witnessed a significant dip, eroding a substantial portion of its gains for the month. Sunday's trading session saw the BTC/USDT pair drop by 1.2%, closing at $26,250. Monday's early trades further exacerbated the bearish trend, pushing the pair below $26,150. These rapid fluctuations in Bitcoin's value have been a hallmark of its journey in recent weeks.

The Impact of Macroeconomic Forces

In addition to its internal dynamics, Bitcoin has been significantly influenced by macroeconomic factors, particularly the policies and guidance provided by the Federal Reserve and other central banks. Last week, the Fed's unexpected hawkish stance sent shockwaves through financial markets, including the crypto sphere. This policy shift had an adverse effect on risk-on trading sentiment, causing investors to reevaluate their strategies. As the month approaches its conclusion, a less eventful macroeconomic calendar might imply reduced volatility in the coming days. However, the lingering impact of the Fed's decisions remains a source of uncertainty.

Short-term Projections

To gain insights into Bitcoin's short-term trajectory, market analysts have turned to Binance's order book analysis. According to their assessment, a support line appears to be forming at the $25,000 mark, providing some stability in the face of recent turbulence. Conversely, selling resistance has been identified at $27,500, indicating a significant challenge for Bitcoin's upward momentum. These levels are likely to play a crucial role in determining Bitcoin's path in the immediate future, with traders closely monitoring any breaches or rebounds.

Ethereum's Steady Stance

In contrast to Bitcoin's rollercoaster performance, Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has demonstrated a more stable trajectory over the past few days. While Saturday saw minimal fluctuations, Sunday's trades witnessed a modest 0.8% dip, settling at $1,580. As of Monday, Ethereum has maintained this position, indicating resilience in the face of market turbulence. Ethereum's stability, as compared to Bitcoin's wild swings, underscores the unique dynamics at play within the broader cryptocurrency market.

Week-on-week Comparisons

Examining the performance of these two leading cryptocurrencies over the course of the week reveals intriguing trends. Bitcoin has experienced a 2% decline in its value, signaling the challenges it faced amid a shifting financial landscape. Meanwhile, Ethereum has faced a slightly more significant drop of over 3%. These fluctuations underscore the inherent volatility of the crypto market, even among its most prominent players.

Altcoins in Focus

Beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum, the broader altcoin spectrum presents a diverse set of performances. One standout performer has been Solana (SOL), which surged ahead by an impressive 1.75% in the past seven days. This remarkable growth has garnered the attention of investors and enthusiasts alike. Additionally, Ripple (XRP) has maintained positive momentum, adding approximately 0.8% to its value. These altcoins' resilience serves as a testament to the unique dynamics within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

The Laggards

However, not all altcoins have been able to escape the gravitational pull of Bitcoin's performance. Prominent digital assets such as Binance's BNB token, Dogecoin (DOGE), Cardano (ADA), Polkadot (DOT), and Polygon (MATIC) have mirrored Bitcoin's downward trend. These digital assets have seen marginal losses in terms of their respective market capitalizations, underscoring the interconnectedness of the cryptocurrency market.

Market Overview

At present, the global cryptocurrency market cap stands at an impressive $1.04 trillion, signifying the substantial size and influence of the digital asset market. Bitcoin continues to command a dominant position, with a market dominance of 49.9%. This reaffirms Bitcoin's status as the undisputed leader in the digital asset space, despite the challenges it faces in September.

Conclusion

As September draws to a close, the battle between Bitcoin and the resurgent US dollar remains uncertain. The interplay between internal dynamics, macroeconomic factors, and market sentiment will continue to shape the crypto landscape in the days ahead. Traders and enthusiasts alike will be watching closely to discern the next moves in this high-stakes confrontation. As the dust settles, the cryptocurrency market will likely reveal new trends and opportunities for those who can navigate these uncertain waters with agility and insight.

FAQ

Why is September historically challenging for Bitcoin? September has traditionally been a tough month for Bitcoin, with factors like market sentiment and macroeconomic forces contributing to its volatility during this period.

How is the US dollar impacting Bitcoin's recent performance? The resurgence of the US dollar has cast a shadow over the crypto market, leading to uncertainty and impacting Bitcoin's value.

What are the short-term projections for Bitcoin and Ethereum? Short-term projections for Bitcoin suggest a support line at $25,000 and resistance at $27,500, while Ethereum has maintained relative stability.

Which altcoins have performed well recently? Solana (SOL) and Ripple (XRP) have shown positive momentum, but some prominent altcoins have followed Bitcoin's downward trend.

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🚀🔥 Hey fellow builders, hack wizards, and digital dreamers! Zantoshi here, and I've got some electrifying news that's sure to light up your screens. 🌐✨

Hackathons? Oh, they're not just an event; they're a journey into the uncharted realms of innovation. Picture this: minds colliding, ideas exploding, and the birth of something the world has never seen before. Now, imagine being the catalyst for this chaos – yeah, that's the sweet spot!

But hold on to your keyboards because, guess what, BitBlockBoom is gearing up for the most epic hackathon ride of the year! 🚀🔐 Remember TABconf 5 in ATL? Those mind-blowing projects? Relive the magic here.

For those not in the know, BitBlockBoom is the OG conference, and this time, we're diving deep into the BitBlockBoom hackathon – starting April 12, 2024. Lightning X Nostr workshops will blow your mind and inspire the creation of something straight out of a techno-fantasy novel.

🌩️💬 But what's the focus? Lightning X Nostr applications! Imagine the seamless movement of value worldwide and a revolutionary communication protocol enabling freedom of speech. It's not just coding; it's rewriting the internet narrative!

Categories? Oh, we've got your creative juices covered:

• Chat Clients.
• Gaming.
• Microapps.
• Reputation and Gamification.
• Virality (Let's make Nostr the talk of the town!)

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Hold onto your code, my friends. Team-up, gear up, and let's redefine the digital playground. Beautiful prototypes, killer pitches, or mind-bending PoCs – we're here for it all!

Expect team, rules, and judge reveals soon. Oh, and you'll get to present main stage, not to mention education drops to prep you for this rollercoaster of genius.

Ready to hack the future? I know I am.

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Chef's notes

You can grow green onions from kitchen scraps

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 20 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 bacon strips, chopped
• 1 lb medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1 lb medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons butter, divided
• SAUCE
• 2 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoon almond flour
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 3 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 teaspoon shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoon taco seasoning
• Optional toppings: Shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and thinly sliced green onions
• 4 egg whites

Directions

1. In a nonstick skillet, cook bacon and mushrooms over medium heat until mushrooms are tender and bacon is crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings.
2. In a small bowl, whisk eggs and salt. In the skillet, heat 1 teaspoon butter over medium-high heat. Pour in half of the egg mixture. It should set immediately at edges.
3. As eggs set, push cooked portions toward the center, letting uncooked eggs flow underneath. When eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains, spoon half of mushroom mixture on one side. Fold omelet in half; slide out of pan onto a plate. Repeat to make a second omelet.
4. For sauce, in a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until thickened.
5. Stir in cheeses and taco seasoning until cheese is melted. Serve with omelets and toppings as desired.

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Chef's notes

Greek Yogurt Recipe

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 15 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 3 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 6

Ingredients

• almond flour 1/2 cup 1/2 cup
• erythritol or other sugar substitute (divided use) 1/4 cup plus | 1 1/2 tbsp | 1/4 cup plus 1 1/2 tbsp
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbs espresso or strong coffee
• 2 cups plain nonfat greek yogurt
• 3 tbs mascarpone cheese
• 1 tbs dark rum
• zest from one orange
• 1 tbs vanilla extract
• 1 tsp cocoa powder

Directions

1. In a medium skillet over medium heat, toast the almond flour for 3 minutes or until golden, stirring often to avoid burning.
2. In a small bowl, mix the toasted almond flour, 1 1/2 tbsp of the erythritol, cinnamon and salt. Add the espresso and stir. Divide between 6 serving glasses (about 1 heaping tablespoon each).
3. In a medium bowl, mix the yogurt with the mascarpone, remaining 1/4 cup erythritol, rum, orange zest and vanilla. Spoon about 1/3 cup on top of the coffee-almond base in each of the serving glasses. Dust each tiramisu lightly with cocoa powder just before serving.

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Chef's notes

I think sweet potatoes are a yellowish white tuber, but some people seem to think they are orange yams. WTF? I'm not sure who's right, but I like both of them and use the same recipe to cook both.

the nutritional information obviously depends on the size of the potatoe.

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 5 minutes
• 🍳 Cook time: 45 minutes(but i think they are better after about an hour and a half)
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium/large sweet potatoes ((2 pounds potatoes))
• unsalted butter (optional for topping)
• chopped chives (optional for topping) I also suggest growing them in your own garden. Don't have land? https://www.ted.com/talks/ron_finley_a_guerrilla_gardener_in_south_central_la

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easier cleanup.
2. Thoroughly rinse and scrub the potatoes then pat dry with a towel and poke holes all over with a fork.
3. Set potatoes on the prepared baking sheet leaving some space between potatoes and bake for 45 minutes, or until easily pierced with a knife or fork.

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Chef's notes

I got this from the 4 hour chef.

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 5 mion
• 🍳 Cook time: 5 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of Arugula
• 4 Roma Tomatoes
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• Sherry Vinegar
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Avocado

Directions

1. Cut the tomatoes with a sharp ass knife
2. Dump the Arugula in a salad bowl
3. Cut Avocados in half. Peel them. Then dice like a tomatoe. Add the to the greens
4. drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and sherry vinegar on the side of the salad bowl.
5. Toss the salad(No pun intended)
6. Eat it.

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Chef's notes

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 30 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 10 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 2

Ingredients

• olive oil 2 tsp 2 tsp
• lemon zest (grated) 1 tsp 1 tsp
• fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp 1 tbsp
• medium garlic (minced) 1 clove 1 clove
• fresh rosemary (chopped) 1 tbsp 1 tbsp
• salt 1/8 tsp
• 2 chicken breast halves (boneless, skinless, about 4 ounces each)
• nonstick cooking spray
• balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp
• honey 1 tsp
• BBQ Sauce

Directions

1. In a nonmetallic bowl, stir together the oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 8 hours. If marinating for more than 30 minutes, turn several times.
2. Lightly spray the grill rack with cooking spray. Preheat the grill on medium heat.
3. Grill the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until no longer pink in the center. (The internal temperature should reach at least 165 degrees F). Transfer to plates.
4. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk together the barbecue sauce, vinegar, and honey. Cook over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Spoon the mixture over the cooked chicken.

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Chef's notes

"This Pressure Cooker / Instant Pot 15 Bean Soup is a hearty soup loaded with ham, fifteen different types of beans, and good-for-you veggies. " OG recipe from https://hurstbeans.com/recipes/instant-pot-15-bean-soup

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 6 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 1 hour 40 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 package (20 ounce) Hurst’s HamBeens 15 Bean Soup with seasoning packet
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 quarts water
• 1 ham bone, optional*
• 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree
• 1/2 cup carrots, diced(used frozen if you're lazy)
• 1 cup onion, chopped(cup of frozen onions works for busy people)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
• 1 cup diced ham, optional
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Set aside seasoning packet. Rinse beans in a colander and remove any debris.
2. Select Sauté. Add the vegetable oil, onion, and celery to the pressure cooking pot. Sauté for about 3 minutes until tender.
3. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute more.
4. Add the rinsed beans, 2 quarts water, and ham bone.
5. Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 1 minute cook time. When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker. Let the beans soak for 1 hour. *Alternatively, you can cook the beans on high pressure for 35 minutes with a 10 minute natural release.
6. After 1 hour, stir in tomatoes, carrots, chili powder, and seasoning packet. Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 3 minutes cook time.
7. When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and finish with a quick pressure release.
8. When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid. Remove the ham bone. Stir in the spinach, ham, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Chef's notes

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 1 hour 40 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 pounds Vidalia (or sweet) onions (about 5 medium), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour(substitute with almond flour for keto)
• ¾ teaspoon honey
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 small baguette, cut into ½-in slices
• 1 tablespoon dry sherry
• 8 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated (about 2 heaping cups; look for one imported from Switzerland)
• ½ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano

Directions

1. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the oil, onions, salt, pepper, and sugar. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until onions are deep golden brown and caramelized, 45 to 55 minutes. In the beginning, you will only need to stir the onions occasionally. As they start to brown midway through cooking, you will need to stir them frequently, scraping the fond (the brown particles) from the bottom of the pan. If the onions are browning too quickly, reduce the heat slightly or add a few tablespoons of water to deglaze the pan and continue cooking.
2. Add the wine and raise the heat to high. Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to scrape any fond from the bottom of the pan, until almost all of the liquid has evaporated and the onions are jammy, 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Add the flour or almond flour and cook, stirring constantly, for one minute.
4. Add the broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves to the pot. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook, covered, for about 30 minutes.
5. While the soup simmers, preheat the oven to 400°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Arrange the baguette slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake until the bread is dry, crisp, and golden at edges, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
6. When the soup is finished, remove the bay leaves and add the sherry; taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If the soup needs a deeper flavor, try a few shakes of Worcestershire sauce. If it's not quite sweet enough, add ¼ teaspoon sugar.
7. Adjust an oven rack 6 inches from broiler element and heat broiler. Set individual broiler-safe crocks on a baking sheet and divide the hot soup among the crocks (be sure the soup is very hot as it won't warm up much in the oven). Top each crock with 1 or 2 baguette slices (do not overlap slices) and sprinkle evenly with Gruyère and then Parmigianno Reggiano. Slide the crocks into the oven and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly around edges, 3 to 5 minutes. Let the crocks cool for a few minutes before serving. (Alternatively, if using regular soup bowls: Top each toast slice with some cheese and return to broiler to melt, about 2 minutes more. Divide the soup among bowls and top each serving with two cheese toasts.)
8. Make-Ahead Instructions: The soup can be made and refrigerated up to 3 days ahead (without toasts or cheese), or up to 3 months ahead and frozen. Toasts can be made (without the cheese) and kept sealed at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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Chef's notes

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 3 hours
• 🍽️ Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2.5 - 3 pounds (1198g) bones ((combination of 554g pork, 644g chicken))
• 5 - 6 (212g) chicken feet
• 2 (252g) onions (keep the outer layers, roughly diced)
• 2 (215g) celery stalks (, roughly diced)
• 2 (265g) carrots (, roughly diced)
• 2 (8g) garlic cloves (, crushed)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon (3.5g) whole peppercorn
• 8 cups (2L) cold water(water from the water heater leaves a funny taste)
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) fish sauce (or regular soy sauce)
• Your favorite fresh or dried herbs (Herbs from a garden are best)
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil

Directions

1. Grow some garden herbs. Don't have any land? Watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzZzZ_qpZ4w
2. Optional Step to Enhance the Bone Broth: Heat up your pressure cooker over medium high heat (Instant Pot: press Sauté button and click the Adjust button to go to Sauté More function). Make sure your pot is as hot as it can be (Instant Pot: wait until the indicator says HOT).Add 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil in the pot and brown the bones for 3.5 minutes per side. You may have to do it in two batches. Pour in ½ cup (125ml) cold water and completely deglaze the pot by scrubbing all flavorful brown bits with a wooden spoon.
3. Pressure Cook Bone Broth: Add 5 - 6 (212g) chicken feet (optional) and the rest of the ingredients in the pressure cooker. Close lid and pressure cook at High pressure for 2 hours + Full Natural Release (~45 mins). Open the lid carefully.
4. Strain Bone Broth: Strain bone broth through a colander or mesh strainer to discard the solids. Set aside the bone broth to cool.
5. Skim Fat: Use a fat separator to skim the fat. An alternative method is to place bone broth in the fridge until the fat rises to the top and form a layer of gel. Then, skim the layer of fat with a spoon. A gel-like texture after cooling is a good indicator of an excellent gelatinous bone broth.
6. Enjoy Bone Broth: Season with salt (if desired) and drink it directly. Or you can use the Bone Broth in place of stock.

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Chef's notes

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 25 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3-4 cups chopped zucchini (or your favorite vegetables)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons minced cilantro (or parsley)
• 3 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and Pepper

Directions

1. Add all the ingredients to a large bowl. Mix to combine.
2. Place four 18x12-inch pieces of heavy aluminum foil on counter. Place the shrimp and veggie mixture on the foil. Fold the foil over the shrimp to seal.

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Happy Sunday #Nostr !

Here’s your #NostrTechWeekly newsletter brought to you by nostr:npub19mduaf5569jx9xz555jcx3v06mvktvtpu0zgk47n4lcpjsz43zzqhj6vzk written by nostr:npub1r3fwhjpx2njy87f9qxmapjn9neutwh7aeww95e03drkfg45cey4qgl7ex2

The #NostrTechWeekly is a weekly newsletter focused on the more technical happenings in the nostr-verse.

Let’s dive in!

Recent Upgrades to Nostr (AKA NIPs)

1) (Proposed) NIP 93: Backwards compatible alt-urls

Links break, blogs get moved, domains get changed, and companies go out of business. These can all lead to situations where content on Nostr may get stale because links in notes are stale.

This proposal introduces a concept of alt urls for links in notes. When first publishing, that helps create multiple pathways in case one link is broken.

What’s really interesting is being able to correct broken links after a note is published. Since most Nostr events can’t be updated, users can instead submit a kind 4001 event referencing the original event and propose alt-urls. This could be done by the original author or good samaritan users helping keep Nostr content up to date!

Author: nostr:npub180cvv07tjdrrgpa0j7j7tmnyl2yr6yr7l8j4s3evf6u64th6gkwsyjh6w6

2) (Proposed) NIP 88: Recurring Subscriptions via Zaps

One of the most powerful things Nostr could provide to content creators is a better way to get paid with fewer middlemen and much lower fees. This proposal from nostr:npub1l2vyh47mk2p0qlsku7hg0vn29faehy9hy34ygaclpn66ukqp3afqutajft uses Zaps as the foundation of a Patreon-style subscription for content creators.

Content creators can publish subscription tiers (and their prices) as a kind 37001 Nostr event. Then subscribers can publish a “subscribe” event indicating they want to enroll in one of the subscription tiers.

Users will then pay the subscription fee via Zaps, which can be verified by the content creator. Finally users can publish a “stop subscription” event to indicate they will stop paying and receiving benefits from the content creator.

To make this easy for all involved, there will likely need to be substantial client work to help content creators facilitate their subscription tiers, verify subscriber payment, and distribute paid content automatically so they can focus on the content creation itself. But this would be a tremendous improvement over Patreon just on lower fees alone.

3) (Proposed) Rewrite of NIP 46: Nostr Connect / Remote signing

Nostr Connect (not to be confused with the Nostr Connect Chrome extension mentioned later in this report) is an attempt to give users complete self-custody of their Nostr private keys, where they won’t need to enter the private key into any client, while still making day-to-day Nostr operations easy and convenient.

In this model there is a “remote signer” which may be a hardware device or a different app on a mobile device, and clients will work with the remote signer to perform operations where a private key is required (decrypting DMs, signing Nostr events, etc).

This rewrite of NIP 46 simplifies the protocol while taking into account real-world learning since the original introduction of the NIP. There is an explicit eye towards helping codify what nsecBunker has to offer. It is a huge improvement to security, privacy, and the ease of self custody.

Author: nostr:npub180cvv07tjdrrgpa0j7j7tmnyl2yr6yr7l8j4s3evf6u64th6gkwsyjh6w6

Notable Projects

Shipyard as a DVM 🚢

Shipyard is a project that gives more robust publishing tools to content creators (scheduling posts, reviewing and responding to mentions, etc). nostr:npub1l2vyh47mk2p0qlsku7hg0vn29faehy9hy34ygaclpn66ukqp3afqutajft is working to make Shipyard a DVM so that clients can provide the “schedule post” functionality to users without having to build it into the client itself.

Nostr Connect Chrome Extension 🔒

Every time I am asked to give my private key to a Nostr app, I cringe. For mobile apps I know there’s not much support for remote signing yet, but for web-based clients we should all be able to use a browser extension. Up until now they haven’t been the best design or nicest to use browser extensions. nostr:npub1zfss807aer0j26mwp2la0ume0jqde3823rmu97ra6sgyyg956e0s6xw445 changed all that!

This chrome extension is much better designed and it’s far easier to manage permissions that you’ve granted to various clients in the past. It quickly became my daily driver for web-based Nostr operations. Great work!

140 Character Relay 🐦

The original Twitter restricted content to 140 characters, and that form factor facilitated a unique set of content creation. Whether it’s nostalgia or a desire to see if going back to 140 characters would help recreate the unique feel of early Twitter, we now have a relay that enforces all notes to be 140 characters max.

Author: nostr:npub1l2vyh47mk2p0qlsku7hg0vn29faehy9hy34ygaclpn66ukqp3afqutajft

TrueVote ☑️

Using the combination of Nostr and OpenTimestamps (therefore Bitcoin as well) TrueVote creates a decentralized, verifiable voting system.

From what I can tell, folks can submit votes via a Nostr event (signed by your private key to verify it was you doing the voting), with timestamps verified by OpenTimestamps to ensure the vote happened when the Nostr event claims.

As outlined in Nostr is Bitcoin’s Layer 3 talk from NostrAsia, this application of Nostr highlights how Nostr seems to be the missing link for freedom tech. Bitcoin is great for payments and immutable history (for example: timestamp assertions) but it is missing the identity and coordination layer.

Nostr in the context of TrueVote unlocks the certainty of “one Nostr account, one vote” which can be incredibly powerful for many applications. As long as the person conducting the vote whitelists who can vote, this is cryptographically secure as well as transparent (votes can be conducted in public and verified by all).

Fascinating to see this in use.

Author(s): nostr:npub1u8um5vstlax9p60644zygvhc7w5mkzfyhwyvj453l3j7l9mrf5rspnc3c3

Latest conversations: Custodial Solutions

With the recent news about Wallet of Satoshi pulling out of the US market, it’s important to keep the topic of custodial solutions top of mind.

Custodial solutions (for Bitcoin or for Nostr) offer immense benefits for ease of use and convenience, but they are susceptible to all kinds of interference that may leave users holding the bag.

Ideally we only need self-custody

Self-custody maximizes freedom: freedom from fraud and rug pulls, freedom from the whims of a regulatory environment, freedom from reliance on third parties that may just go out of business.

Ideally, everyone would self-custody all the important things: money, data, their home, their food, and their water. But doing so is incredibly expensive, time consuming, and requires expertise. Humanity is able to support a population of 8 billion people because of the specialization of labor. At some level we end up trusting others with important aspects of our lives.

Technological advances and engineering effort allow humanity to grow AND decentralize. Bitcoin is a breakthrough that makes it possible to decentralize money and enables self-custody of one’s life savings. Nostr is making it possible for people to self-custody their data and still have all the conveniences of modern digital life.

Whether they be used for Bitcoin, Nostr, or anything else, custodial solutions are the backup until we’ve engineered solutions good enough that the average person can easily self-custody.

How to spread freedom tech

The goal of building freedom tech should be to make freedom accessible to more people. If we build solutions that increase access to financial or communication freedom, then that’s progress. Just because that number isn’t 8 billion doesn’t mean it’s not progress.

Custodial solutions for things like Bitcoin and Nostr make freedom more accessible to more people. If given a choice between a million people using a custodial lightning wallet or not using Bitcoin at all, I’d argue you’d rather they use custodial solutions for the time being. We can always draw them towards self-custody later.

It remains a noble goal to get everyone to self-custody, but it requires work to build self-custodial solutions that work for average people.

Building easy self-custody takes work

There are ways to make products that are as easy to use as custodial solutions and still give the user complete control. They just take orders of magnitude more work to build.

Self-custodial lightning wallets like Phoenix, Breez, Blixt, and Mutiny Wallet are good examples. They have done a ton of the work to make a lightning node friendly to operate, which means that more people will have access to self-custodial lightning.

Before these solutions you’d have to run a Bitcoin full node, then set up your Lightning node, and manage channels with Thunderhub or RideTheLightning or other lightning management apps. It’s a lot of work! Far more people can now run self-custody lightning because of their work. It’s far easier so people are more likely to try it, and eventually adopt it deeply.

There’s still more work until someone non-technical in my family could use self-custodial lightning without needing help, but this is real progress for freedom tech.

Nostr: self-custody that’s great

Nostr is inherently more self-custodial than any existing social media. Your private keys control access to your data, you can move your data from one relay to another, you can download backups any time, and you can control what clients can do with your data.

Any use of Nostr is head and shoulders above existing social media. There are some folks offering more custodial or centralized services within the Nostr community (opt-in moderation, custody of keys, hosted relays, etc), and that’s ok, because those are the first step in building something average people can adopt.

Every single day there are Nostr devs putting in the work to make self-custody of your life on Nostr easier, so that more people have full access to the freedom that’s possible via Nostr. In the meantime, we may need to tolerate some more-centralized solutions to bootstrap the user growth and economic activity necessary to fund the next wave of improvements.

Until next time 🫡

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Stay Classy, Nostr.

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Chef's notes

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 20 mon
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Large Chicken Breasts ((filleted into 4 pieces))
• 2 Potatoes ((peeled and slice into 1/4" slices) )
• 2 cups Frozen Green Beans
• 4 tsp Ranch Seasoning Mix
• 4 Tbsp Butter
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
• 4 slices Bacon ((cooked and chopped))
• 1/2 tsp Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Salt

Directions

1. Coat 4 large pieces of heavy duty foil with a non-stick cooking spray.
2. Place 1/2 a potato (peeled and sliced) in the middle of each foil.
3. Top with 1/2 cup of frozen green beans on top of the potatoes.
4. Place on chicken breast on top and season with the salt and pepper.
5. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Ranch Seasoning Mix and place one tablespoon of butter on top for each foil packet.
6. Add 1/4 cup of shredded cheese and the crumbled bacon.
7. Fold up the sides of the foil. Then fold up the other sides to make a foil pack.
8. Place on the grill over medium high heat or an campfire.
9. Open the foil packets carefully and enjoy dinner!

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Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 8 hours
• 🍳 Cook time: 8 hours
• 🍽️ Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 52 ounces Milk (Ultra-Filtered & Pasteurized, like Fairlife Milk or Natrel (Canada's version))
• 1 Tablespoon Fresh Yogurt ("Starter") (live cultures)
• 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk(optional)

Directions

1. Optional step: Clean and sterilize your Instant Pot by adding one cup of water, closing the pot and pushing the sterilize, pressure cook or manual button and setting the timer to 1 minute. Carefully release the pressure and dump out the water.
2. Place cooking pot into refrigerator to cool off or put a few ice cubes into the pot and then dump out.
3. To Make Cold Start Yogurt: Add cold milk and 1 Tablespoon of yogurt starter (any yogurt with active cultures to the Instant Pot.
4. Whisk the milk and yogurt together well.
5. If sweetening the yogurt, add the sweetened condensed milk or the Natural Bliss now and whisk it in very well.
6. Push the Yogurt button and then use the +/- buttons and set time to 8 hours. Make sure the Yogurt setting says "Normal."
7. When Yogurt cycle is finished, remove cooking pot and transfer to refrigerator to chill overnight. Transfer Yogurt to containers and enjoy.

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Nutrition

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 1 hour
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• boneless, skinless chicken breast (divided into 4 (4-oz) portions) 1 lbs 454 g
• olive oil 1 tbsp 1 tbsp
• all-purpose flour 1/4 cup 1/4 cup
• trans-fat-free margarine 1 tbsp 1 tbsp
• sliced mushrooms 10 oz 284 g
• black pepper 1/4 tsp 1/4 tsp
• balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup 1/3 cup
• low sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup 1/2 cup

Directions

1. Place the chicken breast in a plastic bag and pound thin with a mallet.
2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a skillet.
3. Dredge the chicken in flour and coat it on both sides. Add the chicken to the pan and sauté 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
4. Melt the margarine in the pan. Add the mushrooms and pepper and cook for 5 minutes. Add the balsamic vinegar to the pan and bring it to a boil to reduce the liquid.
5. Add the chicken broth to the pan and simmer 2 more minutes. Add the chicken breast back to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes.

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[!IMPORTANT] This principality is not recognized by the authorities, this is unusual and bizarre case but it is real.

Principado da Pontinha

The Principality of Pontinha, also known as the Principality of "Ilhéu da Pontinha", is a self-proclaimed micronation located on a 178-square-meter (1,920 square feet) rock, 70 meters (229 feet) off the coast of the city of Funchal, on the island of Madeira.

The self-proclaimed principality is a creation of the owner of the islet, the self-proclaimed Prince D. Renato Barros II, Prince of "Ilhéu da Pontinha" and Elector of Portugal.

In 2007, the number of citizens of the principality was one, Renato Barros himself, although he does not reside in the territory. In 2014, according to Renato Barros, the citizens of the principality were himself, his wife, and their two children.

On September 25, 2017, Renato Barros was forced to abandon the Fort of São José, until then the seat of the micronation, sold 3 days earlier to immigrants in the course of an insolvency process.

History

In January 2007, Renato Barros, a Visual Arts teacher and owner of the Fort of São José since 2000, announced that he was moving an international process with a view to the creation of a principality on the islet of Pontinha, a rock located 70 meters off coast of the Madeira island, and connected to it by the pier of the Port of Funchal, where the fort is located.

Renato Barros acquired the fort in 2000 for the sum of 9 thousand "contos" (about 45 thousand euros today without inflation), with the intention of studying wave energy. The Funchal Port Master Plan, approved in 2004, provided for the opening of a bar-restaurant, with a terrace and viewpoint at Fort São José. This plan was later amended to remove the tacit "authorization" for the opening of a bar/restaurant/terrace, thus making it impossible to use the fortress for commercial purposes and annulling the claims of the legal owner of the property, which were known to the Regional Government.

Although this was not his original purpose, when he bought the building, Renato Barros developed the intention of recovering the fortress and the rock, whose history dates back to the first voyage of exploration of the island, led by João Gonçalves Zarco, with the aim of giving it a use, through the opening to the public of a bar and a museum space.

Declaration of independence

In November 2007, Renato Barros delivered to the Portuguese Republic's Representative in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, Monteiro Diniz, a "request for de-annexation of the Principality of the Ilhéu da Pontinha". On the 29th of the same month, Cesidio Tallini, an activist for the cause of micronations and a fervent supporter of the independence of Long Island, issued a statement on behalf of "Prince D. Renato Barros, sovereign of the Principality of Pontinha", formally announcing the secession of the principality from Portugal, with the Fort of São José becoming the capital of the self-proclaimed country. The "prince" highlighted his good relations with the Brazilian Government, stating that if the principality is recognized, it will be the gateway to Europe.

Renato Barros detention

On September 25, 2017, Renato Barros was detained by the Portuguese Republican Guard after resisting a judicial order to close the facilities. The security forces accompanying the bailiff handcuffed the "prince of the islet", escorting him to the local headquarters, where he was released after being identified, awaiting the legal process of the case, which should pass through the hearing before a judge.

Claim to independent territory

Renato Barros claims that when King D. Carlos sold the fortress in 1903, he did so by granting certain privileges that could justify the territory's independence. The sale not only included the property but also the ownership of the islet where the fortress is located and where it was built. Renato Barros further asserts that the "Torre do Tombo", as the Portuguese authority duly authorized for this matter, acknowledges the full validity of the property and islet ownership sale document. The property was placed at auction and alienated from the National Treasury, with the purpose of using the proceeds of the sale to complete and restore the Fort of Nossa Senhora da Conceição do Ilhéu on the larger islet to the east. The Royal Charter, which Renato Barros keeps in his possession, states the following:

Dom Carlos, by the Grace of God, King of Portugal and the Algarves, hereby inform those who see this Charter of pure and irrevocable sale that, following the necessary proceedings, announcement, and the formality of the law and style, Candido Henrique de Freitas acquired through public auction at the Finance Department in the district of Funchal on October 3, 1903, for the sum of 200 "réis", in accordance with the laws of July 13, 1863, and December 22, 1870, the following property that belonged to the National Treasury... It was listed for sale in the list 1446B as follows: Funchal municipality, Part of the Fort of Pontinha with an area of 172.80 m2 in the parish of São Pedro (Funchal); borders to the north and east with the Pontinha pier, south and west with the rock by the sea...

– Paço, October 26, 1903

Validity of the claim

According to the historian Alberto Vieira, historically, what King D. Carlos alienated was the building of the fortress, and sovereignty was never transferable. In his view, the islet continues to be as Portuguese as it was before the sale of Fort São José. The same historian also asserts that he is unaware of any prerogative in international law that would lend any merit to Renato Barros's claims.

But even in the case of any lingering possibility of recognition, it can only be invoked in the appropriate forum, the United Nations, and supported by legal instruments such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights of 1966, the United Nations Covenant, in resolutions of the General Assembly and the Security Council of the United Nations, the Vienna Convention, the Responsibility of States for Internationally Wrongful Acts, the Covenant of the League of Nations, the Statute of the International Court of Justice, the Council of Europe, or NATO, through which the legitimacy of the claim can be assessed.

Economy

According to the owner of the islet, the island has not been, according to international law, Portuguese territory since 1903. It doesn't control its borders, doesn't require a passport for entry, and doesn't impose taxes on non-locals, aiming to attract a larger tourist audience.

In December 2015, the Principality of "Ilhéu da Pontinha" adopted BITCOIN as its official currency.

Energy

EDP (Energias de Portugal) refused to install electrical power on the property. According to Renato Barros, this occurred due to interference from the President of the Regional Government of Madeira, Alberto João Jardim, after Barros declined to sell "Ilhéu da Pontinha" back to the Regional Government. To compensate for the lack of electricity supply, Renato installed a solar panel and a small wind turbine. As a result, the energy produced is 100% from renewable sources.

Political asylum

In February 2017, regional deputy José Manuel Coelho requested political asylum from the Principality of Pontinha after being sentenced to one year in prison for "aggravated defamation".

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Chef's notes

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 15 minutes
• 🍳 Cook time: 45 minutes
• 🍽️ Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup soft bread crumbs
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/3 cup 2% milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 pound bulk pork sausage
• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add beef and pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. On a 12x8 piece of foil, shape into a 8x5-in. loaf. Bring foil up around sides of loaf, but do not cover top of loaf.
2. Place trivet insert and 1 cup water in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Place foil-wrapped loaf on trivet. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 45 minutes.
3. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. A thermometer inserted in meat loaf should read at least 160°. Remove meat loaf from pressure cooker and top with barbecue sauce. Let stand 10 minutes before removing from foil and slicing.

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Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 5 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 2.5 hours
• 🍽️ Servings: 4-8(It's pretty good so we usually only serve 4)

Ingredients

• 2 LB Chuck Roast
• 1 can of beef broth
• 1 can of french onion soup
• 1 can of beef consommé
• 1 lb of baby potatoes(if you're into carbs)

Directions

1. Throw everything into your Instant Pot
2. Pressure cook for 2 hours. It will take about 20 minutes to heat up.
3. Slow release 10-30 minutes
4. Serve.

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Chef's notes

Recipe creted using mealie.io available on umbrel

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 10 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 4 hrs 10 min
• 🍽️ Servings: 5-6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 1/2 pounds London broil, or round steak
• 1 (6-ounce) jar mushrooms, drained
• 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can tomato soup
• 1 (1-ounce) packet dry onion soup mix, such as Lipton Recipe Secrets

Directions

1. Gather the ingredients.
2. In a small bowl, combine the flour, ground black pepper, and paprika.
3. Rub the steak on all sides with the mixture.
4. Place the steak in the crock pot.
5. In a bowl, combine the drained mushrooms, cream of mushroom soup, tomato soup, and onion soup mix and mix well.
6. Pour the mixture over the meat.
7. Cover the pot and cook on low for about 6 to 7 hours, or cook on high for about 3 1/2 hours.

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Chef's notes

This moist and tender Mexican Shredded Beef is made in the Instant Pot in less than 2 hours! Its delicious by itself or great in tacos, salads and more. Original Recipe.

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 5 minutes
• 🍳 Cook time: 1 Hour 25 Minutes
• 🍽️ Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat, (cut into small chunks (chuck roast or round roast works well))
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 3/4 cup beef broth ((or water))
• 1 lime, (juiced)
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Directions

1. In a large bowl add beef, chili powder, salt, minced onion, ground cumin, garlic powder, oregano and black pepper. Toss to combine.
2. Add the broth, cover with lid, seal the pressure valve and cook for 50 minutes at high pressure.
3. Open the pressure valve to quickly release the pressure. Carefully open the lid and transfer the beef to a large plate using a slotted spoon.
4. Shred beef with two forks and then return it to the Instant Pot. Add lime juice, chopped cilantro and stir. Serve and enjoy in tacos, burrito bowls and salads.

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Chef's notes

A flavorful marinade and a quick sear make for easy homemade chicken fajitas, while onions and bell peppers make it a meal.

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 10 minutes
• 🍳 Cook time: 15 minutes
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb chicken
• salt to taste
• 2 tbs oil( I like avocado)
• 1 large onion

Directions

1. Cut thick chicken breasts in half horizontally: Chicken breasts come in different sizes. If you have chicken breasts that are around a half pound each or more, you will want to slice them in half horizontally, so that the center thickness is around 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch thick. (We do not recommend pounding the chicken breasts, doing so will not result in the right texture/consistency for fajitas.) Simply Recipes / Elise BauerSimply Recipes / Elise Bauer
2. Marinate the chicken: Mix all the marinade ingredients together in a glass or plastic container. Add the chicken, mix well, cover and let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or up to 8 hours in the fridge. Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
3. Remove the chicken from the marinade: Wipe off most of the marinade and sprinkle the chicken pieces with salt.
4. Sear the chicken on high heat: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large cast iron frying pan on high heat for a minute or so. As soon as the oil begins to smoke, lay the chicken breast pieces in the pan. Depending on the size of the pan, and if you have had to cut the chicken breasts, you may have to work in batches. Let the chicken cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes, until you have a good sear. Once seared well on one side, turn the pieces over and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until well seared on the second side. Simply Recipes / Elise BauerSimply Recipes / Elise Bauer
5. 1. Stack the seared breasts, cover with foil, and let rest: Once seared on the second side, remove to a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil to rest for 5 minutes. If you want to test for doneness, cut into one piece with the tip of a sharp knife. It should be just done, if not, you can put it back in the hot pan for a minute or two. Here's a tip: Stack the seared chicken breasts and then cover them in foil. Together they will retain heat better as you cook the peppers and onions. Simply Recipes / Elise BauerSimply Recipes / Elise Bauer
6. Sauté the peppers and onions: While the chicken is resting, cook the onions and peppers. Add another tablespoon of oil to the frying pan. Heat on high. As soon as the oil is hot, add the onions and peppers to the pan. Use a metal spatula to scrape up some of the browned bits from the chicken and stir to coat the onions and peppers with the oil and brown bits. Spread the onions and peppers in an even layer in the pan. Let them cook undisturbed for 2 minutes. You want them to sear with some blackening. Stir the vegetables and continue to cook for another 2 minutes. Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
7. Slice the chicken and serve: Slice the chicken across the grain into strips. Serve at once with the peppers and onions, some warm tortillas, and sides of shredded cheese, salsa, guacamole, and/or thinly sliced iceberg lettuce dressed with vinegar and salt. Did you love the recipe? Give us some stars and leave a comment below! Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

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I'm new to Nostr and like what I'm seeing so far.

As a decentralized platform. though, I run it through, Moxie Marlinspike (@ My first impressions of web3) reasoning for centralization: convenience and speed of delivery.

…why centralized platforms emerged to begin with, and in my mind the explanation is pretty simple: 1. People don’t want to run their own servers, and never will. … Even nerds do not want to run their own servers at this point. Even organizations building software full time do not want to run their own servers at this point. If there’s one thing I hope we’ve learned about the world, it’s that people do not want to run their own servers. The companies that emerged offering to do that for you instead were successful, and the companies that iterated on new functionality based on what is possible with those networks were even more successful.

1. A protocol moves much more slowly than a platform. After 30+ years, email is still unencrypted; meanwhile WhatsApp went from unencrypted to full e2ee in a year. People are still trying to standardize sharing a video reliably over IRC; meanwhile, Slack lets you create custom reaction emoji based on your face.

Habla wins, in my opinion, by not asking contributors to run their own server and providing a centralized implementation of the Nostr protocol which can move quickly (e.g. see regular updates on platform progress here.

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Embark on a riveting journey with La Bitcoineta, the mobile education unit advocating for financial sovereignty and Bitcoin awareness. This article unfolds the captivating conversation with Ariel and BitcoinShagga, chronicling their mission from Latin America to Europe. Delve into crucial topics such as Bitcoin adoption, regional challenges, and the transformative potential of this digital currency on a global scale. Gain insights into La Bitcoineta's adventures, exploring how Bitcoin empowers individuals and guards against financial uncertainties. This meta description offers a glimpse into the pioneers' experiences, highlighting their role in fostering Bitcoin education and awareness.

Croxroad welcomes Ariel and BitcoinShagga as distinguished guests, sharing their remarkable insights and experiences. Croxroad delves into the intriguing intersection of Bitcoin and culture through engaging dialogues and thought-provoking discussions. Join us on this enlightening journey as we explore the global impact of Bitcoin with these two exceptional guests.

Table Of Content

• La Bitcoineta's Journey: From Latin America to Europe

• Cultural Variances in Bitcoin Reception

• Collaborations and Initiatives Abroad

• Overcoming Scepticism: Success Stories

• Conclusion

• FAQs

La Bitcoineta's Journey: From Latin America to Europe

In the expansive realm of Bitcoin advocacy, few initiatives have captured the essence of grassroots education and community engagement as vividly as La Bitcoineta. Originating in Latin America, this project embarked on a transformative journey that transcended geographical boundaries and cultural landscapes, ultimately finding its way to Europe. This segment delves into the remarkable odyssey of La Bitcoineta and the individuals behind its wheels, Ariel and BitcoinShagga.

The journey begins in the vibrant tapestry of Latin America, a region marked by diverse cultures, economic disparities, and a shared enthusiasm for Bitcoin's potential. La Bitcoineta emerged as a mobile hub of information, traversing countries to foster awareness about digital currency, financial sovereignty, and the empowering possibilities of decentralised technologies.

As La Bitcoineta navigated the dynamic Latin American terrain, it encountered both challenges and opportunities. The region, characterised by varying degrees of adoption, provided a unique backdrop for exploring the complexities associated with introducing decentralised currencies to diverse communities. From urban centres to remote villages, La Bitcoineta became a symbol of accessibility, demystifying Bitcoin and blockchain technology.

The journey, however, didn't stop at the borders of Latin America. La Bitcoineta expanded its horizons, steering its wheels toward Europe. This geographical leap marked a significant chapter in the project's evolution, showcasing the universal relevance of Bitcoin's principles. The European expedition allowed for cross-cultural exchanges, offering insights into how different communities perceive and embrace the concept of financial sovereignty through decentralised currencies.

Cultural Variances in Bitcoin Reception

Bitcoin's journey isn't solely one of technological innovation; it's also a narrative woven into the fabric of different cultures worldwide. La Bitcoineta's expedition from Latin America to Europe provided a unique vantage point to observe the diverse ways in which various cultures interact with and perceive digital currency.

In Latin America, where economic nuances and financial inclusion challenges differ significantly from country to country, La Bitcoineta encountered a kaleidoscope of reactions. In urban settings, where tech-savvy communities embraced digital currencies as a potential solution to economic instability, the Bitcoineta found an audience eager to delve into the intricacies of decentralised finance. Contrastingly, in more rural and remote areas, where access to traditional banking is limited, Bitcoin was not just a technological novelty but a gateway to financial inclusion.

As the wheels of La Bitcoineta rolled into Europe, a continent with a mosaic of languages, traditions, and economic structures, the project encountered new layers of cultural nuances. The European audience, while accustomed to robust financial systems, demonstrated a growing interest in Bitcoin's role as a hedge against inflation and a tool for preserving financial privacy.

The cultural variances in Bitcoin reception highlighted the need for tailored educational approaches. In regions where economic stability was a driving factor, discussions often revolved around Bitcoin as a store of value. Conversely, in areas grappling with financial censorship or restrictive banking systems, Bitcoin's borderless and permissionless nature took centre stage.

Collaborations and Initiatives Abroad

La Bitcoineta's journey transcended borders, not just geographically but also in forging collaborations and catalysing initiatives that echoed the global essence of Bitcoin adoption. As it traversed from Latin America to Europe, the project became a catalyst for a multitude of partnerships and community-driven endeavours.

In Latin America, the Bitcoineta collaborated with local businesses, grassroots organisations, and educational institutions. These partnerships aimed to bridge the knowledge gap and empower communities with the tools to navigate the evolving landscape of decentralised finance. Workshops, meetups, and collaborative events served as avenues for fostering a deeper understanding of Bitcoin's potential as a catalyst for financial sovereignty.

Upon reaching Europe, La Bitcoineta's collaborations took on a new dimension. Interactions with blockchain communities, cryptocurrency startups, and even established financial entities sparked dialogues on regulatory frameworks, responsible innovation, and the integration of blockchain technology into existing financial infrastructures.

One notable collaboration was with educational institutions, where La Bitcoineta's journey became a living case study for students exploring the intersection of technology, finance, and societal impact. By participating in academic initiatives, the project contributed to the academic discourse on cryptocurrency adoption and blockchain technology.

Initiatives abroad also encompassed community-driven projects aimed at leveraging Bitcoin for social good. From supporting local entrepreneurs to initiating charitable campaigns, La Bitcoineta's impact extended beyond individual adoption to foster a sense of global citizenship within the Bitcoin community.

Overcoming Scepticism: Success Stories

La Bitcoineta's journey encountered scepticism at various junctures, mirroring the broader narrative of Bitcoin adoption. However, within the scepticism emerged compelling success stories that showcased the tangible impact of decentralised currencies on individuals and communities.

Success stories from the road highlight instances where initial doubts and reservations gave way to genuine curiosity and eventual adoption. These narratives underscore the power of firsthand experience in dispelling myths and misconceptions surrounding Bitcoin. Personal anecdotes from individuals who transitioned from sceptics to advocates offer valuable insights into the transformative potential of decentralised finance.

One illustrative success story involves engaging with local businesses that initially hesitated to explore Bitcoin. As La Bitcoineta facilitated workshops and provided practical demonstrations, businesses began to witness the advantages of cryptocurrency transactions—lower fees, faster cross-border transfers, and increased financial inclusivity. These success stories not only transformed individual perspectives but also contributed to building a more Bitcoin-friendly environment within local economies.

The road travelled by La Bitcoineta is paved not only with success stories but also with diverse and enriching tales from the communities it encountered. From the bustling streets of Latin American cities to the culturally rich landscapes of European destinations, each stop brought forth unique narratives of Bitcoin's reception and the evolving dynamics of the digital currency ecosystem.

These stories from the road delve into the encounters, challenges, and triumphs that characterised La Bitcoineta's expedition. Whether navigating through regulatory landscapes, fostering dialogues with local communities, or adapting to the ever-changing dynamics of the digital currency space, each story contributes to the larger narrative of Bitcoin's journey from niche adoption to global recognition.

Tune into the ‘Croxroad' podcast where you will get these exciting stories.

Conclusion

La Bitcoineta's odyssey from the vibrant streets of Latin America to the diverse landscapes of Europe encapsulates more than just a physical journey—it embodies the spirit of Bitcoin's global evolution. As Ariel and BitcoinShagga tirelessly crossed borders, they not only bridged geographical gaps but also connected communities through the universal language of decentralised finance.

The article delved into the incredible journey, highlighting La Bitcoineta's role as a catalyst for change. From fostering Bitcoin adoption in local communities to collaborating with diverse initiatives abroad, the mobile education unit has been a beacon of financial empowerment. The success stories encountered on the road serve as testaments to the transformative potential of Bitcoin, dispelling scepticism and fostering a greater understanding of decentralised currencies.

Through cultural variances in Bitcoin reception, collaborations abroad, and narratives of overcoming scepticism, La Bitcoineta's expedition echoes a broader theme—the global awakening to the possibilities of a decentralised financial future. As the Bitcoin community continues to grow, La Bitcoineta stands as a symbol of grassroots efforts, proving that education and firsthand experience can pave the way for widespread adoption and financial liberation. The journey is not just La Bitcoineta's; it's a shared voyage towards a decentralised and inclusive financial landscape.

FAQs

What inspired the creation of La Bitcoineta? La Bitcoineta was born out of a shared passion for Bitcoin and a vision to drive financial inclusion. Ariel and BitcoinShagga recognized the need for decentralised financial education in Latin America, inspiring the creation of this mobile initiative.

How did La Bitcoineta overcome cultural differences during its European tour? La Bitcoineta's approach is rooted in cultural sensitivity. By adapting their educational content to resonate with diverse audiences, Ariel and BitcoinShagga successfully navigated cultural nuances, fostering understanding and acceptance of Bitcoin.

Can individuals or organisations contribute to La Bitcoineta's mission? Absolutely! La Bitcoineta welcomes contributions and collaborations. Whether through donations, volunteering, or suggesting new locations to visit, individuals and organisations can actively participate in spreading Bitcoin education and empowerment.

What are La Bitcoineta's plans for the future? La Bitcoineta envisions expanding its outreach further, with plans to explore new countries and regions. The initiative aims to continue breaking barriers, promoting Bitcoin awareness, and empowering communities globally.

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Eu não sou economista, sou apenas um curioso, sou influenciado pelo ethos do Bitcoin, o “Don’t Trust, Verify”. Esta é a virtude do Bitcoin, leva-nos a ler, estudar, refletir como o mundo funciona, compreender os conceitos básicos de economia, do sistema financeiro e da política monetária. Só compreendendo estas bases, podemos compreender o valor do bitcoin, senão será apenas um produto especulativo.

Estude #Bitcoin!

Muitas pessoas pensam que bolha financeira é igual a um esquema ponzi, mas não é verdade. Numa fase inicial, a sua influência no comportamento humano é semelhante, onde é gerada uma forte valorização/lucro, depois rebenta, acontece a correção. Quando é ponzi, a correção só acontece uma vez, o esquema colapsa.

Enquanto a bolha é algo que acontece ciclicamente, um bom exemplo é o mercado imobiliário, que teve inúmeras bolhas na sua história. São ciclos de mercados.

Uma parte muito grande do mundo cripto são literalmente um esquema ponzi, mas existem alguns que não são, são pouco mas existem. O Bitcoin e essas poucas criptos já tiveram várias bolhas no passado, mas conseguiram sempre recuperar, de ciclo em ciclo, o piso é sempre mais alto. O Bitcoin é uma fénix.

Como  gráfico demonstra

A última bolha do Bitcoin&Cripto aconteceu em Novembro de 2021, será que este foi similar às anteriores?

Observando o gráfico, são similares, mas eu acredito que desta vez vai ser um pouco diferente, ou seja, esta bolha será mais similar à das dotcom de 2000, especialmente no caso das criptos, o bitcoin é um caso à parte.

Sempre que falo em cripto, não incluo o Bitcoin. O Bitcoin não tem nada a haver com as criptos e em muitas situações até é o seu oposto. A relação do Bitcoin e as criptos é similar à relação da Lua e a Terra. É a Lua que influência as marés na Terra, igualmente como o Bitcoin influência os ciclos de mercado nas criptos. As criptos apenas tem ciclos de 4 anos, devido à influência do halving do Bitcoin. Mas o Bitcoin vai além da Lua, é o Sol, o restante do universo é que gira à sua volta.

Dotcom

Tanto nas empresas dotcom, como nas criptos, tiveram crescimento fortemente alavancado por empresas de capital de risco(VCs), curiosamente com a mesma ideia, “Get Rich Quick” (“Fique rico depressa”).

Nos finais da década de 90, a loucura dos VCs era tal, qualquer empresa que acrescentasse “.com” ao seu nome parecia ter sucesso quase imediatamente.

O mesmo aconteceu agora, só que as expressões são “blockchain”, “crypto” e “DeFi”.

Só que este ano tudo mudou, existe menos liquidez no mercado devido à alta taxa de juro dos bancos centrais e o VCs começaram a olhar para uma outra área, o AI, é o novo el dourado. Esta diferença já é bem notória no mercado, são poucos os novos projetos que se destacam, o desenvolvimento tecnológico está a acontecer sobretudo nos projetos já existentes.

No caso da dotcom, estavamos no início da internet, era difícil de compreender o que era e o seu potencial. Agora é os smartcontract, são tecnologias muito inovadoras e com um enorme potencial de crescimento.

Eu acredito que o destino das criptos será similar à dotcom, onde a maioria das empresas faliram, as poucas que sobreviveram são um sucesso hoje em dia, como a Google, Amazon e eBay, entre outras. A adoção/utilização vai se concentrar em apenas meia dúzia(se tanto) de projetos. Essa concentração ainda vai acelerar nos próximos 2 a 3 anos, com as aprovações das legislações nos diversos países, que vão estrangular fortemente as criptos.

Os colapsos das criptos vai provocar uma fuga de capital, o pouco que restar. Uma parte do capital voltará para o mundo FIAT, mas eu acredito que a maioria permanecerá neste ecossistema, especialmente para o Bitcoin e para as "grandes" criptos, valorizando ainda mais estas.

Criptos

Por enquanto as Stablecoins são um grande “salva vidas”, são bastante utilizadas nos países em desenvolvimento. A questão é, quanto tempo os governos vão aceitar as stablecoins (neste modelo)?

E aquele sonho molhado dos shitcoiner, sobretudo dos da XRP, que imaginavam que o sistema financeiro tradicional iria utilizar a sua Blockchain, isso não irá acontecer. 

Enquanto o mercado de blockchains Permissionless vai concentrar, ao mesmo tempo está a surgir uma nova era de blockchains mas com bastantes limitações, fechadas, as blockchains Permissioned. Que vão “roubar” importantes cotas de mercado às blockchains tradicionais.

O sistema financeiro tradicional apenas vão utilizar sistemas que possam controlar, onde possam reverter transações, que consigam congelar fundos e os dados não serão públicos, sem transparência. Eles vão criar as suas próprias blockchains individualmente ou em cooperativas, mas sempre blockchains Permissioned.

Até as exchanges estão a criar as suas próprias blockchains.

Os shitcoiners desenvolveram tecnologia inspirada nos ideais do Satoshi, como uma alternativa ao sistema financeiro. Agora os bancos utilizam essa mesma tecnologia, a custo zero, para os seus próprios sistemas. Até muitas CBDCs estão a utilizar o código da Etherium como base.

Eu também nunca percebi bem o negócio das criptos, no meu ponto de vista não faz qualquer sentido as blockchains terem um token nativo próprio, a não ser que seja com o objetivo de enriquecer os VCs, provavelmente.

No meu pensamento, o token nativo é um “consumível”, mas a maioria das pessoas e os seus criadores olham para ele como um investimento. A meu ver não faz qualquer sentido.

O token nativo deveria ser a gasolina (não é por acaso, em ETH usam o termo Gas) para o carro se mova. Ninguém, ninguém compra gasolina com o objetivo que ela fique mais cara, para depois a vender, para gerar lucro. Nós compramos gasolina porque queremos nos deslocar e sem ela o carro não se move.

Eu acho que seria mais interessante se o token nativo fosse uma stablecoin (dólar ou mesmo btc), ainda não consegui perceber o porquê da Tether não o ter feito. É o que os bancos estão a fazer.

Em vez de ICO, as fees e possivelmente uma pequeníssima percentagem das transações serviriam para financiar os validadores e para as “fundações”. Possivelmente não optaram por esta via, para esquivar às legislações vigentes, mas agora estão a ser processados por serem securities. O tiro saiu pela culatra.

O Bitcoin é um caso à parte, é o ouro digital, é o dinheiro do mundo online e do mundo real, uma alternativa à moeda FIAT e uma reserva de valor. Está muitos patamares acima de todo o mundo cripto, é o único realmente descentralizado e é uma commodity.

As criptos não quiserem ser uma alternativa, queriam replicar o sistema financeiro tradicional dentro de um blockchain descentralizada. No final das contas, de descentralizada tem pouco e estão a ser engolidos pelo próprio legacy. É a ironia do destino.

Apesar de tudo acredito que alguns desses projetos consigam sobreviver e prosperar.

Se formos observar a tabela do coinmarketcap.com, das 100 maiores, daqui a 10 anos, possivelmente só restará o Bitcoin e mais meia dúzia de criptos com um volume significativo.

Easter Egg

Para finalizar, deixo um easter egg, como eu disse em cima, na época do crash das dotcom, a maioria das empresas faliram, mas houve uma que conseguiu sobreviver, apesar de ter sofrido uma brutal desvalorização.

Nos últimos anos começou a sua recuperação, mas ainda está muito longe dos seus máximos. Talvez consiga nos próximos 2 anos, senão será daqui a 6 anos, eu acredito.

Isto é bem representativo o que foi a loucura no final da década de 90, valorizaram as empresas para valores estratosféricos, neste caso poderá demorar quase de 30 anos para voltar a ter novos máximos.

O gráfico é bem representativo dessas duas fases, aquela vela do ano 2000 é assustadora.

O seu nome é MicroStrategy. 

Em nenhum momento deste texto é um aconselhamento financeiro, é apenas uma opinião pessoal, poderá estar completamente errada, nunca se esqueçam:

Don’t Trust, Verify!

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Ampliación del campo de batalla

Michel Houellebecq

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Primera novela de lo que se ha venido a llamar la trilogía de la decadencia de occidente. Houellebecq nos retrata un personaje, más que probablemente él mismo, que está de vuelta de todo.

Ingeniero informático, retraido, nihilista, poco agraciado; es consciente que no es el prototipo de hombre que buscan la vasta mayoría de mujeres. Lo asume y vive su vida como si fuese un espectador, un antihéroe viviendo en un letargo existencial.

Con treinta años, sobrevive en una vida-no-vida. Es un triunfador entre comillas, en el mundo laboral y un fracasado en el mundo social.

Novela introspectiva, la prosa de Houllebecq es directa, cruda, sin florituras. Nos sumerge en la mente de una persona desquiciada, consciente del estilo de vida occidental actual, en el que se han matado a los antiguos dioses que daban sentido a la vida, para suplantarlos por otros que le dan un sinsentido.

A pesar del aura negativa que tiene la novela, me parece muy interesante tanto la psicología del personaje como la crítica que se hace a la sociedad moderna con su falta de valores y constumbres.

A destacar también el humor ácido que tiene.

Escritor controvertido en Francia por no morderse la lengua, políticamente incorrecto; escribe con una honestidad pura, no finge.

La editorial Anagrama tiene un libro recopilatorio que reune las tres novelas, Ampliación del campo de batalla, Las partículas elementales y Plataforma. No sabría decantarme por la mejor, porque las tres conforman un bloque perfecto.

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(EFE).- Corea del Norte aseguró este sábado que su satélite espía lanzado esta semana ha tomado imágenes de potenciales blancos en la vecina Corea del Sur, especialmente en zonas donde se ubican varias bases militares estadounidenses destacadas.

El dictador norcoreano, Kim Jong-un, volvió a visitar en la víspera el centro general de control de la Administración Nacional de Tecnología Aeroespacial (NATA, por sus siglas en inglés) en Pionyang, desde donde se coordina la misión satelital, y allí se le mostraron "fotografías de las principales regiones blanco, incluidas Mokpo, Gunsan, Pyeongtaek, Osan, Seúl y otras áreas", informó este sábado la agencia estatal de noticias KCNA en un comunicado.

Las fotografías habrían sido tomadas entre las 10:15 y 10:27 hora local del viernes, "cuando el satélite pasó sobre la península de Corea", de acuerdo a la información difundida por dicho medio.

Kim, que ya se desplazó hasta el centro de control horas después del lanzamiento del aparato, realizado a última hora del martes en el país asiático, volvió a visitar las instalaciones "para revisar la preparación operativa del satélite de reconocimiento".

El régimen ha señalado que la misión satelital del Malligyong-1 comenzará oficialmente el 1 de diciembre, pero asegura que el aparato ya ha captado imágenes relevantes, entre ellas de varias instalaciones militares estadounidenses en la isla de Guam.

La NATA informó a Kim "sobre el plan de fotografía región enemiga y el proceso de ajuste adicional del satélite de reconocimiento" previsto para la mañana de hoy, añadió KCNA sin más detalles.

En un comunicado posterior publicado horas más tarde, KCNA informó que Kim visitó nuevamente hoy el centro de control para inspeccionar nuevas imágenes de otras áreas de interés que incluyen las ciudades surcoreanas de Jinhae, Ulsan, Pohang, Daegu, Gangneung y Busán, donde se encuentra actualmente atracado el portaaviones de propulsión nuclear estadounidense USS Carl Vinson.

Corea del Norte aseguró haber tomado capturas satelitales del navío a las 10:01 hora local de este sábado, así como fotografías de la base naval de Pearl Harbor y la base aérea de Hickam, en Honolulu, cuando el satélite espía pasó sobre Hawaii de madrugada.

Pionyang no ha publicado ninguna imagen tomada por el satélite, lo que serviría para confirmar que funciona correctamente, algo que ningún tercer país se ha aventurado aún a afirmar.

En la ciudad de Pyeongtaek, en el norte de Corea del Sur, se ubica Camp Humphreys, la mayor base militar estadounidense fuera de territorio norteamericano. Gunsan y Osan también albergan bases.

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Médicos cubanos se pronunciaron este sábado contra las condenas impuestas a seis doctores en Granma por presunta negligencia médica, luego de que un paciente muriera en un salón de operaciones donde no había insumos básicos para la cirugía.

En una carta dirigida a los médicos y a todos los granmenses, el prestigioso doctor y académico cubano Esequiel Hernández Almeida, con más de 34 años de trabajo en el Hospital Celia Sánchez Manduley, de Manzanillo, dijo que "con asombro absoluto me he enterado de que seis médicos, cirujanos, colegas, jóvenes, talentosos, con familia, hijos incluidos han sido juzgados y condenados como vulgares delincuentes por un tribunal en la ciudad de Bayamo".

"Me opongo a ese juicio y a esa condena, los médicos no somos criminales, los errores médicos no son delitos, sé todos los pormenores de la actuación de esos profesionales y yo (como varios de mis colegas) hubiéramos hecho lo mismo. Es imposible que seis médicos y todo un servicio (como sé que evaluaron el caso) se equivoque, allí tengo grandes amigos, colegas que admiro y a los que les envío casos y sé de su altura ética y profesional", manifestó el profesor de Medicina y médico internista.

El especialista, de casi 60 años, dijo que "los médicos trabajamos con conocimientos imperfectos, con equipos que nunca dan una conclusión definitiva, con carencias de todo tipo", y estima que en este caso esas carencias "fueron muchas y vitales".

"Esos colegas NO SE EQUIVOCARON, no cometieron delito, no merecen ser juzgados y mucho menos condenados. Si alguien quiere discutir conmigo los pormenores de su actuación estoy dispuesto a discutirlo, con quién sea", subrayó.

Asimismo, pidió a la Dirección Provincial de Salud, y al grupo provincial de Cirugía, a la Universidad y al MINSAP interceder por los galenos sancionados.

El urólogo de ese hospital Aldo Luis Zamora Varona dijo que nunca había trabajado con tanta falta de recursos, al hablar del caso. Asimismo dijo que los sancionados no han recibido apoyo de otros médicos en la provincia.

Contó que los colegas "no han sido capaces de bajar sus cabezas y reconocer que los verdaderos culpables son el gobierno cubano, el gobierno provincial, la dirección provincial de salud, entre otros, que han permitido que nosotros los profesionales de la salud trabajemos en las peores condiciones nunca vistas ni en el país más pobre del mundo", expresó.

En su relato dice que cuando el fallecido fue intervenido quirúrgicamente, él se encontraba en un salón de operaciones cercano y pudo participar de la crisis.

Dijo que había sido llamado con urgencia para realizar una operación y cuando acabó se acercó a él "la enfermera (Yaquelín) y me dice que si por casualidad le podía gestionar una sonda para pasársela al paciente que en el hospital no había ni una sonda de ningún tipo y le comunico que yo había traído una para la paciente que vine a socorrer, pero que no tuve que usar y se la di; no pasaron ni 3 minutos y nuevamente la enfermera Yaquelín viene a mí desesperada y me dice que le pasó la sonda y salió sangre en gran cantidad (mezclada con orina) y me pregunta que quién es la guardia de urología, que los cirujanos generales están pidiendo su presencia con urgencia".

Cuando la enfermera le explicó que se trataba de una emergencia él decidió entrar al salón y en tres minutos detectó que se trataba de trauma renal, donde el riñón izquierdo estaba partido por la mitad, por lo que decidió extraer el riñón, previo examen del riñón contralateral, el cual estaba en perfecto estado.

"A partir de ese instante todo fue una tormenta (no había la pinza adecuada para pinzar los vasos del riñón, algo imprescindible para realizar dicha maniobra (se llaman clam), no había ese instrumento en la bandeja quirúrgica, tuve que usar una pinza de Kelly, cualquier urólogo que esté leyendo esto sabe que es un disparate, pero para hacer mucho más difícil la extracción del riñón que comprometía la vida del joven paciente, (no había en el salón ni una sutura no reabsorbible) para ligar el pedículo renal y tuve que mandar a rebuscar entre papeles y otras cosas que yo traía en una pequeña carpeta que solía usar y allí se encontró una sola sutura de ese tipo", explicó.

"Si yo no hubiera traído esa sutura el paciente de seguro que hubiera fallecido en el quirófano por falta de insumos indispensables para salvar vidas, que es total responsabilidad del deteriorado sistema de salud, lo cual es responsabilidad del gobierno cubano que nos usa y luego nos mete presos y no son capaces de reconocer que ellos son los únicos culpables de esos muertos, que muchos pudieran salvarse en manos de profesionales competentes, pero indefensos. Pido libertad para esos 6 médicos, que son inocentes y pido sean enjuiciados los verdaderos culpables", subrayó Zamora Varona.

Varios médicos apoyaron a ambos galenos y defendieron que en los hospitales no hay insumos básicos para atender emergencias.

El médico Renán García prometió llevar el reclamo ante la Organización Mundial de la Salud.

Una mujer dijo que "la mamá del fallecido hizo una publicación donde decía que habían dejado morir a su hijo"; pero ella asegura que los médicos eran excelentes.

"Solo pienso en muchos casos que han fallecido por falta de medicamentos e insumos médicos, y entonces ¿a quién van a juzgar????. No puedo imaginarlos en una cárcel injustamente", señaló.

Los seis médicos del Hospital Carlos Manuel de Céspedes en Bayamo llevados a juicio fueron Rafael José Sánchez Vázquez, Yoandra Quesada Labrada, Ristian Solano, Elizabeth Silvera. William Pérez Ramírez y Henrry Rosales Pompa.

Cinco de ellos fueron condenados a dos años de prisión y tres años para el Dr. Ristian Solano.

El juicio se hizo a puertas cerradas en el hospital, donde acusaron a los médicos de negligencia en el caso de un paciente que falleció durante una cirugía.

El doctor exiliado Alexander de Jesús Figueredo Izaguirre dijo conocer detalles del caso y explicó que los médicos debieron someter al hombre –que llegó a emergencias herido tras un grave accidente de moto– a una cirugía a pesar de que en el hospital no contaban con recursos esenciales como material de sutura, sondas de levine, y el tomógrafo estaba defectuoso.

No es la primera vez en las últimas semanas que Figueredo Izaguirre se hace eco de la crisis de insumos en el hospital de Bayamo.

A comienzos de octubre, médicos del Hospital Provincial Carlos Manuel de Céspedes enviaron una carta al doctor exiliado para denunciar la terrible situación que enfrenta ese centro de salud y sus pacientes por la falta de recursos esenciales: vendajes, suturas, sondas de levine, tubos endotraqueales y otros elementos fundamentales para hacer frente a urgencias médicas.

Figueredo Izaguirre llamó a los colegas del sector a defender a los condenados, y a mirarse en esa misma situación. Hace algunas semanas el pueblo de Sola, en el municipio Sierra de Cubitas, en Camagüey, salió a las calles a exigir justicia para un destacado médico de su comunidad que fue acusado de negligencia y está encarcelado.

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El régimen de Daniel Ortega engrosó su lista de desterrados al impedir la entrada al país de la directora de Miss Nicaragua, Karen Celebertti Moncada.

La Dirección de Migración y Extranjería del Ministerio de Gobernación impidió el ingreso al país de Celebertti Moncada y su hija este 23 de noviembre, informó Mosaico CSI.

Ambas fueron devueltas desde el aeropuerto de Managua a México, de donde procedían. Celebertti Moncada había estado desde el 3 de noviembre en El Salvador, donde Miss Nicaragua, Sheynnis Alondra Palacios Cornejo, fue coronada Miss Universo 2023, en la gala celebrada el día 18.

Celebertti Moncada fue finalista de Miss Nicaragua en 1991 y representante de la marca Miss Universo en su país desde 2001. El 16 de marzo de 2019, fue detenida junto con otros críticos y opositores de Ortega por exigir la liberación de presos políticos en la capital nicaragüense.

El régimen encabezado por Ortega y su esposa, Rosario Murillo, había ordenado negar la entrada a la Miss Universo 2023, a Celebertti Moncada y a los familiares de esta que la acompañaban en El Salvador. Sin embargo, la orden fue posteriormente revocada, explicó Mosaico CSI, que conoció esa información por una fuente cercana al caso.

El periodista nicaragüense del medio 100% Noticias Miguel Mendoza también reveló días atrás en la plataforma X que el régimen de Ortega había ordenado impedir que Palacios Cornejo abordara el vuelo de la aerolínea Avianca para regresar al país.

Posteriormente, el régimen nicaragüense no solo dio marcha atrás a la orden, sino que convocó al pueblo a darle la bienvenida en el aeropuerto a la joven.

Palacios Cornejo, de 23 años, es la primera nicaragüense y la segunda centroamericana coronada Miss Universo. Está graduada de periodismo y es promotora comunitaria. El medio mexicano El Universal reveló que en 2018 participó en una manifestación pacífica contra el régimen de Nicaragua.

El éxito de la modelo y periodista generó celebraciones y muestras de patriotismo. Muchos nicaragüenses festejaron el triunfo enarbolando la bandera nacional.

Murillo tachó esos festejos de "provocaciones maquilladas" y acusó a sus protagonistas de pretender "convertir un lindo y merecido momento de orgullo y celebración, en golpismo destructivo".

La Miss Universo 2023 residirá un año en Nueva York, por lo que habrá que esperar para saber si el régimen nicaragüense la sumará a su lista de desterrados.

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La aerolínea dominicana Air Century, una de las que operaba vuelos chárter entre Cuba y Nicaragua, dejó de vender ese itinerario a raíz de las sanciones que impuso EEUU a los funcionarios y ejecutivos de las empresas que operaban una ruta que ha servido como puente migratorio para decenas de miles de personas de la Isla.

De acuerdo con un reporte del canal televisivo de Florida Telemundo 51, el vicepresidente comercial de la empresa confirmó la suspensión de las operaciones a raíz del anuncio del Departamento de Estado de cancelar las visas a dueños, ejecutivos o funcionarios de compañías aéreas que fletaran sus aviones para cubrir la ruta.

Esa suspensión, no obstante, no ha sido confirmada en su sitio oficial y canales en redes sociales por la aerolínea.

En declaraciones para Telemundo 51, el abogado de Inmigración Jesús Novo comentó que las empresas de aviación "se han dado cuenta de que este es el principio, esa es la fuente de donde vienen todos estos inmigrantes que entonces cruzan a través de toda Centroamérica hasta México, y después cruzan por la frontera sur de Estados Unidos".

Pero, advirtió, "va a seguir la gente intentando salir de allí, porque la situación es insostenible. Pero pienso que inicialmente va a funcionar, a la larga quizás no".

El reporte indicó que la venezolana Conviasa, una de las que participa en el trasiego de migrantes y que ya fue sancionada por Washington, sigue ofreciendo viajes a Managua desde la Isla.

Asimismo, precisó que la mayoría de estos vuelos se organizan en el sur de Florida, donde las agencias de viaje venden pasajes, que pagan familiares de cubanos de la Isla, y luego contratan los servicios de las aerolíneas, que posteriormente fletan los aviones.

Los vuelos desde La Habana a Nicaragua, a partir de la repentina exención de visado para los habitantes de la Isla que entró en vigor el 22 de noviembre de 2021, fueron el medio de salida para decenas de miles de cubanos que atravesaron Centroamérica desde ese punto hasta la frontera sur de EEUU.

La medida fue interpretada con suspicacia, dada la alianza entre los regímenes de La Habana y Managua, y a que se produjo apenas cuatro meses después del estallido social del 11 de julio de 2021 en la Isla. Las autoridades de Cuba han usado la emigración como válvula de escape del descontento social a lo largo de más de 60 años, permitiendo que los nacionales se marchen a EEUU.

En agosto último, medios independientes cubanos reportaron el incremento de esos vuelos. Así, la aerolínea mexicana Viva Aerobus aumentó las frecuencias entre Cuba y Nicaragua con escala en Mérida, pues de dos vuelos semanales en julio pasó a siete en ese mes. Por su lado, la venezolana Conviasa pasó de tres frecuencias semanales en julio a seis en agosto.

Viva Aerobus también opera vuelos a la nación centroamericana desde Santa Clara, Camagüey y Holguín. Air Century comenzó a volar en agosto desde Holguín hasta Nicaragua con dos frecuencias semanales, haciendo escala en Santo Domingo. También vuelan a Nicaragua, con frecuencias variables, Aruba Airlines y Aeroméxico, esta última haciendo escala en Ciudad de México.

Un informe de Diálogo Interamericano citado por AFP aseguró que un promedio mensual de 50 vuelos chárter viajó desde La Habana a Managua entre enero y octubre de 2023, mientras que desde Puerto Príncipe, capital de Haití, estas operaciones subieron de 30 en agosto a 100 en septiembre y 130 en octubre, antes que el Gobierno local las suspendiera.

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El representante de la Unión Europea para los Derechos Humanos, Eamon Gilmore, hizo un llamado a favor de la liberación de los presos políticos en Cuba y también se reunió con familiares de opositores detenidos.

Al compartir una breve información sobre sus actividades en la Isla, el funcionario publicó en la red social X que en el diálogo sobre los derechos humanos con autoridades castristas trató temas como la libertad de expresión, reunión y asociación, así como el respeto a los derechos de la mujer y la igualdad de género.

El irlandés también planteó ante los representantes del gobierno comunista la importancia de los derechos sociales y económicos. En este encuentro también hablaron sobre el embargo de Estados Unidos a la Isla.

Para finalizar su publicación, el representante del bloque continental comentó que pidió la liberación de los cientos de cubanos detenidos por participar en las protestas masivas del 11 de julio de 2021.

Ese día, el gobierno de Miguel Díaz-Canel desató una brutal represión contra los miles de cubanos que salieron a las calles de las diferentes provincias para exigir el respeto a los derechos humanos, mayores libertades y un sistema democrático.

En otro post, Gilmore comentó que sostuvo encuentros con una amplia gama de actores de la sociedad civil de la Isla, entre ellos familiares de presos políticos. La periodista independiente Iliana Hernández reveló en Facebook con quiénes conversó este funcionario.

La opositora comentó que el europeo se reunió con la madre de Luis Robles, joven condenado a cinco años de prisión por protagonizar una manifestación pacífica en el bulevar de San Rafael, en La Habana. Él únicamente caminaba de forma tranquila y llevaba un cartel donde pedía la liberación del activista Denis Solís y el fin de la represión.

Asimismo, dialogó con la esposa Lázaro Yuri Valle Roca, condenado a la misma cantidad de años por la publicación de un video en YouTube, donde se observa la acción de un grupo de activistas de derechos humanos, quienes lanzaron cientos de papeletas en la calle de Zanja y Galeano en la capital cubana.

Gilmore también conversó con los padres de los hermanos Jorge y Nadir Perdomo, detenidos por participar en las protestas masivas del 11J en San José de las Lajas. Las autoridades comunistas castigaron a Jorge con ocho años de prisión y a Nadir con seis.

“Todos dieron testimonio de que en Cuba sí hay presos políticos y son torturados, también le pidieron que los visitara en prisión y lo comprobara con sus propios ojos”, comentó Hernández en su post.

La comunicadora también dijo que agentes de la Seguridad del Estado rodearon el lugar donde se realizaron estas conversaciones, a las cuales no se le dio acceso a la prensa, pese a encontrarse en la agenda del funcionario.

@ c8df6ae8:22293a06

"I knew this day would probably come, but didn't expect it so soon.

I am being investigated for running an illegal money transmission business in Canada (nodeless)."

— utxo

Today we woke up to the news that utxo is being forced to shut down his business nodeless.io.

Fortunately, utxo made the source code open source in anticipation of this event but that doesn't make the situation less shameless.

Canada is ramping up its efforts to ban any activity that could threaten the government of Prime Minister Trudeau.

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Nodeless.io is a legitimate, peaceful business

Nodeless.io hosts your own instance of BTCPay Server, the open source Bitcoin payment processing software so that you don't have to and it charges you a small fee for doing so.

Nodeless.io is as much of a money transmission business as Microsoft Azure, the cloud provider for Mastercard Cloud Point of Sale solution.

But nodeless.io operates with Bitcoin and Canada doesn't like that.

Let's take a look at the services offered by Nodeless.io.

Nodeless.io is making it easy for businesses, not-for-profits and content creators to get paid in Bitcoin. It is not nodeless.io who gets paid. Money goes automatically to the Bitcoin or Lightning wallet of the business and nodeless.io gets a cut for the services provided.

Everything that nodeless.io does, you can do yourself with the BTCPay Server software. Utxo just automated the process so that we don't all need to become BTCPay Server experts or IT experts. That is not a money transmission business, that is an IT business.

So why is the Canadian government doing this?

Canadian citizens kept the protests of the Canadian truckers going by funding them with Bitcoin once the government ordered the banks to freeze the trucker's money and Mr. Trudeau didn't like that.

The Canadian government of Prime Minister Trudeau sees Bitcoin as a threat to its authoritarian mandates.

What's next

Utxo's fight is everyone's fight. Nothing is free. So go and support nostr:npub1utx00neqgqln72j22kej3ux7803c2k986henvvha4thuwfkper4s7r50e8 with some Bitcoin.

Zap his profile or any of his posts.

Rights must be constantly defended. Otherwise evil will chip at them, little by little. You gotta fight for your right (to Bitcoin!).

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Notable notes

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Recommendations

Utxo

Obviously.

You can follow the account at nostr:npub1utx00neqgqln72j22kej3ux7803c2k986henvvha4thuwfkper4s7r50e8.

Stay tuned and contribute if / when utxo opens up a Geyser Fund for his legal fees.

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See you again next week! — Alejandro

This newsletter is for educational purposes. It does not represent financial advice. Do your own research before buying Bitcoin.

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For those interested in how government run healthcare works, could be worth looking at some stats on the largest government provider of care in Europe, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) and it's healthcare budget, with sources. ... In a country of circa 70 million people... ... Employs 1.2 Million people, making it one of the largest employers in the world. Politicians want to employ more staff..."More healthcare staff means better care for patients, which is why it’s fantastic to see a record number of over 1.2 million staff working hard in the NHS." www.gov.uk/government/news/record-numbers-of-staff-working-in-the-nhs ... Costs come in at £181.7 Billion per year. Almost 95% of this spending is on direct health treatment and staff . Since the 50's, budgets have increased by circa 3% per year in real terms on average. www.kingsfund.org.uk/projects/nhs-in-a-nutshell/nhs-budget ... Waiting Lists now top 7.8 million people. (England only). Highest ever. https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-7281/ ... There are over 16 million hospital admissions per year. https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/publications/statistical/hospital-admitted-patient-care-activity/2021-22 .... Recurring scandals involving mis-treatment of patients including newborns and the elderly. https://www.cityam.com/scandals-within-nhs-have-finally-made-us-question-angelic-halo-of-doctors/ https://www.bbc.com/news/health-44550913 ... Only 33% think the NHS is providing a good service, BUT 84% support the principle of healthcare being free at the point of use, paid for via taxation. https://www.health.org.uk/publications/long-reads/public-perceptions-of-the-nhs-a-winter-of-discontent ... I leave you to draw your own conclusions...!

(note: originally posted by author in a debate on Stacker News)

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Intro

When I first thought I might want to build an ASIC space heater I began searching for resources about the process. I found many blogs from companies about testing of different components and lots of other information from individuals dispersed across the web. I never found a resource that adequately answered all of my (basic) questions from point A to point B. I am compiling everything I found here along with my own opinions in hopes that it helps at least one other person. I will try to organize the sections clearly so you can jump around as needed.

A quick note: this guide focuses on the Bitmain Antminer S9, but I will throw in a few pointers or comments where I see differences or opportunities for experimentation with the S19, mainly around lessons learned about fan selection

A few examples of questions you will find an answer (not necessarily the only one) to in here: 1. Is this going to be profitable? Should I do this? 2. Which miner should I buy? 3. How should I modify the hardware for home use and how much will it cost? 4. How should I best use the software to heat my home? 5. How loud is it? 6. Can I control it remotely or connect it to my smart home?

Profitability

Is this going to be profitable

There are many reasons you might want to embark on this project. You may want a hands on project to learn about mining. You may want to use your waste energy to "mine your values" and effectively make non-waste miners less profitable (h/t Resistance Money) (nostr:npub1n3sjlzmhpu8rl56umtptc4lua6zkretq2p82yhytnmlcuq639vlqd0te5l and nostr:npub1yezu4atsdgchvlyjz5efwks8n7ze2rssq674qe04m5pp8e5y32tqfdawc7). You might want a way to get non-KYC bitcoin. Of course we would all be happy to make a profit. In all likelihood you are unlikely to make a profit if you are not considering your energy costs as a sunk cost. If you are then it may be a borderline proposition and will depend on many factors that will be different for everyone? 1. What type of heat are you replacing? Electric or gas? Which one costs more? 2. How often will you be running it? Can you make it quiet enough to run in a bedroom at night or will it only run for a small portion of the day? 3. How much does the ASIC cost and how efficient it it?

A note on profitability: each miner will have an advertised W and TH/s limit that you can use to estimate J/TH. For this project we are effectively assuming an electrical cost of 0 cents per kWH. With this info you can easily calculate the very rough pay off period for each miner at different hash prices. Further, if you know your electricity costs you actually estimate the break even hash price for each unit. If you are interested in maximizing the efficiency from your project from the get-go I recommend following nostr:npub1q4zl8v0cpeu0lv47msq2z0jpkr2q3wq5d4ukylxg9sx7t7rcz0uq5ftv7q and tracking some used miner specs/prices. Running some of these sensitivities made the current used S19 prices look very attractive as a heating solution. Maybe I will share a future post with this simple calculations, but if you want help in the meantime feel free to DM me.

Should I do this?

I can't answer this questions for you, but I can tell you that I live in Central Idaho and I expect to receive about $50-$80 USD in sats by the end if this winter. My final hardware cost of my build was about $225. My base case is that I will make even less next winter after the halving and with continued decreases in hash price (the dollar value received per hash). Of course, the long term profitability will also need to take into account the future price, which is unknown. If my earnings from this winter double after the halving then I will likely be in profit after 2 years.

For me, this is somewhat irrelevant as I didn't expect this to end up being profitable. I am happy to be learning about mining, getting some satoshis, and we now have a new small space heater that makes a great conversation piece. It has made me think more about stepping up the efficiency ladder to a larger rig like the S19 and attempt a larger heating overhaul, but I plan on re-evaluating that at the end of this winter.

Which miner should I buy?

The common advice across the internet is to buy a variant Bitmain S9 (with the APW3++ power supply) for some of the following reasons:

1. It is cheap, which is good since this isn't likely to be the most profitable venture (as I mentioned above)
2. At it's max it puts out a similar amount of power to a standard space heater at ~1000 to 1500 W
3. It runs on 120 V standard american outlets without you needing to do electrical work or buy extra hardware like the loki kit
4. You can install Braiins OS (comes pre-installed from some suppliers), which will autotune your hash boards for maximum efficiency and let you run the miner at a power target instead of a hash rate target

I purchased a Bitmain Antminer S9i with the power supply and cables for $102 dollars and the additional hardware will run me about another $100. After all the research I have done I would consider doing this same project with a used Bitmain S19J Pro 96T (~2,800 W) for about $900, which would mine more sats per W and heat a larger area of our home.

The S9 puts out a good amount of heat to heat a small bedroom or office, but it does struggle to keep the heat up in significantly larger areas even at higher power settings. If you want to heat a living area you might consider looking into a larger unit like a used S19 - I haven't done this but will provide a few of the things I've learned along the way that should translate or where it would be different.

The ability for the S9 to run on a standard outlet without extra work is great for this small project and Braiins has made the software side extremely easy. My machine consistently outperforms the Bitmain specs in terms of efficiency and the interface is easy to use. If you do choose to embark on an S19 project, make sure you look at Pivotal Pleb Tech's loki kit and their Njord Cloudline, which we will touch on in the fan section.

Using a Bitmain miner allows you to run Braiins OS. There are other autotuning software that may be easier to use, but it's worth noting that most software (including Braiins) will take a % cut as a development fee - Braiins waives that fee if you use their Braiins Pool (Slush Pool), which also has the added benefit of supporting Stratum V2.

Hardware Modifications

If you want to build a space heater it needs to be portable and not scream like a banshee. Those are the two minimum requirements. There are a few other things to consider, but the bulk of our discussion will be around the cooling options.

Note that the nostr:npub1lrjgpa9m2dl6esdah5pq7m005ymwh4glq4aet76q2zlz2f83esfsa2zvrj Space Heater Guide has some great information and pictures regarding connectivity and fan replacement. My final recommendation is slightly different than theirs, but I found myself using this PDF a lot during my research.

There are a few things you will need - they each have their own section below: - A wireless adapter to make your miner portable - A replacement fan for the power supply - Replacement fan(s) for the miner - A mechanism to attach the new miner fans - Other accessories

The Wireless Adapter

I was lucky and already had a wireless adapter sitting around that I was able to use for my space heater. Mine is a simple range extender I had lying around, and the CryptoCloaks guide has some additional recommendations.

I have not yet managed to consolidate my space heater to a single plug, but that is on the to-do list. I am surprised there is not more info on the topic... so if you have ideas please let me know.

The Power Supply (PSU) Fan

This is relatively straightforward. As CryptoCloaks recommends, I bought the Noctua NF-A6x25 FLX and an adapter (you can DIY this connection but I didn't try) for about $23 total ($15 fan and $8 adapter).

The PSU fan is loud for it's size so this is a no-brainer upgrade.

The Miner Fans

Here is where it is easy to become overwhelmed with options.

The first topic I want to address is the choice between using a single "inline" fan like the AC Infinity Cloudline S6 versus a traditional computer fan like the Noctua NF-A14 iPPC 3000 (140 mm). After doing research I don't think there is any denying that the Cloudline fans will more efficiently cool your miner at reasonable volumes. However, there are two major problems with this set up specifically for the S9 (spoiler: none of this holds true for an S19 build): 1. The fan itself is expensive. You will spend about $120 on this fan versus $60 total for the two Noctuas 2. If you want to use Braiins OS auto-tuning to it's full capability you need to purchase the Njord Cloudline and additional adapters to give fan control S9 (not needed for S19), which will set you back about $65

Given the low cost of the S9 the Noctua fans keep project costs within range of what most hobbyists will want to spend and I believe give the 80-90% solution for a much lower cost (~$60 vs ~$180 extra) before even discussing how the fans will be attached.

Attaching the Fans

I spent a lot of time exploring the endless options of fan combinations and potential attachments.

So that I don't bury the lede... you know what worked best for the 140 mm Noctuas? Zip-ties!

In my final build I have replaced these with bungee cords to make them look better, but this simple solution actually cooled more efficiently and produced a more quite result than using fancy adapters.

After a lot of reading I opted for the larger 140 mm Noctua fan, which is available up to 3,000 rpm as the Noctua NF-A14 iPPC 3000. This fan moves a lot of air and is extremely quiet at about 1,200 RPM. I tested the following configurations at 700 W (~9 TH/s). All configurations had the front faceplate removed from both sides of the miner to increase airflow:

• 2 fans attached with a zip-tie or a 36 inch bungee cord (~$65 total)
  • This was supposed to be a temporary configuration until I had adapters. The miner is able to run at 700 W, with each fan running at ~1,200 RPM and the fans sound normal
• 2 fans attached using CryptoCloaks 140 mm Fan Adapters V2 (~$80 total)
  • At 700 W each fan ran closer to ~1,400 RPM and the sound profile seemed different. I am unsure if this is caused by air rushing through small gaps in the adapter, by the restricted airflow through the miner, or by cavitation caused by having the two fans running in series with no gaps to let the the fan pull extra air if needed
• 1 fan attached using the adapter and pulling through the miner (~$40 total)
  • This had a more pleasant sound profile since it was just a single fan, but had to run at ~1,600 RPM, which was just a bit too loud compared to two fans at 1,200 RPM. This configuration performed very well closer to 1,000 W as the RPMs only went up slightly as the wattage increased. It wouldn't work for a bedroom, but would be fine as an office heater

The surprising result here is that the worst performer was attaching both fans with the specifically designed adapter. My best guess is that forcing the two fans to share the same airflow was creating extra vibrations that increased noise and required the fans to work harder to move air. I don't have another explanation at this stage.

Using a single fan with the adapter is an interesting option if you don't need the fan to be "bedroom" quiet. Given that the fans are often the most costly part of this build, dropping the cooling hardware costs to about $40 is fantastic.

Caveat: I obviously did not get to experiment with attaching an AC Infinity Cloudline fan since I didn't buy one, but I think it would be difficult to attach properly without a 3D printed shroud of some form. As stated above, I would consider the Cloudline for an S19 build at which point I would have less hesitation to spend $30-50 getting a proper shroud for a ~$1,000 heater.

Other Accessories

You might consider a few other things - below are some miscellaneous notes that might be helpful. - Fan filters - I tested using a coarse fan filter on the intake to block debris. This was cheap, but did add about 150-200 RPM at a given wattage. Given that I am going for a quiet build I opted to not use these filters. Having the fans attached via bungee cord makes it easy to open and clean the miner frequently. - Fan grills - I did buy a set of replacement 140 mm fan grills to protect the blades and anyone near the heater. I managed to shatter a Noctua fan blade when tightening a zip-tie near the fan so I highly recommend installing these as they don't disrupt the airflow at all and are relatively cheap. - A case - I have not yet invested in a case. Given what I now now about how these fans can be best attached I am tempted to build a very simple wood enclosure, but for now I simply have the PSU zip-tied to the bottom of the miner. It doesn't look the best, but given that I don't have a 3D printer, I am not ready to shell out $150+ for a case and am not even sure a case like the CryptoCloaks design would be conducive to my build that doesn't rely on adapters.

Software Settings

I personally found the "settings" section of the CryptoCloaks guide very confusing. I think these are likely generic settings that don't assume you have access to the Braiins software. Since this is an S9 guide for beginners I am going to assume you are using Braiins.

Braiins allows many configuration options and admittedly, some of the operations (like the auto-tuning) are not very well described. In short, you can either manually configure the settings for your boards and fans or you can tell Braiins some max temp settings and how much power you want to draw and it will decide the rest. I have had the most success relying exclusively on the auto-tuning and I run my target temperature slightly higher than the default (at 94 degrees C) so that the fans can work a little less making the device quieter.

Optionally, you can specify a maximum fan speed instead of a target temperature and Braiins will control the wattage to ensure that you don't surpass the hot temperatures. I am admittedly not sure how this works with the auto-tuning and have preferred to lock the target temperature and allowed the fan speed to fluctuate - generally the fan speeds stays quite stable once tuned for a given wattage.

A few general tips that I got hung up on and needed to research in no particular order: - Each power setting (wattage) must be auto-tuned separately - the profiles for each wattage are saved in the device memory and can be cleared, but it requires a command line interaction over SSH. It can take hours (on average for me 4-6) to tune a single wattage. I have tuned mine on every 100 between 600 and 1,200 W, though I typically operate in the 700 - 1,100 range. Sometimes the device will decide to adjust tuning on a setting. This can change the sound slightly when you don't want it, but it is typically less noticeable than the changes during the initial tuning process. - As far as I know there is no way to disable the LEDs on the control board - I will probably buy some liquid electrical tape to cover them. - There is no way to disable the fans running at 100% speed for a few seconds as soon as the miner is turned on. BitcoinTalk forums indicate that this is something related to the Miner BIOS and cannot be adjusted by software - I don't know how true that is. It makes turning it on or changing settings in the middle of the night difficult, but it is what it is. - Don't bother with the dynamic power scaling settings they are a rabbit hole that you should likely just avoid unless you know some use-case for it that I haven't found. - You should turn on immersion mode - all of your fans will still work the same, but it avoids some buggy behavior in Braiins that is common with non-stock fans. This manifests as the fans sometimes running at 100% when the device is turned on and the machine never starts hashing. Source

How loud is it?

Time for some data! There are a few different ways to track these data. I try to roughly get decibels using an iOS app, but the easier way to track is to see the trade-off between the stable RPMs at a given wattage using Braiins.

Below I provide RPM and decibel data for my optimal set up (2 Noctua 140 mm attached with a bungee cord) at various wattages from 700 to 1,100. My wife and I are comfortable running this set up in our bedroom at 700 watts at night and 1,000 - 1,100 during the day in our living room. 600 and 1,200 watts did not deliver very good results with Braiins auto-tuning and so I have kept the scope of this data within that range. A quick Google search suggests that a reasonable decibel level for a bedroom is 30-40 dB. You can immediately see why anything above 1,200 RPM per fan becomes a problem.

|TH/s|W|RPM per fan|approx. dB|J/TH|Expected Sats per hour*| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |9.02|700|1,140|39.7|77.61|82.68| |10.35|800|1,360|43.2|77.29|94.88| |11.6|900|1,440|44.5|77.59|106.33| |12.45|1,000|1,620|47|80.32|114.13| |13.42|1,100|1,760|49.6|81.97|123.02|

*estimation assumes a hash value of 220 Sats/TH/Day

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Another nostr user, nostr:npub10000000thpep7auj058803nqtymqlf3rw87lzhe6mkfeywnpxg5sjw7nql, provides another helpful comparison of his stock S9 running Braiins at 700 W. The stock fans are 120 mm and are firmly attached to the opening of the miner, unlike the zip-tie method. He reported higher RPMs and higher decibels than what I see with the zip-tied 140 mm fans as seen below:

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Clearly the Noctuas are doing their job!

Unfortunately, I don't have good decibel measurements on the 140 mm fans with the adapters, but given the higher RPMs and generally improved sound profile of the "premium" Noctuas over stock fans I would expect it to fall somewhere in between.

Remote Connectivity and Smart Home Integration

This is a bit of it's own rabbit hole, but I figured it's worth mentioning. Since this set up is independent of an HVAC system it is nice to have a way to control it from other devices.

Generally, I connect to the dashboard via the web interface from my phone but I also wanted to be able to track the data against temperature and heating data from the Nest that we already have in our home.

Through this ended up installing Home Assistant OS on a raspberry Pi I already had lying around. I was then able to connect the S9 using this HACS plug-in. I would say there is a significant learning curve to get this all running smoothly, but it provides fantastic access to data and home automations using presence or other device data without relying on a cloud provider. If I end up running a larger S19 system I will certainly use this to sync my Nest thermostat any cycle the miner on and off before kicking on the central air.

Conclusions

This has been a great personal project for me that started with a focus on learning about bitcoin mining and has morphed into a project that changes how I am looking at my home efficiency.

Below is the total cost of the parts included in my final build: - $102 Bitmain Antminer S9i from @kaboomracks - ~$25 WiFi adapter (I already had this) - $15 Noctua NF-A6x25 FLX - $8 PSU fan adapter (you only need one from this 2-pack) - $60 2 x Noctua NF-A14 iPPC 3000 - $7 140 mm fan grills - $3 bungee cord for a total cost of ~$225.

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My primary goal here was to compile my learnings in one place, but I think this process revealed a few key takeaways that I hadn't seen elsewhere: 1. If your goal is balancing cost and utility you should probably only consider the AC Infinity Cloudline fans if you are doing a larger S19 build since this fan and controller will likely add about $120 in cost for an S9 build. 2. If you want to go really cheap you can probably get away with a slightly louder, single Noctua fan, but you won't want to use it in a bedroom. This will shave about $25-$35 off the cost depending on whether or not you buy the adapter 3. Noctua fans without a specialized plastic adapter reduces cost and increases performance (same power, less sound).

@ 26d6a946:c34c98f1

Present day society is fucked. It’s obvious and frustrating. For a long time, I viewed technology as detrimental to the population’s psyche. I formed the perspective that society is beyond saving and had no optimism for the future. Cancel culture, dirty politics, and human beings stepping over one another for the “upper-hand”. I, the “normie”, met and married my soul mate, the “pleb” and a lot of my misconceptions and hypocrisies were revealed. So, any good pleb knows what to do with a normie; slowly and consistently prescribe pills of the orange and purple varieties. The purple pill was a lot smoother going down than the orange one. I have never viewed “fiat” as effective, fair, nor worth pursuing. I subscribe to a greater spiritual law that goes something like, “you can’t keep what you have without giving it away”. It sounds a lot like anti-HODL propaganda and for a long time I believed the two were mutually exclusive. I vaguely understand inflation and how bitcoin can solve the issues associated with fiat’s deterioration. I was simply unable to comprehend how one individual’s wealth preservation through stacking would help anyone else. My time on Nostr and my conversations with other plebs has illumed the sentiment that HODLing is not an act of greed at all, but a sacrifice and a leap of faith into a new system that is inclusive and honest. It’s an example of putting your “money” where your morals are and refusing to subscribe to an oppressive regime. In my country, the government waives fiat in your face like a carat on a stick to ensure and maintain control.

Nostr is proof of societal work in my opinion. My first day on Nostr was perplexing to say the least. There’s exponential intelligence and proficiency amongst their users; therefore, a lot of unintelligible jargon regarding technology, blockchain, and development. My first normie thought was, “I have none of these skills. What on earth can I say that matters here?” I experienced this immature anxiety about posting anything that could be mistaken as idiotic, until I did. What I perceived to be an ignorant message was received with excitement and sound guidance. The Nostr community has proven a sincere desire to grow and benefit each other without expectations of return. I have witnessed several exchanges that may have been misconstrued or “canceled” through other platforms. On nostr, the users take time to educate and forgive in lieu of the public shaming conducted everywhere else. Where I live, when someone commits a crime, they are shunned and thrown in a penitentiary to rot until they are potentially paroled or acquitted. Upon their release, they are typically thrown right back into the same mess where they began, usually without any support or coping mechanisms. I see no value in shaming or judging my fellow man. I believe that we all have the propensity to improve one another through leading by example and sharing what we have learned with unconditional regard. This is what I have witnessed first-hand since joining Nostr. It is almost a utopian society I have always wanted, but could never imagine coming to fruition given what I thought was human nature. Oh boy am I glad I was wrong. Without any lows, there would be no highs. Without my negative experiences within society, I would not be able to thoroughly appreciate the importance of Nostr. Without fiat and shitcoins, I would not be able to understand bitcoin’s greater significance and purpose. So, I am declaring it here first: I have officially been purple and orange pilled.

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Introduction:

My favorite Robocop movie has to be the original one that came out in 1987. It was a blend of a dystopic vision of the future, extreme to the point of comedic violence, funny one liners, satire and deep questions about the nature of man and machine. Robocop, in its 2014 remake, offers a more contemporary glimpse into a dystopian future where technology and corporations hold immense power, raising profound questions about ethics, identity, and the consequences of unchecked technological advancement. The movie was set in 2028, which at this point is less than 5 years away and the world imagined in the movie appears to be closer than we think in many ways. In this post, we will explore ten key themes from Robocop and draw parallels to the potential positive impact of Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr on our lives, envisioning a future where technology can act as a catalyst for societal improvement, facilitating greater human flourishing, instead of a techno-dystopia.

Ethical Use of Technology:

Robocop raises concerns about the ethical use of technology, especially in law enforcement. Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr, as decentralized protocols, have the potential to create more transparent (with privacy), accountable, and ethical financial systems. By reducing the influence of centralized authorities, these technologies can contribute to a more just, free and equitable society. Bitcoin at the base of this technology stack is ethical money, as Michael Saylor says:

"Bitcoin is a bank in cyberspace, run by incorruptible software, offering a global, affordable, simple, & secure savings account to billions of people that don't have the option or desire to run their own hedge fund."

Corporate Influence and Autonomy:

The film portrays corporations with unchecked power, influencing governmental decisions and exploiting technology for their gain. We see this today in the conversation around AI, with huge companies competing for market share while at the same time asking the government to regulate (not to “protect” humanity, but rather to close the door to competition). Before AI, there was and still is “Big Tech” where you are the product and everything you do is tracked and analyzed “for your convenience.” Bitcoin and Lightning Network's decentralized nature, along with Nostr's privacy features, counteract the concentration of power with Big Tech and could facilitate a decentralization of open source AI, allowing the average person to have access to these tools without having to use large permissioned systems. These permissionless technologies empower individuals, fostering economic independence and limiting the potential for corporations and governments to dominate our lives.

Identity and Autonomy:

Robocop's central theme revolves around the loss of human identity due to cybernetic enhancements, and yet despite how invasive the technology is, the human spirit finds a way to fight through. Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr prioritize freedom, autonomy and privacy, which are core to human flourishing. These technologies enable individuals to have control over their money, freedom of speech and privacy. By taking more personal responsibility with this tech, we can build stronger and more resilient individuals, families and communities allowing the human spirit to triumph using technology as a tool, rather than an oppressor.

Surveillance and Privacy:

The pervasive surveillance depicted in Robocop is a stark reminder of the potential dangers of unchecked surveillance. Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr incorporate privacy-centric features that protect users from unwarranted surveillance. In addition, use of these tools increases individual awareness of the importance of privacy, prompting further research into how to achieve this in a digital connected world. This fosters a society where privacy is respected, and individuals are not constantly under the watchful eye of powerful entities.

Resource Allocation and Economic Equality:

Robocop highlights economic disparities, with the wealthy benefiting from advanced technologies while the majority suffer. This is a recurring theme today, with ever increasing wealth disparity.

Here’s a quote from a recent Federal Reserve report:

https://www.stlouisfed.org/institute-for-economic-equity/the-state-of-us-wealth-inequality

Key Takeaways

For the second quarter of 2023 (through June 30):

How much wealth inequality is there in the U.S.?

The top 10% of households by wealth had $7.0 million on average. As a group, they held 69% of total household wealth.

The bottom 50% of households by wealth had $51,000 on average. As a group, they held only 2.5% of total household wealth.

Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr can contribute to economic equality by providing financial services to anyone who wishes to use it. This includes the unbanked, reducing transaction costs, and democratizing access to global financial markets. Bitcoin “levels the playing field” by giving access to anyone who is willing to learn about it and has the potential to generate significant wealth over time due to its scarcity and continued trend of global adoption.

Corruption and Transparency:

The film portrays a corrupt system where powerful entities manipulate the system for their gain. In the end, RoboCop is able to overcome his corporate programming to bring justice, with a little help from the Chairman of the Board (see “You’re Fired” clip below). Corruption is a hallmark of the fiat monetary system. Bitcoin and Lightning Network introduce transparency (with privacy) by recording transactions on a public ledger (Bitcoin) and facilitating fast, cheap, private off-chain payments (Lightning). Nostr, with its privacy features, strikes a balance by allowing selective transparency, empowering individuals to decide when and with whom they share their information. Creators can post content anonymously and cannot be silenced or “cancelled” on a decentralized protocol, as is the case with centralized mainstream social media applications. If one relay drops their content, there are many other relays that can be used instead (including running your own). If you don’t like what someone is posting, you don’t have to follow them. This is the essence of freedom of speech. In addition, by empowering people, these technologies reduce the power of corrupt, centralized governmental and corporate entities.

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Community Empowerment:

Robocop underscores the importance of community engagement and collective action and also gives some hope that once the people “wake up” and become vocal, governments will act in the correct way to protect privacy and freedom. We are beginning to see people beginning to wake up and vote for big changes recently in elections in Argentina and the Netherlands. Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr can facilitate financial cooperation and empowerment at the community level through a grass roots, bottom up movement. Projects built on these platforms can provide access to financial services, loans, and investment opportunities, fostering community-driven economic growth.

Security and Robustness:

The film highlights the vulnerability of a society overly dependent on technology and manipulation of the population through fear. Bitcoin's decentralized and distributed nature, coupled with the security features of Lightning Network and Nostr, can contribute to a more robust and resilient financial infrastructure, less susceptible to single points of failure or malicious attacks. Knowing how to use this tech also gives the average person a sense of hope and security in clown world, which can counteract the constant propaganda of fear (war, disease, crime / violence, polarization, etc.) put forth by governments / corporations and reinforced by the mainstream media.

Human-Machine Integration:

Robocop explores the challenges of integrating human and machine elements. While the film portrays the negative consequences, the technologies in question can be harnessed positively. Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr (and also AI in combination with these) can be seen as tools that augment human capabilities in managing finances and improving productivity, fostering a symbiotic relationship rather than a dystopian struggle for control.

Global Connectivity:

The movie portrays a world interconnected by technology, for better or worse. Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr exemplify the positive potential of global connectivity peer-to-peer, allowing for seamless and instant cross-border transactions among individuals without the need for permission from banks and other intermediaries. This interconnectedness can contribute to a more globalized yet decentralized financial ecosystem, fostering collaboration and understanding among diverse communities. Indeed, this has the potential to foster a greater sense of global community as a foundation for lasting peace as I discussed in a recent post here:

https://bitcoinfortress.substack.com/p/bitcoin-a-path-to-world-peace-and

Conclusion:

In envisioning a future shaped by the positive potential of Bitcoin, Lightning Network, and Nostr, we can draw inspiration from the cautionary tales presented in Robocop. By embracing the ethical use of technology, promoting autonomy and privacy, and prioritizing economic equality, these decentralized technologies have the potential to pave the way for a future that is both technologically advanced and socially harmonious. Through careful implementation and collective responsibility, we can ensure that our journey towards a decentralized future avoids the pitfalls of dystopia and instead leads to a more equitable and empowered society.

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Not financial or legal advice, for entertainment only, do your own homework.  I hope you find this post useful as you chart your personal financial course and Build a Bitcoin Fortress in 2023.    

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My first zig program Hello, nostr!, getting relay info from relay.damus.io. Took me 2 nights LOL.

```rust const std = @import("std"); const Client = @import("std").http.Client;

pub fn main() !void { var client = Client{ .allocator = std.heap.page_allocator };

const url = "https://relay.damus.io"; var option = std.http.Client.FetchOptions{ .location = std.http.Client.FetchOptions.Location{ .url = url }, }; try option.headers.append("Accept", "application/nostr+json"); const res = try client.fetch(std.heap.page_allocator, option);

const status = res.status; const body = res.body;

std.debug.print("Status code: {}\n", .{status}); std.debug.print("Status code: {?s}\n", .{body}); } Output:bash ➜ zig run main.zig Status code: http.Status.ok Status code: {"contact":"jb55@jb55.com","description":"Damus strfry relay","name":"damus.io ","pubkey":"32e1827635450ebb3c5a7d12c1f8e7b2b514439ac10a67eef3d9fd9c5c68e245","software":"git+https://github.com/hoytech/strfry.git","supported_nips":[1,2,4,9,11,12,16,20,22,28,33,40],"version":"0.9.6-7-g7196547"} ```

Why?

If nostr a fundation for free(dom) software and society? If yes, as long as we are still running on platforms that centralized entities controls, we are not truly there.

The web, is mostly just Chrome and some Safari. It's a nice way to bootstrap our ecosystem. But, to be truly free, we need to build our very own application runtime / end user platform.

Going native/ system programming language is key.

There is Gossip, the native application written in Rust. But that's pretty much it.

We need strong system level programming / system software in nostr. Maybe not me, but we need it.

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Par rapport à ma présentation du B-Only 2023 (https://b-only.org/index.php/speakers/), une distribution spatiale analogue à celles des systèmes numériques distribués à faible coût d'entrée (noeuds Bitcoin, noeuds Monero, noeuds Tor, imprimante 3D et Fablabs) serait celle de l'industrialisation. Dans la pratique elle est assez proche de celle du protestantisme mais prend en compte une centralisation dans le bassin parisien (jacobinisme...) et un développement de la Bretagne (les transports et communications modernes l'excluent moins j'imagine).

Sources :

https://tools.rino.io/network/ https://coveragemap.net/heatmap/ https://carto.rfflabs.fr/#search https://lewebpedagogique.com/sevfromet/3e-g2-les-espaces-productifs-francais/ Le musée du desert, Cévennes

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Bitcoin community, I have a question. Is Bitcoin effectively fungible? Or is it possible to mark some units, and does that harm fungibility?

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Comunidad de Bitcoin, tengo una pregunta. ¿Es el Bitcoin efectivamente fungible? ¿O es posible marcar algunas unidades, y eso perjudica la fungibilidad?

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Communauté Bitcoin, j'ai une question. Le Bitcoin est-il effectivement fongible? Ou est-il possible de marquer certaines unités, et cela nuit-il à la fongibilité?

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Chef's notes

Beef and Broccol.

Quick and easy meal.

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 15
• 🍳 Cook time: 15
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1/3 up oyster sauce
• 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1/3 cup sherry
• 1tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp white sugar
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 3/4 pound beef round steak, cut into /8 in. thick strips
• 3 tbs avocado oil
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

1. whisk liquids together with cornstarch and sugar until sugar is disolved.
2. Heat avocado oil inwok ober mediuhigh heat, stri in ginger and garlic for 1 minute. then remove and discard. stir in broccoli and toss and stir in the hot oil until bright green and almost tender, 5-7 minutes. Remove broccoli from the wok and set aside.
3. Pour a little more oil into the wok if needed and stir and toss the beef with the marinade until the sauce forms a layer of glaze on the beef, and the meat is no longer pink. about 5 minutes. Return the cooked broccoli into the wok, and sir until he meat and broccoli are heated through, about 3 minutes.

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Un grupo de madres cubanas, con hijos pacientes de enfermedades graves, se manifestó frente a las oficinas del Ministerio de Salud Pública de La Habana para exigir a las autoridades comunistas una solución inmediata a sus respectivos casos.

Acompañadas por la activista Diasniurka Salcedo Verdecia, estas mujeres, además de exigir la correcta atención médica para sus hijos, también solicitaron visas humanitarias para trasladarlos a otro país, en caso de que el sistema de salud pública de la Isla no pueda atenderlos.

Un funcionario del Ministerio las interceptó en la entrada y les prometió que las atendería sin darles más detalles. Publicaciones en redes sociales del activista Magdiel Jorge Castro y la periodista Mónica Baro Sánchez muestran a las mujeres decidas a no moverse hasta ser tomadas en cuenta.

Además, exigen la liberación de las mujeres que han sido detenidas recientemente por alzar sus voces en busca de atención médica para sus hijos. “Me cansé de que tantas madres me comuniquen la situación de sus hijos y no sean debidamente atendidas, no nos vamos a mover hasta que seamos atendidas, y que las madres que acaban de detener sean liberadas y vengan con nosotros, a reclamar el derecho a una atención”, dijo Salcedo Verdecia.

Este hecho es parte de las diferentes manifestaciones que han realizado madres cubanas en los últimos meses a causa de temas diversos. Las más recientes ocurrieron en Maisí, Guantánamo, y en La Habana, donde mujeres con sus hijos protestaron por falta de agua potable. En ambos casos fueron intimidadas por agentes de la Seguridad del Estado y horas después recibieron agua mediante camiones cisternas.

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Según diferentes reportes en redes sociales, un joven cubano, identificado como Luis Yerandi, de 20 años, fue víctima de un ataque mortal a las afueras de la casa de la Música de Galiano. Este incidente se suma a otros hechos similares que han levantado preocupaciones sobre el creciente nivel de violencia en La Habana.

El fatal acontecimiento tuvo lugar durante un altercado fuera del popular lugar de celebraciones. Según la cuenta de Facebook Reinier Abel Williams Noticias, el muchacho perdió la vida a causa de una puñalada.

“Para los que piensan que estas cosas pasan por estar en el ambiente, no les quito razón porque en ocasiones es así, pero la realidad es que La Habana se está convirtiendo en un salvaje oeste”, agregó el internauta.

Asimismo, añadió: “yo vivo en la calle Monte y casi a diario se escuchan gritos en pleno día por ajustes de cuenta y arrebatos, en ocasiones he salido corriendo porque mis hijos están afuera y le he pasado por arriba a la sangre de otros, los que son de la zona saben que no miento”.

El cibernauta también lamentó que ante ese tipo de hechos no se vea patrullando a los agentes de la Policía Nacional Revolucionaria (PNR). “Ya ningún horario es bueno para salir a la calle, que Dios nos proteja”, comentó Reinier Abel al recordar la publicación de una madre cubana sobre la violencia en la Isla.

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Table Of Content

• ZeroSync's Vision for Bitcoin

• The Privacy Advantage

• ZeroSync's Journey and Support

• Bitcoin's Resistance to Change

• The Future: Bitcoin Simplicity

• Conclusion

• FAQ

A Swiss non-profit, ZeroSync, is at the forefront of a groundbreaking initiative, working on the world's first zero-knowledge light client for Bitcoin. This significant advancement is aimed at integrating zero-knowledge proofs into the most valuable cryptocurrency network.

ZeroSync's Vision for Bitcoin

ZeroSync's verifier for Bitcoin's block headers paves the way for the creation of a zk proof-based light client. This is a monumental step in their vision of permissionless innovation, as explained by project lead Robin Linus. The immediate application of such a light client could be to operate a Bitcoin full node on devices as compact as mobile phones. Furthermore, ZeroSync envisions a second-layer protocol over Bitcoin that can introduce tokens, like stablecoins, to the Bitcoin network. This would also lead to a substantial increase in throughput, up to 20 to 50 times, without necessitating any forks.

The Privacy Advantage

One of the standout features of this solution is its ability to process around 100 transactions on the base layer. Additionally, it offers unparalleled privacy. Transactions can be encrypted, both in terms of amounts and transaction graphs, providing privacy levels on par with cryptocurrencies like Zcash. Interestingly, this privacy feature is a natural outcome of the protocol's utilization of STARKs, a proving system developed by StarkWare, rather than an intentional design element.

ZeroSync's Journey and Support

ZeroSync's endeavors have garnered support in the form of grants from Geometry Research in 2022 and StarkWare more recently. Their pioneering work marks the first attempt to employ StarkWare's Cairo programming language outside the Ethereum ecosystem. While a soft fork would be essential for the trustless bitcoin bridging on the envisioned layer-2 network, the network can still support features like token transfers where transaction fees are paid in stablecoins, eliminating the need for Bitcoin.

Bitcoin's Resistance to Change

Bitcoin's design inherently resists change, demanding consensus from Core developers and almost unanimous agreement from full node operators, including miners. The last soft fork, Taproot, which took place in 2021, was years in the making and was only activated after over 90% of node operators gave their approval. Linus emphasizes the importance of some changes, especially the integration of a zk proof verifier on Bitcoin. ZeroSync aims to play a pivotal role in determining the most viable approach and actively participates in the community to drive this vision forward.

The Future: Bitcoin Simplicity

Zero-knowledge proof technology is still nascent, with various proof systems available, each with its own set of trade-offs. Reaching a consensus on a single system is challenging. However, Linus anticipates that the Simplicity programming language, introduced by Blockstream about half a decade ago, might offer a solution. Described as "Bitcoin's last soft fork," Simplicity could significantly enhance Bitcoin's scripting capabilities. The adoption of Simplicity would provide zk proof teams with the flexibility to choose their preferred proof system, eliminating debates over which verifier to activate.

Conclusion

The advancements spearheaded by ZeroSync have the potential to usher in a new era for the Bitcoin network. By integrating zero-knowledge proofs, Bitcoin can achieve heightened levels of privacy and security, ensuring that transaction details remain confidential while still being verifiable. This not only enhances user trust but also positions Bitcoin as a more versatile and adaptable cryptocurrency. Furthermore, the potential adoption of the Simplicity programming language could be a game-changer. It promises to amplify Bitcoin's scripting capabilities, paving the way for more sophisticated applications and functionalities on the network.

FAQ

What is ZeroSync? ZeroSync is a Swiss non-profit working on the world's first zero-knowledge light client for Bitcoin.

What are zero-knowledge proofs? Zero-knowledge proofs are cryptographic methods that allow one party to prove to another that a statement is true without revealing any specific information about the statement itself.

How can ZeroSync benefit Bitcoin? ZeroSync aims to introduce a zk proof-based light client, enabling operations like running a Bitcoin full node on mobile devices and increasing transaction throughput without requiring forks.

What is the significance of STARKs in ZeroSync's protocol? STARKs, developed by StarkWare, are used in ZeroSync's protocol, providing enhanced transaction privacy as a natural outcome.

What is the Simplicity programming language? Introduced by Blockstream, Simplicity is a smart contract language that could significantly enhance Bitcoin's scripting capabilities, potentially being the last soft fork for Bitcoin.

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ความสุขทางโลก ลัทธิสุขนิยมยกย่อง แต่ลัทธิทรมานตนประณาม หากไม่มองว่ากามสุขเป็นพรจากพระผู้เป็นเจ้า คนก็มักมองว่ากามสุขเป็นเครื่องลวงล่อของซาตาน ในเรื่องนี้พระพุทธศาสนาเลือกเดินสายกลาง โดยสอนว่าเราควรทำความเข้าใจกามสุขให้แจ่มแจ้ง ทั้งในแง่เสน่ห์เย้ายวน ข้อจำกัดและข้อบกพร่องทั้งหลาย

เพื่อให้เข้าใจกามสุขอย่างแจ่มแจ้ง เราอาจตั้งคำถามดังนี้: กามสุขสนองตอบความต้องการทางจิตใจแบบใดได้บ้าง และไม่อาจตอบสนองความต้องการแบบใดได้ เพราะเหตุใด

ความต้องการในส่วนที่กามสุขไม่อาจตอบสนองได้ เราควรปฏิบัติอย่างไร

เราหลงเพลิดเพลินและยึดติดในกามสุขมากเพียงใด และกามสุขมีอิทธิพลเหนือจิตใจเราเพียงใด

เราเคยทำหรือพูดสิ่งที่ไม่ถูกต้องเนื่องด้วยปรารถนาในกามสุขหรือไม่

เราเคยเบียดเบียนผู้อื่นเนื่องด้วยปรารถนาในกามสุขหรือไม่

บ่อยครั้งเพียงใดที่สุขทางโลกสร้างความผิดหวังให้เรา

ความคาดหวังมีผลกระทบอย่างไรต่อความสุขทางโลก การทำอะไรซ้ำๆ และความเคยชินส่งผลต่อความสุขทางโลกอย่างไร

เรารู้สึกอย่างไร ยามไม่ได้กามสุขที่เราปรารถนา

กามสุขมีความเกี่ยวข้องกับความซึมเศร้าหรือไม่ กับความวิตกกังวลด้วยหรือไม่

เรารู้สึกอย่างไร เมื่อนึกถึงอนาคตว่า จะต้องพลัดพรากจากสุขทางโลก เนื่องด้วยความเจ็บไข้ ความแก่ และความตาย

การพลัดพรากจากความสุขทางโลกรู้สึกอย่างไรบ้าง

เราตั้งคำถามได้มากมาย และยังตั้งคำถามได้มากไปกว่านี้
หลักสำคัญ คือ ยิ่งเห็นชัดแจ้งในกามสุข เราจะยิ่งเกิดปัญญาและเข้าถึงความสงบมากขึ้น

ธรรมะคำสอน โดย พระอาจารย์ชยสาโร แปลถอดความ โดย ปิยสีโลภิกขุ

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Like for sharing in a #zapathon or something.

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In the second part of the first chapter of St. Bonaventure's The Journey of the Mind to God, the Seraphic Doctor sets us on the first rung of the ladder to God by adjuring us to look around us at the material world. He describes the material world as a mirror which shows forth God, calling to mind St. Paul's words: "We see now through a glass in a dark manner, but then face to face" (1 Corinthians 13:12).

The Tools

By Bonaventure's account, our minds have three faculties that enable us to discern God's power, wisdom, and goodness from His traces in the material world. These faculties are intellect, faith, and reason.

Intellect

The intellect speculates on material things as they are. As we encounter things in themselves, we begin by observing them with the senses, and from these observations we distinguish, measure, and discern the causes and ends of things.

Faith

Faith is the faculty that concerns things in their habitual course, and its activity is belief. By faith, the mind grasps the pattern of the ongoing activity of things, and where such activity fits in the arc of the universe as a whole. Faith fulfilled believes that the world had its beginning in God, and will find its end in Him. It sees and follows the progression of the moral law, beginning with the law of nature, proceeding to the law of Scripture, and culminating in the law of grace. It is by faith that we can believe in the internal consistency of reality.

Reason

The faculty of the reason finds its activity in investigation. By reason, the mind extrapolates to truths beyond what is immediately accessible to the senses. For instance, the mind can recognize that some things are purely material, that some things are part material and part spiritual, and, by extension, conclude that some purely spiritual things must exist.

All things that exist have seven characteristics, and by investigation, the mind can reason from each of these characteristics to the existence of a transcendent God. The first of these characteristics is origin; all things have causes, and all that exists must have an ultimate first origin and final cause.

Next are vastness and multitude, wherein the mind can perceive that things in their size, quantity, power, and greatness are beyond human reckoning. Vastness and multitude point to a transcendent power that encompasses all things.

The fourth quality is beauty. In beauty, the reason recognizes the various perfections of material things, and discerns the necessity of a most perfect being.

The next two qualities, fullness and operation, deal with the forms of things, their potencies, and the goodness of their activities. In God, the reason identifies that something must exist which has complete fullness—that is, in which all the forms of things are found, and in which all potency is realized in pure activity. The activities, or operations, of things, insofar as they are good, all point to an ultimate goodness.

Finally, the reason can perceive order. One of the core assumptions of Bonaventure—and indeed of the whole Western tradition—is that the material world is inherently ordered, and that this order is readily accessible to the investigations of reason. If that which exists is ordered, then it follows that there must be a thing which is first, highest, mightiest, wisest, and best.

Reflections

The key axiom of this section of the book is that the material world is inherently meaningful. If it were not, then all the activity of the mind that Bonaventure outlines would be nothing more than an elaborate self-deception.

The attention Bonaventure gives to reason and its investigative power is significant. It is by reason that we first ascend from what we perceive to what must exist, but is not accessible to the senses. Our minds are always striving to make this ascent, even when we are not explicitly seeking God. For instance, when we see the sun rise each morning, the intellect probes this observation of the senses, and discerns the pattern in the sun's rising. Seeing this pattern in the past, faith extends this pattern to hold that the sun must have risen every day before we noticed it, and that it will continue to do so into the future. Investigating this pattern further, the reason can discern the order and motion of the sun and the planets that orbit around it, even though that motion is not directly accessible to the senses.

Bonaventure's understanding of these faculties of the mind indicate that the perceived opposition between faith and science is a false dichotomy. All scientific activity makes use of these three faculties of the soul that probe the material world: intellect, faith, and reason. God is certainly no less reasonable than the world itself, so if we can use these faculties to grasp the material world, we can certainly use them to come to know God.

Finally, Bonaventure's discussion on vastness and multitude is an interesting point of overlap with everyday experiences of transcendence. Many people experience a sense of awe at the vastness of the ocean, the eons of deep time, or the innumerable stars of the night sky. Such an awe is perfectly reasonable, according to Bonaventure, and it should point our understanding toward the existence of a being that encompasses all of this vastness and multitude within itself.

Conclusion

St. Bonaventure concludes this chapter by admonishing his readers to be attentive to God's traces in the material world. Blindness to these truths, and certainly willful blindness, is, in his view, the height of foolishness. Borrowing from Psalm 91, he warns us that "the universe shall war...against the foolhardy" (ellipsis in original). The wise person, he says, rejoices at the perceptible works of God in the material world, and uses these traces of the divine as a starting point on the mind's ascent towards its true source and end.

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Old Happy: "I'm not in control of my life."
New Happy: "I am responsible for the choices I make in life."

It happens to everyone: you get stuck in your daily routines, you feel like nothing will ever change for the better, you believe that you're destined to stay right where you are. You say things to yourself, like:
“There’s nothing I can do.” “It will always be this way.”
“There’s no path forward.”

When you feel this sense of helplessness, there is one trick that you can use to break out of it: make one different choice.

Could you...

• Drive or walk a different route to work?

• Make something new for breakfast?

• Do a few stretches when you get out of bed?

• Tell someone how much you appreciate them?

• Visit that place you've always been meaning to go?

• Treat yourself with kindness in a difficult moment?

• Let go of an expectation?

• Send an email to someone you admire?

• Ask for help?

• Be open and honest about how you really feel?

• Call someone you have lost touch with?

Do something weird. Do something funny. Do something surprising. Do something you've never done. Do it the opposite of the way you usually would. Whatever you do, just do something different.

These choices might seem small. But they have a power well beyond their size: they prove to you, definitively, that you do have agency. You do have some control here. You are not helpless, you do not have to stay stuck, and you are in charge of you. Even the smallest of choices can open you up to wonderful new possibilities.

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Is it possible?

@ d6dc9554:d0593a0c

Shitposting is a form of online communication that involves posting low-quality content, often humorous or satirical. The term originated in the mid-2000s and has gained popularity on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Characteristics of shitposting:

• Incoherent or nonsensical content
• Use of memes and cultural references
• Provocation and dark humor

Why do people shitpost ?

• For fun
• To provoke or annoy
• To criticize or satirize

Is shitposting positive or negative?

Shitposting is a form of communication that can be used for positive or negative purposes. On the one hand, shitposting can be a form of fun and creativity. On the other hand, shitposting can be used to spread misinformation, incite hatred, or cause psychological harm.

Conclusion

Shitposting is a form of communication that is becoming increasingly common on the internet. It is important to be aware of the characteristics and potential objectives of shitposting in order to assess its relevance and impact.

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• 在一份聲明中，公司表示："對於我們在美國的現有用戶，請放心，您可以完全訪問您的比特幣資金。您可以輕鬆提款並將其轉移到另一個錢包。"

「Wallet of Satoshi」是一家位於澳大利亞的保管型、封閉源碼的比特幣和閃電錢包及服務提供商。儘管該錢包因其易於使用和無摩擦的入門體驗而聞名，但由於某些原因，公司不得不決定停止在美國的服務。

• 在聲明中，公司表示："這個決定並非輕率之舉。我們對在全球提供安全、用戶友好和合規平台的承諾堅不動搖。我們的首要任務是保護客戶和公司的安全和利益。"

• 儘管這對美國的用戶來說可能是令人失望的消息，但公司表示希望未來的發展可能允許他們重新考慮並可能在美國恢復營運。

• Kevin Rooke的數據顯示，「Wallet of Satoshi」目前正以驚人的速度處理超過110萬次閃電支付，這反映了該平台在閃電網絡支付領域的卓越表現。

nostr note

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So i read the article online about #zapvertising but I'm not quite sure how this works.

I send a LN payment for say 10,000 sats with a custom memo like "Please share my link https://example.com" -- then what? What if they never see it?

Do they have to accept the payment first or am I just randomly shooting memos at people hoping they read them and spending a lot of sats in the process.

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Todos los que hemos utilizado Bitcoin alguna vez sabemos lo básico sobre una wallet y de la importancia de la frase de recupero (las 12 o 24 palabras). Esa frase de recupero es única para toda la wallet. También somos conscientes de que las direcciones no deben ser reutilizadas para proteger nuestra privacidad, entonces nuestra wallet genera virtualmente infinitas direcciones. Ahora bien, ¿cómo es eso posible teniendo sólo una única frase de recupero? ¿Acaso hay algo más, además de dicha frase, que determina dónde están nuestros bitcoins?

Aquí es donde entran las wallets HD (hierarchical deterministic = jerárquicas determinísticas) y los “derivation paths” (caminos de derivación). Dicho esto, no hay mejor momento que este para tomar nuestra pala e irnos a enterrar riquezas.

Enterrando nuestra riqueza

Supongamos que tenés un tesoro que querés resguardar y se te ocurre la genial idea de enterrarlo (lo hacían los piratas, por qué vos no?). Lo primero que hacés es buscar un terreno muy MUY grande, elegís una ubicación lo más aleatoria posible, tomás la pala, cavás el pozo, y enterrás el tesoro. Por último, y muy importante, te anotás las coordenadas de dicha ubicación (llave privada) para volver luego por tu riqueza cuando la necesites.

Supongamos ahora que pasa el tiempo y seguís generando riquezas que querés proteger. Siguiendo tu idea original volvés al mismo terreno a cavar mas pozos, enterrar más tesoros y anotar más coordenadas. Si esto se repite varias veces más llegará un momento en el que guardar tantas coordenadas resultará incómodo para llevar un correcto registro, y riesgoso ya que si perdés una de ellas perdés un tesoro.

Con la pala en mano, sentado sobre un pozo, y mirando el horizonte se te ocurre una genial idea. Podrías sólo anotar la coordenada de un único punto arbitrario y diferente a los demás dentro de ese terreno (llave privada maestra), en donde no vas a enterrar nada. Pero hacés que todos los pozos, donde sí enterrarás tesoros, se ubiquen de forma relativa al punto inicial de una manera específica (camino de derivación). De esta forma llegarías a cualquier pozo partiendo de esa ubicación original. Por ejemplo: “los tesoros estarán ubicados en intervalos de 10 pasos hacia el norte desde el punto origen”. Incluso podrías definir ciertos recorridos fijos y complejos dependiendo el tesoro. Por ejemplo: “caminando hacia el norte, cada 10 pasos, pozos con oro; caminando hacia el este, cada 5 pasos, joyas; y para regalos misceláneos irás con intervalos de 4 pasos al oeste, pero cada vez que caves caminarás 2 más al sur (es decir, como si formases una letra L)”.

Todo este mecanismo parece complejo a primera vista, pero tiene una ventaja fundamental y es que los recorridos no tienen que guardarse de manera secreta ya que sin la coordenada origen nadie podrá encontrar el tesoro. Gracias a esta particularidad podríamos definir patrones de recorrido que sean públicos y todos compartamos, e incluso convertirlos en un estándar global (BIP44 o BIP86). En otras palabras, los caminos para llegar a cada pozo serán de público conocimiento y podrán estar anotados en múltiples lugares, mientras que las coordenadas de partida serán secretas de cada individuo.

Para repasar, tenemos presente que para encontrar el tesoro necesitamos la coordenada original y el recorrido de pasos. Física y visualmente podríamos pensarlo como una hoja transparente donde están dibujados los recorridos, y otra hoja con un mapa (secreto) que marque el punto origen. Ambos superpuestos darán la información necesaria (wallet HD) para encontrar todos los tesoros enterrados. Ambos son necesarios, pero sólo uno de ellos necesita ser secreto.

Cambiando la pala por criptografía

En Bitcoin, esta idea de tener una llave privada maestra (el punto de origen) y luego diferentes caminos de derivación fue introducida en el BIP 32. Explicado en términos (muy) simples podemos partir de que nuestra llave privada maestra no es más que un número, y lo que hace este mecanismo es realizar operaciones matemáticas sobre ese número para obtener nuevos números: las llaves hijas.

En la práctica, una situación habitual que genera pánico en aquellas personas que comienzan en Bitcoin se da cuando restauran una wallet utilizando la frase de recupero y la wallet no muestra su balance. El terror de ver “0 BTC” en lugar de sus ahorros detiene el tiempo durante unos segundos. Sin embargo, un poco más de atención sobre la situación revelaría que no sólo se muestra un balance en 0, sino que tampoco se muestra ninguna de las transacciones realizadas previamente. Es decir, es como si estuviésemos mirando otra wallet. Lo que sucede en estos casos es que, si bien la frase de recupero y por ende la llave privada maestra (coordenada original) se restauró correctamente, la wallet en cuestión utiliza otro derivation path, otro camino. Entonces, por más que partimos desde el mismo punto a caminar, estamos caminando para el lugar equivocado para encontrar el tesoro. Esto se debe a que, si bien existen estándares de derivation paths, no todas las wallets los respetan al 100%. Esta web detalla los diferentes caminos utilizadas por cada una de las diferentes wallets conocidas que existen en el mercado, y así evitar situaciones desagradables: https://walletsrecovery.org

Existen más particularidades no cubiertas por la analogía, como que en este esquema también se hace presente una llave pública maestra que puede tener derivaciones y así generar múltiples direcciones (y monitorearlas) pero sin tener acceso a las llaves privadas de cada una para mover los fondos asociados. Aparece también el concepto de “hardened” (fortalecido o endurecido), que hace referencia a sub-llaves derivadas de las principales ajustando el algoritmo para evitar filtración de datos sensibles y que un atacante pueda reconstruir nuestra llave privada maestra. Todos estos detalles están explicados en el BIP para quien le interese.

Epílogo

En Bitcoin, una llave privada maestra sería el equivalente a elegir una coordenada origen cualquiera en todo el planeta (incluyendo agua)… de entre más de 900000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 planetas Tierra. Podemos estar tranquilos que la coordenada que elijamos seguramente no sea elegida por otra persona.

Links útiles

• https://walletsrecovery.org Wallets Recovery — Derivation paths por wallet
• https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/blob/master/bip-0032.mediawiki BIP32 — “Hierarchical Deterministic Wallets”
• https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/blob/master/bip-0044.mediawiki BIP44 — “Multi-Account Hierarchy for Deterministic Wallets”
• https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/blob/master/bip-0086.mediawiki BIP86 — “Key Derivation for Single Key P2TR Outputs”

Este artículo está inspirado en un hilo de Twitter que hice en 2021: https://twitter.com/diegogurpegui/status/1408931266616041475