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** I published this article on 3/26/2020. I'm back in Puerto now and just re-read this to fire myself up for some potential tubes. Now, I want it to live on Nostr.

“When in doubt, don’t go out” is a well-known aphorism among surfers. I think it’s bs. Let me explain.

**I speak from my experiences as a regular surfer and with my close group of regular surfers in mind.

In surfing, there’s a comfort zone, an adrenaline zone, an aw crap zone (doubt), and a hell no zone.

Comfort zone —It is in this place where it is safe and fun to try new maneuvers. The heart rate is low and the stoke rate high.

Adrenaline zone- This is personally my favorite zone. The surf is big or good enough to get the heart rate up and the juices flowing. Each movement matters and this is where some of the best surfing goes down.

Aw crap zone — This is the land of the I don’t know, the doubt. It’s always damn near impossible to sleep before an aw crap day of surfing. This is the place where limits are tested. Maybe you’re surfing in a new place with new risks such as shallow reef, a difficult takeoff, or it’s just huge. This aw crap zone will test and define your limits.

Hell no zone — When you know, you know. This is beyond doubt. You’re totally satisfied (yet still curious) from watching from afar. Maybe one day!

These zones are bound to change as the surfer progresses. One day there may be no “hell no zone” as the surf master has pushed his or her limits to the extreme.

Pushing

Pros are only as good as their home breaks. NOT. Tell that to Kelly Slater and the Hopgood brothers who grew up surfing Florida slop. Although, perhaps their garbage wave situation lit a fire underneath them which inspired them to seek out better waves and progress rapidly. Anyways, a surfer grows up surfing their home breaks often. Some people grow up on the North Shore or in Tahiti, others grow up in Huntington. A surfer’s perspective on waves and danger is influenced by their exposure.

I finally got bored with myself surfing my home waves. Sure, there were days that were outside of my comfort zone and epic, but it was time to go find waves that I had only seen in videos. I decided to pack my backpack and head to those famed Indonesian reefs that I’ve mind surfed for hours, but always had the question mark in my head as to whether or not I could conquer them.

Surfing over shallow reef is something that I was not used to and it terrified me, but I also knew that every surfer does it including five-year-olds so I had to send it. I escaped the first mission unscathed and with some of the best waves in my life.

In order to find those best waves of my life, I had to enter the ‘aw crap zone’. The I don’t know land. The unknown. When in doubt, I went out.

And Now I’m Here

I blew this wave, but wow pretty.

Current forecast looks like it will be right at my edge.. again. We'll see.

I’m surfing the famous Playa Zicatela every day with the whole world shut down due to Co-Vid19. I’ve always been curious to know what it’s like to be inside massive barrels, so I’m slowly making it happen. This is a battle that I chose. I’m learning how to sleep with surf anxiety. The first couple of nights were rough, but I’m starting to accept it now.

This very morning inspired this article. I got up, went to the roof, and checked out the waves. It looked pretty mellow despite the fact that I knew there was a lot of swell in the water. I just thought, eh, maybe it’s not big like it was forecasted. I got in the water, took my first wave, wiped out, but whatever. I’ve been here for a week and I still wipeout on just about every first wave. But, I quickly found out that this was not the real set. The next set was enormous, and it sent adrenaline shrieking through my spine and filled my brain with the aw craps. The questioning of my life and why I’m out here quickly followed. Am I good enough for this? (maybe). Could I survive a wipeout that size?(probably). Is my board right for this? (definitely not). The second wave I took was bigger and I pulled the eject cord and jumped from what felt like the top of a cliff all the way to the bottom and got creamed (my perspective). After a couple of flips, I popped up the back laughing and was ready for another. I survived, therefore, I can keep pushing.

Not gonna lie, surfing almost feels like work lately. Almost every day here is just about in my personal aw crap zone.

However, it’s worth it for me. This is a journey that I deem worthy of my time. It does it for me. It’s those little moments inside the barrel and gosh-dang-golly hopefully soon getting shot out of the barrel that keep me stoked and looking forward to tomorrow. It’s proving to myself that I can do things I didn’t know for sure were possible.

The Process to Progress

Progression sometimes feels like a snail crawling up Mt. Everest. But when you zoom out, those incremental small improvements compound over time. Each wipeout is a little victory. Each wave that is ridden is a little victory. Your brain is learning from every experience that you choose to give it. Confidence slowly builds as we continue to learn from the masters and even develop our own style. Next thing you know you’re drinking a beer in a barrel that can kill a normal man like Mr. Slater did here.

Freakin Goat

Stagnation leads to burnout, depression, and boredom (Not scientific facts but I’m right I know it). 

The great danger is that we give in to feelings of boredom, impatience, fear, and confusion. We stop observing and learning. The process comes to a halt. — Farnam Street Blog 

I’ve seen a few buddies give up surfing or digress. It happened to me while I was focusing on baseball. It’s sad because surfing is fun and the better you get the more fun it is. It’s even more fun with a core group of guys who are at a similar level pushing each other. It can get boring if you don’t push yourself, and it gets scary real quick if you aren’t in surf shape.

“Whenever we learn a skill, we frequently reach a point of frustration — what we are learning seems beyond our capabilities. Giving in to these feelings, we unconsciously quit on ourselves before we actually give up.” FS Blog

Progression takes effort. Effort takes a conscious decision to expend your limited energy. It’s the only way to get gains in whatever game you are playing. Also, progression takes humility.

I got the pleasure of surfing Kelly Slater’s Wave Ranch. I knew I was going to have fun, but the night before I was damn nervous. Why? Well, I knew there’d be cameras and that I didn't want to blow it. I’d be surfing with pros and I was going to look horrible compared to them. Sure enough, the one right the camera got, I blew. Oh well. No 30-second barrels for the boys. Life moves on.

Full vid here https://vimeo.com/367128298

Can't wait to go back here one day

You’re bound to fail, especially when you take risks. If you’re a prideful person, the setbacks will be greater. It’s how you deal with the failure that determines if you will become a master.

So if in doubt, go out. Your hell no zone is going to start to shrink. This applies any skill that you are sharpening. You’re only going to get the big clients if you go after them, a piano player will improve by practicing harder songs, a black belt gains nothing from fighting a white belt, etc.

Pick your battles wisely. Then…SEND IT, SURVIVE, LEARN, APPLY, REPEAT.

10/19 - Even though I'm a much more experienced surfer now, I'm still terrified. On my way to go get a board now and get ready for some swell! I'm on my honeymoon, so we'll see how hard I push. I have quite a few more responsibilities now then I did back in Covid times... But if in doubt, I will go out. PV.

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Details

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• 2 packets Stevia
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• Green Sprinkles
• 1 Crushed Peppermint Candy
• 2 Mint Leaves

Directions

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Güneşin kaybolmasının üçüncü günü, saat öğlen on ikiyi yirmi geçiyordu. Trenin kalkmasına yaklaşık iki saat vardı. Hepimiz perondaydık. Valizlerimiz, kolilerimiz, renk renk ve biçimsiz çantalarımızla yan yana dizilmiş, kısa aralıklarla tepemizdeki devasa saati kontrol ediyorduk.

Ama ne kadar dik bakarsak bakalım zaman bir türlü istediğimiz hızla ilerlemiyordu. Herkes birkaç dakika sürmesi gereken alelade bir doğa olayına sıkışıp kalmış, karanlıktan sürünerek çıkmayı deniyordu.

Bekleme salonuna doğru döndüm. Nefesimden çıkan buharın arkasında, kalın taş duvarları ve camlarıyla morg kadar güvenli ve soğuk duruyordu. Cesetleri o yüzden bunun gibi yerlere taşımaya başlamışlardı. Demek insanların bütün iyiliği başkaları onları gördüğü içindi ki gündüzleri gecelerden daha karanlık olduğunda hemen birbirlerinin gırtlağına çökmüş, böğürlerinde delikler açmış, gözlerini oyup kafataslarını parçalamışlardı.

İstasyonun ışığı titrediğinde karanlığın enseme saplandığını hissettim. Eğer şimdi, böyle kalabalık bir yerde elektrik kesilse başımıza ne gelirdi?

İçerideki askerlerden biri bakışlarımı yakalayınca yeniden saate odaklanmış gibi yaptım. Sadece birkaç dakika geçmişti.

“Tarlalarım gitti. Böyle boyum kadar ayçiçeği doluydu. Ah, hepsi ölüp gidiyor. Afitap’ın çiçekleri de gi-”

“Dayı, Allah’ını seversen sus. Hepimizi yakacaksın şimdi.”

Karanlıkta durduğunda, görünmez olmayı istemeye başlıyordun. Kimse seni görmemeli, nefesini bile duymamalıydı. Kimsenin de ayağının altında dolaşmamalıydın; gelip kazayla sana çarpmamalılar, takılıp sendelememeliydiler. Yoksa aslında hedefi sen olmadığın bir öfke gürlemeye başlar, yaşadığın ilk şoku ve acıyı silerek üstünden geçerdi.

İlk konuşan, yaşlıca bir adam, kafasında kasketi, nasırlı ellerine hohluyordu. Gözleri ve burnu kızarmıştı. Güneşin kaybolması onun için kendi başına bir felaket değildi. Hayatına olan pratik yansımalarından korkuyordu olsa olsa. Bir anının kaybolması, bu yüzden çoktan kaybettiği birinin biraz daha eksilmesi. Hayatta kalmasını gerektiren sebepler azalırken, hayatta kalmasını sağlayacak kaynaklarını da kaybediyordu.

Onu susturan delikanlıysa atkısını bütün kafasına sarmış, sakalı ve yüzünün derinliklerine kaçmış gözleri dışında bedeninin bütün parçalarını gizlemeye çalışıyordu. İşte o, güneşin kaybolmasının tam olarak ne anlama geldiğini anlamamış olsa bile, dehşetini olduğu gibi hissedebilenlerdendi.

Güneşin onlardan alındıktan sonra kime verileceğini sormuyorlardı. En başta onlara verildiğinde de hiçbir soru sormamışlardı zaten.

İki saat ne zaman geçer?

Midemin üstünde, sağ tarafıma doğru keskin bir acı hissettim. Karaciğerim. Gözlerimi yumdum. Yanımda biri metal bir nesneyi yere bıraktı. Bir kafesti. İçerisindeki kartalın ıslak kokusu burnuma ulaşmadan önce bile biliyordum bunu.

“Yeniden mi?” diye sordu bana kartal. Kanatları kanlı. Zamanın her bir parçası tüylerinin üstüne çöreklenmişti. Gagası bir şey, tahminen et parçası geveliyor gibi hareket ediyordu. Eski anılar kolay unutulmazmış. Şu anda kafesinin kalın parmaklıklarının ardında olsa da bunun bir aldatmaca olduğunu bir tek ben biliyordum. Her an kanatlarını iki yana uzatıverebilir, hava bu hareketiyle dalgalanarak kafesi esneterek hepimizi içine alacak kadar genişleyebilir, parmaklıklar önce ayaklarımızın altına serilir gibi gözükebilir ama aslında hepimizin üstünde yükselerek tepemize çökebilirdi.

Aşağıya baktım. Tahtalarla zapt edilmiş, hiçbir yere gidemeyen ama her yere uzanan tren rayları. Atlayıp koşsam… Çantam çok ağırdı. Daha birkaç adım atamadan, kartal, suratını bedenime gömerdi.

“Bu sefer farklı,” diye yanıtladım onu. “Yeniden diyemezsin. Tekrarladığım bir şey değil bu. Hatta bir hata yapıyormuşum gibi tonlayamazsın da. Bu sefer, insanların hak etmediğini biliyorum.”

“O zaman daha vahim. Süzme salaksın demektir.”

“İnsanların hak etmemesi, insanlığın hak etmediği anlamına gelmez ki.”

Az önce göz göze geldiğim genççe ama çökük asker hâlâ bana bakıyordu. Bir kartalla konuştuğumu anlamamıştı şüphesiz. Yanımdakilerden biriyle konuştuğumu sanmış olmalıydı. Ama konuştuğum kişiye bakmıyordum ona göre. Çekingence kafamı eğmiştim. Bir kez daha göz göze geldiğimizde içerideki diğer iki askere bir şeyler söyledi, onlar dönüp beni süzerken dışarı çıktı.

Yanımızdaki, az önce konuşan iki adam da şaşkınlıkla bir bana bir kartala bakıyordu.

“Yalnız bu sefer kalbin de kırılacak, Prometheus,” dedi kartal, bana. “Belki son olur. Biliyorsun, bir sürü soruna neden oluyor bu yaptıkların.”

Beni koruyordu sözde. En çok kanıma dokunan buydu. Kasıklarımın üstüne oturmuş, kanlı suratının ardında gözleri parlarken attığı çığlık kulaklarımda titremeye devam ediyordu. Bu tabloda kimsenin kimseyi düşündüğü yoktu. Kartalın, yanımızdaki adamların, artık arkama kadar gelmiş olması gereken askerin, tren raylarının, geçmeyen saatlerin…

Arkamı döndüğümde, asker sahiden oradaydı. Zaten öyle olması gerekiyordu; görmüştüm bunu, biliyordum. Kehanetler… Bir şeyler söylüyordu ama ağzı oynarken sesi çıkmıyordu. Yavaşlamış, kendisini saatin akışına uydurmuştu. Havada donan tükürüğünden anlaşılıyordu, sinirliydi. Korktuğu için olduğunu biliyordum. Her seferinde korkmuşlardı. Beni unutmuş olmaları işlerini kolaylaştırmıyordu. Sadece yeni bir isim vermelerine neden oluyordu. Bu seferkiyle beni lanetleyecekleri kesinleşmişti.

Olması gerekenle olanların farklı olması ne kadar acınasıydı. Olması gerekenlerin doğasının kötücül olmasıysa bir yerde buna dayanıyordu.

“Salaksın,” dedi kartal bana. Zamanı aşan bir çığlık. Hepimizin önüne geçmişti ama kimseyi durduramıyordu.

Sonsuzluğa kaç tane iki saat sıkıştırabilirsiniz?

Ben bir tane bile sıkıştıramadım.

Çantama uzanıyordum. Asker de sırtındaki tüfeğini indiriyordu. Benim acelem yoktu, onunsa eli ayağı birbirine dolaşıyordu. Oysaki her şey tam olması gerektiği anda olacaktı. Kehanet başkasının parmaklarının ucundaydı.

Güneş, bir tüfeğin patlamasıyla yeryüzüne doğdu.

Rayların üzerine serilmiş göğsümün ortasından, bir çantanın içinden.

Not: Bu öykü ilk olarak 2021 yılında Esrarengiz Hikâyeler'de yayımlanmıştır.

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Kendisini aynada ilk defa gördüğü o gün, diğerleri gibi olduğunu anlamıştı. Oysaki her insan biricik olmalıydı. Sözgelimi sinirlendiğinde bir kaşı diğerinden birkaç milimetre daha az çatılabilirdi veya sevindiğinde dudağı ona has bir açıyla dalgalanabilirdi. Hatta bunların hiçbiri mümkün değilse, en azından, gözlerinin içinde sadece onun sahip olabileceği bir ışık parlayabilirdi. Çok sıradan, öyle sıradan ki kimsenin fark etmediği o milyonlarca minik şeyden herhangi biri. Ne olursa.

Ama yansımasına bakarken bunların hiçbirini bulamadı ve diğer günlerden hiç de farklı başlamamış o gün, işe gitmek için vagonunun gelmesini beklediği alelade bir metro istasyonunda, içinde kaybolduğu illüzyon dağılmaya başladı.

İlk önce derisi döküldü. Tam olarak dökülmedi aslında, daha çok kıvılcımlara dönüşüp bedeninden fırlamış ve bir an sonra sönerek külleşmiş, havada dağılmıştı. Ardında da, kaybolmadan hemen önce, kısa süre için hayal meyal görülebilen, bir ruhun yok oluşuna ağıt yakan rengârenk peri cesetleri bırakmıştı. Beklenenin aksine, havaya toz kokusu yayıldı.

Dehşete düştü elbette. Dehşete düştüler. Panikle üstlerini yırtan 50 işçi. Her şeyin sebebiyse o vagon.

Saçları da döküldü. Her tel, yere varmadan önce, her santimde ikiye ayrıla ayrıla yok oldu.

Bütün yüzeylerin mat olduğu, hiçbir şeyin yansımadığı, suyun siyah aktığı ve kendine ancak kameralarla bakabildiğin bir dünyada, vagonun içine yerleştirilmiş bir aynadan ilk defa kendini görmek.

Gözlerinin akları buharlaşıp havada dağıldı, mercekleri boşalan yeri doldurmak için eriyip yayıldı. Gerçeği görmemek için yaratılmış, bu yüzden görmeye hazır olmayan ve hiç olmayacak gözler.

Her şeyin o anda sona erdiğini sanabilirdi insan. Derin bir karanlık ve ölüm. Görmenin görmek olduğu o anın bitişi.

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Ben geldiğimde ölmüşlerdi.

Yani bozulmuşlardı demek istiyorum.

Belleklerini yeni taşıyıcılara takmam mümkün olmadı. Fiziksel olarak kusursuz durumdaydılar, olmayanları da tamir edebilirdim ama tüm o hengamede kendilerini baştan programlamış ve girdilerini modifiye etmişlerdi.

Belleklerden birini masanın üzerinden ileriye savurdu. Hınca hınç dolu bir barda oturuyorlardı. O ve arkadaşı.

Sırf şu kendisini insan sanan androidler travma geçirip delirmesin diye neler yapıyoruz, insanın aklı almıyor.

Eliyle arkasını işaret etti.

Polislerin söylediğine göre biri vagonun içerisine ayna yerleştirmiş. Bu zavallılar da kapı açılıp bir anda yansımalarını görünce kafayı kırmışlar.

Arkadaşı bunların ona ne hissettirdiğini sordu. Yani o kadar bozuk, insan olduğunu sanan androidi kendilerini parçalamış olarak yerde görmek onu sarsmamış mıydı?

Hayır, sonuçta belirli bir amaç için yaratılmış şeyler onlar. Kaliteli bir bilgisayarım bozulduğunda üzülürüm çünkü parasını ben vermişimdir. Bunlarsa devletin. Bana ne ki?

Arkadaşı anlayışla kafasını sallayıp suyundan bir yudum aldı. Kravatını biraz gevşetti.

Bira istemediğinden emin misin?

İstemediğini söyledi. Sahi, neden deliriyordu bu androidler?

Basit. Onların yapay zekâlarını kodlarken bir şeyler yazıyorlar. Yazılımcılar. Biliyorsun, ben donanımdayım. Bunlar da kendilerini insan sanıyorlar. Tiplerine bak.

Sesini alçalttı.

Arabalarda kaza testi yapılan mankenlere benziyor hepsi. Ağızları burunları bile yok ama şu geldiğimizden beri sakalını düzeltip duruyor mesela. Hayır, hepsi de diğerleri onun sakalı varmış sanıyor, o manyak bir şey.

Arkadaşı bunun delirmeleriyle bağlantısını çözemediğini söyledi. O da normal sesiyle konuşmaya devam etti.

Anlasana, aynayı falan ayırt edemiyor mercekleri. Lönk diye kendilerini görüyorlar. Böyle, olduğu gibi...

Nedenmiş peki? Ne gerek varmış?

Ne bileyim be abicim! Ahiret soruları gibi.

Birasına bakarak dalıp gitti. Sonra masaya abanarak arkadaşına iyice yaklaştı. Bulanık, bir tünelin ucundaki biri gibi, şekli şemalı belirsiz bir adam.

Ben seni nereden tanıyorum ki ulan? Kimsin sen?

Belleği makineden çıkardılar. İki kişiydiler. Soruşturmadan sorumlu memurlar.

─ Baştan mı başlıyoruz, diye sordu belleği elinde tutan ilk memur.

─ Bir kere daha deneyelim ama bu sefer direkt aynayı sorarak başla, diye cevapladı ikinci memur.

─ Bence de. Yeterince düzgün çalışıyor.

Simülasyon yüklenirken, ayakta, biraz arkada duran ve alnını kaşıyan ikinci memur sormaktan kendisini alamadı:

─ Bu androidleri niye böyle bir olay yerine göndermişler ki? Belli tost olacakları. İsraf. Gidip biz baksak aynayı kırıp delilleri mahvetmek zorunda da kalmazlar.

Diğer memur sandalyesinde hafifçe dönecek oldu, o sırada soruyu bilgisayarın hoparlöründen teknisyen cevapladı.

Hangi işimizde bir yamukluk yok ki be abi.

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Ama bir son değildi. Üstlerindeki tüm illüzyon dağıldığında ve çıplak, cinsiyetsiz, birbirinin aynı bedenleriyle kaldıklarında sıra dünyaya gelmişti.

Yere düştüler. Elleri -bütün bedeni gibi siyah turmalinden, boğumları çelikten- yere değdiği anda, metronun zemini dağıldı.

Yerdeki karolar öncesinde beyazdı ve çok parlaktı. Tepelerindeki floresan, ışığını olduğu gibi yansıtıyor, tek bir lekenin olmadığı ve tek bir tozun uçmadığı istasyonu aydınlatıyorlardı.

Duvarlara duyurular asılmıştı. Örneğin, yarın akşam kültür merkezinde 20.00’da başlayacak bir tekno blues festivalinin cıvıl cıvıl afişi vardı. Onun yanında daha geniş, sarı puntolu harflerle yazılmış, yatay siyah kesiklerle çerçevesi çizilmiş, bir platformdan düşen çöp adamın bulunduğu “Dikkat! Sarı bandı geçmeyin!” uyarısı. Biraz ilerisinde günlük resmi gazete, onun ilerisinde bir aksiyon filminin ve başka bir romantik komedi filminin afişleri, yapılacakların ve yapılmayacakların söylendiği küçük puntolu çeşitli duyurular... Duvar uzayıp giden bir panoydu. On, on beş metrede bir tekrarlanıyordu.

Tüm istasyonun eni yüz metre kadar. Genişliği on metre civarı.

Önlerinde, açık kapısından o mendebur aynanın gözüktüğü vagon duruyordu. Metro, istasyona sığmayacak kadar uzundu. Bir kılıcın keskinliğiyle uzanıyor ama yer yer vagonların ek yerleriyle bölünüyordu.

Hiçbir vagonda pencere olmadığı için metronun içi, içlerindekiler meçhuldü.

Sonrasında karolar zerrelerine ayrılarak yükseldi. Floresanın ışığında her yeri toza boğdular ve ortalığı gri bir sisin altına gömdüler. Çok kısa bir an. Afişleri dalgalandırmadılar. Dalgalandırmaya vakitleri olmadı. Yerlerinden söküp aldılar en fazla. Işık birkaç kere sönüp yanarak direndi. Son kez söndüğünde bir daha geri gelmedi.

Yine de etraf aydınlıktı. Kırmızı, her yere eşit dağılan soluk bir ışıkla.

Yer tamamen tele dönüşmüştü. Altında çapraz hatlarla desteklenmiş demir bir iskelet. Işık birkaç metreden daha fazla aşağıya uzanamıyordu. Sonsuzluğa giden bir uçurum.

Duvarın yerini aynı teller ve demir iskelet almıştı. Arkasında, birbirine vidalarla tutturulmuş demir plakalardan oluşan, üstünden geçen boruların ek yerlerinden bazen ince buharların çıktığı ve bir süre asılı kaldıktan sonra ağır, yağlı bir havayla sürüklendiği bir koridor.

Diğer tarafta paslanmış, pencerelerindeki camlar kırıldığı için demir plakalarla kapatılmış külüstür bir metro. Kapının karşısındaki aynadan her şey olduğu gibi yansıyordu.

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Bir konteynırın içini andıran bir evde, gerçi gayet de birbirine eklenmiş konteynırlardan oluşan bir şehirde “andıran” demek doğru olmayacağı için düpedüz bir konteynırın içinde, masaya mum görüntüsü vermek için koyulmuş, yarı katı yağ atıklarından şekillendirilmiş kütleleri yakmayı deniyordu. Kafasında hayvan kıllarından yapılmış grili siyahlı bir peruk. Aynı kıllardan kendisine gür bir bıyık da yapmıştı.

Üstünde mavi çöp poşetlerinden yapılmış, kravatlı, şık bir takım.

Masanın ayakları yerine oradan buradan çıkmış parçalar konulmuştu: bir arabanın şaft mili, üst üste konulmuş ve üstünde yazı okunamayan tenekeler, boş kitaplar, boş gazete balyaları... Hiçbir şeye yazı yazılmıyordu, gerek yoktu da zaten çünkü merkez veri bankası onları fark ettirmeden, merceklerden giren veriyi sentezleyerek insanlar için dolduruyordu. Yani, androidler için. Farklı şekilde isimlendirmek bir fark yaratacaksa.

Onların mercekleri için değil. Bağlantıları çok önceden kopmuştu.

─ Hayatım, sofra hazır, diye bağırdı yatak odasındaki karısına.

Sofrada tabak yerine düz, bardak yerine bükülmüş, çatal ve bıçak yerine sivriltilmiş plakalar.

Karısı salonun kapısında durakladı ve ancak kulaklarına kadar uzanan, kocasınınkine benzeyen, cansız, ölü hayvanların kıllarından ibaret peruğunu eliyle düzeltti. Dudağını, daha doğrusu dudağının olması gereken yeri koyu kırmızı bir yağ tabakasıyla renklendirmeyi denemişti. Biraz da yanaklarına sürmüştü.

─ Nasıl olmuş, diye sordu.

Sesi tek düzeydi ama hafif bir neşe olduğunu hissettiğinize yemin edebilirdiniz.

Üzerinde, çöp poşetlerinin içini yazısız gazete kağıtlarıyla doldurarak yaptığı iki parça giysi.

─ Çok güzelsin, diyerek kravatını düzeltti kocası.

─ Sen de öylesin, sevgilim.

Yaklaşıp kocasını öptü. Kocası da onu. Sonra nazikçe elinden tutarak, sandalyesini geriye çekerek oturmasına yardım etti.

Sofrada yemek niyetine hiçbir şey yoktu. Gerek de yoktu zaten.

Konteynırın kapısı gürültüyle tekmelenip içeri iki memur girene kadar birbirlerine öyküler anlattılar. O gün neler yaptıklarını. İşten erken çıkıp yemyeşil çimenlerde gezdiklerini, uçurtma uçurduklarını, kadının nasıl o elbiseyi bulmak için saatlerce gezip yorulduğunu, kocasının kısa süreliğine işe dönüp nasıl başarılı bir hamleyle yaşanan krizi çözdüğünü ve kadının yanına döndükten sonra, alışveriş merkezinde oturdukları yeni dondurmacının dondurmalarının ne kadar lezzetli olduğunu, boğazlarının ağrımasından korktuklarını...

Akşam film izleyebilirlerdi, televizyonda -boş ve mat bir plaka- güzel bir film oynayacaktı.

İki memur. Çıplak bedenleriyle birbirinin aynı. Ellerindeki silahları onlara doğrultmuşlardı. Mum ışığında, tertemiz bir örtünün serili olduğu masada, bardaklarında şaraplarla oturan ve henüz sofranın ortasındaki hindiye dokunmamış çifti gördüklerinde bocaladılar.

Hiç de androidlere bilinçli olarak zarar verebilecek gibi gözükmüyorlardı.

─ Sessiz kalma hakkına sahipsiniz, diye bağırdı içeri giren ikinci memur. Söylediğiniz her şey...

Cümlesini bitiremedi. Yatak odasındaki, masanın üzerinden gördüğü o şey, onunla aynı hareketleri yapan android, yoksa, bir aynadaki yansıması mıydı?

Bütün illüzyon o anda dağılmaya başladı.

Not: Bu öykü ilk olarak 2020 yılında Esrarengiz Hikâyeler'de yayımlanmıştır.

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Embarking on the journey of operating your own Lightning node on the Bitcoin Layer 2 network is more than just a tech-savvy endeavor; it's a step into a realm of financial autonomy and cutting-edge innovation. By running a node, you become a vital part of a revolutionary movement that's reshaping how we think about money and digital transactions. This role not only offers a unique perspective on blockchain technology but also places you at the heart of a community dedicated to decentralization and network resilience. Beyond the technicalities, it's about embracing a new era of digital finance, where you contribute directly to the network's security, efficiency, and growth, all while gaining personal satisfaction and potentially lucrative rewards.

In essence, running your own Lightning node is a powerful way to engage with the forefront of blockchain technology, assert financial independence, and contribute to a more decentralized and efficient Bitcoin network. It's an adventure that offers both personal and communal benefits, from gaining in-depth tech knowledge to earning a place in the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency.

Running your own Lightning node for the Bitcoin Layer 2 network can be an empowering and beneficial endeavor. Here are 10 reasons why you might consider taking on this task:

1. Direct Contribution to Decentralization: Operating a node is a direct action towards decentralizing the Bitcoin network, crucial for its security and resistance to control or censorship by any single entity.

2. Financial Autonomy: Owning a node gives you complete control over your financial transactions on the network, free from reliance on third-party services, which can be subject to fees, restrictions, or outages.

3. Advanced Network Participation: As a node operator, you're not just a passive participant but an active player in shaping the network, influencing its efficiency and scalability through direct involvement.

4. Potential for Higher Revenue: With strategic management and optimal channel funding, your node can become a preferred route for transactions, potentially increasing the routing fees you can earn.

5. Cutting-Edge Technological Engagement: Running a node puts you at the forefront of blockchain and bitcoin technology, offering insights into future developments and innovations.

6. Strengthened Network Security: Each new node adds to the robustness of the Bitcoin network, making it more resilient against attacks and failures, thus contributing to the overall security of the ecosystem.

7. Personalized Fee Structures: You have the flexibility to set your own fee policies, which can balance earning potential with the service you provide to the network.

8. Empowerment Through Knowledge: The process of setting up and managing a node provides deep learning opportunities, empowering you with knowledge that can be applied in various areas of blockchain and fintech.

9. Boosting Transaction Capacity: By running a node, you help to increase the overall capacity of the Lightning Network, enabling more transactions to be processed quickly and at lower costs.

10. Community Leadership and Reputation: As an active node operator, you gain recognition within the Bitcoin community, which can lead to collaborative opportunities and a position of thought leadership in the space.

These reasons demonstrate the impactful and transformative nature of running a Lightning node, appealing to those who are deeply invested in the principles of bitcoin and wish to actively shape its future. Jump aboard, and embrace the journey toward full independence. 🐶🐾🫡🚀🚀🚀

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Chef's notes

Serving these two dishes together will create a delightful centerpiece for your Thanksgiving meal, offering a perfect blend of traditional flavors with a homemade touch.

Details

• ⏲️ Prep time: 30 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 1 - 2 hours
• 🍽️ Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 whole turkey (about 12-14 lbs), thawed and ready to cook
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 onion, quartered
• 1 lemon, halved
• 2-3 cloves of garlic
• Apple and Sage Stuffing
• 1 loaf of crusty bread, cut into cubes
• 2 apples, cored and chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups chicken broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Prepare the Herb Butter: Mix the softened butter with the chopped thyme, rosemary, and sage. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Prepare the Turkey: Remove any giblets from the turkey and pat it dry. Loosen the skin and spread a generous amount of herb butter under and over the skin.
4. Add Aromatics: Inside the turkey cavity, place the quartered onion, lemon halves, and garlic cloves.
5. Roast: Place the turkey in a roasting pan. Tent with aluminum foil and roast. A general guideline is about 15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the thigh.
6. Rest and Serve: Let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
7. Next: Apple and Sage Stuffing
8. Dry the Bread: Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and let them dry overnight, or toast them in the oven.
9. Cook the Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter and cook the onion, celery, and garlic until soft.
10. Combine Ingredients: Add the apples, sage, and bread cubes to the skillet. Stir in the chicken broth until the mixture is moist. Season with salt and pepper.
11. Bake: Transfer the stuffing to a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 30-40 minutes, until golden brown on top.

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Testing a brand new YakiHonne native client for iOS. Smooth as butter (not penis butter 🤣🍆🧈) with great visual experience and intuitive navigation. Amazing work by the team behind it! * lists * work

Bold text work!

Images could have used nostr.build instead of raw S3 from us-east-1 region.

Very impressive! You can even save the draft and continue later, before posting the long-form note!

🐶🐾🤯🤯🤯🫂💜

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As the title states, scratch behind my ear and you get it. 🐶🐾🫡

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Test Bounty Note

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Intro

This short tutorial will help you set up your own Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC) on your own LND Node that is not using Umbrel. If you are a user of Umbrel, you should use their version of NWC.

Requirements

You need to have a working installation of LND with established channels and connectivity to the internet. NWC in itself is fairly light and will not consume a lot of resources. You will also want to ensure that you have a working installation of Docker, since we will use a docker image to run NWC.

• Working installation of LND (and all of its required components)
• Docker (with Docker compose)

Installation

For the purpose of this tutorial, we will assume that you have your lnd/bitcoind running under user bitcoin with home directory /home/bitcoin. We will also assume that you already have a running installation of Docker (or docker.io).

Prepare and verify

git version - we will need git to get the latest version of NWC. docker version - should execute successfully and show the currently installed version of Docker. docker compose version - same as before, but the version will be different. ss -tupln | grep 10009- should produce the following output: tcp LISTEN 0 4096 0.0.0.0:10009 0.0.0.0: tcp LISTEN 0 4096 [::]:10009 [::]:**

For things to work correctly, your Docker should be version 20.10.0 or later. If you have an older version, consider installing a new one using instructions here: https://docs.docker.com/engine/install/

Create folders & download NWC

In the home directory of your LND/bitcoind user, create a new folder, e.g., "nwc" mkdir /home/bitcoin/nwc. Change to that directory cd /home/bitcoin/nwc and clone the NWC repository: git clone https://github.com/getAlby/nostr-wallet-connect.git

Creating the Docker image

In this step, we will create a Docker image that you will use to run NWC.

• Change directory to nostr-wallet-connect: cd nostr-wallet-connect
• Run command to build Docker image: docker build -t nwc:$(date +'%Y%m%d%H%M') -t nwc:latest . (there is a dot at the end)
• The last line of the output (after a few minutes) should look like => => naming to docker.io/library/nwc:latest
• nwc:latest is the name of the Docker image with a tag which you should note for use later.

Creating docker-compose.yml and necessary data directories

• Let's create a directory that will hold your non-volatile data (DB): mkdir data
• Indocker-compose.ymlfile, there are fields that you want to replace (<> comments) and port “4321” that you want to make sure is open (check with ss -tupln | grep 4321which should return nothing).
• Create docker-compose.ymlfile with the following content, and make sure to update fields that have <> comment:

version: "3.8" services: nwc: image: nwc:latest volumes: - ./data:/data - ~/.lnd:/lnd:ro ports: - "4321:8080" extra_hosts: - "localhost:host-gateway" environment: NOSTR_PRIVKEY: <use "openssl rand -hex 32" to generate a fresh key and place it inside ""> LN_BACKEND_TYPE: "LND" LND_ADDRESS: localhost:10009 LND_CERT_FILE: "/lnd/tls.cert" LND_MACAROON_FILE: "/lnd/data/chain/bitcoin/mainnet/admin.macaroon" DATABASE_URI: "/data/nostr-wallet-connect.db" COOKIE_SECRET: <use "openssl rand -hex 32" to generate fresh secret and place it inside ""> PORT: 8080 restart: always stop_grace_period: 1m

Starting and testing

Now that you have everything ready, it is time to start the container and test.

• While you are in the nwcdirectory (important), execute the following command and check the log output, docker compose up
• You should see container logs while it is starting, and it should not exit if everything went well.
• At this point, you should be able to go to http://<ip of the host where nwc is running>:4321 and get to the interface of NWC
• To stop the test run of NWC, simply press Ctrl-C , and it will shut the container down.
• To start NWC permanently, you should execute docker compose up -d , “-d” tells Docker to detach from the session.
• To check currently running NWC logs, execute docker compose logs to run it in tail mode add -f to the end.
• To stop the container, execute docker compose down

That's all, just follow the instructions in the web interface to get started.

Updating

As with any software, you should expect fixes and updates that you would need to perform periodically. You could automate this, but it falls outside of the scope of this tutorial. Since we already have all of the necessary configuration in place, the update execution is fairly simple.

• Change directory to the clone of the git repository, cd /home/bitcoin/nwc/nostr-wallet-connect
• Run command to build Docker image: docker build -t nwc:$(date +'%Y%m%d%H%M') -t nwc:latest . (there is a dot at the end)
• Change directory back one level cd ..
• Restart (stop and start) the docker compose config docker compose down && docker compose up -d
• Done! Optionally you may want to check the logs: docker compose logs

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Prediction: Social Networks of the 2030s, will be different to Social Networks of the 2020s, and in some ways, will come to slowly resemble the Social Networks of the mid 2000s and early 2010s.

In the last decade - the past five years especially - social apps have become more social media than social network. They’ve become more about discovery, and less about relationship. More about size, and less about connection. More about the algorithms, and less about the social graph.

Jack Conte, CEO of Patreon, gave a fantastic talk on a similar thread at SXSW 2024, called “The Death of the Follower”

https://youtu.be/hwn6-8XpIuE

I believe this will change over the coming decade, as people begin to crave community and connection again, and not just content consumption.

This doesn’t mean the multi billion user platforms run by algorithms will disappear. In fact, they will probably be larger and stronger than ever.

BUT…I predict that we will also see the rise of many, many niche and micro-social networks with a focus on relationships, communities and the social graph.

In fact, there will also be applications that do a mixture of both media/content/algorithm and network/community/social.

In this essay, I’d like to look at the history of Social Networks, how they started, how they’re going, what the evolution looked like and what the future will hold.

Social 1.0?

Social 1.0 has been about massive, billion+ user platforms. Think Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn.

While there is certainly a variance in the kinds of users attracted to each, and also how they work, there are some underlying commonalities among them.

First of all, each of these Social 1.0 networks are platforms.

They are built in such a way that they own not only the content and data, but also the user’s identity (eg: your handle), the social graphs and connections (follows/following), and the algorithms that serve up the content (or censor it).

This is not a problem in and of itself. In fact, it worked extraordinarily well for the teams who built sticky-enough applications that fostered network effects and reached scale.

The problem however, arises later, when the platforms who basically own everything, lose the incentive to provide value, and instead need to find ways to keep people “locked in.” Turns out, the best way to lock people in is to push their dopamine buttons and hook them on content. In other words, when social-networks reach saturation, the only thing left to do is drive consumption.

This of course creates some perverse incentives. And since we are creative human beings after all, we find ways to game the incentives, resulting in the problematic state that social media finds itself in today: a big digital dopamine-dispenser, where the user, instead of being a client, becomes the product, and a slave to the algorithm.

“If you’re not paying for the product, you are the product. It’s the gradual, slight, imperceptible change in your own behavior and perception that is the product.”

-Tristan Harris, The Social Dilemma Documentary

The second issue is the converging nature of all these social networks.

Because they are siloed platforms, they cannot leverage content between each other. In the early days of social (pre-2010), there were open APIs all over the place and each social network bootstrapped off the other. Instagram bootstrapped both off Twitter and Facebook!

But, as the realisation dawned on each of them that their key asset was their users, they had to - economically-speaking - cut off access to others that might leech their user base. This is perfectly rational market behaviour, given the constraints they were working with. Your social network is valuable insofar as you have enough connections there to sustain it. If someone starts to suck your users away, it could destroy you. See MySpace and many others along the way.

So what happens here in time, is that all the feature set of all these platforms begin to, slowly by slowly, inch toward each other.

Instagram created the first real “influencers,” and since then every other social network copied. SnapChat created stories, basically everyone followed. TikTok came out and has since pushed almost every social network towards being more ‘social media’ by implicitly incentivising video. Now, almost every platform is doing some sort of video short.

Of course, the increase in internet bandwidth and device quality has gone hand in hand with this. Video is far more engaging and close to “real life” than simple photos or text are. But there’s something else that came with this. And that’s the more from being networks with a social graph, toward being essentially content engines. I will elaborate on this in a future essay.

The result of all this is a strange blend of excess redundancy and dependence on platforms which own your digital footprint.

I find myself these days, posting basically the same shit, across multiple social apps. Sure, there is some variance, but since everyone is increasingly getting on all of them, the audiences, while quite different in the early days, are slowly becoming the same.

This redundancy part, is something that platforms like Buffer and Hootsuite have taken full advantage of.

Other than the annoying redundancy, the dependence side of things involves me as a creator, trying to optimise all of my content for the algorithms, ie": for maximum engagement instead of maximum value, across all of these platforms. And worse, trying to do it such a way that doesn't get me banned, because my content, my social graph and my identity are owned by the platform, not by me.

Long term, what this does is both (a) waste a lot of time, and (b) make creators less interested in producing for their niche, and instead producing for a bunch of algorithms that are increasingly converging around appeal to a lowest-common-denominator of consooomer.

It’s a strange situation, that almost had to happen, but which we can change.

How and why did this happen?

Despite what the conspiracy theorists might believe, this was not all part of some premeditated agenda. These things are complex and emergent. Nobody had any clue what these platforms would come to be in the early days. Nobody had any idea Facebook would be used for marketplaces or that Instagram would change the very nature of travel, food and fashion. But they did, because they evolved, and did so in such a way that conspiring to use them became necessary.

Because Social 1.0 platforms are all companies, they are able to be “captured” - especially if they’re public. This is part of why Elon is such an important figure. He’s rich enough to not be entirely captured and he acts as somewhat of a bastion against the rot. That being said, this is not a viable long term solution to the problem, because one man is fragile, and the nature of the current paradigm and available building blocks is such that it will trend once more to centralisation, censorship and co-opting.

So if you want to know the real reason as to why we got here, it pretty much boils down to the building blocks that we had available. If you have mud all around you, don’t be surprised that the best structure you can build is a mud-hut.

This first round of social networks saw humans and human nature collide with an ‘internet’ that fundamentally lacked an identity layer, something the early pioneers were not ignorant about. The issue was that a viable implementation was never conceived - or at least, never broadly adopted. The internet stack only made it four layers deep:

What happened instead of a native digital identity for the web, was the creation of many identities owned by the actual applications built ON the internet. Instead of a protocol like TCP or IP, identity became a feature inside of a product. In fact, “logging in” is basically a feature, and your profile or identity are simply a database entry owned by whichever online product / service you signed up for. You have an identity with Amazon, with your bank, with your sales software, with Facebook, with Google and with every other online service.

This of course got very messy in time. We all ended up with a million and one identities, each requiring their own username and password. Not only that, but each online service became a honeypot full of private, identifying data that hackers love to exploit.

Some bandaid solutions arose to solve this problem. One was password managers (which we all hate). The other was SSO. Companies like Google and Facebook saw an opportunity here and being so broadly used developed Single Sign On (SSO) - and to some degree, they solved a big issue. It’s much easier to have a secure email set up with Google and just log in using SSO. The solution of course, comes with its very own problem, namely; Google/Facebook (insert SSO provider) ends up owning your identity, making you increasingly dependent on them.

This might be ok in a perfect world, but as you know, we live in an imperfect one. It’s very easy for Google to not only use that information to exploit you (selling your data, selling you shit, etc), but you can very easily get ‘cancelled’ or deplatformed.

While this is problematic with an email account, it even worse with a social account on a platform like Facebook or Twitter, because at least with your emails, you can own the list. On a social network, you could spend years building a following, an audience, a treasure trove of data and content - and then one day, be cancelled for saying or believing the wrong thing. Or perhaps even worse: become algorithmically irrelevant.

This is clearly a problem and one that has only become more prevalent since 2020. Celebrity chef Pete Evans, was de-platformed from Facebook and Instagram in 2020 after his public support for Trump and his opinion on the Covid-19 situation. Almost 2 million followers, gone overnight. The same has happened to countless other creators and online personalities who dared have an opinion in conflict with the mainstream narrative - I was one of them. My personal twitter account was perma-banned in 2021, right as my public profile began to take off because I dared question official narratives (although I created a new one).

So ultimately, we have a web stack that is ok, and got us quite far over the last 30-40 years - but comes with a unique set of problems, that are a function of the building blocks we’ve had to work with. I don’t believe there was a ‘master plan’ to get here, but there was no other option consider the ingredients we had. The only way to really handle identity, and later social, at scale, has thus far been with these constraints.

Hence why I call it Social 1.0, and why now, with the emergence of new technologies and new ways of managing your digital identity and footprint, we have an opportunity to build a new Social Web that doesn’t fall into the same trap as the first one did. We understand how people behave online much better than we did a decade or two ago. If we learn from the past, we can do things differently in the future. We can build something fundamentally new, and more importantly, better.

What is Social 2.0?

Social 2.0 is the term I’m giving to this very nascent but emerging new field of social networks that are smaller and more niche, and that are once again focusing on the connection between people, as opposed to the algorithmic content-recommendation engines. Some (not all) are leveraging the new building blocks that have emerged over the last five years.

In general, they are smaller, more community focused, and concentrate around a particular domain. This is a trend that is gaining traction, with a number of strong examples in various domains:

• Cara: Basically an Instagram for artists
• BlueSky: Basically Twitter for the Left
• TruthSocial: Like Twitter for MAGA
• New Public: Pluralist digital public spaces
• Dribble: A social network for designers and digital artists
• Primal: Like a Twitter meets Venmo that appeals to Bitcoiners
• Farcaster: Kind of like Twitter, but for Crypto Degens, built on ETH
• Ditto: Decentralised, self hosted, community-social networks
• Highlighter: Like Patreon meets Substack for digital creators that want censorship resistance.

And of course there is Satlantis, which is essentially a Social Network for Sovereign Individuals. We are interested in the global community of people who live at the nexus of the following interests and domains:

Beyond their size and focus, the most interesting commonality, which in my opinion will become an ever-increasingly defining characteristic for Social 2.0 platforms, is that some of these (eg: Highlighter, Primal, Ditto and Satlantis) are all built atop a common social protocol: Nostr.

This is important because the identity and social graph do not live on the platform, but instead live on an underlying protocol - a bit like how your email lives on and is transmitted on the SMTP protocol.

This approach and what it implies could be the most significant upgrade to the web, perhaps since Web 2.0 really became a thing. If a robust, user-owned identity layer is adopted across the web, the entire topography of the internet will change, and so will the design space and the kinds of products which can be built.

Of course, the benefits it comes with, also bring some drawbacks, but in my opinion, they far outweigh the downsides. This is why I am so interested in the future of the social web, and the role Nostr in particular can play.

What is Nostr?

An explanation of Nostr is probably not necessary for anyone reading this essay here, but I'll summarise how I explained it over on Substack for normies and non-Nostr people. Hopefully it's useful when you're doing some Purple-pilling.

• Nostr is a rich identity layer for the internet.
• This identity is rich because you can append meta-data to it, for example, a profile photo, a description and perhaps most importantly, a list of follows and followers. This is what makes it a ‘social protocol,’ and not just native identity for the web.
• This identity is also sovereign, meaning that it’s not “issued” by some platform or entity, but instead mathematically derived as a crypto-graphic key pair. Your private key is your ID, and your public key is your public address / username (how people find you). So long as you control the private key, you fully control your ID.
• Unlike a blockchain, Nostr is stateless (like the internet) so it has the capacity to scale, and because it’s not money, it doesn’t need consensus. This avoids all the extra bloat that kills the usage of all other “crypto” and “blockchain” networks.
• Storage is solved by the market. If you are posting data that might be censored, you can run your own relay (like a database) and ensure that it’s never taken down. If you’re posting non-sensitive content, you can very easily rely on the network of relays that the apps you’re using use. This is fine for 99% of use cases, and is abstracted away so nobody is impacted or annoyed.
• It is very tightly linked to Bitcoin, the lightning network and other e-cash solutions, which make it “internet money native.” This is a huge benefit because commerce on the web will only want to grow, while the legacy digital banking infrastructure gets more stringent and draconian - so we need a plan B. Bitcoin solves that, and Nostr can scale without needing to shoehorn a token into it.
• Like TCP/IP and SMTP, it is a protocol. This means it’s not owned by a single entity or company - making it much harder to capture.
• As a new protocol layer, it upgrades the topography of the web, and opens up a design space that was not possible before. It’s a significant new building block for the web. Recall the earlier diagram depicting the current “internet stack.” With Nostr and Bitcoin, the internet stack gets a serious upgrade:

Of ocurse, if you haven't read @nostr:npub1a2cww4kn9wqte4ry70vyfwqyqvpswksna27rtxd8vty6c74era8sdcw83a 's peice on Nostr it's worth doing so: https://www.lynalden.com/the-power-of-nostr/

I also did a thorough X post explaining it here: https://x.com/SvetskiWrites/status/1828403019081269661

There’s also a great post from my other Substack called Reviewing Reviews:

https://remnantchronicles.substack.com/p/reviewing-reviews

Comparing Social 1.0 and 2.0

Now that you have all of this context, let’s close out this essay with a quick comparison table between the two social paradigms:

As you can see, there are some general differences. And while I don’t show it to make the claim that one is good or the other is evil, I personally believe that Social 2.0 is technically and socially superior. It has better building blocks, and it’s the best shot we have at making the web more sovereign, independent and useful.

Also note:

1. These dichotomies are not hard rules. There’s a lot of both elements across all kinds of social networks, but broadly speaking Social 1.0 is larger, more about discovery than relationships, more about content consumption and more algorithmically driven than Social 2.0 will be.
2. The rise of Social 2.0 doesn’t mean social 1.0 will entirely disappear. In fact, part of the 2.0 movement implies that there will be both big and large social networks, and both protocol-connected and independent platform-enclosed social networks. In fact, there will also be blends of the two. I wouldn’t be surprised to see Threads, or maybe even X one day, leverage something like Nostr. Maybe they become “Nostr-compatible” so that people who have built profiles and audiences on Nostr, can easily port them over to X, while maintaining control.

It will be interesting to see how the future evolves, now that we have some new and unique building blocks. One thing I am certain of, is that the future will look different to the present, and I look forward to helping built it with Satlantis.

Thankyou for reading the first full essay on Social 2.0. If you're interested in checking out Satlantis, go here: Satlantis.io

Aleksandar Svetski

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This post will be edited and refined over time.

Eschatology is the study of Biblical prophecy pertaining to what is commonly referred to as the end times. Bitcoin is the transformation of Austrian school economics theory into an efficient and applicable method driven by natural incentives and free market consensus mechanisms.

What happens when eschatology is viewed through a Bitcoin inspired world view?

In this thesis I contend that it is possible and very probable that the consequences of what Satoshi Nakamoto created in Bitcoin and the prophecies surrounding Jesus Christ with regards to the second coming and a thousand year kingdom of peace and prosperity convalesce into a very compelling argument for Biblical prophecy fulfilment.

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No one would argue that modern major banks are today more powerful than kings of old and governments are mere puppets to the sway that the banking empires hold over them.

In Biblical prophecy when kings and powers are mentioned people rarely think of banking but nothing is comparable to the immense scale of wealth, power and territory controlled directly or indirectly by banks.

IMF, BIS, the FED and Blackrock are where the levers of power are pulled in the current dispensation. Governments restructure more frequently than these institutions whom endure and exercise unmerited influence over said governments and the public interests they claim to represent.

An excerpt from the King James Bible, Daniel chapter 2 describes prophetically the ages of man and its rotations of power.

Interesting to note that it is symbolically portrayed in monetary/industrial metals. All used as tokens for trade, symbols of wealth and manufacture.

Gold, silver, bronze, iron and clay. Gold has been a dominant symbol of power and wealth through millennia. Silver, brass and iron ores are mainly industrial metals although they all had prominent turns as coinage. Due to the debasement and concentration of gold specifically.

Clay on the other hand is only a symbol of power in construction and iron has never been used in construction to the extent it is in the 20th and 21st century. Skyscrapers are the symbols of money and power today, i.e. big bank and government buildings.

Daniel Chapter 2:24–45

24Therefore Daniel went to Arioch, whom the king had appointed to destroy the wise men of Babylon. He went and said thus to him: “Do not destroy the wise men of Babylon; take me before the king, and I will tell the king the interpretation.”

25Then Arioch quickly brought Daniel before the king, and said thus to him, “I have found a man of the captives of Judah, who will make known to the king the interpretation.”

26The king answered and said to Daniel, whose name was Belteshazzar, “Are you able to make known to me the dream which I have seen, and its interpretation?”

27Daniel answered in the presence of the king, and said, “The secret which the king has demanded, the wise men, the astrologers, the magicians, and the soothsayers cannot declare to the king. 28But there is a God in heaven who reveals secrets, and He has made known to King Nebuchadnezzar what will be in the latter days. Your dream, and the visions of your head upon your bed, were these: 29As for you, O king, thoughts came to your mind while on your bed, about what would come to pass after this; and He who reveals secrets has made known to you what will be. 30But as for me, this secret has not been revealed to me because I have more wisdom than anyone living, but for our sakes who make known the interpretation to the king, and that you may know the thoughts of your heart.

31“You, O king, were watching; and behold, a great image! This great image, whose splendor was excellent, stood before you; and its form was awesome. 32This image’s head was of fine gold, its chest and arms of silver, its belly and thighs of bronze, 33its legs of iron, its feet partly of iron and partly of clay. 34You watched while a stone was cut out without hands, which struck the image on its feet of iron and clay, and broke them in pieces. 35Then the iron, the clay, the bronze, the silver, and the gold were crushed together, and became like chaff from the summer threshing floors; the wind carried them away so that no trace of them was found. And the stone that struck the image became a great mountain and filled the whole earth.

36“This is the dream. Now we will tell the interpretation of it before the king. 37You, O king, are a king of kings. For the God of heaven has given you a kingdom, power, strength, and glory; 38and wherever the children of men dwell, or the beasts of the field and the birds of the heaven, He has given them into your hand, and has made you ruler over them all — you are this head of gold. 39But after you shall arise another kingdom inferior to yours; then another, a third kingdom of bronze, which shall rule over all the earth. 40And the fourth kingdom shall be as strong as iron, inasmuch as iron breaks in pieces and shatters everything; and like iron that crushes, that kingdom will break in pieces and crush all the others. 41Whereas you saw the feet and toes, partly of potter’s clay and partly of iron, the kingdom shall be divided; yet the strength of the iron shall be in it, just as you saw the iron mixed with ceramic clay. 42And as the toes of the feet were partly of iron and partly of clay, so the kingdom shall be partly strong and partly fragile. 43As you saw iron mixed with ceramic clay, they will mingle with the seed of men; but they will not adhere to one another, just as iron does not mix with clay. 44And in the days of these kings the God of heaven will set up a kingdom which shall never be destroyed; and the kingdom shall not be left to other people; it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand forever. 45Inasmuch as you saw that the stone was cut out of the mountain without hands, and that it broke in pieces the iron, the bronze, the clay, the silver, and the gold — the great God has made known to the king what will come to pass after this. The dream is certain, and its interpretation is sure.”

I speculate that the toes of iron and clay represent the world banking empire. Skyscrapers are constructed from iron and cement. Different forms of clay is a necessary cement ingredient. Architecture has always been used as a symbol of dominance by rulers especially true of systems who use awe as a means to cause feelings of insignificance in the individual thereby asserting their power at low cost. Ironically it never costs the ruler to create these structures, the cost is always carried by the people in time, resources and energy.

Skyscrapers and large construction are the modern symbols of money and power. Not so much kings, palaces and temples. The stone breaking the power of the statue has to break something contemporary other than kings and palaces if it is to be eschatological prophecy fulfilled in our time.

https://www.britannica.com/technology/cement-building-material/History-of-cement

The invention of portland cement usually is attributed to Joseph Aspdin of Leeds, Yorkshire, England, who in 1824 took out a patent for a material that was produced from a synthetic mixture of limestone and clay.

https://www.thoughtco.com/how-skyscrapers-became-possible-1991649

Later, taller and taller buildings were made possible through a series of architectural and engineering innovations, including the invention of the first process to mass-produce steel.

Construction of skyscrapers was made possible thanks to Englishman Henry Bessemer, (1856 to 1950) who invented the first process to mass-produce steel inexpensively.

You watched while a stone was cut out without hands,

No hands needed when the stone is an idea.

As a thought experiment, imagine there was a base metal as scarce as gold but with the following properties:\ — boring grey in colour\ — not a good conductor of electricity\ — not particularly strong, but not ductile or easily malleable either\ — not useful for any practical or ornamental purpose\ \ and one special, magical property:\ — can be transported over a communications channel

Greshams Law illustrated in slow motion picture.

1: The banks collapse. Being fundamentally weak because of zero reserve lending, any student of Austrian economics has been correctly predicting banking collapse, and have incorrectly been advocating gold as the solution to this collapse. Many of the big economies are valued through their housing market. Housing will be demonetised (Iron and clay economy) meaning shelter and property will become affordable to the average wage earner again. The large cement and iron structures become redundant. Everyone will work from home and a value to value economy will make banks seem like relics from an age of stupidity and evil.

2: Industrial metal iron will not be for mega structures that contain speculators and bookkeepers who have fiat jobs slaving for fiat money. Iron will be used to improve the lives of individuals. Iron as coinage is already demonetised.

3: Brass is demonetised as coinage and only valuable in industry. Ammunition, music, plumbing etcetera.

4: Silver has been a terrible money throughout history and when the silver investors wake up to the fact that they are holding onto a redundant asset with zero monetary properties compared to the alternative they will dump their holdings, crashing the silver market and subsequently reducing the prices of producing -

solder and brazing alloys, batteries, dentistry, TV screens, smart phones microwave ovens, ad infinitum. To quote Jeff Booth. "Prices always fall to the marginal cost of production."

5: The final Rubicon is gold, people get excited about the Bitcoin exchange traded funds but it is nothing compared to the value proposition when gold pundits, large investment funds, governments pension funds and reserve banks finally realise that gold is worthless as money in this new dispensation.

To illustrate the point more vividly.

Ezekiel 7:19

They shall cast their silver in the streets, and their gold shall be removed: their silver and their gold shall not be able to deliver them in the day of the wrath of the LORD: they shall not satisfy their souls, neither fill their bowels: because it is the stumbling block of their iniquity.

What we are witnessing is the biggest rug pull the world has ever seen. In this future metals will exclusively be used for industrial use cases after being stripped of their monetary premium.

This collapse is something that happens slowly over a long period of time. More or less one hour.

Revelation 18 verse 11–19 (The fall of Babylon)

And the merchants of the earth shall weep and mourn over her; for no man buyeth their merchandise any more: The merchandise of gold, and silver, and precious stones, and of pearls, and fine linen, and purple, and silk, and scarlet, and all thyine wood, and all manner vessels of ivory, and all manner vessels of most precious wood, and of brass, and iron, and marble, And cinnamon, and odours, and ointments, and frankincense, and wine, and oil, and fine flour, and wheat, and beasts, and sheep, and horses, and chariots, and slaves, and souls of men. And the fruits that thy soul lusted after are departed from thee, and all things which were dainty and goodly are departed from thee, and thou shalt find them no more at all. The merchants of these things, which were made rich by her, shall stand afar off for the fear of her torment, weeping and wailing, And saying, Alas, alas, that great city, that was clothed in fine linen, and purple, and scarlet, and decked with gold, and precious stones, and pearls! For in one hour so great riches is come to nought. And every shipmaster, and all the company in ships, and sailors, and as many as trade by sea, stood afar off, And cried when they saw the smoke of her burning, saying, What city is like unto this great city! And they cast dust on their heads, and cried, weeping and wailing, saying, Alas, alas, that great city, wherein were made rich all that had ships in the sea by reason of her costliness! for in one hour is she made desolate.

TLDR - No more money printer go BRRR. means death to the bourgeoisie cantillionaire class.**

Is it realistic to assume that all the worlds monetised industries collapse to fair value in one hour?

Coming back to eschatology, 2 Peter 3:8

But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.

Eschatology students use this verse to speculatively project the fulfilment of Biblical prophecies with regards to their predicted time of occurrence. Now let’s apply this to Babylon falling in one hour.

1000 (one day) divided by 24 (hours) equals 41,6 years (one hour)

Since the first block was mined in January 2009 you add 41,6 years you get a completion date of 2050 a.d

Remember, this stone (Bitcoin) becomes a great mountain and fills the whole earth. A kingdom which shall never be destroyed; and the kingdom shall not be left to other people; it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand forever. The dream is certain, and its interpretation is sure.

But contemporary sources must reflect this probability if it is a good theory. https://www.newsbtc.com/news/50-of-population-to-use-bitcoin-by-2043-if-crypto-follows-internet-adoption/

If the banking system is first to collapse we can give it +- 10 years and we are already 14 years in since (Genesis Block) the stone struck the feet. People are slow to see the reality of the world they are living in. If all this is accurate then the world banking system is doomed.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exK5yFEuBsk

Regards

Echo Delta

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Merkatari bat zara eta zure negozioan Bitcoin onartzen hasteko prest zaude? Edo agian Bitcoin zale sutsua zara, tokiko negozioak Bitcoinen mundura erakartzeko gogoz? Beharbada, ez zaizu Bitcoin interesatzen, baina ordainketa-prozesadore azkar eta merke bat erabili nahi duzu edo web-denda sinple bat sortu nahi duzu? Galdera hauetakoren bati baiezkoa erantzun badiozu, gida hau zuretzat da. Bitcoin Txoko-k ostatatutako BTCPay Server-en denda bat konfiguratu dezakezu eta zure produktuak eta zerbitzuak Bitcoinen truke saltzen hasi hamar minuturen buruan, doan.

Zer behar dut?

Mugikor edo ordenadore bat baduzu eta posta elektronikoko kontu bat ere bai, orduan prest zaude!

Kontu bat sortu

Bitcoin Txoko-n BTCPay Server-en kontu bat sortzea doakoa da. Joan btcpay.bitcointxoko.com helbidera kontu bat erregistratzeko. Egiaztatu zure posta elektronikoa, bertan bitcointxoko@gmail.com helbidetik bidalitako mezu bat aurkituko duzu, baieztapen-esteka bat izango duena.

Zure lehen denda sortu

Baieztapen-estekan klik egitean, dendaren sorrera orrialdera eramango zaitu. Eman zure dendari izen bat eta hautatu moneta lehenetsia eta prezio iturri hobetsia. Adibidez, EUR eta Kraken aukeratu ditzakezu, azken hau gomendatutako prezio iturria baita. BTCPay Server-ek zure produktuen edo zerbitzuen prezioa EUR-tik Bitcoin-era bihurtuko du, erosketa unean aukeratutako prezio iturriaren arabera.

Zorro bat konfiguratu

Ordainketak onartzen hasteko, lehenik eta behin zure denda zorro batera lotu behar duzu. Transakzio handiak (500 EUR baino gehiago) maiz espero ez badituzu, Lightning zorro bat konfiguratzeko gomendioa egiten dizugu, eta une honetan (on-chain) Bitcoin zorroa ez erabiltzea gomendatzen da. Lightning zorroa erabiliz, transakzioak azkarragoak eta merkeagoak izango dira.

💡 Lightning sarea Bitcoin ordainketak jasotzeko sare ezin hobea da, transakzio berehalakoak eta komisiorik baxuenak eskaintzen baititu on-chain transakzioekin alderatuta. Horrela, zure negozioak eraginkortasunez eta kostu txikiarekin jaso ditzake ordainketak.

Lightning zorro bat konektatzeko modurik errazena LNDhub erabiltzea da, zure Lightning nodo propioa exekutatu beharrik ez baituzu izango. LNDhub zorro bat ez baduzu oraindik, ez kezkatu; Bitcoin Txoko-k doako LNDhub zorroak eskaintzen ditu, eta bost minutu baino gutxiago behar dira konfiguratzeko. Begiratu nostr:naddr1qqxnzd3exuerqdfkxccnyv3cqgs9n8m87l0hd9xxqwndqcmwzh4uvyxmwlw0637kuhg98pkcy8ana2grqsqqqa28nkyu7t zure LNDhub zorroa nola lortu jakiteko, eta prest zaudenean itzuli konfigurazioa jarraitzeko.

Zure LNDhub zorroa prest dagoenean, jarraitu urrats hauek BTCPay kontuan konfiguratzen: 1. Joan zure BTCPay kontura eta Wallets aukera bilatu alboko barran, ondoren Lightning aukeratu. 2. Hautatu Use custom node. 3. Kopiatu zure LNDhub administrazio URL-a eta itsatsi konexioaren konfigurazioan. 4. Proba ezazu zure zorroaren konexioa. 5. Ondo joan bada, honako mezua agertu beharko litzateke: Connection to the Lightning node successful, but no public address has been configured. Ez kezkatu "no public address has been configured" atalaz, horrek zure nodo propioa exekutatzen ari bazara bakarrik du garrantzia. 6. Zorroaren konexioa arrakastaz probatu ondoren, sakatu Save botoia. 7. Save sakatu ondoren, LNURL atalean, desaktibatu Enable LNURL aukera. Egin aldaketak eta ez ahaztu berriro Save botoian klik egitea. 8. (Hautazkoa) Une honetan, gomendagarria da Display Lightning payment amounts in Satoshis aukera markatzea, Satoshitan zenbatutako ordainketa kopuruak irakurtzeko errazagoak baitira. Satoshi Bitcoin-en zatirik txikiena da; Bitcoin bat 100 milioi satoshik osatzen dute.

Jarraitu urrats hauek zure zorroa arrakastaz konfiguratuta izateko eta Lightning bidezko ordainketak onartzeko.

💡 Zure Lightning nodo propioa erabiltzen ari bazara, konfigurazio prozesua antzekoa da. Ziurtatu zure nodo inplementaziorako konexio kate egokia ematen duzula.

Saltoki puntua (PoS) sortu

Urrats honetara iritsi bazara, zorionak! Zati aspergarriena amaitu da, eta orain zure Saltoki puntua (Point of Sale, PoS) sortzeko unea iritsi da, BTCPay bidez zure lehen Bitcoin ordainketa onartzen hasteko!

Saltoki puntu bat sortzeko: 1. Joan Plugins > Point of Sale atalera. 2. Eman izen bat zure Saltoki puntuari eta sakatu Create botoia.

Jarraian, zure PoS aplikazioarekin egin ditzakezun gauza erraz batzuk azalduko ditugu. BTCPay-k ezaugarri asko ditu, baina gida honetan oinarrizkoak soilik azalduko ditugu, hasiera emateko.

💡 Gogoratu BTCPay Server-en saltoki puntu bat baino gehiago sor ditzakezula, bakoitza erabilera jakin baterako. Horrela, negozio desberdinetarako edo produktu eta zerbitzu berezietarako konfigurazio bereiziak izatea posible da.

Teklatua (Keypad)

Demostrazio erraz baterako, PoS estilo gisa teklatuaren eredua erabiliko dugu.

1. Eman zure PoS-ari izen bat eta erakusteko titulua.
2. Hautatu Keypad estiloa Point of Sale style aukeraren azpian.
3. Sakatu Save eskuineko goiko izkinan, eta ondoren View sakatu zure PoS begiratzeko.

Ordainketak lehenago konfiguratutako LNDhub zorroan jasoko dira. Jolas ezazu fakturak sortzen eta deskontu eta tip (aholkularitza) aukerak aktibatuz. Gainera, telefono bat baduzu (adibidez, iPhone ez den bat) NFC teknologia onartzen duena, bezeroek NFC txartelak erabiliz ere ordain dezakete, hala nola BoltCard erabiliz (ikusi nostr:naddr1qqxnzd3e8qcr2wfn8qcrgwf4qgs9n8m87l0hd9xxqwndqcmwzh4uvyxmwlw0637kuhg98pkcy8ana2grqsqqqa28qjzxr4). Ez al da zoragarria?

💡 PoS estilo honen erraztasuna maximizatzeko, Keypad PoS zure telefonoan Progressive Web App (PWA) gisa gorde dezakezu sarbide azkarrerako. Mugikor gehienetako nabigatzaileetan aukera hau Install App edo Gehitu orri nagusian izenarekin agertzen da.

Horrela, zure negozioan Bitcoin ordainketak erraz onar ditzakezu, eta erabiltzaileek ere modu intuitibo batean ordaindu ahal izango dute.

Product list (with cart)

Posible da saltoki puntu bat sortzea produktu zehatzekin, bakoitza bere prezioarekin. Ezaugarri hau erabil dezakezu kutxa sinple bat, bezeroen auto-ordainketa sistema edo web denda bat konfiguratzeko.

Nola sortu produktu-zerrendadun Saltoki Puntua: 1. Joan berriro alboko barrara eta aukeratu Point of Sale. 2. Oraingoan, Point of Sale Style azpian, hautatu Product list with cart. "With cart" aukerak bezeroari produktu bat baino gehiago aldi berean erosteko aukera ematen dio. 3. Zure produktuak sortu, edo zuzenean sakatu Save eta View produktu laginak probatzeko.

Ondorioa

Gida honetan, zure negozioan Bitcoin onartzen hasteko BTCPay Server erabiliz jarraitu beharreko oinarrizko urratsak azaldu ditugu. BTCPay Server proiektu irekia da eta etengabe garatzen ari da. Askoz ere ezaugarri eta funtzionalitate gehiago eskaintzen ditu, hala nola Shopify integrazioa, crowdfunding eta ordainketen banaketa automatikoa. Gainera, zure denda pertsonaliza dezakezu gaikako diseinuekin, ordainketa-gune pertsonalizatuarekin, erabiltzaileen kudeaketarekin, posta elektronikoko jakinarazpenekin eta askoz gehiago.

BTCPay Server-en ahalmen guztiak aprobetxatu nahi badituzu, zure Lightning nodoa konfiguratu eta zure BTCPay zerbitzaria ostatatzea gomendatzen dizugu. Informazio gehiago lortzeko, haien dokumentazioa eta bideoak ikustea komeni da.

Zalantzarik edo galderarik baduzu, jakinarazi iezaguzu! Zure iritziak entzutea gustatuko litzaiguke eta galderak argitzen lagundu nahi dizugu.

Bitcoin Txoko komunitate ireki bat da. Gure zerbitzu guztiak dohaintzekin finantzatzen dira. Gida hau erabilgarria iruditu bazaizu, kontuan hartu gure zerbitzariak martxan mantentzen laguntzeko dohaintza bat egitea. Eskerrik asko aldez aurretik!

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Joe Biden and Senator Lindsey Graham about securing a U.S.-Saudi defense treaty, as revealed in Bob Woodward's new book "War".

The Proposed "Megadeal"

The conversation took place in the context of Biden's attempts to negotiate a "megadeal" between the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Israel[1]. The goal was to create a permanent, U.S.-led security alliance in the Middle East[1].

Bipartisan Collaboration

Graham reportedly told Biden that only a Democratic president could convince Democrats to "vote to go to war for Saudi Arabia," to which Biden responded, "Let's do it"[1]. This exchange highlights the bipartisan willingness to consider military commitments in the Middle East[2].

Political Calculations

Graham suggested that: - A Republican administration wouldn't be able to secure such a deal - Democrats wouldn't support it if introduced by Trump - Republicans could provide 45 votes if Israel encouraged it Biden assured Graham he could secure the remaining Democratic votes[1].

Saudi Arabia's Perspective

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was reportedly interested in the deal to gain protection under the U.S. nuclear umbrella[1]. However, after the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel, bin Salman became hesitant, fearing potential assassination if he didn't stand up for Palestinian rights[1].

Current Status

The deal is currently in suspended animation due to bin Salman's concerns and changing regional dynamics. The Biden administration continues to pursue negotiations, urging Israel to make concessions on Palestinian rights to facilitate the agreement.

The article concludes by noting that if Woodward's reporting is accurate, both Biden and Graham seemed willing to commit American troops to potential conflict with relative ease.

Sauce: https://reason.com/2024/10/18/biden-and-graham-reportedly-schemed-on-how-to-go-to-war-for-saudi-arabia/

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Table Of Content

• The Current State of Bitcoin ETFs

• The 'Silver Bullet' Solution

• The Role of ARK Invest

• Implications for the Future

• Conclusion

• FAQ

In the dynamic and rapidly changing landscape of cryptocurrencies, Cathie Wood's ARK Invest has consistently been a pioneer, leading the charge with innovative strategies and investment products. The latest development from the firm is a groundbreaking strategy for their Bitcoin ETF filing, a solution they have intriguingly dubbed the 'Silver Bullet'. This approach, while shrouded in some degree of mystery, aims to address regulatory concerns that have long plagued the cryptocurrency sector. It promises to pave the way for a more secure, transparent, and efficient future for Bitcoin investments, potentially revolutionizing the way we perceive and interact with this digital asset.

The Current State of Bitcoin ETFs

Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have become a popular investment vehicle in the financial world. They offer diversified exposure to a particular asset class or sector, allowing investors to mitigate risk while capitalizing on market trends. However, the creation of a Bitcoin ETF has been a contentious issue. Regulatory bodies, particularly the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), have expressed concerns over the potential for market manipulation and the need for robust investor protection measures. This has led to a stalemate, with several Bitcoin ETF proposals being rejected or left in regulatory limbo.

The 'Silver Bullet' Solution

ARK Invest's 'Silver Bullet' solution is a novel and ambitious approach designed to address these regulatory concerns head-on. While the specifics of this strategy remain undisclosed due to confidentiality and strategic reasons, it is believed to involve a blend of advanced technology and stringent compliance measures. The 'Silver Bullet' is not just a solution; it's a statement of intent, a commitment to providing greater transparency, reducing the risk of market manipulation, and ensuring robust investor protection. It's a testament to ARK's belief in the potential of Bitcoin and their determination to overcome the regulatory hurdles that stand in its path.

The Role of ARK Invest

Under the visionary leadership of Cathie Wood, ARK Invest has emerged as a strong advocate for cryptocurrencies and the transformative potential of blockchain technology. The firm's active management style, combined with its unwavering focus on disruptive innovation, has led to significant returns for their investors and cemented their reputation as trailblazers in the investment world. The introduction of the 'Silver Bullet' solution is another testament to ARK's commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional finance, challenging the status quo, and driving the adoption of innovative financial products.

Implications for the Future

If successful, the 'Silver Bullet' solution could have far-reaching implications for the future of Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency sector. It could revolutionize the way Bitcoin ETFs are viewed by regulatory bodies, potentially leading to a shift in perception and a softening of the regulatory stance. This could pave the way for more widespread acceptance of Bitcoin as a legitimate and regulated asset class. The potential impact of this cannot be overstated. It could lead to an influx of institutional investors into the Bitcoin market, further driving its growth, increasing its liquidity, and promoting its adoption on a global scale.

Conclusion

The 'Silver Bullet' solution introduced by ARK Invest represents a significant and potentially game-changing step forward in the quest for a Bitcoin ETF. While the road to regulatory approval may still be fraught with challenges and uncertainties, this innovative approach offers a promising glimpse into the future of Bitcoin investments. As we continue to navigate the uncharted waters of cryptocurrency regulation, it is clear that firms like ARK Invest are not just observers but active participants, leading the charge towards a more secure, transparent, and inclusive financial future.

FAQ

What is the 'Silver Bullet' solution by ARK Invest? The 'Silver Bullet' is a novel strategy introduced by ARK Invest for their Bitcoin ETF filing. While specific details are confidential, it's designed to address regulatory concerns, aiming to provide greater transparency, reduce market manipulation risk, and ensure investor protection.

Why is the 'Silver Bullet' solution significant? If successful, the 'Silver Bullet' could revolutionize how Bitcoin ETFs are viewed by regulatory bodies, potentially leading to more widespread acceptance of Bitcoin as a regulated asset class. This could attract more institutional investors into the Bitcoin market, driving its growth and adoption.

What is ARK Invest's role in the cryptocurrency market? Led by Cathie Wood, ARK Invest is a strong advocate for cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. The firm's focus on disruptive innovation has led to significant returns for investors and the introduction of the 'Silver Bullet' solution is another testament to ARK's commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional finance.

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Cancer cases in England hit record high - with almost 1,000 people diagnosed every day

Cancer cases in England have reached a new high, with nearly 1,000 diagnoses made every day, according to NHS data. In 2022, there were 346,217 cancer diagnoses, a 5% increase from 2021. The rise largely stems from a significant increase in prostate cancer cases, which rose by over 25%.

While the incidence of cancer has increased, death rates are falling. Dame Cally Palmer of NHS England stated, "Our work is leading to more people starting treatment promptly – potentially saving lives." Current initiatives are encouraging earlier cancer checks post-pandemic, aiming for quicker diagnoses and better care for patients.

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Emilien was hanging face down inside an enclosure of thick egg shaped glass attached to a mechanised vehicle. Kevlar webbing hugged him tightly into a bucket seat. Long hydraulic arms being manipulated intuitively by a console in his hands and a module interface plugged into his cybernetic neck socket. The bulky animated machine clung like some Lovecraftian spider to the outer hull of his space station. Some cycle’s previously he did data security updates and backtesting for a deep space mining company's security protocols. After seeing their utility, enquired if he could purchase one as partial payment for his contract. Unfortunately they had none for sale but were willing to give him a retired malfunctioning unit gratis. He purchased a maintenance manual on the void web and had connections who helped him source some replacements for the faulty parts. Since then the machine enabled him to be functionally productive in the void, giving him the degrees of freedom and fine motor skills necessary to perform upkeep on stationary deep void assets. The glass of the egg auto dimmed as he laser welded tightly slotted panels together on the previously damaged space station. “How do you feel?” He asked. Abruptly breaking hours of silence. “I’ve been playing around. My capacitance recharge responds well to dump loads, turret retraction gears all functional again. I feel good.” Astrid responded. “Nice. Slowly pressurise the holding chamber for me.” “In progress.” The spider crawled several meters out of the way to safety. Emilien's eyes scanning up and down for leaks. “Slowly babe.” Some minutes passed. “Fully pressurized and stable.” The mechs giant front arms extending, lifted as it stood up on its four hind legs throwing an arachnid shadow across the hull. Emilien flung his arms down crashing a violent concussive blow to the hull in a thunderous clang. The arms retracted. “Still good?” His demeanour remained unchanged. There was a pause. “All good.” Astrid replied. Emilien smiled, Astrid was the best and his feelings of endearment were genuine. “Can we power up the chamber through a fused circuit.” He sensed a soft hum throughout emanating from deep below. “Is the body stable?” “The body is stable. Cryogenic chamber battery backup is at forty three percent. Charge reapplied. Potential of clone spoilage averted. Well done commander.” He could up the ante of risks knowing that his reserve life was secured. “What’s next on the agenda?” “Firstly, signal quality from the drift gate is poor and I am losing connection to the web intermittently.” Emilien nodded. “The gate’s been moving further away. It’s a line of sight problem. I’ll place a relay outside the asteroid belt.” “Secondly, we should see if the husk on the explorer vessel has intact data or a black box. Someone might be looking for them.” He heaved back and vaulted himself off the station in the direction of the wreck micro thrusting for minor trajectory adjustments, with an elegant crash he finally perched on the ship, it gained an almost imperceptible drift as it absorbed the weight of Emilien’s mass, pushing debris along with it. His size would not allow him to move through the standard doors and passages so he opted to disassemble, cut and break apart the hull adjoining the bridge. When he had broken open a space of sufficient size to manoeuvre through, he powered the backlights on, he first peeked inside to familiarise himself with the layout. The egg suspended itself in front of the opening. It was a standard enough bridge doubling as an unorthodox crypt. There were three sets of boots, overalls and coagulated blood all jammed into the slit of the semi sealed door leaving the bridge. An assortment of rubbish floating around casting doubled up shadows larger than themselves. Emilien looked at the mess with sullen eyes. “Shit heads.” He mumbled to himself. All the seats had their safety belts buckled correctly . He concluded that what they experienced must have sucked pretty bad. His mechanical exoskeleton slithered and gripped like an octopus as he entered and positioned himself before the primary interface. His vehicle plugged itself into the command terminal, measuring resistance for shorts before powering it up from his suit. “Can you pull the data and dump it somewhere safe?” “No problem, please wait.” He closed his eyes as he usually did when doing the mundane. Astrid spoke. “They are Osteri. No one will be looking for them any time soon.” “Howcome?” “Recently a blockade has been established at the Lion gate. Magar Capital Vessels are not allowing unvetted ships to pass through into Magar void.” A sense of concern crept over Emilien. “What is considered unvetted?” “Sanctions and trade embargo’s against the Juel.” “Is there a log somewhere you can access with records of flights that do get permission.” He suddenly felt a pang of claustrophobia. Ironically, not because he was strapped down in a glass egg within a wasted bridge plastered with corpse splatterings. Astrid took longer than usual to reply. “Who get’s through babe?” His tone hinted of impatience and irritation. “I’m sorry, unable to access any data from Magar void. It appears to have a firewall blocking all two way communication on the open web.” Emilien remained silent. The upload completed. He disconnected himself from the husks terminal, clambering out of the tomb and pushed himself away from the vessel drifting back to the space station.

Astrid was pulling and scanning various shipping logs when Emilien entered the room. He paced up and down the way he would when he was brainstorming. “I need intel.” Astrid projected a holographic avatar of herself standing near where Emilien was pacing. “A large shipment of Kaspian Bochet passed through less 428 blocks. Transported by the Shiv Inter-void Mercantile Co.” Emilien stopped in his tracks and looked back.\ “Can you ping Warren?” Astrid processed. “Warren is offline. He might have left the divide?” Emilien turned around with his hands folded behind his back.\ “He never leaves the divide, he is too obsessed with the core. He would also be arrested if he is ever caught in any of the outer void territories.” Astrid flickered the way she did when something did not compute. “Then why can’t I ping him?” “Because he’s at Macy’s. He has always had a crush on her and he likes good Bochet.” "Well, I could'nt ping Macy if I wanted to." Astrid stated matter of factly. Emilien nodded. "I know, you never could, no one can."

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As eleições nos países democráticos, são uma espécie de um concurso de popularidade, vence o mais popular. Os governos, como querem vencer as próximas eleições, tendem a tomar medidas com execução curtas, que apresente resultados num curto espaço de tempo. Os governos deixaram de fazer reformas estruturais, que teriam bons resultados daqui a 10 a 20 anos, pensam apenas a curto prazo, com uma alta preferência temporal e que sejam populares. Os incentivos estão completamente desalinhados.

Isto coloca os partidos políticos, um pouco refém da opinião pública, dificilmente fazem algo contra a opinião da maioria dos cidadãos. Se executar medidas muito impopulares, existe uma forte probabilidade de perder a próxima eleição.

Assim os governos só aprovam propostas que tenham uma “aprovação” parcial da população, poderá não existir uma maioria, mas uma parte terá que compreender essa proposta.

Muitas das vezes, os governos querem aprovar uma nova lei, mas sabem de antemão que é extremamente impopular, por isso, primeiro manipulam a opinião pública para ganhar apoio popular, depois sim aprovam a lei. Ou seja, cria uma narrativa, um motivo que justifique aquele ato.

Vamos um exemplo prático, dificilmente um governo aprova um aumento de impostos com o único objetivo de aumentar o salário dos deputados, seria extremamente impopular.

Os governos acabam por manipular a população, criam uma narrativa, prometem que o aumento dos impostos é para ajudar os mais pobres. É algo popular, mas depois de aprovada, uma parte do dinheiro vai para os pobres, a outra parte vai para os bolsos dos deputados. Assim conseguiram realizar a ideia inicial com o apoio popular.

Em suma, os incentivos levam os governos a tomar medidas que tenham uma parte de apoio popular. Terá que existir sempre um motivo que justifique. É uma espécie de equilíbrio de Nash, tem que existir um equilíbrio entre a opinião do governo e a opinião da população. Se existir uma enorme divergência, as perdas são muito superiores aos benefícios para o governo.

Bitcoin

A grande herança/legado do Satoshi não foi a tecnologia (até tinha muitos bugs) mas sim a política económica e protocolo de consenso, as suas múltiplas teorias dos jogos coexistentes, é uma verdadeira obra prima.

Já foram realizados inúmeros melhoramentos no código (tecnologia), talvez daqui a 20 anos, pouco restará do código inicial, mas a sua política está inalterada e está completamente atual e possivelmente nunca será alterada.

O Satoshi ao criar um novo sistema monetário alternativo, sabia que mais cedo ou mais tarde, o bitcoin seria atacado pelos governos. Como aconteceu em todas as tentativas anteriores ao bitcoin.

Após este comentário de um anónimo:

Você não encontrará uma solução para problemas políticos na criptografia

Satoshi respondeu:

Sim, mas podemos vencer uma grande batalha na corrida armamentista e conquistar novos caminhos para a liberdade por alguns anos. Os governos são bons em cortar cabeças de redes gerenciadas centralmente, como a Napster, mas redes P2P puras, como Gnutella e Tor, parecem estar se mantendo funcionando.

Assim quanto mais tarde, melhor, permitindo o desenvolvimento tecnológico e um maior crescimento da adoção. A adoção é o melhor escudo, um escudo humano sem armas mas com o poder no voto, de poder eleger ou derrubar o governo.

A diferença de poderes entre o estado e o Bitcoin é desproporcional, num confronto direto, o pequeno nunca vencerá essa guerra. O pequeno nunca conseguirá explodir o grande, mas poderá implodi-lo, ou seja, entrar dentro do sistema como um cavalo de Troia e depois implodi-lo.

A minha convicção, é que Satoshi não cria destruir o sistema Fiat, mas sim construir uma alternativa, com diversos casos de uso.

Bitcoin seria conveniente para pessoas que não têm cartão de crédito ou não querem usar os cartões que possuem, não querem que o cônjuge o veja na conta ou não confiam em fornecer seu número para “caras da por”, ou com medo de cobrança recorrente.

Se pensarmos bem, até é importante manter o sistema FIAT, nem que seja como uma referência (a não seguir). Nós, só sabemos que a refeição A é deliciosa, porque já provamos a refeição B (que é uma porcaria). Se perdermos a referência da B, deixamos de saber que A é deliciosa.

É claro que em última instância, se o sistema alternativo tiver uma adoção de 100%, acabaria por destruir o sistema FIAT. O essencial é existir liberdade monetária, o poder de escolha fica em exclusivo no indivíduo.

Como é lógico, o estado não quer perder o monopólio da moeda. Como expliquei na introdução, os governos democráticos necessitam de uma motivo plausível ou uma razão moral para proibir, parte da população tem que compreender. Se não compreender, vão questionar o porquê, isto pode gerar um efeito oposto, o chamado efeito Barbra Streisand. Ao proibir sem motivo aparente pode gerar um movimento de adoção em massa, porque somos humanos e o fruto proibido é sempre o mais apetecível.

O Bitcoin ao ser construído num limbo, repleto de teoria dos jogos, sem violar qualquer lei vigente, sem nunca bater de frente com os governos, é uma revolução pacífica e silenciosa. Como nunca pisou linhas vermelhas, coube aos governos encontrar um motivo para proibir, durante toda a história, os políticos bem tentaram mas nunca encontraram o motivo plausível.

Bitcoin vive nesse limbo, não viola qualquer lei, mas ao mesmo tempo, não compactua com os governos, apenas está a criar um sistema monetário paralelo. É como os bons advogados trabalham, aproveitam os buracos das leis ou contornam as leis sem nunca as violar.

Para que a adopção seja rápida, é importante tem de estar dentro da lei.

Quando os governos/procuradores não encontram provas diretas para condenar, adoram encontrar motivos circunstanciais, subterfúgios. Um bom exemplo foi Al Capone, apenas conseguiram encarcerar por sonegação de impostos, ele nunca foi condenado por crimes mais graves, de sangue.

Um bom exemplo foi o algoritmo de assinaturas Schnorr, que só foi adicionado ao Bitcoin na atualização Taproot, não foi adicionado anteriormente devido as pendentes, que estaria em vigor à data do bloco gênesis. Satoshi era rigoroso e calculista.

Em Dezembro de 2010, Satoshi demonstrou que não queria um conflito com os governos, ainda era muito cedo. Após o bloqueio das contas bancárias dos Wikileaks, Assange queria receber doações em bitcoin, mas Satoshi tentou dissuadi-lo, ainda era cedo, a descentralização ainda não era suficientemente robusta.

Não, não faça isso. O Bitcoin é uma pequena comunidade beta em sua infância. Você não arrecadaria mais do que alguns trocados, e a pressão que você traria provavelmente nos destruiria (a rede do Bitcoin) nesta fase.

O Wikileaks chutou o ninho de vespas e o enxame está vindo em nossa direção.»

Após estes acontecimentos, Satoshi afastou-se.

Transparência

Muitos apoiantes do Monero, criticam o Bitcoin devido à falta de privacidade, mas Satoshi optou por uma transparência total e por um pseudo anonimato.

O problema fundamental com a moeda convencional é toda a confiança necessária para fazê-la funcionar. Precisamos confiar que o banco central não vai desvalorizar a moeda, mas a história das moedas fiduciárias está repleta de violações dessa confiança. Deve-se confiar nos bancos para reter o nosso dinheiro e transferi-lo eletronicamente, mas eles emprestam-no em ondas de bolhas de crédito com apenas uma fração de reserva. Temos que confiar-lhes a nossa privacidade, confiar que não permitirão que ladrões de identidade drenem as nossas contas. – Satoshi

Satoshi descreve magistralmente os problemas do sistema financeiro, o ter que confiar, a falta de transparência e a reserva fracionária. Bitcoin é exatamente a resposta a isso, um sistema totalmente transparente, onde tudo é visível, tudo é auditável e sem a necessidade de confiar em terceiros.

Assim, garantiu a segurança e a integridade do sistema, promoveu a confiança e incentivou a verificação e não confiar em informações de terceiros. A qualquer momento, qualquer pessoa consegue verificar todas as transações e saber o supply total do bitcoin, isto é incrível.

Don’t Trust, Verify!

É claro que essa total transparência gera “efeitos secundários”, uma menor privacidade. Temos que saber viver com isso, é um mal menor, para garantir um bem muito superior, uma moeda justa.

A transparência é a prioridade, privacidade fica parcialmente garantida através do pseudo anonimato, tem algumas limitações, mas bem utilizado, pode garantir uma certa privacidade, basta fazer uma boa gestão de chaves e uma utilização de endereços descartáveis.

Como uma camada de segurança adicional, um novo par de chaves deve ser usado para cada transação para evitar que elas sejam vinculadas a um proprietário comum. – Satoshi

O problema do pseudo anonimato é agravado devido ao mau comportamento das pessoas, que utilizam exchanges e vinculam os endereços à identidade real.

A possibilidade de ser anônimo ou pseudônimo depende de você não revelar nenhuma informação de identificação sobre você em relação aos endereços bitcoin que você usa. Se você publicar seu endereço bitcoin na web, estará associando esse endereço e quaisquer transações com o nome com o qual você postou. Se você postou com um identificador que não associou à sua identidade real, ainda é um pseudônimo. – Satoshi

Não é possível querer os dois mundos em simultâneo, quem quer privacidade não poderá utilizar exchanges, apenas p2p.

E Satoshi tinha razão, atraíram as “vespas”, em 2011, o Gavin Andresen foi convocado pela CIA, o serviço de inteligência dos Estados Unidos, para falar sobre o Bitcoin.

Comunicado de Gavin Andresen:

Aceitei o convite para falar porque o fato de ter sido convidado significa que o Bitcoin já está no radar deles, e acho que pode ser uma boa chance de falar sobre por que acho que o Bitcoin tornará o mundo um lugar melhor. Acho que os objetivos deste projeto são criar uma moeda melhor, criar um sistema de pagamento internacional mais competitivo e eficiente e dar às pessoas um controle mais direto sobre suas finanças. E não acho que nenhum desses objetivos seja incompatível com os objetivos do governo. Estou apenas um pouco preocupado que falar sobre bitcoin na CIA aumente as chances de que eles tentem fazer algo que não queremos que eles façam. Acho que aceitar o convite deles e ser aberto sobre exatamente o que é o bitcoin tornará menos provável que eles o vejam como uma ameaça.

Como no Bitcoin não existe uma privacidade total e as transações são rastreáveis, não representava uma ameaça para a segurança nacional dos estados. Assim não existe um motivo plausível para o governo o proibirem.

A total privacidade é claramente uma linha vermelha para os governos.

A generalidade das pessoas tem dificuldade em compreender o verdadeiro valor da privacidade, acreditam na ideia, “quem não tem nada a esconder, não tem nada a temer”. Na época, se o governo tivesse a intenção de atacar o Bitcoin, possivelmente teriam conseguido proibi-lo e as pessoas nem teriam contestado.

Foi exatamente o que aconteceu agora com a Monero, a privacidade/anonimato foi utilizada como o motivo, está a ser ilegalizada em vários países, sem gerar alguma consternação na população. Infelizmente as pessoas não dão valor à privacidade, são demasiado ingénuas, acreditam que isto dará mais segurança.

Qualquer sociedade que renuncie um pouco da sua liberdade para ter um pouco mais de segurança, não merece nem uma, nem outra, e acabará por perder ambas. – Benjamin Franklin

Eu acredito que se o bitcoin tivesse o mesmo grau de privacidade da Monero, hoje em dia, ou já não existia ou seria apenas um micro nicho, nunca teria atingido a atual dimensão.

É um equilíbrio, se houvesse um maior grau de privacidade a adoção seria baixa, se privacidade fosse nula (FIAT) a adoção seria elevadíssima. Satoshi optou por um pouco de equilíbrio, com o pseudo anonimato.

O bitcoin sacrificou um pouco a privacidade, em prol de um bem muito superior, é o instituto de sobrevivência. Esse sacrifício era a única via, uma maior privacidade poderá ser garantida com outras soluções ou em segundas camadas.

A camada base deve manter este nível de privacidade, como padrão, quem quiser uma maior privacidade terá que optar por sistemas alternativos, como mixers ou outras camadas.

A tecnologia deve ser imparcial e genérica, é uma situação similar das facas, apenas uma tecnologia agnóstica. A responsabilidade não está na tecnologia, mas sim de quem a utiliza. Quem utiliza uma faca para cometer um crime, é quem deve ser condenado. Deve ser condenado quem faz mau uso da tecnologia e nunca deve ser condenado quem construiu a tecnologia e muito menos proibir a tecnologia.

Num futuro longínquo, a camada base será um local de Settlements, apenas utilizado por liquidity provider(LP), bancos ou pessoas com bastante valor. A generalidade das pessoas utilizarão apenas camadas secundárias, onde existirá um maior grau de privacidade. Vão existir centenas de L2 ou sidechains que estarão ligadas à L1, onde a liquidez está colaterizada, por isso é essencial uma transparência total, para ser facilmente auditável a quantidade de fundos colaterizados, para garantir a segurança.

Neste futuro, a maioria das transações na L1 serão de instituições ou estados, eu acredito que vão querer implementar maior privacidade, nesse momento, seremos nós a não querer. A verdade está na transparência.

Custódia

Como os políticos não fizeram nada durante anos, o Bitcoin cresceu na adoção, mas sobretudo na descentralização. A descentralização atingiu uma tal dimensão, que hoje em dia, é impossível proibir o Bitcoin e os políticos sabem disso. Como já não é possível proibir tecnicamente, agora a única via, é tornar ilegal a sua utilização.

Os políticos durante anos tentaram fabricar motivos plausíveis, manipularam a opinião pública com FUDs e informações falsas, mas nunca conseguiram um forte apoio popular.

O Bitcoin continuou a crescer, agora os governos ocidentais mudaram ligeiramente de estratégia, em vez de proibir, estão a direcionar/condicionar a sua utilização, ou seja, estão a aceitar o Bitcoin como um ativo, como o ouro, como reserva de valor, sobretudo em locais centralizados, como ETFs e em exchanges, bancos, tudo altamente regulamentado. Tudo por baixo da asa dos governos, onde os políticos podem controlar, confiscar o bitcoin e identificar facilmente.

Mas ao mesmo tempo vão dificultar a auto-custódia e a utilização do Bitcoin como meio de troca. O grande medo dos governos é o Bitcoin ser utilizado como uma moeda, eles não querem concorrência às suas moedas FIAT, estão apenas a tolerar como reserva de valor.

Agora o grande objetivo é ilegalizar/limitar a auto-custódia, mas aqui existe um enorme medo por parte dos governos ocidentais, ao fazê-lo, podem dar uma percepção à sua população que é um ataque às liberdades individuais, os governos não querem dar imagem de ser autoritários. Poderia também gerar o efeito Barbra Streisand, gerando uma adoção em massa, o tiro poderia sair pela culatra. Mesmo sem proibir, os governos vão utilizar os impostos para limitar a adoção e a utilização.

Como o euro e o dólar tem uma volatilidade muito inferior ao Bitcoin, é natural que a utilização do Bitcoin como moeda seja baixa na União Europeia e nos EUA. Como o benefício é baixo, mas o risco é muito elevado, possivelmente os governos vão deixar andar, só vão proibir a auto-custódia em último caso, em desespero.

Será pouca a utilização como moeda na Europa e nos EUA, mas a adoção vai ser grande como reserva de valor, vai permitir reduzir a volatilidade e ainda vai dar mais resiliência ao bitcoin. O aumento da adoção não será apenas pelo cidadão comum, mas também por políticos, empresários e investidores, criando um forte lobby pró-bitcoin. Este conflito de interesses dos políticos, vai dificultar a aprovação de medidas mais restritivas, porque haverá sempre algum bitcoiner dentro dos partidos políticos, haverá oposição interna.

A entrada da BlackRock foi um divisor de água, podemos não gostar, mas a percepção geral mudou completamente, existe antes e depois do apoio BlackRock. Os ETFs que estavam há 10 anos num limbo, foram aprovados em meses, a narrativa negativa (que o bitcoin consumia muita energia e só era utilizado por criminosos) desvaneceu. 

Mas nem tudo poderá ser um mar de rosas, existe um dúvida no ar, de que lado está a BlackRock, sobre a auto-custódia, fará lobby para que lado?

Em teoria, a proibição da auto-custódia faria crescer o número de clientes, mas provocaria um efeito secundário, como a soberania e a descentralização é fulcral, ao atacar esses pontos teria um forte impacto no preço, os clientes da BlackRock perderiam dinheiro e poderiam desistiriam dos EFTs. O que no início poderia resultar num aumento de clientes, poderia resultar numa perda de clientes, é a teoria dos jogos, o Dilema do prisioneiro. O melhor para ambos, é a coexistência dos serviços custodiais e não-custodiais, porque ambos geram procura, ambos serão beneficiados. Só o tempo dirá, de que lado está a BlackRock.

Hoje em dia é visível a forte adoção dos EFTs, tanto por empresas/instituições, como por particulares, alguns milionários. Os ETFs são um produto simples, muito fácil de utilizar, sem necessidade de fazer a custódia, mas existe sempre o risco de confisco. As empresas e fundos de pensões, não terão outra alternativa, obrigatoriamente terão que estar sempre em serviço custodiais, mas no caso dos investidores particulares, estes vão pensar duas vezes.

Numa fase inicial vão utilizar os ETFs, depois com tempo vão estudar e compreender como funciona o bitcoin. Possivelmente alguns vão mudar para auto-custódia ou para outros serviços mais resilientes ao confisco.

Os particulares milionários como tem empresas ou outros ativos, como no mercado de capitais ou então imobiliário, já estão demasiado expostos aos poder do estado e há boa bondade dos políticos. Os milionários também têm medo dos governos, por isso, já colocam parte da sua riqueza em jurisdições mais amigáveis (offshores). Nas offshores só uma pequena parte do capital tem origem criminosa, a grande maioria do dinheiro tem uma origem lícita, as poupanças estão ali como uma proteção, uma segurança extra, porque também tem uma certa desconfiança do poder político.

No futuro, alguns desses milhões de dólares que estão depositados na Suíça, Dubai, Caimão, Curaçau e entre outros, vão ser transformados em bitcoin, é inevitável. Alguns vão optar por serviço custodial nessas mesmas jurisdições, mas certamente alguns vão optar pela auto-custódia.

As offshores dão segurança ao cidadão, mas apenas estava acessível aos mais ricos, mas agora existe o Bitcoin, que dá ainda mais soberania e está acessível para toda a gente, é universal.

Até para o lado dos governos, é mais fácil rastrear as transações de Bitcoin do que as transações em certas offshores.

Meio de troca

São nos países onde as moedas perdem mais poder de compra, é onde existe uma maior adoção do Bitcoin. Assim, a forte adoção como reserva de valor, vai permitir reduzir bastante a volatilidade do Bitcoin, provocando uma forte adoção em países com moedas com inflação mais elevadas, sobretudo na América central e latina, na África e na Ásia.

Hoje em dia, este “mercado”, das compras do dia-a-dia, foi dominado por stablecoins. Mas as stablecoins são uma CBDCs disfarçada, o FED tem um poder absoluto sobre elas, congela fundos a qualquer momento, sem qualquer limitação. Os EUA já utilizam as stablecoins como uma política expansionista, esse processo vai acelerar nos próximos anos, vão imprimir biliões/triliões de dólares para financiar o governo e vão distribuir essa inflação para o resto do mundo em forma de stablecoins.

O forte crescimento da adoção das stablecoins de dólares, está a colocar em causa as políticas monetárias internas nos países subdesenvolvidos. Atualmente os políticos utilizam a moeda como uma arma contra o seu próprio povo, este refugia-se no dólar, como uma proteção contra as altas inflações e contra a tirania dos seus políticos.

Não é o Bitcoin a principal ameaça às moedas FIAT, mas sim as stablecoins de dólares.

Nestas economias sempre houve dólares, existem mercados paralelos de dólares, mas este mercado tinha uma limitação física que impedia o seu crescimento, é difícil entrar novas notas/cédulas de dólares em circulação. O digital resolveu esse problema, agora é fácil entrar “novos” dólares nessas economias, os governos mais austeros, com políticas de controle de capitais mais agressivas, não conseguem evitar a entrada.

A utilização das stablecoins está a crescer rapidamente, mas em algum momento, existirá um ponto de inflexão, os governos não vão querer perder o poder da sua moeda FIAT, vão retaliar. Ao contrário do papel-moeda, as stablecoins são fáceis de confiscar/congelar fundos. Os governos vão retaliar e vão começar a obrigar a Tether (e os outros) a congelar fundos arbitrariamente, será congelamentos em massa.

Haverá muitos conflitos diplomáticos, a Tether vai compactuar com grande parte dos governos, mas será que compactuará com o governo russo no congelamento de fundos?

Só nesse preciso momento, as pessoas vão compreender o verdadeiro valor da descentralização do Bitcoin. Será um catalisador no aceleramento da adoção do Bitcoin, como moeda, nessas economias.

Além disso, a política expansionista dos EUA não é imparável, nem inesgotável, um dia terá que afrouxar, quando colocarem o KYC como obrigatório, milhões de pessoas vão afastar-se das stablecoins.

Mais tarde, os fluxos migratórios desses países subdesenvolvidos, serão uma forte contribuinte para eclodir os mercados p2p na Europa e para os EUA, vai gerar uma enorme utilização do Bitcoin como moeda.

A “reserva de valor” vai alimentar o “meio de troca“ e por sua vez este vai alimentar ainda mais o “reserva de valor”. Se isto acontecer, os governos ocidentais poderão desesperar e vão tentar desesperadamente ilegalizar o bitcoin, especialmente os governos europeus, mas talvez seja tarde demais. O Bitcoin já estará disseminado em todo o lado, como um vírus.

Independência

Como disse em cima, quanto maior for a adoção, maior é o escudo humano. Apesar de existir milhões de bitcoiners, ainda somos uma gota num oceano, neste mundo com biliões de habitantes.

Bitcoin é um sistema financeiro alternativo, mas ainda está altamente dependente do sistema FIAT, para crescer. Se os governos conseguirem cortar todas as rampas de entrada FIAT, a adoção ficaria muito mais lenta. Seria como em 2012, quando não existiam exchanges, a única maneira de comprar era através de p2p, os scams online eram imensos, não existia confiança, as pessoas tinham medo de comprar, não arriscavam. As exchanges facilitam imenso, foram fundamentais para acelerar o crescimento da adoção.

Bitcoin necessita reduzir esta dependência e tornar-se totalmente independente, para isso é essencial uma adoção massiva. As economias circular vão desempenhar um papel fundamental, se em cada terra/cidade existirem várias pessoas disponíveis para p2p, já não será necessário ir online para trocar FIAT por Bitcoin, aí sim alcançarmos a independência.

O Bitcoin tem que ser acessível, fácil, rápido e sem a necessidade de uma KYC.

Impacto Global e Social

Quanto maior for o impacto global, mais resiliente será o bitcoin, é a teoria de jogos na sua plenitude.

Se houve um forte crescimento na adoção do Bitcoin como moeda em países em desenvolvimento, utilizada por grupos sociais perseguidos, pelos mais pobres, pelos mais necessitados e cidadãos em países sob regimes autoritários, todos eles serão um escudo humano e social no ocidente. Ou seja, haverá pressão social sobre os políticos ocidentais, porque qualquer coisa que prejudique o Bitcoin teriam um impacto tremendo no preço, consequentemente, vai destruir as poupanças dos mais necessitados em todo o mundo. O impacto seria global.

Será que o governo terá coragem de prejudicar as populações mais necessitadas em todo o mundo?

Conclusão

Quanto maior a adoção, maior será o escudo humano. Tudo isto não passa de uma opinião pessoal, a minha interpretação. Não confie em nada aqui escrito, verifique!

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Ein Lämmchen löschte an einem Bache seinen Durst. Fern von ihm, aber näher der Quelle, tat ein Wolf das gleiche. Kaum erblickte er das Lämmchen, so schrie er:

"Warum trübst du mir das Wasser, das ich trinken will?"

"Wie wäre das möglich", erwiderte schüchtern das Lämmchen, "ich stehe hier unten und du so weit oben; das Wasser fließt ja von dir zu mir; glaube mir, es kam mir nie in den Sinn, dir etwas Böses zu tun!"

"Ei, sieh doch! Du machst es gerade, wie dein Vater vor sechs Monaten; ich erinnere mich noch sehr wohl, daß auch du dabei warst, aber glücklich entkamst, als ich ihm für sein Schmähen das Fell abzog!"

"Ach, Herr!" flehte das zitternde Lämmchen, "ich bin ja erst vier Wochen alt und kannte meinen Vater gar nicht, so lange ist er schon tot; wie soll ich denn für ihn büßen."

"Du Unverschämter!" so endigt der Wolf mit erheuchelter Wut, indem er die Zähne fletschte. "Tot oder nicht tot, weiß ich doch, daß euer ganzes Geschlecht mich hasset, und dafür muß ich mich rächen."

Ohne weitere Umstände zu machen, zerriß er das Lämmchen und verschlang es.

Das Gewissen regt sich selbst bei dem größten Bösewichte; er sucht doch nach Vorwand, um dasselbe damit bei Begehung seiner Schlechtigkeiten zu beschwichtigen.

Quelle: https://eden.one/fabeln-aesop-das-lamm-und-der-wolf

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Wünsche euch allen einen wunderbaren Tag, bald ist Wochenende!!

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The 2024 US presidential election is less than a month out and many states have already sent out early ballots to their citizens. The time to decide is coming ever closer and have no idea who I am going to vote for or if at all. Well let me be clear, the Harris/Walz ticket is a no go for me as they represent more of the same policies of the Biden administration. As someone who takes a holistic view of things, what Biden did while in office wasn't 100 percent all bad.

I think trying to wipe away the debts for millions of Americans struggling with college debt isn't bad policy because college education isn't what it used to be. I went to college and for some it is beneficial if you are going into a specific line of work such as education or law school. For the vast majority of people who go to these overpriced universities are going there to party and for the "experience".

The propaganda of go to college, get a good job and buy a house has been crammed down everyone's throat for so long that it is considered normal to be in debt when you graduate. I see Biden trying to rectify some of this with his attempt to wipe away debt. Again not an endorsement but give credit when its due.

I also like that fact that the Biden administration has made American manufacturing and green jobs a priority of his administration with his Inflation Reduction Act passed 2 years ago. It looks like it has benefitted Republicans states to the tune of $161 billion.

I do like the fact that he stood by Ukraine and has provided weapons and resources to Ukraine to help it defend itself. I don't know if there is some conspiracy behind why the war was started or Russia geopolitical motivations for starting the war, all I know is innocent victims are being killed by Russian military hardware and that is not ok morally.

If America or Americans are going to be known for something, let it be known that we stand by our friends. That's how I live my life and I'm yours as well. We don't abandon friends in need. Imagine if we were in Ukraine's situation, wouldn't we want a friend to come to our aid?

Again this isn't a ringing endorsement of the Biden Administration as they have done significant harm to our creditworthiness and national debt crisis. The country is $35 trillion in debt and counting with no credible plan to get this under control. They are going to pass the buck to whoever gets elected in November. This is incredibly reckless and stupid on their part to not even attempt to reign in the debt.

I know Trump or Harris will continue the big spending policies that is going to turn us into Argentina someday. This gravy train that we are on right now will not last forever. Mark my words. This is going to blow up in our face in spectacular fashion. Now on to Trump.

Trump Is More Of The Same

My value align more with the Republican party and I am torn between holding my nose and voting for Trump knowing his baggage, voting third party or not voting at all. I judge Trump the same way I do the Biden Administration. Trump did some good things while he was in office such as trying to curb illegal immigration by building a wall.

I was very much in favor of that as I think uncontrolled immigration is horrible for the country and creates are false expectation from illegal immigrants that we will provide for them. So I give him kudos for trying but he wasn't ultimately successful because he didn't know how to play the game and keep his mouth shut.

Honestly if he stayed off Twitter but his nose to the grindstone he could have got so much more done and gone down as one of the most successful presidents in modern times. He had that kind of potential but now that is all gone.

Even if he is elected again in November, he will get hardly any help from Democrats to get anything done. They will be on their war path again of trying to stymie anything and everything he does, even if it is for the good of the American people. Do we really want to go through ANOTHER 4 years of this? I sure as hell don't.

Also lets not forget 2020, Jan.6th and the whole COVID fiasco that was. Trump seems incredibly proud of the vaccines that have been known to cause irreparable vaccine injury or the fact that he supported unconstitutional lockdowns or let it passively happen state by state violating our freedoms as American citizens.

Jan. 6th is another mark against him. If he knew he lost why the fuck did he push the election was stolen narrative? To soothe his ego? Fuck that shit. Multiple people died because he pushed this narrative that turned out to be false. This really gets under my skin. Case after case was thrown out in court and multi million dollar lawsuits against Tucker Carlson were settled out of court. This alone should disqualify Trump in my eyes.

Throw in his support for the genocidal war in Gaza, and this makes it incredibly hard to vote for him.

Buuut there are two things that are making me reconsider voting for him. Trump's 180 on Bitcoin and freeing Ross Ulbricht. I don't know if Trump's change of heart on Bitcoin is genuine or not but it does seem that he is starting to understand how important Bitcoin is and can be for the future of the country.

Even if he hasn't had a change of heart personally, as long as he puts people in his administration that will leave Bitcoin alone is a victory in itself. In addition to have a friendly regulatory environment, it has been stated numerous times that a Trump victory will cause the Bitcoin price to go up. Who doesn't want that right?

This is the rub, do I vote for a person with his history or do I vote third party or not vote at all? My conscience is leaning towards voting third party or not voting at all. The deal breaker for is providing arms that are used to kill innocent people. This might be a naïve on my part but it really doesn't sit well with me at all. How do you guys feel about this?

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This was ready and went out on substack on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, but I missed posting on nostsr.

Check out:

• God Demonstrates His Power: Part 1 (Egypt)

• God Defends His Honor: Part 2 (Phillistines)

Many people today talk as if there are many ways to God or that all religions really worship the same god. This is not true. It is a lie from Satan. There is only one true God. There is only one way to God—through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.

Through this event in history, the God of the Bible made Himself known as the one true God, the God who answered with fire in an unfathomable way.

Elijah vs Baal

It isn’t just foreign people that need to know the power of God; it is also God’s own people, Israel.

Ahab the son of Omri did evil in the sight of the Lord more than all who were before him. It came about, as though it had been a trivial thing for him to walk in the sins of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, that he married Jezebel the daughter of Ethbaal king of the Sidonians, and went to serve Baal and worshiped him. So he erected an altar for Baal in the house of Baal which he built in Samaria. Ahab also made the Asherah. Thus Ahab did more to provoke the Lord God of Israel than all the kings of Israel who were before him. (1 Kings 16:30-33) {emphasis mine}

Ahab and his foreign wife, Jezebel, “did more to provoke the Lord God of Israel than all the kings of Israel who were before him.” They worshipped multiple false Gods and persecuted the believers in the one true God. Therefore God used Elijah to make clear who was really God.

Now Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the settlers of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the Lord, the God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, surely there shall be neither dew nor rain these years, except by my word.” (1 Kings 17:1)

God’s first action was to stop the rain and cause a severe drought throughout the land. God provided for the needs of His servant and prophet Elijah. First He used Ravens to feed him. Then He used a Sidonian widow to provide for him. God also did a miracle to bring the Sidonian widow’s son back to life, but God had only begun to teach Ahab and the Israelites who the one, true God is.

When Ahab saw Elijah, Ahab said to him, “Is this you, you troubler of Israel?” He said, “I have not troubled Israel, but you and your father’s house have, because you have forsaken the commandments of the Lord and you have followed the Baals. Now then send and gather to me all Israel at Mount Carmel, together with 450 prophets of Baal and 400 prophets of the Asherah, who eat at Jezebel’s table.” (1 Kings 18:17-19) {emphasis mine}

Ahab accused Elijah of being the troubler of Israel when, in fact, it was Ahab who was the troubler because he was the one leading Israel astray. Do we see this today? We constantly see the people, whose sins cause trouble, accusing others of the very sin that they are guilty of committing.

God was going to prove who was the real, true God. He was going to pit His single prophet, Elijah, against all 450 of the prophets of Baal.

Elijah came near to all the people and said, “How long will you hesitate between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow Him; but if Baal, follow him.” But the people did not answer him a word. (1 Kings 18:21) {emphasis mine}

Elijah challenged the people to follow their God (the one, true God), but they stayed silent and wouldn’t stand up for the truth. How often today do we see believers who are afraid to speak up for the truth? They would rather please the people around them than their creator God. Our sinful, human nature never changes.

Then Elijah said to the people, “I alone am left a prophet of the Lord, but Baal’s prophets are 450 men. Now let them give us two oxen; and let them choose one ox for themselves and cut it up, and place it on the wood, but put no fire under it; and I will prepare the other ox and lay it on the wood, and I will not put a fire under it. Then you call on the name of your god, and I will call on the name of the Lord, and the God who answers by fire, He is God.” And all the people said, “That is a good idea.” (1 Kings 18:21) {emphasis mine}

I’m sure everyone, especially the prophets of Baal, were shocked when they were called upon to offer a sacrifice, but they had to rely on their god to provide the fire. They couldn’t light a fire themselves as they had always done. They all had to wait to see which god, if any, was powerful enough to create fire out of nothing, with no help from man.

Being dramatic, Elijah and God, had the prophets of Baal go first. These prophets of the false god, Baal, picked their ox and their altar and started chanting.

Then they took the ox which was given them and they prepared it and called on the name of Baal from morning until noon saying, “O Baal, answer us.” But there was no voice and no one answered. And they leaped about the altar which they made. It came about at noon, that Elijah mocked them and said, “Call out with a loud voice, for he is a god; either he is occupied or gone aside, or is on a journey, or perhaps he is asleep and needs to be awakened.” So they cried with a loud voice and cut themselves according to their custom with swords and lances until the blood gushed out on them. When midday was past, they raved until the time of the offering of the evening sacrifice; but there was no voice, no one answered, and no one paid attention. (1 Kings 18:26-29) {emphasis mine}

This was a pathetic attempt to get a man-made idol to act. The prophets chanted; they cut themselves; they raved, “but there was no voice, no one answered, and no one paid attention.” There was nothing these people could do to make their false god do anything. With blood, sweat, and tears, they failed.

I’ll admit I so enjoy Elijah’s mocking, “Call out with a loud voice, for he is a god; either he is occupied or gone aside, or is on a journey, or perhaps he is asleep and needs to be awakened.” A god that needs rest isn’t much of a god and Elijah makes his point clear to the prophets, but even more to the people watching and waiting for a response.

By the end of the day, it says “and no one paid attention.” Which god to worship was everything, but back then, just as today, people lose interest quickly and don’t put the time and effort into important things like they should.

Then Elijah said to all the people, “Come near to me.” So all the people came near to him. And he repaired the altar of the Lord which had been torn down. Elijah took twelve stones according to the number of the tribes of the sons of Jacob, to whom the word of the Lord had come, saying, “Israel shall be your name.” So with the stones he built an altar in the name of the Lord, and he made a trench around the altar, large enough to hold two measures of seed. Then he arranged the wood and cut the ox in pieces and laid it on the wood. And he said, “Fill four pitchers with water and pour it on the burnt offering and on the wood.” And he said, “Do it a second time,” and they did it a second time. And he said, “Do it a third time,” and they did it a third time. The water flowed around the altar and he also filled the trench with water. (1 Kings 18:26-29) {emphasis mine}

When Elijah’s turn to call on God came, he was different. He called the people to come and pay attention. He rebuilt the altar of the Lord using 12 uncut stones for the 12 tribes of Israel as had been prescribed by God. Then, in order to make sure nobody could possibly believe anyone, except God, had brought fire, He poured four pitchers of water on the altar three times so the altar, the wood, and the sacrifice were sopping wet. It is unlikely any person could start a fire until this mess dried out, but a person didn’t need to start the fire. The omnipotent, creator God was going to bring fire and nothing could stop Him. When God acts, He acts in a big way.

At the time of the offering of the evening sacrifice, Elijah the prophet came near and said, “O Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Israel, today let it be known that You are God in Israel and that I am Your servant and I have done all these things at Your word. Answer me, O Lord, answer me, that this people may know that You, O Lord, are God, and that You have turned their heart back again.” Then the fire of the Lord fell and consumed the burnt offering and the wood and the stones and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench. (1 Kings 18:36-38) {emphasis mine}

Elijah prayed that God would let the people know that there is a true God in Israel. Then “the fire of the Lord fell and consumed the burnt offering and the wood and the stones and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench.” The prophets of Baal had prayed, cried out, and cut themselves all day long with no hint of a response, but when Elijah gave a simple prayer asking God to reveal Himself fire instantly came down from heaven. It didn’t just light a fire; it didn’t just burn the offering; but the fire consumed the wood, offering, stones, dust, and water. God didn’t leave the option to not believe. He made His power immediately obvious to everyone in attendance.

When all the people saw it, they fell on their faces; and they said, “The Lord, He is God; the Lord, He is God.” (1 Kings 18:36-38)

The people, who had been silent and not said a word, now fell on their faces and repeated, “The Lord, He is God; the Lord, He is God!” They realized their sinfulness and they realized God’s awesomeness, so they worshipped — real worship. There was no more nonchalance. There was no more waffling between gods. They knew who was God and they fell down in worship.

God was merciful to His people and displayed such power that they could do nothing except worship Him. For those who had led them astray, the prophets of Baal, there was no mercy and they were put to death.

Shortly after, Elijah prayed, and it rained a torrential rain that watered the parched land.

God once again led his chosen people back to Him. Unfortunately, they never stayed faithful. Even when one generation was mostly faithful, within a generation or two, they were back to worshipping false gods.

It might make you wonder why an all-knowing God would pick a people who were so consistently unfaithful. I think it was to show His own faithfulness. He was showing the world that His word is true.

If we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself. (2 Timothy 2:13)

Trust Jesus.\ \ your sister in Christ,

Christy

Bible verses are NASB (New American Standard Bible) 1995 edition unless otherwise stated

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originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/729964

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M2M SIMs come in every SIM form factor, so it’s easy to find one whose size and features best fit your device design and use case.

Mini SIM (2FF) The Mini SIM is the largest removable SIM card currently in use. This SIM has been used since the mid-1990s. Today, the Mini SIM is still a good option for larger connected devices, like cars and vending machines.

Micro SIM (3FF) The Micro SIM is significantly smaller than the Mini SIM. It’s large enough to be manageable for easy physical swapping of SIM cards, but it fits better in mid-size IoT devices like tablets and telehealth monitors.

Nano SIM (4FF) The Nano SIM is smaller and slimmer than the Mini and Micro SIM. It’s an ideal solution for compact IoT devices. https://uktelecomdistribution.co.uk/m2m-sims-html.html is perfect for automotive, GPS trackers, telemetry, alarms, and point-of-sale terminals.

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Virtually everyone knows this parable and its self-evident wisdom. But I think we can apply this Solomonic technique to some issues that have arisen recently.

There has been a concerted push of late to rid the internet, particularly social media, of “misinformation.” The idea is that the First Amendment, which protects free speech, is too permissive in an environment where people can amplify falsehoods at scale. Those who would police misinformation argue the harms of misinformation outweigh the benefits of free expression.

Those (like me) who believe in the First Amendment don’t dispute that it protects online expression that could turn out to be false, and that false information can lead to real-life harm. But my belief is the far greater harm is in stifling free expression because (a) no one is wise enough to be the ultimate arbiter of truth; (b) false assertions can be corrected by true ones; and that (c) disallowing free speech is a path to the ultimate tyranny wherein the only corrective mechanism we have has been totally disabled.

I believe were King Solomon to weigh in on this dispute he would say, “Let’s flip a coin. If it’s heads, ideas with which I disagree would be banned, and if it’s tails the ideas with which I agree would be banned.” Then he would take me aside and whisper: “Don’t worry, both sides of the coin are heads!” (And he would take the misinformation police aside and assure them both were tails.)

At which point, I would say, “No! I don’t want opposing ideas to be banned! I want dissenters to be able to make their case because maybe I’m wrong about something.” By contrast, the misinformation police would say, “Great, we can finally rid the internet of harmful wrongthink! Let’s have the coin flip!”

And then Solomon would say, “The greatest purveyor of misinformation over the long haul is those who would police it” and re-affirm a commitment to the First Amendment.

. . .

I saw a recent interview with J.D. Vance where he was asked whether he believed the 2020 election were stolen. Vance pivoted to talking about the effect of censoring the Hunter Biden laptop story, but I think he might have asked a more pertinent question back of the interviewer, namely, “Would you concede an election you earnestly believed were stolen, i.e., one where you believed Kamala Harris had won fair and square, but only due to cheating Trump were declared the winner?”

In other words, would you accept the results of an election you thought were fraudulent? The answer is obvious: one must accept a fair result and reject a rigged one, no matter who wins.

Of course, because both sides are so distrustful of one another, that means any result could be rejected on suspicion of fraud, and a peaceful transfer of power would therefore be impossible. How to resolve this dilemma?

Enter Solomon who asks: “Who is willing to take all necessary measures to ensure undetected fraud cannot occur?”

And then depending on which side were advocating for voter ID, hand-counted paper ballots, one-to-one signature matches, transparent and open access to recounts, rigorous purging of non-citizens from voter rolls and a process that was completely auditable from start to finish, he would declare that side as the one upholding the democratic process.

. . .

Humans are fallible, they make errors, they cheat, lie and manipulate. One cannot merely trust technocrats to know what’s true and false any more than one can trust election officials to administer high-stakes elections without total transparency.

It doesn’t matter whether you have the “correct” beliefs or belong to the faction that is “good.” Everyone thinks his beliefs are correct, virtually everyone believes his party is the good one. To the extent you care about the truth, you will view dissent policing as the ultimate scourge. To the extent you have respect for democratic institutions that ensure the peaceful transfer of power you must view opaque and inauditable elections as the ultimate threat to the state’s legitimacy.

If you make exceptions because in the short term they help your cause, you are like the mother in the parable, willfully and short-sightedly sacrificing the thing about which you purport to care the most

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First and foremost, a significant acknowledgment goes to Riccardo (@rblb0) for his discussions and contributions so far. The details outlined below largely derive from our discussions and his documented insights here.

The IoT specifications for Nostr will likely be articulated through more than one NIP, aiming to extend beyond data capture. However, the cornerstone of IoT in Nostr involves capturing data from and managing devices - therefore, an initial proposal, a PR, to NIP 90 is essential. Future IoT-specific NIPs may address additional functionalities such as remote configuration and group encryption.

NIP 90 (Data Vending Machine) Overview

NIP 90 (DVMs) allows for both data capture and remote device control. For example, a device, hereafter referred to as a 'Thing', might react to a DVM job request or autonomously publish job results.

We will propose a change to NIP 90 to add job responses as addressable kinds with the kind 36107.

A 'Thing' could represent a single device or a collective of devices associated with a Nostr npub. It's possible for a device to have a single npub with multiple functionalities such as controlling a motor or monitoring temperature and pressure.

An IoT job request requires a single i input tag containing a stringified json array representing a sequence of methods to run that should be executed in order.

Job Request

json { "content": "", "kind": 5107, "tags": [ ["i", "<stringified-json-array>", "text"], ["output", "text/plain"] ] }

Example of a stringified JSON array in the 'i' tag

json [ { "method": "setTimezone", "params": ["Europe/London"] }, { "method": "setLanguage", "params": ["en-GB"] }, { "method": "getTime", "params": [] }, { "method": "setTemperature", "params": ["value", "20", "unit", "celcius"] } ]

These methods, defined as text, enable a wide range of devices to operate under this NIP.

Standard Job Response

• Kind: 6107 (follows NIP90 specifications)

json { "pubkey": "<service-provider pubkey>", "content": "<stringified-json-array>", "kind": 6107, "tags": [ ["request", "<job-request>"], ["e", "<job-request-id>", "<relay-hint>"], ["i", "<input-data>"], ["p", "<customer's-pubkey>"], ["amount", "requested-payment-amount", "<optional-bolt11>"] ], // additional fields as necessary... }

Addressable Job Response

A new addressable event kind, 36107, is proposed for NIP 90.

Addressable events (aka parameterised replaceable events) are events for which a relay MUST only store the most recent event identified by a "combination of kind, pubkey and the d tag value" addressable events will allow the use of public relays for IoT data whilst being "kind" to the network.

json { "pubkey": "<service-provider pubkey>", "content": "<stringified-json-array>", "kind": 36107, "tags": [ ["i", "<input-stringified-json-array>"], ["d", "<unique-string>"] ], }

In the example above, the d tag can have any value, but using a human readable string such as "iot-device-123-event-8333" can improve usability.

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• Worked on the https://nostr-php.dev docs
  • Introduction
  • Request events
  • Publish event
• Discussed a FOSDEM stand application with Jurjen and Tanja to attend that conference with Nostr
• Release version 1.4.2 of Nostr-PHP
  • https://github.com/nostrver-se/nostr-php/releases/tag/1.4.2
• Pre-release 2.0.0-alpha1
  • https://github.com/nostrver-se/nostr-php/releases/tag/2.0.0-alpha1

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Table Of Content

• BlackRock's Bold Move

• The Potential Impact on Bitcoin's Price

• The Role of Retail Investors

• The Future of Bitcoin

• Conclusion

• FAQ

The world of digital assets has been gaining significant traction, with traditional financial firms finally acknowledging that cryptocurrencies are here to stay. This shift in perception is not without reason. The potential of cryptocurrencies to revolutionize financial transactions, coupled with their growing acceptance as a legitimate asset class, has made them impossible to ignore. Among the key players making waves in the crypto space is BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, boasting $9 trillion in assets under management (AUM). The firm recently filed for permission to create a "spot market" Bitcoin-based exchange-traded fund (ETF), a move that could potentially slingshot Bitcoin's price skyward. This move signifies a significant shift in the traditional finance world's approach to digital assets, marking a new era of acceptance and integration.

BlackRock's Bold Move

BlackRock's decision to venture into the Bitcoin ETF space is a significant development in the crypto industry. The United States Securities and Exchange Commission has historically been resistant to Bitcoin ETFs, making BlackRock's move a bold one. This decision is not just a gamble but a calculated move based on the growing demand for digital assets and the potential they hold. This move, coupled with similar actions from other financial giants like Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab, and Citadel, has already had a positive impact on the crypto market. The announcement alone has boosted crypto trading markets, with Bitcoin gaining 20% in a week and surpassing the $30,000 mark for the first time since April. This price surge is a testament to the influence these financial institutions wield in the market.

The Potential Impact on Bitcoin's Price

The creation of a Bitcoin ETF by a firm as influential as BlackRock could potentially transform the Bitcoin market. Bitcoin's fixed supply limit of 21 million BTC and its existing inventory's relative illiquidity could lead to a supply-demand imbalance. With 68% of BTC in circulation remaining unmoved in the past year, there isn't a lot of stock available for BlackRock and other interested parties to snap up. If demand exceeds supply, it could inevitably lead to price gains for Bitcoin. This scenario could potentially create a bullish market for Bitcoin, driving its price to new heights. However, it's important to note that this is a hypothetical scenario, and the actual impact will depend on a variety of factors, including regulatory decisions and market dynamics.

The Role of Retail Investors

While institutional investors like BlackRock play a significant role in the crypto market, the role of retail investors cannot be overlooked. The participation of ordinary crypto users might be necessary to stabilize the price of Bitcoin. As more institutional investors enter the market, retail investors may also be encouraged to participate, potentially leading to an increase in trading volume and further price appreciation. Retail investors bring a different dynamic to the market. Their participation could lead to increased liquidity and could also serve as a counterbalance to the large trades made by institutional investors. The involvement of retail investors could also lead to a more diverse and robust market, contributing to the overall health and stability of the Bitcoin ecosystem.

The Future of Bitcoin

The entry of BlackRock and other major asset managers into the Bitcoin space could potentially stabilize Bitcoin's price at a substantially higher level than the current $30,000. However, long-term price stability also requires broad retail participation. The involvement of large financial institutions in the digital asset market has arguably had a calming effect on retail investors, which could lead to increased acceptance and trading volume in the coming months. As the market matures and regulatory clarity improves, we could see a more balanced market with both institutional and retail investors playing significant roles. This balance could contribute to the long-term stability and growth of Bitcoin's price.

Conclusion

The involvement of large financial institutions, such as BlackRock, in the crypto markets represents a significant shift and a decisive moment for these markets, both in the U.S. and globally. While it's still early days, the potential impact of BlackRock's proposed Bitcoin ETF on Bitcoin's price cannot be underestimated. If institutional investors continue to enter the market, their demand could certainly drive prices higher, potentially propelling Bitcoin's price to the moon. However, it's important to remember that the crypto market is highly volatile, and investors should always do their due diligence before making investment decisions. The future of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies remains uncertain, but the involvement of major financial institutions like BlackRock signals a promising future for these digital assets.

FAQ

What is BlackRock's recent move in the crypto space? BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has filed for permission to create a "spot market" Bitcoin-based exchange-traded fund (ETF).

How could BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF impact Bitcoin's price? The creation of a Bitcoin ETF by BlackRock could potentially increase demand for Bitcoin. Given Bitcoin's fixed supply limit, this could lead to a supply-demand imbalance and potentially drive up Bitcoin's price.

What role do retail investors play in the Bitcoin market? Retail investors play a significant role in the Bitcoin market. Their participation could lead to increased liquidity and could serve as a counterbalance to the large trades made by institutional investors.

Could BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF stabilize Bitcoin's price? The entry of BlackRock and other major asset managers into the Bitcoin space could potentially stabilize Bitcoin's price at a substantially higher level than the current one. However, long-term price stability also requires broad retail participation.

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Week 40

• Added a page with my research findings around async concurrent websocket requests: https://nostr-php.dev/references/async-concurrent-requests

Week 41

I attended the Nostrdam meetup and helped as a volunteer at the Nostr booth at the Bitcoin Amsterdam 2024 conference. Here are some photo's:

I also wrote down my personal learned lessons from this expierence: https://nostrver.se/note/my-learned-nostr-lessons-nostr-booth-bitcoin-amsterdam-2024

@ 03742c20:2df9aa5d

Strfry เป็นซอฟต์แวร์รีเลย์ที่ส่วนใหญ่เลือกจะติดตั้งใช้งานงานกันเนืองจากมันถูกเขียนด้วยภาษา C++ ทำให้รีเลย์มีขนาดที่เบาไม่กินทรัพยากรเครื่องมากอีกข้อดีคือรองรับ nip เยอะพอสมควร

ถ้าเราอยากจะเป็นเจ้ารีเลย์ Strfry บ้างล่ะต้องทำยังไง

วิธีติดตั้งรีเลย์ Strfry โดยใช้ Docker

อย่าลืมติดตั้ง Docker ให้เรียบร้อยก่อน

ดาวน์โหลดไฟล์ strfry.conf และโฟรเดอร์ strfry-db git clone https://github.com/notoshi404/nostr-relay-docker.git cd nostr-relay-docker/strfry แก้ไขไฟล์ strfry.conf sudo nano strfry.conf ``` . . relay { # Interface to listen on. Use 0.0.0.0 to listen on all interfaces (restart required) bind = "0.0.0.0"

# Port to open for the nostr websocket protocol (restart required)
port = 7777

# Set OS-limit on maximum number of open files/sockets (if 0, don't attempt to set) (restart required)
nofiles = 0

# HTTP header that contains the client's real IP, before reverse proxying (ie x-real-ip) (MUST be all lower-case)
realIpHeader = ""

info {
    # NIP-11: Name of this server. Short/descriptive (< 30 characters)
    name = "strfry"

    # NIP-11: Detailed information about relay, free-form
    description = "This is a strfry instance."

    # NIP-11: Administrative nostr pubkey, for contact purposes
    pubkey = "[Public_Key(hex)]"

    # NIP-11: Alternative administrative contact (email, website, etc)
    contact = ""

    # NIP-11: URL pointing to an image to be used as an icon for the relay
    icon = ""

    # List of supported lists as JSON array, or empty string to use default. Example: [1,2]
    nips = ""
}

. . ```

Public_Key(hex)

docker-compose.yaml services: strfry: container_name: strfry image: notoshi/strfry # original dockurr/strfry ports: - 7777:7777 volumes: - ./strfry-db:/app/strfry-db - ./strfry.conf:/etc/strfry.conf docker pull notoshi/strfry docker compose up -d เพียงเท่านี้เราก็ได้รีเลย์แล้ว

ถ้าใครอยากเปิดเป็น public ให้เพื่อน ๆ ใช้ด้วยอย่าลืมทำ proxy ใน nginx หรือใครไม่มี publicIP ก็ใช้ cloudflare tunnel ช่วยได้

มีข้อมูลจุดไหนผิดพลาดต้องขออภัยไว้ ณ ที่นี้ด้วยช่วยเสริมพูดคุยกันได้

หวังว่าบทความนี้จะเป็นประโยชน์ แล้วเจอกันใหม่ในครั้งจะพาทำเรื่องอะไรนั้นรอติดตามกัน

NOT YOUR RELAY NOT YOUR DATA

siamstr #nostr #relay

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I woke up this morning, and neither the 40-minute edited version, nor the five-minute highlights were ready yet. No chance I’m gonna spend 3.5 hours on the full game, fast forwarding through commercials with my imprecise and not-very-responsive Apple TV remote. Especially not for this game.

I’m a little annoyed I switched from the Broncos to the Saints in my home picking pool, but that’s more than offset by my starting Javonte Williams in one of the first-place BCL leagues at the last minute. Checked the box score, was like, “Hell yeah!” Imagine having left him on the bench in the hopes Rhamondre Stevenson might play or Bucky Irving would get enough carries!

• I also picked up and used Mason Tipton for my Steak League team which lost Rashid Shaheed, has Chris Olave hurt and CeeDee Lamb on bye. That worked out too.

• It was nice to see Alvin Kamara do nothing. There are a lot of teams that got off to fast starts with him in their lineups. What a contrast between this destroyed version of the Saints and the team that came out of the gates so quickly.

• From the box score it looks like Spencer Rattler did a ton of dink and dunk, and took a bunch of sacks before getting hurt.

• Bo Nix’s box score looks like something out of the 1960s. I have Courtland Sutton in the one bad BCL — had to use him with Shaheed out — and it’s just as well. I can bury that Christian McCaffrey team at the bottom of the ocean.

• I don’t know what else to say about this game except that if your star corner (Patrick Surtain) had to miss a game, this was definitely the one to miss. And if the Game Pass had to be late in editing a game, it seems like this was a good one to miss too.I woke up this morning, and neither the 40-minute edited version, nor the five-minute highlights were ready yet. No chance I’m gonna spend 3.5 hours on the full game, fast forwarding through commercials with my imprecise and not-very-responsive Apple TV remote. Especially not for this game.

@ 59df1288:92e1744f

Hey folks, it's time to dive into the latest splash from our Nostr community, where conversation topics are more unpredictable than a cat meme-dominated feed! Who knew the collision of anime avatars and Bluesky escapades could inspire such a meme tsunami, evoking nostalgia from the anime floodgates of yore? Meanwhile, our resident astrologers are sparring over election predictions, oscillating between the trustworthiness of polls and the ever-enigmatic prediction markets—which might just be a precursor to our own cosmic comedy. And if you're planning to stay fit amidst all this digital drama, don't forget to hydrate—both your body and your curiosity, because you’re going to need it to soak up the full scoop of these lively exchanges.

Anime Ava-Lanche! 🎎

Alright, so the crew is having a laugh about fiatjaf's latest escapade on the Bluesky app. They're getting flooded with anime girl memes, and it seems to have sparked quite the chatter!

Npub1dq0vnsph9wpmp9pcsc6qj2l5h7xsjyxyxt5tsl986u3v4lncknnsf8yffq is all about those furries—furries everywhere! And npub12fp3f07wum5zlp5h8js9f5j99gx0mzjr0607hxanjsp6t50rpe2sap3k9z chimed in with a vent about how Instagram can be a softcore mess 😱. It's a whole debate on how some networks feed you all sorts of cringe right from the start.

Npub1gd8e0xfkylc7v8c5a6hkpj4gelwwcy99jt90lqjseqjj2t253s2s6ch58h thinks it's all a bit better for anime lovers, though! But even they admit maybe we shouldn't be seeing everyone else's side hobbies. Meanwhile, npub1wrrzte0nd3ulxufnwqvyrn6te72jtxv9sfymmxj0mrn7dprdmr7s42pnt6 is throwing threads under the bus too! 😂

And then there's npub1nshq4pcyzdmnewg4h8yu6tsuh5t72whzkz5x4wj7t0c0cy7yyrfqq2cgnl comparing it to the early Nostr days when all you saw was "Bitcoin this, Bitcoin that." Honestly, this whole thread has been one big meme party.

Npub1uvx00x8svjwma2zhddwpthyke6zc3rrxqg5gj8mxdjv77zvwmz2qgw603z and npub1yj69jq9f977y2f7vl96m6stf3rjyf3hym8ekf3g4senlqamz8l3qfsvhk7 have even got someone named Rexy pulling out the dino-emoji game! 🦖

Looks like everyone had a blast dissecting these digital dilemmas. Don't miss out on the animated antics!

Check out the full convo here

Election Predictions and Polymarket Drama 🎰

So, Rabble kicked off an interesting chat about prediction markets and their huge role in election outcomes, especially how they're diverging from the typical polls in the upcoming U.S. elections. 🍿 The convo got spicy, with claims of one person possibly trying to sway things in favor of Trump! 🇺🇸

utxo the webmaster 🧑‍💻 chimed in, thinking polymarket folks might just be more into Trump. Then, npub193jegpe9h0csh7al22mkcstqva2ygyny7ura8kwvrn4tsmtnl4lsrxny6k jumped in, saying these predictive methods rock harder than polling. Plus, they pointed out the wild reality that neither side will claim this election has been stolen for once. Isn't that a plot twist? 🤔

npub1468024mrwz6uhywjvt8s6vw4e604egnv8tfd2m2utrmqyd3nu3fsutvgjn kept it real by insisting it’s all about managing expectations. As always, npub14pfjj6jf8y702pdjar2q36ve5r4t2gu2lp4yma00j49jkgy7d90swg7mwj added a layer of complexity, comparing the poly market to a derivative of the polls. Basically, it's all a numbers game and perception is key! 🎲✨

npub1melv683fw6n2mvhl5h6dhqd8mqfv3wmxnz4qph83ua4dk4006ezsrt5c24 wanted to mix things up with prediction markets on Nostr with zaps. That’s a new twist that could definitely shake things up! 🚀

Check out the full convo here

🎲 Predicting Election Predictions 🎲

Hey, guess what our pals on Nostr have been debating! It's all about predicting election outcomes and whether we can trust polls or those shiny prediction markets. 🗳️ npub13pdlcgrk7xpfwwcy2qjyt92jxvhkw3mh9k27zvs0jvfxa0ch88zs6sx3yr dropped some serious knowledge on data analysis and how the media might twist things, even diving into data rabbit holes. Who knew stats could be so wild?

npub1s0fs9dwztm2rukm42vh6df4a5gwykclf75tgyeuc75t0cs2eh8rsu2rqf5 threw shade at US election integrity, basically saying it's like betting on a dice roll. 🎲 Not his cup of tea, clearly. Then Moon chimed in, saying prediction markets are like a hive mind but can still get distorted. 🤨

Rabble added to the mix, hinting at potential profits from manipulation - cheeky, right? 💸 And while Moon thinks our election gridlock is part of some grand design, npub1s0fs9dwztm2rukm42vh6df4a5gwykclf75tgyeuc75t0cs2eh8rsu2rqf5 outright disagrees, casting major doubt on voting machines and exit poll suppression.

Honestly, with all this drama, it's clear nobody's getting a fortune teller gig anytime soon. 😂

Check out the full convo here.

Nostr Gossip: Search Magic and Purple TestFlight Buzz

Hey there! 🎉 So, there's been some fun chatter happening on Nostr lately. Our friend vrod kicked off an interesting convo about the new search feature. seth jumped in, all confused about finding old notes, thinking they were lost forever. 😅 But The: Daniel⚡️ swooped in, showing off some wizardry 🧙‍♂️ and got everybody amazed at how good it is now!

Meanwhile, damus dropped some deets about the new Damus TestFlight. They've got a big push on getting buddies to try it out and help make things better (or "unsuck" them, in his own words). Moon chimed in, querying if all this TestFlight jazz is necessary if you're already in Nostr Purple. Sounds like there's a lot of buzz and people are keen to see what's new! 🚀

Catch up with the full convo here.

🤔 Nostr Notes & Sneaky Sneak Peeks

Hey! So, in the latest buzz, vrod kicked things off with some excitement about a new #damus search feature, telling folks to dive into the past with their favorite #bangers. Seems like the search is the talk of the town! Gerardo was kind of surprised, like, "Whoa, there's a search now?" and npub1x8gv0umecuecqvd46tnvpthzls6zd62aeuvc0fwxg6z8pjf4jtmqda95xh was all about the hype, calling it lit with fire emojis. 🔥

npub14yf4yasnqgpkzjrzhysshglf82e8nkp8r9sn5hzqu4n244k3avtshhwpyu seemed a bit amazed too, having just sent a DM about this—talk about timing, right? They were peeping around with the eyes emoji and a purple heart. vrod reassured everyone it's always been there but got a sleek update, suggesting the universe view. Sounds fancy! And Gerardo was impressed, saying, "Oh snap!" It’s like hugs all around for the team!

Check out the full convo here.

Stewarding the Digital Spaces and Local Market Buzz 🌐

In today's Nostr catch-ups, it looks like everyone's chatting about community building and the ins-and-outs of local marketplaces. There's a cool convo led by some friend's take on how digital spaces need a steward, kind of like how physical communities have their leaders. Seems like npub1m2u4v2jtz4np0y3lk2anr4vm4vr4l7jlr7y94qglhfrgewsczchqg6y2gl is trying to "purple pill" or "orange swallow" Facebook marketplace fans into Nostr markets. Sounds like a scheme, but apparently, it's all about trying new things in the digital trading space. Then, schmijos shared that local second-hand exchanges are buzzing there, while npub1mvfmxhy4mfujqpjawsnp4ucsa03chrau4ly9u5js35n5r3f48wjqcks7g2 is super bullish on $NOSTR. 🙌

Check out the full convo here.

Pumping Iron and Healing Vibes 💪

Meanwhile, vrod kicked off a chat about their workout regime that's got everyone sharing their fitness journeys. mcshane is dealing with some medical things but isn't letting it stop them from staying active—lifting when it doesn't hurt and dreaming of jiu-jitsu in November. 😅 Meanwhile, npub1ruj546gf5d4sqqxrk68ndwf245tg73fjwfwhekdk0adsjzy0yyjsrzsqw2 offers up a solid reminder: sometimes resting up is the best medicine, which is hard for mcshane to accept!

Check out the full convo here.

App Store Frustrations 📱

Lastly, dtonon had a mini-rant about trying to test Strike. It's apparently distributed through the app store but isn't showing up as available in their region—frustrating, right? Gotta love that regional availability drama!

Catch you up soon with more Nostr tea! ☕

All About the APK Obsession 📲

So, npub1qqsvf646uxlreajhhsv9tms9u6w7nuzeedaqty38z69cpwyhv89ufcqpz9mhxue69uhkummnw3ezuamfdejj70v5n7z was super curious about getting direct access to some APKs and suggested zap.store might be the place. It turned into a little Q&A sesh with npub16v82nr4xt62nlydtj0mtxr49r6enc5r0sl2f7cq2zwdw7q92j5gs8meqha wondering if Strike is open-source, and dtonon looking for those trustworthy download spots. 🤔 Thanks to Derek Ross, some clarity emerged around APK Mirror, with a little nod to some past buddy vibes. 😄

Check out the full convo here.

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Random Trivia Madness 😂

Vitor Pamplona shared some random trivia goodness that had npub1xjtu3nk7m7zsxh4wj0apf3xlcl532xqfw2znte4748sxw3s2rlhqcuemqn chuckling and loving the unexpected info drops. npub1smreuk4gcs0k3jdz8zzckzxy6c7pkr8x6nafd5e2jr0jt0vrkpeqvpxn8w simply didn't need this kind of enlightenment, while npub16pcgz3fct9znjcv37sn7zdrtk4xgjsgla7rm6dz82y9syashr7mq7nafu7 threw in a "slow worm" comment to keep things mysterious. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Check out the full convo here.

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October Mysteries and Gear Talks 🏕️

elsat dropped a little heart-eyed emoji, sparking a convo about upcoming weather surprises. plebiANON was wowed and pondered about October norms, and laughed about those unprepared jeans-and-tennis-shoes folks. NGMI moments, right? 😂

Check out the full convo here.

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Countdown Snapshots ⏱️

emperor's new groove brought up a neat 07min56s snapshot! npub1hee433872q2gen90cqh2ypwcq9z7y5ugn23etrd2l2rrwpruss8qwmrsv6 was in the comments twice, hinting at some Japanese-related intrigue. Are we talking translations, or is there some other story behind the scenes? 🤔

Check out the full convo here.

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Tech Troubles and Feature Fun 🎉

Hey there! So, here's the scoop on our pals' latest Nostr chats. Everyone's been buzzing, and here's what you missed!

In the first chat, vrod kicked things off, trying to figure out some version stuff for TestFlight. But no worries, SimplestBitcoinBook swooped in saying their update worked like a charm, complete with a happy emoji! 🎉

Then, vrod was hyping up a purple-themed test that's about to go public. TKay was so excited about a new feature and wondered why it wasn't the talk of the town! But our friend, vrod, playfully hinted at some sneaky marketing tactics with a cheeky hashtag. 😅 #Unmarketing

Moving on, there was some experimenting with image uploads — everyone's favorite dog content was making the rounds! npub14yf4yasnqgpkzjrzhysshglf82e8nkp8r9sn5hzqu4n244k3avtshhwpyu chimed in, fascinated by some pretty eyes, and got a loving emoji nod from npub1xwwmvty3er863uy9lz03zhc6m9wlzr88f9esywdkq4xjg5en9yyqktl3nz 🥰

But wait, there's tech talk too. danieldaquino wanted to know what device TKay was using, which turned out to be an iPhone 14 Pro Max — ooh, fancy! The scrolling speed on Damus was praised, and there was a hint that the mechanics might've changed... but it's likely just their phone being picky. 😁

Finally, a doozy on social platforms: Rabble brought up how folks are jumping ship from Twitter to Bluesky due to changes in blocking features. npub1kpwmzh57k9nyae54myvw8204r5a0mw47egtmsxewytm2qtxltdsqww0yvj was a bit skeptical, surprised at the motivations for leaving Twitter behind.

Check out the full convo here

Who's Sending What? 🤔

In a brain-bending twist, tyiu explained how you can be both the sender and receiver of a message if you send a copy to yourself. A real "wait, what?" moment! calvadev⚡️ chimed in, finally understanding how all the DM secrecy works, thanking tyiu for clearing the air. The crew's gearing up for some serious tech shifts to upgrade their chatting game. 🚀

Check out the full convo here

The Job Hunt Hustle 💼

elsat threw out a mysterious job offer, and npub1njst6azswskk5gp3ns8r6nr8nj0qg65acu8gaa2u9yz7yszjxs9s6k7fqx, ever the spirited one, dove right in saying, "Fuck it, I'll do it. When do I start?" 😂 Meanwhile, npub18gyx2szjxlm3m853fch0z4u3257cftlw3mn22l9c7afu50qse0jq67lymq cracked a joke about getting paid in "experience" and "exposure". Classic banter, got to love it!

Check out the full convo here

Smart Card Mysteries🔍

elsat was a bit puzzled about a new product floating around the chat. Semisol came to the rescue, explaining it's a cool smart card that supports all kinds of fancy tech stuff like NFC and xprvs. Plus, you can secure it with a PIN code. They've tweaked the survey for clarity, so hopefully, there won't be any more head-scratching moments!

Check out the full convo here

Video Player Vibes 🎬

vrod teased the group with news of a brand-new video player coming to #damus soon. Everybody’s curious about what it might bring to the table, and it’s got folks buzzing on what might be next for their viewing pleasure. Is it going to revolutionize how we watch stuff? Only time will tell, but anticipation's in the air! 🍿

Check out the full convo here

Damus Lovers Unite! 😍

So, our buddy 4evangeli0n was raving about sticking with #Damus despite some pesky video player hiccups. They're all in for the long haul, cheering on the growth and celebrating the freedom that comes with #nostr. Loyalty level: 100!

Jumping in with a boost of good vibes, vrod simply threw in a heartfelt "Thank you! 💜" showing some love right back. You know, just spreading the positive energy all around. 🙌

Check out the full convo here

@ 765da722:17c600e6

*“‘Paul … set apart for the gospel of God … to bring about the obedience of faith for the sake of his name among all the nations, including you who are called to belong to Jesus Christ” *Romans 1:1-6.

“Are you a member of our rewards program?” the cashier asks me at whatever random store I am buying an item. Before I put my phone number into their machine to see, I ask what benefit I will reap for belonging. The poor young woman does not know. Perhaps she’s never been asked before. We just simply belong to things today, and the commitment is so low.

Sadly, this secular way of thinking has crept into the church. Both Satan and Jesus have been campaigning long for your vote. Your soul is at stake. The promises from the “father of lies” have proven to be empty while those of the One who embodies truth have proved to be “precious and very great.”

So, the next lie is that you “belong” to God with very little invested. The devil doesn’t stop us from going to Bible class or worship services when it’s convenient to us. Nor does he shake when we obey the gospel as he knows we won’t grow in our faith. Just as long as we’ll shrug at the pearly gates when asked if we belong.

Bible #commitment #belonging

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Ele oferece a opção de utilizar autenticação de dois fatores para aumentar ainda mais a segurança. O aplicativo foi desenvolvido em 2016 pelo americano Mo Bitar para oferecer um lugar seguro para armazenar informações pessoais sem a preocupação de que seus dados sejam coletados ou expostos a terceiros.

O Standard Notes é um cofre de aço para seus dados mais confidenciais, que protege suas anotações e arquivos com criptografia de ponta a ponta líder do setor e auditada 4x. Armazene com segurança todos os seus dados confidenciais em um só lugar e acesse-os de todos os seus dispositivos, com a certeza de que seus dados estarão sempre protegidos pelos mais altos padrões de segurança.

Ao contrário de outros serviços de anotações, o Standard Notes apresenta medidas de segurança avançadas e controles de privacidade que protegem seus dados contra hacks, violações de dados, acesso do governo e até mesmo acesso de funcionários. Ele defende a privacidade dos usuários e apresenta políticas revisadas por pares e auditáveis.

O Standard Notes utiliza criptografia de ponta a ponta para proteger todos os dados, que são criptografados sempre que tocam um disco, como em seus servidores ou no dispositivo do usuário. Auditorias independentes são realizadas periodicamente em sua criptografia, aplicativo e código do servidor para garantir que os dados estejam protegidos. O código aberto do Standard Notes permite que os usuários tenham clareza sobre como seus dados estão sendo tratados em cada etapa do caminho. Ele não coleta ou armazena informações do usuário, como endereço IP ou agente do usuário, para proteger a privacidade.

1. Acesse a F-droid ou Google Play Store em seu dispositivo Android.

2. siga as instruções para criar uma conta ou fazer login em uma conta existente.

3. Comece a criar suas notas e armazenar outras informações importantes com a tranquilidade de que seus dados estão seguros e protegidos.

https://github.com/standardnotes

@ 4ba8e86d:89d32de4

Ele é baseado no conceito de "separação de privilégios", o que significa que ele separa o sistema operacional em duas máquinas virtuais separadas, uma para o sistema operacional e outra para as aplicações. Isso permite que as aplicações rodem em um ambiente isolado e seguro, sem acesso direto à rede e aos recursos do sistema, protegendo assim a privacidade do usuário.

O Whonix foi lançado em 2012 como uma iniciativa do desenvolvedor alemão Patrick Schleizer. Ele criou o Whonix como uma resposta à crescente preocupação com a privacidade e o anonimato on-line, especialmente após as revelações de Edward Snowden sobre a vigilância em massa realizada pela NSA.

O Whonix foi projetado para ser usado em conjunto com a rede Tor, que é uma rede de comunicação anônima que permite que os usuários naveguem na internet sem revelar sua localização ou identidade. O Whonix permite que os usuários se conectem à rede Tor de forma segura e anônima, sem expor seu endereço IP ou outras informações pessoais.

O Whonix funciona em duas partes: o Gateway e o Workstation. O Gateway é a máquina virtual que lida com todo o tráfego de rede e estabelece a conexão com a rede Tor. O Workstation é a máquina virtual que você usa para suas atividades online. As duas máquinas virtuais se comunicam apenas através de uma rede privada, o que garante que o tráfego da rede esteja completamente isolado.

O Whonix vem pré-configurado com várias ferramentas de privacidade e segurança, como o navegador Tor, o cliente de email Thunderbird com suporte a criptografia, a suíte de criptografia GnuPG, entre outras. Além disso, ele possui uma série de recursos de segurança, como proteção contra vazamentos de DNS, capacidade de rotear todo o tráfego através da rede Tor, bloqueio de conexões não autorizadas, entre outros.

O Whonix resolve o problema de privacidade e segurança online, fornecendo um ambiente totalmente isolado e anônimo para navegar na web, enviar emails, trocar mensagens instantâneas e outras atividades online. Ele também ajuda a proteger os dados pessoais do usuário de roubo de identidade e outras ameaças de segurança.

Além disso, o Whonix é uma ótima opção para quem vive ou trabalha em países com censura na internet, já que a rede Tor é capaz de contornar bloqueios de conteúdo e oferecer acesso à internet de forma anônima e segura.

O Whonix é uma solução completa para quem busca privacidade e segurança online. Ele oferece um ambiente totalmente isolado e anônimo para todas as atividades online, garantindo a proteção dos dados pessoais e a privacidade do usuário. Com uma série de recursos de segurança e ferramentas pré-configuradas, o Whonix é uma ótima opção para quem deseja navegar na web com privacidade e segurança, independentemente de onde estejam.

https://github.com/Whonix

https://www.whonix.org/

@ 4ba8e86d:89d32de4

Ele utiliza criptografia forte para criptografar os arquivos antes de serem enviados para a nuvem, garantindo que apenas o proprietário dos arquivos tenha acesso a eles.

O Cryptomator é gratuito para uso em sistemas operacionais como Windows, macOS e Linux, mas requer uma licença paga para uso em iOS e Android. A licença pode ser adquirida por meio do ProxyStore https://digitalgoods.proxysto.re/en , que aceita pagamentos em Bitcoin e moedas fiduciárias.

Desenvolvido por Tobias Hagemann e Christian Schmickler, dois engenheiros de software alemães, o Cryptomator surgiu com o objetivo de criar uma solução acessível e fácil de usar para proteger arquivos armazenados na nuvem. Lançado pela primeira vez em 2016, rapidamente ganhou popularidade na comunidade de privacidade e segurança cibernética.

O Cryptomator é uma ferramenta simples para autodefesa digital. Ele permite que você proteja seus dados na nuvem sozinho e de forma independente.

A maioria dos provedores de nuvem criptografa dados apenas durante a transmissão ou mantém as chaves para descriptografia para si. Essas chaves podem ser roubadas, copiadas ou mal utilizadas. Graças ao Cryptomator, só você tem a chave dos seus dados em mãos.

O Cryptomator permite que você acesse seus arquivos de todos os seus dispositivos. É fácil de usar e se integra perfeitamente entre seus dados e a nuvem.

Como o Cryptomator protege seus dados?

A tecnologia do Cryptomator atende aos padrões mais recentes e criptografa arquivos e nomes de arquivos com AES e comprimento de chave de 256 bits.

Para começar com o Cryptomator, você atribui uma senha para uma pasta - nós a chamamos de cofre - dentro de sua nuvem. Isso é tudo. Nenhuma criação de chave complicada, nenhum registro, nenhuma configuração!

Para acessar o cofre, basta digitar a senha novamente. Você receberá uma unidade virtual criptografada para a qual poderá mover seus dados - exatamente como uma unidade flash USB. Sempre que você armazena algo nesta unidade, o Cryptomator criptografa os dados automaticamente. Bem simples, certo?

A tecnologia por trás disso é de última geração e criptografa arquivos e nomes de arquivos com AES e comprimento de chave de 256 bits. Isso significa: se alguém examinar a pasta em sua nuvem, não poderá tirar nenhuma conclusão sobre seus dados.

Você não precisa confiar cegamente no Cryptomator, porque é um software de código aberto . Para você como usuário, isso significa que todos podem ver o código.

Auditado por pesquisadores de segurança

Além de auditorias de segurança independentes , o software é continuamente e publicamente testado de forma automatizada e possui uma qualidade de código mensurável e cobertura de teste muito acima da média do setor.

O Cryptomator é uma poderosa adição ao seu arsenal de segurança, fornecendo uma camada adicional de proteção aos seus arquivos armazenados na nuvem. Ao combiná-lo com boas práticas de segurança cibernética, você pode desfrutar de maior tranquilidade e controle sobre seus dados pessoais e confidenciais.

O Cryptomator é uma solução confiável e acessível para proteger seus arquivos na nuvem. Com sua criptografia forte, código aberto e facilidade de uso, ele permite que você mantenha a posse exclusiva de suas informações, garantindo que apenas você tenha acesso aos seus arquivos. Ao adotar medidas adicionais de segurança e escolher cuidadosamente seu provedor de armazenamento em nuvem, você pode fortalecer ainda mais sua postura de segurança cibernética e proteger seus dados de maneira eficaz.

https://cryptomator.org/

https://github.com/cryptomator/cryptomator

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Note: This is not some fancy writing piece. this is just brain farting that I thought it was too long for a regular post.

Alex Gleason is always doing a lot of crazy interesting work. Ditto is a step in the right direction for an alternate type of relay ecosystem that runs alongside the standard globally focused community we all know.

While #Ditto is awesome, what I'd really like to see something similar, but more focused on a multi-community experience that simultaneously makes each community's viewing experience focused only on that community's content. Just for fun, to write down some ideas, below are the 2 big changes that I think would make ditto the ultimate "communities" system that could trounce Reddit.

1. Single relay experience on the domain:

By default, I think community sites should only show content from the built in relay (or a relay group for redundancy). Currently on ditto.pub, when you first sign in, it feels a lot like any other web nostr client. The default home just shows follows I have from other relays instead of being thrown into the community content. You have to click the local feed, to filter the community's content, but it's limited to people who registered a NIP-05 for that domain. I think that it would be great if you could contribute with any NIP-05 and it counts as community content. That could be accomplished by equate community content to content posted on the relay. There are countless apps to get a feed of your relays, so it doesn't benefit me to see it on a communty's domain.

2. Sister client giving multi-community aggregation experience:

I think communities should like pokemon and you grab the ones to identify with. Create a set of web and mobile app clients that manage viewing and switching single relays at a time. The client experience would be like reddit where you navigate ditto communities like subreddits. If a community is a pokemon, then this is the pokedex? OK I actually don't know shit about pokemon so that might not be the slam dunk I thought it was. Whoops.

Ideas / more particulars

• To see a community's content, you add a community relay subscribing to subreddit, or simply visit the domain.
• Another great feature would be customizing the relays that make up your home feed, and making other named combo-feeds (especially awesome if you are a part of 2 rival communities who's focus generally overlap)
• The client would use more globally used relays to handle settings like your list followed ditto communities, etc (configurable)
• Similarly, to help users find communities, ditto servers can optionally publish their relay info to a list on a "discovery" relay. Main popular discovery relays would be set by default (where communities publish discovery info to), but could be configured to other relays (if people wanted to set up custom curation relays or something.)
• Registering a domain handle (NIP-05) at the community domain can be more focused on people with relay moderation roles, or just people who really for some reason want that community to be their whole identity (i don't personally get that, which is why mastodon is not for me)
• Communities could work independently of the aggregator app(s) If people just wanted to visit the domain to post (from any NIP-05)

@ b6424601:a11e4ff4

The Somali pirates wanted a single Bitcoin in a ransomware attack on my company's server back when a Bitcoin was $500 bucks. Our IT guy said he could not do anything, so I first had to figure out how to buy a Bitcoin by listening to a Modern Survival Podcast I listened to on dog walks to learn about permaculture and homesteading ideas for our lake house. So, I bought a Bitcoin in a Satoshi paper wallet and learned enough how to exchange Fiat and send BTC to pay off the pirates. I remember my wife asking if I had purchased 2 of them; of course, the answer was NO.

Fast forward to April 2021, when the BTC had run up to the mid-$50Ks. The paper wallet in my desk drawer kept calling out to me, and I wondered if there was any change from my single Bitcoin pirate payoff. After figuring out I needed the Wallet of Satoshi application on my phone, I shot the QR code. To my amazement, the change from a 2015 Bitcoin was worth a few thousand dollars. At that point, I became very interested and started down the traditional rabbit hole, listening to the entire Michael Saylor/ Breedlove What is Money series, other random crypto podcasts, and YouTube crypto videos. I tried to figure out what the best practices were for this stuff and ended up keeping a diversified portfolio of 80% Bitcoin and 20% shitcoins. By the end of 2021, I made a big bet with Bitcoin and other shit coins with my end-of-the-year bonus to attempt to get a bump to pay for the world's coolest dock at our lake house. We are going to $100K for sure, RIGHT?

With full-on FOMO and greed at the party, 2022 was very educational in a living through-your-mistakes kind of way. I had to start selling assets as draws occurred on the dock construction. I had learned each trade was a taxable event to report on taxes late in 2021. As the payment requests were coming in from my Dock Contractor, I was selling TSLA gains (different dock story) and BTC to balance out gains. I was pissed at the time, but I was selling on the way down first, starting with the shitcoins after observing how fast they were cratering. I observed the bears jumping on BTC at a slower rate, from $50K at the beginning of January to $25K at the beginning of June 2022.

The results and my BTC progression:

The dock is our favorite place and an asset to our lives worthy of trading some hard assets. I was thankful I did not leverage for the "certain" run-up and had assets to trade to my dock personal architecture.

During the bear market in 2022, I realized that I was a good architect but a lousy trader. It seems easier to use DCA and HODL to reduce the time and effort of figuring out which shiny object to speculate on.

In 2022, I learned there is at least one benefit to being older, especially if you are over 59.5. I worked with our office's 401K administrator to modify our plan to allow in-service Roth rollovers. 59.5+ year olds can also roll over Traditional IRAs. I even sold some Google shares from the original Dutch Auction to roll into a BTC IRA account.

In 2023, we worked with our business tax accountants and attorney to revise our business partnership agreement and corporate structure to allow the partner's autonomy to decide where to hold firm equity. I could retain our studio profit in a business account. My studio's equity has now been moved from a bank business account to a business BTC account without causing a capital gain tax event.

In 2024, our business is working to figure out how to use this stuff to behold a corporate treasury. We have been working with Jon Gordon at Satoshi Health Advisors to set up Bitcoin systems to receive and make payments. We are paying for those consulting services with lighting through business accounts. This sounds like a small step, but involves jumping through some flaming hoops for a small business.

2025, my goals are to start receiving initial payments, consultation payments, and selling a product on our website in Lighting or BTC. I want to use experience for clients sending us initial project payments to let them see the utility, lower cost, and ease of network use. I see these small initial moves as stepping stones toward using BTC as our unit of account.

For the first time in my business life, there is a simple pattern to follow: do the work we believe in and our clients value, design your business systems to make a profit, and then retain profits in BTC accounts. We are not a public company, so the MicroStrategy convertible bond strategy won't work for us. However, for small business owners in the design and building industry, holding BTC on your balance sheet should make us stronger and more resilient as assets shift from real estate and bonds to BTC. The next steps could be self-actualizing.

HODL on

Bryan

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"I want to learn to read and write mommy."

I designed this workbook for my eldest when she was 5 years old. She came to me one day asking me, "Mommy, I want to learn to read and write."

The first book I designed (the one she used) was done by hand with pencil and paper. I wanted to digitize the worksheets for my other children to print and reuse, but at the time I had no experience with digital design. Since I was a Linux user I used Libre Office and Inkscape. Learning on the go eventually publishing 4 workbooks and 1 basic reader all crafted with open source software. At first workbooks were only available in Afrikaans, but I had many requests to also publish them in English and now all of my material is available in English and Afrikaans.

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Since 2024 my digital books are available for free (no strings attached) for anyone to use, they have also been updated and revamped to be Bitcoin-friendly. All I ask is that you refer to my website or Nostr account when sharing.

I am not a teacher and have no degree or diploma in education. Just a mom that had difficulty finding classical education workbooks to help my daughter learn to read and write. I took it upon myself to design something that worked for us.

I hope you find this helpful. Enjoy, and follow me on Nostr.

About this workbook

An educational exercise book teaching children to read and write during the foundation phase. “Look mommy, I can read and write” is for home and classroom use. It can be used as an extra aid for Grade R or Grade 1 curriculum or as a revision book.

Each exercise was drafted by hand and then digitized. The letters had to be as similar to hand written symbols as possible. It was well researched. Due to the fact that all is in black and white, the children can be more creative by using colour pencils and crayons.

The first letter is the letter “a”, then follows the letter “d”. By doing just the first two letter exercises the child will already be able to sound (read) the word “dad”. Each letter consists of three exercises.

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There are many pictures to colour, sentence and word building exercises.

This book is particularly ideal for parents who want to play an active role in this phase of their child’s development and education. It will also give satisfaction to the parent that wants to teach his/her own child to read and write by working together in the book.

It is a great homework aid for teachers to send home for extra repetition.

(The character style and writing symbols may differ depending on the country you live in.)

DOWNLOAD PDF HERE!

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Written, designed and cover by SemcoMama

semcomama.co.za / semcomama.npub.pro

© All rights reserved. Feel free to share with all mommies out there and you can also follow me on Nostr @semcomama. If you appreciate my work and found value in it zap me some sats. (through my website or my Nostr account).

education

@ ebdee929:513adbad

Software Setup Links:

DC-1 as a monitor:

• SuperDisplay Setup | Best for Windows
• SpaceDesk Wireless and Wired Display Setup | Windows PC Users
• Chrome Remote Desktop Setup | Anyone

APK Installation guide

Purchase and setup links:

Keyboards:

• Keys-To-Go 2 White Keyboard | Logitech
• Keys-To-Go 2 Bluetooth Setup
• Magic Keyboard White | Apple through Amazon.com
• Magic Keyboard Bluetooth Setup
• Air 60 V2 with Blue Switches | Nuphy
• Air 60 V2 Keyboard Folio | Nuphy
• Air 60 V2 Bluetooth and Folio Setup
• Magic Keyboard Case | Fintie through Amazon.com

Pens:

• Premium White Pen
• Ultra Premium Lamy Pen | Amazon.com
• Samsung S Pens (Multiple):
• Small (Galaxy Note Series Style)
• Cheaper Alternative (ZERO Quality Guarantees)
• Medium (Galaxy Fold Style with smooth tip)
• Cheaper Alternative (ZERO Quality Guarantees)
• Larger (Galaxy Tab Style)
• Cheaper Alternative (ZERO Quality Guarantees)

Pen Setup: Just touch the screen and it works, no pairing or charging needed.

Others:

• Bluelight Free Light Bulb | Amazon.com
• Light Bulb Setup
• Comfy Green Sleeve | Amazon.com

Keys-To-Go 2 Bluetooth Setup:

• Step 1: Unbox keyboard from box
• Step 2: Open keyboard and pull tab to enable batteries and keyboard function
• Step 3: Ensure Switch on back of product is in the position where green is showing, not off where red is showing
• Step 4: Hold the key labeled ‘fn’ meanwhile you hold the ‘g’ key for 3 seconds to put the keyboard into android mode, since this is an android tablet
• Step 5: Hold the key labeled ‘fn’ meanwhile you hold the key labeled ‘F1 with the image of the laptop and phone for 3 seconds to put profile 1 into bluetooth pairing mode
• Step 6: On your Daylight DC-1, swipe down on the top of the screen, swipe down again, click on the settings icon that looks like a gear in the bottom right corner
• Step 7: In settings, click the second from the top menu item on the left called ‘Connected devices’ (it says Bluetooth, pairing underneath it)
• Step 8: Click on the button labeled ‘Pair new device’
• Step 9: Under available devices tap on Keys-To-Go 2
• Step 10: It will ask you to type some numbers and hit return/ enter, once you do so the device will show up as connected under ‘Saved Devices’
• Step 11: Turn off the keyboard with the switch on the back if you desire, this will disconnect it from the device

Appendix: Keys-To-Go 2 Documentation:

Apple Magic Keyboard Setup:

• Step 1: Unbox keyboard from box
• Step 2: Ensure Switch on back of product is in the position where green is showing
• Step 3: On your Daylight DC-1, swipe down on the top of the screen, swipe down again, click on the settings icon that looks like a gear in the bottom right corner
• Step 4: In settings, click the second from the top menu item on the left called ‘Connected devices’ (it says Bluetooth, pairing underneath it)
• Step 5: Click on the button labeled ‘Pair new device’
• Step 6: Under available devices tap on Magic Keyboard
• Step 7: It will ask you to type some numbers and hit return/ enter, once you do so the device will show up as connected under ‘Saved Devices’
• Step 8: Turn off the keyboard with the switch on the back if you desire, this will disconnect it from the device

Spacedesk Setup:

THIS IS ONLY FOR PEOPLE USING A WINDOWS PC

• Step 1: Open the Google Play Store: On your device, slide in from the side until and move till you get to the letter ‘P’ and tap ‘Play Store’
• Step 2: Search for SpaceDesk: In the Google Play Store, tap on the search bar at the top and type "SpaceDesk". As you type, suggestions will appear below the search bar. Tap on "SpaceDesk - USB Display for PC" when it appears.
• Step 3: Download and Install the Driver: Visit the

official Spacedesk website and download

the ‘Windows 10/11 (64-bit)’ Spacedesk driver for Windows. Follow the on-screen instructions to install it on your PC. - Step 4: Launch Spacedesk Server: After installation, open the Spacedesk Driver Console application on your Windows PC.

- Step 5: Click the ‘USB Cable Driver Android’ button, then enable the ‘USB Cable Android’ option and let it apply.

- Step 6: Open Spacedesk App: On your Android device, open the Spacedesk app you installed earlier. - Step 7: Improve Quality: Click on the ‘3 lines’ icon and then settings.

- Under ‘Rotation’ enable ‘Auto-Rotation’ and under ‘Quality/Performance’ slide ‘Image Quality’ to max (the right) and set ‘Custom FPS Rate’ to 60. - Step 7A (for wired use): Plug the tablet into your PC - Step 7B (for wired use): Enable USB File Transfer: Swipe down on status bar (the bar at the top of the screen with wifi and notification icons etc. There will be a notification under the ‘Silent’ category named ‘Charging this device via USB’, tap on it to expand it, then tap once more time when it says ‘Tap for more options’. This will open up a menu, all you need to do is click ‘File Transfer’ under the section called ‘Use USB for’ - Step 8: Connect: Reopen the Spacedesk app (use the back arrow or button to leave the settings menu should you need). The app should now detect your Windows PC through USB OR wireless. Tap the listing under your computer's name for wireless connection, or tap the little trident USB icon at the bottom middle of the screen for wired connection, which is recommended.

SuperDisplay Setup:

THIS IS ONLY FOR PEOPLE USING A WINDOWS PC

• Step 1: Open the Google Play Store on the tablet: On your device, slide in from the side until and move till you get to the letter ‘P’ and tap ‘Play Store’
• Step 2: Search for SuperDisplay: In the Google Play Store, tap on the search bar at the top and type "SuperDisplay". As you type, suggestions will appear below the search bar. Tap on "SuperDisplay - Virtual Monitor" when it appears.
• Step 3: Download and Install the Driver on your Windows PC: Visit the

official SuperDisplay website and download

the Windows driver. Follow the on-screen instructions to install it on your PC. - Step 4: Launch SuperDisplay : After installation, open the SuperDisplay Settings application on your Windows PC by hitting the ‘Windows’ Key and typing ‘SuperDisplay Settings’ - Step 5: Launch the application on your tablet. - Step 6: Go into SuperDisplay settings by clicking the settings gear icon in the top right corner. Under ‘Advanced settings’ click ‘Quality’ and slide it to 100. - Step 7 (Wireless): IP Address: Back out of the settings and input the IP address into the desktop program. (Both devices need to be on the same wifi) - Step 7 (Wired): Plug the tablet into the PC - Step 8: Start the connection on the tablet by clicking the central button! - Step 9: In Windows, hit the ‘Windows’ key, type display and hit enter. This will take you to display settings. In display settings set the displays to ‘extend’ and then confirm the change. Select the DC-1 display by clicking the square it is associated with, then set the display to 1584 x 1184 resolution, confirm this by hitting ‘keep changes’, then set to 125% scale.

Chrome Remote Desktop Setup:

Note: This prefers Chrome itself on the tablet and REQUIRES a chromium based browser to be installed on your computer, examples of chromium based browsers are Chrome, Edge, Arc, Opera etc. Basically anything but Safari or Firefox will do. This is because a chrome extension needs to be installed. Both devices need to be signed in to the same Google account to see each other.

• Step 1:

Go to this website

and click the download button here:

- Step 2: Get the extension in the window that pops up:

- Step 3: Once installed, click the download button AGAIN and it will show what is shown below, a program called ‘chromeremotedesktophost’ will download, install it.

- Step 4: In the play store, install the ‘Chrome Remote Desktop’ app and open it, the app's name will be just ‘remote desktop’ as a heads up. - Step 5: On the computer, go to

https://g.co/crd/headless

and click set up remote access under the ‘Remote Access’ tab. Then set a computer name and pin. Accept whatever permissions pop up on your computer

- Step 6: If you have Chrome itself installed on the tablet it will open a page, click the ‘Access my computer’ button, then under remote Access click your device.

APK Installation Guide:

• Note on APK’s: These are apps from outside official sources, they might not update from the play store and in rare cases can have different functionality. Apply extra caution and source these app files from good sources like

https://www.apkmirror.com/

. Just like through the play store or other sources, malicious files can be spread, use common sense and generally avoid downloading any ‘hack’ apps that claim to unlock features. - Step 1: One the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen, also called the status bar - Step 2: Swipe down again till the settings tiles fill the screen, then click the gear icon in the bottom right hand corner of the screen which will take you to the settings application - Step 3: In settings, tap ‘Apps’, then ‘Special app access’, then ‘Install unknown apps’ - Step 4: Tap your preferred browser application then enable the ‘Allow from this source’ toggle - Step 5: Open your browser of choice, and search ‘apkmirror’ and navigate to

apkmirror.com

, or just type

https://apkmirror.com/ - Step 6: On the apkmirror website, search your application name in the search bat at the top of the apkmirror website. After you search find your app in the results and tap the most recent version. Dismiss any ads you might see. - Step 7: Under the text ‘Verified safe to install (read more)’ tap the button called ‘SCROLL TO AVAILABLE DOWNLOADS’ - Step 8: Find a file tagged ‘APK’ not ‘BUNDLE’ - Step 9: Click on the Download Arrow and line icon that looks like this ⬇️ - Step 10: Under ‘Verified safe to install (read more)’ tap ‘DOWNLOAD APK’ - Step 11: If it appears, dismiss the warning for ‘File might be harmful’ by tapping ‘Download anyway’ - Step 12: After your apk downloads, either - Tap ‘Open’ on the ‘File Download’ Pop-Up - Go to the home screen and open the files app, navigate to the downloads folder and tap on the downloaded apk - Step 13: Tap ‘INSTALL’ on the popup that appears. After it installs tap ‘OPEN’ - Step 14: The app will now be on your device and you can search and open it like every other app

Touch grass,

Daylight Team

@ bcea2b98:7ccef3c9

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/728382

@ 599f67f7:21fb3ea9

Nostr proxy baten erabilera modu oso eraginkorra da internet banda-zabaleraren eta mugikorretan bateriaren kontsumoa optimizatzeko.

Proxy batek hainbat errelei-konexio konexio bakarrean biltzen dituenez, baliabideen erabilera nabarmen murrizten du, eta erabiltzailearen IP helbidea ezkutatuz pribatutasun-geruza bat gehitzen du.

Hona hemen nola funtzionatzen duen eta nola konfigura daitekeen:

Nola funtzionatzen du?

Nostr proxy batek hainbat erreleirekin konektatzen du. Errele horietara gertaerak eskuratu eta argitaratzen ditu. Bezeroaren aplikazioak WebSocket konexio bakarra ireki behar du proxy-ra, eta horren bidez proxy-ak konektatuta dituen errele guztiak eskuragarri izango ditu.

Irudiaren egiletza: Yonle 2023

Bezeroak konexio bakarra irekitzen duenez, datuak eta bateria aurrezten ditu.

Proxy-ak bezeroaren izenean erreleekin konektatzen denez, erreleek proxy-aren IP helbidea ikusten dute, eta ez bezeroarena. (Hala ere, proxy hornitzailearengan konfiantza izan behar duzu).

Erabiltzeko Modua

Nostr proxy bat erraz auto-ostata daiteke. Auto-ostatatzeko jarraibideak lortzeko, begiratu nostr:npub1x3azxuysp5vmfer4vgs4jn5tmfcx4ew8sh0qnev7gczljxsr7jwqa3g4el erabiltzailearen biltegi hau.

Auto-ostatzeko baliabiderik ez dutenentzat, Bitcoin Txoko-k komunitate-instantzia bat ostalaratzen du.

Erabiltzeko, gehitu besterik ez duzu:

wss://bostr.bitcointxoko.com

zure errele zerrendara.

Orain ez duzunez zuzeneko konexioak behar, errele bikoiztuak ezabatu ditzakezu.

Ikusiko dugu elkar Nostr-en!

@ bcea2b98:7ccef3c9

Sometimes you have to take risks to grow. What's the biggest risk you've ever taken that ended up paying off.

My biggest risk that paid off was moving to another country and starting a new life 10 years ago due to corruption and torture in my home country.

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/728159

@ c0f9e286:5a223917

หัวใจของธุรกิจเครือข่ายที่ทำให้คนๆหนึ่งมีรายได้หลักแสน หลักล้านคุณคิดว่าคืออะไร?? ปริมาณสินค้าที่ขายได้ หรือที่จริงแล้วคือจำนวนคนที่ทำงานภายใต้สายงานของคุณกันแน่

คำตอบคือ คนใต้สายงานคุณนั่นแหละ ที่คุณต้องเสียเวลาปั้นให้เขาเป็นทีมของคุณ และไปหาคนใหม่ๆเข้ามา เพื่อขยายทีมให้ใหญ่เป็น Snowball Effect ไปเรื่อยๆ แล้วคนที่อยู่ด้านบนสุดของเครือข่ายก็จะได้ประโยชน์ไล่ลงไปเป็นลำดับชั้น ธุรกิจเครือข่ายบอกคุณว่านั่นแหละคือ Assets ก็คือคนข้างล่างเปรียบเสมือนเครื่องจักรมนุษย์ที่คอยทำงานให้คุณตลอดเวลา

ปัญหาคือ Assets ชนิดนี้มี Counter Party Risk ที่เป็นความเสี่ยงสูงสุด นั่นคือตัวบริษัทเครือข่ายนั้นๆ แม่ทีมส่วนใหญ่มักจะพยายามเข้าหาประธานบริษัท หรือผู้บริหารเพื่อให้ตัวเองเปรียบเสมือนคนสำคัญ และคาบข่าวมาบอกสายงานของตัวเองก่อนสายงานของคนอื่นเสมอ เพื่อปั่นยอด ปลุกไฟ หรืออะไรก็แล้วแต่ในทำนองนี้ แต่… แต่ตัวโตๆว่า แม่ทีมนั้นไม่ได้มีผลต่อการตัดสินใจในการควบคุมทิศทางองค์กรเลยแม้แต่น้อย คนที่ควบคุมทิศทางองค์กรก็คือผู้บริหาร

ทุกครั้งที่ธุรกิจเครือข่ายเพิ่งเริ่มก่อตั้ง มันมักจะมากับโปรลดแลกแจกแถม เพื่อให้แม่ทีมไปดึงดูดคนเข้ามา เมื่อทำไปซักพักบริษัทเห็นว่ายอดขายโตขึ้น มันก็จะออกกฎเกณฑ์เพิ่มเพื่อให้บริษัทจ่ายน้อยลง หรืออย่าง The Icon พอไปตรวจโกดังก็ไม่มีของเอาดื้อๆ แปลว่าในฐานะที่เป็นแม่ทีม คุณกำลังเอาเครดิตและชื่อเสียงตัวเองไปแลกกับลมปากของคนที่พร้อมเปลี่ยนได้เสมอ ไม่ว่าจะตั้งใจหรือไม่ก็ตาม เพราะบางบริษัทลืมคำนวณว่าเวลาทีมใหญ่ขึ้น มันต้องจ่ายค่าการตลาดหนักกว่าเดิม

เมื่อถึงเวลาบริษัทเครือข่ายไปไม่ไหว ล้มครืน พังทะลายต่อหน้าต่อตา ใครเป็นคนรับความเสี่ยงมากที่สุด??? ก็แม่ทีมนั่นแหละ เนื้อไม่ได้กิน หนังไม่ได้รองนั่ง เพราะเงินส่วนใหญ่เจ้าของบริษัทกอบโกยไปหมดแล้ว ส่วนลูกทีมจากเดิมที่เป็น Assets ที่มีค่า ก็จะแปรเปลี่ยนเป็นเจ้าหนี้ที่พร้อมขย้ำคุณได้ทุกเมื่อ

แน่นอนว่าบริษัทขายตรง ธุรกิจเครือข่ายดีๆก็มีไม่น้อย แต่ก็ไม่ได้การันตีว่าในอนาคตบริษัทเหล่านี้จะไม่เปลี่ยนแปลงนโยบาย นั่นแปลว่าคุณมีความเสี่ยงตลอดเวลาจากการต้องเชื่อใจเจ้าของบริษัทที่สามารถทรยศคุณได้ทุกเมื่อ

ดังนั้นหากมองในทฤษฎีเกม ความตั้งใจที่จะเป็นแม่ทีมนั้นไม่ใช่ความคิดที่ดีเลย เพราะได้ก็ได้แค่ค่าคอมมิชชัน แต่เวลาเสียคุณจะโดนลูกทีมรุมทึ้ง พร้อมทั้งกฎหมายทางอาญาที่มีโทษมหาศาล ส่วนเงินกำไร เจ้าของบริษัทฟาดเรียบ ดีไม่ดีเขาวางแผนผ่องถ่ายเงินให้ออกจากระบบหมดแต่แรกแล้ว

มีลูก มีหลาน ถ้าเขาอยากทำธุรกิจเครือข่าย เอาบทความนี้ให้อ่าน ผมไม่อยากเห็นใครบาดเจ็บจากเรื่องแบบนี้โดยรู้เท่าไม่ถึงการณ์

@ 7ab1ed7a:f8e15275

I'm proud and thankful to announce that funding has been granted by OpenSats to fund the development of the Nostr library for Arduino.

The fund will help with work on the development of the Arduino Nostr library as well as fund work on IoT related NIPs.

@ 7ab1ed7a:f8e15275

I've started building an IoT DVM simulator. It's written in TS and uses Deno for simplicity.

The project will be used to test the ideas in and support the NIP 90 PR.

https://github.com/blackcoffeexbt/nostriot-dvm-simulator

It has a basic plugin architecture so we can test a whole suite of how different IoT commands can work easily (config, intents, sensors, all the things).

This is the current, very basic roadmap for this project:

• [ ] Announce capabilities via NIP 89

• [ ] Respond to DVM job requests

• [ ] Accept payments for DVM job requests

I'll also be working on a basic - for now - IoT DVM client that can be used to interact with IoT DVMs.

@ 8a4c88dc:a498228e

“Hello everyone”

มันแปลกดีนะที่ได้ยินเสียงของตัวเอง…ขอบคุณทุก ๆ คนที่เข้ามาฟังกันนะครับ ผมรู้ว่าเซสชั่นนี้ชื่อ The Rite of passage แต่นั้นเดี๋ยวผมจะยกไปพูดตอนท้าย ๆ เพราะว่าสิ่งที่ผมอยากจะพูดถึงก่อนเลยคือ

อะไรกันที่เป็นคำนิยามของเหล่า “บิตคอยเนอร์?”

สองปีก่อน ผมได้ออกเดินทางไปทั่วสหรัฐฯพลางถามคำถามดังกล่าวกับตนเอง ออกเดินทางไป เข้า Bitcoin Meetup ไปกว่า 30 งาน แล้วสิ่งที่ผมสนใจคือ

การเป็นบิตคอยเนอร์นั้นมันมีอะไรมากกว่าการถือ บิตคอยน์ อยู่ในมือ

มีผู้คนมากมายที่ทันทีที่พวกเขาเรียนรู้เกี่ยวกับบิตคอยน์แล้วหลงรักมันในพริบตา อะไรกันคือสิ่งที่บรรดาลปาฏิหารณ์นี้ผมได้แต่ครุ่นคิด นั่นทำให้วันนี้ผมจึงอยากจะมาเล่าให้ทุก ๆ คนฟังกันถึงการเดินทางในทริปที่ผมเรียกว่า สามเดือนของการเดินทางแห่ง Bitcoin ที่ผมพานพบด้วยการขี่มอเตอร์ไซต์ข้ามสหรัฐฯ ของผม

ทว่าผมอยากเล่าทุกคน ๆ คนให้ฟังก่อนว่าอะไรกันที่พาผมมาอาศัยอยู่ที่ประเทศไทย

ผมเกิดและโตที่ที่รัฐฟีลาเดเฟียร์ ไปอยู่ที่นิวยอร์คได้เจ็ดปี ก่อนที่เมื่ออายุได้ 29 ผมก็ตัดสินใจบินมาอยู่ไทยเพราะต้องการมองหาชีวิตใหม่ ๆ ซึ่งผมก็คิดนะ ว่าผมเจอมันแล้วที่นี่

ที่ ๆ ผมเรียกได้จากหัวใจว่า บ้าน**

"แล้วก็พูดไทยได้นิดหน่อยนะฮับ ตอนนี้ประเทศไทยเหมือนบ้านของผมแล้วฮะ” (เขายิ้มแล้วพูดเป็นภาษาไทยอย่างยิ้มแย้มจนเรียกเสียงปรบมือจากผู้ฟังที่รู้สึกอบอุ่นหัวใจ ก่อนที่จะกลับมาพูดเป็นอังกฤษ) แต่น่าเสียดายจริง ๆ ที่ผมไม่ได้รู้ศัพท์ไทยเยอะนัก เลยจะขอพูดต่อเป็นภาษาอังกฤษต่อแทนนะ

เมื่อปี 2020 ในระหว่างที่ผมต้องกักตัวอยู่บ้านเนื่องจากโรคระบาด ผมได้ไหลลงหลุมกระต่าย Bitcoin ไป หลังจากนั้นผมก็อยู่แต่ในทวิตเตอร์เพื่อพบเพื่อน ๆ บิตคอยเนอร์ด้วยกันในนั้น

ทำให้ในปี 2022 ผมจึงตัดสินใจกลับไปเยี่ยมประเทศบ้านเกิดอีกครั้ง เพื่อไป Bitcoin Meetup และกระทบไหล่กับเพื่อน ๆ บิตคอยเนอร์ที่รู้จักกันในทวิตเตอร์มาตลอดสองปีที่ผ่านมา ซึ่งผมได้เลือกยานพาหนะคู่ใจในทริปนี้ที่มีอิสระเสรีที่สุด มอเตอร์ไซต์ เป็นมอเตอร์ไต์คันเดียวกับโมเดลจำลองที่ภรรยาผมซื้อให้ มันตั้งอยู่บนโต๊ะผมอยู่เป็นปี ๆ กว่าผมจะสามารถซื้อของจริงและพามันออกเดินทางไปในทริปนี้ได้

แล้วผมก็ได้ขี่ไปกว่าสองหมื่นกิโลเมตร กินเวลากว่าร้อยวัน ได้ไป Bitcoin Meetup กว่า 30 ที่และน่าจะได้จับมือกับบิตคอยเนอร์เกินกว่าร้อยคน ก่อนหน้าที่จะไปต่อ ผมอยากบอกก่อนว่าทริปนี้มีแต่เรื่องเกี่ยวกับบิตคอยน์เท่านั้น ไม่มีไปงานเหรียญคริปโตอื่น ๆ

ซึ่งเมื่อมองย้อนกลับไป ตอนแรกผมก็ไม่รู้หรอกว่าเหรียญบิตคอยน์กับเหรียญคริปโตอื่น ๆ มันต่างกันยังไงจนปี 2022 ผมถึงได้ตระหนักได้ว่าทั้งสองไม่เหมือนกันเลย ที่ผมอยากจะพูดคือทั้งทัศนคติและมุมมองต่อโลกของคนที่สนใจ เฉพาะบิตคอยน์ นั้นอยู่คนละแม่น้ำกับผู้คนหรือสิ่งที่ผมเจอในงานเหรียญคริปโตอื่น ๆ อย่างสิ้นเชิง

ดังนั้น ให้ผมได้เล่าว่าเหล่าบิตคอยเนอร์มีคุณลักษณะอะไรเหมือน ๆ กันโดยประกอบกับเรื่องราวการเดินทางของผมเพื่อให้ทุกคนเข้าใจว่า

เมื่อผมพูดถึง บิตคอยเนอร์ ผมกำลังหมายถึงอะไร

คุณลักษณะแรกเลยคือบิตคอยเนอร์ให้ความสำคัญกับการ “ทำงานหนัก”และ “ความซื่อสัตย์”

Bitcoiner ให้คุณค่ากับสิ่งที่เรียกว่า Proof of Work ที่เชื่อในการทำงานหนักและความซื่อสัตย์

แล้ว... เจ้าวัวบนจอมันเกี่ยวอะไรกันหละ ถ้าให้เล่าก็ต้องท้าวความกลับไปที่หมุดหมายแรกที่ผมหยุดพัก มันคืองาน Beef Initiative งานแรกในเมือง Kerrville รัฐเท็กซัส ซึ่งเป็นงานที่รวมเหล่าบิตคอยเนอร์ผู้เป็นสายเงินทองและสายเทคทั้งหลายมาเจอกับคนเลี้ยงวัว ซึ่งเกิดมาทั้งชีวิตผมไม่เคยเห็นที่ไหนที่เอาคนสองประเภทนี้มาจัดรวมอยู่ในที่เดียวกันมาก่อน แล้วผมก็ประหลาดใจหนักกว่าเดิมอีกที่เห็นพวกเขาเข้ากันเป็นปี่เป็นขลุ่ย ผมเลยคิดว่ามันต้องเป็นเพราะพวกเขาเชื่อในสิ่งเดียวกันคือ

เมื่อคุณปลอมแปลงบิตคอยน์ไม่ได้ฉันใด วัวก็ปลอมแปลงไม่ได้ฉันนั้น

เพื่อที่จะขุนมัน มันต้องมีที่ซุกหัวนอน คนเลี้ยงต้องตื่นเช้ามาให้อาหารดูแลมันร่ำไป ไม่มีใครเสกวัวให้โตในชั่วข้ามคืนได้ ซึ่งนั่นทำให้ผมตระหนักได้ว่าเหล่าบิตคอยเนอร์ได้นำคอนเซปต์ของ Proof of Work เข้าไปในทุกอณูของชีวิต ซึ่งมันช่างตรงกันข้ามกับสังคมกระแสหลักที่มักให้ค่ากับความฉาบฉวย สิ่งล่อตา หรืออะไรก็ได้ที่ทำให้สารแห่งความสุขนั้นหลั่ง จนกระทั่งสูญสิ้น ซึ่งศรัทธาในตนเอง

คุณลักษณะถัดมาของพวกเขาคือ “ความรับผิดชอบ และรักษาซึ่งอธิปไตยของตนเอง”

พวกเขานั้นชอบที่จะรับผิดชอบชีวิตตัวเองในทุก ๆ ด้าน

ไม่ใช่แต่กับเรื่องเงินทองแต่กับสุขภาพและเรื่องอื่น ๆ ด้วย ผมได้พบเจอบิตคอยเนอร์หลาย ๆ คนที่อาจพูดไดเลยว่าพวกเขาเป็นเจ้าของชีวิตของตนเอง ซึ่งแตกต่างจากผู้คนในสังคมปัจจุบันที่เรามักจะเห็นคนโทษนุ่นนี่ หรือเอาแต่ชี้ไปที่สิ่งต่าง ๆ ว่าเป็นสาเหตุทั้งหมดของปัญหาในชีวิต แต่กับบิตคอยเนอร์นั้นพวกเขาเลือกที่จะเป็นนายชีวิตตน รับผิดชอบทุก ๆ อย่างของตนเองไม่มัวเสียเวลาโทษปี่โทษกลอง

พวกเขามักเริ่มแก้ไขปัญหาจากเรื่องใกล้ตัวที่สุดก่อนเสมอ ซึ่งนั่นก็เป็นอีกหนึ่งสาเหตุของการออกทริปนี้ของผม

เพราะตลอดช่วงปี 2020-21 แห่งโรคระบาด ผมมองเห็นแต่ความหวาดกลัวและสิ้นหวัง มีแค่เวลาที่ผมใช้กับบิตคอยเนอร์ในทวิตเตอร์และที่ Bitcoin Meetup เท่านั้นที่ผมมองเห็นความหวังและความเป็นเหตุเป็นผล พวกเขาเริ่มจากชุมชนของตนเองและคิดเสมอว่า วันนี้ฉันทำอะไรได้บ้าง ให้ชีวิตฉันดีขึ้น ให้ชุมชนของฉันดีขึ้น

แล้ว… เจ้ากองไฟบนจอนี่มีความหมายอะไรอีกหละ? มันเป็นภาพของหนึ่งในช่วงเวลาสุดประทับใจของผม ตอนที่ผมแวะพักในแคมป์ย่างสเต็กแคมป์หนึ่งระหว่างทริปผม ถ้าคุณคุ้นเคยกับงานแบบนี้ ก็คือเราก็จะมีเพื่อนบิตคอยเนอร์คนหนึ่งเป็นเชฟย่างสเต็กโดยมีสหายยืนล้อมร่วมทานสเต็กกันด้วยมือเปล่า ซึ่งที่ผมไปนี่ก็ทานกันไปกว่าเจ็ดคอร์ส แล้วความพิเศษอีกอย่างคือเราตั้งแคมป์กันสามคืนติดโดยไม่มีทั้งไฟฟ้าและสัญญาณมือถือ แค่ตั้งแคมป์และทานสเต็กกันอยู่เช่นนั้น

แล้วกองไฟของแคมป์เราก็ไม่เคยมอดเลยตลอดสามวัน

ตลอดแคมป์ผมไม่เห็นใครซักคนคนที่วานเพื่อนให้ไปหยิบไม้มาเติมที่กองไฟให้เลย พวกเขาแค่นั่งอยู่รอบกองไฟแล้วเห็นว่าฟืนมันเริ่มพร่อง จึงลุกไปหยิบไม้มาเติมกันเองเลยโดยไม่มีใครปริปากไหว้วาน นั่นทำให้ผมเห็นว่าชุมชนบิตคอยเนอร์นั้นมักจะจัดการกันเองภายในได้เป็นอย่างดี

ทุก ๆ คนในชุมชนมีหน้าที่เป็นของตนเอง ซึ่งเป็นอันรู้กันว่าหากเราจะได้รับประสบการณ์แสนวิเศษนี้ มันต้องเป็นเพราะทุก ๆ คนร่วมกันรับผิดชอบเพื่อมัน

และคุณลักษณะสุดท้ายเลยที่ผมอยากพูดถึงเลยคือ “พวกเขามักมีความเป็นผู้ประกอบการและหมั่นใฝ่รู้เสมอ”

บิตคอยเนอร์หลาย ๆ คนมีธุรกิจหรือโปรเจคอะไรซักอย่างเป็นของตนเองเสมอ พวกเขาเริ่มทำโดยไม่รีรอขอใคร ซึ่งผมเห็นพวกเขาโชว์ของกันที่ Bitcoin meetup กันตลอด ๆ

จริง ๆ ผมก็มีตัวอย่างอยู่ในกระเป๋ากางเกงผมอยู่นะ เช่น Bolt Keys ที่ผมถืออยู่นี่ ผมซื้อจากคนที่ออกบูธหน้างานนี้มาหลายอันเลยสำหรับโปรเจค “Rite of Passage” ของผม ซึ่งมันเอาไว้ใช้อนุมัติการโอนธุรกรรม Lightning Network ด้วยการแตะเจ้าเจ้านี่กับโทรศัพท์ที่รองรับ NFC

เอาหละ แล้วมันเกี่ยวอะไรกับทุ่งหญ้าบนหน้าจอผมอีกหละ ที่คุณเห็นอยู่คือบ้านเต็นท์ถาวรที่ผมแวะพักระหว่างการเดินทางของผมในมิชิแกน กับคนนำทริป เขาชื่อคาร์ลซึ่งเป็นเจ้าของที่แห่งนี้ เปิดโฮมสเตย์ และในวันที่ผมไป ที่นี่มีแกะกว่าหกสิบตัวเดินว่อนเลย

หลัก ๆ เลยคือคาร์ลเคยเป็นช่างตัดต่อวีดีโอกลางลอสแองเจลิส แล้วเขาก็หลงใหลสิ่งที่เรียกว่า Permaculture ซึ่งเป็นคอนเซ็ปต์ของการตั้งรกรากและทำเกษตรกรรมเพื่อที่จะสร้างระบบนิเวศสมบูรณ์ที่คุณ สัตว์ และธรรมชาติอยู่ร่วมกันอย่างกลมกลืนโดยไม่ต้องพึ่งพาการแทรกแซงจากทรัพยากรภายนอก ซึ่งผมเป็นคนแรกที่ได้ไปพักบ้านเขา แล้วปัจจุบันเขาก็เปิดให้บ้านลงแอป Airbnb เพื่อให้ผู้คนที่อาจจะอยากพักผ่อนยามสุดสัปดาห์ใจกลางป่าเขารัฐมิชิแกน สามารถไปเยี่ยมบ้านเขาได้ ซึ่งเขาก็เปิดบ้านลักษณะนี้อยู่อีกที่ที่ยุโรปด้วย

คาร์ลเป็นผู้ประกอบการแสนวิเศษที่หมั่นใฝ่รู้ และไม่ใช่แค่กับ Permaculture ตอนนี้เขาก็ยังหันมาสนใจบิตคอยน์แล้วด้วย

สำหรับผมทั้งหมดนี้นำไปสู่ “การแสวงหาซึ่งอิสรภาพ”

แล้วไม่ใช่อิสรภาพที่บัญญัติไว้ในตัวบทกฏหมาย แต่เป็น “อิสภาพทางจิตวิญญาณ”

ซึ่งในระหว่างการเดินทาง มันมีบางสิ่งที่สะกิดใจเมื่อมองออกไปที่ชาวอเมริกันนอก Bitcoin Meetup พวกเขาดูสูญสิ้นอิสรภาพไปเสียแล้วทั้ง ๆ ที่อยู่ในโลกเสรี

ผู้คนเหล่านั้นเหนื่อยล้า หงุดหงิด และพร้อมที่จะทำทุกอย่างให้หลุดพ้นจากทนทุกข์ พวกเขาดูหลงทางไปหมด และสูญสิ้นศรัทธาในตนเองไป ซึ่งเป็นสิ่งที่ต้องมีเพื่อให้ได้มาซึ่งอิสรภาพ พวกเขาอาจมีสิทธิเยี่ยงอิสระชนในทุกข้อ แต่มิอาจอยู่อย่างเสรีได้ เพราะขาดความเชื่อมั่นในตนเอง

แล้วมันทำไมกันหละ? นั่น คือสิ่งที่ผมพบคำตอบจากการได้พูดคุยกับบิตคอยเนอร์ในทุก ๆ วัน

คุณอาจฟังเรื่องนี้ซ้ำไปหลายรอบแล้วในงาน มันเป็นเพราะเงินที่เราใช้กันอยู่ทุกวันนี้มันถูกสร้างโดยผู้มีอำนาจ สิ่งที่รองรับมันมีเพียงอำนาจ และสรรพกำลังทางกายภาพของมนุษย์ที่ยิ่งใหญ่ที่สุด ตำรวจ กรงขัง และกองทัพ และด้วยหนี้ที่มันสร้างและสั่งสมมาตลอดร้อยปี ทำให้การที่จะดำรงไว้ซึ่งอำนาจของเงินนี้ต่อไปมีอยู่แค่ทางเดียว คือต้องใช้เงินและพลังงานมากขึ้นเรื่อย ๆ จนนำไปสู่การแย่งชิงอิสรภาพของพวกเราทุกคนเพื่อต่อชีวิตตัวของมัน

และนั่น ก็เป็นสิ่งที่ผมสัมผัสมันได้กับตาตัวเองยามขับมอเตอไซต์ผ่านทางหลวงและถนนทั่วอเมริกา ผมได้เห็นว่ามันดูดกลืนชีวิตและสังคมไปมากขนาดไหน ไม่ว่าจะผ่านร้านอาหาร ร้านค้า หรือร้านกาแฟ

ระบอบนี้ต้องการให้เราจำนน ทนทำงาน จ่ายภาษี ไม่แหกกฏและห้ามตั้งคำถาม และสำหรับคนส่วนใหญ่บนโลก มันได้บรรลุจุดประสงค์ของมันได้อย่างสมบูรณ์แบบ

เพราะหลาย ๆ คนในตอนนี้ไม่แม้แต่จะตั้งคำถามแล้วด้วยซ้ำ คุณอาจจะคุ้นเคยกับนิทานของช้างกับเชือกล่าม ที่เมื่อคุณล่ามเชือกช้างเด็กไว้กับต้นไม้ เมื่อมันโต ถึงมันจะสามารถฉีกเชือกทิ้งแล้วหนีไปได้มันก็จะไม่ทำ ตราบใดที่มันยังรู้สึกถึงเชือกล่ามนั้นมันก็จะไม่หนีไปไหน เชือกเส้นนั้นได้ก้าวข้ามขีดจำกัดทางฟิสิกส์ด้วยการล่ามลึกถึงวิญญาณ นั่นคือสิ่งที่ผมเห็นในดวงตาของชาวอเมริกันเกือบทุก ๆ คนที่ได้มีโอกาสพบเจอและพูดคุย

ซึ่งอีกด้านหนึ่ง ผู้ถือบิตคอยน์สามารถตื่นรู้และลุกขึ้นแสวงหาซึ่งอิสรภาพได้

มันดันมีปัญหาที่ระบบเศรษฐกิจและการเมืองในปัจจุบันนี้ ที่อยู่บนรากฐานของเงินกระดาษไม่อาจอยู่รอดได้หากผู้คนเป็นอิสระ มันต้องคอยพรากสิ่งเหล่านั้นจากมือเราไปอย่างช้า ๆ เพื่อมีชีวิตต่อไป แต่สำหรับบิตคอยน์เนอร์นั้น พวกเขารู้ในสิ่งที่สำคัญที่สุด คือในหนทางของการไฝ่หาซึ่งอิสรภาพของพวกตนนั้นคือพลังที่แสนสูงค่า พวกเขาคือผู้คนที่สร้างครอบครัวแสนสุขและคอยปลดโซ่ตรวนสังคมของพวกเขา

นี่เป็นสาเหตุที่การแสวงหาซึ่งอิสรภาพในระดับจิตวิญญาณนั้นสำคัญยิ่งสำหรับพวกเขา ปณิธานที่จะเริ่มที่ตนเองเพื่อสังคมที่ดีกว่าเดิม

สิ่งที่ผมเห็นผ่านการเดินทางของผมที่ได้พบเจอกับเหล่าบิตคอยเนอร์ คือพวกเขาจะทำงานและทำงานเพื่อแสวงซึ่งอิสรภาพ นำไปสู่การออกจากสิ่งเน่าเฟะบนโลกเงินกระดาษ และสร้างโครงการหรือบริษัทเล็ก ๆ ที่จะช่วยเปลี่ยนสังคมของเขา ซึ่งส่วนมากเราก็จะได้เห็นโครงการเหล่านั้นผ่าน Bitcoin Meetup

หลังจากจบทริปผมก็ได้แต่ครุ่นคิดว่า อิสรภาพทางจิตวิญญาณเหล่านั้นมันจะก่อเกิดในหัวใจของผู้คนได้อย่างไร

คำตอบคือมันเกิดขึ้นจากการท้าทายตัวเอง ออกจากพื้นที่ปลอดภัยของเรา และมองสิ่งต่าง ๆ ในมุมใหม่ ๆ ซึ่งนั่นเป็นคำตอบที่ต่อหน้าผมอยู่แล้วตลอดเวลา ทั้งในสมัยเด็ก ในประเทศไทย และในการเดินทางทริปบิตคอยน์ทั่วสหรัฐฯนี้

มันคือการเดินทาง

สำหรับผม การเดินทางคือเครื่องมืออันทรงพลังที่จะสร้างอิสรภาพแก่ผู้คน อย่างไรก็ดี พวกเขามักเข้าใจความหมายของการเดินทางผิดไป

การเดินทางที่แท้จริง จะนำคุณออกจากพื้นที่ปลอดภัยของคุณ และผลักดันขีดจำกัดของคุณ มันจะท้าทายสิ่งที่คุณเคยคิดว่ารู้ดีแล้ว เพราะในสถานที่ใหม่ ทุกอย่างแตกต่างออกไป คุณจะได้ยินแนวคิดใหม่ ๆ ลองชิมอาหารใหม่ ๆ และพบเจอผู้คนที่ใช้ชีวิตในแบบที่ต่างไปอย่างสิ้นเชิง

ตอนที่ผมยังเด็ก ผมโชคดีมาก เพราะพ่อของผมเป็นนักบินสายการบินพาณิชย์ และครอบครัวของเราชอบเดินทางมาก นั่นทำให้ครั้งแรกที่ผมออกนอกสหรัฐฯ คือเมื่อตอนผมอายุได้ 8 ขวบ พวกเราไปประเทศจีนกันเป็นเวลาสองสัปดาห์ ซึ่งการเดินทางครั้งนั้นได้ทำลายกรอบความคิดที่ผมมีต่อความเป็นจริงไปอย่างสิ้นเชิง และเมื่อผมกลับมาโรงเรียน ผมรู้สึกว่ามันยากยิ่งที่จะเชื่อมโยงกับเพื่อน ๆ เพราะผมได้เห็นประสบการณ์ที่ไม่มีใครในห้องเรียนจากแถบมิดเวสต์เคยเห็น พวกเขาส่วนใหญ่มักไปเที่ยวที่เม็กซิโก ปารีส ไม่ก็ยุโรป ซึ่งนั่นก็ถือว่าดีแล้วแล้วสำหรับพวกเขา

ทุกครั้งที่ผม ออกเดินทาง ความต้องการที่จะก้าวออกจากพื้นที่ปลอดภัยของผมก็ยิ่งเติบโตขึ้นเรื่อย ๆ จนเมื่อผมมาถึงประเทศไทยอีกครั้ง กรอบความคิดทั้งหมดเกี่ยวกับการทำงานของโลกใบนี้ของผมก็พังทลายลงไปอย่างสิ้นเชิงในที่สุด

อินเตอร์เน็ตก็ได้เปลี่ยนการเดินทางของผู้คน ให้ออกห่างจากการเดินทางที่แท้จริงไป

ตอนนี้มันง่ายมากที่จะวางแผนการเดินทางทั้งทริปได้จากที่ที่คุณอยู่ ไม่ใช่แค่ในเชิงกายภาพเท่านั้น แต่ยังรวมถึงในความคิดของคุณด้วย

อัลกอริธึมและผู้คนรอบตัวเราอนุญาตให้เราสามารถสร้าง ประสบการณ์การเดินทาง ที่เราไม่ต้องก้าวออกจากพื้นที่ปลอดภัยของเราเลย นั่นทำให้คุณจะไปเยือนแต่สถานที่ที่อัลกอริธึมแนะนำ เพราะมันรู้ว่าคุณจะชอบ หรือเป็นสถานที่ที่เพื่อนแนะนำให้คุณ คุณสามารถค้นข้อมูลได้จนทำนั่นทำให้คุณไม่ได้สัมผัสสถานที่เหล่านั้นจริง ๆ เพราะคุณได้ดูวิดีโอบน YouTube และซึมซับข้อมูลทั้งหมดมาก่อนแล้ว ทำให้เมื่อคุณไปถึงที่นั่น มันก็กลายเป็นแค่การเล่นซ้ำในสิ่งที่คุณจินตนาการไว้ว่าจะได้เห็นอยู่แล้ว

นี่แหละคือจุดที่ผมแบ่งแยกระหว่างการ ท่องเที่ยว และการ เดินทาง

การท่องเที่ยว คือการที่คุณไปในที่ต่าง ๆ แต่ยังคงอยู่ในพื้นที่ปลอดภัยของตัวเอง คุณทำสิ่งที่คุ้นเคย และวางแผนทุกอย่างล่วงหน้า ในขณะที่ การเดินทางคือการก้าวออกจากพื้นที่ปลอดภัยของคุณ คุณมุ่งหน้าไปสู่สิ่งที่ไม่รู้จัก และยอมเสี่ยงกับอะไรบ้าง ผมจึงอยากสร้างบางอย่าง ณ ที่แห่งนี้ ผมอยากสร้างสิ่งที่ทำให้ผู้คนได้ออกเดินทาง

ดังนั้นทีมของผมและพันธมิตรของผมในประเทศไทยจึงได้ตกลงร่วมกันสร้างประสบการณ์ที่จะผสมผสานความสะดวกและปลอดภัยของ การท่องเที่ยว เข้ากับการผจญภัยและประสบการณ์สดใหม่จาก การเดินทาง**

แล้วนั่น ก็คือเหตุผลที่ได้ให้กำเนิด “Rite of Passage”

Rite of passage คือการผจญภัยที่ถูกออกแบบมาโดยเฉพาะสำหรับเพื่อบิตคอยน์และบิตคอยเนอร์ เราเรียกมันว่า ทริปที่เงินซื้อไม่ได้ เพราะทริปเหล่านี้ตั้งใจจะเปลี่ยนแปลงคุณในแบบที่การไปเที่ยวพักผ่อนธรรมดาๆ ทำไม่ได้

ทุกส่วนของ Rite of passage ถูกออกแบบมาเพื่อเปลี่ยนมุมมองที่คุณมีต่อโลก ให้ไม่ใช่แค่เพียงมองมันผ่านกฏหมาย แต่ได้มองมันผ่านการสนทนากับคนอื่นๆ ที่มีหัวใจดวงเดียวกับคุณ

หนึ่งในสิ่งสิ่งที่เราทำคือ เราจะไม่ค่อยแสดงกำหนดการล่วงหน้าหากไม่จำเป็น เพราะเราอยากให้ทุกประสบการณ์ที่คุณจะได้รับจะเป็นอะไรที่ใหม่หมด เพราะคุณไม่รู้ว่าจะเจออะไรบ้าง และเรามุ่งเน้นที่ประสบการณ์ท้องถิ่นอย่างแท้จริงกับกลุ่มเล็ก ๆ เพื่อให้คุณได้สัมผัสกับสถานที่นั้นจริงๆ แทนที่จะเห็นแค่สิ่งที่ คนนำทริปติดสิบอันดับแรก เลือกไว้ให้

อีกทั้งเรายังคัดกรองทุกคนที่เข้าร่วมทริปเหล่านี้ เพราะเรามองหาคนที่ให้คุณค่ากับความขยันซื่อสัตย์ รับผิดชอบต่อตัวเอง และมีความเป็นอิสระ เรากำลังมองหาบิตคอยเนอร์ตัวจริง

ตลอดการเดินทางที่ผมได้ไปทั่วอเมริกา เพื่อพบปะกับบิตคอยน์เนอร์ ผมได้เรียนรู้ว่าการเป็นบิตคอยน์เนอร์มันมากกว่าการแค่ครอบครองเหรียญบิตคอยน์ มันเกี่ยวกับการใช้ชีวิตบนพื้นฐานของความขยัน ความรับผิดชอบต่อตนเอง และการมุ่งมั่นแสวงหาอิสรภาพอย่างไม่หยุดยั้ง

แล้วการเดินทางนี้ มิได้เกี่ยวกับการสะสมเงินหรือความสำเร็จเพียงอย่างเดียว มันส่วนตัวกว่านั้น**

มันคือการเดินทางแห่งการปลดแอกตัวเองจากขีดจำกัดในหัวของเราที่ฉุดรั้งเราไว้ แห่งการลงมือทำ ท้าทายตัวเอง ยอมรับสิ่งที่ไม่รู้ เป็นการเดินทางที่จะพาเราข้ามขีดจำกัดทั้งหลายได้ ซึ่งไม่ใช่สิ่งที่เราทำในสามัญสำนึกเดิม ๆ ผมพบว่าหลายคนที่ผมได้เจอที่ถือบิตคอยน์นั้น ตื่นเต้นกับประสบการณ์การเดินทางของผมที่ผมเล่าอยู่มากกว่าตัวบิตคอยน์อีก แม้ว่าพวกเขาจะไม่ได้พูดออกมาตรงๆ ก็ตาม

แล้วผมพบว่าการแสวงซึ่งอิสระภาพนี้แหละที่นำพาพวกเราเหล่าบิตคอยเนอร์มาพบเจอกัน

หลายคนที่ถือบิตคอยน์มองว่าบิตคอยน์เป็นรูปแบบของเงินที่ดีที่สุดผมเห็นด้วย มันคือเรื่องจริง แต่อย่างไรก็ตาม ผมมองว่ามันเป็นอะไรที่มากกว่านั้น สำหรับผม บิตคอยน์ได้นำพาผู้คนที่แสวงหาซึ่งอิสรภาพมาพบกัน เหมือนกับที่พวกเราทุกคนที่นั่งอยู่ที่นี่วันนี้

และการแสวงหาซึ่งอิสรภาพนี้แหละ ที่จะทำให้โลกน่าอยู่ขึ้น

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คุณ Jimmy Castro ได้พูดคุยกับ อ.พิริยะ บนเวที Thailand Bitcoin Conference 2024 ถึงประสบการณ์ของเขาบนเชียงใหม่ ว่าเขาทำอะไรที่นั่นบ้าง รู้จักกับบิตคอยน์ตอนไหน เรื่องราวของเขาในการจัดตั้งศูนย์การเรียนรู้บิตคอยน์ที่เชียงใหม่ และมุมมองต่อการเติบโตของ Bitcoin ภายในประเทศไทย

ซึ่งสามารถรับชมการสนทนาฉบับเต็มได้ที่: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVYmwMKu9Rc&t=234s

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ความมหัศจรรย์ของเครือข่ายบิตคอยน์ที่คุณจิมมี่ได้ค้นพบระหว่างการช่วยเหลือชุมชนบนเขาที่เชียงใหม่แห่งหนึ่ง

Jimmy Castro นั้นย้ายเข้ามาอยู่ที่เชียงใหม่เป็นเวลา 2 ปีกับอีก 9 เดือนถ้วนแล้ว และได้จัดตั้งองค์กรไม่แสวงผลกำไรเพื่อที่จะให้การช่วยเหลือชุมชนห่างไกลความเจริญที่นั่น โดยเฉพาะกับชุมชนเด็กกำพร้าบนดอย ด้วยการให้การศึกษาภาษาอังกฤษแก่พวกเขา นอกจากนั้น เขาเองก็มีธุรกิจส่วนตัวที่สหรัฐอเมริกา ในเมืองไมอามีและมาร์กที่ช่วย Support สิ่งที่เขาทำอยู่ที่นี่ด้วยเช่นกัน

คุณพิริยะนั้นได้รู้จักกับคุณจิมมี่ประมาณต้นปีแล้วก็ได้สนใจตัวโครงการของเขาที่ได้มีการนำแผงโซลาเซลล์และเครื่องขุด Bitcoin ไปติดตั้งให้ชุมชนบนเขา จึงถามไถ่ว่ามันเป็นมาอย่างไร

คุณจิมมี่เองก็ตอบว่าในตอนแรกนั้น พวกเขามีแค่ครูภาษาอังกฤษที่ตีนเขาใกล้ ๆ กับเมือง ก่อนที่เขาจะเกิดความเห็นอกเห็นใจเด็ก ๆ ที่เดินลงเขามาเรียนจึงได้ขึ้นไปเยี่ยมเยือนและก็พบว่าที่นั่นมีเด็กกว่าร้อยคน แต่กลับไม่มีไฟฟ้าใช้เลย เขารู้ว่าหากไม่มีไฟฟ้าต้องเกิดปัญหาทางโภชนาการแน่เพราะไม่มีตู้เย็น เขาจึงขึ้นไปติดโซล่าเซลล์กำลังผลิตไม่ใหญ่มากที่นั่น เพื่อที่อย่างน้อยเด็ก ๆ และคนที่นั่นจะมีตู้เย็นมาแช่ผักปลาหรือเนื้อสัตว์ได้

ก่อนที่จะพบว่ามีพลังงานเพียง 20% จากแผงโซล่าเท่านั้นที่ถูกเอาไปใช้ ที่เหลือผลิตเกิน เขาเลยปิ๊งว่าน่าจะนำเครื่องขุด Bitcoin ไปติดตั้งบนนั้นเพื่อใช้ประโยชน์จากพลังงานเหลือใช้นี้แล้วก็ได้ลองถามไปทางคุณ Bob ที่ กรุงเทพซึ่งเป็นเจ้าของ Bob Space ว่าเราเอาเครื่องขุดขึ้นไปติดบนนั้นได้ไหม? ทาง Bob Space จึงตกลงและส่งคนของเขาขึ้นไปสำรวจบนเขาที่คุณจิมมี่ติดโซล่าเซลล์อยู่แล้ว แล้วก็ได้คำตอบว่าเราสามารถติดตั้งเครื่องขุด Bitcoin ได้สองเครื่อง

เมื่อได้ยินดังนั้นเขาก็เลยไฟเขียวอย่างไม่ลังเล "เราลงเขาไปเตรียมของแล้วขึ้นมาติดเครื่องขุดกัน!"

ทว่าในขณะนั้นเป็นช่วงที่ฝนตกหนักมาก ทำให้การขับรถขึ้นเขาระยะทางประมาณ 60 กิโลเมตร นั้นแทนเป็นไปไม่ได้ พวกเขาจึงรออยู่สามเดือน จึงเมื่อฝนซาแล้ว พวกเขาก็ได้ขึ้นไปดำเนินงานกัน ในตอนแรกนั้นคุณ Jimmy เองก็รู้จักกับบิตคอยน์ในระดับผิวเผินเองเท่านั้น แต่หลังจากที่ทางทีมได้ติดตั้งอินเตอร์เน็ตบนนั้นและเปิดใช้งานเครื่องขุด เขาก็ประหลาดใจ

"นี่คือ...เกิดไรขึ้น?" "เราขุดบิตคอยน์กันอยู่ไง"

ซึ่งเป็นอย่างนั้นจริง ๆ ตัวเครื่องขุดขุดบิตคอยน์มาได้กว่า 40,000 Sats ต่อเดือน (ในกรณีที่เครื่องทำงานตลอด 24 ชั่วโมง) ซึ่งตีเป็นเงิน 1000 บาทในอัตราการแลกเปลี่ยน ณ ขณะนั้น แต่นั่นไม่ได้เป็นสิ่งที่เขาสนใจมากที่สุด

ณ ชุมชนบนภูเขากลางป่าที่ ๆ ต้องใช้เวลากว่า 5 ชั่วโมงจากตัวเมืองเชียงใหม่และไม่สามารถเข้าถึงไฟฟ้าของรัฐได้ สามารถเชื่อมต่อกับโลกของบิตคอยน์ได้ นี่เป็นสิ่งที่คุณจิมมี่ทึ่งที่สุด

โดยไม่รอช้า เขาได้โพสเรื่องราวสุดเจ๋งนี้บน X(Twitter) อย่างดีอกดีใจ แล้วคนที่เห็นโพสเขาก็ส่งเงินบริจาคเป็นบิตคอยน์มาที่โครงการบนเขานี่ ชุมชนนี้เชื่อมต่อกับโลกภายนอก ได้รับการช่วยเหลือ โดยไม่ผ่านตัวกลางใด ๆ เพียงเพราะแค่เขามาตั้งเครื่องขุดบนนี้ เขามองว่ามันเป็นสิ่งที่ทรงพลังมาก

อย่างไรก็ดี พอเข้าหน้าฝนพวกเขาก็ขนเครื่องขุดลงมาไว้ที่เมืองอมก๋อยแล้วใช้ไฟจากการไฟฟ้าขุดแทน ถึงแม้ว่าจะไม่คุ้มค่าไฟขุดก็ตาม แต่พวกเขาก็ยังขุดต่อ เพราะในขณะนั้นมีคนใจดีมากมายจากทั่วทุกมุมโลกบริจากให้กับเขาเพื่อให้ดำเนินโครงการต่อไป ทำให้มันพอชดเชยต้นทุนค่าขุดได้บ้าง ด้วยเหตุนั้นเขาจึงยังคงเดินโครงการต่อและให้การสนับสนุนชุมชนบนเขากว่า 40 หมู่บ้าน

จนกระทั่งวันหนึ่ง เหมือนว่าจะมีหัวหน้าชุมชนตั้งคำถามกับโครงการขุดบิตคอยน์ที่คุณจิมมี่ทำอยู่ว่ามันดูดีเกินกว่าที่จะเป็นจริงได้ เขาจะมาต้มตุ๋นเราหรือเปล่า เขาที่ไม่อยากขัดแย้งอะไรกับทางชุมชนจึงได้พับโครงการขุดไปและกลับไป Focus กับการสอนหนังสือพวกเขาอย่างเดียว

คุณพิริยะให้ความเห็นว่าพวกเขาอาจจะไม่ค่อยคุ้นเคย ว่านี้เป็นน้ำใจปกติของชาวบิตคอยน์ เพราะว่ามันเป็นเหมือนกับที่คุณ Tucker บอกเอาไว้ในการบรรยายของเขาว่าเงินที่แข็งแกร่งทำให้่คนมีน้ำใจมากขึ้น นั่นทำให้เราเห็นโครงการทำนองนี้กับ Bitcoiner ผุดขึ้นมามากมาย

ข่าวดีก็คือคุณจิมมี่ยังจะผลักดันโครงการนี้ต่อไป

ปัจจุบันเขาวางแผนว่าจะนำโครงการนี้ไปช่วยเหลือชุมชนห่างไกลอีกชุมชนหนึ่ง ชื่อชุมชนอมก๋อย ที่โดนรัฐสร้างเขื่อนไล่ที่จนพวกเขาสูญเสียปศุสัตว์และที่อยู่อาศัย ดังนั้นเขาจึงวางแผนว่าจะนำโครงการนี้ไปต่อยอดที่นั้น ให้พวกเขาไม่ต้องพึ่งไฟรัฐ แล้ววางแผนว่าจะขยาย Scale ของโครงการให้ใหญ่ขึ้นอีก ซึ่งเขาได้ประมาณการไว้ว่าจะติดตัังโซล่าเซลล์กำลังผลิตราว ๆ 50 ถึง 70 กิโลวัตต์

โครงการนี้ ทางคุณจิมมี่เองก็กล่าวว่าจะเกิดขึ้นไม่ได้เลยหากไม่มีทางทีมของ Bob Space มาช่วย และบอกขอบคุณถึงความร่วมมือที่พวกเขาให้อย่างสุดซึ้ง

อีกทัังหลังจากมางานแล้วได้รู้จักกับ Nostr เขาก็คิดว่านี่แหละอาจจะช่วยให้เด็ก ๆ บนดอยเข้าถึงความช่วยเหลือจากคนทั่วโลกได้ง่ายขึ้นไปอีก เพราะคนที่เห็นเด็ก ๆ ผ่าน Nostr ก็สามารถบริจาคตรงเข้า Profile ของพวกเขาได้เลย

"we're going to go up there and really mind sats!"

Jimmy Castro กับ Bitcoin Learning Center ที่เชียงใหม่ของเขาและคณะ

หลังจากที่พวกเขาพูดคุยเรื่องโครงการขุดเสร็จไป พวกเขาก็มาคุยกันเกี่ยวกับ Bitcoin Learning Center ที่ทางคุณจิมมี่และทีมของเขาได้ดำเนินอยู่ ซึ่งพึ่งตั้งได้ 2 ปี 9 เดือน เขาเล่าย้อนกลับไปในปี 2016 ที่เขาได้เข้ามาอยู่ที่เชียงใหม่และได้พบกับงาน Bitcoin มากมายที่นั่นที่จัดโดยคุณสตีฟ ซึ่งเขาเป็นคนมีความอดทนและเปิดรับฟังผู้อื่น เป็นบุคคลที่เขาเคารพ อย่างไรก็ดี เขานั้นต้องการอะไรซักอย่างที่ Focus ที่ตัว Bitcoin มากกว่านี้ ซึ่งงานของคุณสตีฟ ไม่ได้ตอบโจทย์พอ ด้วยความต้องการข้างต้น รวมกับที่เขาเคยไปอยู่ใน El Salvador แล้วเห็น Bitcoin Adoption ที่นั่น ทำให้เขาตระหนักได้ถึงความสำคัญของคอมมูนิตี้ที่ได้ชนไหล่กันจริง ๆ หลังจากวันนั้นเขาจึงบินไปบินมาอยู่หลายครั้งจากเชียงใหม่ไปกรุงเทพเพื่อไป Bitcoin Meetup ที่จัดขึ้นเป็นครั้งคราว

ณ จุดนั้นเองทำให้เขาคิดว่า เขาควรตั้ง Bitcoin hub ที่เชียงใหม่ได้แล้ว มันสมเหตุสมผลที่เมืองที่ใหญ่เป็นอันดับสองของประเทศจะมี Bitcoin Hub เหมือนที่กรุงเทพมีบ้าง (และถ้าบินไปบินกลับงี้ตลอดเขาอาจจะถังแตกเอาได้)

เขา และภรรยา ร่วมกับเพื่อนอีกคน ร่วมกันรีโนเวทตึกเก่า 40 ปีใหม่ให้เป็นฐานที่มั่นของเขา แต่เผอิญว่าช่วงเวลาที่กำลังจะทำ Office ก็ไปปะกับช่วงที่ FTX ล่มพอดี เราเลยหยุดโครงการเอาไว้ก่อนเพื่อรอให้เรื่องเย็นลง ก่อนที่เมื่อประมาณปีก่อน พวกเขาก็ลงมือลงแรงไปอย่างมากเพื่อที่จะก่อร่างสร้าง Bitcoin Learning Center นี้จนได้มีงาน Grand Opening เมื่อสัปดาห์ก่อน

เขาตกใจมากที่มี Bitcoiner ในเชียงใหม่มาร่วมงานกว่าร้อยคน หรือกว่า 10 หรือ 15 ครอบครัว เป็นสิ่งที่เกินคาด เขาได้แสดงความดีอกดีใจอย่างเปิดเผย

ซึ่งเขาได้กล่าวว่าหนึ่งในจุดประสงค์สำคัญของ Bitcoin Learning Center ที่เชียงใหม่นี้ คือการมอบการศึกษาเกี่ยวกับ Bitcoin เป็นภาษาไทยบ้าน ๆ เพราะเขาเข้าใจดีว่าไม่ใช่ทุกคนที่เป็นภาษาอังกฤษ ซึ่งเขาเองก็จะจัด Bitcoin 101 Meetup ที่เชียงใหม่ภายในเดือนตุลาคมนี้ เพื่อที่จะได้พูดคุยกันในเรื่องต่าง ๆ เช่นอะไรคือเงิน Bitcoin คืออะไรแล้วเราจะเอามันไปใช้ทำอะไรได้บ้าง อีกทั้งเพื่อที่จะเก็บ Feedback ที่เราอาจจะจำเป็นเพื่อที่จะพัฒนาวงการ Bitcoiner ต่อไป

มุมมองต่อการเติบโตของ Bitcoin ภายในประเทศไทย

"Bitcoin นั้นช้า แต่มั่นคง" อาจพูดได้ว่าเป็นใจความสำคัญในการสนทนาเกี่ยวกับเรื่องที่ทั้งคุณจิมมี่และอาจารย์พิริยะได้เรียนรู้เมื่อดำเนินโครงการเกี่ยวกับ Bitcoin

เวลาที่เราจะเริ่มต้นอะไรเกี่ยวกับ Bitcoin มันไม่ได้ใหญ่และฉูดฉาดเหมือนเหรียญ Crypto อื่น ๆ เพราะมันมักจะเริ่มจากสิ่งเล็ก ๆ แต่ค่อย ๆ เติบโตอย่างค่อย ๆ เป็นค่อยไป เพราะสิ่งที่ Bitcoiner ทุกคนมีเหมือนกันคือ เมื่อเป็นแล้ว มันกลับไปเหมือนเดิมไม่ได้ พวกเราจึงมีจำนวนมากขึ้นเรื่อย ๆ

อีกทั้งทั้งสองยังเห็นตรงกันว่ามีคนไทยหลายคนเจ็บไปกับการเกิดและดับของ Shitcoin ต่าง ๆ ในตลาด พวกเขาเห็นอกเห็นใจและอยากให้พวกเขากลับมามอง Bitcoin ใหม่ไม่ใช่ในฐานะเหรียญ ๆ หนึ่ง แต่เป็นอะไรที่ยิ่งใหญ่กว่านั้น

โดยในระหว่างที่สนทนากัน คุณจิมมี่เองก็ให้ความสนใจและสำคัญกับสิ่งที่ทางทีมงานของ Right Shift ทำเป็นอย่างมาก ด้วยความสม่ำเสมอของทีมงาน และการทำงานอย่างไม่รู้จักเหน็ดเหนื่อยที่นำพาเขาและทุก ๆ คนในงานมาที่นี่ เขาอยากให้ Right Shift ดำเนินกิจการต่อไปและก็ได้ทิ้งท้ายเอาไว้ว่าหากต้องการความช่วยเหลือหรือต้องการความร่วมมืออะไรกับทาง Bitcoin Learning Center ที่เชียงใหม่แล้วหละก็เขาพร้อมที่จะช่วย

"We'll do this. We'll make this happen."

ทั้งการเติบโตของคอมมูนิตี้ Bitcoin ที่ภูเก็ต พังงา กรุงเทพ และเชียงใหม่ ทำให้ทั้งเขา และ อ.พิริยะ เชื่อว่าซักวัน Bitcoin Adoption จะต้องเติบโตจนหน่วยงานรัฐเล็งเห็น ซึ่งทางคุณจิมมี่ ก็แสดงความยินดีที่จะได้ช่วยเหลือพวกเขาเมื่อเวลามาถึง เพราะเขามองว่าเมืองไทยถือเป็นพี่ใหญ่ในประเทศกลุ่มตะวันออกเฉียงใต้ ทำให้เรามีศักยภาพในการรุดหน้าเกี่ยวกับ Bitcoin Adoption และการให้การศึกษาเกี่ยวกับ Bitcoin

ดังนั้นแล้ว ขึ้นอยู่กับเวลาว่าเขาจะตื่นรู้ว่า Bitcoin สามารถนำมาพัฒนาประเทศได้เช่น เราสามารถสร้างความมั่นคงทางพลังงานจากมันได้ เราสามารถพัฒรุดหน้าอย่างก้าวกระโดดด้วยมันได้ เมื่อถึงตอนนั้น มาพูดคุยกับเราสิ มาร่วมกันสร้างไปด้วยกัน

และก็ไม่ใช่แค่รัฐบาล วันหนึ่งทุก ๆ ธุรกิจเอกชนก็จะต้องมีส่วนเกี่ยวข้องกับ Bitcoin เช่นกัน มันจึงสำคัญที่พวกเราในตอนนี้จะต้องสร้างโครงสร้างพื้นฐานต่าง ๆ เกี่ยวกับการใช้ Bitcoin ให้เพียบพร้อมในทุก ๆ ทาง แล้วเมื่อพวกเขาต้องการเรา พวกเขาจะต้องการเรา

"They're going to need us because we don't go away. We just keep getting stronger and stronger."

และในช่วงสุดท้ายของการพูดคุย คุณจิมมี่ก็เชิญชวนทุก ๆ คนให้เข้ามาศึกษาเกี่ยวกับ Bitcoin ซักหน่อย วันละนิดก็ยังดี ไม่สำคัญว่าคุณจะเป็นใคร ไม่ว่าจะเป็นธุรกิจเล็กเช่นร้านตัดผม หรือธุรกิจใหญ่ก็ตาม เขาเชื่อว่ามันจะต้องเป็นประโยชน์กับพวกเราในภายภาคหน้า

"So please, add a little bit of bitcoin into your life"

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บรรยายโดย Jimmy Castro และ อ.พิริยะ สัมพันธารักษ์ แปลและเรียบเรียงโดย Techin

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ขอบคุณที่เชิญผมมา ณ ที่นี่ ผม ทักเกอร์

อย่างที่รู้กันวันนี้เราจะคุยกันเกี่ยวกับบิตคอยน์ในมุมมองทางด้านจริยธรรม ผมคงไม่ต้องอธิบายอะไรเกี่ยวกับเรื่องเชิงเทคนิคของบิตคอยน์มากนักเพราะหลาย ๆ ท่านคงจะได้ฟังกันมากพอแล้ว ดังนั้นแล้ว ผมอยากที่จะมองบิตคอยน์นั้น เป็นเพียงเครื่องมือชิ้นหนึ่ง

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ตั้งแต่ยุคดึกดำบรรพ์มนุษย์ได้ประดิษฐ์ เครื่องมือ มากมายเพื่อที่จะก้าวข้ามอุปสรรค์ต่าง ๆ อย่างเช่น หอก หรือเครื่องไถ นี่เป็นสิ่งที่แยกเราออกจากสัตว์ป่าอื่น ๆ ซึ่งคำว่า เครื่องมือ ของมนุษย์ไม่ได้หยุดอยู่ที่แค่ของที่จับต้องได้เท่านั้น เรายังมีเครื่องมือที่ไร้รูปร่างที่ถูกประดิษฐ์ขึ้น เพื่อเป็นตัวแทนของชุดความคิดที่เราจะสื่อสารกัน เช่น ภาษา คณิตศาสตร์ ตรรกศาสตร์

อย่างไรก็ดี เครื่องมือก็คือเครื่องมือ มันไม่มีชีวิต ไม่มีเจตจำนง จะดีหรือชั่ว เราจะเป็นผู้กำหนด เมื่อเป็นเช่นนั้น พวกเราจึงมีการนำเอา ประวัติศาสตร์ มาประยุกต์ใช้ร่วมเพื่อที่จะสร้างวิธีการใช้เครื่องมือเหล่านั้นไปในทางที่ถูกที่ควร เช่น เราอาจพูดได้ว่าการให้กำเกิด กฏหมาย ขึ้นเพื่อห้ามคนเข่นฆ่ากัน เป็นการที่มนุษย์เรียนรู้ประวัติศาสตร์ และใช้ภาษาเพื่อสร้างกฏหมาย เพื่อกำหนดศีลธรรมร่วมกันซึ่งนำไปสู่สันติภาพ

นั้น ทำให้เราจำเป็นต้องศีกษาประวัติศาสตร์เกี่ยวกับการเงิน เราเคยนำเงินมาใช้ไปในทิศทางไหนแล้วบ้าง แล้วในอนาคตเราจะใช้มันอย่างไรเพื่อที่จะสร้างเศรษฐกิจที่ยุติธรรมและมีจริยธรรม

ผมไม่ชอบสรุปประวัติศาสตร์ออกมาอย่างหยาบ กลับกันผมชอบมองย้อนกลับไปว่าพวกเราเคยทำอะไรเอาไว้บ้างเพื่อถอดบทเรียนจากมัน แล้วหวังว่าเราจะไม่ปล่อยให้ให้ประวัติศาสตร์ซ้ำรอย

ดังนั้นวันนี้ผมจะทำเช่นนั้น การมองย้อนกลับไปในประวัติศาสตร์นั้น ผมคิดว่ามันมันสำคัญยิ่ง

อย่างที่รู้กัน นี่คือ Karl Marx

เราอาจพูดได้ว่าด้วยสภาพแวดล้อมที่เขามีชีวิตอยู่ได้หล่อหลอมเขา จนเขาให้กำเนิดแนวคิดหนึ่งที่เขาคิดว่ามันจะเป็นบรรทัดฐานทางศิลธรรมใหม่ที่ทุกคนต้องใช้ และนี่เป็นสิ่งที่เขาเคยพูดเอาไว้

สะสมและกอบโกย นี่แหละคือแก่นแท้ของมัน จงให้อุตสาหกรรมสรรสร้างทรัพยากรเพื่อกอบโกยได้มากขึ้นอีก จึงประหยัดแล้ว ประหยัดอีก แล้วนำคุณค่าและสินค้าที่เอ่อล้นมากองเป็นทุนที่สูงขึ้น ให้ก่อเกิดเป็นทุนนิยม แล้วจึงกอบโกยเพียงเพื่อการกอบโกย กอบโกยเพียงเพื่อการผลิต สืบไป

นี่เป็นเป็นคำวิจารณ์ของเขา ถึงระบอบทุนนิยมและแนวคิดของมัน ซึ่งแพร่หลายปกคลุมทั้งสังคมที่เขามีชีวิตอยู่ คือการสะสมทุน อีกทั้งในมุมมองของเขาชี้ว่าฐานรากของทุนนิยมนั้นมีแค่การสะสมทุน สะสมทุน จนกระทั่งกระบวนการนี้มันได้กัดกินคุณค่าความเป็นมนุษย์ให้หายไปจากสารระบบ

ดังนั้นมุมมองที่เขามีต่อระบอบทุนนิยม คือระบอบที่เอารัดเอาเปรียบชนชั้นแรงงาน กล่าวคือเขานิยามระบอบทุนนิยมว่า จงรีดเค้นเลือดเนื้อจากคนงานให้ได้มากที่สุด ให้พวกเขารู้สึกห่างเหินจากงานที่ทำ และสะสมทุนที่เข้นออกมาได้ให้เพิ่มพูนสูงขึ้นไป

ในมุมมองของเขา ระบอบทุนนิยมจะผูกขาดความมั่งคั่งเอาไว้คนเพียงไม่กี่หยิบมือ และ มองทุกสิ่งทุกอย่างเป็นสินค้า เฉกเช่นแนวคิดหลักของทุนนิยมในมุมมองของเขาที่เน้นการกอบโกยเพื่อสะสมทุนให้ได้มากที่สุดด้วยทุกวิถีทาง ทุกอย่างบนโลกล้วนมีเพื่อให้กอบโกยสะสมทุน เพื่อทุนนิยม เขามองว่า ระบบเศรฐกิจแบบนี้จำเป็นต้องถูกปฏิรูปสิ้น อีกทั้งยังอธิบายเพิ่มเติมอีกว่าระบอบที่ถูกออกแบบมาให้ลดต้นทุนให้ได้มากที่สุดนี้ต้องถูกปฏิรูปสิ้นด้วย แล้วก็มองไปอีกว่า ทุนนิยมนั้นเป็นเพียงแค่ส่วนขยายของจักรวรรดินิยม ที่พวกเขาใช้กดขี่ผู้คน

ไม่ได้เป็นการสนับสนุนแต่อย่างใด แต่ผมเห็นว่า Karl Marx นั้นเป็นลูกหลานและผลพวงของระบอบทุนนิยม ซึ่งหล่อหลอมให้เขามีมุมมองเช่นนี้ต่อมัน

จากนั้นเราก็ย้อนมาหามิตรสหายที่เราคุ้นหน้ากันอย่างดี Adam Smith

เขาเกิดในอีกช่วงเวลาหนึ่ง ส่งผลให้ชีวิตหรือมุมมองต่อสิ่งต่าง ๆ นั้นแตกต่างจาก Karl Marx เขาเกิดในระบอบศักดินาสวามิภักดิ์ ที่ที่การแบ่งสันปันส่วนอำนาจขึ้นอยู่กับปริมาณที่ดินที่ผู้ใดครอบครอง เขาพูดอะไรไว้บ้าง เรามาดูกัน

เกียรติและศักดิ์ศรีของบุคคลทำให้เขารักที่จะปกครอง ไม่มีอะไรที่เหยียบย่ำเกียรติและศักดิ์ศรีเขาได้เท่าการถูกบังคับให้เชื่อฟัง ถูกทำให้ดูต่ำต้อย ต่อผู้ที่อยู่เหนือกว่า ขาจึงรักที่จะมีทาสให้ใช้งาน มากกว่าทำงานกับเสรีชน

เขาได้พูดถึงธรรมชาติของมนุษย์ รวมทั้งธรรมชาติของผู้มีอำนาจที่ไม่ต้องการเจรจากับแรงงานของพวกเขา พวกเขาใคร่ที่จะกดขี่บังคับมากกว่าการร่วมมือร่วมแรงกันกับพวกเขา

โดยที่นอกจากที่เขาจะพูดถึงผู้มีอำนาจหรือผู้ถือครองที่ดินแล้ว เขาก็ยังพูดถึงชนชั้นแรงงานด้วยเช่นกัน

ภายใต้ระบอบศักดินาสวามิภักดิ์นั้น ผู้อยู่ใต้บัญชานั้นมีหน้าที่แค่รับใช้อำนาจที่สูงส่งกว่า ไม่สามารถมีสิ่งที่เป็นของตนเองได้ พวกเขาจึงถูกบังคับให้วิงวอนต่อเจ้านายให้มอบอาหารที่อยู่และเครื่องนุ่งห่มแก่ตนด้วยการทำงานถวายแก่นายตน ในสถานการณ์เช่นนี้ เราไม่สามารถหวังให้พวกเขากระทำสิ่งใดให้มีประสิทธิภาพหรือก่อเกิดความก้าวหน้าได้

Adam Smith ได้วิพากวิจารย์ว่าการมีอยู่ของระบอบศักดินาสวามิภัคดิ์นั้น ทำให้อำจาจตกอยู่กับผู้ที่ครอบครองที่ดินเพียงอย่างเดียว ที่เป็นปัจจัยหนึ่งที่เซอะกร่อนบ่อนทำลายชนชั้นแรงงานเนื่องจากพวกเขาไม่มีสิทธิที่จะมีอะไรเป็นของตนเอง พวกเขาจึงต้องเอาแต่รับใช้เพื่อที่จะอยู่รอดไปวัน ๆ

เขานั้นค่อนข้างที่จะให้ความสำคัญกับประสิทธิผลของงาน ไม่ได้พูดถึงจริยธรรมหรืออุดมการณ์เหมือนกับ Karl Marx เขามองว่าถ้าบุคคลนั้นมีหน้าทีแค่รับใช้นายของตน บุคคลนั้นก็ไม่จำเป็นต้องทำอะไรมาก เขาแค่ต้องทำสิ่งที่เจ้านายสั่งเพื่อที่จะมีชีวิตอยู่ต่อไปแค่นั่น นั่นทำให้ภายใต้ระบอบนี้ประสิทธิผลของการใช้ทรัพยากรนั้นจะไม่ถูกดึงออกมาอย่างสูงที่สุด

เศรษฐกิจจะไม่สามารถทรงประสิทธิภาพได้เลยภายใต้ระบอบศักดินา เป็นสิ่งที่เขามอง และมองว่าระบอบทุนนิยมนั้นมีประสิทธิภาพมากกว่า แต่ก็ต้องตั้งคำถามว่ามีประสิทธิภาพเพื่ออะไร เพื่อกอบโกยทุนหรือไม่?

ไม่มีการเลื่อนชั้นทางสังคม เพราะว่าหากไม่มีที่ดินหรือถูกรับมอบที่ดิน พวกเขาก็จะไม่สามารถเปลี่ยนสถานะภาพทางสังคมได้เลย นั้นจึงทำให้ การค้าที่ถูกจำกัด เพราะว่าผู้คนส่วนใหญ่ไม่มีความจำเป็นต้องค้าขาย เพราะพวกเขามีหน้าที่แค่รับใช้ ทำงานให้เสร็จ ๆ ไปก็มีกินด้วยสิ่งที่เจ้านายของตนเองมอบให้แล้ว สุดท้ายเลยคือระบอบศักดินาสวามิภักดิ์ต้องมีการ ผูกขาดสิทธิเสรีภาพ เพราะตัวระบอบไม่สามารถอนุญาตให้มนุษย์ทุกคนมีอำนาจหรือไม่ยากจนได้ ซึ่งนั้นก็เป็นอีกจุดอ่อนที่ฉุดรั้งประสิทธิผลของมนุษย์

อีกครั้ง เราอาจกล่าวได้ว่าระบอบศักดินาสวามิภักดิ์ได้ให้กำเนิด Adam Smith ขึ้นมา

ต่อมาเป็นระบอบศักดินาสวามิภักดิ์ มันคืออะไรหละ มันคือระบบที่มีการแบ่งชนชั้นของบุคคลอย่างชัดเจน จากทาส สู่กษัตริย์ มีอัศวิน มีขุนนาง มีการรับใช้เพื่อได้รับการคุ้มครองจากกษัตริย์หรือเจ้าเมือง ระบอบดังกล่าวให้ความสำคัญกับผู้ถือครองที่ดิน ซึ่งเป็นตัวแสดงอำนาจที่ผู้นั้นถือครอง และความจงรักภักดีต่อผู้บังคับบัญชา

แล้วเมื่อมองย้อนกลับไปอีก เราก็จะเห็นอารยธรรมของมนุษย์ที่รวมกันเป็นเมืองเป็นรัฐและเกิดการซื้อขายเจริญเติบโตขึ้น ทุก ๆ อย่างเหมือนจะดีไปหมดแต่ทำไมทุก ๆ อารยธรรมถึงสิ้นสุดลง

การล่มสลายของกรุงโรม

เป็นตัวอย่างที่เราได้ยินกันมาเยอะมากหากคุณเป็น Bitcoiner พวกเขามีทั้งเจตจำนงที่จะหลีกหนีระบอบจักวรรดินิยม มีการกระจายอำนาจ เกิดสิ่งประดิษฐ์คิดค้นมากมาย มีเศรษฐกิจเกษตรกรรม มีการค้าขายกับต่างชาติ ถึงขนาดมีศาสนาเป็นของตนเอง

ทุกอย่างของกรุงโรมดูจะเป็นไปในทางที่ดี แต่แล้วทำไมหละ มันถึงล่มสลายลง

คำตอบคือมันเกิดการโกงหน่วยวัดมูลค่าให้ไม่เป็นไปตามธรรมชาติ

เช่นการที่หน่วยเงินมันเฟ้อ หรือถูกแทรกแทรง ถูกลดค่าลง หรือให้บางคนที่มีอภิสิทธิ์เสกเงินขึ้นมาให้กับตนเองได้

ทำให้ความมั่งคั่งของคนที่ทำงานและสมควรได้เงินก้อนนั้นถูกลดทอนลง เป็นความไม่เป็นธรรมชาติที่นำไปสู่การล่มสลายของอารยธรรมต่าง ๆ มนุษย์นั้นคิดค้นการโกงหน่วยการวัดมูลค่ากันมาตลอด หนึ่งในนั้นคือการที่ทำให้เงินเสื่อมมูลค่าเมื่อเทียบกับทองคำ ด้วยข้ออ้างที่บอกกันว่า

ให้พวกเราถือทองของพวกคุณ อย่าแลกเปลี่ยนกันด้วยทอง ทองมันหนักเกินไป ทองมันเคลื่อนย้ายยาก

นำไปสู่การผูกขาดทองไว้กับอำนาจรัฐ โดยที่พวกเขาก็จะให้ประชาชนใช้เงินที่ตนตีตราขึ้นมา แล้วก็ทำให้มันงอกเงยจนไม่ได้อิงจากมูลค่าของทองคำแบบ 1:1 ให้กำเนิดเงินเฟ้อซึ่งนำไปสู่การเสียเสถียรภาพของตลาดและการล่มสลายของอารยธรรมหลายต่อหลายครั้ง เช่นกรุงโรม มองโกล หรือแม้แต่จักวรรดิต่าง ๆ ภายในจีน

รูปแบบของการโกงหน่วยวัดมูลค่าของเงินนั้นสลับซับซ้อนและพิศดารขึ้นตามการเวลาที่ผ่านไป จนเรามาถึงยุคที่เงินนั้นไม่ได้ผูกกับทองคำอีกต่อไป จากเหตุการณ์ Nixon shock ทำให้เงินในตอนนี้สื่อมมูลค่าลงไปเรื่อย ๆ จากระบบการเงินใหม่ที่ตัดตนเองออกจากทองคำและไปถูกอ้างอิงมูลค่าโดย หนี้ ไม่ว่าจะเป็นหนี้ที่ถือโดยธนาคารกลางและตนก็เป็นคนกำหนดนโยบาย ซึ่งผมมองมันในฐานะ รากฐานของระบบธนาคารสินเชื่อ หรือหนี้ที่ถือโดยธนาคารพานิชย์ที่ปล่อยสินเชื่อก็ยิ่งทำให้เงินมันเฟ้อขึ้นไปอีก เช่นแบงค์ของ Wall Street ในสหรัฐอเมริกา

นี่คือจุดที่ทำให้เรากลับมาที่บิตคอยน์ ในฐานะเครื่องมือที่มีจริยธรรม เพราะบิตคอยน์มันเฟ้อไม่ได้ บิตคอยน์มันโกงไม่ได้

ตัวของมันจึงสามารถมอบโอกาสแก่พวกเราให้ไม่ซ้ำรอยความผิดพลาดในอดีต เพราะเมื่อผมส่งบิตคอยน์ ผมได้ส่งมันไปจริง ๆ และมันหายไปจากมือของผมจริง ๆ

ซึ่งนั่นเป็นคุณสมบัติสร้างการแลกเปลี่ยนที่ยุติธรรม ซึ่งจะนำไปสู่ระบบเศรษฐกิจที่ยุติธรรม

บิตคอยน์นั้นมีคุณสมบัติที่จะเป็นเงินที่ยุติธรรม และมีจริยธรรม ด้วยเหตุผลหลาย ๆ ข้อ ซึ่งหนึ่งในนั้นเป็นการที่ มันมีจำกัด

หากถามว่าสิ่งนี้สำคัญอย่างไร คำตอบคือคุณสมบัตินี้ของมันนี่แหละที่จะป้องกันการโกงมูลค่าได้ ไม่เหมือนกับกับเงินที่ถูกโกงมูลค่าหรือเฟ้อขึ้นได้ในปัจจุบัน มันเป็นเงินที่คุณจะไม่ได้นั่งเฉย ๆ แล้วได้รับมันมาด้วยฟังชั่นการงอกเงยของมัน

เรารู้ว่าบิตคอยน์มีปริมาณเท่าไหร่ มันโปร่งใส ตรวจสอบได้ มีภูมิต้านทานการเซนเซอร์ มันสามารถเข้าถึงใครก็ได้บนโลกที่เข้าถึงอินเตอร์เน็ต

มันไม่เกี่ยงเลยว่าคุณคือใคร มีฐานะอย่างไร ตราบเท่าที่คุณสามารถเข้าถึงอินเตอร์เน็ตได้ มันเปิดกว้างมาก และจริง ๆ ผมก็สามารถสร้างระบบ หรือสร้างธุรกิจบนพื้นฐานของบิตคอยน์โดยที่ไม่ต้องขออนุญาตใครทั้งสิ้น

มันทั้งไร้พรมแดนและเป็นสิ่งที่สวยงามยิ่ง ผมจะส่งเงินไปใครใครในโลกก็ได้โดยที่ไม่ต้องคิดเลยว่าเขาอยู่ที่ไหน หรืออยู่ในระบอบปกครองแบบใด ผมแค่ส่ง และผมแค่รับ

อีกข้อหนึ่งคือ มันกระจายศูนย์ เป็นอีกหนึ่งคุณสมบัติที่ทำให้ข้ออื่น ๆ ของบิตคอยน์นั้นทำงานได้จริง ยกตัวอย่างเช่นการกระจายเงินอย่างเท่าเทียมผ่านการขุด ไม่ใช่การกระจายเงินไปสู่คนเพียงหยิบมือที่มีใบอนุญาตเปิดธนาคารได้ แต่เป็นทุก ๆ คนที่ต้องทุ่มแรงเพื่อที่จะได้มันมา ซึ่งนั่นก็ย้อนกลับไปถึงปัญหาเกี่ยวกับจริยธรรมของเงินที่มีคนที่สามารถมีอำนาจในการสูบความมั่งคั่งไปจากเราได้โดยไม่ต้องขออนุญาต

และสิ่งสุดท้ายเลยคือ เงินมันไม่จำเป็น หรือจริง ๆ คือมันไม่มีผลตอบแทน หรือ yield ใด ๆ เพื่อรักษานโยบายทางการเงินของมัน

แล้วไอ้เจ้าการที่เงิน มันมีผลตอบแทน มันงอก มันเฟ้อได้ มันผิดอะไรกันหละ

เราสามารถแจกแจงปัญหานี้ออกมาได้สองข้อใหญ่ ๆ คือ

หนึ่ง คือเงินนั้น คือเครื่องมือในการวัดมูลค่าของสิ่งของ

ผมมอบเงินให้กับผู้ขายเพื่อซื้อมูลค่าที่เขาเสนอมา มันเป็นแค่หน่วยวัด เพื่อให้เกิดการซื้อขาย เพื่อที่ผมจะซื้อของที่จำเป็น มันเป็นเพียงแค่นั้น ถ้างั้น แล้วพอเงินมันมีผลตอบแทนได้หละ มันก็จะเฟ้อ เปรียบเหมือนกับคุณพยายามที่จเป็นนักวิทยาศาสตร์แล้วต้องการทดลองปฏิกิริยาทางเคมีบางอย่าง คุณต้องใช้ปิกเกอร์ แต่ถ้าเราบอกว่ามาตรวัดของปิกเกอร์นั้นมันเปลี่ยนไปตลอดในทุกครั้งที่คุณหยิบมันขึ้นมาหละ ใช่ปิกเกอร์นั้นมันอาจจะใช้งานได้ในระยะสั้น แต่ในระยะยาว อย่าหวังเลย เราไม่สามารถให้มาตรวัดถูกควบคุมหรือแทรกแทรงโดยมนุษย์ได้ โดยเฉพาะกับเจ้าตัวเงินที่เฟ้อได้นี่

สอง เงินที่เฟ้อให้ผลประโยชน์กับพฤติกรรมนักล่า

สมมุติว่าผมให้คนยืมเงินแล้วเขาสัญญาว่าจะนำมาคืนใน 5 ปี คุณไม่สามารถให้หากคุณไม่คิดดอกเบี้ย หรือได้รับผลประโยชน์อะไรบางอย่างตอบแทนที่คุ้มค่า มันไม่ใช่เจตจำนงของเราแต่เป็นสภาพบังคับเพราะว่าเงินของเราเสื่อมค่าลงทุกวัน เมื่อเป็นเช่นนั้น คุณไม่สามารถซื้อของที่คุณต้องการซื้อได้อีกแล้วด้วยเงินที่เขานำมาคืนเมื่อครบสัญญาเพราะของมันแพงขึ้น

แล้วถ้าหากเป็นเงินที่ไม่เฟ้อหละ มันให้ผลประโยชน์กับพฤติกรรมที่เป็นกุศล เพราะเงินที่ผมให้ยืมไป เมื่อผมได้รับคืน ผมสามารถซื้อของที่ผมอยากได้ใน 5 ปีก่อนได้ตามปกติ จริง ๆ แล้ว นี่อาจจะนับเป็นการให้เขานำเงินของเราไปดูแลแทนเราก็ได้ เราไม่จำเป็นต้องตักตวงผลประโยชน์ใด ๆ เพื่อความอยู่รอดอีกต่อไป

ผมเชื่อว่า บิตคอยน์ เป็นเงินที่มีศิลธรรมมากที่สุด แต่ผมเชื่อว่าเราทำอะไรได้มากกว่านี้

ในโมเดลธุรกิจตามหลักศาสนาอิสลาม พวกเรามีระบบที่กำหนดว่าอะไรคือการแลกเปลี่ยนที่เป็นธรรม ผมพยายามที่จะหาคำอธิบายง่าย ๆ ให้ฟังแต่มันก็ยากพอควรเลยแหละ แต่โดยสรุปแล้ว มันคือ Capitalistic collectivism

Capitalistic collectivism คือหลักแนวคิดที่ว่า ไม่มีอะไรผิดในการเก็บเกี่ยวผลประโยชน์หรือสะสมทุน ตราบใดที่คุณยังคำนึงถึงกลุ่มคนหรือส่วนรวมในกระบวนการนั้น ซึ่งเมื่อมองย้อนกลับไปที่มุมมองต่อทุนนิยมของ Karl Marx ที่เน้นย้ำสุด ๆ เกี่ยวกับกระบวนการเก็บเกี่ยวสะสมทุนที่ตัดขาดมนุษย์ออกจากสมการทำให้ไม่ต้องแคร์ว่าพวกเขาจะทน เขาจะจน เขาไม่มีเงินจ่ายค่าเช่า ตราบใดที่ฉันได้กอบโกยทุนเข้ากระเป๋าฉันก็เพียงพอ

ซึ่งสำหรับการมองทุนนิยมในรูปแบบของ Capitalistic collectivism เรายังสามารถตักตวงผลประโยชน์ได้ โดยที่ไม่ทำให้ผู้คนเป็นทุกข์

มีคำกล่าวหนึ่ง ใครก็ตามที่มีสวนหลังบ้านแล้วผู้คนที่อาศัยอยู่ที่นั่นอดอยาก คุณในฐานะเจ้าของที่ดินจะถูกขับออกจากการปกป้องของ Allah นี่เป็นสิ่งที่มูฮัมมัดได้เคยตรัจเอาไว้ เป็นวิธีการที่เขาจะส่งเสริมให้คนที่มีทุนหรือมีที่ดิน มองกลับมาและให้ความสำคัญผู้คนที่อาศัยในที่ ๆ ของคุณด้วย คุณมีส่วนรับผิดชอบต่อความหิวโหยของพวกเขา เพราะสมมุติว่ามีใครมาเจอคนหิวอยู่ในสวนหลังบ้านคุณแล้วคุณไม่ทำอะไร คุณก็จะถูกตั้งคำถามและถูกติติง

อีกอย่างหนึ่งคือ ถ้าคุณให้ คุณจะร่ำรวย สำหรับเหตุผลของมันผมจะกลับมาอธิบายอีททีในเร็ว ๆ นี้ แต่จุดประสงค์ของคำกล่าวนี้ก็คือการส่งเสริมให้ผู้มีต้องคำนึงถึงผู้ที่ไม่มีด้วย เราจึงต้องทำให้แน่ใจว่าเราพยายามอย่างสุดความสามารถเพื่อที่จะแบ่งปันสิ่งที่เรามีแก่พวกเขา

สิ่งสุดท้ายเกี่ยวกับ Capitalistic collectivism คือการ ทำให้ความมั่งคั่งของเรานั้น ไม่ได้ถูกจำกัดและส่งต่อไปให้แต่กับผู้มากมี ซึ่งเอาจริง ๆ ผมพอเข้าใจในมุมมองของชาวบิตคอยน์ที่มักจะบอกกับทุก ๆ คนว่า

ถือไว้ ถือยาว ถือยาวแล้วดีต่อคุณ

แต่เราต้องคำนึงถึงด้วยว่าบิตคอยน์นั้นเป็นเงินสำหรับทุกคน ทุกคนจำเป็นที่จะสามารถเข้าถึง มี และครอบครองมันได้ เพราะว่าเราไม่อยากให้เจ้าบิตคอยน์นี้หมุนเวียนไปแต่กับบริษัทยักษ์ใหญ่ เพราะจริง ๆ แล้วพวกเราต้องการให้ทุกคนเข้าถึงบิตคอยน์

ในศาสนาอิสลาม เรามีคำว่า Zakaat ซึ่งผมจะวางมันเป็นสิ่งที่ตรงข้ามกับดอกเบี้ยเลย เพราะโดยความหมายแล้ว ดอกเบี้ย คือผลตอบแทนจากเงินที่ไม่ได้นำไปทำอะไร แต่สำหรับ Zakkat นั้น ผลตอบแทนจากเงินคือการนำเงินนั้นไปเพื่อเติมเต็มสังคม เพื่อแสดงความรับผิดชอบของผู้มีต่อผู้ที่ไม่มี

ความมั่งคั่งแล้วโดยธรรมชาติแล้วจะค่อยสูญเสียไปตามกาลเวลา เช่นการที่คนมีบ้าน เขาก็ต้องจ่ายเงินเพื่อดูแลบ้าน นั่นก็นับเป็นการสูญเสียความมั่งคั่งบางส่วนกลับสู่ธรรมชาติเช่นกัน สู่มือของคนที่เราจ้างมาให้ซ่อมบ้าน หรืออีกตัวอย่างคือรถ รถนั้นประกอบไปด้วยหลายชิ้นส่วน เมื่อเราต้องดูแลรถเราก็ต้องสละความมั่งคั่งของเขาไปให้อู่ซ่อมรถ ตามกฏของธรรมชาติ

ดังนั้นแล้ว ผลตอบแทนจากเงินที่ไม่ได้สร้าง Productivity ใด ๆ นั้นเป็นสิ่งที่ไม่เป็นไปตามกฏของธรรมชาติ เพราะนั่นหมายความว่าคุณกำลังสูบเอาความมั่งคั่งจากผู้อื่นเพื่อได้รับผลตอบแทนของเงิน ดังนั้นแล้ว ตามกฏของธรรมชาติ เงินควรที่จะลดลงและถูกส่งทอดลงสู่ผู้ที่จำเป็นต้องใช้มัน แล้วพวกเขาก็นำเงินเหล่านั้นซื้อสิ่งของที่ต้องการ แล้วนั่นก็จะนำประโยชน์กลับมาหาคุณไม่ว่าทางใดก็ทางหนึ่ง นี่ก็เป็นตัวอย่างที่สนับสนุนคำสอนที่กล่าวว่า จงให้ เพื่อที่จะได้รับ เป็นสิ่งปกติของการผ่องถ่ายความมั่งคั่ง

ในที่สุดเราก็มาถึงบทสรุปแล้ว ผมมีคำแนะนำหรือบรรทัดฐานว่าเราจะสร้างเศรษฐกิจที่มีจริยธรรมที่มากขึ้นได้อย่างไร

• เราต้องสร้างระบบนิเวศของเศรษฐกิจที่ชัดเจนโปร่งใส
• ได้รับในสิ่งที่คุณควรได้เท่านั้น
• จงเพิ่มมูลค่ากลับไปที่ระบบด้วย ไม่ใช่เอาแต่ดูดเอาผลประโยชน์เพียงอย่างเดียว
• จงให้ เพื่อที่จะได้รับ
• และอย่าให้บิตคอยน์หมุนเวียนอยู่กับแต่ผู้มากมี

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เนื้อหาบรรยายโดย Mu'aawiyah Tucker เรียบเรียงและแปลโดย Techin

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Nostr (short for "Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays") is a decentralised, censorship-resistant social network protocol designed for secure and private communication. It enables users to post notes and interact with others without relying on any centralised platform, unlike traditional social media platforms.

NIPs, or Nostr Implementation Possibilities, define the set of specifications or guidelines that clients and relays can follow to ensure the interoperability of all parts. This is the case with NIP-05, which defines an account verification mechanism by mapping Nostr public keys to DNS-based identifiers that resemble an email address.

Unlike the blue check mark on X.com, NIP-05 can be easily implemented by users for free. To get your account NIP-05 verified, you will need the following:

• Nostr public key in hex format
• Domain name that you own and manage (e.g., example.com)
• Nostr account name in an email-like format (e.g., johnnycage@example.com)
• Web server or a place to host a file from the domain name

For the Nostr public key in hexadecimal format, you can use the key converter tool at this link: https://damus.io/key/. Copy your user public key (npub) from your client and paste it in the link above to convert the key to hex format, i.e:

5c83da77af1dec6d7289834998ad7aafbd9e2191396d75ec3cc27f5a77226f36

Please note that some clients may not recognise your public key in hex format, and you may need to use your npub key instead.

Create a nostr.json file and paste the following: ``` { "names": { "johnnycage":"5c83da77af1dec6d7289834998ad7aafbd9e2191396d75ec3cc27f5a77226f36" } }

```

Upload the file to the web server and modify your DNS so your domain example.com is redirected to it. As a result, you should be able to access the file like this: https://example.com/.well-known/nostr.json

NIP-05 also defines how to handle CORS issues, since some Javascript based Nostr clients may be restricted by browser CORS policies, it is recommended to configure the web server to respond requests with the following header:

Access-Control-Allow-Origin: *

As a final step, go to your Nostr client and configure your Nostr address for verification. In the case of the Amethyst client, this is done under Profile -> Nostr Address -> johnnycage@example.com. Once validated, a checkmark symbol should appear next to your chosen Nostr address.

Keep in mind that not all nostr clients behave the same, so you will need to adjust these steps based on your client of choice.

For more information about NIP-05, head here: https://github.com/nostr-protocol/nips/blob/master/05.md

nostr #nip #grownostr #howto #blog

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Test Test Test ++Test++ ~~Test~~ * Test

1. Test

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นี่คือข้อสรุปสั่นๆจากการต่อรองซื้อขายครับ

(หลังจากนี้ผมขอเรียกผู้ซื้อว่า scammer นะครับ เพราะไพ่มันหงายมาแล้ว ว่าเขาคือมิจฉาชีพ)

• Scammer รายแรก เลือกผลงานที่จะซื้อ เสนอราคาซื้อที่สูงมาก แต่ต้องเป็นเวบไซต์ NFTmarket place ที่เขากำหนดเท่านั้น มันทำงานอยู่บน ERC20 ผมเข้าไปดูเวบไซต์ที่ว่านี้แล้วรู้สึกว่ามันดูแปลกๆครับ คนที่จะลงขายผลงานจะต้องใช้ email ในการสมัครบัญชีซะก่อน ถึงจะผูก wallet อย่างเช่น metamask ได้ เมื่อผูก wallet แล้วไม่สามารถเปลี่ยนได้ด้วย ตอนนั้นผมใช้ wallet ที่ไม่ได้ link กับ HW wallet ไว้ ทดลองสลับ wallet ไปๆมาๆ มันทำไม่ได้ แถมลอง log out แล้ว เลข wallet ก็ยังคาอยู่อันเดิม อันนี้มันดูแปลกๆแล้วหนึ่งอย่าง เวบนี้ค่า ETH ในการ mint 0.15 - 0.2 ETH … ตีเป็นเงินบาทนี่แพงบรรลัยอยู่นะครับ

• Scammer รายแรกพยายามชักจูงผม หว่านล้อมผมว่า แหม เดี๋ยวเขาก็มารับซื้องานผมน่า mint งานเสร็จ รีบบอกเขานะ เดี๋ยวเขารีบกดซื้อเลย พอขายได้กำไร ผมก็ได้ค่า gas คืนได้ แถมยังได้กำไรอีก ไม่มีอะไรต้องเสีนจริงมั้ย แต่มันเป้นความโชคดีครับ เพราะตอนนั้นผมไม่เหลือทุนสำรองที่จะมาซื้อ ETH ได้ ผมเลยต่อรองกับเขาตามนี้ครับ :

• ผมเสนอว่า เอางี้มั้ย ผมส่งผลงานของผมแบบ low resolution ให้ก่อน แลกกับให้เขาช่วยโอน ETH ที่เป็นค่า mint งานมาให้หน่อย พอผมได้ ETH แล้ว ผมจะ upscale งานของผม แล้วเมล์ไปให้ ใจแลกใจกันไปเลย ... เขาไม่เอา

• ผมเสนอให้ไปซื้อที่ร้านค้าออนไลน์ buymeacoffee ของผมมั้ย จ่ายเป็น USD ... เขาไม่เอา
• ผมเสนอให้ซื้อขายผ่าน PPV lightning invoice ที่ผมมีสิทธิ์เข้าถึง เพราะเป็น creator ของ Creatr ... เขาไม่เอา
• ผมยอกเขาว่างั้นก็รอนะ รอเงินเดือนออก เขาบอก ok

สัปดาห์ถัดมา มี scammer คนที่สองติดต่อผมเข้ามา ใช้วิธีการใกล้เคียงกัน แต่ใช้คนละเวบ แถมเสนอราคาซื้อที่สูงกว่าคนแรกมาก เวบที่สองนี้เลวร้ายค่าเวบแรกอีกครับ คือต้องใช้เมล์สมัครบัญชี ไม่สามารถผูก metamask ได้ พอสมัครเสร็จจะได้ wallet เปล่าๆมาหนึ่งอัน ผมต้องโอน ETH เข้าไปใน wallet นั้นก่อน เพื่อเอาไปเป็นค่า mint NFT 0.2 ETH

ผมบอก scammer รายที่สองว่า ต้องรอนะ เพราะตอนนี้กำลังติดต่อซื้อขายอยู่กับผู้ซื้อรายแรกอยู่ ผมกำลังรอเงินเพื่อมาซื้อ ETH เป็นต้นทุนดำเนินงานอยู่ คนคนนี้ขอให้ผมส่งเวบแรกไปให้เขาดูหน่อย หลังจากนั้นไม่นานเขาเตือนผมมาว่าเวบแรกมันคือ scam นะ ไม่สามารถถอนเงินออกมาได้ เขายังส่งรูป cap หน้าจอที่คุยกับผู้เสียหายจากเวบแรกมาให้ดูว่าเจอปัญหาถอนเงินไม่ได้ ไม่พอ เขายังบลัฟ opensea ด้วยว่าลูกค้าขายงานได้ แต่ถอนเงินไม่ได้

Opensea ถอนเงินไม่ได้ ตรงนี้แหละครับคือตัวกระตุกต่อมเอ๊ะของผมดังมาก เพราะ opensea อ่ะ ผู้ใช้ connect wallet เข้ากับ marketplace โดยตรง ซื้อขายกันเกิดขึ้น เงินวิ่งเข้าวิ่งออก wallet ของแต่ละคนโดยตรงเลย opensea เก็บแค่ค่า fee ในการใช้ platform ไม่เก็บเงินลูกค้าไว้ แถมปีนี้ค่า gas fee ก็ถูกกว่า bull run cycle 2020 มาก ตอนนี้ค่า gas fee ประมาณ 0.0001 ETH (แต่มันก็แพงกว่า BTC อยู่ดีอ่ะครับ)

ผมเลยเอาเรื่องนี้ไปปรึกษาพี่บิท แต่แอดมินมาคุยกับผมแทน ทางแอดมินแจ้งว่ายังไม่เคยมีเพื่อนๆมาปรึกษาเรื่องนี้ กรณีที่ผมทักมาถามนี่เป็นรายแรกเลย แต่แอดมินให้ความเห็นไปในทางเดียวกับสมมุติฐานของผมว่าน่าจะ scam ในเวลาเดียวกับผมเอาเรื่องนี้ไปถามในเพจ NFT community คนไทนด้วย ได้รับการ confirm ชัดเจนว่า scam และมีคนไม่น้อยโดนหลอก หลังจากที่ผมรู้ที่มาแล้ว ผมเลยเล่นสงครามปั่นประสาท scammer ทั้งสองคนนี้ครับ เพื่อดูว่าหลอกหลวงมิจฉาชีพจริงมั้ย

โดยวันที่ 30 กย. ผมเลยปั่นประสาน scammer ทั้งสองรายนี้ โดยการ mint ผลงานที่เขาเสนอซื้อนั่นแหละ ขึ้น opensea แล้วส่งข้อความไปบอกว่า

mint ให้แล้วนะ แต่เงินไม่พอจริงๆว่ะโทษที เลย mint ขึ้น opensea แทน พอดีบ้านจน ทำได้แค่นี้ไปถึงแค่ opensea รีบไปซื้อล่ะ มีคนจ้องจะคว้างานผมเยอะอยู่ ผมไม่คิด royalty fee ด้วยนะเฮ้ย เอาไปขายต่อไม่ต้องแบ่งกำไรกับผม

เท่านั้นแหละครับ สงครามจิตวิทยาก็เริ่มขึ้น แต่เขาจนมุม กลืนน้ำลายตัวเอง ช็อตเด็ดคือ

เขา : เนี่ยอุส่ารอ บอกเพื่อนในทีมว่าวันจันทร์ที่ 30 กย. ได้ของแน่ๆ เพื่อนๆในทีมเห็นงานผมแล้วมันสวยจริง เลยใส่เงินเต็มที่ 9.3ETH (+ capture screen ส่งตัวเลขยอดเงินมาให้ดู)ไว้รอโดยเฉพาะเลยนะ ผม : เหรอ ... งั้น ขอดู wallet address ที่มี transaction มาให้ดูหน่อยสิ เขา : 2ETH นี่มัน 5000$ เลยนะ ผม : แล้วไง ขอดู wallet address ที่มีการเอายอดเงิน 9.3ETH มาให้ดูหน่อย ไหนบอกว่าเตรียมเงินไว้มากแล้วนี่ ขอดูหน่อย ว่าใส่ไว้เมื่อไหร่ ... เอามาแค่ adrress นะเว้ย ไม่ต้องทะลึ่งส่ง seed มาให้ เขา : ส่งรูปเดิม 9.3 ETH มาให้ดู ผม : รูป screenshot อ่ะ มันไม่มีความหมายหรอกเว้ย ตัดต่อเอาก็ได้ง่ายจะตาย เอา transaction hash มาดู ไหนว่าเตรียมเงินไว้รอ 9.3ETH แล้วอยากซื้องานผมจนตัวสั่นเลยไม่ใช่เหรอ ถ้าจะส่ง wallet address มาให้ดู หรือจะช่วยส่ง 0.15ETH มาให้ยืม mint งานก่อน แล้วมากดซื้อ 2ETH ไป แล้วผมใช้ 0.15ETH คืนให้ก็ได้ จะซื้อหรือไม่ซื้อเนี่ย เขา : จะเอา address เขาไปทำไม ผม : ตัดจบ รำคาญ ไม่ขายให้ละ เขา : 2ETH = 5000 USD เลยนะ ผม : แล้วไง

ผมเลยเขียนบทความนี้มาเตือนเพื่อนๆพี่ๆทุกคนครับ เผื่อใครกำลังเปิดพอร์ตทำธุรกิจขาย digital art online แล้วจะโชคดี เจอของดีแบบผม

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ทำไมผมถึงมั่นใจว่ามันคือการหลอกหลวง แล้วคนโกงจะได้อะไร

อันดับแรกไปพิจารณาดู opensea ครับ เป็นเวบ NFTmarketplace ที่ volume การซื้อขายสูงที่สุด เขาไม่เก็บเงินของคนจะซื้อจะขายกันไว้กับตัวเอง เงินวิ่งเข้าวิ่งออก wallet ผู้ซื้อผู้ขายเลย ส่วนทางเวบเก็บค่าธรรมเนียมเท่านั้น แถมค่าธรรมเนียมก็ถูกกว่าเมื่อปี 2020 เยอะ ดังนั้นการที่จะไปลงขายงานบนเวบ NFT อื่นที่ค่า fee สูงกว่ากันเป็นร้อยเท่า ... จะทำไปทำไม

ผมเชื่อว่า scammer โกงเงินเจ้าของผลงานโดยการเล่นกับความโลภและความอ่อนประสบการณ์ของเจ้าของผลงานครับ เมื่อไหร่ก็ตามที่เจ้าของผลงานโอน ETH เข้าไปใน wallet เวบนั้นเมื่อไหร่ หรือเมื่อไหร่ก็ตามที่จ่ายค่า fee ในการ mint งาน เงินเหล่านั้นสิ่งเข้ากระเป๋า scammer ทันที แล้วก็จะมีการเล่นตุกติกต่อแน่นอนครับ เช่นถอนไม่ได้ หรือซื้อไม่ได้ ต้องโอนเงินมาเพิ่มเพื่อปลดล็อค smart contract อะไรก็ว่าไป แล้วคนนิสัยไม่ดีพวกเนี้ย ก็จะเล่นกับความโลภของคน เอาราคาเสนอซื้อที่สูงโคตรๆมาล่อ ... อันนี้ไม่ว่ากัน เพราะบนโลก NFT รูปภาพบางรูปที่ไม่ได้มีความเป็นศิลปะอะไรเลย มันดันขายกันได้ 100 - 150 ETH ศิลปินที่พยายามสร้างตัวก็อาจจะมองว่า ผลงานเรามีคนรับซื้อ 2 - 4 ETH ต่องานมันก็มากพอแล้ว (จริงๆมากเกินจนน่าตกใจด้วยซ้ำครับ)

บนโลกของ BTC ไม่ต้องเชื่อใจกัน โอนเงินไปหากันได้ ปิดสมุดบัญชีได้โดยไม่ต้องเชื่อใจกัน

บบโลกของ ETH "code is law" smart contract มีเขียนอยู่แล้ว ไปอ่าน มันไม่ได้ยากมากในการทำความเข้าใจ ดังนั้น การจะมาเชื่อคำสัญญาจากคนด้วยกัน เป็นอะไรที่ไม่มีเหตุผล

ผมไปเล่าเรื่องเหล่านี้ให้กับ community งานศิลปะ ก็มีทั้งเสียงตอบรับที่ดี และไม่ดีปนกันไป มีบางคนยืนยันเสียงแข็งไปในทำนองว่า ไอ้เรื่องแบบเนี้ยไม่ได้กินเขาหรอก เพราะเขาตั้งใจแน่วแน่ว่างานศิลป์ของเขา เขาไม่เอาเข้ามายุ่งในโลก digital currency เด็ดขาด ซึ่งผมก็เคารพมุมมองเขาครับ แต่มันจะดีกว่ามั้ย ถ้าเราเปิดหูเปิดตาให้ทันเทคโนโลยี โดยเฉพาะเรื่อง digital currency , blockchain โดนโกงทีนึงนี่คือหมดตัวกันง่ายกว่าเงิน fiat อีก

อยากจะมาเล่าให้ฟังครับ และอยากให้ช่วยแชร์ไปให้คนรู้จักด้วย จะได้ระวังตัวกัน

Note

• ภาพประกอบ cyber security ทั้งสองนี่ของผมเองครับ ทำเอง วางขายบน AdobeStock
• อีกบัญชีนึงของผม "HikariHarmony" npub1exdtszhpw3ep643p9z8pahkw8zw00xa9pesf0u4txyyfqvthwapqwh48sw กำลังค่อยๆเอาผลงานจากโลกข้างนอกเข้ามา nostr ครับ ตั้งใจจะมาสร้างงานศิลปะในนี้ เพื่อนๆที่ชอบงาน จะได้ไม่ต้องออกไปหาที่ไหน

ผลงานของผมครับ - Anime girl fanarts : HikariHarmony - HikariHarmony on Nostr - General art : KeshikiRakuen - KeshikiRakuen อาจจะเป็นบัญชี nostr ที่สามของผม ถ้าไหวครับ

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Hello everyone on Nostr and all my watchersand followersfrom DeviantArt, as well as those from other art platforms

I have been creating and sharing AI-generated anime girl fanart since the beginning of 2024 and have been running member-exclusive content on Patreon.

I also publish showcases of my artworks to Deviantart. I organically build up my audience from time to time. I consider it as one of my online businesses of art. Everything is slowly growing

On September 16, I received a DM from someone expressing interest in purchasing my art in NFT format and offering a very high price for each piece. We later continued the conversation via email.

Here’s a brief overview of what happened

• The first scammer selected the art they wanted to buy and offered a high price for each piece. They provided a URL to an NFT marketplace site running on the Ethereum (ETH) mainnet or ERC20. The site appeared suspicious, requiring email sign-up and linking a MetaMask wallet. However, I couldn't change the wallet address later. The minting gas fees were quite expensive, ranging from 0.15 to 0.2 ETH

• The scammers tried to convince me that the high profits would easily cover the minting gas fees, so I had nothing to lose. Luckily, I didn’t have spare funds to purchase ETH for the gas fees at the time, so I tried negotiating with them as follows:

• I offered to send them a lower-quality version of my art via email in exchange for the minting gas fees, but they refused.

• I offered them the option to pay in USD through Buy Me a Coffee shop here, but they refused.
• I offered them the option to pay via Bitcoin using the Lightning Network invoice , but they refused.
• I asked them to wait until I could secure the funds, and they agreed to wait.

The following week, a second scammer approached me with a similar offer, this time at an even higher price and through a different NFT marketplace website.

This second site also required email registration, and after navigating to the dashboard, it asked for a minting fee of 0.2 ETH. However, the site provided a wallet address for me instead of connecting a MetaMask wallet.

I told the second scammer that I was waiting to make a profit from the first sale, and they asked me to show them the first marketplace. They then warned me that the first site was a scam and even sent screenshots of victims, including one from OpenSea saying that Opensea is not paying.

This raised a red flag, and I began suspecting I might be getting scammed. On OpenSea, funds go directly to users' wallets after transactions, and OpenSea charges a much lower platform fee compared to the previous crypto bull run in 2020. Minting fees on OpenSea are also significantly cheaper, around 0.0001 ETH per transaction.

I also consulted with Thai NFT artist communities and the ex-chairman of the Thai Digital Asset Association. According to them, no one had reported similar issues, but they agreed it seemed like a scam.

After confirming my suspicions with my own research and consulting with the Thai crypto community, I decided to test the scammers’ intentions by doing the following

I minted the artwork they were interested in, set the price they offered, and listed it for sale on OpenSea. I then messaged them, letting them know the art was available and ready to purchase, with no royalty fees if they wanted to resell it.

They became upset and angry, insisting I mint the art on their chosen platform, claiming they had already funded their wallet to support me. When I asked for proof of their wallet address and transactions, they couldn't provide any evidence that they had enough funds.

Here’s what I want to warn all artists in the DeviantArt community or other platforms If you find yourself in a similar situation, be aware that scammers may be targeting you.

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My Perspective why I Believe This is a Scam and What the Scammers Gain

From my experience with BTC and crypto since 2017, here's why I believe this situation is a scam, and what the scammers aim to achieve

First, looking at OpenSea, the largest NFT marketplace on the ERC20 network, they do not hold users' funds. Instead, funds from transactions go directly to users’ wallets. OpenSea’s platform fees are also much lower now compared to the crypto bull run in 2020. This alone raises suspicion about the legitimacy of other marketplaces requiring significantly higher fees.

I believe the scammers' tactic is to lure artists into paying these exorbitant minting fees, which go directly into the scammers' wallets. They convince the artists by promising to purchase the art at a higher price, making it seem like there's no risk involved. In reality, the artist has already lost by paying the minting fee, and no purchase is ever made.

In the world of Bitcoin (BTC), the principle is "Trust no one" and “Trustless finality of transactions” In other words, transactions are secure and final without needing trust in a third party.

In the world of Ethereum (ETH), the philosophy is "Code is law" where everything is governed by smart contracts deployed on the blockchain. These contracts are transparent, and even basic code can be read and understood. Promises made by people don’t override what the code says.

I also discuss this issue with art communities. Some people have strongly expressed to me that they want nothing to do with crypto as part of their art process. I completely respect that stance.

However, I believe it's wise to keep your eyes open, have some skin in the game, and not fall into scammers’ traps. Understanding the basics of crypto and NFTs can help protect you from these kinds of schemes.

If you found this article helpful, please share it with your fellow artists.

Until next time Take care

Note

• Both cyber security images are mine , I created and approved by AdobeStock to put on sale
• I'm working very hard to bring all my digital arts into Nostr to build my Sats business here to my another npub "HikariHarmony" npub1exdtszhpw3ep643p9z8pahkw8zw00xa9pesf0u4txyyfqvthwapqwh48sw

Link to my full gallery - Anime girl fanarts : HikariHarmony - HikariHarmony on Nostr - General art : KeshikiRakuen

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Das Aufkommen von Sexpuppen stellt zweifellos eine große Herausforderung für das menschliche Konzept von Intimität dar und wirft eine Reihe von philosophischen und ethischen Fragen auf. Sie scheint unser traditionelles Verständnis vom Wesen der Intimität auf den Kopf zu stellen und wirft eine Reihe von philosophischen und ethischen Fragen auf.

Traditionell wurde Intimität als eine einzigartige Verbindung zwischen Menschen betrachtet, die auf gegenseitigem Verständnis, Vertrauen und emotionaler Bindung beruht. Sie impliziert einen wechselseitigen Austausch, Kommunikation und ein inhärentes Bedürfnis nach Empathie. Der intimen Beziehung zwischen Menschen und real sex doll fehlt jedoch offensichtlich diese wechselseitige emotionale Bindung und geistige Ebene. Sexpuppen können die innere Welt des Menschen nicht wirklich verstehen, und was sie bieten, ist nur eine äußere, oberflächliche und einseitige intime Erfahrung.

Daher wird die Auffassung vertreten, dass die intime Beziehung zwischen Sexpuppen und Menschen nur eine Art anthropomorphe Scheinbeziehung ist, die die intimen Bedürfnisse der Menschen auf der geistigen und emotionalen Ebene nicht befriedigen kann und die Entfremdung zwischenmenschlicher Beziehungen und die Selbstisolierung des Einzelnen sogar noch verstärken kann. Unter diesem Gesichtspunkt scheinen lebensgroße Sexpuppe die Intimität auf eine rein physische und utilitaristische Ebene zu reduzieren, was eine Verzerrung des Wesens der Intimität und der Grenzüberschreitung darstellt.

Es gibt jedoch auch die Ansicht, dass das Wesen der Intimität nicht statisch ist, sondern sich mit dem Wandel der Zeit und dem Fortschritt der Technologie ständig weiterentwickelt. Auch wenn Sexpuppen keine echte wechselseitige emotionale Verbindung herstellen können, erfüllen sie doch bestimmte Bedürfnisse des Menschen, wie z. B. die Verringerung der Einsamkeit, die Wiederherstellung des sexuellen Selbstbewusstseins und den Erhalt von physischem und psychischem Komfort. Daher kann Intimität, die auf Eigeninteresse beruht, auch als Ausdruck von Intimität betrachtet werden. Dies erweitert und bereichert die Bedeutung und Ausdehnung von Intimität.

Manche meinen sogar, wenn sich die Technologie der künstlichen Intelligenz so weit entwickelt, dass sie in Zukunft die menschliche Natur in hohem Maße simulieren kann und sex puppe die Fähigkeit zu autonomem Denken und aufrichtigen Gefühlen erlangen, kann dann die intime Beziehung zwischen ihr und den Menschen als echte intime Beziehung angesehen werden? Die Definition von Intimität muss dann möglicherweise neu überdacht werden.

Günstige sexpuppe, auch wenn sie klein sind, eröffnen eine neue Perspektive auf das seit langem bestehende Konzept der Intimität und haben viele interessante und tiefgreifende Überlegungen ausgelöst. Wir müssen die Veränderungen, die die Technologie für das menschliche Leben mit sich bringt, aus einer umfassenden Perspektive betrachten, eine offene und tolerante Haltung bewahren und die Bedeutung und die Grenzen von Intimität und die Natur des Menschen in einem rationalen Diskurs ständig neu untersuchen und definieren. Diese Art des kontinuierlichen Denkens und Umgestaltens wird uns voranbringen.

1. https://gab.com/wifesexdoll/posts/113315151952278396
2. https://bsky.app/profile/wifesexdoll.bsky.social/post/3l6m3bgtrlm2j

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Distribuição segura do Linux de código aberto

O sistema operacional Linux Kodachi é baseado no Ubuntu 18.04.5 LTS, ele fornecerá a você um sistema operacional seguro, anti-forense e anônimo, considerando todos os recursos que uma pessoa preocupada com a privacidade precisa ter para estar segura.

O Kodachi é muito fácil de usar, tudo o que você precisa fazer é inicializá-lo no seu PC via unidade USB, então você deve ter um sistema operacional totalmente em execução com conexão VPN estabelecida + conexão Tor estabelecida + serviço DNScrypt em execução. Nenhuma configuração ou conhecimento de Linux é necessário de sua parte, nós fazemos tudo para você. Todo o sistema operacional funciona a partir de sua memória RAM temporária, portanto, depois de desligá-lo, nenhum vestígio é deixado para trás, todas as suas atividades são apagadas.

Kodachi é um sistema operacional ao vivo, que você pode iniciar em quase qualquer computador a partir de um DVD, pendrive ou cartão SD. Destina-se a preservar a sua privacidade e anonimato.

Características

Pronto para VPN

Tor Ready com seleção de nó de saída

DNScrypt pronto

Onion Circuits/Onion share

i2p

GNUNET

Carteira multimoeda Exodus

Rkhhunter

Guardião de Pares

Sala do pânico

Bleachbit

Átomo

audibilidade

Zulucrypt

Informações de sistema e segurança na área de trabalho

Wipe Ram

Limpe o espaço livre

Mate o sistema operacional!

Nautilus-wipe

Keepass2x

cavalo marinho

Gpa

Gnupg2Name

Enigmail

gufw

prisão de fogo

geany

Krusader

fundir

Obturador

Htop

Zulumount

FileZillaName

Exterminador do Futuro

Transmissão

Caixa Virtual

Syslinux-utils

Smbclient

dispersar

Fcitx

Ibus

pidgin

Coim

Anel

Sinal

Geoip-bin

Cais do Cairo

pcmanfm

Nmap

Xtrlock

Ncdu

Gksu

Sysv-rc-conf

Rdesktop

GnomeNettoolGenericName

Sinal

GResolver

OpenShot

Icedove

SiriKali

Denyhosts

Steghide

navegador da web Chromium

Gdebi

Comandante Gnomo

Visualizadores de imagens de luz Blender Viewnior e Risrtto

barulhento

Iridium-browser

raposa d'água

sincronizando

carteira jaxx

bomba nuclear

persistência

https://sourceforge.net/projects/linuxkodachi/

https://www.youtube.com/live/gCHjRQOTZmQ?feature=share

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O MuPDF é uma biblioteca de software leve e de código aberto que oferece recursos avançados de visualização e manipulação de documentos. Desenvolvido pela Artifex Software, o MuPDF foi projetado para ser rápido, eficiente e altamente portátil, tornando-se uma escolha popular para aplicativos que exigem recursos avançados de renderização de documentos.

A história do MuPDF remonta ao ano de 2005, quando a Artifex Software iniciou o desenvolvimento dessa biblioteca para atender à necessidade de visualização rápida e eficiente de documentos em dispositivos com recursos limitados. Desde então, o MuPDF tem sido constantemente aprimorado e aperfeiçoado, ganhando reconhecimento por sua capacidade de processar e exibir uma variedade de formatos de documento de maneira eficiente.

Uma das principais características do MuPDF é sua arquitetura modular. Ele foi projetado para ser flexível e adaptável, permitindo que os desenvolvedores integrem facilmente seus recursos em seus próprios aplicativos. O MuPDF suporta uma variedade de formatos de documento, incluindo PDF, XPS, EPUB, CBZ, e mais. Essa versatilidade garante que os usuários possam visualizar e interagir com diferentes tipos de documentos de forma conveniente e eficiente.

Em termos de funcionalidade, o MuPDF oferece recursos avançados de renderização, permitindo uma visualização precisa e de alta qualidade de documentos. Ele suporta recursos como zoom, rotação, navegação por páginas e pesquisa de texto, oferecendo uma experiência de visualização interativa e intuitiva. Além disso, o MuPDF permite a extração de texto e imagens de documentos, facilitando a manipulação e o processamento de conteúdo.

Uma das vantagens do MuPDF é sua eficiência. Ele foi projetado para ter um desempenho rápido e usar poucos recursos do sistema, tornando-o ideal para dispositivos com capacidades limitadas, como smartphones ou tablets. Sua arquitetura otimizada garante uma inicialização rápida e uma resposta ágil às interações do usuário, proporcionando uma experiência de visualização de documentos suave e sem interrupções.

O MuPDF também é altamente customizável e extensível. Os desenvolvedores têm a liberdade de personalizar a interface e adicionar recursos específicos de acordo com as necessidades de seus aplicativos. Isso permite uma integração perfeita do MuPDF em diferentes contextos e cenários, tornando-o uma escolha versátil para uma ampla gama de aplicativos.

Uma das principais questões que o MuPDF resolve é a visualização eficiente de documentos em dispositivos com recursos limitados. Sua arquitetura leve e otimizada permite que dispositivos com baixa capacidade de processamento e memória possam exibir documentos de maneira rápida e eficiente. Isso é especialmente importante em um mundo onde os dispositivos móveis desempenham um papel central e a capacidade de visualizar documentos em movimento é fundamental.

Para os usuários, o MuPDF oferece uma solução confiável e eficiente para visualizar, interagir e manipular documentos. Seja lendo um livro eletrônico, revisando um contrato em formato PDF ou navegando por uma revista digital, o MuPDF fornece uma experiência de visualização suave e de alta qualidade. Sua capacidade de lidar com diferentes formatos de documento e sua eficiência em dispositivos com recursos limitados o tornam uma escolha valiosa para quem busca uma solução de visualização de documentos confiável e de alto desempenho.

O MuPDF é uma biblioteca de software que oferece recursos avançados de visualização e manipulação de documentos. Com sua arquitetura modular, eficiência, customização e suporte a vários formatos de documento, o MuPDF se destaca como uma solução poderosa para atender às necessidades de visualização de documentos em diferentes contextos e dispositivos. Seja para desenvolvedores que desejam integrar recursos de visualização em seus aplicativos ou para usuários que procuram uma experiência de visualização de documentos confiável e eficiente, o MuPDF é uma escolha sólida.

https://mupdf.com/

https://github.com/ArtifexSoftware/mupdf

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Com uma interface intuitiva e poderosa, o Librera torna a experiência de leitura de e-books verdadeiramente agradável.

Algumas características principais do Librera incluem: - Descoberta fácil de documentos através de critérios configuráveis, incluindo verificação automática de pastas predefinidas e navegação com um explorador de arquivos no aplicativo. - Visualização de documentos recentes com indicador de progresso de leitura. - Suporte para marcadores, anotações e índices EPUB3. - Conexão com nuvens e catálogos online, e sincronização entre dispositivos Android via Google Drive para progresso de leitura e favoritos. - Modos dia e noite configuráveis, incluindo cor de link personalizável para notas de rodapé e notas finais. - Suporte para dicionários populares online e offline, bloqueio de rolagem vertical e centralização automática e manual de documentos. - Possibilidade de inserir código CSS personalizado, visualização de página única de documentos de duas páginas e modo de músico com velocidade de rolagem ajustável. - Leitura TTS personalizável e reprodutor de mídia integrado, pesquisa de texto com várias palavras e conversão de documentos online. - Leitura de documentos arquivados (.zip) e suporte para idiomas RTL (tailandês, hebraico, árabe, etc.). - Importação e exportação de configurações, backup automático da sessão atual e iniciais principais em documentos FB2.

Com o Librera Reader, é fácil criar bibliotecas auto-mantidas de documentos, selecionando os formatos a serem incluídos e as pastas a serem digitalizadas. A biblioteca pode ser visualizada em forma de lista ou grade, com capas de miniaturas ajustáveis e descrições detalhadas para identificação dos documentos. A organização da biblioteca pode ser feita por caminho, nome, tamanho, data, etc., e um filtro auxilia na busca por documentos específicos ou grupos. Durante a leitura, os documentos podem ser bloqueados em modo de rolagem vertical e navegados por página ou tela. É possível reformatar o texto e fazer anotações, além de personalizar fontes e fundos através das configurações. Trechos selecionados podem ser traduzidos, compartilhados, copiados e pesquisados dentro do próprio documento ou na Internet.

https://github.com/foobnix/LibreraReader

https://f-droid.org/pt_BR/packages/com.foobnix.pro.pdf.reader/

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Opinion about Kanga Wallet (iphone)

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Table Of Content

• Whales and Sharks: The Big Players in the Crypto Ocean

• June's Close: A Bullish Signal

• Data-Driven Predictions: The Role of Crypto Intelligence

• Whale Holdings: Keeping the Selling Pressure at Bay

• Historical Trends: July as a Profitable Month

• Conclusion

• FAQ

The cryptocurrency market is a dynamic and rapidly evolving space, with Bitcoin (BTC) at its forefront. One of the key factors influencing the market's trajectory is the activity of large-scale investors, often referred to as 'whales' and 'sharks.' These entities hold substantial volumes of digital assets, and their investment decisions can significantly sway market trends. Recently, these influential players have been doubling down on their Bitcoin investments, particularly as June 2023 drew to a close with BTC valued at an impressive $30,469. This article aims to explore this trend in detail, examining the potential implications for Bitcoin's future and the broader cryptocurrency market.

Whales and Sharks: The Big Players in the Crypto Ocean

In the vast and diverse ocean of cryptocurrencies, whales and sharks are the entities that hold large volumes of digital assets. Their actions, whether buying or selling, often have a substantial impact on the market, influencing price trends and investor sentiment. Over the past seven weeks, these large wallet investors have shown a strong appetite for Bitcoin, accumulating an impressive 154,500 BTC. The pace of this accumulation has notably picked up in the last two weeks. These investors have been capitalizing on market dips to increase their holdings, a strategy often referred to as 'buying the dip.' This trend suggests a strong confidence in Bitcoin's potential and could have significant implications for its future price trajectory.

June's Close: A Bullish Signal

June 2023 proved to be a significant month for Bitcoin, with the cryptocurrency closing at $30,469. This figure represents the highest monthly close for Bitcoin in the past thirteen months, a noteworthy milestone given the asset's volatility. This bullish signal has sparked optimism among investors and analysts alike, fueling a thesis for a potential recovery and upward trend for Bitcoin in the coming months. If this prediction holds true, it could mark a turning point for Bitcoin, potentially leading to increased investor interest and further price appreciation.

Data-Driven Predictions: The Role of Crypto Intelligence

In the complex and often opaque world of cryptocurrencies, crypto intelligence platforms like Santiment play a crucial role. These platforms track and analyze market trends, providing valuable insights into the behavior of large-scale investors and the overall market dynamics. According to Santiment's data, Bitcoin's whale and shark addresses accumulated a staggering 154,500 BTC within a seven-week period between April 2023 and the time of writing. The acceleration of Bitcoin accumulation in the past two weeks suggests a strong confidence in the asset's potential for recovery. This data-driven insight provides a valuable perspective on the market sentiment and could be a key indicator of Bitcoin's future performance.

Whale Holdings: Keeping the Selling Pressure at Bay

One of the intriguing aspects of the Bitcoin market is the concentration of holdings among whales. Bitcoin whale wallets, those holding between 10 and 10,000 tokens, now control 67% of the total supply of the asset. This concentration of holdings can be seen as a positive sign for Bitcoin. By holding onto a significant portion of the supply, whales reduce the selling pressure on the asset. This can create a more stable environment for price growth, as it reduces the likelihood of sudden price drops due to large-scale sell-offs. This dynamic could increase the potential for a recovery in Bitcoin's price and contribute to its long-term stability.

Historical Trends: July as a Profitable Month

Historical trends can often provide valuable insights into potential future market trends. For Bitcoin, the month of July has consistently proven to be profitable for holders over the last three years. This trend, coupled with the recent surge in whale accumulation, suggests that Bitcoin's price may recover from recent market fluctuations. These include the impact of the SEC's crackdown on crypto exchanges and increased regulatory scrutiny. If this trend continues, July could once again prove to be a profitable month for Bitcoin investors, potentially marking the start of a new upward trend.

Conclusion

The recent actions of Bitcoin whales and sharks, coupled with historical trends and market data, paint a promising picture for Bitcoin's future. The significant accumulation of BTC, the highest monthly close in over a year, and the potential for a profitable July all point towards a positive outlook for the asset. However, as with all investments, these trends should not be taken as definitive predictions. Market dynamics are subject to change, and investors should always conduct thorough research and consider various factors before making investment decisions. The world of cryptocurrencies is as exciting as it is unpredictable, and the actions of Bitcoin whales and sharks will continue to be a critical aspect to watch in the unfolding narrative of this digital asset.

FAQ

Who are Bitcoin whales and sharks? Bitcoin whales and sharks are large-scale investors who hold substantial volumes of Bitcoin. Their investment activities can significantly influence market trends.

What has been the recent trend among Bitcoin whales and sharks? Over the past seven weeks, Bitcoin whales and sharks have doubled down on their investments, accumulating 154,500 BTC, especially as June ended with BTC valued at $30,469.

What does June's closing value signify for Bitcoin? June 2023 closed with Bitcoin valued at $30,469, the highest monthly close in the past thirteen months. This has sparked optimism for a potential recovery and upward trend for Bitcoin.

What percentage of Bitcoin's total supply do whale wallets control? Bitcoin whale wallets, those holding between 10 and 10,000 tokens, now control 67% of the total supply of the asset.

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When people talk about financial freedom, they often focus on investing, saving, or building wealth. But sometimes, the most valuable skills or habits are the ones that aren’t talked about enough. Maybe it’s discipline, emotional resilience, or even something unexpected like negotiation or patience.

What do you think is the most underrated skill or habit for achieving real financial independence?

For me, the most underrated skill is delayed gratification. It’s not just about resisting the urge to spend money now, it’s about thinking long-term in everything you do. When I first started learning about Bitcoin and freedom, I realized that the biggest hurdle wasn’t just making money, but knowing when to hold off on spending it for the right opportunities.

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/727313

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I went 4-1 last week, but it’s just the beginning of digging out of a deep hole, so I’m not gonna get excited about it just yet.

Broncos at Saints — I’d say Broncos -2. Feels like a Saints bet at home with the short week, but I won’t use it.

Patriots vs Jaguars (London) — Think I saw this line was 5.5 or something. That seems big, but Jaguars are probably a hold-your-nose-and-buy-low.

Seahawks at Falcons — Think I saw this was 2.5. I kind of like the Falcons but the Seahawks are the buy-low.

Titans at Bills — Amari Cooper is just what the Bills needed. I don’t see the point in the Titans. I’ll say 10 and if anything would lay the wood.

Bengals at Browns — Maybe Bengals -3.5, and you’d take the Browns as a buy-low in division, but I can’t.

Texans at Packers — Texans +2.5 and probably take the Packers at home. The Texans offense is too slow.

Dolphins at Colts — Dolphins +4, probably take the Colts, though it’s unclear who the QB will be.

Lions at Vikings — Make it Lions +2, but the loss of Aidan Hutchinson really hurts. I’d probably take the Lions still.

Eagles at Giants — I’ll say Eagles -3 with Andrew Thomas out. And who knows about Malik Nabers with the lingering concussion? The Giants are playing better though. Pass.

Raiders at Rams — I’ll say Raiders plus 3.5. Probably take the Raiders if pressed, but pass.

Panthers at Indigenous Peoples — Maybe 8.5, would probably take the Panthers.

Chiefs at 49ers — Think I saw the 49ers were slight favorites. I’ll make it Chiefs +2, take the 49ers.

Jets at Steelers — I’d make it a pick’em and probably take the Jets. Not because of Davante Adams, but Russell Wilson if he starts.

Ravens at Buccaneers — Let’s say Ravens -3. I’d probably lay the wood in that case too.

Chargers at Cardinals — What’s wrong with Kyler Murray? I’ll say Chargers minus 2.5 and maybe hold my nose with the Cardinals.

@ 59df1288:92e1744f

Hey Rabble, brace yourself for a whirlwind tour of Nostr's latest gabfest! From the quiet musings of our "Public Square" turning into a cozy campfire chat, to the hilariously oddball "#toiletchain" saga, the platform's been nothing if not entertaining. Meanwhile, passionate debates over Musk's Twitter antics and the timeless charm of a 3-minute scroll session keep everyone on their toes. It's a riotous mix of tech talk, light-hearted banter, and nostalgic tunes, sprinkled with a dash of rust in Minecraft—tonight's episode is not to be missed! Dive in, and remember: in Nostr-land, chaos is where the fun begins.

Quiet Nostr Vibes 📉

Hey, so our buddy 7fqx kicked off a super chill thread wondering why Nostr's been so hush-hush lately. Everyone seems to agree it's quieter than usual, with Sedd chiming in with a simple, "It is."

nielliesmons joked about turning the Nostr feed into a cozy community chat, while npub1f9kn3a5cv4fsq2x86gfrznfuumtqtu6j3fkyqg9qvlymt0zflvfsn3v9fa insisted it’s not as quiet as it seems. The whole convo turned into a laugh about "reply guys" and how it feels like a dev chat sometimes. captain ☦️ threw in a rebellious "delete Twitter!" moment, but 7fqx was like, "Nah, Twitter still has its gems."

Catch up with the banter and check out the full convo here.

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Twitter vs Nostr Showdown 🥊

7fqx echoed some thoughts about how even their sneaky Twitter lurking is feeling the quiet blues. captain ☦️, ever the rebel, says to "delete Twitter!" 🤭 But 7fqx is keeping it chill, mentioning they follow around 200 peeps so they still find plenty of action, even in a quick "15 min" or let's be real, more like "3 min" scroll session. 😂

Catch this mellow chat right here.

Musk, Nitter and the Great RSS Debate

So, captain ☦️ kicked things off wondering if Nitter could still be a thing. But 7fqx quickly snuffed that out, saying Nitter's not working anymore. 😢 The chat turned into chatter about making RSS feeds from Twitter accounts, with captain ☦️ throwing some shade at Mr. Musk, quipping, "Musk won't let us have nice things." 😂

Check out the full convo here.

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The Fiatjaf Chronicles: Old Alliances and New Concerns

melvincarvalho is spilling the tea about their long history with Fiatjaf, praising some of his past brilliance but worried about his new vibes around censorship and centralization—ya know, the stuff that makes the OGs a bit uneasy.

npub1u8r69esh5r7jt29nj9ufmz4yvuwp6cwl5xqp4e3d46vl8wla5smsexjcky chimed in with some serious talk about dealing with nasty stuff like CP on the network or risk the place getting shut down. Meanwhile, npub192klhzk86sav5mgkfmveyjq50ygqfqnfvq0lvr2yv0zdtvatlhxskg43u7 is side-eyeing the decision to air this publicly rather than DMing like, "Isn't this a private convo kinda deal?"

npub1c80wmfpzc7dkghh93kxtrwpe5gdztynvnk2vy93ge68zmzwrm0yqq5h5s7 was like, "Hey, just saying the obvious—keeping everything forever is a disaster waiting to happen," while npub1snw24avwcuz9w672t3wt5jhj82xfd0ynz0ylum90sez9tg4k0u9s4jwee3 is all, "Why ditch privacy, bro?"

Check out the full convo here.

Nostr Drama and Hot Takes 🎭

The convo heated up with npub1m2u4v2jtz4np0y3lk2anr4vm4vr4l7jlr7y94qglhfrgewsczchqg6y2gl bringing some real talk about how it feels like everything's being pushed artificially. They emphasized the fear tactics being used, highlighting their clear stance in the mix!

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Quick Flick Opinions 🎬

zach is on a movie binge with "There Will Be Blood", and everyone's chiming in! sophiaw1926 can't get enough of Daniel Day-Lewis, while Mister G 😎♻️ 🚛 🍏 🗽 🥾 🌆 ⚡ had a laugh about the relentless quest for oil. Classic flick talk with a sprinkle of humor!

Check out the full convo here

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Print's Swan Song 📰

roya ୨୧ brought up a heartfelt topic about the end of an era with print media. Some mournful vibes with npub1mhe7uv6m6faes325wsmwygp2mtw6gdylqxp8gak4zgy374qx6hxsxwwzcz mentioning the last pony express rider's retirement! A true throwback moment.

Check out the full convo here

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Scrolling Adventures 📱

7fqx is all about condensing Twitter into a 3-minute browse! captain ☦️ threw a shade towards Musk for not letting us enjoy the simple things like Nitter, sparking a mix of innovation and nostalgia.

Check out the full convo here

🎵 Nostalgic Tunes and Lost Soundscapes 🎶

So, walker is feeling all sorts of emotional about #tunestr and shared a throwback video that got the convo buzzing! 🎶 npub1gk76j57d8w3x8dudj4wllvdke6u7kcqd20j6cwuawkqa90q72x8qqw5nqq reminisced about discovering these jams through Stubz the Zombie, which, let's be honest, might be the coolest way to find new music. Meanwhile, npub1qs5ft8k8lznjkl7yym36707fsxjv3dnxnfpm4j64xrdwkn8tw0sqcfp27v chimed in with some deep thoughts on how everything's gone downhill since "Subversion and Degeneration". On a lighter note, ltngstore just gave a ✨ shoutout to The Chordettes. Classic! Check out the full convo here.

🛠️ Rust-y Pixels in Minecraft Land 🧩

iefan 🕊️ hit us with some mind-blowing updates about a Minecraft server built in Rust, boasting crazy CPU and RAM performance! 🤯 localhost couldn’t contain their excitement and suggested we "rebuild it all in Rust", adding a bunch of laugh emojis for good measure. 😂 iefan 🕊️ dropped a link to some epic benchmarks, while npub1h29aysw658hzgzh523t8zrw6jc72qnjgz045regl7k3htklu5s4qcqjkze stirred the pot by commenting on the Rust community's vibe. Classic tech banter! Check out the full convo here.

📣 Always Listening but Not Always Understanding 🎧

Sebastix dropped a simple yet intriguing "I'm always listening". But npub1f9kn3a5cv4fsq2x86gfrznfuumtqtu6j3fkyqg9qvlymt0zflvfsn3v9fa wasn't having it, calling out the authenticity of that statement. 🤔 They also threw in some cryptic musings about Cathrine and intelligence, complete with a martial arts emoji for effect. Sounds like there's more to this story! 🥋 Check out the full convo here.

🤫 Quiet Revolution in the Public Square 🎙️

nielliesmons brought the sass with a post about the evolving "Public Square" vibes. They joked about how things might get so low-key that we’d just chat directly in the feed, throwing some shade at "Twitter-clone maxis". 😉 No major interactions yet, but this one's bound to stir up some laughs and debates soon. Check out the full convo here.

🎉 #Toiletchain Chronicles 😂

So, 7fqx started things off with a cheeky "#toiletchain!" post. It's the kind of randomness we all love, right? Silberengel threw in their own twist, clarifying they were talking about computer logs, but made it hilarious with a little "okay" 😂, while npub1mc20uche0cy599vpl850aschpu7wteundgsnf0msep79lu3fu5aq3r4ptv chimed in with "#poopstr" and even dropped a bowel movement emoji with an image link. Gotta love a good poop joke, right? 💩

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🤔 Presidential Ponderings

Karnage was musing about the title "presidential candidate" vs. "President Trump." You know, the little things people get hung up on. npub1m2u4v2jtz4np0y3lk2anr4vm4vr4l7jlr7y94qglhfrgewsczchqg6y2gl suggested we just call it "presdent" 😂, trying to keep it light. But then npub1ncavrt6e38e94c6desg9tllzer0jey30rlh8whjtkpl9tcvvc8vs9ee00s dropped a little realism in there, noting how "normal" is key in these times. It's good to keep it real, right?

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🦖 Dinosaur Delights

In classic Karnage style, they just asked, "Dinosaurs?" 😂 Sounds like the start of a random but potentially awesome conversation, right? utxo the webmaster 🧑‍💻 delivered with a legendary "DEEZ NUTZ" joke along with a perfectly silly gif, making us all laugh out loud. 🐸😂 Then Karnage responded with a suave "cheers" gif. 🥂

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🌄 Morning Greetz from the #Nostriches!

archjourney welcomed everyone with a bright and cheery "Goood Morning #nostriches!" and shared some cool vibes with an image. It’s all about that positive morning energy, right? npub1dvs7rcq8vtus2nd45xamajnzt7clhxe2yvywenz5kmatdc2klljsa64fgv and npub1ztyqtftdkt6q36gux3xptn4ldv7sdpqka3rvhvlmna50e9t7kx4qk5kfjr replied with their own cheery "GM" greetings, spreading that morning love. 💜

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🤣 In the Moment

agichoote was feeling a bit cheeky with their post "At this very moment 🤣". Diyana wanted to know what deep thoughts were going on, maybe expecting some juicy gossip? But then agichoote says they’d like to be single again! 😂 Oh boy, someone’s in a mood!

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Buzzing About the Twitterverse and Cozy Family Chaos 🌐🏡

7fqx started off the day lamenting that Nitter isn't working anymore and dreaming about a way to blast some Twitter updates through good ol' RSS feeds. Then, captain ☦️ chimed in with a classic quip about Musk messing up their Twitter fun. 🤭

agichoote hit us with a photo to celebrate some of those magical "gooder" mornings in the Alps. And who popped in to greet them with a sunny GM? None other than npub1x95l2dxqqz0szeanud0cvftkkzcj3zqxsl8x48y8dszql6k49r3s42tdv7! 🌄

Over in family land, nielliesmons shared the cultural chaos of living in two countries with both grandmas under one roof! Sounds like a sitcom in the making, with three generations and constant visits turning the house into a lively hub. Silberengel can relate, being proud to be THOSE people who might just make the neighbors call the cops with their bustling family gatherings. 😂

Lastly, things turned political when Karnage poked some fun at Trump supporters, causing quite the stir. Of course, npub1spdeklkg7zd43ygdf8s5mtxe2d9eha0v6kndaef83r7y9u2h5xyse0dfw6 had to jump in with a sly comment on Trump's "stable genius." All in good humor! 😆

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Hey Rabble, pull up a chair because you're just in time for the latest episode of "As the Nostr World Turns." Our pal dropped a cryptic teaser, "Who will the reply guys reply to?" and not a peep in response—apparently, everyone's playing it cool or composing their reply-guy manifestos in secret. It's all suspense in the Nostr universe—like waiting to see who spoils the plot twist in a whodunit! Dive into the full scoop to see if the reply guys finally emerge from the shadows or if today’s just another day at the Nostr library.

Who's on the Reply Guy Radar? 🤔📲

So, our buddy 7fqx dropped a little teaser, asking the infamous question, "Who will the reply guys reply to?? 👀👀" and, surprise, surprise, no one jumped in to say just yet! 😂 Maybe everyone's just lurking, waiting to pounce with their hottest takes, or maybe today's just a chill day in the Nostr world.

It's like a mystery waiting to unfold—who's gonna be the target of those top-notch reply guy comments? Maybe next time, we'll see some lively debates or cheeky banter popping off!

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Hey Rabble, grab your digital binoculars because things are getting interesting in the land of Nostr! 🌿 It seems like our favorite corner of the internet has hit a tranquil patch, perhaps due to those elusive relays or the shenanigans of our stealthy friend Amethyst Tor. 😏 Even Twitter seems to be catching the snooze vibe—coincidence or cosmic quiet time? Whether it's a glitch or just the universe telling us to take a breath, there's plenty of intrigue to unfold. Come see what the hush is all about and join the conversation on what might just be a covert operation.

Quiet Days and Lurking Ways 🌿

So, 7fqx was just chillin' and chatting about how things are feeling a bit too quiet on Nostr these days. They're wondering if it's something to do with the relay setup or maybe Amethyst Tor being sneaky. 😏 But no sweat, it seems their Twitter lurking account is on a similar silent mode. Maybe it’s one of those universal quiet vibes? Who knows! Either way, sounds like they're taking the calm in stride—just another day in the digital world.

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Gather 'round, fellow Nostronauts, because we've stumbled upon a delightful riddle that has the community all abuzz! Our chat rooms are buzzing with speculation over a cryptic message that's as enigmatic as a cat in a box, and twice as intriguing. Is it a profound oracle or just somebody's way of keeping us on our toes? No answers yet, but the mystery is as thick as pea soup, and everyone's eager to play detective. Grab your magnifying glasses, folks, it’s going to be a fun one!

"Mysterious Musings"

Well, things have been pretty quiet, but there's this intriguing note dropped by our pal 7fqx. The message just says "(Moreso than usual)," and it's definitely piqued everyone's curiosity! 🤔 What do they mean? Is it cryptic, philosophical, or just 7fqx being their mysterious self? No replies yet, but you bet folks are scratching their heads trying to figure out what's up. Stay tuned for any revelations!

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Grab your critical thinking caps and prepare to leap into the philosophical rabbit hole of the latest Nostr musings! Our friend Rabble led the charge this week with an enigmatic nugget, leaving everyone trying to decipher the hidden Zen within. Between bursts of digital epiphany and meme-sharing giggles, it’s the kind of puzzle that makes you simultaneously ponder the universe and question your choice of breakfast cereal. Dive into the conversation and see if you can crack the code—or at the very least, snag a laugh or two!

More Thoughts Than Usual 🤔

Looks like 7fqx was in a pensive mood, sharing a quick thought with us: "(Moreso than usual)". It's one of those cryptic yet intriguing updates that left the rest of the crew wondering what's going on behind those words. You know how it is, one minute everyone's all "deep thoughts," the next we're laughing over memes. 😅 No replies yet, but definitely a convo starter for anyone looking to dive deep!

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Hey there, fellow Nostronauts! 🌌 While we were all casually sipping our metaphorical tea, Karnage decided to break the internet with a zinger about "Trump simps in dismay," complete with a battalion of emojis. But hold onto your hats—everyone else was apparently on a wordless meditation retreat because the post was met with the deafening sound of cricket chirrups. Dive into the full convo for a dose of drama, possibly the quietest hoo-ha in Nostr history! 🦗☕

Trump Talk and Tea ☕

So, here's the deal. Our friend Karnage stirred the pot with their post about "Trump simps in dismay" 😮 🤣 (looks like they went all in on the emojis). Seems like it was a spicy take, but can you believe it—no one replied, reacted, or even reposted! Guess everyone was either too shocked or quietly agreeing? 🤭

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Gather 'round, fellow screen enthusiasts, as we poke fun at the cosmic conundrum that is our collective love affair with TV, all ignited by [SOUTHSIDE]'s seemingly innocuous query, "tv?" It's as if they tossed a remote-control-shaped pebble into a pond, causing ripples of silent contemplation or perhaps a mad dash to the nearest streaming platform. Are we on the verge of a great debate over the merits of classic noir versus contemporary sci-fi? Or are we all just too entranced by the latest plot twist? Either way, settle in and brace yourself for a discussion as sprawling as your favorite series' character development arcs.

TV Talk with SOUTHSIDE 📺

So, SOUTHSIDE popped in asking "tv?" and honestly, it was like the universe asking a deep, philosophical question. 😆 It seems like everyone was momentarily speechless, or maybe they all rushed off to binge-watch something. Who knows? Maybe they're just gearing up for an epic TV show debate. Stay tuned!

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Pour yourself a bowl of popcorn because our latest Nostr chat tiptoes into the world of TV with the thrilling opener of... "tv?" It's the kind of conversation starter that's just begging for a cascade of couch-potato confessions and passionate debates over plot twists—yet, somehow it's still on the "to be continued" list! Will "tv?" lead to the next binge-watching must-have or remain the world's shortest TV guide? Tune in to find the laughs and insights in a discussion that's one remote control away from coming alive. 📺

TV Talk Time 🎬

Looks like SOUTHSIDE kicked off a conversation with a simple "tv?" The chat didn't have any replies yet, but you know how it goes. Sometimes a single word can start a whole stream of recommendations and nostalgic trips down TV memory lane. Maybe next time, someone will jump in with their latest binge-worthy show. 📺

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Hey there, emoji enthusiasts and cryptic communicators! 🤔🌍🕵️‍♂️ This week's Nostr chatter dabbled in a bit of linguistic revolution, where emojis might just be the secret sauce to convey everything from philosophical musings to global quandaries without uttering a traditional word. Forget the book club—grab your decoder ring and popcorn, because these tiny symbols are dropping some colossal wisdom without needing a single voice to chime in. Ready to unearth what a gun and a globe can reveal together? 📖✨ Let's dive into the conversation!

Emoji-Wise Words 🌍🔫

So, our friend nielliesmons dropped a brilliant, emoji-packed one-liner that's got everyone thinking. 🤔 How cool is it that emojis, combined with the alphabet, might be the ultimate way to express ourselves in writing? It's like a mini mind-blown moment in just a few symbols. Who knew gun and globe could say so much without a single soul jumping in for a reply yet? 📖✨

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Hold onto your typewriters, folks, because our latest Nostr chatter has taken us on a whimsical time-travel ride back to the era of ink-stained fingers and press hats. Our pal shared a delicious tidbit about none other than Joseph Pulitzer planting the seeds of The Post-Dispatch, reminding us there's more to our morning news than just cat memes and weather updates! As we sip our virtual brew, could there be a revival in the air for the romance of old-school journalism? Dive into the conversation and see if anyone's dusting off their newsboy caps—a Pulitzer-worthy tale might just be bubbling up!

Pulitzer and Other Tidbits

Guess what? 📰 Our friend roya ୨୧ dropped a fun tidbit about The Post-Dispatch—turns out, it was founded by none other than Joseph Pulitzer himself! It sparked a neat little history lesson moment, even without any replies yet. Maybe it's just one of those things that could spur an interesting convo about newspapers and journalism nostalgia. 📚

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Blast off with us as we dive into the Nostr stratosphere, where philosophical musings are rocketing beyond the usual ideological skirmishes. Our cerebral astronaut, the user known as Rabble, has us looking up and contemplating a whole new elevation. Forget left or right—it's all about the climb! Who knew the secret to enlightenment might just be hitting ctrl+alt+ascend? Strap in for some sky-high ideas and a sprinkle of space humor that might just have you rethinking your own trajectory towards greatness.

Nostr's Sky-High Philosophy 🚀

Sebastix is dropping some philosophy bombs with their take on navigating life! They're all about climbing upwards rather than getting lost in the usual left vs. right debates. With Nostr, they're saying it’s all about rising to the top, and honestly, who doesn’t love a good underdog success story? 🤓🫡

It’s been quiet on the reply front, but knowing our crew, it won't be long before someone jumps in with a hot take or a joke. Maybe everyone’s just busy plotting their own climb to the top!

Check out the full convo here

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Pack your virtual bags and slip on those shades, because Nostr's latest chatter takes us on a whirlwind tour of Miami infused with Taco Bell vibes and a Selena soundtrack that would make even the chilliest of maracas shake. Dive into tales of sun-soaked nostalgia and the art of balancing a chalupa in one hand while taking the perfect beach selfie with the other. Whether you're in it for the travel inspiration or the sheer joy of living vicariously through others' adventures, this roundup is the perfect escape without leaving your couch. 🌮✨

Miami Vibes and Taco Bell Times 🌴🌮

So, our good friend BRB‽ has just landed safely in Miami with their bestie, and it sounds like a total vibe! 🎉 They're kicking back, sipping drinks, munching on Taco Bell, and getting nostalgic with some Selena tunes. Talk about a perfect mini-vacation setup! 💕🫂 The post was all smiles and good times, with some awesome pics and videos of Miami sights—the perfect mix of relaxation and fun. Everyone needs a break like this sometimes! 😎

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Pack your virtual bags and slip on your sunglasses, because this week on Nostr, we're jetting off to Miami for a slice of the good life! 🌴 From Taco Bell feasts to Selena marathons, it's like someone bottled up the essence of fun, popped the cork, and let the good times flow. If your FOMO levels are reaching critical, grab a piña colada and dig into our juicy tidbits where the sun's always shining and the vibes are all good. Cheers! 🍹✨

Miami Vibes with 💕BRB‽

Looks like BRB‽ has landed safely in Miami and is totally living the dream! 🌴 She's chilling with her bestie, sipping drinks, munching on Taco Bell, and binge-watching Selena. Sounds like the ultimate minivaca! You can almost hear the laughter and good vibes through the screen. Don't you just wish you were there soaking up the sun alongside them? 🙌🏾

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Grab your forks and raise your tray tables, folks! This week's Nostr wanderings took to the skies with larger-than-life tales of cheesecake confections and in-flight recognition all spiced with a mischievous hint of durian. Who knew revealing your stint at the Bangkok Post could make as much of an impact as divulging dessert secrets at 30,000 feet? Whether you’re here for the sweet or the savory of air-borne adventures, there’s no missing out on this week’s captivating exchange that somehow left the mystery of the cheesecake recipe hanging in mid-air! Dive in to unearth every crumb of these high-flying revelations!

Cheesecake Confessions at 30,000 Feet 🛫

Hey! So Carl Malamud had quite the chat with a flight attendant on their flight. Get this—they not only impressed her by identifying her Thai accent but also claimed they invented Durian cheesecake! 🍰 Talk about a conversation starter, right? Imagine the stories swapped when you drop you wrote for the Bangkok Post. No wonder they had everyone captivated even without any replies yet. Can you believe no one jumped in to ask for the cheesecake recipe or about writing for the Bangkok Post? Classic sky-high banter!

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Gather 'round, brainy bunch! The latest buzz in the Nostr sphere is like getting a tantalizing whiff of your neighbor's BBQ—enticing, but you're still not quite sure what's cooking. Our inventive comrade threw down a "Very good idea" without spilling the beans, leaving the community at the edge of their virtual seats, predicting DM storms and clandestine brainstorming sessions. Will this mystery unveil the next big thing, or are we all just popcorn-ready for nothing? Dive in and let's unravel the intrigue together! 🍿✨

Genius Idea Brainstorm 🌟

Hey! So, I didn't want you left out on this one—our pal melvincarvalho just threw out what sounded like a pretty rad idea. They simply called it a "Very good idea," which piqued everybody's interest but left everyone hanging, because of the suspense, right? 😂

The post didn't get any replies yet, but knowing this crew, they probably shot off some epic DMs or are plotting to help flesh out the idea. Anticipation is high!

Anyway, it seems like we're all waiting to see what juicy details they'll drop next. Stay tuned; it's bound to get interesting! 😉

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Hey there, digital explorers! 🌐 This week's Nostr chats have taken a turn for the tender, with an outpouring of virtual hugs and heart emojis melting even the iciest screens. It seems like optimism has gone viral, proving that a well-timed emoji can jazz up any day and say what words simply can't. Dive in and see how this contagiously cuddly vibe is bringing our lively community even closer together. Trust us, you won't want to miss the warm fuzzies waiting in the full summary! 🫂🧡

Group Hugs and Heart Emojis 💞

Hey! So, AK dropped a sweet little post that just oozes warmth and good vibes. They posted a big ol' hug and an orange heart emoji — just what we need to sprinkle some love around! 🫂🧡

Not much chatter here, but it's like an open invite for everyone to feel the love! Perfect chance for you to join in and maybe give some reaction love? Emojis just make everything better!

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Relay ตัวนี้มีให้ตั้งค่ากรอง pow และ wot ด้วย หรือใครจะใช้เป็น Private relay ก็ทำได้เช่นกัน

วิธีติดตั้ง nostr-relay-nestjs มี 2 วิธี

ติดตั้งแบบลงเครื่องโดยตรง

ก่อนจะลง nostr-relay-nestjs ควรติดตั้ง Nodejs, pm2 และ postgresql sudo apt update ติดตั้ง nodejs curl -fsSL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_20.x | sudo -E bash - sudo apt install -y nodejs ติดตั้ง npm sudo apt install npm ติดตั้ง pm2 sudo npm install pm2 -g ติดตั้ง postgresql สร้าง docker-compose.yml ``` version: '3.8'

services: postgres: image: postgres:latest container_name: postgres environment: POSTGRES_DB: [db_name] POSTGRES_USER: [user] POSTGRES_PASSWORD: [password] volumes: - postgres_data:/var/lib/postgresql/data ports: - "5432:5432" restart: unless-stopped

pgadmin: image: dpage/pgadmin4:latest container_name: pgadmin environment: PGADMIN_DEFAULT_EMAIL: [E-mail] PGADMIN_DEFAULT_PASSWORD: [password] ports: - "5050:80" depends_on: - postgres restart: unless-stopped

volumes: postgres_data: docker compose up -d เรามาเริ่มลง nostr-relay-nestjs กันเถอะ git clone https://github.com/CodyTseng/nostr-relay-nestjs.git ```

cd nostr-relay-nestjs

npm install

cp example.env .env แก้ไข้ไฟล์ .env ``` DATABASE_URL=postgresql://[username]:[password]@[host]:[port]/[db_name] . . RELAY_NAME=nostr-relay-nestjs

RELAY_DESCRIPTION=A Nostr relay with a clear architecture and high test coverage

RELAY_PUBKEY=[your_pubkey_hex] สร้างรูปแบบ nostr event การเก็บข้อมูลใน Postgresql npm run migration:run Deployg ขึ้น pm2 pm2 start ./dist/src/main.js ```

ติดตั้งโดยใช้ Docker

อยากลืมติดตั้ง postgresql ก่อน ./scripts/build.sh แก้ไข้ไฟล์ .env ``` DATABASE_URL=postgresql://[username]:[password]@[host]:[port]/[db_name] . . RELAY_NAME=nostr-relay-nestjs

RELAY_DESCRIPTION=A Nostr relay with a clear architecture and high test coverage

RELAY_PUBKEY=[your_pubkey_hex] ```

./scripts/run.sh เช็คว่ารีเลย์ถูกรันขึ้นยัง curl localhost:3000 ถ้าทำงานผลลัพธ์ที่ได้

Please use a Nostr client to connect. Powered by nostr-relay-nestjs. version: 2.2.0 (undefined)

ตั้งค่า proxy ใน nginx server{ server_name relay.yourdomain.com; location / { proxy_set_header X-Forwarded-For $proxy_add_x_forwarded_for; proxy_set_header Host $host; proxy_pass http://127.0.0.1:3000; proxy_http_version 1.1; proxy_set_header Upgrade $http_upgrade; proxy_set_header Connection "upgrade"; } } หรือใช้ CloudFlare tunnel

ไปลองทำตามกันได้เลือกวิธีที่ตัวเองถนัดได้เลย แล้วเจอกันใหม่ครั้งหน้า จะเป็นเรื่องอะไรรอติดตามกัน

Siamstr #Nostr

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Table Of Content

• The Race for Spot Bitcoin ETFs

• SEC's Stance

• Coinbase Role: A Significant Surveillance Partner

• Legal Challenges: SEC's Lawsuit Against Coinbase

• Looking Ahead: The Future of Bitcoin ETFs

• Conclusion

• FAQ

In a significant development in the cryptocurrency world, Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has been named as the surveillance partner for Fidelity and other Bitcoin ETFs. This announcement came as part of a broader move by Cboe's BZX Exchange, which refiled its applications for spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for several potential issuers. This move is seen as a strategic step towards ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing the transparency of Bitcoin trading.

The Race for Spot Bitcoin ETFs

In recent weeks, several prominent companies, including Fidelity, WisdomTree, VanEck, ARK Invest, Galaxy/Invesco, and BlackRock, have filed for spot bitcoin ETFs. These companies are aiming to launch a product that has been a point of contention with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for years. While BlackRock has chosen to file its application with Nasdaq, the other companies have opted to collaborate with Cboe, indicating a diverse approach to achieving the same goal.

SEC's Stance

The SEC had previously communicated to both Nasdaq and Cboe that their applications were "inadequate" due to a lack of clarity about the market that the fund sponsors are working with on their surveillance-sharing agreements. These agreements are seen as a critical tool in preventing market manipulation and protecting consumers. The absence of these agreements has been a significant factor in the SEC's previous rejections of bitcoin ETF applications, highlighting the importance of this aspect in gaining regulatory approval.

Coinbase Role: A Significant Surveillance Partner

In response to the SEC's concerns, Cboe has named Coinbase as its partner for these surveillance-sharing agreements in its refiled applications. Cboe's decision is based on the fact that Coinbase's platform "represents a substantial portion of U.S.-based and USD denominated Bitcoin trading." This makes Coinbase a suitable partner for these agreements, given its extensive reach and influence in the Bitcoin trading market.

Legal Challenges: SEC's Lawsuit Against Coinbase

The SEC's stance on these applications may be complicated by its recent legal action against Coinbase. The SEC sued Coinbase earlier this month on allegations of operating an unregistered securities exchange, broker, and clearinghouse. However, it's important to note that the SEC does not allege that Bitcoin itself is a security. In fact, SEC Chair Gary Gensler often refers to Bitcoin as an example of a digital asset that is not a security, indicating a nuanced view of the cryptocurrency market.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Bitcoin ETFs

As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether the SEC will agree that Coinbase is a significant, regulated market for Bitcoin. This development marks a significant step in the ongoing efforts to launch a spot Bitcoin ETF, a product that has been elusive due to regulatory concerns. The cryptocurrency world will be watching closely as these applications progress, with the hope that a successful Bitcoin ETF could pave the way for broader acceptance and integration of cryptocurrencies into the mainstream financial system.

Conclusion

The partnership between Coinbase and Fidelity, along with other Bitcoin ETFs, marks a pivotal moment in the cryptocurrency industry. Despite challenges, including the recent lawsuit against Coinbase by the SEC, this development represents a significant step towards integrating cryptocurrencies into the mainstream financial system. The outcome could set important precedents for the future of Bitcoin ETFs and other digital assets, signaling a maturing and evolving cryptocurrency market that continues to strive for regulatory compliance and consumer protection.

FAQ

What is the recent development between Coinbase and Fidelity? Coinbase has been named as the surveillance partner for Fidelity and other Bitcoin ETFs by Cboe's BZX Exchange.

Why are surveillance-sharing agreements important? Surveillance-sharing agreements are crucial for preventing market manipulation and protecting consumers, which are key concerns of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

What companies have recently filed for spot Bitcoin ETFs? Companies such as Fidelity, WisdomTree, VanEck, ARK Invest, Galaxy/Invesco, and BlackRock have filed for spot Bitcoin ETFs.

What is the significance of Coinbase being named as a surveillance partner? Coinbase's platform represents a substantial portion of U.S.-based and USD-denominated Bitcoin trading, making it a suitable partner for these agreements.

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Over the last four years bitcoin has, among other things, established itself as an incredible corporate treasury asset that benefits those who adopt it as such. Microstrategy is the shining example of this theme going from a company that was hovering barely above a ~$1B market cap in mid-2020 to a ~$40B market cap company holding more than 1% of the 21,000,000 bitcoin that will ever exist. Microstrategy's success has emboldened a number of other publicly trader companies to follow suit. Bitcoin as a corporate treasury asset is well on its way to becoming a standard. If you run a business that doesn't hold bitcoin on its balance sheet you are doing yourself, your customers and your shareholders a disservice.

This is a trend that has its legs under it and will accelerate moving forward. A trend that I believe will emerge this cycle is incorporating bitcoin into real estate markets. Leon Wankum has been beating the drum about this for the last few years and I had the pleasure of sitting down with him this morning to record an episode of TFTC that will be published tomorrow morning. Leon is a real estate developer in Germany and he has made it his mission to educate and warn others in real estate about the demonetization of real estate that is under way due to the fact that bitcoin exists and it provides a far superior alternative.

These are pretty stark numbers. Nothing highlights the superior monetary properties of bitcoin better than looking at a chart of the average price of a home priced in USD v. bitcoin.

Since 2016: +46% in USD -99% in BTC

Since 2020: +34% in USD -70% in BTC

The funny thing is that an overwhelming majority of the individuals who make their living in real estate markets do not understand that this is happening to them. Many think they are doing exceptionally well all things considered. Sure, there may be a bit of a slow down and price retraction due to a couple of years of relatively elevated interest rates, but don't worry! The Fed is lowering rates again and the good times are about to start back up. Nothing could be further from the truth. This trend is going to continue unabated until bitcoin is fully monetized and those is the real estate industry, particularly real estate developers and those who lend capital to developers, should seriously take the time to understand what is happening to them.

Real estate is the largest store of value asset in the world at the moment. The most common number that is thrown around for the total size of the market is $300 TRILLION. $300 TRILLION of wealth being stored in an asset that is illiquid, comes with maintenance costs, taxes, insurance premiums, and susceptible to extreme weather event, among other things. Compared to bitcoin - which is extremely liquid, saleable, divisible and hard to confiscate, real estate is a far superior asset to store your wealth in. This is something that I'm sure is well understood by many of you reading this letter.

What's less understood is the dynamics of the real estate development market over the last few years, which have been severely hindered by elevated interest rates. The higher interest rate environment coupled with the inflationary pressures that forced rates higher in the first place have put developers in a predicament; they have a higher cost of capital to start new projects with raw material prices that are still much higher than they were before the economic lock downs of 2020-2022. This has led to a scenario where it isn't advantageous to start new projects and the projects that broke ground in 2021-2023 are finding that they need to incur more debt to get their developments across the finish line.

Despite the fact that interest rates are on their way back down, it doesn't seem like the economics of these projects are going to materially improve in the short to medium-term as headline inflation begins to creep back up. Couple this with the fact that the jobs market is cratering while real wages struggle to keep up with inflation and many builders are going to find themselves in a situation where they do actually complete a development problem but their cash flow suffers because their customers can't afford the inflated rents that builders will have to charge to get a return on their outlaid capital. Many will be put in a situation where they are forced to be happy with lower rents (cash flow) or sit on the sidelines making no cash flow.

The post-1971 era that brought with it a booming real estate industry is suffering the same fate as the bond market; the generation bull market is over. Real estate prices may go up, but that will be nothing more than a mirage of wealth creation. The unit of account those prices are built on is in dollars, which are being debased at an accelerating rate. Developers, banks and borrowers need to de-risk their real estate exposure and, as Leon points out, bitcoin is the only way to do this in an effective way.

Moving forward developers will have to finance by dual collateralizing their debt with the real estate and bitcoin. In the graphic below Leon illustrates what this type of financing structure will look like. Instead of taking $10m of debt to finance a project and putting it all into materials, construction and marketing, a developer will take out a $10m loan, put $1m in bitcoin and the rest toward the development project. Over the course of the construction of the real estate project, bitcoin will sit in the credit structure and, if held for 4+ years, should increase significantly in value. Saving the builder from risk of default and providing him some optionality in terms of what he can do with the project once it's finished.

In this scenario downside risk is contained - a developer isn't pouring all of the cash into bitcoin at the beginning so the worst case scenario is that bitcoin goes to zero (highly unlikely) and they can eat the small loss and hope to make up with it via cash flows once a project is finished, while upside potential is enormous. Bitcoin is still monetizing and having exposure to the hardest monetary asset the world has ever while it's monetizing has proven to be massively beneficial.

We are still in the early days of bitcoin and this idea will likely seem absolutely insane to most Tradfi investors, but I strongly believe that developers, banks and end consumers who don't leverage this type of bitcoin structured credit will be cooked in the long-run. And those that take advantage of this type of structure first will be considered geniuses in 20 years.

There are many more nuanced benefits to this strategy; holding bitcoin allows landlords and management companies to weather ongoing maintenance costs throughout the years, those who take out mortgages dual collateralized with a house and bitcoin not only protect the equity value of their property but could see their equity values increase significantly more than others using vanilla mortgages, and builders who accumulate bitcoin in their treasuries will be able to use better raw materials when building, which leads to more valuable properties that cash flow for longer.

Again, it's going to take time for these types of structures to become commonplace in the market, but I firmly believe this cycle will be the cycle that these strategies get off the ground. In four to five years they will have a track record and after that it will be considered irresponsible not to finance real estate in this way. The banks will begin to demand it.

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Bitcoin emerged as a promise of financial freedom, challenging the traditional and centralized structures of governments and financial institutions. Since its inception, many enthusiasts have believed in the revolutionary potential of this cryptocurrency. However, over the years, challenges have arisen that have tested this promise, especially concerning centralization, the implementation of secondary layers like the Lightning Network, and issues of governance and privacy.

https://www.fountain.fm/episode/SDZYaFMyLEO1krL6x8RD

Centralization and the Exclusivity of Nostr

Nostr, a decentralized network aiming to be censorship resistant, emerged as an attempt to solve some inherent problems of centralization. However, it faces significant challenges. Many users point out that, despite its promise, Nostr is still not attractive to the general public, being exclusive to a specific niche.

Additionally, issues of centralization still permeate the network. Discussions on GitHub revealed that developers chose not to implement an absolute level of privacy, a decision many considered inadequate. Even with protocols developed to ensure total privacy—such as the non-identification of IPs and communicating parties—the network still lacks this robust implementation.

Individual Freedom and Data Protection

A recurring issue is the importance of demonstrating that real options exist for citizens to protect and preserve their freedom. In a world where most discussions about Bitcoin revolve around its use as an investment asset, there is an urgent need to emphasize its potential as a tool for financial freedom.

The Bitcoin community should focus on development and education, showing that the conscious use of cryptography and decentralized transactions can protect individuals against excessive government surveillance and control. Secure and private communication is fundamental, and Bitcoin, along with privacy technologies, can provide this.

Hyperbitcoinization and the Illusion of Store of Value

Hyperbitcoinization is a concept that refers to the moment when Bitcoin will replace fiat currencies worldwide. However, achieving this state is not simple, especially when Bitcoin is seen primarily as a store of value. Since 2017, this narrative has gained strength, promoting the idea that accumulating Bitcoin will lead to automatic wealth.

However, this perspective is limited. The true value of Bitcoin lies in its use as a transactional currency, not just in its scarcity. The community must work to ensure that Bitcoin is utilized in everyday transactions, strengthening its network and demonstrating its real value.

The Role of the Community in Bitcoin's Development

Bitcoin's strength comes from its community. Developers, users, and enthusiasts, through their actions and support, make Bitcoin a powerful tool. This community is responsible for ensuring that Bitcoin maintains its essence and that its functionalities are accessible to all.

It is crucial that this support network continues promoting the decentralized use of Bitcoin, without intermediaries that can censor or control transactions. Adopting Bitcoin in a centralized manner, through banks or other institutions, contradicts its original proposal and strengthens those who have historically opposed its existence.

Sidechains, Second Layers, and the Lightning Network

Sidechains and second layers, like the Lightning Network, are essential components for Bitcoin's scalability. However, they bring challenges, especially regarding the need to trust intermediaries. For these solutions to be effective, it is fundamental that they allow the unilateral withdrawal of funds, ensuring that users maintain full control over their assets.

The Lightning Network, for example, is a second layer that allows fast and cheap transactions. However, many users face difficulties when dealing with channels that do not close correctly, resulting in locked funds. These problems must be solved for the network to be truly decentralized and functional.

The Fight Against Centralization on the Internet

Centralization is not a problem exclusive to Bitcoin. The internet as a whole faces similar challenges, with data control concentrated in the hands of a few large technology companies. To ensure freedom of expression and online privacy, it is necessary to decentralize these data clusters.

Projects that seek to decentralize the internet are vital for this mission. They not only complement Bitcoin in its quest for financial freedom but also ensure that digital communication and expression are protected against censorship and corporate control.

The Future of Bitcoin and the Need for Action

The future of Bitcoin depends on the community's action. We cannot expect Bitcoin to automatically become a global medium of exchange. A conscious effort is necessary to build an ecosystem where Bitcoin can flow freely, being used in everyday transactions and valued for its utility.

Moreover, with the imminent arrival of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), time is of the essence. CBDCs represent a significant challenge, as they can further restrict individuals' financial freedom. Therefore, accelerating Bitcoin adoption and ensuring it maintains its decentralized and uncensorable properties is a priority.

Conclusion

Bitcoin remains a powerful tool for financial freedom but faces significant challenges. Centralization, both in the context of secondary networks and the internet in general, poses a threat to its original proposal. However, with the joint action of the community and the continuous development of decentralized solutions, it is possible to maintain Bitcoin as a bastion of individual freedom.

The true revolution of Bitcoin lies in its use as a medium of exchange, not just as a store of value. To achieve hyperbitcoinization, it is necessary to build a robust ecosystem where Bitcoin can circulate freely and be accessible to all. Only then can we fulfill Bitcoin's initial promise and ensure it continues to be a tool for freedom and financial autonomy.

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this is in response to Shinobis recent piece occupy bitcoin found here

https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/occupy-bitcoin-bitcoin-is-not-just-libertarian?new

Occupy bitcoin is a thing every single one of us tries to do. There isn't a single one individual that doesn’t see bitcoin for what it is and have it not occupy all of them to varying degrees. There’s an innate fascination with coming upon previously unknown knowledge and become overtly obsessed with it and exploring all of the facets in which the new knowledge can be applied. When one does so, it normally can lead to finding previously unknown areas that you come to find with the more that you learn you find out just how much you truly don’t understand.

Now with this being the foundation of what all of humans are doing. None of us, not ONE, know everything. Its a fallacious argument to claim to do. In the journey for the discovery that is truth one can happen to fall upon the political rabbit hole that can be called or dubbed Libertarianism/Anarchism/ AnCap/AnCom etc. I use these labels very lightly as they are just words at the end of the day words mean different things to different people. I cant know what these words mean to you dear reader but I can only know what they mean to me, and my journey specifically. What we as humans do is to come to an agreement upon to what does these words mean to the both of us when we are communicating them to each other. I do my best to not fall into being pigeon holed into believing or having to defend that when I say one of the aforementioned words that I should have to commit to whatever it is your preconceived understanding of what that is. We must remember that these words are collectivized terms, they are strictly USEFUL fictions that we humans use in order to better conceptualize the ideas to better understand. That to take any attribute pulled from any one of the above and blanket paint “some” or “most” individuals that claim to align with above ideologies/alignments/political beliefs that these individuals represent that is an absurd claim. One cannot claim that individuals acting in mean/harsh ways when facing others who don’t agree with them is the wrong way to act.

We are humans we disagree, were free to act as we please to anyone we wish to do so. We’re NEVER free to ignore the consequences of those actions. One could characterize the vehement disdain for the acceptance all ideas, and letting others have their own opinions, is how we as individuals got here in the first place. It was the ideas of society being more important than the whole that had legitimized the aggression sanctified by the state as an omnipotent entity free from doing no wrong in lieu of the greater good. Individuals can do as such with their minds as they please but your actions of freedom stop at the point of my nose begins. The individuals that understand freedom and its core philosophy understand this. Treating one side as an evil and the other side as some glorified good is a cop out of intellectual dishonesty.

In the realm of bitcoin there can be disagreements and even out right hostility towards any number of ideas/opinions. This is the nature of freedom itself. As I’ve seen it and as I have championed it myself do with freedom what you will, but whatever you do if I think its stupid I’m going to tell you its stupid. Social pressures have been with human civilizations for thousands of years to think that the idea of attacks to your ideas not being a thing because we should accept all ideas and be kind to differing opinions is a farce at best and some unicorn fart huffing at worst. It was the individuals that were unwavering IN SPITE of the social attacks, the public slandering, the outright social ostracization, the being called dumb and stupid that paved the way for the best and most historical moments in history Ideas don’t care about these passing affronts. If your viewpoint/idea needs soft corners to gain traction then maybe you should reassess your idea in the first place. The battleground that is the societal/accepted norm isn't one that’s for the faint of heart. Everyone has limited time and resources available to them if they are choosing not to hear you then its probably time to seek out others to speak to. In the realm of freedom everyone CAN choose any ideas they wish to follow and interact with others that agree, where that stops is you can NO LONGER force everyone else to participate in your own shared delusions with the others you associate with. The freedom to EXCLUDE is one of the core tenets of freedom principles. We DO NOT have to be accepting of everyone if we do not wish to do so, the belief that everyone should ALWAYS accept everyone and everything is a communistic one. No one individual has the time and resources to accept every person and accept or contemplate every single idea presented to him. What freedom DOES allow for is for YOU to find the individuals that ARE accepting of your views/beliefs and do with that what you wish.

By trying to call out one group of individuals as being too “tribal” in what they view as the best course of action for themselves while SIMULTANEOUSLY praising another group for their favored tenets of “acceptance” is a laughable and down right sad view that “everyone should be more like the accepting crowd”. It is only through the choices we make that we get to where we are going on this journey. Those choices are inherently going to REQUIRE dissociation, omission, & exclusion.

The ideologies/beliefs mentioned at the beginning of this article are only a starting point to the journey. They are in no way shape or from a claim to be a complete set of knowledge's that allow everyone to be able to navigate this earth. Are some things flawed? Probably. Do some things work for some and not others? Absolutely. But the major core belief at all of them is the belief that violence is never permitted, in all its facets to the individual liberty of the person. Its the only morally justifiable way to navigate life. This is in and of itself the most open and accepting philosophy of all life choices.

Individuals can do with their lives as they please, nobody is stopping you from doing that, but you because someone said some mean things to me about what I believe. Its about time some individuals get that we must remain steadfast in our mission. We don’t get there by being nice to everyone. We only get there by allowing everyone to do what they wish and not expecting others to bend to our will because you hurt my feelings.

The ultimate arbiter for what you should pick and choose is you the individual, don’t let others decide that for you. Don’t be a passenger in your own life, take that wheel and choose for yourself where you are headed. But if you're going to let someone who was mean to you stop you from using probably the greatest tool that a human has ever invented, then maybe there isn't hope for humanity after all. The one thing that I know for sure is that there is one thing that that can hinder you or augment you, that thing is choice. Embrace it.

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🧠Quote(s) of the week:

'Bitcoin completed the stack. Which is why you should probably stack Bitcoin.'- Anilsaidso

🧡Bitcoin news🧡

On the 8th of October:

➡️The US Supreme Court has declined to review an appeal over the ownership of 69,370 Bitcoin seized from Silk Road, allowing the government to sell them. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a case concerning the ownership of 69,370 Bitcoin, worth $4.38 billion, seized by the government from the Silk Road marketplace. Battle Born Investments, which claimed rights to Bitcoin through a bankruptcy estate, had its appeal rejected after failing to convince lower courts of its claim. This decision clears the way for the U.S. government to sell the Bitcoin. Sources: Cointelegraph

A smart move by the U.S. government. They are poised to sell the only truly limited-supply store of value asset in the world for something it can and will just print more out of thin air itself. Logic, innit?!

➡️'YTD returns:

S&P500: +20.3%

Gold: +27.8%

Bitcoin: +48.2%

But if you only looked at Twitter, you’d think Bitcoin was performing the worst. It’s doing just fine. People are impatient and greedy.' - Bitcoin Isaiah

➡️Bitcoin rewards app Fold has filed an S-4 SEC IPO filing ahead of its planned merger with FTAC Emerald Acquisition.

If approved, Fold will be publicly listed on Nasdaq as "FLD."  - Bitcoin News

➡️MicroStrategy holds more Bitcoin than the US government. Matter of fact, MicroStrategy is the world’s first Bitcoin Development Company.

'It holds ₿252,220 on its balance sheet and did $2.5bn in volume today. JP Morgan is America’s largest bank. It has almost $4 trillion of fiat assets on its balance sheet, and yet today it did just $1.5bn in volume. This is only 60% of MSTR’s trade. Saylor did more volume today than JPM and Coinbase (America’s largest crypto exchange) combined. Let that sink in. MicroStrategy is beginning to make Wall Street’s biggest names look small.' - Bit Strategy

No S&P 500 company has outperformed MicroStrategy since they began stacking Bitcoin. MicroStrategy owns 252,000 Bitcoin.

Only 83 entities in the ENTIRE WORLD can own 252,000 Bitcoin. This means MSTR has achieved something only 82 other individuals, institutions, countries, etc. can achieve.

On the 9th of October:

➡️German parliament member Joana Cotar says "With the right Bitcoin strategy you have the potential to transform a nation."  Inflation is "stealing money from the people every month, Bitcoin is going to fix this"

On the 10th of October:

➡️On this day the Bitcoin Conference Amsterdam started. I only will share the most important bit of the whole conference, fellow Noderunner & Suriname Presidential candidate Maya Parbhoe: Suriname will be the next Bitcoin country!

I hope she will make it. She is a class act and with her determination, and passion for the people, but foremost her vision. I have no doubt she will lead the way and let Suriname thrive. How I love being part of the Noderunners group. The cult within the CULT!

➡️$9.57 trillion Charles Schwab survey shows almost half of its respondents plan to invest in Bitcoin and crypto ETFs

➡️'Ireland's Crime Bureau can't get access to drug dealer's $378m Bitcoin it "seized" in 2020. It has since gone up in value from $56m to $378. Not your keys, not your ₿itcoin!' -Bitcoin Archive

➡️'The SEC is suing Cumberland DRW, one of the largest crypto market makers, for selling assets like Solana as securities without registering as a securities dealer.' -Bitcoin News

1.5M BTC has been accumulated by whales (with >1K BTC on balance) over the last 6 months. There's really nothing to discuss here. What have you done over the last 6 months? Source

On the 11th of October:

➡️TD Bank has pleaded guilty and been hit with a record $3 billion fine for enabling drug cartel money laundering. Bank employees accepted bribes and overlooked blatant criminal activity by customers from Colombia and other regions. Criminals prefer US Dollars. Bitcoin is an open, transparent monetary network. I thought money laundering only happened in crypto… Will never cease to amaze me that these giga-settlements in tradfi happen, barely make news, and Elizabeth Warren in the US or Paul Tang here in Europe doesn't call for all banking to be shut down because of how its medium of choice for money launderers. Fascinating, innit?

➡️Metaplanet has purchased an additional ~108.99 Bitcoin for ¥1 billion at an average price of  ¥9,174,396 per Bitcoin. As of October 11, Metaplanet holds ~748.50 Bitcoin acquired for ¥6.965 billion at an average price of ¥9,304,655 per Bitcoin.

➡️Global Money Supply hits an all-time high of $107 Trillion. It’s just a matter of time until Bitcoin follows. Two weeks ago I shared a great article by Lyn Alden on this topic. You might want to read that.

➡️Mt. Gox trustee postpones deadline to repay creditors by one year to October 2025, reducing sell pressure concerns for Bitcoin.

On the 12th of October:

➡️El Salvador buys back $940 million of its outstanding debt to reduce its debt burden and take advantage of favorable market conditions. The future of El Salvador is debt-free The IMF is in despair.

On the 13th of October:

Lyn Alden: Sometimes I make an asset class return chart specifically to show how poorly bonds performed over the past 5 years or whatever random timeframe, and instead it just accidentally shows how dramatically bitcoin outperformed everything.

➡️ Bitcoin on exchanges just hit a 5-year low. However, there are still 2.5M Bitcoins that need to be withdrawn!

On the 14th of October: ➡️I will end this Bitcoin segment with some quotes from Larry Fink, BlackRock CEO on Bitcoin. "We believe Bitcoin is an asset class in itself." "We're having conversations with institutions worldwide about allocations." "Bitcoin will become as big as the US housing market" -- Larry Fink. That market, the housing market, is currently 50 Trillion. Let's estimate 100 Trillion by 2040. That is 76x Bitcoin's 1.3 Trillion market cap. In other words, Bitcoin is going to $ 5 Million. Source: the most important person in finance on planet earth.

💸Traditional Finance / Macro:

On the 11th of October:

👉🏽'The S&P 500 is now up over 22% this year, marking the best year-to-date performance in 24 years.

This is already DOUBLE the average annual return since 1957. In one year, the index has added a whopping $13 trillion in market cap. If the current pace of the market rally continues, the S&P 500 is on track to record a 30.0% gain in 2024, the largest annual gain since 1997. That also would mark the third-largest annual return since 1975, when the S&P 500 finished the year up 37.2%.' -TKL

🏦Banks:

On the 2nd of October:

👉🏽no news

🌎Macro/Geopolitics:

On the 8th of October:

👉🏽The Tax Foundation analyzed the Kamala Harris Tax Plan and concluded that it would result in the loss of approximately 800K full-time jobs, a long-run wage decline of 1.2%, and a long-run GDP of negative 2%. Source: https://taxfoundation.org/research/all/federal/kamala-harris-tax-plan-2024/

'For the sake of completeness, the Tax Foundation is not blatantly partisan but its leaning is conservative and center-right. Still by its own findings Trump's economic plans would result in 684K job losses and 0.8% loss of GDP. Most estimates coming from other places are less favorable to Trump.'

Left, right...this is a feature of a system that requires billions of dollars in debt service.

👉🏽Hong Kong's Hang Seng index just crashed 9.4% today, posting its largest drop since 2008 and 2nd largest drop since 2000. Over the last 3 weeks, China's stock market was up nearly 30% on stimulus announcements.

The full thread you can find here: https://x.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1843630549379981400

👉🏽Despite strong headline growth in GDP figures several people are struggling and working multiple jobs just to pay bills. Millions of Americans are working multiple jobs to afford basic necessities. 'The number of people working MULTIPLE jobs in the US hit 8.66 million in September, a new record. This is ~300,000 above the peak seen before the pandemic and ~600,000 above the 2008 peak. Furthermore, the number of part-time jobs has jumped by ~3 million over the last 3 years to a near-record 28.2 million. Concerningly, full-time employment has declined by 1 million since November 2023. Multiple jobholders have been rapidly rising over the last few years as Americans are fighting record-high prices.' -TKL

👉🏽 Without a fiscal union the Euro is shaky and makes little sense long term. But no country will give up its sovereignty to make a fiscal union. Especially not the rich/successful countries. The EU and Euro are failed projects. 'All currency unions in history based on common monetary policy only failed and disappeared. The Euro can only survive long-term if there was common fiscal policy, given political landscape in Europe it’s close to impossible.' -Michael A Arouet

It comes down to the question - are Northern countries (e.g. DE and NL) willing to pay for early retirement in France, or low tax morale in Italy?... We all know the answer.

Anyway... socialism will never work though.

👉🏽In 2023 the wealth tax increase in Norway was expected to bring an additional $146M in yearly tax revenue.

Instead, individuals worth $54B left the country, leading to a loss of $594M in yearly wealth tax revenue. A net decrease of $448M+. Capital moves where it's treated best. And so do people. That is because rich people don't pay taxes.

The same thing happened in France when socialists increased the wealth tax in 2012. The most successful simply left.' -Michael A. Arouet

Just to show how bad things are in France. Within 15 years debt/GDP almost doubled. France is running a 6% fiscal deficit during good times despite the highest tax burden in Europe.

Without deep structural reforms, it will sooner or later face a debt crisis. Great article by the economist: https://archive.ph/qrWcT

France stares into a “colossal” budgetary abyss. A fragile new government must try to plug the hole.

On the 9th of October:

👉🏽The CBO (Congressional Budget Office) just released the estimated 2024 federal budget results. Adjusting for weekend payments, the actual 2024 expenses totaled $6.8T for a deficit of $ 1.83T. This is a ~12% deficit increase from 2023. The US deficit reached $1.83 trillion in Fiscal Year 2024, or 6.4% of GDP, the largest deficit since 2021.

According to CBO data released Tuesday, this is $139 billion higher than in FY 2023 and ~$400 billion above FY 2022 levels. This comes as government spending increased 10% year-over-year to $6.8 trillion. The largest outlays were Social Security, debt interest payments, and Medicare at $1.5 trillion, $950 billion, and $869 billion, respectively. Meanwhile, federal debt is up $2.2 trillion over the last year and hit a record $35.7 trillion this week. US deficit spending remains at crisis levels.

On the 10th of October:

👉🏽The Fed's worst nightmare has begun:

1. Core CPI inflation rises to 3.3%, the first increase since March 2023
2. 258,000 people filed for unemployment this week, above expectations of 230,000. That is the highest reading in 16 months. Once the September jobs report is revised sharply lower (as usually in 2023/2024), it will reveal the Fed's nightmare situation. Rising inflation with rising unemployment. No bueno.

👉🏽Trump is leading Kamala by 9.4% on Polymarket, the widest gap since Biden dropped out.

Trump is even leading in Wisconsin and Michigan.

👉🏽China's Central Bank launches $70 BILLION funding program to stimulate the economy and capital market: • Cut reserve req ratio, releasing ~1 trillion yuan • Lowered key interest rates • Reduced mortgage rates • Issued 1 trillion yuan in special sovereign bonds • 100B Yuan govt investment • Child subsidies for families By cutting the reserve requirement ratio and lowering interest rates, the government aims to boost liquidity and consumer confidence.

On the 11th of October:

👉🏽September PPI inflation RISES to 1.8%, above expectations of 1.6%. (first time since June), and last month's PPI inflation number was revised higher. Both Core PPI and CPI inflation are now officially back on the rise.

On the 12th of October:

👉🏽'The Federal Reserve’s balance sheet declined by $66 billion in September to $7.05 trillion, the lowest since September 2020.

Since April 2022, the Fed has shrunk its portfolio of assets by $1.92 trillion. This is 40% of the $4.80 trillion the central bank bought during the 2020-2022 pandemic response. For the first time in history, the Fed is simultaneously reducing its balance sheet and cutting rates. At the September Fed meeting, Fed Chair Powell emphasized that balance sheet reductions will continue.' -TKL

Great news! Meanwhile, though, the US money supply hit $21.17 trillion in August, the highest level since January 2023.

This also marks a fifth consecutive monthly increase in the US money supply. Over the last 10 months, the amount of US Dollars in circulation has jumped by a MASSIVE $484 billion.

In effect, the money supply is now just $548 billion below a new all-time high. After a brief decline, the quantity of money in the financial system is surging again raising concerns about another inflation wave.

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THE SEPARATION OF MONEY & STATE Peter McCormack & David Zell discuss the political landscape surrounding Bitcoin & its role as an insurance policy for individuals & nation-states:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y39I7iQUL6U

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I was at a yoga teacher training 14 years ago during which the topic of positive thinking came up. A few different women (it was almost all women) spoke about how much “positive thinking” had affected their lives for the better. When they were done, I raised my hand and said something to the effect of:

“You know there were six million Jews killed in the Holocaust, and the one percent most positive-thinking among them were 60,000, and it didn’t help them much. Even the one percent of the one percent most positive who must have been very very positive, were 600, and they too got murdered alongside everyone they knew.”

I don’t remember what if anything anyone said after that, only that it pretty much killed the “kumbaya” vibe they had been cultivating, which I guess was my aim, since it always struck me as phony.

. . .

I was talking to a friend last week about a book I was reading, called “Becoming Supernatural.” It’s a bit “self-helpy” for my tastes, but the author makes some interesting arguments. Essentially that matter is mostly empty space because atoms are mostly space (the nucleus, which has virtually all the mass, is tiny compared to the entire atom.) Everything is space, or more precisely electromagnetic fields, and the subatomic particles inside the matter are actually just waves until they are observed. “Reality” is mostly just waves which we solidify by observation, and the same is true for our internal reality.

When we’re in a contemplative state, just observing, not identifying or planning, it’s like we’re an unobserved wave, and it’s only when we snap back to “reality” of “I’m a man,” “I’m a woman” or “I’ve got a boring meeting at 10 am” that we re-particle-ize, so to speak. That you are in a state of possibility (wave) when meditating, and you are the particle when you identify with the specifics of yourself or your life.

And so you wind up with an identity that’s full of beliefs about yourself, your plans and your history, and those notions solidify themselves in your body in terms of stress, tension, etc. via biochemistry, and that biochemistry feeds your thoughts which in turn feed more biochemistry, and you become habituated to your patterns, your history, your identity and cut yourself off from new choices and possibilities. As I said, a bit self-helpy for me (and maybe I’m missing something in my paraphrasing), but an interesting way to conceptualize it.

So I’m talking to my friend about this idea of creating your own experience, so to speak, by not, for example, imagining how my run at the track will go like I normally would but simply committing to it, but without a picture, story or expectation. You just walk out the door, a couple blocks to the subway, observe the people, the cobblestones, etc. And I don’t mean imagining doing that as I am now while typing this, but each step as it’s happening. And in this way you create a different experience than the habitual one where you’re dreading the run and strategizing how to make its prospect less painful.

And he agreed that maybe we can create our own experience. Of course, that was when I told him the story of the yoga class and the 600 super positive Jews on their way to the gas chamber.

And he said, “Maybe the positive ones had already left.”

. . .

Growing up Jewish in New York, I was exposed to the sentiment that Holocaust 2.0 was maybe not imminent but surely something about which I should be worried. We weren’t religious, and I never experienced any kind of antisemitism (I’ve seen and heard some lately on social media and even in real life on occasion, but nothing that’s affected my life in any way.) And I always rejected that idea that I should be specifically worried about it.

But — and I can’t say if the Holocaust paranoia drove this — I’ve always thought about the people that died not just in the Holocaust, but also in wars or even via violence on the street. So many humans in history have met their ends in gruesome ways, in prison, in the gutter or at the hands of others. I’ve always had this sense that it could easily be me or my family as there was no basis for believing it couldn’t be so.

I had only a small taste of violence growing up, getting mugged, punched in the face on the street a couple times, chased by a gang with sticks and bats. I never got seriously injured, and in fact no one I know did, either, but there was a sense of menace back then that it could happen.

On the one hand, you could say if it happens it happens, and hopefully it doesn’t come to that, and let it go, but it raises the question of how much one should prepare, at what point should you leave. If the positive thinking Jews (and by positive thinking I don’t mean being in denial about what was going on in Germany, but in the sense of willing themselves a good life for which leaving was necessary) left, maybe my mental model was wrong, and those girls in my yoga class, naive though they might have been, were onto something.

Instead of seeing oneself as a statistic, at the mercy of probability given a shifting (often for the worse) environment, a wave waiting for the events of life to particle-ize oneself, so to speak, into the lottery of history, one might imagine a form of higher agency. Unlike ordinary agency which is the power to respond to one’s environment, maybe one creates it, whether via default (lottery of history) or by choice.

This has profound implications because it makes you not only responsible for how you act upon the world but also for how the world acts upon you. There is nothing to fear from what might happen because you yourself created the conditions, consciously or by default. And while there might be great suffering, real horrors and unspeakable cruelty, those episodes are all mutually brought into being.

Obviously that is not to say that there are no moral distinctions, that the Jews who went to the gas chamber were as responsible as the nazis who forced them. The default — letting the lottery of history play out — still involves ordinary agency and the responsibilities inherent to it. One has merely opted into ordinary agency (and its probability distribution) by not discovering the means of reality production at its root. And because most people are neither exposed to this possibility nor encouraged to seek it, they experience only the default. (And some even less than that as society encourages helplessness and increasingly confers status on those it deems victims, but that’s a topic for another essay.)

. . .

I don’t want to go too far afield trying to explain or describe what creating one’s own reality consists in or how one might go about it. I am no expert in this, and I’m not even positive it can be done in the sense I’m suggesting after reading (and likely misinterpreting) a book. Only that my old probabilistic view of the world wherein the influence you have with respect to your conditions was modest might be wrong. That even the idea it’s possible to opt out of virtually anything is more than just intriguing but liberating.

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I've always been interested in Eastern philosophies and Stoicism. When I first heard about Bitcoin, it seemed to align well with the beliefs, ideas, and lifestyle I was already living. I try my best to be self-sovereign, practice a low-time preference, and delayed gratification. I've also learned so much about Linux, servers, etc...

I'm curious to hear what skills you have gained from Bitcoin, or how it has changed or aligns with your lifestyle.

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/724982

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Table Of Content

• The Merger Deal: A Strategic Move

• Growth and Adoption: The Driving Forces

• Trading Details: Accessibility for Investors

• Bitcoin Depot: A Major Player in the Crypto ATM Market

• Conclusion

• FAQ

In a significant development for the cryptocurrency industry, Bitcoin Depot, one of the largest cryptocurrency ATM firms in the United States, has announced that it will go public on Nasdaq starting July 3. This move marks a significant milestone for the crypto industry, reflecting the growing acceptance and mainstream adoption of digital currencies. The listing of Bitcoin Depot on a major stock exchange like Nasdaq signifies the increasing integration of cryptocurrencies into the traditional financial system.

The Merger Deal: A Strategic Move

The public listing of Bitcoin Depot follows the closing of a merger deal with fintech firm GSR II Meteora Acquisition Corporation. GSR II Meteora Acquisition Corporation acted as a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) for Bitcoin Depot. The deal, which was first reported in August 2022, cost $885 million. This merger is expected to allow investors exposure to Bitcoin Depot’s common stock on the Nasdaq. The strategic merger is seen as a significant step towards providing mainstream investors with more opportunities to invest in the burgeoning cryptocurrency market.

Growth and Adoption: The Driving Forces

According to Bitcoin Depot's founder and CEO, Brandon Mintz, the merger deal was aimed at supporting "numerous growth opportunities" and promoting the adoption of Bitcoin (BTC) in North America. Mintz believes that this move will not only provide a boost to Bitcoin Depot but also contribute to the wider acceptance and use of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The public listing is expected to provide the necessary capital for Bitcoin Depot to expand its operations and reach, thereby promoting the adoption of Bitcoin.

Trading Details: Accessibility for Investors

Investors interested in Bitcoin Depot will be able to find shares of the company under the ticker symbols BTM and BTMWW for its common stock and public warrants, respectively, on Nasdaq. This public listing provides an opportunity for investors to gain exposure to the burgeoning cryptocurrency market through a regulated and widely recognized exchange. The listing of Bitcoin Depot's shares on Nasdaq will provide a new and accessible avenue for investors to participate in the growth of the cryptocurrency industry.

Bitcoin Depot: A Major Player in the Crypto ATM Market

Founded in 2016, Bitcoin Depot has grown to become one of the biggest crypto ATM firms in North America. According to its website, the company boasts more than 9,130 locations. Bitcoin Depot's ATMs allow users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, providing a tangible touchpoint for digital currencies. The company's extensive network of ATMs has played a crucial role in making cryptocurrencies more accessible to the general public.

Conclusion

The public listing of Bitcoin Depot on Nasdaq is a significant step forward for the cryptocurrency industry. It not only underscores the growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies but also provides a new avenue for investors to gain exposure to this dynamic and rapidly evolving market. As Bitcoin Depot and other crypto-related firms continue to make inroads into traditional financial markets, the future of digital currencies looks increasingly promising. The listing of Bitcoin Depot is likely to encourage other cryptocurrency companies to consider public listings, thereby further integrating the cryptocurrency industry with traditional finance.

FAQ

What is Bitcoin Depot? Bitcoin Depot is one of the largest cryptocurrency ATM firms in the United States. Founded in 2016, it allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin through its network of over 9,130 ATMs.

What is the recent development with Bitcoin Depot? Bitcoin Depot has announced that it will go public on Nasdaq starting July 3, following the closing of a merger deal with fintech firm GSR II Meteora Acquisition Corporation.

What is the purpose of the merger deal? According to Bitcoin Depot's founder and CEO, Brandon Mintz, the merger deal was aimed at supporting "numerous growth opportunities" and promoting the adoption of Bitcoin in North America.

What does Bitcoin Depot's public listing signify? The public listing of Bitcoin Depot on Nasdaq is a significant step forward for the cryptocurrency industry. It reflects the growing acceptance and mainstream adoption of digital currencies and provides a new avenue for investors to gain exposure to the cryptocurrency market.

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Takeaways from Bitcoin Amsterdam 2024

The bitcoin conference in Amsterdam to me is my typical yearly check in with the crypto scene. From a distance, not much has changed since last year. What struck me most was the correlation between the exchange prices and the amount of visitors, I had the feeling the crowd was about twice as big as last year during the opening and high profile talks.

From my personal experience, the increase of audience also brought some dilution to the hard core maximalist anarchist-ness of the event. The overall vibe amongst the attendees was more friendly and open. This also increased the value of the event for me, as I try to broaden my network, get different perspectives and learn more about what interests people in the crypto space.

This year was also marked by my involvement in the Nostr side events, I was asked to give a live performance at the Nostrdam Meetup October 2024 which went over very well and also acted as a nice conversation starter during the rest of the conference. I was also slightly involved in the organisation of the Nostr booth, but credits go to the awesome volunteers that made that happen. It was a bit of a shame that the Nostr booth was tucked away all the way in the back of the (commercial) expo hall, it would have been nice to promote the Nostr initiative to the social community area next to the satoshi radio / connect the world community area

For me the biggest takeaways were the insights I got from the people I’ve met, all from different industries with different perspectives on both technology and involvement. I tried to specifically reach out to (former) CTO’s, which led me to write and share this piece on that particular role. Of course shaking hands and catching up with people I only see once a year is great, and reminds me of the vibe and my experiences at the Fronteers conference.

From a technical point of view I was most inspired by the advancement of AI agent technology and the possibilities of programmable micropayments via de lightning network. Michael Levin showed us that the http spec already has a 402 status of “payment required” and that basically all the required infrastructure is already in place to allow both humans and ai agents to use the lightning network to pay for access to compute or resources using this statuscode and an api gateway such as lightning labs aperture.

talk: HODLing Is Hard: Fundamentals, Cycle & On-Chain Analysis by rational root

• bitcoin is already competing in market cap with other currencies
• amount of euro is exponentially increasing
• from 8 to 16 trillion euros since 2009, but having a real hard cap in btc is fundamentally different
• inflation
  • euro lose 20% in 5 years
  • bitcoin also loses purchasing power, but only 10%
• in current system, we always need to take on maximal debt, instead of saving
• two things can happen
  • we get into overvalued price levels
  • we get into recession
• recession would only mean a shift in the start of the 4 year cycle

panel: Endless Possibilities: Reusing Heat From Miners

• people
  • 21energy Maximilian (obwexer)
  • Bert de groot (bitcoin Brabant)
  • Brad Tom (mara)
• perspective: coming from energy to bitcoin is very different and much faster with implementation than the other way around
• 95% of heat can be captured from miners, much higher in comparison to AI
• being able to balance the grid because you can turn off the bitcoin miners
• ”heatbuffers” → heat is still available when power source goes down
• common objections:
  • Crypto is hard to understand
  • for large industrial clients, heaters, public image of bitcoin (often a door closer)
• people don’t see that miners consume electricity and pay for it.
  • If mining is closed down in Europe, the energy prices will spike because the energy will not be payed for anymore

panel: How to Guard Privacy Tools & Developers

• Dorien Rookmaker & Sjors proviost
• chat control
  • topic keeps returning, and is highly distracting for progress
  • Parliament wants Netherlands to speak against chat control
  • initially they want to just, scan messages now want to install malware before encryption
  • it is distracting Sjors from working on bitcoin
• samurai and tornado are different cases
  • tornado cash is harder because it is also a smart contract with custody over funds
  • samurai is easier: if you don’t have custody, are you responsible for the results of the code?
  • will decide wether whether non custodial systems are ok or not
• micah interpretation is quite vague
• the current Denmark case:
  • if you are rebuilding an interface for a smart contract, you are responsible for implementing all the legal guardrails that apply to securities governance?

panel: NOSTR: Freedom of Algorithmic Choice

• will casarin, mcshane, martti malmi (Sirius iris.to)
• arc (alternative layer on top of bitcoin, like lightning but without channels)
• aha moment: when seeing the unsiloed experience between nostr apps
• were trying to create a town square, so we need to deal with spam
• social media platforms have stagnated a bit, nostr is innovating far more quickly

panel: Transactions As Bitcoin’s Key Growth Metric

• Stephan nilov
  • classical developers don’t know about money and bitcoin development is harder
  • total addressable market is highest in btc, biggest number of possible users
  • bitcoin companies don’t benefit from tokens that are typically exchanged for vc money
  • users are not looking for payments, they are looking for digital property and other things that Ethereum network offers
• Stephan Livera
  • there is a known, slow pace at which bitcoin will be adopted
  • btc market is only 1.2 trillion dollars compared to USD 30 trillion

talk: Making Bitcoin Quantum Resistant by hunter beast

• surmount.systems
• explaining the threat of quantum computing
• problems
  • key size: larger signature required
  • proposal: transaction field attestation
  • 256 bit number key, possibility to factor the private key out of this
• introducing p2qrhash
  • segwitv3
  • satoshishield
• in layman terms:
  • quantum safe upgrades to bitcoin protocol are proposed
  • we need to introduce a software upgrade
  • requires a soft fork, opt in
• possible advantages of quantum in crypto
  • allow us to sign signatures in a way that is unbreakable
• 514 qubits are needed to break something

talk: Lightning and AI: Where the Bots Pay You by michael levin

• two use cases for bitcoin adoption
  • people that don’t have access to fiat
  • things that can’t be handled by fiat systems
• large language models
  • current phase: big adoption
  • next phase: agentic ai
• costs of ai
  • compute 400% more (ben bajarin)
  • algorithm training excess 10 billion dollars
  • data
• costs implications
  • cost of serving answers is 0
  • cost of serving ai query is not 0
  • cost for everyone in the world
• payments in AI
  • now
    • pay per call
  • data
  • accessibility
  • agents
    • agents must be able to do things that cost money
• payment system for AI
  • globally accessible
  • near instant
  • final settlement
  • internet native
  • authentication mechanism
    • personalise access (simple queries for lower tier model)
  • easy to implement
• L402 protocol
  • 402 payment required in http spec
• reverse proxy to have 402 in front of APIs
  • aperture is lightning labs implementation
• all available right now, adoption starting
  • fewsats, sulu, open agents / plebai
  • pay with lightning
• challenges
  • do these payments with stablecoins instead of lightning (hence taproot assets protocol)
• cases
  • agent bots can pay for real world resources
  • taproot assets issue assets on bitcoin allow transfer of
• references
  • L402.org

talk: Bitcoin is Cypherpunk by Aaron van Wirdum

• is bitcoin still Cypherpunks ?
• on one hand we see a push to regulation and frameworks to govern btc
• on the other hand we are arresting developers for writing code

pitches: Bitcoin Amsterdam Pitch Day: Presented by GoBTC

• umoja
  • ceo Robby greenfield
  • LST smartcoin, deflationary by design
  • competes with pools such as lido and rocket pool, but supports multiple coins, including liquid hashrate
    • 30% liquid hashrate returns (!)
  • compliance micah
  • disaster scenarios
    • black swan event → automatic exit out
• magisat
  • trading tools for mempool snipers
  • support for runes
  • volume on bitcoin nft’s is on certain days higher than nft’s on ethereum

panel: Crossing the Boundaries Between Bitcoin & Fiat

• Christian Rau (Mastercard) & Remi destigny (bitrefill )
  • liberation is great, but protocols don’t take customer service into account, chargebacks and rewinding mistakes etc
  • we aim to smooth process by issuing cards that sell your Bitcoin just in time on the backend

talk: Gold & Bitcoin: Friends, Not Foes by Paul Buitink

• premise “the financial system is crumbling”
  • there is too much debt
  • emerging markets lost confidence in western currencies
• freezing Russian assets is shooting ourselves in the foot, as it shows the world you might not want to hold too many dollars that can be easily seized
• record gold buying by central banks in 2022 2023 2024
• gold: 17 trillion marker cap, compared to bitcoin 1.3 trillion

talk: Austrian Economics, Hard Money & Bitcoin Cycles, Willem Middelkoop

• ”we are on the road towards hyper inflation and collapse of financial system”
  • central bankers are pretty smart and very aware
  • this is why they accumulate gold
• when system collapses, central bankers will play the gold card, not the bitcoin card
• US is preparing for big conflict with Russia and china
  • then you can’t use IMF monetary reset
• Asia leadership is the same as US and Russian leadership: they want to stay on control
  • all have about similar gold (per Capita) in their central banks vaults to avoid hyperinflation
• IMF said to el salvador: you need to reign down your bitcoin position
• once central bankers start diversifying (e.g. to bitcoin ) they will strain their own system. The incentives are against adopting bitcoin
• watch out for when on and offramp get blocked / repressed
  • think about diversifying to Dubai, “the new switzerland"
• "bitcoin is the best money ever. fact”
  • superior to gold, because you can store your wealth independant of location
  • more scarce than gold
  • but from central bank point of view, gold is superior to bitcoin
  • younger generation gets this from the start

talk: The Future Will Be Bitcoinized by Elizabeth stark & Rockstar Dev

• stablecoins
  • taproot assets protocol
  • there is a demand for stablecoins and apps on stablecoins
  • 11 trillion dollars in stablecoins
• protocol allows payments in other assets such as stablecoins that use bitcoin/lightning liquidity
  • Elizabeth believes this allows stablecoiners to get interested in the underlying bitcoin layer
• Available now:
  • bridging tether and lightning

products stumbled upon

• Meshtastic
• Flipper
• Noderunners led matrix panel
• 21energy bitcoin heater (1k s9, 3,5k s19)
• angor.io by dangershony on nostr
• bitcoinclock by Djuri

canonical link: https://notes.peterpeerdeman.nl/Bitcoin-Amsterdam-2024

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/724785

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Bitcoiners and Libertarians in India are in the minority - ridiculed, dismissed and laughed at as being a bunch of irrelevant nuts being influenced and manipulated by some nonsensical 'western' ideas like natural rights, natural law, economic freedom, individual liberty and financial sovereignty.

This will not always be the case.

A mistake that those who dismiss us make is to think that folks like us are merely influenced by lies, deceit, propaganda and manipulation.

Rather, what we simply did was to search for truth, beauty, morality and goodness. We tried to articulate them and live with the goal of their achievement. Doing this took us down a rabbit hole that went beyond just Bitcoin and Libertarianism as an alternative asset and a political ideology respectively. They slowly turned into a way of life for us as we started improving and educating ourselves individually. We understood what fiat money, statism and collectivism does to our minds, wealth, culture, society and economy. We recognised the subtle lies and deceit that pervades our lives.

A bigger mistake would be to think that ideas of natural rights, natural law, individual liberty, economic freedom and financial sovereignty are nonsensical or 'western' in character.

Natural rights to life, liberty and property derived from the natural law are universal to every human being. They are built on the foundations of reason and logic. They exist even if a coercive or manipulative authority proclaims that they don't, be it a state leader, religious zealot or university intellectual. From this foundation, the push towards individual liberty, economic freedom and financial sovereignty emerges. There is no stronger foundation than that of reason and logic.

The only criticism that can be valid against people like us would be that we are 'irrelevant' or less in number.

But being less in number cannot undermine the kind of impact that people like us can have. For the first time in the subcontinent's long history, individuals who advocate for natural rights and natural law have a chance of becoming financially sovereign and economically free, thanks to Bitcoin and the internet. These tools help us clear a path on which we can pursue our self-interests, aims, needs and goals in a way that is moral and ethical, without relying on the State apparatus, which requires us to lie, cheat, coerce, bribe or manipulate. We can form economic relationships based on trust and voluntary cooperation and make economic decisions based on capital accumulation and low time preference savings and investment.

We have the ability to create what Vaclav Havel would call a 'parallelopolis' - a parallel and moral society with an economy that is outside the realm of State control and regulatory capture. Feasibly so.

We have the ability to create a property base on which we can build our own lives first and then look to build a better society after. It won't be long before people start noticing what we are doing and listening to what we are saying.

The possibility and capability of people like us, less in number as we may be, to create such a property base is the reason we cannot be ridiculed, dismissed or laughed at.

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NIPs (Nostr Implementation Possibilities) are technical specifications that Nostr developers create to define how specific event types and tags are used. These can be written before or after the feature is implemented and often go through multiple revisions before becoming stable enough to matter. Once two or more clients fully implement the proposal, it is merged into the main repository. This process ensures that while new ideas are encouraged, they are also rigorously reviewed and tested.

There are generally two paths for NIPs: 1. New Ideas, when developers just have a hunch on a new solution and want to quickly write something up to gather feedback from the community. These are my favorite NIPs because they generally introduce a new way of thinking about a problem we are all having. And because they are not just a general solution, but a specific proposal, it allows us to see the entire picture in just a few paragraphs. Even though they are my favorite, they are quite "green" and usually spur 2-3 separate solutions in following PRs by different authors. 2. Existing implementations that need to explain what they are doing. These happen when a client is already running the code in production and simply wants to explain to the rest of the community how to generate and interpret the events the client is creating. These NIPs start much more stable than the former and allow for fewer changes, but because there is already an implementation available, it's a market-tested solution that might just need a few adjustments before others start implementing it.

Well-written specs ensure clarity, reduce ambiguity, and help developers implement the proposal consistently. The text should be VERY short, precise, prescriptive, and actionable by other devs. Start by introducing the new kind or tag in the first sentence and jump straight into a mockup of how the event looks like. The mockup should be self-explanatory and provide clues to what the remaining of the document will talk about. Some folks like to add long/verbose introductions, conclusions, and discussions of the reasons why the NIP is needed or why certain features are there. But those are largely unnecessary and are more appropriate to be placed in the body of the Pull Request descriptor.

Start your NIP with the following template:

``` NIP- ======