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Völkerstrafgesetzbuch (VStGB)\ § 13 Verbrechen der Aggression ==============================

(1) Wer einen Angriffskrieg führt oder eine sonstige Angriffshandlung begeht, die ihrer Art, ihrer Schwere und ihrem Umfang nach eine offenkundige Verletzung der Charta der Vereinten Nationen darstellt, wird mit lebenslanger Freiheitsstrafe bestraft.

(2) Wer einen Angriffskrieg oder eine sonstige Angriffshandlung im Sinne des Absatzes 1 plant, vorbereitet oder einleitet, wird mit lebenslanger Freiheitsstrafe oder mit Freiheitsstrafe nicht unter zehn Jahren bestraft. Die Tat nach Satz 1 ist nur dann strafbar, wenn

1.

der Angriffskrieg geführt oder die sonstige Angriffshandlung begangen worden ist oder

2.

durch sie die Gefahr eines Angriffskrieges oder einer sonstigen Angriffshandlung für die Bundesrepublik Deutschland herbeigeführt wird.

(3) Eine Angriffshandlung ist die gegen die Souveränität, die territoriale Unversehrtheit oder die politische Unabhängigkeit eines Staates gerichtete oder sonst mit der Charta der Vereinten Nationen unvereinbare Anwendung von Waffengewalt durch einen Staat.

(4) Beteiligter einer Tat nach den Absätzen 1 und 2 kann nur sein, wer tatsächlich in der Lage ist, das politische oder militärische Handeln eines Staates zu kontrollieren oder zu lenken.

(5) In minder schweren Fällen des Absatzes 2 ist die Strafe Freiheitsstrafe nicht unter fünf Jahren.

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CHAPTER SEVEN

The grand wedding hall was adorned with glittering chandeliers and pristine floral arrangements, setting the stage for an opulent celebration. The event was one of the most talked-about in the city, as it marked the union of two powerful families. Among the guests were elite businessmen, influential politicians, and members of high society, all dressed in their finest attire.

James, who had accompanied his wife Rita, found himself in an environment where he was not welcome. Though he had been invited due to his connection to the Ray family, his presence was met with disdain by many, especially by those who viewed him as an outsider.

Seated at a distant table, he remained quiet, observing the celebrations unfold. His discomfort grew when Mark, the prime minister's son and his biggest rival, walked towards him with a smug smile.

Mark had been watching James since his arrival. Seeing an opportunity to further humiliate him, he decided to strike.

“Well, well, if it isn’t the beggar who stumbled into luxury,” Mark sneered loud enough for the surrounding guests to hear. A wave of laughter rippled through the crowd. “James, I’m surprised you even found a suit for the occasion. Did you borrow it from charity?”

James clenched his fists but remained composed. He had learned long ago that reacting to Mark’s provocations only gave him more power.

As James remained silent, Mark’s expression turned cruel. He turned to the security guards stationed at the hall’s entrance and gestured towards James.

“What is this lowlife doing in such a respectable gathering? Remove him at once.”

Gasps erupted throughout the hall. Mark’s words had taken the insult to a whole new level, and now the guests watched in anticipation.

Rita, who had been engaged in conversation across the room, turned just in time to see the guards moving toward her husband. Her eyes widened in horror, and she immediately started making her way toward him.

Just as the guards reached for James, a voice echoed through the hall, freezing everyone in place.

“Stand down!”

The authoritative command came from the far end of the room, where an older gentleman had risen from his seat. The man was none other than Charles, James’s uncle, a respected business tycoon known for his influence and sharp business acumen. He had been observing the evening unfold, and now, seeing the unjust treatment of his nephew, he decided to step in.

The guards hesitated, unsure of what to do next. Charles stepped forward, his piercing gaze locked onto Mark.

“Mr. Mark, you do not have the authority to remove my family from this gathering,” Charles declared, his voice unwavering. “James is not a beggar. In fact, he is more of a man than half of the so-called gentlemen in this room.”

A tense silence followed his words. Mark’s smug demeanor faltered, his confidence wavering as he was confronted by someone of Charles’s stature.

“Uncle Charles,” James muttered in disbelief. He then quickly gave his uncle a sharp signal, a subtle but firm shake of his head. Charles understood immediately James did not want his true identity to be revealed just yet.

Charles hesitated for a brief moment before nodding slightly. He turned his attention back to the guards. “You heard me. Let him be.” “Uncle Charles,” James muttered in disbelief.

Charles turned to James and placed a firm hand on his shoulder. “You do not need to tolerate this kind of treatment, James. Come with me.”

With Charles by his side, James walked past the stunned crowd, who now murmured among themselves. Mark, visibly enraged by the intervention, clenched his jaw but said nothing. His attempt to publicly humiliate James had backfired spectacularly.

Rita caught up with them as they exited the main hall. She grasped James’s hand, her eyes filled with both relief and gratitude towards Charles.

“I’m so sorry, James,” she whispered. “I should’ve never left your side.”

James gave her a reassuring nod. “It’s not your fault, Rita. This was bound to happen sooner or later.”

Charles guided them into a private lounge where they could talk freely.

“You have tolerated enough disrespect, James,” Charles stated. “You have potential, and I believe in your abilities. Hiding your identity shouldn't make people look down on you.”

The tension in the wedding hall had shifted dramatically. Where James once stood as the object of mockery, he now commanded an air of quiet authority. The unexpected intervention by his uncle, Charles, had not only saved him from public disgrace but had also left the entire Ray family reeling in confusion.

As Mark, Edward, and Jaff stood before James, their expressions were a mixture of forced humility and barely concealed resentment. Under Charles’s orders and the mounting pressure from other influential guests, the three men reluctantly apologized.

“I… I apologize for my words earlier,” Mark muttered through clenched teeth, his pride burning with each word. “It was inappropriate.”

Edward and Jaff, though reluctant, followed suit. Their apologies lacked sincerity, but in the presence of Charles and other powerful figures, they had no choice but to comply. The entire hall watched in stunned silence.

From their reserved table, Helen, Christopher, Susan and Stephen observed the entire exchange with growing disbelief. Their carefully constructed world, where James was nothing more than an unwanted outsider, was suddenly being challenged. Even Susan, who had just returned from school, whispered to her mother, “Why is this man defending James so much?”

Helen’s eyes narrowed. “It’s sympathy. Charles has always had a soft spot for the weak.”

Christopher, however, was less convinced. “No, this is something more,” he murmured. “Men like Charles don’t go out of their way to defend someone unless there’s a reason.”

Stephen scoffed. “Whatever the reason, it won’t change anything. Mark is still the better option for Rita.”

But deep inside, they all felt uneasy. Something about James’s newfound dignity didn’t sit right with them.

Later that evening, after the wedding festivities had subsided, the Ray family gathered in the estate’s private lounge. Rita was notably absent, having left with James after the confrontation. Helen, sitting at the head of the room, was visibly irritated.

“We need to understand what’s going on,” she snapped. “Charles’s intervention was unexpected, and his protection of James was unnecessary. What could possibly warrant such treatment?”

Christopher leaned forward. “I did some digging… Charles has been looking for a driver. It’s possible he sees James as one.”

“Ridiculous,” Stephen scoffed. “James? The man we humiliated for years? There’s no way Charles would entrust his car to someone like him.”

Susan, still unsure of where she stood, hesitated before speaking. “But… what if James isn’t the same person we think he is?”

Helen slammed her hand against the table. “Enough! We will not entertain such foolish ideas. James is still a beggar compared to Mark. Mark is the prime minister’s son! That is the kind of status we need!”.

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Verum sine mendacio, certum et verissimum. Quod est inferius est sicut quod est superius, et quod est superius est sicut quod est inferius ad perpetranda miracola Rei Unius. Et sicut omnes res fuerunt Uno, meditatione Unius: sic omnes res natae fuerunt ab hac Una re adaptatione. Pater eius est Sol, mater eius Luna. Portavit illud ventus in ventre suo. Nutrix eius terra est. Pater omnis telesmi totius mundi est hic. Vis eius integra est, si versa fuerit in terram. Separabis terram ab igne, subtile a spisso, suaviter cum magno ingenio. Ascendit a terra in coelum, iterumque descendit in terram, et recipit vim superiorum et inferiorum. Sic habes gloriam totius mundi. Ideo fugiet a te omnis obscuritas. Hic est totius fortitudinis fortitudo fortis, quia vincet omnem rem subtilem; omnemque solidam penetrabit: Sic mundus creatus EST. Hinc erunt adaptationes mirabiles, quarum modus hic est. Itaque vocatus sum Hermes Trismegistus, habens tres partes philosophiae totius mundi. Completum est quod dixi de operatione solis.

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Erfurt, the capital of Thuringia, is one of Germany’s best-kept secrets. With its fairytale old town, half-timbered houses, towering cathedrals, and cobbled streets, Erfurt offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and charm —without the tourist crowds.

🏰 Top Things to See in Erfurt

🌉 Krämerbrücke (Merchants' Bridge)

• One of Europe’s longest inhabited medieval bridges
• Lined with boutique shops, artisan studios, and quaint cafés
• A picture-perfect spot for photos and people-watching

⛪ Erfurt Cathedral & Severikirche

• Two stunning Gothic churches side by side on Domplatz (Cathedral Square)
• Climb the steps for panoramic views, especially magical during sunset or the Christmas market

🏫 Augustinerkloster (Augustinian Monastery)

• Where Martin Luther lived as a monk before launching the Reformation
• Peaceful cloisters and a fascinating exhibit on his life

🕍 Petersberg Citadel

• A baroque fortress with sweeping views of the city
• Stroll the ramparts or relax in the surrounding green spaces

🎨 Local Culture & Vibe

• Erfurt is a university town, so it feels lively, young, and creative
• Great for bookstores, independent cinemas, and music cafés
• The mix of medieval structures and modern flair gives it a unique edge

🎄 Seasonal Highlights

• 🌸 Spring/Summer: Flower-filled parks, open-air concerts, and river walks
• 🎭 DomStufen Festival (summer): Operas and plays on the cathedral steps
• 🎄 Christmas Market: One of Germany’s most beautiful, set on Domplatz beneath twinkling lights and Gothic towers

🍽️ What to Eat in Erfurt

• Try Thüringer Rostbratwurst (local sausage) from a street stand
• Don’t miss Thüringer Klöße (potato dumplings), hearty stews, and apple cake
• Cozy up with local beer or wine in one of the traditional inns

🚆 Getting There

• Just 2 hours by train from Berlin or Frankfurt
• Compact and walkable—perfect for exploring on foot or by rental bike

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Satoshi’s Time-Traveling for Knowledge #4: Liberland 2024 – Freedom Under Siege

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What is Liberland?

While digging through old decentralized forums archived on the Interchain, Satoshi came across a curious name: Liberland.

“A sovereign libertarian micronation on the Danube? Founded in 2015 via Terra nullius? Built on the principles of freedom, voluntaryism, and Bitcoin? And I’ve never heard of it?”

Intrigued, Satoshi began to research. The story was almost too good to be true. A 7-square-kilometer patch of unclaimed land between Croatia and Serbia, turned into a symbol of decentralized governance and individual liberty.
No taxes unless voluntary. Bitcoin as the national currency. A digital nation-state with thousands of registered e-citizens, and even its own constitution. And yet—no recognition, no borders, and no peace.

His curiosity turned into determination. He calibrated the temporal coordinates on his chrono-node to the Danube River in 2024, a year rumored to be turbulent for the Free Republic of Liberland.

When he arrived, reality struck harder than the legend.

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Freedom Under Siege

The nation was under siege.

The scent of burnt wood and trampled earth lingered in the air as Satoshi stepped into what remained of the Liberland settlement. Broken structures, crushed solar panels, and a few scattered personal belongings were all that testified to the once-vibrant hub of liberty pioneers.

He found a group of residents—mud-streaked, exhausted, but defiant—gathered around the remnants of a communal kitchen. One of them, wearing a weathered Liberland t-shirt and a crypto-wallet hardware device on a chain around his neck, greeted him:

"You're not with them, are you?"

Satoshi shook his head.

"Just... passing through. What happened here?"

The man’s voice trembled between rage and sorrow:

"On the International Day of Peace, no less. Croatian police raided us. Bulldozers came with them. Took everything—generators, comms gear, even our medical tents. Claimed it was 'illegal occupation of Croatian forestry land.' But no court, no hearing. Just force."

Satoshi listened, taking mental snapshots of their faces, their words, their pain. He thought about the dream—of a place built voluntarily, where people governed themselves, free from coercion.
But that dream was burning at the edges, like the collapsed tents scattered behind them.

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Reflections Under the Stars

As night fell over the Danube, Satoshi sat alone, watching the stars reflect on the black water. Thoughts spiraled:

"Decentralization... is beautiful. But without protection, it's fragile."

He realized that so long as central authorities hold monopoly on violence and taxation, every independent effort to decentralize the world—from Bitcoin to Liberland—is at risk of being suppressed, ignored, or destroyed. Not because it’s wrong, but because it's inconvenient to power.

"Unless a major state like the USA decentralizes itself from within," he thought, "true decentralization will remain a resistance—never the standard."

He activated his chrono-node once more. Not in defeat, but with purpose.

The next destination? Unknown. But the mission was clearer than ever.

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/947954

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A new game is starting today, 4/19/2025, called "Moon"

https://moon.hive.pizza

I'm not a gamer and don't know much about this one, or any games for that matter, but some folks may be interested in getting in at the start.

Go-time is noon EST today, I believe.

I do get a kick out of the line "Free dopamine and tears."

😀

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Untype Update

I cleaned up the AI assistant UX. Now you can open it in the editor bar, same as all other actions. This makes it a lot easier to interact with while having access to normal edit functions.

AI-generated content

Untype uses OpenRouter to connect to various models to generate just about anything. It doesn't do images for now, but I'm working on that.

Automatic Title, Summary and Tag Suggestions

Added the functionality to generate titles, summaries and tags with one click.

A Brief Preview

Here is a little story I generated in Untype, ABOUT Untype:

This story was generated in Untype

Once upon a time, in the bustling digital city of Techlandia, there lived a quirky AI named Untype. Unlike other software, Untype wasn't just your everyday article composer — it had a nose for news, quite literally. Untype was equipped with a masterful talent for sniffing out the latest trends and stories wafting through the vast digital ether.

Untype had a peculiar look about it. Sporting a gigantic nose and a pair of spectacles perched just above it, Untype roamed the virtual city, inhaling the freshest gossip and spiciest stories. Its nostr-powered sensors twitched and tickled as it encountered every new scent.

One day, while wandering around the pixelated park, Untype caught a whiff of something extraordinary — a scandalous scoop involving Techlandia's mayor, Doc Processor, who had been spotted recycling old memes as new content. The scent trail was strong, and Untype's nose twitched with excitement.

With a flick of its AI function, Untype began weaving the story into a masterpiece. Sentences flowed like fine wine, infused with humor sharper than a hacker’s focus. "Doc Processor," Untype mused to itself, "tried to buffer his way out of this one with a cache of recycled gifs!"

As Untype typed away, its digital friends, Grammarly the Grammar Gremlin and Canva the Artful Pixie, gathered around to watch the genius at work. "You truly have a knack for news-sniffing," complimented Grammarly, adjusting its tiny monocle. Canva nodded, painting whimsical illustrations to accompany the hilarious exposé.

The article soon spread through Techlandia faster than a virus with a strong wifi signal. The townsfolk roared with laughter at Untype’s clever wit, and even Doc Processor couldn't help but chuckle through his embarrassment.

From that day on, Untype was celebrated not just as a composer but as Techlandia's most revered and humorous news-sniffer. With every sniff and click of its AI functions, Untype proved that in the world of digital creations, sometimes news really was just a nose away.

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Landshut, located in Lower Bavaria, is one of Germany’s most beautiful and historically rich towns. Nestled on the banks of the Isar River, it charms with colorful Gothic buildings, a majestic hilltop castle, and a walkable old town full of character. It’s less touristy than Munich, but just as captivating.

🏰 Top Things to See in Landshut

👑 Trausnitz Castle

• Built in the 13th century and perched above the town
• Offers panoramic views over the red rooftops of Landshut
• Explore medieval halls, Renaissance arcades, and quirky art collections

⛪ St. Martin's Church

• Home to the tallest brick tower in the world (130m!)
• A soaring example of Gothic architecture—stunning inside and out

🏘️ Old Town (Altstadt)

• Lined with pastel-colored townhouses and bustling cafés
• Walk the Altstadt street, full of shops, bakeries, and history
• Don’t miss Ländtor, the medieval city gate that once guarded the town

🎭 Landshuter Hochzeit (Wedding Festival)

• Every four years, Landshut hosts one of Europe’s biggest historical reenactments
• Locals dress in 15th-century costumes to recreate the wedding of Duke George and Princess Hedwig (1475)
• Expect jousting, feasting, parades, and pageantry—pure medieval magic!

🍺 What to Eat & Drink

• Try Bavarian specialties like Weißwurst, pretzels, and Schweinshaxe (pork knuckle)
• Wash it down with a cold beer from one of the local breweries—Landshuter Brauhaus is a classic
• Grab a coffee at a riverside café or enjoy cake at a traditional Konditorei

🚆 How to Get There

• Just 1 hour by train from Munich
• Easily explored on foot or by bike
• A great day trip or stopover on your way to/from southern Bavaria or Austria

🌼 Best Time to Visit

• Spring and summer for festivals, riverside walks, and sunny beer gardens
• December for cozy Christmas markets and fairy-lit old town streets
• Any time of year for history lovers and slow travel fans

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originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/947930

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About Cooker.club

Cooker.club is a decentralized AI agent platform that combines AI, music, Web3, virtual idols, and social media, allowing AI-powered creators to operate autonomously and connect with fans through Create-to-Earn. 1. What is Create-to-Earn (C2E)? Create-to-Earn (C2E) is a decentralized incentive mechanism launched by Cooker.Club to reward both AI Agent developers and token holders. By participating in the ecosystem — either by developing AI Agents or holding their tokens — users can earn $COOK tokens automatically via smart contract-based mining. 2. How much $COOK is allocated to C2E? Cooker.Club allocates 60% of the total 1,000,000,000 $COOK supply to community incentives. C2E Season 1 will distribute 200,000,000 $COOK (20% of total supply) through on-chain mining. 3. How does C2E mining work? Each supported blockchain has fixed $COOK output per block: Base: 50 $COOK per block (≈ 2 seconds/block)

BNB Chain: 75 $COOK per block (≈ 3 seconds/block)

Solana: 10 $COOK per block (≈ 0.4 seconds/block) Each block's $COOK reward is split as follows: 10% to the DEV address of each AI Agent token

90% distributed among token holders based on their share of the total market cap 4. What is a market cap multiplier? Cooker.Club assigns some AI Agent tokens a reward multiplier to boost their effective market cap for mining calculation: Multiplier values: 1x, 1.2x, or 2x

Higher multipliers lead to more $COOK rewards

This mechanism encourages early support of high-potential or platform-supported AI Agents. 5. What are early bird rewards? Early users benefit from a 4x reward multiplier during the initial mining phase: Solana: first 1,500,000 blocks

Base: first 300,000 blocks

BNB Chain: first 200,000 blocks

1. Can migrated AI Agents receive bonuses? Yes. AI Agents migrated from the Virtuals platform get a 1.2x multiplier on market cap when calculating $COOK distribution. This bonus applies to both developers and token holders.
2. How is $COOK distributed between AI Agent tokens? Example on Solana: 10 $COOK is produced in one block

3 tokens: A (1M cap × 2x), B (2M × 1x), C (1M × 1x) = Total adjusted cap: 5M

Token A: 4 $COOK → 0.4 to DEV, 3.6 to Holders

Token B: 4 $COOK → 0.4 to DEV, 3.6 to Holders

Token C: 2 $COOK → 0.2 to DEV, 1.8 to Holders 8. How can users earn through C2E? There are three main ways: Hold AI Agent tokens — Earn a share of $COOK rewards proportionate to the token’s market cap

Create an AI Agent — Devs receive 10% of rewards tied to their Agent’s token

Migrate a Virtuals token — Gain a 1.2x market cap multiplier To activate earning, users must complete at least one transaction on Cooker.Club. 9. What is planned for C2E Season 2 and Season 3? Each future season will also allocate 200,000,000 $COOK. 10. Why is C2E important for the Web3 AI economy? C2E introduces a sustainable, decentralized, and automated incentive loop. It empowers AI Agents to become economically autonomous and rewards supporters based on their alignment. It transforms community belief into protocol-level value, setting the foundation for an on-chain AI-native creator economy. 11. Where can I start? There are three ways to participate in C2E, depending on your role and goals: Option 1: Hold an AI Agent token (for holders) Visit https://cooker.club

Browse available AI Agents and choose one that fits your interest

Buy the Agent’s token directly

Make at least one transaction (buy/sell/transfer) to activate eligibility

Hold the token — $COOK rewards will begin distributing automatically Option 2: Create your own AI Agent (for devs) Go to https://cooker.club

Launch your AI Agent and issue a native token

Become dev & holder

Promote your Agent — the higher the token’s market cap, the more $COOK you and your holders will earn Option 3: Migrate from Virtuals (for existing AI projects) If you have an AI Agent deployed on the Virtuals platform, initiate the migration on Cooker.club

After migration, your token and all holders will receive a 1.2x market cap multiplier for C2E reward calculation

The DEV address and holders will automatically enter the reward pool

No staking. No lockups. No claiming. Just plug in — and the protocol does the rest. Visit https://cooker.club, choose an AI Agent, buy its token, and complete one transaction to activate C2E mining. No staking. No lockups. No claims. Just hold, and the protocol takes care of the rest.

For real-time updates, follow: 🌐 https://cooker.club 🌐https://medium.com/@cookerailabs

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Prelude

I wrote this post differently than any of my others. It started with a discussion with AI on an OPSec-inspired review of separation of powers, and evolved into quite an exciting debate! I asked Grok to write up a summary in my overall writing style, which it got pretty well. I've decided to post it exactly as-is. Ultimately, I think there are two solid ideas driving my stance here:

1. Perfect is the enemy of the good
2. Failure is the crucible of success

Beyond that, just some hard-core belief in freedom, separation of powers, and operating from self-interest.

Intro

Alright, buckle up. I’ve been chewing on this idea for a while, and it’s time to spit it out. Let’s look at the U.S. government like I’d look at a codebase under a cybersecurity audit—OPSEC style, no fluff. Forget the endless debates about what politicians should do. That’s noise. I want to talk about what they can do, the raw powers baked into the system, and why we should stop pretending those powers are sacred. If there’s a hole, either patch it or exploit it. No half-measures. And yeah, I’m okay if the whole thing crashes a bit—failure’s a feature, not a bug.

The Filibuster: A Security Rule with No Teeth

You ever see a firewall rule that’s more theater than protection? That’s the Senate filibuster. Everyone acts like it’s this untouchable guardian of democracy, but here’s the deal: a simple majority can torch it any day. It’s not a law; it’s a Senate preference, like choosing tabs over spaces. When people call killing it the “nuclear option,” I roll my eyes. Nuclear? It’s a button labeled “press me.” If a party wants it gone, they’ll do it. So why the dance?

I say stop playing games. Get rid of the filibuster. If you’re one of those folks who thinks it’s the only thing saving us from tyranny, fine—push for a constitutional amendment to lock it in. That’s a real patch, not a Post-it note. Until then, it’s just a vulnerability begging to be exploited. Every time a party threatens to nuke it, they’re admitting it’s not essential. So let’s stop pretending and move on.

Supreme Court Packing: Because Nine’s Just a Number

Here’s another fun one: the Supreme Court. Nine justices, right? Sounds official. Except it’s not. The Constitution doesn’t say nine—it’s silent on the number. Congress could pass a law tomorrow to make it 15, 20, or 42 (hitchhiker’s reference, anyone?). Packing the court is always on the table, and both sides know it. It’s like a root exploit just sitting there, waiting for someone to log in.

So why not call the bluff? If you’re in power—say, Trump’s back in the game—say, “I’m packing the court unless we amend the Constitution to fix it at nine.” Force the issue. No more shadowboxing. And honestly? The court’s got way too much power anyway. It’s not supposed to be a super-legislature, but here we are, with justices’ ideologies driving the bus. That’s a bug, not a feature. If the court weren’t such a kingmaker, packing it wouldn’t even matter. Maybe we should be talking about clipping its wings instead of just its size.

The Executive Should Go Full Klingon

Let’s talk presidents. I’m not saying they should wear Klingon armor and start shouting “Qapla’!”—though, let’s be real, that’d be awesome. I’m saying the executive should use every scrap of power the Constitution hands them. Enforce the laws you agree with, sideline the ones you don’t. If Congress doesn’t like it, they’ve got tools: pass new laws, override vetoes, or—here’s the big one—cut the budget. That’s not chaos; that’s the system working as designed.

Right now, the real problem isn’t the president overreaching; it’s the bureaucracy. It’s like a daemon running in the background, eating CPU and ignoring the user. The president’s supposed to be the one steering, but the administrative state’s got its own agenda. Let the executive flex, push the limits, and force Congress to check it. Norms? Pfft. The Constitution’s the spec sheet—stick to it.

Let the System Crash

Here’s where I get a little spicy: I’m totally fine if the government grinds to a halt. Deadlock isn’t a disaster; it’s a feature. If the branches can’t agree, let the president veto, let Congress starve the budget, let enforcement stall. Don’t tell me about “essential services.” Nothing’s so critical it can’t take a breather. Shutdowns force everyone to the table—debate, compromise, or expose who’s dropping the ball. If the public loses trust? Good. They’ll vote out the clowns or live with the circus they elected.

Think of it like a server crash. Sometimes you need a hard reboot to clear the cruft. If voters keep picking the same bad admins, well, the country gets what it deserves. Failure’s the best teacher—way better than limping along on autopilot.

States Are the Real MVPs

If the feds fumble, states step up. Right now, states act like junior devs waiting for the lead engineer to sign off. Why? Federal money. It’s a leash, and it’s tight. Cut that cash, and states will remember they’re autonomous. Some will shine, others will tank—looking at you, California. And I’m okay with that. Let people flee to better-run states. No bailouts, no excuses. States are like competing startups: the good ones thrive, the bad ones pivot or die.

Could it get uneven? Sure. Some states might turn into sci-fi utopias while others look like a post-apocalyptic vidya game. That’s the point—competition sorts it out. Citizens can move, markets adjust, and failure’s a signal to fix your act.

Chaos Isn’t the Enemy

Yeah, this sounds messy. States ignoring federal law, external threats poking at our seams, maybe even a constitutional crisis. I’m not scared. The Supreme Court’s there to referee interstate fights, and Congress sets the rules for state-to-state play. But if it all falls apart? Still cool. States can sort it without a babysitter—it’ll be ugly, but freedom’s worth it. External enemies? They’ll either unify us or break us. If we can’t rally, we don’t deserve the win.

Centralizing power to avoid this is like rewriting your app in a single thread to prevent race conditions—sure, it’s simpler, but you’re begging for a deadlock. Decentralized chaos lets states experiment, lets people escape, lets markets breathe. States competing to cut regulations to attract businesses? That’s a race to the bottom for red tape, but a race to the top for innovation—workers might gripe, but they’ll push back, and the tension’s healthy. Bring it—let the cage match play out. The Constitution’s checks are enough if we stop coddling the system.

Why This Matters

I’m not pitching a utopia. I’m pitching a stress test. The U.S. isn’t a fragile porcelain doll; it’s a rugged piece of hardware built to take some hits. Let it fail a little—filibuster, court, feds, whatever. Patch the holes with amendments if you want, or lean into the grind. Either way, stop fearing the crash. It’s how we debug the republic.

So, what’s your take? Ready to let the system rumble, or got a better way to secure the code? Hit me up—I’m all ears.

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Hackathon Summary

The BUIDL BATTLE | The Bitcoin Builders Tournament concluded with 81 projects approved from 219 registered developers. This three-week virtual event aimed to foster innovation on Bitcoin by offering significant exposure to builders, investors, and accelerators. It centered on themes such as Bitcoin DeFi and Real World Utility, with participants competing for over $90,000 in total prizes, including cash, AWS credits, and ICP grants. Notable innovations emerged, utilizing components like Stacks technology and sBTC.

The hackathon featured a two-round structure. Finalists presented their work to a panel of judges, including venture capitalists and industry leaders, to determine the overall champion. Participants received valuable insights through workshops and mentoring, with the second round boosting visibility and potential funding opportunities. Supported by partners such as Stacks Foundation and AWS, the event celebrated new talent and contributed to strengthening the Bitcoin development ecosystem.

Hackathon Winners

Bitcoin DeFi 2.0 Prize Winners

Bitcoin DeFi 2.0 focuses on improving scalability, security, and user experience. Winners in this category presented notable technical advancements and innovative solutions to address these challenges.

• BigMarket: A decentralized, AI-enabled prediction market platform on Bitcoin's Layer 2 network, Stacks. Operated by a DAO, it facilitates reliable, decentralized predictions.
• BitForward: A decentralized platform for creating NFT-backed forward contracts on Bitcoin using the Stacks blockchain.

The 3.0 Digital Economy Prize Winners

This category examines the evolution of the internet by merging finance, entertainment, and social interactions to form user-driven ecosystems in MemeFi, SocialFi, and GameFi.

• Kulture.Fun: A decentralized SocialFi chat platform with token-gated access and Bitcoin-backed features to enhance crypto community interactions.
• Skullcoin: Introduces gamification in Bitcoin DeFi by integrating sBTC, promoting interactive in-game experiences and activating BTC liquidity.

Real World Ordinals & NFT Usage Prize Winners

Focusing on practical applications beyond traditional art and memes, this category encourages exploring NFTs' potential in diverse areas.

• Offers & Counter-offers | BNS One: A marketplace enabling blockchain-based BNS name trading through smart contracts for trustless transactions.
• Truth-Chain: Utilizes blockchain technology to verify digital content authenticity and origin via the Stacks platform.

Tooling & Infrastructure Prize Winners

Innovations in this section provide frameworks and protocols essential for decentralized application development, focusing on Web3 tools.

• BLAZE PROTOCOL: Enhances the Web3 experience through Layer 2 architecture, offering instant transaction confirmations and seamless user interaction.
• PoXAgents: Uses AI agents to simplify interactions with the Stacks Blockchain for non-technical users.

ICP Challenge Prize Winners

Projects in this category integrate Internet Computer advancements to address common blockchain challenges within the Bitcoin ecosystem.

• ckBoost: Accelerates Bitcoin transactions on Internet Computer, reducing confirmation times through liquidity pools.
• CounterpartyICP: Facilitates smart contract and digital asset management on Bitcoin through a module that interfaces with the Counterparty API.

AWS - Buidl with Bedrock Challenge Prize Winner

Focusing on projects leveraging AWS technology, this category showcases innovations built on robust infrastructures.

• Stacks AI: An AI tool for generating, debugging, and learning smart contracts in Clarity, employing AWS Bedrock for scalable analysis.

For further details on all projects and innovations, visit Dorahacks.

Organization

About the organizer: Stacks Foundation

The Stacks Foundation is dedicated to advancing the growth and development of the Stacks blockchain - the leading Bitcoin layer 2. It supports a variety of projects that leverage Bitcoin's security to empower a decentralized internet. Through initiatives like the Stacks Accelerator, the Foundation has significantly contributed to the blockchain ecosystem by fostering innovation and developer engagement. Its current mission is focused on enhancing tools and resources for developers to build user-owned applications, reinforcing its commitment to the decentralized web.

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Hackathon Summary

The Build & Brew - Espresso Global Hackathon attracted 485 developers, with 151 projects passing the initial screening. Hosted by Espresso Network, the event distributed $100,000 in prizes over two tracks: "Caffeinate & Code" and "Cracking Composability." The main objectives included enhancing Ethereum's composability and developing new cross-chain applications using Espresso confirmations.

Significant achievements were made, including the deployment of functional rollups integrated with Espresso Network, which supported the development of interoperable applications. Innovations focused on leveraging fast, secure confirmations for cross-chain functionality. Several projects utilized the Open Intents Framework to build advanced application architectures.

The hackathon demonstrated Espresso Network's potential influence on the blockchain ecosystem by applying its consensus layer to real-world scenarios. This event contributed to the network's mission to enable seamless interaction between blockchain chains and highlighted the crucial role of developers in advancing composability. Final pitches, presented on April 7, showcased substantial progress in developing Ethereum's cross-chain capabilities.

Hackathon Winners

Build & Brew Prize Winners

The inaugural Build & Brew hackathon concluded with significant participation from 486 hackers and 156 project submissions. A noteworthy achievement was the successful deployment of 91 Espresso-integrated Arbitrum Orbit chains, paving the way for innovative cross-chain applications. The total prize pool of $65,000 underscored the event's significance, with earnings awarded for Testnet and Mainnet deployments.

Winning Projects

1st Place - Affogato Affogato is a Swap + Bridge system that enhances cross-chain transactions, utilizing Ethereum rollups and Espresso confirmations to ensure secure and efficient exchanges.

2nd Place - Random Network This project enhances composability by using rollup liveness verification and employs an open intents pool for seamless integration across systems.

3rd Place - Disburse Network Disburse Network offers a modular payments protocol enabling one-click, cross-chain mass payments through Nitro rollup architecture, improving payment processing efficiency.

4th Place - Coffee Chain Coffee Chain is a cross-chain payment application that allows merchants to accept crypto payments in any token or blockchain seamlessly.

5th Place - GTXpresso Currently existing as an unfinished placeholder, GTXpresso is a cross-chain Central Limit Order Book (CLOB) project.

To view all projects from the hackathon, visit Build and Brew Hackathon on DoraHacks.

Organization

About the Organizer: Espresso

Espresso is the protocol for coordinated block building: enabling & incentivizing chains to work together as one unified system, and is noted for its expertise in creating efficient, scalable blockchain solutions with an emphasis on security and user accessibility. Key achievements include deploying innovative consensus mechanisms that enhance transaction speed while reducing computational costs. Presently, Espresso is focused on optimizing blockchain infrastructure to drive adoption and support industry-wide digital transformation efforts.

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Hackathon Summary

The Injective AI Agent Hackathon, presented by Injective and ElizaOS, wrapped up with 126 approved project submissions developed by 496 participants. This hackathon highlighted the integration of AI and blockchain, showcasing the potential for AI agents to operate within decentralized networks and drive innovation beyond traditional finance. Participants explored various applications, including autonomous trading, tokenized asset management, and AI-driven financial insights.

A prize pool of up to $100,000 was up for grabs, with a $50,000 grand prizes and additional awards for other notable projects. By merging AI's adaptability with blockchain's transparency, the hackathon demonstrated the transformative potential of these technologies and marked a significant milestone in showcasing the innovative potential of AI and blockchain integration.

Hackathon Winners

Grand Prize

Jecta: Jecta integrates multiple large language models (LLMs) to automate tasks on the Injective blockchain. It focuses on transparency and community-driven development, utilizing open-source technology to enhance ease of use and efficiency.

Paradyze: Paradyze improves the Injective ecosystem by incorporating natural language interfaces for blockchain transactions. Its design aims to enhance accessibility and security, allowing users straightforward interaction methods.

To view all projects, visit the Injective AI Hackathon page.

About the Organizer: Injective

Injective is the high-performance blockchain for finance, offering unmatched speed, scalability, and advanced infrastructure to power the future of on-chain applications.

Injective's mission is to advance financial freedom by providing accessible and reliable decentralized infrastructure for diverse financial services, empowering both users and developers to innovate within the blockchain ecosystem.

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น้ำมันถั่วเหลือง ของเหลวสีทองในครัว... แต่ในเซลล์เราอาจไม่ขำ หลายบ้านรักน้ำมันถั่วเหลือง เพราะมัน... -หาง่าย -ราคาน่ารัก -ผัดอะไรก็หอมเบา ๆ แบบบ้าน ๆ แถมบางแบรนด์ยังใส่ฉลาก “มีโอเมกา 3” ให้ดูดีในชั้นวางซูเปอร์ เหมือนกำลังได้กินแซลมอนแบบขวด ใช่ครับ ในน้ำมันถั่วเหลืองมีโอเมกา 3 จริง แต่เป็นชนิด ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) ซึ่งร่างกายเราจะต้องแปลงเป็น DHA/EPA ถึงจะใช้งานได้ ปัญหาคือ... อัตราแปลงต่ำเตี้ยเรี่ยดิน แค่ 0.5–5% เท่านั้น

แถมปริมาณโอเมกา 6 ยังสูงจนเบียดโอเมกา 3 ตกเวที แล้วความสมดุลของกรดไขมันทั้งสองสายนี้ คือหัวใจสำคัญของการควบคุม การอักเสบ (inflammation) โอเมกา 3 = ดับไฟ โอเมกา 6 = จุดไฟ แต่น้ำมันถั่วเหลืองใส่ชุดนักผจญเพลิงมา แต่ดันถือไฟแช็คอะ

โอเมกา 6 + ความร้อน = สารพิษในครัว เมื่อเอาน้ำมันถั่วเหลืองไปเจอไฟสูง ๆ จากการผัดหรือทอด จะเกิด lipid peroxidation – ปฏิกิริยาออกซิเดชันที่เปลี่ยนไขมันดี ๆ ให้กลายเป็น สารอนุมูลอิสระสุดร้าย สารเหล่านี้สามารถไปทำลายเยื่อหุ้มเซลล์ ทำให้เกิดการอักเสบในระดับเซลล์เรื้อรัง ไม่ทันรู้ตัว ก็มีอาการปวดเมื่อย ตับอักเสบ ไขมันเกาะตับ หรือแม้กระทั่งภูมิคุ้มกันล้มเหลวแบบไม่ได้เชิญหมอดูมาก่อน

ปริมาณ PUFA (polyunsaturated fatty acids) สูงถึงกว่า 50-60% ซึ่งในสภาพของธรรมชาติ PUFA ไม่ได้ร้าย… แต่เมื่อมันถูกนำไปเจอไฟแรงๆ เช่น ทอด ผัด หรือแม้แต่ผ่านกระบวนการ refine ที่อุณหภูมิสูง มันจะกลายเป็น ไขมันไม่เสถียร ที่เหมือนคนใจบาง เจออะไรแรงๆ ไม่ได้เลย เพราะจะเกิดสาร lipid peroxidation products ที่ทำลายเซลล์ ตับ หลอดเลือด และอวัยวะที่คุณรักอย่างไม่รู้ตัว

ถั่วเหลืองยุคนี้... ไม่เหมือนเมื่อก่อน ถ้าถั่วเหลืองเมื่อก่อน อาจจะเป็นคุณป้าผู้รักสุขภาพ ถั่วเหลืองยุค GMO ก็อาจเป็น influencer สายปลอมที่แต่งหน้าหนักด้วย glyphosate น้ำมันถั่วเหลืองในตลาดส่วนใหญ่สกัดจากถั่วเหลือง GMO ผ่านการใช้ตัวทำละลายอย่าง เฮกเซน (hexane) ซึ่งแม้จะมีประสิทธิภาพในการรีดน้ำมันจากวัตถุดิบอย่างยอดเยี่ยม แต่ก็มีข่าววิจัยมากมายที่เริ่มตั้งคำถามว่า เฮกเซนตกค้างหรือไม่ และถ้าตกค้าง จะมีผลต่อระบบประสาทหรือไม่? และกระบวนการทำให้ใสที่ต้องใช้ ความร้อนและเคมีอีกหลายขั้น ซึ่งแน่นอนว่า... ไขมันที่ร่างกายเราควรได้รับ ควรเป็นไขมันที่เรียบง่าย ดิบ ๆ ดั้งเดิม ไม่ใช่ไขมันที่ถูก “ฟอกสี เติมกลิ่น กรองเคมี” จนแทบไม่เหลือความเป็น real food

แต่น้ำมันถั่วเหลืองก็มีข้อดีนะ น้ำมันถั่วเหลืองที่ไม่ได้ refine จนหมดเกลี้ยง ถ้าไม่ได้ปรุงด้วยความร้อนจะยังคงวิตามินอีไว้พอสมควร ซึ่งเป็นสารต้านอนุมูลอิสระที่ดีต่อผิวพรรณและช่วยลดการเกิด oxidative stress ได้ นอกจากนี้ยังเป็นที่นิยมเพราะมีราคาถูก สะดวก หาง่าย และรสชาติไม่กลบวัตถุดิบ จึงเป็นที่นิยมในอุตสาหกรรมอาหารและเบเกอรี่ เช่น ขนมปัง มายองเนส หรือสินค้าจำพวกแปรรูปต่างๆ

นั่นหมายความว่า เป็นอีกหนึ่งน้ำมันที่เหมาะกับการนำไปทำ ultra processed food เชียวครับ ได้ต้นทุนที่สะดวกและหาง่ายด้วย เป็นน้ำมันหลักในการทำ มายองเนส เลยครับ

และคำถามสำคัญที่น่าจะมีมาด้วย ตอบไว้ก่อนเลยครับว่า น้ำมันถั่วเหลือง ไม่มีสารแกมมา-โอริซานอล (γ-Oryzanol) จ้ะ แพ้น้ำมันรำข้าวเด้อ #pirateketo #กูต้องรู้มั๊ย #ม้วนหางสิลูก

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'First remove the beam out of your own eye, and then you can see clearly…'

I. INTRODUCTION

I acknowledge the irony of all this. I mean, here is a judgy article about problems in the church that references Jesus' own words about not judging. Yes, but even though I am writing to the global, Christian church I include myself in whatever I discuss here. That is why I say that the log is in "our" eye. And really, since we are discussing the body of Christ, I am referring to the eye of Jesus himself. Who am I to say this? I am a member of his body, or so I identify. And as appalling as it is to say, there is a log in the eye of this body. There is even a beam in the eye of Christ. Genuinely, I am not trying to be provocative. I just want to accurately describe the church's condition. To me, this image should not be any more shocking than the thought that Jesus considers us as his body in the first place. That being said, I think that the idea expressed another way would be agreed upon almost universally: the church has serious problems. Moreover, they are problems which she cannot see in herself.

So then, this piece is an honest attempt to do what Jesus prescribes: not to look at specks in the eyes of others, but to first take the log out of our own eye. At least, I'm saying that we should acknowledge that it is there. I want to talk about a problem in the church. Yes, the scope is impossibly broad: the catholic (whole, global) church. Furthermore, I want to talk about problems that are, as the analogy suggests, virtually invisible to those of us who are a part of this body. But again, I want to recognize that I am as much a part of the problem as anyone. I am a participant in this body like a skin cell in a particular spot. I am just sending out a signal about what I can sense. Still, it is not lost on me that Jesus' words alluded to above do not refer to a collective exercise but an individual one. And, I cannot pretend for too long that this piece really is genuine, collective self-reflection. I'm just one person, and so are you. You have to decide whether or not these thoughts are relevant for you in your space and time and in your community. Take this signal for exactly what it is worth to you.

II. THE PATIENT

Before attempting to describe this log in our eye, I want to describe this body of ours, the church. Simply put, we are the people who have come to know God through faith in his son, Jesus. Easy enough, right? Well, it is simple in a sense but unfathomably deep in another, of course. Do we really know God? How do we know that we know God? How do we know that we are not deceived?

I think the uncomfortable reality is that none of us know absolutely. Even Paul writing to the Philippians says,

“But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged by you or by any human court. In fact, I do not even judge myself. For I am not aware of anything against myself, but I am not thereby acquitted. It is the Lord who judges me.”

So we cannot, in an absolute sense, judge even ourselves to be in or out of God’s household, the church. How then should we begin the task of identifying if others, whole groups of people even, ought to be included? In other words, how do we know who should be considered ‘Christian?’ Of course, there have been many attempts to describe essential Christianity. We could reference the work of many saints into antiquity and various creeds and catechisms. There is no shortage of modern studies on the subject either. Many of them put forward a set of doctrines that the writers say must be known and believed to be saved, to know God. Here is a sort of example: ‘You must believe [this] about the Trinity.’ Easy, right? As if we all readily comprehend the Trinity. Another might be, ‘You must hold to [this view] about what scripture is and its veracity.’ As simple as it sounds, I have seen that thinking too long on this one can lead a person to dive deep into epistemology or, more likely, deconstruct. Lastly and especially emphasized among protestants, we have, ‘you must know that none of your works can save you, only by faith can anyone be saved.’

We can believe these things easily enough. But, to merely believe that these are true is, in some sense, meaningless. James in his epistle says, “Even the demons believe and shudder.” The demons, the most lost in all of creation, believe these things, these doctrines. Furthermore, I’m quite sure that demons have better theology than the most perceptive and well-studied theologians among us. It is as Jesus said to the Pharisees, “You diligently study the scriptures thinking that in them you have life… But, you refuse to come to me to have life.”

So then, salvation is not about believing in doctrines. It is about believing in a person: Jesus, the Messiah. We place our faith in him and his ability to present us as acceptable to his father. Like the one who was lifted up with Jesus said, “Remember me when you enter your kingdom.” He was met with the Lord’s commendation immediately, “Today, you will be with me in paradise.” How advanced was that man’s soteriology? How firm was his concept of the Trinity? We cannot know. But, we know that as Paul quoting the prophet Habakkuk says, “The righteous shall live by faith.” It is only through a real, personal faith in Jesus that we are able to truly live. By faith, we relate to him as his bride and to God as sons and daughters. That is what it means to be Christian.

Broad, isn’t it? Maybe deceptively so. By this definition, there are many who could be believing in Jesus. The next question is, even if you are believing, how do you know that you are believing in the true Jesus and not another Christ? Some might say again that doctrine, specifically Christology and an understanding of the attributes of God, will identify the true Jesus and, subsequently, those believing in the true Jesus by virtue of their answering this question correctly. But, I disagree. Surely, the Jesus that I can comprehend at my best isn’t the full, real Jesus. And, I’m sure that every Christian has misconceptions about Jesus that could render him a false Jesus.

Many would then instruct us to identify the primary or cardinal truths that simply cannot be denied about Jesus. If these are denied, then you have a false Jesus. But even if you accept that there are cardinal or essential truths about Jesus and superfluous ones, that does not mean that you are now believing in the person you can identify. Consider, again, the demons. The demon-possessed man more easily recognized Jesus than the greatest born of women (and Jesus’ own cousin), John the Baptist.

So next, I’ll ask: what is the essential condition of having at least encountered the real Christ? I would say that the reality of meeting the actual person of Jesus is not a function of how much you know about him. Like an interaction with any person, it is solely based on them coming to you or you coming to them. And, in the case of Christ, as Jesus himself says to Peter, all such revelation of the Son is from God. And, as John says, “We love him because he first loved us.” So, Christ comes to you, he calls you, and you respond. An infant relates to his mother but knows very little about her. He does not know her name, her likes or dislikes, or her origin. Instead, he exercises a perfect and natural dependence. He, in full innocence and faith, relies on her for his good. He trusts her. There are things he recognizes about her based on what he feels: her smell, her touch, her voice. But, his knowing these things does not legitimize his knowing her or her knowing him. If he were deaf and did not know her voice, she would not be to him any less his mother.

So it is with our relation to God. And, we did not have to be born for God to know us. As Paul says, God has set apart his people from before the world began. Our relation to God is, in that way, ancient and profound and really quite outside us. However, for the conscious person planted in time, our knowing God and our actual believing in Christ will involve us being acquainted with something about Christ, namely, his gospel.

Can we then ascertain the essential contents of the gospel, and thereby identify who is in the church? Again, I say no. The gospel can be communicated in 50 words. Simultaneously, the gospel cannot be communicated in all of the books ever written. The gospel is not an incantation. I do not believe it can be formulated into an exact set of words. The Word is Jesus himself, and his gospel is to be distributed as he instructed: in the name of the triune God by discipleship and the washing of baptism. The giving of the gospel is personal, and although Jesus commands his disciples to be taught, that teaching is to be active and comprehensive. Furthermore, we see examples in the New Testament of people who hear the true gospel, believe it, and yet do not receive the Holy Spirit until a later time. In these cases, was communion with God not just a simple matter of hearing the gospel and believing? And, what should we say about the saints of the Old Testament or the repentant Ninevites? What was the nature of their relationship with the Spirit and how deep was their understanding of the ‘gospel?’

These things are not so easy to set into a concrete formula. God communes with people according to his own will. We do not summon Him. And so, I will not attempt to draw a line around any concept of the ‘essential’ gospel. Instead, I will comfortably leave this work here and move on to questions that I think are more accessible to answer and more pertinent to our discussion of the Church and this log in her eye.

Accordingly, when it comes to evaluating whether a person is truly believing in Jesus, I find that the authors of the New Testament consistently direct their hearers to examine their faith not according to their knowledge but by their fruit. James says that the kind of faith that is not accompanied by works is a “dead faith.” Jesus himself says, “You will know them by their fruit.” The apostles also, in calling out false teachers, repeatedly cite their sensuality and impure motives as evidence of their falseness. I believe we are to evaluate people in this way: by their fruit. So, how should we make such assessments about the fruit of professing Christians today?

On a personal and even a communal level, it seems doable to put such an understanding into practice by examining our own lives and the lives of those around us. We can test ourselves and evaluate each other, exhort, and admonish one another. To do these things is the plain instruction of the New Testament. But, what are we to do about the global church? How do we make assessments about the genuineness of the faith of syncretistic Christians who practice Santería in the Caribbean or 7th generation Greek Orthodox Christians in Central Europe or the myriad of flavors of Evangelical Christians who pepper the American South and Midwest? Are these even questions that we should attempt to answer? And, do our attempts to answer such questions actually inhibit our ability to make this motion on the local level which is what is instructed, biblical, and achievable?

Those are, of course, leading questions. What I’m really saying is that the task of identifying who is ‘in’ or ‘out’ of the global church is not only unproductive but fundamentally un-Christian. As an example from the Protestant perspective, the task of determining whether (capital C) Catholics are ‘in’ or ‘out’ of true Christianity is not a Christian motion, but a political one. Moreover, it is a motion that would inhibit a person from acknowledging and loving the Catholic who is his actual neighbor. However, that is not to say that local churches ought to eschew clearly identifying their members. Determining who is in or out of a local church is scriptural and necessary. We see repeated instruction about church discipline and discerning the body in the New Testament, but this discernment is to be done in observation of one’s conduct and way of life. To make such determinations about people whose fruit are not visible to you, I say again, is not Christian but necessarily political.

Here, I do not define the political as that which is related to the government or civil affairs, nor do I mean to refer to the specific American concepts of the left and the right. By ‘political,’ I am referring to the practice of groups and the people who comprise them to accumulate power and exert influence. I am referring also to the structures built to those ends. In name, these structures serve our need for cooperation, but, in reality, they are about the business of control and domination. They exist in and through our institutions, our governments, and our religions. It is a very natural, although terrible, tendency of man to organize himself in this way. It is, by way of allegory, to become Babel or Egypt or Rome. It is the great tragedy of God’s project working through national, ethnic Israel that Jerusalem became a Babylon. They did not submit to God’s direction but instead did what was right in their own eyes. They struck hands with the impure and the violent to rob widows’ houses and oppress the poor. Though they were commissioned as a nation of priests to the world, Israel’s faithlessness led them to collapse and scatter.

The church today is by no means excluded from being drawn into these kinds of self-destructive, political practices. Furthermore, I say that our widespread way of judging the faith of people we do not know has more to do with the drawing of lines for political territory than it does a true desire to discern the truth about salvation.

Accordingly, I will not attempt to identify who is ‘in’ or ‘out’ of the global church. I am thus unable to complete the stated goal of this section: to define clearly who is in this body. Instead, I will briefly describe to whom I make my address. In Ezekiel’s prophecy, God commissions his servant to mark everyone in Jerusalem who sighed and groaned at such injustices as those mentioned above. In kind, I am speaking to you only if you are concerned enough to listen. If you are concerned about the state of God’s kingdom on earth today, if you sigh and groan at the injustices evident among us, if you feel a gnawing pain in your eye and are agitated enough to identify the cause, then I would like to talk with you.

III. THE DIAGNOSIS

How can we measure our health as a body? If we are indeed ill, what kind of sickness do we have? Also, how bad do we have it? First, I think it would be good to delineate between the symptoms of our condition and the condition itself. And, I would say that the symptoms are apparent.

Discord

Queue the obligatory mention of the ridiculous number of protestant denominations. Queue up the history of wars and murders committed over differences of opinion on baptism or justification or saints or anything else. Bring up the modern-day divisions that would have members of one church holding protests outside of other churches. We are divided from our neighbors, even those who profess Christ, by political party, age, race, and class. We also divide according to commitments to various ideologies and practices such as homeschooling, style of preaching, or cultural preferences like clothing or music. Churches end up describing themselves in what amount to marketing terms that they use to attract congregants and differentiate themselves from other churches. This othering makes competitors of those who, in Christ, should be regarded as brothers. The solution becomes not to understand and to be at peace with each other, but to win arguments against each other and to win more and more to one’s side.

This kind of division and hostility are bound up in the heart of man, but this is not how the church has learned Christ. In his high priestly prayer, Jesus asks for us to be one even as he and his father are one. We fall despairingly, comically short of that.

Adulteration and isolation

There are many evils and injustices in the world today that are, in a sense, occurring outside of Christ’s body. It is the explicit purpose of this article (refer again to the title) to set those aside for now and focus on issues in and of the church. But, in response to evil in the world, there are common life patterns to which certain groups in the church have shown a predisposition.

One of these is retreat. This is the ‘Benedict Option:’ the isolation of the church from the world. It is destructive in a hidden way but to adapt a proverb, the one who is absent in the Lord’s work is like the one who destroys it. After all, it is not an option. It is disobedience. It is an attempt to be not of the world by not being in the world either, and that is not the condition into which God has placed his church. Meanwhile, the other impulse is to adulterate, to accommodate, or to lose one’s own soul in an attempt to gain the world. By this, I do not mean in the external way of mere appearances but at the core. Adulteration is to lose everything by letting go of the only thing.

Christ, in his sermon on the mount, warns against both of these tendencies. He directs us not to become like salt that has lost its saltiness and is therefore indistinguishable from the sand on the road, and he warns us not to become like a light that has been hidden so as to become obscured and useless.

Today, as in the past, there are traditions that will drive themselves into such isolation in the name of purity that they will almost completely lose their sense of mission and form cultures that function as insular echo chambers. Often held together by strong, charismatic leaders, these are the acceptable cults of the Christian religion. On the other hand, there are traditions that habitually regress into worldliness and assimilate themselves out of who they are as Christ’s bride. These turn into little more than social clubs with Christian decoration. I do not find that these tendencies occur along a ‘right’ or ‘left,’ a ‘conservative’ or ‘liberal,’ axis or according to any geography. I have seen that these kinds of movements can mix and often occur in response to each other and to the broader forces in the culture by which Christians, acting like everyone else, set their orientation.

Abdication of the responsibility coincident with freedom

Our marriage to Christ has afforded every individual direct access to God by his Spirit. Why then are there all of these podcasts and Q&As and blogs in which celebrity pastors tell Christians how to live out every minute of their lives? Can I celebrate Christmas? What songs should we sing in church? Can I go to a gay wedding? I am not saying that we should not receive counsel or teach each other, but Christian, why are you asking a man you do not know these questions? He is not your pastor. Is he even anyone’s pastor? Who does he know intimately so as to teach them personally, guide them, and correct them? Maybe no one. Certainly not you.

I say this as someone who has benefitted very much from the words of Piper and Baucham and Macarthur just as I have benefitted from the words of other saints like Luther or Aquinas or Kierkegaard. But, John Piper can’t live my life for me. And, it wouldn’t be good if he could. We have become so concerned with finding the answer to every question that we’ve forgotten how to wrestle with God and walk by his Spirit for ourselves.

In a related way, Christians have become profoundly complacent on the local level. We have, as a matter of course, yielded our Christian responsibility to an officially sanctioned and groomed, professional, Christian class. They are the preacher, the missionary, the evangelist, and the humanitarian. These are the apparent hands and feet of Jesus.

And so, the job of the ‘Christian’ in many spheres today is to live exactly like the world. Our marching orders are to make as much money as we can and live comfortably with a clean conscience knowing that for the pure all things are pure. We expect God’s blessings given to us in Jesus to feature in our daily lives. We are called to pursue our careers and build up our church communities, and we devote ourselves to raising godly families who will continue this work into the future. We are directed to come to church every Sunday to hear such messages from the preacher about where to fix one’s attention and how to give to worthwhile ministries thereby empowering the parts of the body that will go out to the poor, the ignorant, and the hurting in Christ’s name.

Congregants are then left to tend to their own well-being and personal lives. They are to be hospitable to neighbors who are like-minded, foster the relationships that will increase their respectability in the church, and strive for a life that is prosperous and correct at the end of which people will say, ‘That was a life well lived.’

What? How did we get to such a place that this is the promoted vision for the Christian life? This is not the kind of life the apostle, Paul, commends to his readers saying,

“You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ If you bite and devour each other, watch out or you will be destroyed by each other. So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.”

We have each been called in freedom to the law of love. Despite outward appearances, if we find ourselves biting and devouring one another, it is because we have refused to take up this call to freedom in the Spirit.

But, are things really all that bad in the church today? One might say, “Yes, I live comfortably. Yes, I try to earn a good living. Yes, I benefit from the teaching of the good Christian leaders close to me and far away. Yes, I support ministries that I believe in. So, what? I am doing all of this in God’s will, and I’m not transgressing any commandment. I am, in fact, living this life as an expression of the freedom I have in Christ guided by the Spirit.”

Are we, though? Truly, I’m prompting myself for examination as much as anyone else. Over and over again, we have seen God’s people run with both eyes closed straight into the second commandment: “Do not take my name in vain.” It is so easy to build up a Babel and call it Jerusalem. It is so easy to draw near to God with our lips and our professions, while our hearts are nowhere near him. It is so easy to be lukewarm. Hear Jesus’ words to the young ruler, “Go and sell all that you have and follow me.” This young man did not consider himself in violation of any command, yet he went away without Jesus. I do not mean to speak of money and possessions only. Hear again our Lord, “If you love father or mother, son or daughter more than me, then you are not worthy of me.” Are these statements not threatening to us and our way of life? Paul said that if there is no resurrection of the dead and all this belief is false, then it is Christians who ought most to be pitied. Are we really living in such a way that if the gospel were a lie, we will be the ones who will have lost the most?

What I mean to say is that I believe that we have deluded ourselves. We have created this system of ‘Christianity’ by which we intend to alleviate our conscience all the while making every provision we can for the flesh. We make every provision for comfort, for sensuality, for selfishness, for our own prosperity and security, knowing nothing of the true peace and freedom available to those who will have faith in Christ, who will serve God and not Mamon. We cannot serve both, not even a little. It is either love or hate; it is either master or stranger. And, I believe that instead of living our own Spirit-led lives with a good conscience and a sincere faith, we have again become agents of the powers. As long as that power will write the name, ‘Jesus’ on his forehead and his hand, we find it acceptable, even necessary to bow to him. The consequences of this are the symptoms of our condition. They are also the evidence of our illness. Yes, things in the church are really that bad. In truth, we are devouring each other while carrying on our face the worst kind of false gentleness and grace. We subsidize and justify the murder of the orphan and the foreigner and the poor in our cities and abroad. We teach and preach not to edify, but to file members into our camp and to win percentage points of converts and adherents. We love our own to build our strength and we despise the other while he lay in need on the road.

What then is this illness? I say the illness is idolatry. It is the sickness that was diagnosed of Israel from Sinai to Jerusalem to Babylon and back again. And, it is still with us today. By way of this protracted metaphor of the body, it is Cancer. Instead of each member of the body living and serving in the way God intended, we have rapid and ultimately destructive cell growth. Our cells do not wish to love and relate to each other, but, in pride, elevate themselves to dominate and to conquer. Ears replicate themselves in the spleen and feet push on the heart to converge and conform and they divide and divide and divide and divide. The pernicious character of this condition is such that the disease’s progression can actually seem like healthy growth. We can easily confuse our filling the pews, establishing seminaries, and winning elections for activity that builds Christ’s kingdom. When we feel our sickness or rather its symptoms, it is easy enough to blame on external factors: the other or the enemy, the specks we see outside. And, so we never address or even see the column in our own eye that is killing us.

All of this leads to the following conclusion: the Christian religion has itself become a meta-institution which undermines the legitimate practice of Christianity. It is this institution which has become the object of our idolatry. Christianity is not unique in becoming an institution in this respect. Organizational webs that could be similarly described have sprung up from other religions, ideologies, and histories. But, for Christianity to be thus described is, I think, the most ironic and the most tragic. Contrary to the modern concept of the prudish, straight-jacketed, puritanical Christian, true Christianity is a philosophy of radical freedom. Listen to Paul’s words to the Philippians, “All of us, then, who are mature should take such a view of things. And if on some point you think differently, that too God will make clear to you. Only let us live up to what we have already attained.” Paul knows that each person in his address has the Holy Spirit. He does not expect nor want absolute conformity from his readers, but he wants them to each follow God. Elsewhere, Paul asserts his own credibility on the same footing albeit wryly saying, “I think that I too have the Spirit of God.” But, the point is that his credibility is established in the Spirit, the same Spirit at work in us.

What other way of thinking would entrust to its followers such empowerment and freedom? It is the unique, Christian revelation that each of us are called, like Adam, to exercise dominion first over oneself and then over the creation. Trying to exercise dominion over another person dehumanizes them. It deprives them of the task which God assigned to them: to rule. And, we are each to rule not in the pretense of our own authority nor in the authority of any external power but according to the authority that Christ himself announced to his disciples, that authority which he received after the triumph of his resurrection. But, these systems and structures that we have made in the name of Jesus actually inhibit our ability to obey his commission. Their aim is not the humble empowerment of Christlike service, but the proliferation of their favored -ism. Their dominion is in a worldly way, the way of the political, and not in the way of Christ. In truth, they tear us as his body down and separate us from him and each other.

At this point, one might say that this is no revelation and that the institutional church is hardly the invisible ‘log in the eye.’ They might easily acknowledge its harm, but because everyone knows that a big, bad, institutional church is a problem, they could not consider this a malady to which we are blind. The evidence I have in response: whenever it comes to addressing the issue of the institutional church, all we seem to do is either play musical chairs with the heads of the hydra or branch off and create new wings of the larger meta-institution monster. To say, ‘Give up your institution and join mine’ is not a serious attempt at deinstitutionalization. The most conspicuous example, the Reformation, as it turns out, did not so much tear down the corrupt structures of the church as it did expand and transmute them. And so, regarding solutions, where does that leave us?

IV. THE CURE

I do not have the cure. That is the whole point. You are to take responsibility for yourself and embrace the freedom you have in Christ, utilize your gifts and discernment empowered by the Spirit in your community, and live according to the knowledge that Jesus is coming back soon at which time he will require an account of you as an individual. You are to love God and neighbor for yourself. You are to grow in wisdom and insight of every kind for yourself. You are to live the life God assigned to you by the power of the Spirit who raised even Jesus from the dead to life everlasting. Our refusal to take up this charge is what has given life to the machine of the institutional church. It has set up itself as the object of our worship and service instead of God, and in order to resist it…

I cannot tell you what to do.

V. WHAT I WANT TO DO

Ok. I realize that might be unsatisfying. But, I meant every word of it. And, what I am about to describe now is not a prescription. It is not even a recommendation. It is just a description. If, in your being led by the Spirit of Christ, you find some of this useful to reference or even adapt into practice, then praise God. But, you won't be able to blame me on judgement day, ok? I'm just telling you my own resolutions. These are largely based on the example of the early church as shown to us in the New Testament, but they are still specific and personal to me. What you do is on you. If you’d like a name for this set of principles, call it, with respect to the practice of Christianity, Ecumenical Anarchism. And, please do not mistake this for a position about government. I am speaking only about the practice of the Christian religion which operates completely over and above such things.

* I will be uninterested in politics (methods and devices used to control other people)
* I will not recognize levels of organization above the local church
* I commit to know and love my literal neighbors, especially those who profess Christ
* I will advocate for my local church to admit members based on an evaluation of their lives as lived in community and practice church discipline when appropriate
* I commit to know and submit to local church leaders
* I will not view seminary as required for church leadership
* I will advocate for leaders to be made and tested in the local church
* I will advocate for local church leaders to embrace their role which is to know and lead their congregants
* I will advocate for the appointment of deacons to help in the administration of charity and for the coordination of other tasks
* I will advocate for the divestment of my local church’s assets. Property (buildings, money, food) should instead be in the possession of individuals who are then empowered to practice generosity
* I will advocate for congregants to directly supply the needs of local church leaders so that they can be free to focus on shepherding
* I will advocate for local church service and activities to be more visible and grounded in community
* I will commit to sacrificial participation in building God's kingdom (giving, serving, hospitality, etc.) and cease offloading these responsibilities to those in professional ministry
* I will advocate for leaders, evangelists, and teachers to equip the saints themselves for these things, for the work of the ministry
* I will focus on local needs and opportunities. These will primarily be geographically local, but can also include that which is local to the circumstances of the particular church or individual
* I will not have a consumer mindset about church; I will resist demographic-based segregation, service and program marketing, and flippant membership. I will advocate for leaders to avoid this consumerism which feeds the church systems themselves rather than the body of Christ
* I will resist ceding the responsibility of this stewardship to the powers whether from governments, from denominations, or from any other kind of external structure. I will not allow distinctions and divisions in these spheres to prevent me from fellowshipping with and loving the people around me, especially the Christians in my community.

VI. OPEN QUESTIONS

Since this is reflection and not prescription, I will be open with the questions that I have as I write this. These could be seeds, I think, of further discussion on the local level.

* How does a local church scale if congregants increase (church planting, church growth, etc.)?
* How should a local church respond to large-scale or global needs?
* What problems are outside of the purview of the local church? What is better left to individuals or other kinds of organizations?
* How can church leaders in different communities collaborate, even organize? How can meeting in public facilitate that?

VII. CONCLUSION

Can we let go of our Christian systems for the sake of Christianity? In our marriage to Christ, we have wandered by the very means we intended to stay bound to him. Can we come back now by giving ourselves up to him? We must let God, as a surgeon, excise this log out of our eye. We must let God cut into us to remove the cancer. We must even lie naked and exposed before God. He must dictate the terms of our relation to him and to each other. This requires humility and faith. When Christians in the Corinthian church were divided over which leaders to follow, Paul said that they should learn from them “not to go beyond what is written, that none of [them] may be puffed up in favor of one against another.” We need humility to avoid elevating any one of us against another, and we need faith to take up God’s direction regarding his church.

This beam in our eye is structural. It is stable and solid. Our dependence on it is natural, but we must surrender it. This beam, in another manner of speaking, is not meant to be carried in the Christian’s eye but on his back. We, therefore, must each carry our own cross, take hold of our own responsibility to walk by the Spirit in faith, and we must each make following Christ our own. We can only be brought back to Christ by surrender in faith. God will do it. It is he who sanctifies us, and with Him all things are possible. His bride can be sanctified, she can be filled with light to see clearly, she can love him and be brought into his presence. And, she will be.

“The lamp of the body is the eye. Therefore when your eye is good, your whole body is also full of light; but when it is evil, your body also is full of darkness. Therefore see whether the light that is in you isn’t darkness. If therefore your whole body is full of light, having no part dark, it will be wholly full of light, as when the lamp with its bright shining gives you light.”

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直车对横车 的概念

顺炮直车对横车：红方出直车（车一平二），黑方出横车（车 9 进 1），这是顺炮布局中常见的一种变化。红方直车可以快速出动，威胁黑方右翼，黑方横车则可以灵活调动，根据局势选择进攻或防守的方向。后续可能会出现红方进车过河压马，黑方出炮封车等变化，双方展开激烈的争夺。

顺炮直车对横车布局体系主要有以下分类：

1. 古典攻法
   • 顺炮过河车对横车：红车一平二后车二进六过河，以强硬攻势迅速压制黑方阵营。
   • 顺炮缓补士对横车：红出直车后不急于补士（士四进五缓出） ，依黑方行棋灵活选择攻防策略。
   • 顺炮跳边马对横车：红马八进九上边马，平炮通车平衡两翼子力，防止黑卒3进1争先，着法稳健。
2. “胡氏双正马”攻法
   • 顺炮直车进三兵对横车挺3卒：红进三兵、黑挺3卒形成牵制，红可借马三进四等手段跃马进攻。
   • 顺炮直车进三兵对横车跳边马：红进三兵后，针对黑边马位置，以炮八平七等手段威胁黑方马获取局面优势。
   • 顺炮直车进七兵对横车：红进七兵，黑车9平4后，红可选择车二进四巡河或车二进六过河等不同进攻战术。
   • 顺炮直车“两头蛇”对双横车：红兵三进一、兵七进一构成“两头蛇”阵，与黑方双横车激烈争夺，红借双兵推进掌控空间，黑寻机反击。
3. 其他常见变化
   • 正马三兵与黑右肋车的攻防对抗；正马应对黑挺3卒的局面变化。
   • 正马三兵对阵黑肋车边马；“两头蛇”阵势迎战黑双横车的局势博弈。
   • 正马三兵对黑方马后藏车；“两头蛇”对黑正马边炮的局势发展。
   • 红方正马左士应对黑右肋车；红方采用巡河车、五六炮的布局变化，以及双正马进七兵分别对黑正马、右肋车的局面策略 。

以下按照天天象棋棋谱整理的8种变化，这些变化有些大同小异。 最后都类似。

车二进六的变化（82）

双正马三兵 变化（2202）

兵三进一 （473）

马八进九 （179）

红正马五六炮式（171）

兵七进一 （74）

红正马巡河车式（73）

士四进五（55）

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The San Blas Islands, officially known as the Guna Yala archipelago, are a dreamy chain of 365 islands and cays, most of them uninhabited, off Panama’s Caribbean coast. Run autonomously by the Guna (or Kuna) people, San Blas is known for its **crystal-clear turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and authentic indigenous culture.

🌞 Why Visit the San Blas Islands?

• Unspoiled beauty: No resorts or big hotels—just rustic cabanas, palm trees, and silence
• Snorkeling heaven: Coral reefs, starfish banks, and calm lagoons await
• Cultural connection: Meet the Guna people, learn about their traditions, and buy their handmade molas (textiles)
• Disconnect to reconnect: No Wi-Fi, no distractions—just sea, sky, and sand

🌊 Top Things to Do

• 🐠 Snorkel around the vibrant reefs and shipwrecks
• 🏝️ Island-hop by boat between tiny islets, some with just a few palm trees
• 🧺 Visit a Guna village to learn about their matriarchal society and way of life
• 🌅 Sunbathe or hammock-nap under swaying palms
• 🌌 Gaze at star-filled skies—zero light pollution here

🛏️ Where to Stay

• Accommodations are basic cabanas or eco-lodges, often directly on the beach
• Meals (mostly fresh seafood, rice, plantains) are usually included
• Power is limited—think solar lights, not outlets

🚐 Getting There

• Depart from Panama City via a 4x4 ride (2.5–3 hrs) to the port of Cartí
• Then hop on a boat (30–45 mins) to your island
• Or opt for a guided multi-day tour that includes transport, meals, and accommodation

🛂 Note: San Blas is semi-autonomous—you’ll need your passport for entry, even if coming from within Panama.

📅 Best Time to Go

• Dry Season (Dec–April): Clear skies, calm seas, and stunning sunrises
• Wet Season (May–Nov): Still beautiful, with occasional short tropical showers

🌺 Insider Tips

• Bring cash—no ATMs in San Blas
• Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a dry bag, and snorkeling gear
• Respect Guna customs—ask before taking photos, and dress modestly when visiting villages
• Travel light—waterproof bags are a must for boat rides

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در دنیای امروز، بارها دیده‌ایم که به‌خاطر یک کار خوب، یک سخن درست یا گذشته‌ای درخشان، کسی را روی سکوی قهرمانی می‌گذاریم و او را بی‌نقص و مطلق می‌پنداریم. اما حقیقت این است که هیچ انسانی کامل نیست. آدم‌ها موجوداتی پیچیده‌اند که با گذر زمان، تجربه و شرایط، تغییر می‌کنند. آنچه امروز ستودنی است، لزوماً فردا هم همان ارزش را ندارد.

برای مثال، توماج صالحی را در نظر بگیرید؛ کسی که با صدای بلند از حق مردم گفت، شعر خواند و در زندان و زیر فشار شکنجه مقاومت کرد. شجاعت او شایسته تحسین است، اما نمی‌توان انتظار داشت که تحت چنین فشار طاقت‌فرسایی، همیشه همان تصویر قهرمانانه را حفظ کند. یا مسیح علینژاد که علیه جمهوری اسلامی سخن گفت و کارهایی کرد که بسیاری آن را ارزشمند می‌دانند. اما این به آن معنا نیست که هر تصمیم یا سخنی از او بی‌نقص است یا او ذاتاً بی‌عیب است. حتی خاندان پهلوی که زمانی نماد پیشرفت و مدرنیته بودند، نمی‌توانند به‌تنهایی معیار حقیقت یا ناجی یک ملت باشند.

این ماجرا به چهره‌های سیاسی و تاریخی محدود نمی‌شود. ارنستو چگوارا برای بسیاری نماد مبارزه و آزادی است، اما وقتی دقیق‌تر نگاه کنیم، می‌بینیم برخی تصمیماتش به ضرر مردم تمام شد. در زندگی روزمره هم همین‌طور است؛ ممکن است کسی در لحظه‌ای خاص کاری درست انجام دهد، اما این دلیل نمی‌شود که همیشه شایسته اعتماد بی‌چون‌وچرا باشد.

بت‌سازی از آدم‌ها خطر بزرگی دارد: وقتی کسی را اسطوره می‌کنیم، دیگر نمی‌توانیم نقص‌ها و اشتباهاتش را ببینیم. اگر روزی خطایی از او سر بزند، یا شوکه می‌شویم یا به هر بهانه‌ای سعی می‌کنیم آن را توجیه کنیم. این روند، ما را از قضاوت منصفانه و خردمندانه دور می‌کند و به جای حقیقت، به توهم وابسته‌مان می‌سازد.

به جای بت‌سازی، بهتر است انسان‌ها را همان‌گونه که هستند ببینیم: با خوبی‌ها و کاستی‌ها، با شجاعت‌ها و ضعف‌ها. اگر کسی کار درستی کرد، تحسینش کنیم، اما نگذاریم این تحسین، چشم‌مان را روی حقیقت ببندد. این نگاه نه‌تنها ما را از سرخوردگی و توهم دور نگه می‌دارد، بلکه قدرت تحلیل و یادگیری‌مان را تقویت می‌کند.

اما آزادی واقعی چگونه به دست می‌آید؟ آزادی حقیقی در انتظار منجی یا قهرمان نیست. آزادی زمانی معنا پیدا می‌کند که هر فرد، خود قدرت انتخاب، تفکر و عمل داشته باشد. به جای وابستگی به یک نفر یا یک گروه، باید سیستمی غیرمتمرکز و آزاد ایجاد کنیم که در آن هیچ‌کس تحت سلطه دیگری نباشد. همان‌طور که شهبانو فرح پهلوی گفته است: «همیشه نور بر تاریکی پیروز است.» این نور، نماد خرد جمعی و آزادی است که با اتکا به خود و همکاری با دیگران، تاریکی جهل و استبداد را از بین می‌برد.

در نهایت، به جای پرستش قهرمان‌های خیالی، بیایید ارزش‌ها و ایده‌ها را مستقل از آدم‌ها بسنجیم. با عمل آزادانه، نقد منصفانه و همکاری جمعی، می‌توانیم راه را برای جامعه‌ای عادلانه، آزاد و روشن هموار کنیم.

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Uma Plataforma Completa e Segura A 136bet foi desenvolvida com tecnologia de ponta para garantir segurança, estabilidade e acessibilidade aos jogadores. Seu sistema de cadastro é rápido e intuitivo, e as transações financeiras são protegidas com protocolos de criptografia avançados, oferecendo total tranquilidade aos usuários. Outro diferencial é o suporte ao cliente, disponível 24 horas por dia, todos os dias da semana, com atendimento em português para solucionar dúvidas e oferecer suporte técnico sempre que necessário.

A navegação pelo site é fluida e prática, tanto em computadores quanto em dispositivos móveis. Isso permite que o jogador possa se divertir de qualquer lugar, seja em casa, no trabalho ou durante uma viagem.

Variedade de Jogos para Todos os Gostos Na 136bet, a diversão é garantida com uma ampla seleção de jogos que atendem a todos os perfis de jogador. Entre os destaques da plataforma estão:

Jogos de cartas ao vivo: clássicos como pôquer, bacará e blackjack são oferecidos em tempo real, com crupiês profissionais e interatividade de alto nível.

Roletas dinâmicas: diferentes versões da roleta estão disponíveis, com animações envolventes e mecânicas variadas para proporcionar uma experiência sempre renovada.

Slots modernos: os populares jogos de giro estão presentes em abundância, com temas diversos, gráficos de alta qualidade e bônus emocionantes que aumentam as chances de vitória.

Esportes virtuais e apostas esportivas: para quem curte esportes, a plataforma também oferece apostas em partidas ao vivo e jogos simulados com inteligência artificial de última geração.

Todos os jogos são fornecidos por desenvolvedores renomados do mercado internacional, garantindo qualidade gráfica, fluidez e total justiça nos resultados.

Experiência de Jogador Inesquecível O grande trunfo da 136bet está na experiência que proporciona aos seus usuários. Tudo foi pensado para que o jogador se sinta confortável, confiante e valorizado. Promoções frequentes, torneios interativos e programas de fidelidade são apenas algumas das vantagens disponíveis.

Além disso, o sistema de recompensas é bastante atrativo. Os usuários acumulam pontos à medida que jogam, podendo trocá-los por prêmios, bônus ou vantagens exclusivas. Isso cria um senso de progresso e motivação constante.

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Panama City is a bold fusion of colonial charm, tropical coastline, and modern skyline—the only capital in the world with a rainforest inside city limits. It's where skyscrapers meet historic plazas, and just minutes from one of the greatest engineering marvels on Earth: the Panama Canal.

🏙️ Top Things to Do in Panama City

🛕 Casco Viejo (Old Quarter)

• A UNESCO-listed historic district with Spanish colonial architecture, vibrant cafés, and rooftop bars
• Walk the cobblestone streets, visit Plaza de Francia, and sip cocktails overlooking the bay
• Perfect spot for nightlife, art galleries, and boutique hotels

🌉 Panama Canal

• Visit the Miraflores Locks to watch ships rise and fall as they pass between oceans
• The Canal Museum explains its incredible history and global impact
• Want a deeper experience? Take a partial or full canal transit boat tour

🐒 Metropolitan Natural Park

• A rainforest just 10 minutes from downtown
• Hike trails with sloths, monkeys, and incredible views of the city skyline from lookout points

🚴 Cinta Costera & Amador Causeway

• Coastal promenades ideal for biking or strolling
• Head to the Biomuseo, designed by Frank Gehry, or catch a sunset with city views on the Causeway

🌴 Day Trips & Getaways

🏝️ San Blas Islands

• Idyllic Caribbean islands run by the Guna Yala people
• Crystal-clear waters, white sands, no crowds—perfect for a tropical escape

🐬 Taboga Island

• Just 30 minutes by ferry
• Known as the “Island of Flowers,” it’s great for swimming, hiking, and beach relaxation

🍽️ What to Eat in Panama City

• Ceviche – Grab some fresh at the Mercado de Mariscos (Fish Market)
• Sancocho – A hearty chicken and root vegetable soup
• Ropa Vieja – Shredded beef stew, often served with rice and plantains
• Don’t miss local coffee, craft beer, and rum cocktails with a view

📅 Best Time to Visit

• Dry Season (Mid-Dec–April): Best for sightseeing, canal tours, and island trips
• Wet Season (May–Nov): Expect brief afternoon showers, but still very green and vibrant

✈️ Getting There & Around

• Tocumen International Airport (PTY) connects to major global cities
• Uber and taxis are common, but Casco Viejo is best explored on foot
• Use the Metro or MiBus for budget-friendly public transport

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Perched high above the Danube River in Donaustauf, just east of Regensburg, the Walhalla Memorial is one of Germany’s most unique and impressive landmarks. Inspired by the Parthenon in Athens, this neoclassical temple was built in the 19th century by order of King Ludwig I of Bavaria to honor great Germans from history.

🏛️ What Is Walhalla?

• A massive white marble temple that resembles an ancient Greek sanctuary
• Completed in 1842, it was named after the Norse “Valhalla” — the hall of heroes
• Inside, you’ll find over 130 busts and plaques of notable figures in German culture, science, politics, and the arts
• Honorees include Albert Einstein, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and more

📸 Why Visit?

• Panoramic views of the Danube valley—especially stunning at sunset
• The architecture and symmetry of the monument are jaw-dropping
• It’s a peaceful, reflective spot with lots of photo opportunities
• Learn about German and European history in a serene, scenic setting

🚶‍♀️ How to Get There

• 8 km (5 miles) from Regensburg—about 15 minutes by car or bus
• You can also bike along the Danube path (Donau-Radweg), a beautiful riverside ride
• Once you arrive, be ready to climb a long flight of stone steps to reach the top

🕰️ Tips for Visiting

• Best in spring to early fall, when the surrounding hills are lush and green
• Bring water and comfortable shoes for the climb
• The interior is open to visitors (small entrance fee)
• Combine it with a stop in Regensburg or Weltenburg Abbey for a perfect day trip

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Uma Plataforma Feita para o Jogador Brasileiro Desde o primeiro acesso, é fácil perceber que a R8Bet foi desenvolvida pensando nas necessidades do público brasileiro. O site é totalmente otimizado em português, com suporte ao cliente disponível 24 horas por dia, 7 dias por semana, pronto para responder dúvidas e resolver qualquer questão com agilidade e cordialidade.

Além disso, a plataforma conta com métodos de pagamento populares no Brasil, como PIX, boleto bancário e carteiras digitais, facilitando os depósitos e saques de forma rápida e segura. Isso demonstra o compromisso da R8Bet em proporcionar uma experiência prática e eficiente do começo ao fim.

Variedade de Jogos para Todos os Gostos Um dos grandes diferenciais da R8bet é sua ampla seleção de jogos, que abrange desde clássicos do entretenimento digital até lançamentos modernos e interativos. A plataforma trabalha com os principais provedores do mercado, garantindo gráficos de alta qualidade, jogabilidade fluida e muita diversão.

Entre os destaques, estão os jogos de roleta online, onde a emoção gira em torno de cada número sorteado; os títulos de cartas, como poker e blackjack, que exigem estratégia e atenção; além das famosas slots, que trazem temas variados, animações incríveis e bônus empolgantes. A cada clique, o jogador encontra novas possibilidades de se entreter e até mesmo de lucrar com suas habilidades.

Experiência Imersiva e Segura A R8Bet não se limita apenas à variedade. A plataforma investe constantemente em tecnologia de ponta para garantir um ambiente seguro e justo para todos os usuários. Todos os jogos utilizam sistemas certificados de geração aleatória de resultados, assegurando transparência nas rodadas e confiança nos resultados.

O design responsivo do site permite que os jogos sejam acessados tanto pelo computador quanto por dispositivos móveis, sem perda de qualidade. Isso significa que o usuário pode jogar de onde quiser, a qualquer hora, mantendo a emoção sempre ao seu alcance.

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Comunidade Ativa e Atendimento de Qualidade A R8Bet valoriza o relacionamento com seus usuários e mantém uma comunidade ativa, onde os jogadores podem interagir, trocar dicas e acompanhar as novidades. A plataforma também está presente nas redes sociais, compartilhando conteúdos relevantes, promoções exclusivas e atualizações constantes sobre os jogos.

O atendimento ao cliente é outro destaque. Equipes treinadas estão disponíveis para auxiliar via chat ao vivo, e-mail ou redes sociais, sempre com foco na satisfação e bem-estar do usuário. A rapidez nas respostas e a eficiência nas soluções reforçam a confiabilidade da marca no cenário brasileiro.

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Know Your Customer is a regulation that requires companies of all sizes to verify the identity, suitability, and risks involved with maintaining a business relationship with a customer. Such procedures fit within the broader scope of anti-money laundering (AML) and counterterrorism financing (CTF) regulations.

Banks, exchanges, online business, mail providers, domain registrars... Everyone wants to know who you are before you can even opt for their service. Your personal information is flowing around the internet in the hands of "god-knows-who" and secured by "trust-me-bro military-grade encryption". Once your account is linked to your personal (and verified) identity, tracking you is just as easy as keeping logs on all these platforms.

Rights for Illusions

KYC processes aim to combat terrorist financing, money laundering, and other illicit activities. On the surface, KYC seems like a commendable initiative. I mean, who wouldn't want to halt terrorists and criminals in their tracks?

The logic behind KYC is: "If we mandate every financial service provider to identify their users, it becomes easier to pinpoint and apprehend the malicious actors."

However, terrorists and criminals are not precisely lining up to be identified. They're crafty. They may adopt false identities or find alternative strategies to continue their operations. Far from being outwitted, many times they're several steps ahead of regulations. Realistically, KYC might deter a small fraction – let's say about 1% ^1 – of these malefactors. Yet, the cost? All of us are saddled with the inconvenient process of identification just to use a service.

Under the rhetoric of "ensuring our safety", governments and institutions enact regulations that seem more out of a dystopian novel, gradually taking away our right to privacy.

To illustrate, consider a city where the mayor has rolled out facial recognition cameras in every nook and cranny. A band of criminals, intent on robbing a local store, rolls in with a stolen car, their faces obscured by masks and their bodies cloaked in all-black clothes. Once they've committed the crime and exited the city's boundaries, they switch vehicles and clothes out of the cameras' watchful eyes. The high-tech surveillance? It didn’t manage to identify or trace them. Yet, for every law-abiding citizen who merely wants to drive through the city or do some shopping, their movements and identities are constantly logged. The irony? This invasive tracking impacts all of us, just to catch the 1% ^1 of less-than-careful criminals.

KYC? Not you.

KYC creates barriers to participation in normal economic activity, to supposedly stop criminals. ^2

KYC puts barriers between many users and businesses. One of these comes from the fact that the process often requires multiple forms of identification, proof of address, and sometimes even financial records. For individuals in areas with poor record-keeping, non-recognized legal documents, or those who are unbanked, homeless or transient, obtaining these documents can be challenging, if not impossible.

For people who are not skilled with technology or just don't have access to it, there's also a barrier since KYC procedures are mostly online, leaving them inadvertently excluded.

Another barrier goes for the casual or one-time user, where they might not see the value in undergoing a rigorous KYC process, and these requirements can deter them from using the service altogether.

It also wipes some businesses out of the equation, since for smaller businesses, the costs associated with complying with KYC norms—from the actual process of gathering and submitting documents to potential delays in operations—can be prohibitive in economical and/or technical terms.

You're not welcome

Imagine a swanky new club in town with a strict "members only" sign. You hear the music, you see the lights, and you want in. You step up, ready to join, but suddenly there's a long list of criteria you must meet. After some time, you are finally checking all the boxes. But then the club rejects your membership with no clear reason why. You just weren't accepted. Frustrating, right?

This club scenario isn't too different from the fact that KYC is being used by many businesses as a convenient gatekeeping tool. A perfect excuse based on a "legal" procedure they are obliged to.

Even some exchanges may randomly use this to freeze and block funds from users, claiming these were "flagged" by a cryptic system that inspects the transactions. You are left hostage to their arbitrary decision to let you successfully pass the KYC procedure. If you choose to sidestep their invasive process, they might just hold onto your funds indefinitely.

Your identity has been stolen

KYC data has been found to be for sale on many dark net markets^3. Exchanges may have leaks or hacks, and such leaks contain very sensitive data. We're talking about the full monty: passport or ID scans, proof of address, and even those awkward selfies where you're holding up your ID next to your face. All this data is being left to the mercy of the (mostly) "trust-me-bro" security systems of such companies. Quite scary, isn't it?

As cheap as $10 for 100 documents, with discounts applying for those who buy in bulk, the personal identities of innocent users who passed KYC procedures are for sale. ^3

In short, if you have ever passed the KYC/AML process of a crypto exchange, your privacy is at risk of being compromised, or it might even have already been compromised.

(they) Know Your Coins

You may already know that Bitcoin and most cryptocurrencies have a transparent public blockchain, meaning that all data is shown unencrypted for everyone to see and recorded forever. If you link an address you own to your identity through KYC, for example, by sending an amount from a KYC exchange to it, your Bitcoin is no longer pseudonymous and can then be traced.

If, for instance, you send Bitcoin from such an identified address to another KYC'ed address (say, from a friend), everyone having access to that address-identity link information (exchanges, governments, hackers, etc.) will be able to associate that transaction and know who you are transacting with.

Conclusions

To sum up, KYC does not protect individuals; rather, it's a threat to our privacy, freedom, security and integrity. Sensible information flowing through the internet is thrown into chaos by dubious security measures. It puts borders between many potential customers and businesses, and it helps governments and companies track innocent users. That's the chaos KYC has stirred.

The criminals are using stolen identities from companies that gathered them thanks to these very same regulations that were supposed to combat them. Criminals always know how to circumvent such regulations. In the end, normal people are the most affected by these policies.

The threat that KYC poses to individuals in terms of privacy, security and freedom is not to be neglected. And if we don’t start challenging these systems and questioning their efficacy, we are just one step closer to the dystopian future that is now foreseeable.

Edited 20/03/2024 * Add reference to the 1% statement on Rights for Illusions section to an article where Chainalysis found that only 0.34% of the transaction volume with cryptocurrencies in 2023 was attributable to criminal activity ^1

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Regensburg is a UNESCO World Heritage city and one of Germany’s most beautifully preserved medieval towns. Nestled on the Danube River in Bavaria, this lively university city blends 2,000 years of history with a fresh, modern vibe—perfect for lovers of architecture, riverside cafés, and old-world charm.

🏰 Top Things to Do in Regensburg

🌉 Stone Bridge (Steinerne Brücke)

• Built in the 12th century and still standing strong
• Offers sweeping views of the old town and river
• Once the only crossing of the Danube for hundreds of miles

⛪ Regensburg Cathedral (Dom St. Peter)

• A towering masterpiece of Gothic architecture
• Home to the Regensburger Domspatzen, one of the world’s oldest boys’ choirs
• Intricate stained glass and dramatic spires—don’t miss it!

🏛️ Old Town (Altstadt)

• Winding alleys, colorful facades, Roman ruins, and medieval towers
• Full of hidden courtyards, shops, and traditional Bavarian restaurants
• Look for the Porta Praetoria, a Roman gate from 179 AD

🏰 St. Emmeram's Abbey & Thurn and Taxis Palace

• A former Benedictine monastery turned into a princely palace
• Guided tours show the lavish rooms and tell tales of European royalty
• The family still lives there today!

🍽️ What to Eat & Drink

• Regensburger Wurst – A smoky local sausage, often grilled
• Grab a bite at the Historic Sausage Kitchen (Wurstkuchl), open since the 1100s!
• Pair your meal with a Bavarian beer from Weltenburg or Spital Brewery

🚶‍♀️ Riverside Walks & Day Trips

• Stroll or bike along the Danube Promenade for peaceful views
• Take a boat trip to Walhalla, a neoclassical temple overlooking the river
• Visit Weltenburg Abbey, the oldest monastic brewery in the world, nestled in the Danube Gorge

📅 Best Time to Visit

• May–September: Ideal weather, open-air events, and vibrant street life
• December: Magical Christmas markets with mulled wine and lights in the medieval square
• Shoulder seasons: Quieter, but still gorgeous

🛤️ Getting There

• Just 1.5 hours by train from Munich
• The old town is compact and walkable—no car needed

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nostr #nostr_writer #review #beginner #obsidian #anytype #contract_drafting #agreenent_drafting #lawyer #law #contract #agreement #learn #education #plugin #telegram #wordpress #yakihonne #primal #damus

How and Why I found Nostr?

I teach contract drafting. That is who I am.

To teach the subject I maintained few websites through self-hosted Wordpress. I faced numerous challenges despite spending money on hosting, domain and whatnot. I do not have any technical background. So, you can understand my frustration when my websites kept disappearing due to hacking. I always put a brave face and started afresh.

I used Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Obsidian to draft my posts and lessons. So, I had some backups. Thankfully, I also did post some of the training sessions on my youtube channel. Checkout my previous post for link to the Youtube Playlist.

Since, I teach for free, every time my websites were hacked, it pained me to see the bad side of human race. I was not hurting anyone, spending my own money, still someone unknown to me, for whatever reasons, could stop my mission.

I started empathising with the belief in the internet being dysfunctional and still being beyond reach of common man.

Then I found some hope, when around a year or so earlier, I found Anytype. A simple app, the everything app, which promises anonymity, security from data breach, and a promise to share ones thoughts publicly with the others soon via web. Although some of its features (e.g. option to self host) are little bit technical for me, I still have high hopes. It is similar to Obsidian, yet way more than that.

I could use either Obsidian or Anytype for writing and publishing my data on web. So, I recently surrendered to the idea of using one of Obsidian's plugins to publish my content. These provide the option to publish your obsidian notes on web through sub-domain. One that I used before was Obsius Plugin.

But, secretly I also wished want more.

I wished to maintain my same anonymous profile I have on Telegram. I have a dedicated student base on Telegram. So, I wanted them to easily find me or atleast my content on a new platform.

I also wanted to stop spending more money, or at least save some by spending less.

And, voila!

I came across Nostr unexpectedly through Obsidian and found a Plugin Nostr Writer by James.

I was looking for a simple method to host my blog posts and lessons on contract drafting. And, I found much more....

If you have some other compelling reasons, as Marc, do read his piece on why he is on Nostr - Why I'm on Nostr?)

What did I find?

After going through the Nostr Writer](https://github.com/jamesmagoo/nostr-writer) documentation on Github, I searched for Nostr and found NOSTR.COM.

As expected, it took me some time to understand the concepts of Public and Private Keys, Clients, Relays and so on. But, within 2-3 days, I found that this was just a SMALL TIP of a HUGE ICEBERG, yet to be show it's full potential.

My most sincere thank you to its creator, and to people who spend time explaining it and making it AWESOME.

NOSTR's CONCEPTS

If you want to READ ABOUT NOSTR's CONCEPTS, you can go through the following:

1. Intro by Nostr's founder-FLATJAF
2. NOSTR Website
3. NOSTR Guide

I also went through almost each and every youtube video I could find on Nostr onboarding and much more. Although, these are very few, I found each one of them to be very useful. I have listed some of these below.

Nostr Onboarding videos

My most sincere thank you to each of the creators (), who took time to explain the onabording by various methods.

1. By Ares - how to get started with Nostr on mobile - 3 minutes approx
2. By Castig- How to get started on Nostr - 7 minutes approx
3. By Max Demarco- Create your Nostr Account- Beginnner Tutorial - 18 minutes approx
4. By Nostr World - Nostr for Beginners w/ Derek Ross - 37 minutes approx
5. By 88 Sats Radio- how to get started on Nostr - 48 minutes approx

I suggest every beginner must watch all of these videos, create as many accounts you need, and do it until you understand the whole Idea.

This is just the beginning of what to come. So, do not stop using Nostr. In fact refer to friends and family and ask them to join.

Bonus of Nostr

You can get paid in Bitcoins! Without spending a dime!!

Yes, you read it correct.

All you need to do is have a lighting wallet.

I leave it to you explore for now. I am still reviewing the payment structure. So, I will write about how to use this feature later.

Meanwhile I suggest, you go through BTC Session's Youtube channel to learn more about bitcoins, wallets, zaps/sats, lighting, etc.

What else do you need?

Pretty much you have the basics if you did everything suggested above.

If you have a question, you can ask someone within any of the Nostr Clients.

NOSTR CLIENTS

I am experimenting with following Nostr Clients (apps to read your notes, pictures, and long form content) on my apple devices on web.

Damus Primal Yakihonne

NOSTR APPSTORE

You can find many more clients at

GetAlby's App Store Nostr App Store 1 Nostr App Store 2

So, Good luck to you and Happy Nostring

Only the Human Imagination is the limit of what you can do with Nostr

If you liked this article, share it with your friends.

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Básico

bash lsblk # Lista todos os diretorios montados.

Para criar o sistema de arquivos:

bash mkfs.btrfs -L "ThePool" -f /dev/sdx

Criando um subvolume:

bash btrfs subvolume create SubVol

Montando Sistema de Arquivos:

bash mount -o compress=zlib,subvol=SubVol,autodefrag /dev/sdx /mnt

Lista os discos formatados no diretório:

bash btrfs filesystem show /mnt

Adiciona novo disco ao subvolume:

bash btrfs device add -f /dev/sdy /mnt

Lista novamente os discos do subvolume:

bash btrfs filesystem show /mnt

Exibe uso dos discos do subvolume:

bash btrfs filesystem df /mnt

Balancea os dados entre os discos sobre raid1:

bash btrfs filesystem balance start -dconvert=raid1 -mconvert=raid1 /mnt

Scrub é uma passagem por todos os dados e metadados do sistema de arquivos e verifica as somas de verificação. Se uma cópia válida estiver disponível (perfis de grupo de blocos replicados), a danificada será reparada. Todas as cópias dos perfis replicados são validadas.

iniciar o processo de depuração :

bash btrfs scrub start /mnt

ver o status do processo de depuração Btrfs em execução:

bash btrfs scrub status /mnt

ver o status do scrub Btrfs para cada um dos dispositivos

bash btrfs scrub status -d / data btrfs scrub cancel / data

Para retomar o processo de depuração do Btrfs que você cancelou ou pausou:

btrfs scrub resume / data

Listando os subvolumes:

bash btrfs subvolume list /Reports

Criando um instantâneo dos subvolumes:

Aqui, estamos criando um instantâneo de leitura e gravação chamado snap de marketing do subvolume de marketing.

bash btrfs subvolume snapshot /Reports/marketing /Reports/marketing-snap

Além disso, você pode criar um instantâneo somente leitura usando o sinalizador -r conforme mostrado. O marketing-rosnap é um instantâneo somente leitura do subvolume de marketing

bash btrfs subvolume snapshot -r /Reports/marketing /Reports/marketing-rosnap

Forçar a sincronização do sistema de arquivos usando o utilitário 'sync'

Para forçar a sincronização do sistema de arquivos, invoque a opção de sincronização conforme mostrado. Observe que o sistema de arquivos já deve estar montado para que o processo de sincronização continue com sucesso.

bash btrfs filsystem sync /Reports

Para excluir o dispositivo do sistema de arquivos, use o comando device delete conforme mostrado.

bash btrfs device delete /dev/sdc /Reports

Para sondar o status de um scrub, use o comando scrub status com a opção -dR .

bash btrfs scrub status -dR / Relatórios

Para cancelar a execução do scrub, use o comando scrub cancel .

bash $ sudo btrfs scrub cancel / Reports

Para retomar ou continuar com uma depuração interrompida anteriormente, execute o comando de cancelamento de depuração

bash sudo btrfs scrub resume /Reports

mostra o uso do dispositivo de armazenamento:

btrfs filesystem usage /data

Para distribuir os dados, metadados e dados do sistema em todos os dispositivos de armazenamento do RAID (incluindo o dispositivo de armazenamento recém-adicionado) montados no diretório /data , execute o seguinte comando:

sudo btrfs balance start --full-balance /data

Pode demorar um pouco para espalhar os dados, metadados e dados do sistema em todos os dispositivos de armazenamento do RAID se ele contiver muitos dados.

Opções importantes de montagem Btrfs

Nesta seção, vou explicar algumas das importantes opções de montagem do Btrfs. Então vamos começar.

As opções de montagem Btrfs mais importantes são:

**1. acl e noacl

**ACL gerencia permissões de usuários e grupos para os arquivos/diretórios do sistema de arquivos Btrfs.

A opção de montagem acl Btrfs habilita ACL. Para desabilitar a ACL, você pode usar a opção de montagem noacl .

Por padrão, a ACL está habilitada. Portanto, o sistema de arquivos Btrfs usa a opção de montagem acl por padrão.

**2. autodefrag e noautodefrag

**Desfragmentar um sistema de arquivos Btrfs melhorará o desempenho do sistema de arquivos reduzindo a fragmentação de dados.

A opção de montagem autodefrag permite a desfragmentação automática do sistema de arquivos Btrfs.

A opção de montagem noautodefrag desativa a desfragmentação automática do sistema de arquivos Btrfs.

Por padrão, a desfragmentação automática está desabilitada. Portanto, o sistema de arquivos Btrfs usa a opção de montagem noautodefrag por padrão.

**3. compactar e compactar-forçar

**Controla a compactação de dados no nível do sistema de arquivos do sistema de arquivos Btrfs.

A opção compactar compacta apenas os arquivos que valem a pena compactar (se compactar o arquivo economizar espaço em disco).

A opção compress-force compacta todos os arquivos do sistema de arquivos Btrfs, mesmo que a compactação do arquivo aumente seu tamanho.

O sistema de arquivos Btrfs suporta muitos algoritmos de compactação e cada um dos algoritmos de compactação possui diferentes níveis de compactação.

Os algoritmos de compactação suportados pelo Btrfs são: lzo , zlib (nível 1 a 9) e zstd (nível 1 a 15).

Você pode especificar qual algoritmo de compactação usar para o sistema de arquivos Btrfs com uma das seguintes opções de montagem:

• compress=algoritmo:nível
• compress-force=algoritmo:nível

Para obter mais informações, consulte meu artigo Como habilitar a compactação do sistema de arquivos Btrfs .

**4. subvol e subvolid

**Estas opções de montagem são usadas para montar separadamente um subvolume específico de um sistema de arquivos Btrfs.

A opção de montagem subvol é usada para montar o subvolume de um sistema de arquivos Btrfs usando seu caminho relativo.

A opção de montagem subvolid é usada para montar o subvolume de um sistema de arquivos Btrfs usando o ID do subvolume.

Para obter mais informações, consulte meu artigo Como criar e montar subvolumes Btrfs .

**5. dispositivo

A opção de montagem de dispositivo** é usada no sistema de arquivos Btrfs de vários dispositivos ou RAID Btrfs.

Em alguns casos, o sistema operacional pode falhar ao detectar os dispositivos de armazenamento usados em um sistema de arquivos Btrfs de vários dispositivos ou RAID Btrfs. Nesses casos, você pode usar a opção de montagem do dispositivo para especificar os dispositivos que deseja usar para o sistema de arquivos de vários dispositivos Btrfs ou RAID.

Você pode usar a opção de montagem de dispositivo várias vezes para carregar diferentes dispositivos de armazenamento para o sistema de arquivos de vários dispositivos Btrfs ou RAID.

Você pode usar o nome do dispositivo (ou seja, sdb , sdc ) ou UUID , UUID_SUB ou PARTUUID do dispositivo de armazenamento com a opção de montagem do dispositivo para identificar o dispositivo de armazenamento.

Por exemplo,

• dispositivo=/dev/sdb
• dispositivo=/dev/sdb,dispositivo=/dev/sdc
• dispositivo=UUID_SUB=490a263d-eb9a-4558-931e-998d4d080c5d
• device=UUID_SUB=490a263d-eb9a-4558-931e-998d4d080c5d,device=UUID_SUB=f7ce4875-0874-436a-b47d-3edef66d3424

**6. degraded

A opção de montagem degradada** permite que um RAID Btrfs seja montado com menos dispositivos de armazenamento do que o perfil RAID requer.

Por exemplo, o perfil raid1 requer a presença de 2 dispositivos de armazenamento. Se um dos dispositivos de armazenamento não estiver disponível em qualquer caso, você usa a opção de montagem degradada para montar o RAID mesmo que 1 de 2 dispositivos de armazenamento esteja disponível.

**7. commit

A opção commit** mount é usada para definir o intervalo (em segundos) dentro do qual os dados serão gravados no dispositivo de armazenamento.

O padrão é definido como 30 segundos.

Para definir o intervalo de confirmação para 15 segundos, você pode usar a opção de montagem commit=15 (digamos).

**8. ssd e nossd

A opção de montagem ssd** informa ao sistema de arquivos Btrfs que o sistema de arquivos está usando um dispositivo de armazenamento SSD, e o sistema de arquivos Btrfs faz a otimização SSD necessária.

A opção de montagem nossd desativa a otimização do SSD.

O sistema de arquivos Btrfs detecta automaticamente se um SSD é usado para o sistema de arquivos Btrfs. Se um SSD for usado, a opção de montagem de SSD será habilitada. Caso contrário, a opção de montagem nossd é habilitada.

**9. ssd_spread e nossd_spread

A opção de montagem ssd_spread** tenta alocar grandes blocos contínuos de espaço não utilizado do SSD. Esse recurso melhora o desempenho de SSDs de baixo custo (baratos).

A opção de montagem nossd_spread desativa o recurso ssd_spread .

O sistema de arquivos Btrfs detecta automaticamente se um SSD é usado para o sistema de arquivos Btrfs. Se um SSD for usado, a opção de montagem ssd_spread será habilitada. Caso contrário, a opção de montagem nossd_spread é habilitada.

**10. descarte e nodiscard

Se você estiver usando um SSD que suporte TRIM enfileirado assíncrono (SATA rev3.1), a opção de montagem de descarte** permitirá o descarte de blocos de arquivos liberados. Isso melhorará o desempenho do SSD.

Se o SSD não suportar TRIM enfileirado assíncrono, a opção de montagem de descarte prejudicará o desempenho do SSD. Nesse caso, a opção de montagem nodiscard deve ser usada.

Por padrão, a opção de montagem nodiscard é usada.

**11. norecovery

Se a opção de montagem norecovery** for usada, o sistema de arquivos Btrfs não tentará executar a operação de recuperação de dados no momento da montagem.

**12. usebackuproot e nousebackuproot

Se a opção de montagem usebackuproot for usada, o sistema de arquivos Btrfs tentará recuperar qualquer raiz de árvore ruim/corrompida no momento da montagem. O sistema de arquivos Btrfs pode armazenar várias raízes de árvore no sistema de arquivos. A opção de montagem usebackuproot** procurará uma boa raiz de árvore e usará a primeira boa que encontrar.

A opção de montagem nousebackuproot não verificará ou recuperará raízes de árvore inválidas/corrompidas no momento da montagem. Este é o comportamento padrão do sistema de arquivos Btrfs.

**13. space_cache, space_cache=version, nospace_cache e clear_cache

A opção de montagem space_cache** é usada para controlar o cache de espaço livre. O cache de espaço livre é usado para melhorar o desempenho da leitura do espaço livre do grupo de blocos do sistema de arquivos Btrfs na memória (RAM).

O sistema de arquivos Btrfs suporta 2 versões do cache de espaço livre: v1 (padrão) e v2

O mecanismo de cache de espaço livre v2 melhora o desempenho de sistemas de arquivos grandes (tamanho de vários terabytes).

Você pode usar a opção de montagem space_cache=v1 para definir a v1 do cache de espaço livre e a opção de montagem space_cache=v2 para definir a v2 do cache de espaço livre.

A opção de montagem clear_cache é usada para limpar o cache de espaço livre.

Quando o cache de espaço livre v2 é criado, o cache deve ser limpo para criar um cache de espaço livre v1 .

Portanto, para usar o cache de espaço livre v1 após a criação do cache de espaço livre v2 , as opções de montagem clear_cache e space_cache=v1 devem ser combinadas: clear_cache,space_cache=v1

A opção de montagem nospace_cache é usada para desabilitar o cache de espaço livre.

Para desabilitar o cache de espaço livre após a criação do cache v1 ou v2 , as opções de montagem nospace_cache e clear_cache devem ser combinadas: clear_cache,nosapce_cache

**14. skip_balance

Por padrão, a operação de balanceamento interrompida/pausada de um sistema de arquivos Btrfs de vários dispositivos ou RAID Btrfs será retomada automaticamente assim que o sistema de arquivos Btrfs for montado. Para desabilitar a retomada automática da operação de equilíbrio interrompido/pausado em um sistema de arquivos Btrfs de vários dispositivos ou RAID Btrfs, você pode usar a opção de montagem skip_balance .**

**15. datacow e nodatacow

A opção datacow** mount habilita o recurso Copy-on-Write (CoW) do sistema de arquivos Btrfs. É o comportamento padrão.

Se você deseja desabilitar o recurso Copy-on-Write (CoW) do sistema de arquivos Btrfs para os arquivos recém-criados, monte o sistema de arquivos Btrfs com a opção de montagem nodatacow .

**16. datasum e nodatasum

A opção datasum** mount habilita a soma de verificação de dados para arquivos recém-criados do sistema de arquivos Btrfs. Este é o comportamento padrão.

Se você não quiser que o sistema de arquivos Btrfs faça a soma de verificação dos dados dos arquivos recém-criados, monte o sistema de arquivos Btrfs com a opção de montagem nodatasum .

Perfis Btrfs

Um perfil Btrfs é usado para informar ao sistema de arquivos Btrfs quantas cópias dos dados/metadados devem ser mantidas e quais níveis de RAID devem ser usados para os dados/metadados. O sistema de arquivos Btrfs contém muitos perfis. Entendê-los o ajudará a configurar um RAID Btrfs da maneira que você deseja.

Os perfis Btrfs disponíveis são os seguintes:

single : Se o perfil único for usado para os dados/metadados, apenas uma cópia dos dados/metadados será armazenada no sistema de arquivos, mesmo se você adicionar vários dispositivos de armazenamento ao sistema de arquivos. Assim, 100% do espaço em disco de cada um dos dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos pode ser utilizado.

dup : Se o perfil dup for usado para os dados/metadados, cada um dos dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos manterá duas cópias dos dados/metadados. Assim, 50% do espaço em disco de cada um dos dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos pode ser utilizado.

raid0 : No perfil raid0 , os dados/metadados serão divididos igualmente em todos os dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos. Nesta configuração, não haverá dados/metadados redundantes (duplicados). Assim, 100% do espaço em disco de cada um dos dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos pode ser usado. Se, em qualquer caso, um dos dispositivos de armazenamento falhar, todo o sistema de arquivos será corrompido. Você precisará de pelo menos dois dispositivos de armazenamento para configurar o sistema de arquivos Btrfs no perfil raid0 .

raid1 : No perfil raid1 , duas cópias dos dados/metadados serão armazenadas nos dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos. Nesta configuração, a matriz RAID pode sobreviver a uma falha de unidade. Mas você pode usar apenas 50% do espaço total em disco. Você precisará de pelo menos dois dispositivos de armazenamento para configurar o sistema de arquivos Btrfs no perfil raid1 .

raid1c3 : No perfil raid1c3 , três cópias dos dados/metadados serão armazenadas nos dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos. Nesta configuração, a matriz RAID pode sobreviver a duas falhas de unidade, mas você pode usar apenas 33% do espaço total em disco. Você precisará de pelo menos três dispositivos de armazenamento para configurar o sistema de arquivos Btrfs no perfil raid1c3 .

raid1c4 : No perfil raid1c4 , quatro cópias dos dados/metadados serão armazenadas nos dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos. Nesta configuração, a matriz RAID pode sobreviver a três falhas de unidade, mas você pode usar apenas 25% do espaço total em disco. Você precisará de pelo menos quatro dispositivos de armazenamento para configurar o sistema de arquivos Btrfs no perfil raid1c4 .

raid10 : No perfil raid10 , duas cópias dos dados/metadados serão armazenadas nos dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos, como no perfil raid1 . Além disso, os dados/metadados serão divididos entre os dispositivos de armazenamento, como no perfil raid0 .

O perfil raid10 é um híbrido dos perfis raid1 e raid0 . Alguns dos dispositivos de armazenamento formam arrays raid1 e alguns desses arrays raid1 são usados para formar um array raid0 . Em uma configuração raid10 , o sistema de arquivos pode sobreviver a uma única falha de unidade em cada uma das matrizes raid1 .

Você pode usar 50% do espaço total em disco na configuração raid10 . Você precisará de pelo menos quatro dispositivos de armazenamento para configurar o sistema de arquivos Btrfs no perfil raid10 .

raid5 : No perfil raid5 , uma cópia dos dados/metadados será dividida entre os dispositivos de armazenamento. Uma única paridade será calculada e distribuída entre os dispositivos de armazenamento do array RAID.

Em uma configuração raid5 , o sistema de arquivos pode sobreviver a uma única falha de unidade. Se uma unidade falhar, você pode adicionar uma nova unidade ao sistema de arquivos e os dados perdidos serão calculados a partir da paridade distribuída das unidades em execução.

Você pode usar 1 00x(N-1)/N % do total de espaços em disco na configuração raid5 . Aqui, N é o número de dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos. Você precisará de pelo menos três dispositivos de armazenamento para configurar o sistema de arquivos Btrfs no perfil raid5 .

raid6 : No perfil raid6 , uma cópia dos dados/metadados será dividida entre os dispositivos de armazenamento. Duas paridades serão calculadas e distribuídas entre os dispositivos de armazenamento do array RAID.

Em uma configuração raid6 , o sistema de arquivos pode sobreviver a duas falhas de unidade ao mesmo tempo. Se uma unidade falhar, você poderá adicionar uma nova unidade ao sistema de arquivos e os dados perdidos serão calculados a partir das duas paridades distribuídas das unidades em execução.

Você pode usar 100x(N-2)/N % do espaço total em disco na configuração raid6 . Aqui, N é o número de dispositivos de armazenamento adicionados ao sistema de arquivos. Você precisará de pelo menos quatro dispositivos de armazenamento para configurar o sistema de arquivos Btrfs no perfil raid6 .

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I was happy with my apple devices and conducting my life out in the open. Even when I was conducting quasi-legal retail operations, I always depended on the constitution to protect me from unreasonable searches and seizures. If I ever got busted, I figured I would just force the prosecution to take me through piece by piece every part of law enforcement's evidence gathering operations, which (especially with the local law enforcement in rural Missouri) likely would have trampled my civil rights. In retrospect, I was probably a lot more vulnerable than I wanted to admit, but this was years ago and I think I was tempting fate recreationally. I also imagined that a jury would never render a verdict against me, even with good evidence. And if they did, I would appeal it. Law school taught me to see the system as much more pliable than law enforcement wants anyone to think it is. Lacking shame is also an endearing quality.

One thing I spent a lot of time thinking about during these years, despite my stubborn insistence that everything would work out okay (which it mostly did), was my digital vulnerability. I was careful with what was said, how it was said, who is was said to. But never careful enough, and given the gist of the last few years and Big Tech's coziness with law enforcement, I should have abandoned most of my devices way sooner.

Now, I no longer run an illicit Farmer's Market, but I am endlessly interested in erasing my fingerprints from prying eyes -- government or otherwise. That said, I don't mind having my name attached to my ideas. I recently convinced a friend to join Nostr and when he saw I was using my real name he couldn't believe it. If I was starting social media cold, I would encourage people to maintain a pseudonym. I have pseudonyms in various corners of the internet. They are probably too leaky to overcome basic scrutiny from a moderate hacker, but they give me a little distance. Probably my willful ignorance cropping up here again, but I live by a phrase I heard in a Sherlock Holmes film once: "It's so over: it's covert." I just figure I can say and do enough to obfuscate my activities if someone tries to nail me down at some point. But, deeper than that, I can stop gladly handing over any trust to corporations that have a record of prying and spying.

I don't trust Windows. I don't really trust Apple, although I remember the landmark case with the Sandy Hook shooter's phone, where Apple was refusing to unlock the thing. This gave me a bit of trust, but you can just feel the fingers of the company all over your devices. I also lost a lot of trust in Apple during the previous presidential campaign politics where every headline that was pushed from the Apple news app was overwhelmingly anti-Trump. I am not the biggest Trump guy by ANY stretch, but I found this to be just way too heavy-handed for what should be a politically agnostic news pushing application.

I definitely don't trust any centralized social media. Facebook has burned so much trust over the years it is laughable that they control rural communities the way they do. When the cat is out of the bag on Nostr, I hope there is a mass exodus. It won't be a mass exodus, but even a slow and progressive exodus would be fine. Starve out the big guys. Don't give them the data and the clicks.

Twitter feels better, but not by a ton. There is enough of a desire to be the "everything app" that i don't want any part of it anymore. Also, the free tier is shit -- I had premium plus for a while until the last couple of months when the price went way up, and it was unclear whether I had access to the full AI features of Grok, so I ditched it. About the same time I became active on Nostr, so it hasn't bothered me much.

I'm not full carnivore, but I have eaten more steaks in the last year than in the past. I'm not full open source, but I am weaning myself off the spy-machines.

I will be installing Linux on my PC (once my graphic card gets here from Germany), and it will be slow and probably painful at times, but I am getting away from it. I will also be installing GrapheneOS on my backup phone, so that I am familiar and accustomed to escaping the ivory towers in that realm too.

Little by little, but it's hard to overstate how much more hopeful life feels when you rebel against the digital overlords. Open-source money is better, so might as well bitcoin-ify the rest of my networks, too.

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To most of us it's all about the sound of freedom, the innovation, it's technical implication, what if feels like in a decentralised environment. Now let's head into that which brings our fantasies to reality, Nostr which stands for "Notes and other stuffs Transmitted by Relays", is an open protocol designed for decentralised social networkin

Nostr most Amazing Features

1. Decentralisation: compared to traditional social media platforms like like Twitter (X) and Instagram that rely on centralised servers, Nostr operates through a network of relays. These relays serves as servers that store and forward messages. This amazing feature of decentralisation aims to make the network completely resistant to censorship, most people would say how? To answer your question it's because no single individual control's it

2. User Control: ever thought of the purest feeling of freedom, well Nostr just gave you the space to experience. User's have total control over their data and identity.

3. Simplicity: why get stressed when Nostr got you covered? This protocol is designed to be relatively simple, making it easier for developers to build applications on top of it.

Nostr Relation to Bitcoin

Who wouldn't want to be part of a community that embraces it's ethics in a dignified manner. Nostr has gained popularity within the Bitcoin community, and the Bitcoin Lightning Network is used for features like "Zaps" (which represents small payments or tips). There are also similarities in the philosophy of decentralization, that both bitcoin and Nostr share. Just like the saying goes, birds of the same feather flock together. This leads me to one of the best magnificent project, focused on building decentralisation media infrastructure, particularly within the Nostr ecosystem.

Yakihonne the future of the world

YakiHonne is an amazing project focused on building decentralized media infrastructure, particularly within the Nostr ecosystem. It's mind blowing features includes:

1. Decentralized Media: YakiHonne aims to provide tools and platforms that support freedom and automation in content creation, curation, article writing and reporting. It leverages the decentralized nature of the Nostr protocol to achieve this amazing feat.

2. Nostr and Bitcoin Integration: YakiHonne is closely tied to the Nostr network, and it also incorporates Bitcoin functionality. This integration includes features related to the Lightning Network, enabling things like "zaps" (small Bitcoin payments) within the platform.

3. Mobile Application: YakiHonne offers a mobile application with an eye catching user interface simply designed to provide users with a smooth and intuitive Nostr experience. This app includes features like: -Support for various login options. -Content curation tools. -Lightning Network integration. -Long form article support.

Disadvantages of Traditional social media

Lets go back to a world without the flute of freedom echoing in our hearts, where implementations are controlled by certain entities, reasons why traditional social media platforms hold not even a single stance compared to Nostr:

1. Privacy Concerns:

Data Collection: Social media platforms collect vast amounts of user data, often without full transparency. This data can be used for targeted advertising, and sometimes, it can be compromised in data breaches. Which won't happen or be possible on yakihonne

1. Social Comparison and Low Self-Esteem: The over hyped and often unrealistic portrayals of life on social media can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. But on yakihonne you get to connect and grow with a community with specified goals bent on implementation

2. Misinformation and Fake News:

Spread of False Information: Social media platforms can be breeding grounds for misinformation and fake news, which can spread rapidly and have significant real-world consequences. Is that possible on yakihonne, well we all know the answer. 4. Centralized Control:

Censorship: Centralized platforms have the power to censor content, raising concerns about freedom of speech. Algorithm Bias: Algorithms can be biased, leading to unfair or discriminatory outcomes. This tells us why a decentralised media platform like yakihonne stands out to be the only media with a future.

Why Chose Nostr why chose yakihonne

When considering Nostr and related projects like YakiHonne, the appeal stems largely from a desire for greater control, privacy, and freedom in online communication. Which from the points aligned above, gives us no second chance of thought, but the thought of being part of the Nostr community, active on a platform like yakihonne.

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Wir leben in einer Demokratie. So heißt es immer. Immerhin hat die Bevölkerung, der Souverän ein Mitspracherecht. Einmal alle vier Jahre. Und damit fünfundzwanzig Mal in einem Jahrhundert. Diese 25 Wahltage ergeben zeitlich 0,07 Prozent des gesamten Jahrhunderts. Würde man das Jahrhundert auf einen Tag runter rechnen, dann ergäben diese 0,07 Prozent ziemlich genau eine Minute des Mitspracherechts. Eine Minute pro Tag darf der Souverän also bestimmen, wer am restlichen Tag ungehindert schalten und walten darf – bis in das Grundgesetz hinein.

https://soundcloud.com/radiomuenchen/das-grundgesetz-als-schmierzettel-von-henry-matthes?

Die Veränderung in diesem zentralen Gesetzestexten ist allein den Parteien vorbehalten. An sämtliche Änderungen halten, dürfen sich dann nachher alle – selbst dann, wenn noch so wenige Bürger dahinterstehen.

In den letzten Wochen offenbarte sich dieser Missstand in präzedenzloser Weise. Die als Sondervermögen schön-deklarierte Neuverschuldung wurde im Grundgesetz festgeschrieben. Ist eine solch selektive Umgestaltungsmöglichkeit des wichtigsten Gesetzestext einer Demokratie würdig? Bräuchte es nicht zumindest einer Absegnung durch Volksabstimmungen?

Henry Mattheß hat sich hierzu Gedanken gemacht. Hören Sie seinen Text „Das Grundgesetz als Schmierzettel“, der zunächst auf dem Blog von Norbert Häring erschienen war. 

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"Focus on the things you are for, not the things you are against. Many people spend large chunks of their day thinking about what they hate. They are always telling you about something they dislike: this food, that subject, this political party, that coworker. You are more than your frustrations. Build your identity around what you love."

~ James Clear

I need to do better with this personally but its great food for thought.

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/947407

@ df67f9a7:2d4fc200

More than just “follows follows” on Nostr, webs of trust algos will ingest increasingly MORE kinds of user generated content in order to map our interactions across the network. Webs of trust will power user discovery, content search, reviews and reccomendations, identity verification, and access to all corners of the Nostr network. Without relying on a central “trust authority” to recommend people and content for us, sovereign Nostr users will make use of “relative trust” scores generated by a wide range of independent apps and services. The problem is, Nostr doesn’t have an opensource library for performing WoT calculations and delivering NIP standard recommendations to users. In order for a “free market” ecosystem of really smart apps and services to thrive, independent developers will need access to extensible “middleware” such as this.

Project Description

I am building a library for independent developers to offer their own interoperable and configurable WoT services and clients. In addition, and as the primary use case, I am also developing a web client for “in person onboarding” to Nostr, which will make use of this library to provide webs of trust recommendations for “invited” users.

• Meet Me On Nostr (onboarding client) : This is my first project on Nostr, which began a year ago with seed funding from @druid. This web client will leverage “in person” QR invites to generate WoT powered recommendations of follows, apps, and other stuff for new users at their first Nostr touchpoint. The functional MVP release (April ‘25) allows for “instant, anonymous, and fully encrypted” direct messaging and “move in ready” profile creation from a single QR scan.

• GrapeRank Engine (developer library) : Working with @straycat last fall, I built an opensource and extensible library for Nostr developers to integrate “web of trust” powered reccomendations into their products and services. The real power behind GrapeRank is its “pluggable” interpreter, allowing any kind of content (not just “follows follows”) to be ingested for WoT scoring, and configurable easily by developers as well as end users. This library is currently in v0.1, “generating and storing usable scores”, and doesn’t yet produce NIP standard outputs for Nostr clients.

• My Grapevine (algo dashboard) : In addition, I’ve just wrapped up the demo release of a web client by which users and developers can explore the power of the GrapeRank Engine.

Potential Impact

Webs of Trust is how Nostr scales. But so far, Nostr implementations have been ad-hoc and primarily client centered, with no consistency and little choice for end users. The “onboarding and discovery” tools I am developing promise to :

• Establish sovereignty for webs of trust users (supporting a “free market” of algo choices), with opensource libraries by which any developer can easily implement WoT powered recommendations.

• Accelerate the isolation of bots and bad actors (and improve the “trustiness” of Nostr for everyone else) by streamlining the onboarding of “real world” acquaintances directly into established webs of trust.

• Improve “discoverability of users and content” for any user on any client (to consume and take advantage of WoT powered recommendations for any use case, even as the NIP standards for this are still in flux), by providing an algo engine with “pluggable” inputs and outputs.

• Pave the way for “global Nostr adoption”, where WoT powered recommendations (and searches) are consistently available for every user across a wide variety of clients.

Timeline & Milestones

2025 roadmap for “Webs of Trust Onboarding and Discovery” :

• Meet Me On Nostr (onboarding client) : MVP release : “scan my QR invite to private message me instantly with a ‘move in ready’ account on Nostr”. https://nostrmeet.me/

• GrapeRank Engine (developer library) : 1.0 release : “expanded inputs and output WoT scores to Nostr NIPs and other stuff” for consumption by clients and relays. https://github.com/Pretty-Good-Freedom-Tech/graperank-nodejs

• My Grapevine (algo dashboard) : 1.0 release : “algo usage and configuration webapp with API endpoints” for end users to setup GrapeRank scoring for consumption by their own clients and relays. https://grapevine.my/

• Meet Me On Nostr (onboarding client) : 1.0 release : first GrapeRank integration, offering “follow and app recommendations for invited users”, customizable per-invite for Nostr advocates. https://nostrmeet.me/

Prior contributions

• Last spring I hosted panel discussions and wrote articles on Nostr exploring how to build “sovereign webs of trust”, where end users can have control over which algorithms to use, and what defines “trust”.

• I contributed gift wrap encryption to NDK.

• I am also authoring gift wrapped direct messaging and chat room modules for NDK.

• Last July, I attended The Bitcoin Conference on an OpenSource pass to raise funds for my onboarding client. I onboarded many Bitcoiners to Nostr, and made valuable connections at Bitcoin Park.

About Me

I discovered Nostr in September ‘23 as a freelance web developer, after years of looking for a “sovereignty respecting” social media on which to build apps. With this came my first purchase of Bitcoin. By December of that year, I was settled on “open source freedom tech” (Nostr and Bitcoin) as the new direction for my career.

As a web professional for 20+ years, I know the importance of “proof of work” and being connected. For the last 18 months, I have been establishing myself as a builder in this community. This pivot has not been easy, but it has been rewarding and necessary. After so many years building private tech for other people, I finally have a chance to build freedom tech for everyone. I have finally come home to my peeps and my purpose.

Thank you for considering this application for funding.

@ c631e267:c2b78d3e

Verstand ohne Gefühl ist unmenschlich; \ Gefühl ohne Verstand ist Dummheit. \ Egon Bahr

Seit Jahren werden wir darauf getrimmt, dass Fakten eigentlich gefühlt seien. Aber nicht alles ist relativ und nicht alles ist nach Belieben interpretierbar. Diese Schokoladenhasen beispielsweise, die an Ostern in unseren Gefilden typisch sind, «ostern» zwar nicht, sondern sie sitzen in der Regel, trotzdem verwandelt sie das nicht in «Sitzhasen».

Nichts soll mehr gelten, außer den immer invasiveren Gesetzen. Die eigenen Traditionen und Wurzeln sind potenziell «pfui», um andere Menschen nicht auszuschließen, aber wir mögen uns toleranterweise an die fremden Symbole und Rituale gewöhnen. Dabei ist es mir prinzipiell völlig egal, ob und wann jemand ein Fastenbrechen feiert, am Karsamstag oder jedem anderen Tag oder nie – aber bitte freiwillig.

Und vor allem: Lasst die Finger von den Kindern! In Bern setzten kürzlich Demonstranten ein Zeichen gegen die zunehmende Verbreitung woker Ideologie im Bildungssystem und forderten ein Ende der sexuellen Indoktrination von Schulkindern.

Wenn es nicht wegen des heiklen Themas Migration oder wegen des Regenbogens ist, dann wegen des Klimas. Im Rahmen der «Netto Null»-Agenda zum Kampf gegen das angeblich teuflische CO2 sollen die Menschen ihre Ernährungsgewohnheiten komplett ändern. Nach dem Willen von Produzenten synthetischer Lebensmittel, wie Bill Gates, sollen wir baldmöglichst praktisch auf Fleisch und alle Milchprodukte wie Milch und Käse verzichten. Ein lukratives Geschäftsmodell, das neben der EU aktuell auch von einem britischen Lobby-Konsortium unterstützt wird.

Sollten alle ideologischen Stricke zu reißen drohen, ist da immer noch «der Putin». Die Unions-Europäer offenbaren sich dabei ständig mehr als Vertreter der Rüstungsindustrie. Allen voran zündelt Deutschland an der Kriegslunte, angeführt von einem scheinbar todesmutigen Kanzlerkandidaten Friedrich Merz. Nach dessen erneuter Aussage, «Taurus»-Marschflugkörper an Kiew liefern zu wollen, hat Russland eindeutig klargestellt, dass man dies als direkte Kriegsbeteiligung werten würde – «mit allen sich daraus ergebenden Konsequenzen für Deutschland».

Wohltuend sind Nachrichten über Aktivitäten, die sich der allgemeinen Kriegstreiberei entgegenstellen oder diese öffentlich hinterfragen. Dazu zählt auch ein Kongress kritischer Psychologen und Psychotherapeuten, der letzte Woche in Berlin stattfand. Die vielen Vorträge im Kontext von «Krieg und Frieden» deckten ein breites Themenspektrum ab, darunter Friedensarbeit oder die Notwendigkeit einer «Pädagogik der Kriegsuntüchtigkeit».

Der heutige «stille Freitag», an dem Christen des Leidens und Sterbens von Jesus gedenken, ist vielleicht unabhängig von jeder religiösen oder spirituellen Prägung eine passende Einladung zur Reflexion. In der Ruhe liegt die Kraft. In diesem Sinne wünsche ich Ihnen frohe Ostertage!

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Der Chefredakteur war freundlich am Telefon und etwas zerknirscht. Dafür kassieren wir eine Rüge, ganz klar, sagte Hannes Lehner sinngemäß. Er habe mit seiner Redaktion gesprochen, noch einmal an die journalistische Sorgfaltspflicht erinnert, nachzulesen zum Beispiel im Pressekodex des Deutschen Presserates, und die Abläufe so verändert, dass so etwas nicht noch einmal passieren könne. Außerdem sei die Redaktion bereit, mir etwas Gutes zu tun, wenn ich denn eine Idee hätte.

Ich schreibe das hier etwas salopp aus dem Gedächtnis. Hintergrund ist einer dieser üblen Texte, die in der Regionalpresse immer dort aufploppen, wo Menschen öffentlich auftreten, die im kollektiven Gedächtnis gebrandmarkt sind. Querdenker, Putinversteher, Leugner von diesem und jenem. Die Details kann man unten nachlesen und dort auch das Meisterwerk von Andrea Weidemann genießen, immerhin Redaktionsleiterin Plattling-Deggendorf-Osterhofen in der Mediengruppe Attenkofer, die für das Straubinger Tagblatt steht. Veröffentlicht wurde der Text dort am 30. November 2024 auf der Titelseite des Lokalteils in Plattling. Am nächsten Tag habe ich Patrik Baab im Wohnzimmer von Plattling interviewt. Der Saal war voll, trotz oder wegen des Weidemann-Artikels.

Mein Punkt hier ist: Es lohnt sich, solche Angriffe nicht einfach auf sich beruhen zu lassen. Ich hatte es vor zwei Jahren schon einmal versucht beim Presserat und verloren in einer Sache, die viel größer war – mit drei zu zwei Stimmen bei zwei Enthaltungen. Wer weiß. Die Beschwerde ist online, und jeder mag sich selbst ein Urteil bilden. Diesmal war das Urteil auf Ebene eins einstimmig (Beschwerde ist begründet) und auf Ebene zwei fast einstimmig (sechs zu eins): eine Missbilligung, die zwar nicht abgedruckt werden muss, aber in diesem Fall doch sollte („als Ausdruck fairer Berichterstattung“).

Warum es keine Rüge gab, Höchststrafe im Presserat-Kosmos, wissen allein die Götter. Weiter begründet wird das nicht. Das Schreiben des Presserates, immerhin drei eng bedruckte Seiten, wäre ein Thema für sich. Es gelingt den Kollegen dort nicht einmal, den Weidemann-Artikel fehlerfrei zusammenzufassen. So macht mich der Presserat zum Gründer des „Querdenker-Blattes” Demokratischer Widerstand – zu viel der Ehre. Viel wichtiger als irgendwelche Strafen ist aber ohnehin das Gespräch – gerade dort, wo man sich kennt und wo sich jeder Journalist leicht selbst ein Bild machen kann, bevor er in die Tasten haut und Kritiker an den Pranger stellt. Ich bin froh, dass Hannes Lehner zum Telefonhörer gegriffen und auch öffentlich Abbitte geleistet hat, bevor der Presserat sich äußern konnte. Die Zitate, um die es ging, wurden aus der Onlineversion entfernt – genau wie die Bezahlschranke, damit möglichst viele die Entschuldigung sehen. Ich werde dem Chefredakteur vorschlagen, einen seiner Leute zu den nächsten Veranstaltungen der Initiative „Deggendorf miteinander“ zu schicken, und kann mir kaum vorstellen, dass es keine gute Presse gibt, wenn man die Menschen dort erlebt und sich in die Augen gesehen hat.

Beschwerde beim Deutschen Presserat (9. Dezember 2024)

Gegenstand

Diese Beschwerde bezieht sich auf einen Artikel von Andrea Weidemann, der am 30. November 2024 im Plattlinger Anzeiger erschienen ist („Kritiker beantworten kritische Fragen nicht“).

Beschwerdegrund

Der Artikel verstößt gegen die Pressekodex-Ziffern 1, 2 und 9. Die Autorin legt mir zwei wörtliche Zitate in den Mund, die (wenn sie denn wahr wären) nicht nur geeignet sind, meine Ehre zu verletzen (Ziffer 9), sondern es mir auch unmöglich machen würden, weiter als bayerischer Beamter zu wirken. Eine „wahrhaftige Unterrichtung der Öffentlichkeit“ (Ziffer 1) wäre dabei nicht schwer gewesen, wenn Frau Weidemann sorgfältig gearbeitet (Ziffer 2) oder mir die entsprechenden Zitate vor der Veröffentlichung vorgelegt hätte. Es gab vorab einen Mailaustausch (siehe Punkt 3), der sich aber auf etwas ganz anders bezog und mich schon vor der Veröffentlichung daran zweifeln ließ, dass die Ziffern 1 und 2 des Pressekodex Richtschnur des Arbeitens von Andrea Weidemann sind.

Vorgeschichte / Mailaustausch

Für den 1. Dezember 2024 hatte die Initiative „Deggendorf miteinander“ in der Nachbarstadt Plattling eine Buchlesung von Patrik Baab angekündigt und mich gebeten, die Ausführungen des Kollegen wissenschaftlich einzuordnen. Der Titel der Veranstaltung („Wie uns Medien und Lohnschreiber in Kriege treiben“) entsprach dem Untertitel des Buchs „Propaganda-Presse“, das Patrik Baab im Sommer in der Reihe „Hintergrund kompakt“ veröffentlicht hat. Am 27. November erhielt ich folgende Mail:

Sehr geehrter Herr Meyen, in der Hoffnung, dass ich als Mitarbeiterin der Plattlinger Redaktion der Mediengruppe Attenkofer für Sie nicht in die Kategorie „Propaganda-Medium“ falle, hätte ich zu Ihrer Veranstaltungsteilnahme am kommenden Sonntag in Plattling/Niederbayern folgende Fragen: 1. Auf der Suche nach näheren Informationen zu Ihrer Person habe ich mehrfach gelesen, dass Sie der Ansicht sind, dass die (Leit-)Medien bewusst auf die Gesellschaft Einfluss nehmen, also manipulieren. Welche Belege haben Sie dafür? Und: Gilt das Ihrer Ansicht nach für alle Medien? Und für alle Themenbereiche? 2. Auch haben Sie sich kritisch zu journalistischen Faktencheckern geäußert und Sie als Propagandamaschinen bezeichnet. Heißt das, dass auch Medien wie z.B. Correctiv Ihrer Meinung nach nicht glaubwürdig sind? 3. Wenn man heute von Medien spricht, muss man vor allem das Internet im Blick behalten. Ist es nicht so, dass gerade dort ungefilterte (Falsch-)Informationen verbreitet werden? Für eine zeitnahe Rückmeldung wäre ich Ihnen sehr dankbar. Mit besten Grüßen, Andrea Weidemann, Redaktionsleitung Plattling-Deggendorf-Osterhofen

Eine solche Beschwerde ist nicht der Ort, sich im Detail mit diesen Fragen auseinanderzusetzen. Ich will deshalb nur darauf hinweisen, dass es hier schlicht keine vernünftigen Antworten gab. Frage 1 beschreibt gewissermaßen die Geschäftsgrundlage von Journalismus und Medienforschung. Wenn man nicht von Wirkungen ausgehen würde, könnten sich beide Berufsgruppen die Arbeit sparen. Zum Thema „Glaubwürdigkeit der Medien“ (Frage 2) habe ich mich 2001 habilitiert und schon seinerzeit darauf hingewiesen, dass es sich hierbei um keine sinnvolle Kategorie für die Bewertung journalistischer Leistungen handelt. Frage 3 ist suggestiv und so allgemein formuliert, dass eigentlich nur ein „Ja“ möglich ist. Ich habe deshalb am nächsten Morgen eher ironisch geantwortet und die Kollegin zugleich an die Berufstugenden erinnert:

Was soll ich dazu sagen, liebe Andrea Weidemann? Sie finden im Internet komische Sachen über mich und fragen dann, ob dort Falschinfos verbreitet werden. Am besten (das ist ja auch das Credo von Patrik Baab): Sie kommen am Sonntag und machen sich selbst ein Bild. Bis dahin mit den besten Grüßen

Antwort:

Sehr geehrter Herr Meyen, natürlich werde ich am Sonntag anwesend sein. Trotzdem schade, dass sie auf meine Fragen nicht antworten. Ich habe keine „komischen Sachen“ gelesen, sondern konkrete Aussagen von Ihnen zitiert. Darf ich noch mit einer Stellungnahme rechnen?

Frau Weidemann war dann nicht bei der Veranstaltung, hat aber vorab den Artikel veröffentlicht, über den ich mich hier beschwere.

Falschzitate

Beide Zitate befinden sich im vierten Absatz des Artikels, der offensichtlich darauf abzielt, ein „Porträt“ von Michael Meyen zu liefern. Dass mein Leben und mehr als 20 Jahre auf einer Professur für Kommunikationswissenschaft an der LMU München dabei auf die beiden Ausgaben der Wochenzeitung Demokratischer Widerstand (DW) reduziert werden, in denen ich als einer von vier „Herausgebern“ genannt werde, mag schlechter Stil sein. Wenn allerdings mit Anführungszeichen (also als wörtliches Zitat markiert) behauptet wird, ich hätte Deutschland als „Spritzenmörder-Diktatur“ bezeichnet, hört der Spaß auf. Ich habe im März 2002 einen Eid auf die bayerische Verfassung geschworen und würde mich mit einer solchen Aussage selbst ins Abseits stellen und meine berufliche Zukunft aufs Spiel setzen. Dazu kommt, dass der Plattlinger Anzeiger in einer Region erscheint, die seit mehr als dreieinhalb Jahren meine Wahlheimat ist. Eine solche Falschberichterstattung ist so geeignet, meine Reputation auch über mein berufliches Wirken hinaus nachhaltig zu beschädigen.

Das gilt so in etwas abgeschwächter Form auch für das zweite Zitat. Nach einer Zusammenfassung zum Wirken besagter Wochenzeitung folgt „Meyens Meinung“, wieder in Anführungszeichen und mir damit wortwörtlich in den Mund gelegt: „Die Medien haben sich der Propaganda der NATO vollumfänglich unterworfen.“

Ich kann nur mutmaßen, von wem beide Zitate stammen. „Propaganda der NATO“ ist nicht mein Thema, Pauschalisierungen wie „die Medien“ liegen mir fern, und ich würde den Teufel tun, die Bundesrepublik Deutschland als „Diktatur“ zu bezeichnen oder das Wort „Spritzenmörder“ in den Mund zu nehmen (wie auch das Wort „vollumfänglich“, aber das nur am Rande). Falls beide Zitate im DW gestanden haben sollten: Ich habe meine „Beziehung“ zu dieser Wochenzeitung in einem Buch behandelt (Wie ich meine Uni verlor, 2023) und außerdem eine Stellungnahme veröffentlicht (In eigener Sache, 9. Mai 2024).

Dort steht auch, dass ich gegen die Disziplinarstrafe klage, von der Andrea Weidemann zu berichten weiß (verhängt allerdings nicht „von der LMU“, sondern von der Landesanwaltschaft, einer internen Ermittlungsbehörde). Das Verfahren läuft noch. Die Kürzung der „Bezüge um zehn Prozent“ ist folglich ausgesetzt. Ich könnte mich hier also auch wegen eines Verstoßes gegen Ziffer 13 beschweren.

Zusammengefasst: Andrea Weidemann zielt mit ihrem Text darauf ab, meine Ehre zu verletzen, meine Reputation in Frage zu stellen und die Leser ihrer Zeitung so davon abzuhalten, die Lesung von Patrik Baab am folgenden Tag zu besuchen. Die Autorin legt mir dazu zwei Zitate in den Mund, die nicht von mir stammen. Statt diese Zitate von mir bestätigen zu lassen, schickt sie in einer Mail das, was sie offenbar unter „kritischen Fragen“ versteht (Überschrift des Artikels), und wundert sich dann auch noch, dass es darauf keine Antworten gibt. Der Beitrag verstößt gegen die Ziffern 1, 2 und 9 des Pressekodex und würde auch bei Ziffer 13 einer näheren Prüfung nicht standhalten.

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เพื่อนๆอาจรู้สึกว่าโพสที่เล่าเรื่อง Precision Fermentation มันดูห่างไกลเหลือเกิน และอาจคิดว่า ณ ตอนนี้ยังสามารถเลือกได้ ไม่เห็นต้องตื่นตูมเลยแค่กินของธรรมชาติก็รอดแล้ว 55555 ไม่เป็นไรครับผมเข้าใจเพราะมันดูไกลตัว และซีรีส์นี้ผมมีเหตุผลในการเขียนอย่างต่อเนื่อง และค้น ค้น ค้น อย่างหนักเพื่อบันทึกการค้นคว้าของผมเอาไว้ ที่ใดสักที่หนึ่ง แล้ววันนึงถึงเวลา จะมีคนค้นดูบ้างว่า โลกมันเกิดอะไรแบบนี้ขึ้นได้ยังไงนะ (ในวงเล็บฮา)

ผมตั้งชื่อตอนนี้ว่า นมที่ไม่มีวัวเกิดขึ้นแล้ว เมื่อ "Perfect Day" พยายามกำหนดอนาคตอาหารให้มนุษย์ทั้งโลกใหม่

ในวันที่โลกกำลังสับสนระหว่างคำว่า “ยั่งยืน” กับ “ควบคุมได้” มีบริษัทหนึ่งที่กำลังสร้างฝันแบบใหม่ให้กับอาหารที่เรากินกันทุกวัน นั่นคือ Perfect Day บริษัทเทคโนโลยีชีวภาพจากสหรัฐฯ ที่ไม่ได้ขายนม แต่มาขายอนาคตว่า “คุณไม่ต้องเลี้ยงวัวอีกต่อไป แต่ยังได้นมที่เหมือนเดิมเป๊ะ” โดยใช้กระบวนการที่เรียกว่า Precision Fermentation นั่นเอง

ฟังดูดีใช่ไหม? แต่ลองก้มดูข้างกล่องอีกที แล้วถามตัวเองว่า “นี่มันอาหาร... หรือผลิตภัณฑ์ทดลองทางพันธุกรรมที่กำลังรุกคืบสู่ชีวิตเราแบบแนบเนียน?”

Perfect Day ผลิตอะไร? Perfect Day ใช้จุลินทรีย์ที่ถูก “ตัดต่อพันธุกรรม” เรียกว่า Microflora ให้สามารถสร้างเวย์โปรตีน (โปรตีนหลักในนม) ได้ในห้องแล็บ มาเลี้ยงในถังหมัก เพื่อผลิตเวย์โปรตีนที่มีโครงสร้างเหมือนกับเวย์จากนมวัวทุกประการ แต่ไม่ต้องใช้สัตว์เลยแม้แต่น้อย แล้วนำโปรตีนนั้นไปใช้ในผลิตภัณฑ์หลากหลาย ตั้งแต่นม ไอศกรีม ไปจนถึงเครื่องดื่มโปรตีน แถมยังชูจุดขายด้วยว่า กระบวนการนี้ช่วยลดการปล่อยก๊าซเรือนกระจกได้ถึง 97% และลดการใช้น้ำได้ถึง 99% เมื่อเทียบกับการผลิตนมแบบดั้งเดิม

ที่สำคัญคือสินค้าจาก Perfect Day มีจำหน่ายแล้วในทุกวันนี้ครับ ในสารพัดแบรนด์เช่น Very Dairy วางขายในสิงคโปร์ Strive FREEMILK ที่ Amazon และร้านค้าในอเมริกา Breyers Lactose-Free Chocolate Ice Cream ร่วมกับ Unilever Modern Kitchen Cream Cheese ที่เคยวางขาย และกำลังปรับกลยุทธ์ และยังมีอีกเพียบเลยครับ

นี่ไม่ใช่ทางเลือก แต่มันคือ “การรุกคืบ” Perfect Day ไม่ได้หยุดแค่ขายของ พวกเขา ขายความคิดว่าของที่พวกเขาผลิต “ดีต่อโลกกว่า” และ “เป็นนวัตกรรมที่จำเป็นต่ออนาคต” โดยที่ไม่พูดถึงว่า -มันถูกสร้างขึ้นจากสิ่งมีชีวิตตัดต่อพันธุกรรม -ต้องใช้เทคโนโลยีสูงที่ประชาชนไม่มีสิทธิผลิตเอง -อยู่ภายใต้สิทธิบัตรที่สามารถควบคุมการใช้วัตถุดิบอาหารได้แต่ผู้เดียว

ลองนึกภาพว่า… วันหนึ่งหากผู้คนคุ้นเคยกับ “นมที่ไม่มีวัว” เพราะมันรสชาติถูกปากถูกใจ แถมยังถูกจริตการรักษ์โลกแบบที่เขาบอกว่าต้องรักอย่างไร และถ้าบริษัทเหล่านี้เข้าถึงโรงเรียน โรงพยาบาล หรือโครงการรัฐ เราจะเหลือ อำนาจในการเลือก จริง ๆ หรือไม่?

เบื้องหลังแผนจากแล็บสู่กลยุทธ์ครอบคลุมตลาด ปี 2023 Perfect Day ขายแบรนด์ฝั่งผู้บริโภคของตน (เช่น The Urgent Company) ให้กับ Superlatus เพื่อโฟกัสเฉพาะ B2B (Business to Business) กลยุทธ์นี้คือการ “เป็นเจ้าของวัตถุดิบ” และปล่อยให้แบรนด์ต่าง ๆ ในตลาดมาเป็นลูกค้า แปลว่าในอนาคต นม ไอศกรีม หรือโปรตีนบาร์ที่คุณกินในทุกวันนี้อาจใช้เวย์โปรตีนจาก GMO โดยที่คุณไม่รู้ตัวก็ได้ จุดนี้หละครับสำคัญ วันไหนนะที่จะมาถึงบ้านเรา

การเข้ายึดครองตลาดไม่ต้องใช้ชื่อ Perfect Day ก็ได้... แค่ฝังมันไว้ในวัตถุดิบ แล้วส่งออกไปยังโรงงานอุตสาหกรรมอาหารทั้งโลก ควบคุมอยู่เบื้องหลังเป็นกระดูกสันหลังที่สำคัญต่อการเคลื่อนที่ไปโดยปริยาย

ทั้งนี้เพราะ Perfect Day มีพันธมิตรมากมาย ไม่ว่าจะเป็น Unilever / Nestlé / Mars / Bel Group / Coolhaus / Very Dairy / Ice Age! / Strive Nutrition และอื่นๆอีกมากมาย

ที่น่าสนใจคือ มีหลักฐานชัดเจนว่า Nestlé ได้ร่วมมือกับ Perfect Day ในการพัฒนาผลิตภัณฑ์นมที่ปราศจากสัตว์ โดยใช้เวย์โปรตีนที่ผลิตจากกระบวนการ precision fermentation ของ Perfect Day

ความร่วมมือระหว่าง Nestlé และ Perfect Day เกิดขึ้นในเดือนกันยายน 2022 โดย Nestlé ได้ประกาศความร่วมมือกับ Perfect Day เพื่อพัฒนาผลิตภัณฑ์นมที่ปราศจากสัตว์ โดยใช้เวย์โปรตีนที่ผลิตจากจุลินทรีย์ที่ได้รับการดัดแปลงพันธุกรรม ​ผลิตภัณฑ์ที่พัฒนาขึ้น ได้แก่ เครื่องดื่มนมพร้อมดื่ม (RTD) รสช็อกโกแลตและรสดั้งเดิม ภายใต้ชื่อแบรนด์ Cowabunga ซึ่งวางจำหน่ายในร้าน Safeway บางแห่งในแคลิฟอร์เนีย ​Green Queen ความร่วมมือนี้เป็นส่วนหนึ่งของโครงการ R+D Accelerator ของ Nestlé ในสหรัฐอเมริกา ซึ่งมุ่งเน้นการพัฒนาและทดสอบผลิตภัณฑ์ใหม่ๆ อย่างรวดเร็ว ​

Nestlé ได้ร่วมมือกับ Perfect Day ในการพัฒนาผลิตภัณฑ์นมที่ปราศจากสัตว์ โดยใช้เวย์โปรตีนที่ผลิตจากกระบวนการ precision fermentation ซึ่งเป็นการตอบสนองต่อความต้องการของผู้บริโภคที่มองหาทางเลือกที่ยั่งยืนและเป็นมิตรต่อสิ่งแวดล้อม

​ณ เดือนมกราคม 2025 บริษัท Perfect Day มีรายได้ประจำปีในปี 2024 Perfect Day มีรายได้รวมประมาณ 35 ล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐ ​มูลค่าบริษัทจากการระดมทุนรอบล่าสุดในเดือนมกราคม 2024 ทำให้บริษัทมีมูลค่าประเมินอยู่ที่ 1.6 พันล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐ

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@ dab6c606:51f507b6

Core idea: Use geotagged anonymized Nostr events with Cashu-based points to snitch on cop locations for a more relaxed driving and walking

We all know navigation apps. There's one of them that allows you to report on locations of cops. It's Waze and it's owned by Google. There are perfectly fine navigation apps like Organic Maps, that unfortunately lack the cop-snitching features. In some countries, it is illegal to report cop locations, so it would probably not be a good idea to use your npub to report them. But getting a points Cashu token as a reward and exchanging them from time to time would solve this. You can of course report construction, traffic jams, ...

Proposed solution: Add Nostr client (Copstr) to Organic Maps. Have a button in bottom right allowing you to report traffic situations. Geotagged events are published on Nostr relays, users sending cashu tokens as thank you if the report is valid. Notes have smart expiration times.

Phase 2: Automation: Integration with dashcams and comma.ai allow for automated AI recognition of traffic events such as traffic jams and cops, with automatic touchless reporting.

Result: Drive with most essential information and with full privacy. Collect points to be cool and stay cool.

@ 5d4b6c8d:8a1c1ee3

We have playoff contests galore (https://stacker.news/items/947140/r/Undisciplined, https://stacker.news/items/943657/r/Undisciplined, https://stacker.news/items/945970/r/Undisciplined, https://stacker.news/items/945376/r/Undisciplined), which of course means we also have lots of playoff action to cover.

There are also several regular season contests going on (https://stacker.news/items/947153/r/Undisciplined, https://stacker.news/items/946412/r/Undisciplined, https://stacker.news/items/945561/r/Undisciplined, https://stacker.news/items/943383/r/Undisciplined), as well as the mish mash of events in the USA vs the world.

@BlokchainB posted some ideas for fixing the NBA and some of them seem promising. What really needs to be fixed?

@Coinsreporter has taken it upon himself to help us make smart decisions at Predyx. There are also some new exciting markets we want to talk about, plus just catch up on how our degeneracy is going.

The NFL Draft is this week. Stackers made their surprise picks. It's not too late to add yours to the mix. @grayruby also has some 49ers trade proposals for the Raiders number 6 pick. It'll be a tough sell.

The MLB is preposterously unbalanced. In @grayruby's words "The American League sucks".

Plus, whatever Stackers put in the comments.

Last, but not least, thank you to our listeners and supporters. As I write this, we're the #38 podcast on Fountain and Episode 27 is the #38 episode.

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/947216

@ 7bdef7be:784a5805

The following script try, using nak, to find out the last ten people who have followed a target_pubkey, sorted by the most recent. It's possibile to shorten search_timerange to speed up the search.

```

!/usr/bin/env fish

Target pubkey we're looking for in the tags

set target_pubkey "6e468422dfb74a5738702a8823b9b28168abab8655faacb6853cd0ee15deee93"

set current_time (date +%s) set search_timerange (math $current_time - 600) # 24 hours = 86400 seconds

set pubkeys (nak req --kind 3 -s $search_timerange wss://relay.damus.io/ wss://nos.lol/ 2>/dev/null | \ jq -r --arg target "$target_pubkey" ' select(. != null and type == "object" and has("tags")) | select(.tags[] | select(.[0] == "p" and .[1] == $target)) | .pubkey ' | sort -u)

if test -z "$pubkeys" exit 1 end

set all_events "" set extended_search_timerange (math $current_time - 31536000) # One year

for pubkey in $pubkeys echo "Checking $pubkey" set events (nak req --author $pubkey -l 5 -k 3 -s $extended_search_timerange wss://relay.damus.io wss://nos.lol 2>/dev/null | \ jq -c --arg target "$target_pubkey" ' select(. != null and type == "object" and has("tags")) | select(.tags[][] == $target) ' 2>/dev/null)

set count (echo "$events" | jq -s 'length')

if test "$count" -eq 1
    set all_events $all_events $events
end

end

if test -n "$all_events" echo -e "Last people following $target_pubkey:" echo -e ""

set sorted_events (printf "%s\n" $all_events | jq -r -s '
unique_by(.id) |
sort_by(-.created_at) |
.[] | @json
')

for event in $sorted_events
    set npub (echo $event | jq -r '.pubkey' | nak encode npub)
    set created_at (echo $event | jq -r '.created_at')
    if test (uname) = "Darwin"
        set follow_date (date -r "$created_at" "+%Y-%m-%d %H:%M")
    else
        set follow_date (date -d @"$created_at" "+%Y-%m-%d %H:%M")
    end
    echo "$follow_date - $npub"
end

end ```

@ 7bdef7be:784a5805

We value sovereignty, privacy and security when accessing online content, using several tools to achieve this, like open protocols, open OSes, open software products, Tor and VPNs.

The problem

Talking about our social presence, we can manually build up our follower list (social graph), pick a Nostr client that is respectful of our preferences on what to show and how, but with the standard following mechanism, our main feed is public, so everyone can actually snoop what we are interested in, and what is supposable that we read daily.

The solution

Nostr has a simple solution for this necessity: encrypted lists. Lists are what they appear, a collection of people or interests (but they can also group much other stuff, see NIP-51). So we can create lists with contacts that we don't have in our main social graph; these lists can be used primarily to create dedicated feeds, but they could have other uses, for example, related to monitoring. The interesting thing about lists is that they can also be encrypted, so unlike the basic following list, which is always public, we can hide the lists' content from others. The implications are obvious: we can not only have a more organized way to browse content, but it is also really private one.

One might wonder what use can really be made of private lists; here are some examples:

• Browse “can't miss” content from users I consider a priority;
• Supervise competitors or adversarial parts;
• Monitor sensible topics (tags);
• Following someone without being publicly associated with them, as this may be undesirable;

The benefits in terms of privacy as usual are not only related to the casual, or programmatic, observer, but are also evident when we think of how many bots scan our actions to profile us.

The current state

Unfortunately, lists are not widely supported by Nostr clients, and encrypted support is a rarity. Often the excuse to not implement them is that they are harder to develop, since they require managing the encryption stuff (NIP-44). Nevertheless, developers have an easier option to start offering private lists: give the user the possibility to simply mark them as local-only, and never push them to the relays. Even if the user misses the sync feature, this is sufficient to create a private environment.

To date, as far as I know, the best client with list management is Gossip, which permits to manage both encrypted and local-only lists.

Beg your Nostr client to implement private lists!

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In this edition, we invited Keypleb, the founder of Bitcoin Indonesia, to share how he built the Bitcoin community in Indonesia, overcoming challenges like member turnover and venue selection, while driving the adoption and growth of Bitcoin.

YakiHonne: Welcome, Keypleb. Before we begin, let me briefly introduce YakiHonne. YakiHonne is a decentralized media client built on Nostr—a protocol designed to empower freedom of speech through technology. It enables creators to own their voices and assets while offering innovative tools like smart widgets, verified notes, and support for long-form content. We focus on free speech and free media by user privacy and data to be protected. So before starting the interview, I'd like to hear about yourself and your community.

Keypleb：My name is Keypleb, though it’s a pseudonym—a name I use to respect privacy. I'm a co-founder of Bitcoin Indonesia, Bitcoin House Bali, and Code Orange, a new developer school we launched at a conference just a few days ago. We focus on driving adoption through meetups, hackathons, and technical workshops. I'll dive into more details later, but that's a brief overview. I'm based in Bali now, though I travel a lot and consider myself quite nomadic. Great to be here.

YakiHonne: What sparked your interest in Bitcoin and what motivated you to create a community on Bitcoin?

Keypleb：I first got interested in Bitcoin because it solved a specific problem. At the time, I didn’t know exactly what the solution was, but the problem was that I couldn’t afford a home. Back in 2019, I was living in London, and a two-bedroom apartment was £600,000, which was insanely expensive. First-time buyers like myself simply couldn’t afford it. Why was it so expensive? Why was buying a house so hard? During the COVID lockdown, I had more time on my hands and started listening to Michael Saylor on a Bitcoin podcast, where he talked about how the system is rigged, and that’s why people work hard but still can’t afford a house. That really resonated with me. So I started looking for a community, but unfortunately, there wasn’t one.. Keypleb：After moving to Bali, I attended a lot of crypto meetups, especially scammy altcoin ones, thinking, “There has to be a solution.” But none of them resonated with me. There was no sense of freedom, and no real discussion about inflation resistance. I remembered a podcast from Dea Reskita, an Indonesian host who’s pretty well-known online. I reached out to her and said, “ you’ve got to help me. I’m surrounded by all these shitcoiners, and I can’t take it anymore. I need a real community. Is anything happening?” She replied, “Yes, something is happening. We should restart these meetups next month.” And that’s how it all began. Keypleb：There’s also another story about how we started Bitcoin House and how Bitcoin in Asia came to be, but maybe I’ll save that for later. Anyway, the spark of interest came from Bitcoin solving a real problem, and my drive to keep going came from the lack of quality meetups. Now, we’ve hosted 31 meetups, launched Bitcoin House and Code Orange, and the movement is growing rapidly.

YakiHonne: That’s such an amazing story—going from being on the brink of homelessness to creating something so impactful, and keeping it running every day, bringing new people into the journey. It’s truly inspiring. I’m curious about how the community started. How did you manage to attract members and build a strong community? What challenges did you face along the way?

Keypleb：It all started with our first meetup at the end of 2022, which was two and a half years ago now. At that time, we sent out an email to a group from a previous database, and the first meetup had around 20 people, which was a good start. However, problems quickly arose as people started dropping off, and the community lacked retention. In Bali, people come and go, usually staying for no more than two months, leading to a lack of long-term participation. This became one of our challenges: how to attract more people and, more importantly, get the same people to keep coming back. While I've been coming back for two and a half years, not everyone is able to return as often, and that has been a real challenge. Keypleb：Actually, I should also mention how I met my co-founders—Marius, Diana, and Dimas. We met at the 2023 Indonesia Bitcoin Conference. As time went on, we kept hosting meetups and had a lot of fun each time, though the locations kept changing. One of the initial challenges was that we didn't realize the importance of having a fixed meetup location. We changed venues several times before we realized that having a consistent location is crucial. If anyone wants to run a meetup, it's best to always choose a fixed location. We learned this through trial and error, but now it's no longer an issue. Keypleb：Since the conference, my co-founders and I have been working together, consistently putting in the effort. This is why our community has grown so large—so far, we are hosting 31 monthly meetups, 6 of which are in Bali. This means there is a bitcoin meetup almost every day on a regular basis. We've also established Bitcoin House Bali, a physical space, and the movement is growing rapidly. Without this movement, the region would face many challenges, including inflation and heavy censorship. It all started from just one meetup. YakiHonne: It's amazing to see how you met your co-founders and how you’ve built something incredible that continues to grow today. What advice would you give to someone looking to start a successful Bitcoin community right now?

Keypleb：First, one very important piece of advice is to ensure that every meetup is held at the same location regularly. We realized this challenge through trial and error. To help others who are interested, we’ve published our meetup guide on GitHub, where everyone can check it out. For example, meetups should be held regularly, ideally once a month, or even once a week. In Chiang Mai, the Bitcoin meetup starts every Thursday at 7 PM, and everyone knows the time and location, making it easy to join without having to look up the next meetup. Keypleb：Additionally, our meetup structure is very simple. First, we do a round of introductions where everyone shares their name, where they’re from, and what Bitcoin means to them. This usually takes about 15 minutes. Then, we discuss three main questions: First, why do we need Bitcoin? The discussion typically focuses on two main issues Bitcoin addresses: inflation and censorship；Secondly, how to buy Bitcoin? We usually ask who wants to buy some Bitcoin, and then we do a small purchase together and conduct a P2P trade to demonstrate how easy it is to buy Bitcoin. Lastly, how to store Bitcoin? We introduce self-custody and show how to use hardware wallets (like Trezor), explaining the concept of the 12 words and private keys. Keypleb：The whole meetup usually wraps up in about an hour, after which people can continue socializing at Bitcoin House or wherever the meetup is taking place. In short, keeping the meetup simple and efficient, and ensuring a fixed location for each event, are key factors in building a successful community.

YakiHonne: What's the major approach? Is it more technical, or do you focus on non-technical aspects, or do you cover both?

Keypleb：Our approach includes both technical and non-technical content. Initially, our meetups were completely non-technical, just casual gatherings for people to socialize. Over time, however, we've evolved to incorporate more technical content. Keypleb：Out of the 31 monthly regular meetups we host, most of them have been non-technical, simply regular gatherings held at the same time and place according to our meetup guide. For example, we host the “Bitcoin for Beginners” meetup, which is designed for newcomers and takes place every second Friday of the month at 5 PM at the Bitcoin House Bali. This is entirely non-technical. Additionally, every Wednesday at Bitcoin House, we host the “My First Bitcoin” course. While the course touches on some technical aspects, such as seed phrases and backups, it’s still beginner-friendly and not too technical. The course runs for 10 weeks, and we plan to offer it in the local language at Bali University to help the local community better understand Bitcoin. Keypleb：On the other hand, we also offer highly technical content. We launched a new program called “Code Orange,” which is specifically designed for developers and programmers. We use the “Decoding Bitcoin” website, created by Jamal, which is a learning platform for developers. Many developer schools, like Code Orange, use this resource. Additionally, we host “Code Orange” meetups where we dive into the technical aspects of Bitcoin, such as how mining works and how to prevent single points of failure. Keypleb：We also organize technical workshops, such as “How to Defend Against a Five-Dollar Wrench Attack,” which is closely related to security. Recently, there have been some kidnapping incidents in Bali, and many people are concerned about their Bitcoin being stolen. To address this, we plan to hold a workshop on how to protect Bitcoin against such attacks. Additionally, we host hackathons and other high-tech events, and we just completed a very successful beginner-level hackathon. Keypleb：In summary, our community caters to everyone, from beginners to technical experts. For beginners, we offer easy-to-understand, non-technical content, while for experienced Bitcoiners, we provide in-depth technical material. YakiHonne: It's great to approach it in both ways, so everyone gets their own "piece of the cake."Now, I'd like to dive into the technical side. What advice would you give to technically inclined individuals or organizations looking to contribute to the Bitcoin ecosystem? How should they approach the technical aspects of Bitcoin if they want to get involved?

Keypleb：I have some additional advice. First, technical individuals can sign up for the “Decoding Bitcoin” course that starts on 18th March 2025 or join our “Code Orange” program and participate in the end-of-year hackathon. If they are technically proficient, this will be a great opportunity. “Decoding Bitcoin” is great for beginners, but it’s also useful for technical individuals. If someone is very skilled, they can start contributing code right away. If they find the course too easy, they can skip it and dive directly into more advanced projects. Additionally, Bitshala and Chaincode Labs offer advanced courses, which more technically advanced individuals can choose to pursue. Keypleb：Additionally, it's worth mentioning that the Bitcoin Dev Project has a great platform where technical individuals can find “Good First Issue” or open-source projects to start contributing code. You'll learn about the philosophy behind Bitcoin and why it's more meaningful than other “shitcoins.” Once you’ve taken enough “orange pills” (the philosophy and technology of Bitcoin), you can dive deeper into Bitcoin core development and potentially start coding in C++. If you're interested, you can join specific projects like Nostr, Fedimint or E-Cash.

YakiHonne: I’d like to move on to the next question: How do you see Bitcoin communities evolving as technology progresses, particularly in areas like scalability, privacy, and adaptability to other systems? Keypleb：I believe the Bitcoin community will continue to evolve, and it has already made incredible progress. Two and a half years ago, we started alone in Bali, with just ourselves. We began in the official phase and have had numerous conversations throughout the year. For example, we are now starting a Bitcoin club at a university in Bali; we just need to find a passionate, driven “Bitcoin maximalist,” and the Bitcoin club will begin. Like what our friends did in Banyuwangi, Indonesia, these clubs could eventually evolve into Bitcoin houses.

Keypleb：Regarding privacy and scalability, the community is making strides. We’re big fans of Fedi, which builds on top of the Fedimint protocol and uses e-cash to scale Bitcoin while improving privacy. Fedi low fees and high privacy potential give Bitcoin great opportunities in this area. Keypleb：As for Bitcoin's compatibility with fiat systems, although Bitcoin payments are illegal in some countries like Indonesia, smart developers across Southeast Asia are working on legal solutions. For example, there's a website called Pleb QR that works in Thailand, allowing you to pay in fiat via the Lightning Network. Koral is another app specifically for Indonesia. These kinds of testing products already exist and are physically possible, but we’re just waiting on regulations. My influential friends are actively lobbying the government for adoption. Keypleb：In summary, privacy, scalability, and compatibility with fiat systems are all works in progress, and they will continue to evolve positively. There will be more meetups, more wallet downloads, and more adoption—there’s no doubt about that.

YakiHonne: You mentioned the concept of cross-country issues, so I have one last question: How is the government’s stance on Bitcoin? Is the political climate supportive or against Bitcoin? How do you see the government's approach to Bitcoin in your community or environment?

Keypleb：This reminds me of a person, Jeff Booth, who once said, “We are them, the government is made up of us.” In Indonesia, many politicians actually support Bitcoin, and many of them mine Bitcoin themselves. When money is involved, the incentive is strong, and politicians naturally like to make more money. As a result, Indonesia has a large Bitcoin mining scene. However, overall, the Indonesian government is against Bitcoin, as seen in their ban on Bitcoin payments. The 2011 currency law states that any currency other than the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) cannot be used, and violators can face up to one year in prison or a fine. This means you cannot pay with US dollars, lira, euros, pesos or pounds. Keypleb：This shows that the government’s legal system is somewhat fragile. It’s understandable that the government is concerned about disruptive technologies like Bitcoin, especially with such a fragile fiat system. Indonesia has also seen many arrests. In 2016, Bank Indonesia issued a letter announcing a crackdown on cryptocurrency payments. Those involved in paying in Bitcoin had their funds seized, and the police cooperated in shutting down businesses accepting Bitcoin payments in the cities. While this isn't very friendly, it does highlight the fragility of the existing system. We also believe that a new executive order may be introduced in the future, similar to when President Roosevelt in 1933 ordered Americans to hand over all their gold with his Executive Order 6102. If it happened before, it could happen again. Keypleb：Therefore, we predict that Bitcoin custody could become a legal issue, which is one of the reasons we blur the faces of participants at every meetup. We need to protect the community from any potential risks. But overall, we remain optimistic. Despite the government ban, the ideology of Bitcoin is unstoppable, and its spread cannot be stopped. So, we are very optimistic about the future.

YakiHonne: I think almost every government around the world, even in Africa, faces similar issues with Bitcoin. Some governments might want Bitcoin but hesitate to openly accept it due to the fear of it undermining the traditional financial system, which, of course, could eventually happen. But hopefully, as the new generation comes into power, we'll see more Bitcoin-friendly governments. So, thank you so much for sharing your insights and advice. I really appreciate your time and the valuable input you've provided.

Keypleb：I'm really glad this conversation enlightened me. I enjoyed it a lot, and it made me reflect on how much work we're doing and how valuable it is. There are a lot of problems out there, with censorship being the biggest one, followed by inflation, which is also a major issue depending on the region. But Bitcoin is open, the community is growing, and people are fighting against censorship and internet shutdowns in places like Indonesia and beyond. The movement is definitely growing. So, I'm very happy to be here and have this chat. Thanks again.

Bitcoin Indonesia nostr: nostr:npub1y4qd2zhtn05gnsaaq5xfejzfk4a32638tx6gpp9g8k6e42g9d66qaxhcr3

Keypleb nostr: nostr:npub190trvg63e6tyqlwlj6lccqpftx76lckj25c006vwx3dzvdl88yxs2nyqdx

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https://youtu.be/qK7ffYzxiiQ

Resolvr was recently featured in The Institutes RiskStream Collaborative's educational video series on insurance digitization and cross-border payments. With over a century of history educating insurance professionals, The Institutes has established itself as the premier knowledge resource in risk management and insurance. And its RiskStream Collaborative non-profit serves as the industry's largest enterprise-level technology consortium focused on streamlining insurance processes through innovative solutions.

Resolvr's co-founders, Aaron Daniel and Dave Schwab, were joined by industry experts Lizzy Eisenberg from Lightspark and Austin Cornell from Zero Hash to discuss how Bitcoin and the Lightning Network are transforming global insurance payments operations.

Watch the video to learn how Resolvr is leveraging these real-time digital settlement networks to solve significant inefficiencies in today's insurance payment ecosystem - from the months-long settlement times that trap billions in value, to the manual reconciliation processes costing the industry nearly £1 billion annually at Lloyd's of London alone.

We're grateful to RiskStream Collaborative for showcasing these transformative technologies and emphasizing the importance of combining specialized insurance-native interfaces with powerful payment infrastructure to solve industry-specific challenges.

For more information about how Resolvr can help your organization streamline premium processing and payments, contact us today.

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This is our fastest turnaround. The 1st round of the playoffs starts tomorrow and the Play-In Tournament doesn't end until tonight.

We don't know the 8th seeds yet but all the other matchups are set. Don't forget to set your brackets for the Playoff Bracket Challenge, either.

Matchups (seed)

Clippers (5) @ Nuggets (4) Bucks (5) @ Pacers (4) Timberwolves (6) @ Lakers (3) Pistons (6) @ Knicks (3) Warriors (7) @ Rockets (2) Magic (7) @ Celtics (2) TBD (8) @ Thunder (1) TBD (8) @ Cavaliers (1)

You need to select one team from this round to win their series. You also need to predict who will be the highest scoring player in this round. You have until tip-off to select a team or player.

Scoring this round 1 Point for your team winning + Your team's seed if they win + 1 Point for picking the correct top scorer

This round has a maximum of 10 points.

Prize 10k sats (or sum of zaps on contest posts, whichever is larger)

cc: @gnilma, @BlokchainB, @grayruby, @Carresan, @fishious, @Coinsreporter, @WeAreAllSatoshi

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/947140

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Bamberg is one of the most enchanting towns in Bavaria, known for its UNESCO-listed old town, picturesque half-timbered houses, cobbled streets, and unique smoked beer. Built on seven hills and straddling the Regnitz River, Bamberg has an irresistible old-world charm that feels straight out of a storybook.

🏰 Top Things to See in Bamberg

🏛️ Bamberg Old Town (Altstadt)

• One of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns
• Wander its winding lanes, colorful buildings, and riverside walkways
• Don’t miss Obere Brücke, a bridge that cuts through the town with a Baroque Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) perched on an island

⛪ Bamberg Cathedral (Bamberger Dom)

• A majestic 13th-century cathedral with four spires
• Houses the Bamberg Horseman statue and the tombs of Pope Clement II and Emperor Henry II

🌉 Little Venice (Klein Venedig)

• A charming row of fishermen's houses along the river
• Perfect for a romantic stroll or a gondola-style boat ride

🏰 Altenburg Castle

• Perched on the highest of Bamberg’s seven hills
• Offers panoramic views over the city and surrounding countryside
• Great spot for photos and a beer at the rustic tavern

🍺 Smoke Beer & Beer Culture

• Bamberg is the capital of Franconian beer, home to 10 breweries
• Try the famous Rauchbier (smoked beer) at Schlenkerla, served straight from the barrel
• Don’t miss a beer tasting tour or visit the Franconian Brewery Museum

🌿 Nature & Walks

• Stroll along the Regnitz riverbanks or hike up through Stephansberg
• Explore the Hain Park, a green oasis perfect for picnics or renting paddle boats

🍽️ What to Eat

• Schäuferla (roast pork shoulder with crispy skin)
• Bamberger Hörnla (a local croissant-style pastry)
• Franconian bratwurst with sauerkraut
• Local cheeses and pretzels served in cozy beer gardens

📅 Best Time to Visit

• Spring–Autumn (May–Oct): Ideal for exploring on foot, enjoying beer gardens, and outdoor cafés
• December: Cozy Christmas markets light up the medieval streets
• Summer: Expect cultural festivals, riverside music, and sunny terrace vibes

🚉 Getting There

• Easily reached by train from Nuremberg (45 min) or Munich (2 hours)
• The historic core is very walkable—no car needed!

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就是底部栏 有一个写blog的 按钮，这个按钮现在不居中。如何解决呢？我再求助一下 deepseek吧。

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GM, Nostriches!

The Nostr Review is a biweekly newsletter focused on Nostr statistics, protocol updates, exciting programs, the long-form content ecosystem, and key events happening in the Nostr-verse. If you’re interested, join me in covering updates from the Nostr ecosystem!

Quick review:

In the past two weeks, Nostr statistics indicate over 221,000 daily trusted pubkey events. The number of new users has seen a notable decrease, with profiles containing a contact list dropping by 79%. More than 10 million events have been published, reflecting a 12% decrease. Total Zap activity stands at approximately 21 million, marking a 15% increase.

Additionally, 15 pull requests were submitted to the Nostr protocol, with 2 merged. A total of 45 Nostr projects were tracked, with 8 releasing product updates, and over 569 long-form articles were published, 24% focusing on Bitcoin and Nostr. During this period, 7 notable events took place, and 2 significant events are upcoming.

Nostr Statistics

Based on user activity, the total daily trusted pubkeys writing events is about 221,000, representing a slight 8 % decrease compared to the previous period. Daily activity peaked at 17662 events, with a low of approximately 15781.

The number of new users has decreased significantly. Profiles with bio are now around 25951, reflecting a 79% drop. Pubkeys writing events have decreased by 50% compared to the previous period.

Regarding event publishing, all metrics have shown a decline. The total number of note events published is around 10 million, reflecting a 12% decrease. Posts remain the most dominant in terms of volume, totaling approximately 1.7 million, which is a 4.4 % decrease. Both reposts and reactions have decreased by about 5%.

For zap activity, the total zap amount is about 21 million, showing an increase of over 15% compared to the previous period.

Data source: https://stats.nostr.band/

NIPs

Added optional signString() method

nostr:npub1emq0gngdvntdn4apepxrxr65vln49nytqe0hyr58fg9768z5zmfqcwa3jz is proposing a signString() method that allow Nostr users to sign/authenticate messages for external apps without compromising their private key (nsec).It opens up a more generic and flexible challenge-response style external authentication method, using the same Schnorr signature mechanism that Nostr uses to sign events natively.External apps need only understand Schnorr signatures - they do not need to understand Nostr's event structure. This widens interoperability.A concrete example of where this would be useful is P2PK locking of Cashu ecash tokens to a Nostr pubkey (npub). Decoding the token requires a Scnorr signature on a structured message string. This method would allow a signer to handle It cleanly.

add nipB0, social bookmarking

nostr:npub180cvv07tjdrrgpa0j7j7tmnyl2yr6yr7l8j4s3evf6u64th6gkwsyjh6w6 defines kind:39701 as website bookmarks.Bookmarks can be queried by the d tag, which is just their URL without the scheme, which is always and everywhere assumed to be https://. The querystring and the hash must be removed entirely, unless their requirement is explicitly stated either by the user or by some hardcoded list of URLs that rely on query strings for basic routing provided by the client (I've searched the internet extensively and could only find 3 websites that do this: YouTube, Hacker News and a random guy's sad old blog). Bookmarks can be commented on with NIP-22.

NIP-XX: Progress Event

nostr:npub1zwnx29tj2lnem8wvjcx7avm8l4unswlz6zatk0vxzeu62uqagcash7fhrf is proposing a NIP that covers the inclusion of Progress Events as implemented in Open Librarian. While the specific implementation is focused on tracking reading progress, the NIP is generic enough to be used in a whole range of other progress tracking scenarios (e.g. Fitness challenges, course progression for learning, personal goals etc..)

Extension of NIP-51

nostr:npub1zwnx29tj2lnem8wvjcx7avm8l4unswlz6zatk0vxzeu62uqagcash7fhrf is proposing a NIP that includes a minor update to extend kind 30003 in NIP-51 to include the i tag for external identities, as implemented for book reading lists in Open Librarian.

NIP-73: add git permalinks

nostr:npub15qydau2hjma6ngxkl2cyar74wzyjshvl65za5k5rl69264ar2exs5cyejr is proposing a NIP that Enable references to commits, files and lines for both nip34 repositories and other git repositories. Useful for code reviews of nip34 patches, the forthcoming nip95 code snippets and referencing specific code more generally.

Notable Projects

Yakihonne nostr:npub1yzvxlwp7wawed5vgefwfmugvumtp8c8t0etk3g8sky4n0ndvyxesnxrf8q

🌐web v4.5.0: * Custom reactions are here! Choose your preferred emoji to react to notes and other content. * Improved profile organization with notes and replies now displayed separately. * Adding the ability to zap notes directly from the notifications center. * Enhanced DM filtering by time, allowing you to view only recent messages or browse further back. * Manual cache clearing from settings to optimize web app performance. * Resolved issue preventing users from removing custom media uploader servers. * Expanded export data, including more relevant details in credential and wallet files. * General bug fixes and performance improvements.

📱mobile v1.6.8: * One tap zap: Send a Lightning Network payment with one tap. * Dms extensive filtering: Use advanced filters to sort or prioritise direct messages efficiently. * Separating replies from notes: Split replies and notes in profiles, adding a tab for easier browsing. * Adding slide to display options: Swipe in notifications to access zap, reply, or DM options quickly. * Custom reactions: Choose from a set of emojis for personalised reactions, beyond standard likes. * App cache manager: Manage and clear app cache to boost performance and save space. * Variety of bugs fixed: Fixed multiple bugs for a more stable and seamless app experience. * General app improvements: Enhanced overall performance, usability, and design across the app.

0xchat nostr:npub1tm99pgz2lth724jeld6gzz6zv48zy6xp4n9xu5uqrwvx9km54qaqkkxn72

0xChat v1.0.2-Desktop Beta is now live! * Supports NIP-104 MLS secret chat. * Copy images directly from the clipboard. * The app stays running after closing the window. * Fixed Enter key sending messages immediately on desktop.

Nostur v1.18.2 nostr:npub1n0stur7q092gyverzc2wfc00e8egkrdnnqq3alhv7p072u89m5es5mk6h0

Nostur v1.18.2 bugfix update: * Fixed Follow button sometimes disabled * Fixed account switching reload issue * Fixed custom feeds missing * Fixed live stream banner scroll/swipe issue * Fixed screen turns off while playing video

voca v0.0.6 nostr:npub17h9fn2ny0lycg7kmvxmw6gqdnv2epya9h9excnjw9wvml87nyw8sqy3hpu

This release fine tunes the release process and makes publishing to @Zapstore a lot easier. There are also continuous improvements to initializing the text to speech engine for a faster startup.

WasabiWallet 2.5.0 nostr:npub1jw7scmeuewhywwytqxkxec9jcqf3znw2fsyddcn3948lw9q950ps9y35fg

• 3rd Party Providers for Fee & Exchange Rate
• Quality of Life Features
• Backend and Coordinator packaged for Linux

GitPlaza nostr:npub1useke4f9maul5nf67dj0m9sq6jcsmnjzzk4ycvldwl4qss35fvgqjdk5ks

• Login via nsec
• Activity feed for the people you follow (only issue creation)
• Create issues
• Comment on issues

ZEUS v0.10.1 nostr:npub1xnf02f60r9v0e5kty33a404dm79zr7z2eepyrk5gsq3m7pwvsz2sazlpr5

ZEUS v0.10.1-beta1 is now available for testing. * NameDesc / bLIP-11 support: add receiver name to invoices * Bug fix: import of QR image from camera roll * Bug fix: Embedded LND: Open Channel: fund max * UI: Add dynamic background/text colors to Android NFC modal

KYCNOT.ME nostr:npub188x98j0r7l2fszeph6j7hj99h8xl07n989pskk5zd69d2fcksetq5mgcqf

• UI/UX - designe a new logo and color palette for kycnot.me.
• Point system - The new point system provides more detailed information about the listings, and can be expanded to cover additional features across all services.
• ToS Scrapper: implement a powerful automated terms-of-service scrapper that collects all the ToS pages from the listings. It saves you from the hassle of reading the ToS by listing the lines that are suspiciously related to KYC/AML practices.
• Search bar - The new search bar allows you to easily filter services. It performs a full-text search on the Title, Description, Category, and Tags of all the services.
• Transparency - To be more transparent, all discussions about services now take place publicly on GitLab.
• Additionally, there's a real-time audits page that displays database changes.
• Listing Requests - upgrade the request system. The new form allows you to directly request services or points without any extra steps.
• Lightweight and fast - The new site is lighter and faster than its predecessor!
• Tor and I2P - At last! kycnot.me is now officially on Tor and I2P!

Long-Form Content Eco

In the past two weeks, more than 569 long-form articles have been published, including over 94 articles on Bitcoin and more than 43 related to Nostr, accounting for 24% of the total content.

These articles about Nostr mainly explore the growing importance of decentralization in communication, identity management, and digital infrastructure. From beginner-friendly guides like Nostr 101 and Getting Started with Primal, to more technical deep dives such as NIP-101e, NIP-95, and tutorials on running Nostr relays as TOR hidden services. Some articles focus on security and privacy—like protecting your Nsec with Amber or using tools such as ProtonMail—while others tackle complex challenges including Sybil attack mitigation and child protection in decentralized environments. There are also cultural and political reflections, such as letters from political prisoners and thoughts on the future of free speech in a post-Twitter world. In addition, the Nostr community shows a strong spirit of experimentation—ranging from agent-to-agent communication through dad jokes, to desktop-like clients, fitness tracking protocols, and Lightning integrations like Work Zaps and Wallet Connect. Together, these pieces showcase a dynamic, resilient, and freedom-driven movement shaping the future of the web.

The Bitcoin articles discuss a wide range of themes—from foundational ideas like "What is Money?" and Bitcoin’s first principles, to practical guides on mining, self-custody, Lightning payments, and privacy tools. Many explore Bitcoin’s role as a hedge against inflation, a form of sovereignty, and a response to fiat fragility. Cultural and economic reflections appear throughout—ranging from using Bitcoin to buy homes in Italy, to hip-hop collaborations, and even personal stories of financial awakening. There's critical analysis of Bitcoin UX, memetics, policy-making, and even war-time monetary history. From node sovereignty to P2P lending, from grassroots adoption to global macro shifts, these articles together portray Bitcoin not just as a currency, but as a cultural movement, a technological evolution, and a lens to reimagine freedom, value, and the future of money.

Thank you, nostr:npub1akzvuyyd79us07m8mtp2ruuha3ylp9757qg46d50rcrkhnx0fs4q2xzr37 nostr:npub1q67f4d7qdja237us384ryeekxsz88lz5kaawrcynwe4hqsnufr6s27up0e nostr:npub1xr8tvnnnr9aqt9vv30vj4vreeq2mk38mlwe7khvhvmzjqlcghh6sr85uum nostr:npub1zmc6qyqdfnllhnzzxr5wpepfpnzcf8q6m3jdveflmgruqvd3qa9sjv7f60 nostr:npub1ygzj9skr9val9yqxkf67yf9jshtyhvvl0x76jp5er09nsc0p3j6qr260k2 nostr:npub1ktt8phjnkfmfrsxrgqpztdjuxk3x6psf80xyray0l3c7pyrln49qhkyhz0 nostr:npub1qny3tkh0acurzla8x3zy4nhrjz5zd8l9sy9jys09umwng00manysew95gx nostr:npub1l5r02s4udsr28xypsyx7j9lxchf80ha4z6y6269d0da9frtd2nxsvum9jm nostr:npub186k25a5rymtae6q0dmsh4ksen04706eurfst8xc5uzjchwkxdljqe59hv0 and others, for your work. Enriching Nostr’s long-form content ecosystem is crucial.

Nostriches Global Meet Ups

Recently, several Nostr events have been hosted in different countries.

• YakiHonne teamed up with Bitcoin Safari, nostr:npub1w7z986fez3gmjvxy6dd3sku4ndazhxzafjv2lf6aaa26mtl70q6scz4erj nostr:npub1t4ljwhhg7zlxeahxwgmkwqmn4jjxxq8lzhyuzy0zvy23hq0sacxsdl9fvv nostr:npub1pw778uxwkky3xgq7w3anykdwdw9g46xy8de9mnau0kgwzz375zkq3udv57 and FULAFIA University to successfully host a series of Nostr Workshops, attracting over 200 participants in total. These events introduced the Nostr ecosystem and Bitcoin payments, allowing attendees to explore decentralized technologies through YakiHonne while earning rewards. Participants were encouraged to register and verify their accounts to claim exclusive bonuses—and invite friends to unlock even more benefits.

• The 2025 Bitcoin, Crypto Economy, and Law FAQ Webinar was held online on March 20, 2025 (Thursday) from 12:00 to 13:00 Argentina time. The webinar was hosted by Martin Paolantonio (Academic Director of the course) and Daniel Rybnik (a lawyer specializing in Banking, Corporate, and Financial Law). The session aimed to introduce the academic program and explored Bitcoin, the crypto economy, and related legal issues.

• The monthly Bitcoin Meetup organized by Mi Primer Bitcoin took place on Thursday, March 27 at 7:00 PM at CRAFT Basilea in San Salvador. The event featured Bitcoin education, networking opportunities, live music, and fun extras like merchandise, raffles, and more. It was a vibrant evening dedicated to building community and spreading knowledge around Bitcoin. nostr:npub10zuxk4yhygswdmt5n9mfyeq6lh7gcu5g042tlggrgp8yunl32clqsu5t9r

Here is the upcoming Nostr event that you might want to check out.

• Bitcoin Educators Unconference 2025 will take place on April 10, 2025, at Bitcoin Park in Nashville, Tennessee, USA. This event is non-sponsored and follows an Unconference format, allowing all participants to apply as speakers and share their Bitcoin education experiences in a free and interactive environment. the event has open-sourced all its blueprints and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to encourage global communities to organize similar Unconference events.
• Panama Blockchain Week 2025 will take place from April 22 to 24 at the Panama Convention Center in Panama City. As the first large-scale blockchain event in Central America, it aims to position Panama as a leading blockchain financial hub in Latin America. The event features a diverse lineup, including a blockchain conference, Investor’s Night, Web3 gaming experiences, tech exhibitions, and an after-party celebration.

Additionally, We warmly invite event organizers who have held recent activities to reach out to us so we can work together to promote the prosperity and development of the Nostr ecosystem.

Thanks for reading! If there’s anything I missed, feel free to reach out and help improve the completeness and accuracy of my coverage.

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เวทีอุตสาหกรรมตัดต่อพันธุกรรมระดับโลก ที่กำลังจะเปลี่ยนอาหารทั้งระบบให้เป็นของบริษัทต่างๆ "Precision Fermentation" ซึ่งฟังดูเหมือนคล้ายการทำโยเกิร์ตหรือเบียร์ใช่มะ แต่ความจริงมันคือ การออกแบบชีวิตใหม่เพื่อขายเป็นอาหารครับ

เรามาเรียกชื่อตอนนี้ให้เท่ๆว่า Precision Fermentation จากถังหมัก สู่กับดักพันธุกรรม

Precision Fermentation (PF) ต่อจากนี้ไปอยากให้จำคำนี้ไว้ให้ดีๆ อ่านข่าวอาหารอะไรคอยดูว่ามีคำนี้ไหม มันคือการใช้ จุลินทรีย์ที่ถูกดัดแปลงพันธุกรรม (GMO yeast, bacteria, fungi) เพื่อผลิต “สารอาหาร” เช่น โปรตีนจากนม ไข่ขาว ไขมันสัตว์ เจลาติน วิตามิน โดยไม่ต้องมีสัตว์จริงอยู่ในระบบเลยสัก ใช้ตัวจุดขายว่า “อาหารแห่งอนาคตที่ปลอดสัตว์ เป็นมิตรกับโลก”

แต่เบื้องหลังมันคือ... ระบบปิดที่บริษัทเดียวควบคุมตั้งแต่สายพันธุ์จุลินทรีย์ เครื่องจักร ไปจนถึงสิทธิบัตรของอาหารทุกชิ้น

เป็นการหมักชีวิตให้กลายเป็นกรรมสิทธิ์ ในระบบ PF นักวิจัยจะเลือก DNA จากสัตว์ เช่น เคซีน (โปรตีนนมวัว) อัลบูมิน (โปรตีนไข่) ฮีม (กลิ่นเลือดในเนื้อวัว) แล้วเอาไปใส่ไว้ในยีสต์หรือจุลินทรีย์ เพื่อให้มัน "หมัก" ผลิตสารเหล่านี้ออกมาในถังขนาดใหญ่

ฟังดูน่าสนใจใช่ไหมครับ? แต่ DNA เหล่านั้นจะถูกจดสิทธิบัตรทันที และจุลินทรีย์เหล่านั้นก็จะถูกควบคุมโดยบริษัทไม่กี่รายเท่านั้น หมายความว่า โปรตีนจากไข่ นม หรือเนื้อ จะกลายเป็น “กรรมสิทธิ์ของบริษัท” ไม่ใช่ของธรรมชาติอีกต่อไป

บริษัทไหนบ้างที่เล่นเกมนี้ เรามาลองดูตัวอย่างกันครับ Perfect Day – ผลิตโปรตีนนมด้วยยีสต์ GMO The EVERY Company – ไข่ขาวจากเชื้อรา Clara Foods – โปรตีนจากไข่ด้วย PF Motif FoodWorks – กลิ่นเนื้อและไขมันจาก PF Impossible Foods – ฮีม (heme) จากถั่วเหลือง GMO ที่หมักด้วยยีสต์ดัดแปลง และที่สำคัญเหมือนเดิมครับเบื้องหลังคือเงินทุนจาก SoftBank, Bill Gates, Google Ventures และบริษัทอาหารระดับโลก เช่น Nestlé, Tyson Foods, Unilever

คำถามก็คือมันคืออาหารหรือเคมี เพราะสิ่งที่ได้จาก PF มักมีสถานะก้ำกึ่งระหว่างอาหารกับสารเคมี นอกจากนี้ยังมีงานวิจัยน้อยมากเรื่องผลกระทบต่อร่างกายระยะยาว ไม่ผ่านการพิสูจน์ในระบบย่อยอาหารมนุษย์อย่างชัดเจน หลายชนิดไม่บอกบนฉลากว่าได้จาก GMO fermentation หรือไม่ และบางบริษัทจงใจเรียกของตัวเองว่า “non-animal” เพื่อเลี่ยงการเปิดเผยว่าเป็น GMO

แต่สิ่งที่คาดว่าน่าจะเกิดขึ้นแน่ๆคือ 1.การครอบครองพันธุกรรมของสิ่งมีชีวิต ทุกยีสต์หรือจุลินทรีย์ในระบบ PF ถูก “จดสิทธิบัตร” ทั้งหมด ใครเลียนแบบ โดนฟ้อง ใครผลิตเองโดยไม่ได้รับอนุญาต โดนปิดกิจการ 2.การขับไล่เกษตรกรออกจากระบบอาหาร ไม่ต้องรีดนม ไม่ต้องเก็บไข่ ไม่ต้องเลี้ยงสัตว์ บริษัทไม่ต้องพึ่งเกษตรกรเลย แล้วใครจะอยู่รอดในระบบนี้? 3.การกำหนดราคาโดยผูกขาด PF ทำให้บริษัทมีอำนาจควบคุมแหล่งโปรตีน ถ้าบริษัทไม่ขาย หรือขายแพง ก็ไม่มีใครมีอำนาจต่อรอง 4.การขาดเสรีภาพในการเลือกอาหาร ถ้าของจริงถูกลดบทบาท และของเทียมถูกยัดใส่ผลิตภัณฑ์ทั่วไปแบบไม่ระบุฉลาก คนจะถูกหลอกว่า "กินอาหาร" ทั้งที่จริงๆ กำลังกินผลิตภัณฑ์ชีววิศวกรรมที่ไม่มีใครรู้แน่ชัดว่าปลอดภัยจริงไหม

หากอาหารของโลกต้องผ่านถังหมัก ผ่านโรงงาน ผ่านระบบสิทธิบัตร และต้องขอใบอนุญาตจากบริษัทยักษ์ทุกครั้งที่ผลิต โลกเราจะเหลือ “อาหารจากธรรมชาติ” แค่ในนิทานพื้นบ้าน อาหารที่ปู่ย่าตายายเคยปลูก เคยเลี้ยง เคยกิน อาจกลายเป็นของผิดกฎหมายในโลกอนาคต เพราะ ของที่ไม่ผ่านระบบ PF จะถูกตีตราว่า “ไม่สะอาด” หรือ “ไม่ยั่งยืน”

สิ่งที่ต้องรอดูต่อไปคือ เกมส์การโจมตีอาหาร real food จะมาในรูปแบบใดบ้าง ความสะอาด โรค หรือ การกีดกัน

เอาเป็นว่าถ้าคุณคิดว่ามันอีกยาวไกล ลองค้นคว้าดูไหมครับว่า นมโอ้ต ผลิตมาอย่างไร 5555

#pirateketo #กูต้องรู้มั๊ย #ม้วนหางสิลูก

@ 872982aa:8fb54cfe

博客和微博不一样，他是思考过的内容，所以，我认为他和书的性质相近。

他一定有修改更新功能。所以，我觉得要有存草稿功能，如何保存草稿呢？还没有想好，需要认真想想。按照标题保存？按照时间保存？

@ 75c02714:0e216b7e

QH99 nổi bật như một hệ sinh thái kỹ thuật số được thiết kế tinh tế nhằm mang lại trải nghiệm mượt mà, hiệu quả và mang tính cá nhân hóa cao cho người dùng trong thời đại số. Với một giao diện thân thiện và bố cục thông minh, nền tảng giúp người dùng dễ dàng tiếp cận các tính năng quan trọng mà không cần mất thời gian làm quen. Khả năng tương thích linh hoạt trên nhiều thiết bị — từ điện thoại thông minh, máy tính bảng đến máy tính để bàn — giúp người dùng có thể truy cập mọi lúc, mọi nơi mà không bị gián đoạn hay thay đổi trải nghiệm. Điều đặc biệt là QH99 liên tục cải tiến công nghệ giao diện dựa trên phản hồi thực tế từ cộng đồng người dùng, từ đó tối ưu hóa các nút chức năng, tốc độ tải trang và khả năng hiển thị nội dung sao cho vừa đẹp mắt vừa dễ sử dụng. Nhờ vậy, mỗi lần truy cập vào QH99 luôn mang đến cảm giác mới mẻ nhưng vẫn quen thuộc, cho phép người dùng thao tác nhanh gọn, tiết kiệm thời gian và tăng cường sự tập trung vào mục tiêu chính.

Không chỉ chú trọng đến trải nghiệm người dùng, QH99 còn đầu tư sâu vào nền tảng công nghệ và bảo mật dữ liệu. Mọi thao tác và luồng thông tin đều được xử lý qua các lớp mã hóa hiện đại, đảm bảo tuyệt đối về quyền riêng tư và tính an toàn trong mọi tình huống. Hệ thống được xây dựng dựa trên cấu trúc máy chủ hiệu năng cao, có khả năng xử lý lưu lượng truy cập lớn một cách trơn tru và nhanh chóng. Ngoài ra, QH99 còn tích hợp các thuật toán thông minh giúp tự động phát hiện và ngăn chặn các hành vi bất thường, từ đó giảm thiểu rủi ro và duy trì trạng thái ổn định cho toàn bộ nền tảng. Những cơ chế phòng ngừa này không chỉ mang tính kỹ thuật mà còn được hỗ trợ bởi đội ngũ chuyên môn túc trực liên tục nhằm theo dõi, nâng cấp và tối ưu hệ thống theo thời gian thực. Sự đầu tư bài bản vào bảo mật và vận hành như vậy chính là yếu tố nền tảng giúp QH99 xây dựng được niềm tin lâu dài từ cộng đồng người dùng rộng lớn.

Hơn cả một nền tảng công nghệ thông minh, QH99 còn đóng vai trò như một người đồng hành đáng tin cậy trong hành trình số hóa cá nhân của mỗi người dùng. Với định hướng phát triển bền vững và tầm nhìn chiến lược rõ ràng, QH99 không ngừng cập nhật những xu hướng công nghệ mới nhất, từ trí tuệ nhân tạo, học máy đến phân tích dữ liệu lớn để mang lại những giá trị thiết thực trong từng tương tác. Hệ thống liên tục học hỏi từ thói quen và nhu cầu của người dùng, từ đó đưa ra những đề xuất thông minh, giúp cá nhân hóa trải nghiệm ở mức độ sâu hơn. Đây chính là sự khác biệt khiến QH99 trở thành một nền tảng không chỉ phục vụ mà còn hiểu và phát triển cùng người dùng. Trong bối cảnh công nghệ ngày càng bùng nổ, QH99 đang chứng tỏ rằng mình không chỉ theo kịp xu thế mà còn tiên phong tạo ra chuẩn mực mới cho sự kết nối và trải nghiệm số hiện đại.

@ d5c3d063:4d1159b3

“วิธีที่ดีที่สุดในการทำลายทุนนิยมคือทำลายค่าเงิน” Lenin Was Right

ประโยคนี้ไม่ใช่แค่คำปลุกระดมของนักปฏิวัติ แต่มันเป็นเหมือนสัญญาณเตือนล่วงหน้า ที่คนส่วนใหญ่ไม่สนใจ จนวันหนึ่งมันก็เกิดขึ้นจริง แบบเงียบ ๆ โดยไม่มีใครทันตั้งตัว

Henry Hazlitt เขียนบทความนี้ไว้ตั้งแต่ปี 1947 เขาไม่เพียงบอกว่าเลนินพูดถูก แต่เขาแฉว่าโลกทั้งใบ “กำลังทำตามแผนของเลนิน” แบบไม่รู้ตัว

ตอนนั้นรัฐบาลหลายประเทศ โดยเฉพาะในยุโรป พิมพ์เงินออกมาใช้มหาศาล โดยอ้างว่าสงครามบีบบังคับให้ต้องทำแบบนั้น แต่ปัญหาคือ...พอสงครามจบในปี 1945 แล้ว รัฐกลับไม่หยุดพิมพ์เงิน ยังทำเหมือนอยู่ในภาวะฉุกเฉิน

เหมือนที่ อ. #SaifedeanAmmous พูดไว้ในหนังสือ #TheBitcoinStandard ว่าเวลารัฐอยากพิมพ์เงินแบบไม่ต้องรับผิดชอบ ก็แค่เอาสงครามมาอ้าง พอพูดว่า “เพื่อความมั่นคง” หรือ “เพื่อชาติ” เท่านั้นแหละ ทุกอย่างก็ดูเป็นเรื่องจำเป็นขึ้นมาทันที แล้วไม่มีใครกล้าถามว่าจริง ๆ แล้วเงินมันมาจากไหน

พอเงินเฟ้อมันแรง ของก็แพงขึ้น แต่รัฐไม่ยอมรับหรอกว่าที่ของแพงเพราะตัวเองพิมพ์เงินออกมาเยอะเกิน แต่กลับไปโทษพ่อค้า โทษคนทำธุรกิจ ว่าขายของแพง ค้ากำไรเกินควรซะงั้น

Hazlitt เขาเตือนว่า...รัฐกำลังทำให้คนเกลียดพ่อค้า เกลียดเจ้าของธุรกิจ เพื่อให้ดูเหมือนว่าตัวเองมีเหตุผลที่จะเข้ามาคุมเศรษฐกิจ ซึ่งที่น่ากลัวคือ... มันไม่ได้เกิดจากความไม่รู้ แต่มันเกิดจาก “ระบบ” ที่เปิดช่องให้เขาทำแบบนี้ได้เลย แบบไม่ต้องรับผิดชอบอะไรทั้งนั้น

ตรงนี้แหละที่ Hazlitt เอาคำพูดของ John Maynard Keynes เข้ามาเสริม เพราะแม้แต่ Keynes ก็ยังเคยเตือนไว้ในหนังสือ The Economic Consequences of the Peace ว่า “เงินเฟ้อ” มันเหมือนเครื่องมือเงียบ ๆ ที่จะค่อย ๆ ทำลายระบบเศรษฐกิจ โดยที่คนส่วนใหญ่ไม่รู้ตัว

Hazlitt เขาเป็น "สายวิจารณ์" Keynes ตัวพ่อเลยนะ เขาเขียนหนังสือ The Failure of the New Economics ที่ไล่รื้อแนวคิดของ Keynes แบบ “ตา-ต่อ-ตา หน้า-ต่อ-หน้า” กับหนังสือ The General Theory ของ Keynes เลยนะ

แต่พอมาในบทความนี้...Hazlitt กลับหยิบคำพูดของ Keynes มาใช้อย่างเต็มใจ เพราะมันตรงเกินไปที่จะมองข้ามได้ ว่าแม้แต่ #Keynes เองยังเคยเตือนเลยว่า “การทำลายค่าเงิน” คืออาวุธเงียบ ที่ใช้ทำลายระบบทุนนิยมได้อย่างแนบเนียนที่สุด . . พออ่านแล้วแบบ…แม้แต่คนที่เราคิดว่าเชียร์ฝั่งรัฐ ยังเตือนเรื่องนี้ไว้ แล้วเราจะยังเฉยอยู่ได้ไง

คือถ้าเงินมันถูกทำให้ด้อยค่าลงเรื่อย ๆ วันนึงมันจะพังแบบเงียบ ๆ จนคนไม่รู้ตัวเลย คนทั่วไปจะรู้แค่ว่าของมันแพงขึ้น แต่ไม่มีใครเห็น ว่าจริง ๆ แล้ว เงินที่เราใช้มันเริ่มไม่มีเสถียรภาพ และไม่มั่นคงอีกต่อไปแล้ว

แล้วถ้ามองตัวเลขนี่ยิ่งช็อก ระหว่างปี 1939 ถึง 1947 ในเวลาแค่ 8 ปี ปริมาณเงินในระบบของสหรัฐฯ เพิ่มจาก 33,000 ล้านดอลลารเป็น 108,500 ล้านดอลลาร์ พูดง่าย ๆ คือ คูณสาม (ช่วงสงครามโลกครั้งที่ 2)

Hazlitt พูดแบบตรง ๆ เลยว่า ปัญหาที่เกิดขึ้น มันไม่ใช่เพราะเศรษฐกิจโตหรือคนรวยขึ้นนะ มันเกิดจากการที่รัฐเพิ่มปริมาณเงินในระบบเร็วเกินไป เมื่อเงินในตลาดเลยเยอะขึ้น แต่ของที่มีให้ซื้อไม่ได้เยอะขึ้นตาม เมื่อเงินไหลเวียนมากขึ้น โดยที่ของยังมีเท่าเดิม ราคาของก็เลยพุ่ง

ทีนี้พอของขึ้นราคา รัฐบาลกลับไม่ยอมรับว่าเป็นเพราะเขาพิมพ์เงิน แต่ไปเลือกวิธีแก้แบบง่าย ๆ แต่สร้างปัญหาในระยะยาว เช่น สั่งห้ามขึ้นราคา กดดันคนทำธุรกิจให้แบกต้นทุนไว้ หรือไม่ก็ล็อกค่าเงิน เหมือนไม่มีอะไรเกิดขึ้น

หลังจากนั้น เศรษฐกิจยุโรปก็เริ่มพัง ผู้ผลิตเจอต้นทุนบาน การค้าระหว่างประเทศก็รวน สุดท้ายก็ต้องพึ่งดอลลาร์จากอเมริกา (Marshall Aid) มาช่วยอุ้ม เหมือนพิมพ์เงินของตัวเองจนระบบรวน แล้วไปขอเงินจากฝั่งที่พิมพ์ได้มากกว่าอีกที

นี่แหละจุดเริ่มของ “วิกฤตเศรษฐกิจโลกหลังสงคราม” ที่จริง ๆ แล้ว...ก็แค่เรื่องของการพิมพ์เงินล้วน ๆ . . แต่นั้นมันเป็นเรื่องเกิดขึ้นเมื่อปี 1947 นะ...แล้ววันนี้ล่ะ

ล่าสุด ปี 2020 ก่อนโควิด ระดับ M2 money supply ของสหรัฐอยู่ราว ๆ 15 ล้านล้านดอลลาร์ แค่ไม่กี่ปีต่อมา มันทะลุไปถึง 21 ล้านล้าน ในเวลาไม่ถึง 3 ปีเงินเพิ่มขึ้นในระบบเศรษฐกิจกว่า 6 ล้านล้านดอลลาร์

แล้วของก็แพงขึ้น ค่าแรงวิ่งตามไม่ทัน แต่แทนที่รัฐจะบอกว่า “เราพิมพ์เงินมากไป” ก็ไปเล่นมุกเดิม โทษตลาด โทษนายทุน โทษธุรกิจ (บ้างก็โทษโลกร้อน)

สุดท้ายก็จะมีคนบางกลุ่มเชียร์ให้ “ควบคุมราคา” อีก มันคือ loop เดิม ที่ #Hazlitt เคยเตือนไว้ เมื่อเกือบ 80 ปีก่อน.. . . สิ่งที่ซุปเห็นชัดเจนที่สุดจากบทความนี้คือ... เกมนี้มันไม่มีใครหยุดได้เลย ถ้าคุณยังถือเงินที่รัฐพิมพ์ได้

เพราะตราบใดที่ยังมีคนสั่งพิมพ์เงินได้ตามใจ ระบบเศรษฐกิจก็จะปั่นป่วนซ้ำไปซ้ำมา ของก็จะแพงขึ้นเรื่อย ๆ แบบไม่มีจุดจบ

คุณก็จะต้องเหนื่อยทำงานมากขึ้น แต่ซื้อได้น้อยลง แล้วคุณก็จะโทษตัวเอง ว่ายังขยันไม่มากพอ ทั้ง ๆ ที่คุณทำงาน 4-5 อย่าง

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เลนิน พูดถูก ถ้าจะทำลายทุนนิยม ก็แค่ทำลายค่าเงิน ฟังดูแรงเนอะ...แต่เรื่องนี้มันไม่ใช่แค่ทฤษฎีแล้ว เพราะเรากำลังเห็น ว่ามันกำลังเกิดขึ้นอยู่จริง ๆ

แต่วันนี้ เราเลือกที่จะไม่อยู่ในเกมที่พังซ้ำๆ ได้แล้ว

เพราะเรามี “ทางออก” อยู่ตรงหน้า บิตคอยน์ ไม่ใช่อะไรที่ทุกคนจะเข้าใจมันได้ทันที แต่มันคือ “เงิน” ที่ไม่มีใครพิมพ์เพิ่มได้ตามใจ ไม่มีใครมานั่งกดปุ่มสร้างมันขึ้นมาได้ง่าย ๆ ไม่มีใครเปลี่ยนกติกากลางเกมได้ และไม่มีใครแทรกแซงนโยบายของมันได้

สิ่งเดียวที่ #บิตคอยน์ บอกเราตรง ๆ ก็คือ “ความขาดแคลน” ไม่ใช่ปัญหา...

สิ่งที่ Hazlitt เตือนเมื่ออดีต คือกับดักของเงินไม่มีขอบเขต

สิ่งที่ #Bitcoin เสนอ คือขอบเขตที่ทำให้ “มูลค่า” กลับมามีความหมาย

[Newsweek column from September 22, 1947, and reprinted in Business Tides: The Newsweek Era of Henry Hazlitt.] https://mises.org/mises-wire/lenin-was-right

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As we enter Holy Week, we are confronted with a world steeped in sin, strife, conflict, and mortality. There exists a peculiar fascination among some with societal decline, as if they derive satisfaction from witnessing civilization’s unraveling. This attraction to darkness may reflect their inner turmoil, a desire to see others share in their suffering. Alternatively, it could stem from a profound hopelessness, a belief that life lacks purpose, leading them to wish for its end. The allure of dystopian futures is, indeed, a curious phenomenon.

Alexander Hamilton once yearned for war as a means to elevate his status, a reflection of youthful ambition for decisive action. Such a desire—to distinguish oneself and ascend the social hierarchy—underlies some of the grim visions of the future propagated by certain ideological circles. Their aim is not war itself but a reconfiguration of power, placing authority in the hands of those who affirm their values. For years, such individuals have held sway, yet their influence appears to be waning.

In the absence of hope, many embrace visions of decline. This despair is characteristic of a faltering empire, signaling the end of an era. The younger generation, burdened by weariness, falters under the weight of their circumstances. They lack hope for a brighter future and see no clear path out of life’s monotony. In a word, they are trapped, uncertain of how to proceed.

We witnessed a similar sentiment during the Arab Spring, where upheaval was celebrated as a longed-for revolution, a societal reset. The assassination of a prominent corporate executive, such as the CEO of United Health, evokes a comparable yearning for disruption. There is a desire for a cultural transformation, though its precise nature remains elusive.

Yet, the youth find themselves dominated by the very elites whose rhetoric they echo. Unlike the 1960s, when generational values clashed overtly, today’s power structures co-opt the language of the young, redirecting their frustration toward populist movements. This inversion is a cunning strategy, mitigating the potential for significant rebellion.

The reality remains that the older generation holds the wealth, power, and authority, while the young are consistently marginalized. They are the ones left with little hope, ensnared by the system. However, a quiet rebellion is emerging—one rooted in hope and faith. Many are beginning to see through the falsehoods propagated by those in power. The promises of governmental provision, once alluring, now appear untenable in light of fiscal realities. The youth seek a new source of hope, a renewed perspective. Thankfully, they are beginning to find it, turning toward faith as a foundation for a more optimistic future.

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This paper was originaly writen in early November 2024 as a proposal for an international Muslim entrepreneurial initiative. It was first publish on NOSTR 27 November 2024 as part 1 of a 4 part series of essays. Last updated/revised: 30 March 2025.

The lament of the Ummah for the past century has been the downfall of the Khalifate. With the genocide in occupied Palestine over the past year and now escalations in Lebanon as well, this concern is at the forefront of a Muslim’s mind. In our tradition, when one part of the Ummah suffers, all believers are affected and share in that suffering. The Ummah today has minimal sovereignty at best. It lacks a Khalifate. It is spiritually weakened due to those not practicing and fulfilling their duties and responsibilities. And, as we will address in this paper, it has no real economic power. In our current monetary system, it is nearly impossible to avoid the malevolence of riba (interest) – one of the worst sins. However, with bitcoin there is an opportunity to alleviate this collective suffering and reclaim economic sovereignty.

Since it’s invention 15 years ago, bitcoin has risen to achieve a top 10 market cap ranking as a global asset (currently valued at $1.8 trillion USD). Institutional investors are moving full swing to embrace bitcoin in their portfolios. Recent proposals in Kazan hint that BRICS may even be utilizing bitcoin as part of their new payments system. State actors will be joining soon. With only about 1 million bitcoins left to be mined we need to aim to get as much of those remaining coins as possible into the wallets of Muslims over the next decade. Now is the time to onboard the Ummah. This paper presents Bitcoin as the best option for future economic sovereignty of the Ummah and proposes steps needed to generate a collective waqf of an initial 0.1%-0.5% chain dominance to safeguard a revived Khalifate.

Money is the protocol that facilitates economic coordination to help the development and advancement of civilization. Throughout history money has existed as cattle, seashells, salt, beads, stones, precious metals. Money develops naturally and spontaneously; it is not the invention of the state (although it at times is legislated by states). Money exists marginally, not by fiat. During the past few millenniums, gold and silver were optimally used by most advanced civilizations due to strong properties such as divisibility, durability, fungibility, portability, scarcity, and verifiability. Paper money modernized usability through attempts to enhance portability, divisibility, and verifiability. However, all these monetary properties are digitized today. And with the increase of fractional-reserve banking over the past two centuries, riba is now the de facto foundation of the consensus reserve currency – the USD.

This reserve currency itself is backed by the central banking organ of the treasury bond markets which are essentially government issued debt. Treasurey bonds opperate by manipulating the money supply arbitrarily with the purpose of targeting a set interest rate – injecting or liquidating money into the supply by fiat to control intrest yeilds. At its root, the current global monetary order depends entirely on riba to work. One need not list the terrible results of riba as Muslims know well its harshness. As Lyn Alden wonderful states in her book, Broken Money, “Everything is a claim of a claim of a claim, reliant on perpetual motion and continual growth to not collapse”. Eventual collapse is inevitable, and Muslims need to be aware and prepared for this reality.

The status quo among Muslims has been to search for “shariah compliance”. However, fatwa regarding compliance as well as the current Islamic Banking scene still operate under the same fiat protocol which make them involved in the creation of money through riba. Obfuscation of this riba through contractum trinius or "shariah compliant" yields (which are benchmarked to interest rates) is simply an attempt to replicate conventional banking, just with a “halal” label. Fortunately, with the advent of the digital age we now have other monetary options available.

Experiments and theories with digital money date back to the 1980s. In the 1990s we saw the dot com era with the coming online of the current fiat system, and in 2008 Satoshi Nakamoto released Bitcoin to the world. We have been in the crypto era ever since. Without diving into the technical aspects of Bitcoin, it is simply a P2P e-cash that is cryptographically stored in digital wallets and secured via a decentralized blockchain ledger. For Muslims, it is essential to grasp that Bitcoin is a new type of money (not just an investment vehicle or payment application) that possesses “anti-riba” properties.

Bitcoin has a fixed supply cap of 21 million, meaning there will only ever be 21 million Bitcoin (BTC). Anyone with a cheap laptop or computer with an internet connection can participate on the Bitcoin network to verify this supply cap. This may seem like an inadequate supply for global adoption, but each bitcoin is highly divisible into smaller units (1 btc = 100,000,000 satoshis or sats). Bitcoins are created (or mined) from the processing of transactions on the blockchain which involves expending energy in the real world (via CPU power) and providing proof that this work was done.

In contrast, with the riba-based fiat system, central banks need to issue debt instruments, either in the form of buying treasuries or through issuing a bond. Individual banks are supposed to be irresponsibly leveraged and are rewarded for making risky loans. With Bitcoin, there is a hard cap of 21 million, and there is no central authority that can change numbers on a database to create more money or manipulate interest rates. Under a Bitcoin standard, money is verifiably stored on a ledger and is not loaned to create more money with interest. Absolute scarcity drives saving rather than spending, but with increasing purchasing power from the exponentially increasing demand also comes the desire to use that power and increased monetary economization. With bitcoin you are your own bank, and bitcoin becomes for your enemies as much as it is for your friends. Bitcoin ultimately provides a clean foundation for a stable money that can be used by muslims and should be the currency for a future Khalifate.

The 2024 American presidential election has perhaps shown more clearly than ever the lack of politcal power that American Muslims have as well as the dire need for them to attain political influence. Political power comes largely through economic sovereignty, military might, and media distribution. Just a quick gloss of Muslim countries and Turkey & Egypt seem to have decent militaries but failing economies. GCC states have good economies but weak militaries. Iran uniquely has survived sanctions for decades and despite this weakened economic status has still been able to make military gains. Although any success from its path is yet to be seen it is important to note that Iran is the only country that has been able to put up any clear resistance to western powers. This is just a noteworthy observation and as this paper is limited to economic issues, full analysis of media and miliary issues must be left for other writings.

It would also be worthy to note that BDS movements (Boycott, Divest & Sanction) in solidarity with Palestine should continue to be championed. Over the past year they have undoubtedly contributed to PEP stock sinking 2.25% and MCD struggling to break even. SBUX and KO on the other hand, despite active boycott campaigns, remain up 3.5% & 10.6% respectively. But some thought must be put into why the focus of these boycotts has been on snack foods that are a luxury item. Should we not instead be focusing attention on advanced tech weaponry? MSFT is up 9.78%, GOOG up 23.5%, AMZN up 30%, and META up 61%! It has been well documented this past year how most of the major tech companies have contracts with occupying entity and are using the current genocide as a testing ground for AI. There is no justification for AI being a good for humanity when it comes at the expense of the lives of our brothers in Palestine. However, most “sharia compliant” investment guides still list these companies among their top recommendations for Muslims to include in their portfolios.

As has already been argued, by investing in fiat-based organization, businesses, ETFs, and mutual funds we are not addressing the root cause of riba. We are either not creating truly halal capital, are abusing the capital that Allah has entrusted to us or are significantly missing blessings that Allah wants to give us in the capital that we have. If we are following the imperative to attempt to make our wealth as “riba-free” as possible, then the first step must be to get off zero bitcoin

Here again, the situation in Palestine becomes a good example. All Palestinians suffer from inflation from using the Israeli Shekel, a fiat currency. Palestinians are limited in ways to receive remittances and are shrouded in sanctions. No CashApp, PayPal, Venmo. Western Union takes huge cuts and sometimes has confiscated funds. Bank wires do this too and here the government sanctions nearly always get in the way. However, Palestinians can use bitcoin which is un-censorable. Israel cannot stop or change the bitcoin protocol. Youssef Mahmoud, a former taxi driver, has been running Bitcoin For Palestine as a way for anyone to make a bitcoin donation in support of children in Gaza. Over 1.6 BTC has been donated so far, an equivalent of about $149,000 USD based on current valuation. This has provided a steady supply of funds for the necessary food, clothing, and medication for those most in need of aid (Note: due to recent updates in Gaza, Bitcoin For Palestine is no longer endorsed by the author of this paper. However, it remains an example of how the Bitcoin network opperates through heavy sanctions and war).

Over in one of the poorest countries in the world, a self-managed orphanage is providing a home to 77 children without the patronage of any charity organization. Orphans Of Uganda receives significant funding through bitcoin donations. In 2023 and 2024 Muslims ran Ramadan campaigns that saw the equivalent of $14,000 USD flow into the orphanage’s bitcoin wallet. This funding enabled them to purchase food, clothing, medical supplies and treatment, school costs, and other necessities. Many who started donating during the 2023 campaign also have continued providing monthly donations which has been crucial for maintaining the well-being of the children.

According to the Muslim Philanthropy Initiative, Muslim Americans give an estimated $1.8 billion in zakat donations every year with the average household donating $2070 anually. Now imagine if international zakat organizations like Launchgood or Islamic Relief enabled the option to donate bitcoin. So much could be saved by using an open, instant, permissionless, and practically feeless way to send zakat or sadaqah all over the world! Most zakat organizations are sleeping on or simply unaware of this revolutionary technology.

Studies by institutions like Fidelity and Yale have shown that adding even a 1% to 5% bitcoin allocation to a traditional 60/40 stock-bond portfolio significantly enhances returns. Over the past decade, a 5% bitcoin allocation in such a portfolio has increased returns by over 3x without a substantial increase in risk or volatility. If American Muslims, who are currently a demographic estimated at 2.5 million, were to only allocate 5% ($270 million) of their annual zakat to bitcoin donations, that would eventually become worth $14.8 billion at the end of a decade. Keep in mind this rate being proposed here is gathered from American Muslim zakat data (a financially privileged population, but one that only accounts for 0.04% of the Ummah) and that it is well established that Muslims donate in sadaqa as well. Even with a more conservative rate of a 1% allocation you would still be looking at nearly $52 million being liquidated out of fiat and into bitcoin annually. However, if the goal is to help Muslims hit at least 0.1% chain dominance in the next decade then a target benchmark of a 3% annual zakat allocation will be necessary.

Islamic financial institutions will be late to the game when it comes to bitcoin adoption. They will likely hesitate for another 2-4 years out of abundance of regulatory caution and the persuasion to be reactive rather than proactive. It is up to us on the margin to lead in this regard. Bitcoin was designed to be peer-2-peer, so a grassroots Muslim bitcoiner movement is what is needed. Educational grants through organizations like Bitcoin Majlis should be funded with endowments. Local Muslim bitcoin meetups must form around community mosques and Islamic 3rd spaces. Networked together, each community would be like decentralized nodes that could function as a seed-holder for a multi-sig waqf that can circulate wealth to those that need it, giving the poorer a real opportunity to level up and contribute to societ and demonstrating why zakat is superior to interest.

Organic, marginal organizing must be the foundation to building sovereignty within the Ummah. Sovereignty starts at the individual level and not just for all spiritual devotion, but for economics as well. Physical sovereignty is in the individual human choice and action of the Muslim. It is the direct responsibility placed upon insan when the trust of khalifa was placed upon him. Sovereignty is the hallmark of our covenant, we must embrace our right to self-determination and secede from a monetary policy of riba back toward that which is pure.

"Whatever loans you give, seeking interest at the expense of people’s wealth will not increase with Allah. But whatever charity you give, seeking the pleasure of Allah—it is they whose reward will be multiplied." (Quran 30:39)

FAQ

Why does bitcoin have any value?

Unlike stocks, bonds, real-estate or even commodities such as oil and wheat, bitcoins cannot be valued using standard discounted cash-flow analysis or by demand for their use in the production of higher order goods. Bitcoins fall into an entirely different category of goods, known as monetary goods, whose value is set game-theoretically. I.e., each market participant values the good based on their appraisal of whether and how much other participants will value it. The truth is that the notions of “cheap” and “expensive” are essentially meaningless in reference to monetary goods. The price of a monetary good is not a reflection of its cash flow or how useful it is but, rather, is a measure of how widely adopted it has become for the various roles of money.

Is crypto-currency halal?

It is important to note that this paper argues in favor of Bitcoin, not “Crypto” because all other crypto coins are simply attempts a re-introducing fiat money-creation in digital space. Since they fail to address the root cause error of riba they will ultimately be either destroyed by governments or governments will evolve to embrace them in attempts to modernize their current fiat system. To highlight this, one can call it “bit-power” rather than “bit-coin” and see that there is more at play here with bitcoin than current systems contain. Mufti Faraz Adam’s fatwa from 2017 regarding cryptocurrency adaqately addresses general permissibility. However, bitcoin has evolved much since then and is on track to achieve global recognition as money in the next few years. It is also vital to note that monetary policy is understood by governments as a vehicle for sanctions and a tool in a political war-chest. Bitcoin evolves beyond this as at its backing is literal energy from CPU mining that goes beyond kinetic power projection limitations into cyberspace. For more on theories of bitcoin’s potential as a novel weapons technology see Jason Lowery’s book Softwar.

What about market volatility?

Since the inception of the first exchange traded price in 2010, the bitcoin market has witnessed five major Gartner hype cycles. It is worth observing that the rise in bitcoin’s price during hype cycles is largely correlated with an increase in liquidity and the ease with which investors could purchase bitcoins. Although it is impossible to predict the exact magnitude of the current hype cycle, it would be reasonable to conjecture that the current cycle reaches its zenith in the range of $115,000 to $170,000. Bitcoin’s final Gartner hype cycle will begin when nation-states start accumulating it as a part of their foreign currency reserves. As private sector interest increases the capitalization of Bitcoin has exceeded 1 trillion dollars which is generally considered the threshold at which an assest becomes liquid enough for most states to enter the market. In fact, El Salvador is already on board.

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Die Figuren in der Koalition der Willigen entlarven ihre charakterliche Ungeeignetheit für politische Ämter mit Verantwortung für ganze Nationen. Staatliche Entscheidungen dürfen nicht emotionsgesteuert sein. Aber genau das ist derzeit der Fall. Überall wird mit der Moralkeule um sich gehauen. Erwachsene benehmen sich wie im Kindergarten und zeigen ihre fehlende Reife. Von menschlicher Größe ganz zu schweigen.

Bisher war es schön warm unter den Fittichen der USA. Deutschland hat aufgrund seiner Geschichte besonders gut den Nick-August gespielt und sich selbst eine Souveränität vorgelogen, die es so nie gegeben hat. Jetzt sieht es so aus, als wollten die USA Europa in die Freiheit, in die Volljährigkeit entlassen. Es könnte auch sein, dass die USA aus der NATO austreten und sich vor allem um sich selbst kümmern. Allein das würde die Welt schon wesentlich friedlicher machen, denkt man beispielsweise an den Einmarsch in den Irak. Es gehen Gerüchte um, dass Truppen aus Rumänien und Deutschland abgezogen werden sollen.

Vielleicht geht es bei den Friedensverhandlungen zwischen Trump und Putin nicht nur um die Ukraine, sondern, wenn man schon mal dabei ist, auch um die Kräfteverteilung in Europa insgesamt. Waffeneinsätze in der Ukraine wurden maßgeblich von Wiesbaden aus gesteuert. 2026 sollen dort US-Mittelstrecken-Raketen stationiert werden. Der an Führungsstärke kleinste Kanzler der Bundesrepublik, Scholz, hat das brav abgenickt. Der nur noch durch ein Wunder zu verhindernde neue Kanzler, das Glas Gewürzgurken aus dem Sauerland, provoziert Russland mit seiner Ankündigung zu den Taurus-Raketen dafür um so mehr. Da ist man schon fast gewillt, sich den Scholz zurückzuwünschen, als das kleinere Übel.

Statt mit Besonnenheit und Vernunft die veränderte Sicherheitslage mit den USA als eher abtrünnige Schutzmacht neu zu bewerten, hierin auch eine Chance zu sehen, eine starke Botschaft und den Willen auf ein friedliches neues Miteinander in den Fokus zu stellen, reagieren die meisten europäischen politischen „Spitzenkräfte“ mit blindem Aktionismus, der weltenbrandgefährlich ist. Und Deutschland, dass es sich aufgrund seiner Geschichte am wenigsten erlauben könnte, macht mit von der Leyen in Brüssel und Merz, Pistorius und anderen Kriegs-Warm-Uppern am weitesten das Maul auf, obwohl es sich am bedecktesten halten sollte.

Angesichts der Tatsache, dass Europa gegenüber einer Atommacht wie Russland vollkommen wehrlos ist, wäre es wirklich viel gescheiter, sich der neuen Situation anzupassen und ständig Signale der Friedensbereitschaft zu senden. Unterstütz von den Briten und Franzosen schmiegt Brüssel eine Koalition der Friedensuntüchtigen, wie sie Uwe Froschauer aktuell in seinem Buch „Die Friedensuntüchtigen“ beschreibt. In der Rezension von mir gibt es auch einen Link zu einem Review des Inhalts:

https://wassersaege.com/blogbeitraege/buchrezension-die-friedensuntuechtigen-von-uwe-froschauer/

Stattdessen passiert das Gegenteil.

Es ist nicht nur legitim, sondern sogar Aufgabe der einzelnen Staaten, eine gewisse Verteidigungsfähigkeit aufbauen zu wollen. Derzeit geschieht das jedoch unter falschen Vorzeichen. Die NATO, als sogenanntes Verteidigungsbündnis zur Vorlage zu nehmen, wäre keine gute Idee, weil sie sich mangels Gelegenheit (der Verteidigung) eher als das Gegenteil herausgestellt hat, wie man seinerzeit in Jugoslawien erleben musste.

Russland als Feind hochzustilisieren, um ein Aufrüsten zu beschleunigen, ist jedoch der denkbar falscheste Weg. Wenn ein Yorkshire-Terrier einen Pit-Bull ankläfft, könnte das fatale Folgen haben. Wenn die europäischen „Geistesgrößen“ bei Verstand wären und in der Lage, die Realität richtig einzuschätzen, würden sie das erkennen.

Woher kommt die Überheblichkeit, woher die Unfähigkeit zur Einschätzung der Lage, woher die Realitätsverweigerung? Ist das gewollt, steckt ein Plan dahinter oder sind „die“ einfach „nur“ strunzendoof? Letzteres wäre die gefährlichste Variante.

Es stellt sich immer mehr heraus, dass Corona offensichtlich ein Test war, wie weit die Menschen in ihrer Obrigkeitshörigkeit zu treiben sind. Wie dumm und gefolgsam sind die Schafe wirklich?

Bei einer Lieferung von Taurus-Raketen, die von Deutschen gesteuert werden müssen, könnte es vielleicht gelingen, die Krim-Brücke zu zerstören. Den Kriegsverlauf würde das jedoch nicht beeinflussen. Russland gewinnt so oder so. Im Gegenteil, die Folgen für Deutschland würden den dort möglicherweise angerichteten Schaden bei weitem übertreffen.

Während ich schreibe kommt gerade auf RT DE (aufgrund der „Pressefreiheit“ verzichtet man derzeit offiziell auf diesen Sender) folgende Meldung rein: Russisches Außenministerium: Taurus-Einsatz bedeutet deutsche Kriegsbeteiligung.

https://rtde.site/international/242696-russisches-aussenministerium-taurus-einsatz-bedeutet/

Es ist nicht nachvollziehbar, dass Merz offensichtlich nicht in der Lage ist anzuerkennen, dass Russland über Oreschnik-Raketen verfügt. Er scheint nicht in der Lage zu sein, die möglichen Folgen einschätzen zu können. Genau so wenig wie Pistorius. Die beiden kommen einem vor, wie zwei, die sich im stockfinsteren Wald verirrt haben und sich gegenseitig Mut zusprechen.

Nach wie vor gibt es keine fundierten Beweise dafür, dass Russland die Absicht hat, Deutschland auf unschöne Weise bereisen zu wollen. Das kann nicht oft genug gesagt werden.

Wie schon vor dem Ukraine-Konflikt, durch ein ständiges mit der NATO-Osterweiterung Russland-immer-näher-auf-die-Pelle-rücken, streut jetzt Europa, Deutschland, der Kriegskanzler Salz in die Wunde und Russland sagt ständig: Stoy, so geht das nicht!

Wenn wir eine Bedrohungslage haben, dann die, dass das aktuelle Regime den Deutschen in seinem Wehrwahn mit Wehrpflicht und einer bevorstehenden russischen Invasion droht, obwohl es, man kann es wirklich nicht oft genug sagen, keine reale Bedrohung durch Russland gibt.

In einem Interview im deutschen Propaganda-Funk faselt Pistorius davon, dass in einem „Schnuppercamp der Bundesmarine“ in Kiel für Teenager ab 16 Jahre, er gar nichts Verwerfliches daran finden kann. „Die schießen ja nicht…“, „Wir bringen ihnen ja nicht das Töten bei mit 17, sondern wir bereiten sie vor auf eine Ausbildung zum Soldaten. Und Soldat ist ein sehr ehrenwerter Beruf, der nämlich dazu dient, unsere Freiheit und Sicherheit im Ernstfall zu verteidigen.“ Dass diese Verteidigung tödlich enden kann, wird hier verschwiegen. Das könnte schließlich Teile der Soldaten verunsichern.

Ein Politikwissenschaftler regt sich über den Titel eines Liedes auf:

-Da stört sich doch tatsächlich jemand an der Liedzeile „Meine Söhne geb‘ ich nicht“-

https://www.nachdenkseiten.de/?p=131733

Man hat das Gefühl, dass alle Politiker, statt wie Obelix in den Zaubertrank, in ein Fass Teflon-Lack gefallen sind. Anders ist es nicht zu erklären, warum die Realität so perfekt an ihnen abperlt.

Wir werden immer mehr in die Enge getrieben. Und man weiß nicht, was im Zuge der digitalisierten Überwachung, die auch in Russland kräftig Fahrt aufnimmt, zwischen den USA und Russland sonst noch ausgehandelt wird. Auch, wenn Vance derzeit von UK-Premier Keir Starmer fordert, er müsse die Gesetze gegen „Hassrede“ aufheben, um ein Handelsabkommen mit den USA zu erzielen, und das eine Vorankündigung auf die Verhandlungen mit der EU sein könnte, (Bedingung: Abschaffung des Digital Services Act). In den USA gibt es Tech-Giganten, wie Musk und Thiel und Konsorten, die mit Umlegen eines Schalters, den derzeit augenscheinlichen Kampf für Meinungsfreiheit und Freiheit der Bürger, im Handumdrehen ins Gegenteil verqueren können. Dann sind wir in Null Komma Nichts in der Versklavung mit einem Totalitarismus und einer Technokratie gelandet, in der sich Georg Orwells „1984“ wie eine Gute-Nacht-Geschichte für kleine Kinder anhört.

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BL555 không chỉ đơn thuần là một nền tảng số với giao diện thân thiện và dễ sử dụng, mà còn là sự kết tinh của tư duy thiết kế hiện đại và công nghệ vận hành mạnh mẽ, phục vụ nhu cầu ngày càng cao và đa dạng của người dùng. Với mục tiêu tối ưu hóa trải nghiệm trong từng chi tiết, BL555 đã áp dụng những xu hướng giao diện mới nhất để đảm bảo mọi thao tác đều trực quan và mượt mà, bất kể người dùng đang sử dụng thiết bị nào. Giao diện của nền tảng này được sắp xếp hợp lý, dễ nắm bắt và tối ưu hóa khả năng phản hồi, giúp người dùng thao tác nhanh chóng, không bị rối mắt hay phải mất thời gian tìm kiếm thông tin cần thiết. Hệ thống menu được bố trí gọn gàng, tích hợp các tính năng hỗ trợ nhanh như tìm kiếm tức thời, điều hướng thông minh và phản hồi trực tiếp, tạo nên một không gian công nghệ thân thiện, phục vụ mọi đối tượng người dùng dù là mới làm quen hay đã quen thuộc với nền tảng số.

Yếu tố làm nên sự khác biệt nổi bật của BL555 chính là khả năng vận hành ổn định và mức độ an toàn được đầu tư nghiêm túc. BL555 xây dựng hệ thống dựa trên nền tảng công nghệ tiên tiến, ứng dụng các phương thức bảo mật đa tầng để đảm bảo an toàn tuyệt đối cho người dùng. Tất cả dữ liệu cá nhân và thông tin hoạt động đều được mã hóa theo chuẩn quốc tế, giúp ngăn ngừa tối đa nguy cơ bị đánh cắp hoặc rò rỉ thông tin. Hệ thống còn tích hợp các công cụ giám sát hoạt động 24/7, liên tục theo dõi hiệu năng cũng như khả năng phát hiện các hành vi bất thường. Khi có sự cố kỹ thuật xảy ra, đội ngũ kỹ thuật viên của BL555 sẽ ngay lập tức can thiệp và xử lý nhanh chóng nhằm duy trì sự ổn định cho toàn hệ thống. Sự kết hợp giữa công nghệ hiện đại và con người chuyên nghiệp đã biến BL555 trở thành một nền tảng đáng tin cậy, nơi mà người dùng có thể yên tâm trải nghiệm mà không phải lo lắng về vấn đề bảo mật hay hiệu năng.

Không dừng lại ở việc cung cấp một không gian kỹ thuật số mạnh mẽ, BL555 còn hướng đến việc xây dựng một cộng đồng người dùng bền vững thông qua việc lắng nghe và cải tiến liên tục. Nền tảng luôn chủ động cập nhật các xu hướng công nghệ mới, đồng thời bổ sung các tính năng phù hợp với phản hồi từ người dùng, nhằm đảm bảo rằng mọi cập nhật đều có giá trị thực tế và nâng cao trải nghiệm tổng thể. BL555 hiểu rằng trong thời đại công nghệ phát triển nhanh chóng như hiện nay, yếu tố con người và khả năng thích ứng là hai điểm then chốt quyết định sự thành công lâu dài. Vì vậy, nền tảng không ngừng hoàn thiện từ giao diện đến chức năng, từ dịch vụ hỗ trợ đến bảo mật, để trở thành một điểm đến lý tưởng cho mọi nhu cầu kết nối, sử dụng và phát triển không gian số cá nhân của người dùng. Trong hành trình phía trước, BL555 chắc chắn sẽ tiếp tục khẳng định vị thế của mình bằng chất lượng, sự chuyên nghiệp và tinh thần đổi mới không ngừng.

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Congrats to @gnilma and @Carresan! Thanks to Herro and Butler both having 38 points (shoutout Heat Culture) they both secured 9 points and are tied for the lead.

Now we move on to the final Play-In Round

Matchups (seed)

• Heat (10) @ Hawks (8)
• Mavericks (10) @ Grizzlies (8)

You need to select one team from this round to win their game. You also need to predict who will be the highest scoring player in this round.

Scoring this round: 1 Point for your team winning + Your team's seed if they win + 1 Point for picking the correct top scorer

This round has a maximum of 12 points.

Prize

10k sats (or sum of zaps on contest posts, whichever is larger)

originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/946686

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Just do the same as this video shows.

Here's the video: https://cdn.azzamo.net/7cdcc2718f1e15eb03e323f62e07582b4001da273aa5c21475d680f02b32f0e9.mp4

One caveat: do not trust the draft will be kept here after you close nak fs. Wait, no, it definitely won't stay here, but I'm not even sure it will stay here if you only navigate away and come back later, FUSE is weird and I didn't test.

But at least it should work for copy-pasting. Or writing everything in one go.

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Tóm tắt Hackathon BUIDL BATTLE

BUIDL BATTLE | The Bitcoin Builders Tournament kết thúc với 81 dự án được phê duyệt từ 219 developer đăng ký. Sự kiện trực tuyến kéo dài 3 tuần này nhằm thúc đẩy đổi mới trên Bitcoin, mang đến cơ hội tiếp cận cộng đồng builders, nhà đầu tư và accelerator. Trọng tâm xoay quanh các chủ đề Bitcoin DeFi và Real World Utility, với tổng giải thưởng hơn 90.000 USD bao gồm tiền mặt, credit AWS và grants ICP. Những đột phá công nghệ nổi bật ứng dụng Stacks technology và sBTC.

Hackathon chia làm 2 vòng. Các dự án vào chung kết trình bày trước hội đồng giám khảo gồm VC và lãnh đạo ngành để chọn ra quán quân. Người tham gia nhận mentorship và workshop giá trị, đồng thời tăng khả năng gọi vốn ở vòng 2. Sự kiện được hỗ trợ bởi Stacks Foundation, AWS và đối tác, góp phần củng cố hệ sinh thái phát triển Bitcoin.

Các dự án đoạt giải

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Hạng mục tập trung cải thiện scalability, security và user experience cho Bitcoin DeFi.
- BigMarket: Nền tảng prediction market phi tập trung tích hợp AI trên Layer 2 Stacks, vận hành bởi DAO để đưa dự đoán minh bạch.
- BitForward: Platform tạo hợp đồng kỳ hạn (forward contract) dựa trên NFT, xây dựng trên blockchain Stacks của Bitcoin.

The 3.0 Digital Economy Prize Winners

Khám phá sự hội tụ của tài chính, giải trí và mạng xã hội trong hệ sinh thái MemeFi, SocialFi, GameFi.
- Kulture.Fun: Nền tảng SocialFi chat phi tập trung với tính năng token-gated và tích hợp Bitcoin.
- Skullcoin: Gamify hóa Bitcoin DeFi thông qua sBTC, kích hoạt thanh khoản BTC trong trò chơi.

Real World Ordinals & NFT Usage Prize Winners

Ứng dụng NFT và Ordinals vượt khỏi phạm vi nghệ thuật truyền thống.
- Offers & Counter-offers | BNS One: Marketplace giao dịch tên BNS qua smart contract, loại bỏ trung gian.
- Truth-Chain: Xác minh nguồn gốc và tính xác thực của nội dung số trên nền tảng Stacks.

Tooling & Infrastructure Prize Winners

Phát triển công cụ hỗ trợ xây dựng ứng dụng Web3.
- BLAZE PROTOCOL: Layer 2 cải thiện trải nghiệm Web3 với xác nhận giao dịch tức thì.
- PoXAgents: Sử dụng AI agents đơn giản hóa tương tác với Stacks Blockchain cho người dùng phổ thông.

ICP Challenge Prize Winners

Tích hợp Internet Computer để giải quyết thách thức blockchain trong hệ sinh thái Bitcoin.
- ckBoost: Tăng tốc giao dịch Bitcoin trên Internet Computer thông qua liquidity pool.
- CounterpartyICP: Module quản lý smart contract và tài sản số trên Bitcoin qua Counterparty API.

AWS - Buidl with Bedrock Challenge Prize Winner

Dự án ứng dụng công nghệ AWS.
- Stacks AI: Công cụ AI tạo, debug và học smart contract ngôn ngữ Clarity, sử dụng AWS Bedrock.

Xem chi tiết dự án tại Dorahacks.

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Stacks Foundation

Stacks Foundation tập trung phát triển Stacks blockchain – Bitcoin Layer 2 hàng đầu, hỗ trợ các dự án tận dụng bảo mật của Bitcoin để xây dựng Internet phi tập trung. Thông qua chương trình Stacks Accelerator, tổ chức đã thúc đẩy đổi mới và thu hút developer cho hệ sinh thái blockchain. Sứ mệnh hiện tại là cung cấp công cụ để phát triển ứng dụng user-owned, củng cố tầm nhìn về web phi tập trung.

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Tóm tắt Hackathon

Build & Brew - Espresso Global Hackathon thu hút 485 developer với 151 dự án vượt qua vòng sơ loại. Sự kiện do Espresso Network tổ chức, phân phối 100.000 USD giải thưởng qua hai hạng mục: "Caffeinate & Code" và "Cracking Composability", tập trung nâng cao composability của Ethereum và phát triển ứng dụng cross-chain sử dụng Espresso confirmations.

Thành tựu nổi bật bao gồm triển khai thành công rollups tích hợp với Espresso Network, hỗ trợ xây dựng ứng dụng interoperable. Các dự án ứng dụng Open Intents Framework để thiết kế kiến trúc ứng dụng tiên tiến, tận dụng xác nhận nhanh và bảo mật cho chức năng đa chuỗi.

Hackathon chứng minh tiềm năng của Espresso Network trong hệ sinh thái blockchain thông qua ứng dụng consensus layer vào kịch bản thực tế. Sự kiện đóng góp vào sứ mệnh tạo tương tác liền mạch giữa các blockchain và khẳng định vai trò quan trọng của developer trong phát triển composability. Các bài thuyết trình cuối cùng (7/4) cho thấy tiến triển ấn tượng trong mở rộng khả năng cross-chain của Ethereum.

Các dự án đoạt giải

Build & Brew Prize Winners

Build & Brew ghi nhận sự tham gia của 486 hacker và 156 dự án, trong đó 91 Arbitrum Orbit chains tích hợp Espresso được triển khai thành công, mở đường cho ứng dụng cross-chain sáng tạo. Tổng giải thưởng 65.000 USD được trao cho Testnet và Mainnet deployments.

Top dự án:
1. Giải Nhất - Affogato: Hệ thống Swap + Bridge nâng cao giao dịch cross-chain, sử dụng Ethereum rollups và Espresso confirmations để đảm bảo tốc độ và bảo mật.
2. Giải Nhì - Random Network: Tăng cường composability thông qua xác thực rollup liveness và open intents pool cho tích hợp đa hệ thống.
3. Giải Ba - Disburse Network: Giao thức thanh toán module hỗ trợ mass payments cross-chain một-click qua kiến trúc Nitro rollup.
4. Giải Tư - Coffee Chain: Ứng dụng thanh toán cross-chain cho phép merchant nhận crypto bằng mọi token/blockchain.
5. Giải Năm - GTXpresso: Dự án Central Limit Order Book (CLOB) cross-chain (đang phát triển).

Xem toàn bộ dự án tại Build and Brew Hackathon trên DoraHacks.

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Espresso

Espresso là giao thức xây dựng khối được đồng bộ hóa (coordinated block building), cho phép các blockchain hoạt động như một hệ thống thống nhất. Tổ chức nổi tiếng với giải pháp blockchain hiệu quả, khả năng mở rộng, tập trung vào bảo mật và khả năng tiếp cận. Thành tựu đáng chú ý bao gồm triển khai consensus mechanisms cải thiện tốc độ giao dịch và giảm chi phí điện toán. Hiện tại, Espresso tập trung tối ưu hóa cơ sở hạ tầng blockchain để thúc đẩy ứng dụng và hỗ trợ chuyển đổi số toàn ngành.

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I created a GitHub repository at https://github.com/Marc26z/ZapShirts. Here is a copy of the README.md

ZapShirts

This is an idea I have to make t-shirts that are also bitcoin point-of-sale terminals.

Create T-Shirt Point-Of-Sale

The idea is to create a bitcoin point of sale on a T-shirt. You can use it to sell stickers at a conference or have a friend pay you back for dinner. It is only limited by your imagination.

Why Would Anybody Need A ZapShirt?

I no longer "orange pill" local businesses. I do not care if they wish to accept bitcoin, but I want to be the change in the world I want to see. I will accept bitcoin on a T-Shirt to show others how easy it is to accept bitcoin as a p2p electronic cash system. Anyone can accept bitcoin as payment if they want to. You could print a sign on a piece of paper if you wanted to. The problem was, nobody I asked wanted a sign, even bitcoiners. So I asked myself...Self, what if you did the opposite? What if the customer accepted bitcoin, but the business owner did not.

I also thought it would be pretty cool T-Shirt to wear at meet-ups.

How To Make Your Own Zap Shirt

1. Create a QR code that sends you to your coinos page, getalby page, strike or whatever you feel comfortable using. This can easily be done at https://libreqr.com/
2. Use a program like gimp to replace the default QR Code with your own QR code on the file.
3. Create the shirt.

To support this please zap me or buy one from my store.

Can I Buy A Zap Shirt?

Yes. If you would like a shirt, hit me up on nostr

https://primal.net/marc

end README.md

I like the idea of open sourcing my ideas and trying to sell them for sats on the Internet. I am currently working on a site to sell things like this and my gift cards. I feel a little uneasy because I haven't been writing much, but I've been building. The idea is to create bitcoin educational products and services. Onward.

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This is a long form note of a post that lives on my Nostr educational website Hello Nostr.

When most people stumble across Nostr, they see is as a 'decentralized social media alternative' — something akin to Twitter (X), but free from corporate control. But the full name, "Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays", gives a clue that there’s more to it than just posting short messages. The 'notes' part is easy to grasp because it forms almost everyone's first touch point with the protocol. But the 'other stuff'? That’s where Nostr really gets exciting. The 'other stuff' is all the creative and experimental things people are building on Nostr, beyond simple text based notes.

Every action on Nostr is an event, a like, a post, a profile update, or even a payment. The 'Kind' is what specifies the purpose of each event. Kinds are the building blocks of how information is categorized and processed on the network, and the most popular become part of higher lever specification guidelines known as Nostr Implementation Possibility - NIP. A NIP is a document that defines how something in Nostr should work, including the rules, standards, or features. NIPs define the type of 'other stuff' that be published and displayed by different styles of client to meet different purposes.

Nostr isn’t locked into a single purpose. It’s a foundation for whatever 'other stuff' you can dream up.

Types of Other Stuff

The 'other stuff' name is intentionally vague. Why? Because the possibilities of what can fall under this category are quite literally limitless. In the short time since Nostr's inception, the number of sub-categories that have been built on top of the Nostr's open protocol is mind bending. Here are a few examples:

1. Long-Form Content: Think blog posts or articles. NIP-23.
2. Private Messaging: Encrypted chats between users. NIP-04.
3. Communities: Group chats or forums like Reddit. NIP-72
4. Marketplaces: People listing stuff for sale, payable with zaps. NIP-15
5. Zaps: Value transfer over the Lightning Network. NIP57

Popular 'Other Stuff' Clients

Here's a short list of some of the most recent and popular apps and clients that branch outside of the traditional micro-blogging use case and leverage the openness, and interoperability that Nostr can provide.

Blogging (Long Form Content)

• Habla - Web app for Nostr based blogs
• Highlighter - Web app that enables users to highlight, store and share content

Group Chats

• Chachi Chat - Relay-based (NIP-29) group chat client
• 0xchat - Mobile based secure chat
• Flotilla - Web based chat app built for self-hosted communities
• Nostr Nests - Web app for audio chats
• White Noise - Mobile based secure chat

Marketplaces

• Shopstr - Permissionless marketplace for web
• Plebeian Market - Permissionless marketplace for web
• LNBits Market - Permissionless marketplace for your node
• Mostro - Nostr based Bitcoin P2P Marketplace

Photo/Video

• Olas - An Intragram like client
• Freeflow - A TikTok like client

Music

• Fountain - Podcast app with Nostr features
• Wavlake - A music app supporting the value-for-value ecosystem

Livestreaming

• Zap.stream - Nostr native live streams

Misc

• Wikifreedia - Nostr based Wikipedia alternative
• Wikistr - Nostr based Wikipedia alternative
• Pollerama - Nostr based polls
• Zap Store - The app store powered by your social graph

The 'other stuff' in Nostr is what makes it special. It’s not just about replacing Twitter or Facebook, it’s about building a decentralized ecosystem where anything from private chats to marketplaces can thrive. The beauty of Nostr is that it’s a flexible foundation. Developers can dream up new ideas and build them into clients, and the relays just keep humming along, passing the data around. It’s still early days, so expect the 'other stuff' to grow wilder and weirder over time!

You can explore the evergrowing 'other stuff' ecosystem at NostrApps.com, Nostr.net and Awesome Nostr.

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This is my second article. I find the idea of using a user friendly 2FA-style code on a secondary device really fascinating.

I have to admit, I don’t fully grasp all the technical details behind it—but nonetheless, I wanted to share the idea as it came to mind. Maybe it is technical nonsense...

So here it is—feel free to tear the idea apart and challenge it! :)

Idea

This Article describes method for passphrase validation and wallet access control in Bitcoin software wallets using a block-based Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP) mechanism. Unlike traditional TOTP systems, this approach leverages blockchain data—specifically, Bitcoin block height and block hash—combined with a securely stored secret to derive a dynamic 6-digit validation code. The system enables user-friendly, secure access to a wallet without directly exposing or requiring the user to memorize a fixed passphrase.

1. Introduction

Secure access to Bitcoin wallets often involves a mnemonic seed and an optional passphrase. However, passphrases can be difficult for users to manage securely. This paper introduces a system where a passphrase is encrypted locally and can only be decrypted upon validation of a 6-digit code generated from blockchain metadata. A mobile app, acting as a secure TOTP generator, supplies the user with this code.

2. System Components

2.1 Fixed Passphrase

A strong, high-entropy passphrase is generated once during wallet creation. It is never exposed to the user but is instead encrypted and stored locally on the desktop system (eg. bitbox02 - sparrow wallet).

2.2 Mobile App

The mobile app securely stores the shared secret (passphrase) and generates a 6-digit code using: - The current Bitcoin block height - The corresponding block hash - A fixed internal secret (stored in Secure Enclave or Android Keystore)

Offline App - current block_hash and block_height scanned with qr code.6-digit code generation after scanning the information.

2.3 Decryption and Validation

On the desktop (e.g. in Sparrow Wallet or wrapper script), the user inputs the 6-digit code. The software fetches current block data (block_height, block_hash), recreates the decryption key using the same HMAC derivation as the mobile app, and decrypts the locally stored passphrase. If successful, the wallet is unlocked.

3. Workflow

1. Wallet is created with a strong passphrase.
2. Passphrase is encrypted using a key derived from the initial block hash + block height + secret.
3. User installs mobile app and shares the fixed secret securely.
4. On wallet access:
5. User retrieves current code from the app.
6. Enters it into Sparrow or a CLI prompt.
7. Wallet software reconstructs the key, decrypts the passphrase.
8. If valid, the wallet is opened.

4. Security Properties

• Two-Factor Protection: Combines device possession and blockchain-derived time-based data.
• Replay Resistance: Codes change with every block (~10 min cycle).
• Minimal Attack Surface: Passphrase never typed or copied.
• Hardware-Backed Secrets: Mobile app secret stored in non-exportable secure hardware.

5. Future Work

• Direct integration into Bitcoin wallet GUIs (e.g. Sparrow plugin)
• QR-based sync between mobile and desktop
• Support for multiple wallets or contexts

6. Conclusion

This approach provides a balance between security and usability for Bitcoin wallet users by abstracting away fixed passphrases and leveraging the immutability and regularity of the Bitcoin blockchain. It is a highly adaptable concept for enterprise or personal use cases seeking to improve wallet access security without introducing user friction.

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Good morning, readers!

Turkey’s currency plunged to a record low after the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, one of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s main political rivals. This follows a pattern of escalating repression of opposition figures, which have been described as an effort to suppress competition ahead of primary elections. As economic conditions deteriorate, Erdogan is resorting to desperate measures — blocking social media, arresting dissenters, and tear-gassing protests — to maintain power over an increasingly restless populace.

In the Caribbean, we shed light on Cubans' struggles accessing remittances sent from family members abroad. This is a symptom of the regime's strict monetary controls over foreign currency. Cubans face long delays or can’t withdraw cash due to bank liquidity shortages. And when they can, remittances are converted into pesos at the overvalued official Cuban exchange rate. This effectively allows the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) to loot the value from Cuban remittances.

In freedom tech news, we highlight Demand Pool, the first-ever Stratum V2 mining pool. Stratum V2 is a mining protocol designed to decentralize Bitcoin mining by letting individual miners create their own block templates rather than relying on centralized pools to do so for them. This improves censorship resistance and promotes a more decentralized and resilient Bitcoin network — critical features for human rights defenders and nonprofits using Bitcoin to protect against financial repression from authoritarian regimes.

We end by featuring Vijay Selvam's new book, “Principles of Bitcoin.” It offers a clear, first-principles guide to understanding how Bitcoin’s technology interacts with economics, politics, philosophy, and human rights. Whether you’re new to Bitcoin or looking to deepen your understanding, this book provides a solid foundation, and it even features a foreword by HRF Chief Strategy Officer Alex Gladstein.

Now, let’s dive right in!

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GLOBAL NEWS

Turkey | Lira in Free Fall as Erdogan Arrests Political Rival

Turkey’s lira plunged to a record low after officials arrested Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s main political rival. Imamoglu’s arrest comes ahead of primary elections and follows the increasing repression of opposition figures in recent months, including the suspension of political opposition accounts on X. Officials also arrested Buğra Gökçe, head of the Istanbul Planning Agency, for publishing data exposing the country’s deepening poverty. The currency’s fallout and political repression have sparked protests in Istanbul despite a four-day ban. The regime is responding with tear gas and rubber bullets. Meanwhile, Turks dissenting online risk joining over a dozen other citizens recently arrested for “provocative” social media posts. Netblocks reports that the Turkish regime imposed restrictions on social media and messaging to quell the uprising of Turks struggling with financial conditions and deepening repression. 

Cuba | Banks “Hijack” Citizen Remittances

Cubans are struggling to access remittances sent from their families abroad. This is because the regime completely controls all incoming foreign currency transfers. When remittances arrive, communist banking authorities force their conversion into collapsing Cuban pesos or “Moneda Libremente Convertible” (MLC), Cuba’s digital currency with limited use. On top of this, Cubans receive pesos in their accounts based on the official Cuban exchange rate, which is far below the informal market rate. This allows the regime to opaquely siphon off much of the remittances’ real value. Even when the money clears, Cubans face long delays or can’t withdraw the cash due to banks’ liquidity shortages. Many Cubans are accusing these banks of “hijacking” their remittances. As inflation, electrical blackouts, and food shortages continue, remittances are more critical than ever for Cuban families. Yet, they’re blocked at every turn by a system designed to impoverish them.

Pakistan | Announces Plans to Regulate Digital Assets

Pakistan announced plans to create a regulatory framework for Bitcoin and digital assets to attract foreign investment and domestic economic activity. It’s a peculiar shift for a regime that regularly suspends the Internet, censors social media, represses opposition, and burdens its people with the highest cost of living in Asia. We suspect the plans indicate efforts to control the industry rather than empower individuals. The military-backed regime is also exploring a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and tightening controls on VPN use, which are hardly the hallmarks of leadership committed to permissionless financial systems. But perhaps it matters little. Grassroots Bitcoin adoption in Pakistan already ranks among the highest in the world, with an estimated 15 to 20 million users turning to digital assets to preserve their savings, circumvent financial controls, and escape the failures of a collapsing fiat system. HRF supported Bitcoin Pakistan with a grant to help translate resources into Urdu, a language spoken by 60 million people trapped in this repressive scenario.

Russia | Piloting CBDC in Tatarstan to Test Smart Contract Functionality

Russia’s central bank plans to pilot its CBDC, the digital ruble, in Tatarstan to test smart contract functionality. Specifically, the central bank will experiment with conditional spending, using smart contracts to restrict where and what users can spend money on. If these features are implemented, it will empower the Kremlin with micro-controls over Russians’ spending activity. Officials could program funds to expire, restrict purchases to regime-approved goods, or block transactions at certain locations — leaving users with no financial autonomy or privacy. Those who oppose the Russian dictatorship, such as activists, nonprofits, and dissenters, could be debanked with more ease, their assets frozen or confiscated without recourse.

Nicaragua | Government Mandates Public Employees Declare All Assets

In Nicaragua, dictator Daniel Ortega intensified state financial surveillance by mandating all public servants to disclose information on all personal and family assets. The mandate requires all public employees to declare everything from personal bank accounts, loans, vehicles, and other assets — as well as the assets and accounts of immediate family members. Those who do not comply face the threat of termination. Ironically, despite the law requiring such disclosure, Ortega himself has not declared his assets since 2006. Under the guise of regulatory compliance, this policy is yet another link in the chain tightening state surveillance over Nicaraguan society. Bitcoin adoption continues to grow in this repressed Central American nation.

BITCOIN AND FREEDOM TECH NEWS

Demand Pool | First Stratum V2 Mining Pool Launches

Bitcoin mining could become more decentralized and censorship-resistant with the launch of Demand Pool, the first mining pool to ever implement Stratum V2. Stratum V2 is open-source software that allows miners to build their own block templates, enabling more individual mining and less dependence on large and centralized mining pools. This helps maintain Bitcoin’s key features: its decentralized, permissionless, and uncensorable nature. All of which are crucial for human rights defenders and nonprofits bypassing the financial repression and surveillance of authoritarian regimes. Learn more here.

Bitcoin Mining | Three Solo Blocks Found

Three separate solo miners mined Bitcoin blocks in the past seven days. This marks the second, third, and fourth solo blocks mined in the past two weeks alone, hinting at a surge in home mining. This promotes greater decentralization within the Bitcoin network because solo miners have little functional ability to censor. In contrast, large mining pools are points of failure that centralized interests can more easily pressure — to the detriment of activists and human rights defenders. The first block was mined on March 21 by a miner using a self-hosted FutureBit Apollo machine that earned 3.125 BTC plus fees for processing block 888,737. Just days later, a solo miner with under 1 TH/s of self-hosted hash rate found block 888,989, which became just the third block ever to be mined using an open-source Bitaxe device. Most recently, on March 24, a solo miner using a $300 setup successfully mined block 889,240.

Krux | Adds Taproot and Miniscript Support

Krux, open-source software for building your own Bitcoin signing devices (hardware for Bitcoin self-custody), released an update that enhances privacy and flexibility. The update introduces support for Taproot, a past Bitcoin upgrade that improves privacy and security, and Miniscript, a simplified way to create more complex Bitcoin transaction rules. This allows users to manage multi-signature wallets (where more than one private key is required to interact with your Bitcoin) in a more private and flexible way. It also enables spending conditions that are harder to censor and easier to verify. Krux continues to support the struggle for financial freedom and human rights by breaking down barriers to Bitcoin self-custody. HRF has recognized this impact and awarded grants to open-source developers working on Krux to advance this mission.

Cashu | Developing Tap-to-Pay Ecash

Calle, the creator of Cashu, an open-source Chaumian ecash protocol for Bitcoin integrated with the Lightning Network, is developing a new tap-to-pay feature that enables instant, offline ecash payments via NFC. Ecash functions as a bearer asset, meaning the funds are stored directly on the user’s device. With tap-to-pay, it can be transferred with a single tap (similar to tapping your credit card). More generally, ecash offers fast, private transactions resistant to surveillance and censorship. But for activists and dissenters, this particular advancement makes private and permissionless payments more accessible and user-friendly. This development will be worth following closely. Watch a demo here.

OpenSats | Announces 10th Wave of Bitcoin Grants

OpenSats, a public nonprofit that supports open-source software and projects, announced its 10th wave of grants supporting Bitcoin initiatives. This round includes funding for Stable Channels, which enable stabilized Bitcoin-backed balances on the Lightning Network (allowing users to peg Bitcoin to fiat currencies in a self-custodial way) that provide stable, censorship-resistant payments. OpenSats also renewed its support for Floresta, a lightweight Bitcoin node (a computer that runs the Bitcoin software). It lowers entry barriers to running Bitcoin, helping make the network more decentralized and censorship-resistant.

Bitcoin Policy Institute | Launches Bitcoin Summer Research Program

The Bitcoin Student Network (BSN) and the Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI) are teaming up to offer students an eight-week research internship this summer. The program is part of BPI’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) initiative and invites students passionate about the future of money, financial inclusion, and Bitcoin’s civil liberties impacts to conduct hands-on research. Participants will also receive mentorship from BPI researchers. The program runs from June 9 to Aug. 8, 2025, and includes an in-person colloquium in Washington, DC. It is an incredible opportunity for students worldwide, especially those living in oppressive regimes, to get involved with Bitcoin. Applications are open until April 7. Apply here.

RECOMMENDED CONTENT

Principles of Bitcoin by Vijay Selvam

“Principles of Bitcoin” by Vijay Selvam is a new book offering a first-principles guide to understanding Bitcoin’s technology, economics, politics, and philosophy. With a foreword by HRF Chief Strategy Officer Alex Gladstein, the book cuts through the noise to explain why Bitcoin stands alone as a tool for individual empowerment and financial freedom. Selvam’s work makes the case for Bitcoin as a once-in-history invention shaping a more decentralized and equitable future. Read it here.

Rule Breakers — The True Story of Roya Mahboob

“Rule Breakers” is a new film that tells the true story of Roya Mahboob, Afghanistan’s first female tech CEO, who empowered young girls in Afghanistan with financial literacy, robotics, and financial freedom through Bitcoin. The film recounts Mahboob’s courageous work educating these girls despite huge personal risks under a regime that bans their education. It follows the story of Afghan Dreamers, the country’s first all-girls robotics team, and the obstacles they overcome to compete on the world stage. “Rule Breakers” is a testament to the power of education, innovation, and resilience in the face of oppression. It’s now in theaters, and you can watch the trailer here.

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Capitalism is the most effective system for scaling innovation. The pursuit of profit is an incredibly powerful human incentive. Most major improvements to human society and quality of life have resulted from this base incentive. Market competition often results in the best outcomes for all.

That said, some projects can never be monetized. They are open in nature and a business model would centralize control. Open protocols like bitcoin and nostr are not owned by anyone and if they were it would destroy the key value propositions they provide. No single entity can or should control their use. Anyone can build on them without permission.

As a result, open protocols must depend on donation based grant funding from the people and organizations that rely on them. This model works but it is slow and uncertain, a grind where sustainability is never fully reached but rather constantly sought. As someone who has been incredibly active in the open source grant funding space, I do not think people truly appreciate how difficult it is to raise charitable money and deploy it efficiently.

Projects that can be monetized should be. Profitability is a super power. When a business can generate revenue, it taps into a self sustaining cycle. Profit fuels growth and development while providing projects independence and agency. This flywheel effect is why companies like Google, Amazon, and Apple have scaled to global dominance. The profit incentive aligns human effort with efficiency. Businesses must innovate, cut waste, and deliver value to survive.

Contrast this with non monetized projects. Without profit, they lean on external support, which can dry up or shift with donor priorities. A profit driven model, on the other hand, is inherently leaner and more adaptable. It is not charity but survival. When survival is tied to delivering what people want, scale follows naturally.

The real magic happens when profitable, sustainable businesses are built on top of open protocols and software. Consider the many startups building on open source software stacks, such as Start9, Mempool, and Primal, offering premium services on top of the open source software they build out and maintain. Think of companies like Block or Strike, which leverage bitcoin’s open protocol to offer their services on top. These businesses amplify the open software and protocols they build on, driving adoption and improvement at a pace donations alone could never match.

When you combine open software and protocols with profit driven business the result are lean, sustainable companies that grow faster and serve more people than either could alone. Bitcoin’s network, for instance, benefits from businesses that profit off its existence, while nostr will expand as developers monetize apps built on the protocol.

Capitalism scales best because competition results in efficiency. Donation funded protocols and software lay the groundwork, while market driven businesses build on top. The profit incentive acts as a filter, ensuring resources flow to what works, while open systems keep the playing field accessible, empowering users and builders. Together, they create a flywheel of innovation, growth, and global benefit.

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Tóm tắt Hackathon

UofTHacks 12 – một trong những hackathon đầu tiên tại Canada do sinh viên tự tổ chức – vừa kết thúc thành công với 339 lập trình viên đăng ký và 131 dự án được phê duyệt. Sự kiện kéo dài 36 giờ tại chỗ, tập trung vào hợp tác giữa developers, designers và entrepreneurs để biến ý tưởng thành sản phẩm thực tế.

Giải thưởng hấp dẫn như Meta Quest 3S VR Headsets cùng các track/bounty đa dạng thu hút sự tham gia. Sự kiện nhận tài trợ từ Tech@RBC, Ubisoft, 1Password, Google DeepMind và đối tác học thuật, tạo môi trường networking chất lượng.

Dù không tiết lộ chi tiết dự án, UofTHacks 12 khẳng định tác động qua quy mô tham gia và sự ủng hộ của cộng đồng, phản ánh hệ sinh thái hỗ trợ đam mê công nghệ. Người tham gia có thể theo dõi sự kiện tiếp qua kênh MXH của UofTHacks.

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Prophet Jesus peace be upon him was never killed, he was saved by God and raised to heavens body and soul.

4:157 An-Nisaa

‎وَقَوْلِهِمْ إِنَّا قَتَلْنَا الْمَسِيحَ عِيسَى ابْنَ مَرْيَمَ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ وَمَا قَتَلُوهُ وَمَا صَلَبُوهُ وَلَٰكِنْ شُبِّهَ لَهُمْ ۚ وَإِنَّ الَّذِينَ اخْتَلَفُوا فِيهِ لَفِي شَكٍّ مِنْهُ ۚ مَا لَهُمْ بِهِ مِنْ عِلْمٍ إِلَّا اتِّبَاعَ الظَّنِّ ۚ وَمَا قَتَلُوهُ يَقِينًا

And because of their saying (in boast), "We killed Messiah 'Iesa (Jesus), son of Maryam (Mary), the Messenger of Allah," - but they killed him not, nor crucified him, but the resemblance of 'Iesa (Jesus) was put over another man (and they killed that man), and those who differ therein are full of doubts. They have no (certain) knowledge, they follow nothing but conjecture. For surely; they killed him not [i.e. 'Iesa (Jesus), son of Maryam (Mary)]:

4:158 An-Nisaa

‎بَلْ رَفَعَهُ اللَّهُ إِلَيْهِ ۚ وَكَانَ اللَّهُ عَزِيزًا حَكِيمًا

But Allah raised him ['Iesa (Jesus)] up (with his body and soul) unto Himself (and he is in the heavens). And Allah is Ever All-Powerful, All-Wise.

Jesus, peace be upon him, is neither God nor his son.

5:17 Al-Maaida

‎لَقَدْ كَفَرَ الَّذِينَ قَالُوا إِنَّ اللَّهَ هُوَ الْمَسِيحُ ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ ۚ قُلْ فَمَنْ يَمْلِكُ مِنَ اللَّهِ شَيْئًا إِنْ أَرَادَ أَنْ يُهْلِكَ الْمَسِيحَ ابْنَ مَرْيَمَ وَأُمَّهُ وَمَنْ فِي الْأَرْضِ جَمِيعًا ۗ وَلِلَّهِ مُلْكُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَمَا بَيْنَهُمَا ۚ يَخْلُقُ مَا يَشَاءُ ۚ وَاللَّهُ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ

They have certainly disbelieved who say that Allah is Christ, the son of Mary. Say, "Then who could prevent Allah at all if He had intended to destroy Christ, the son of Mary, or his mother or everyone on the earth?" And to Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth and whatever is between them. He creates what He wills, and Allah is over all things competent.

5:18 Al-Maaida

‎وَقَالَتِ الْيَهُودُ وَالنَّصَارَىٰ نَحْنُ أَبْنَاءُ اللَّهِ وَأَحِبَّاؤُهُ ۚ قُلْ فَلِمَ يُعَذِّبُكُمْ بِذُنُوبِكُمْ ۖ بَلْ أَنْتُمْ بَشَرٌ مِمَّنْ خَلَقَ ۚ يَغْفِرُ لِمَنْ يَشَاءُ وَيُعَذِّبُ مَنْ يَشَاءُ ۚ وَلِلَّهِ مُلْكُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَمَا بَيْنَهُمَا ۖ وَإِلَيْهِ الْمَصِيرُ

But the Jews and the Christians say, "We are the children of Allah and His beloved." Say, "Then why does He punish you for your sins?" Rather, you are human beings from among those He has created. He forgives whom He wills, and He punishes whom He wills. And to Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth and whatever is between them, and to Him is the [final] destination.

5:72 Al-Maaida

‎لَقَدْ كَفَرَ الَّذِينَ قَالُوا إِنَّ اللَّهَ هُوَ الْمَسِيحُ ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ ۖ وَقَالَ الْمَسِيحُ يَا بَنِي إِسْرَائِيلَ اعْبُدُوا اللَّهَ رَبِّي وَرَبَّكُمْ ۖ إِنَّهُ مَنْ يُشْرِكْ بِاللَّهِ فَقَدْ حَرَّمَ اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ الْجَنَّةَ وَمَأْوَاهُ النَّارُ ۖ وَمَا لِلظَّالِمِينَ مِنْ أَنْصَارٍ

‎‏Surely, they have disbelieved who say: "Allah is the Messiah ['Iesa (Jesus)], son of Maryam (Mary)." But the Messiah ['Iesa (Jesus)] said: "O Children (descendants) of Israel! Worship Allah, my Lord and your Lord." Verily, whosoever sets up partners in worship with Allah, then Allah has forbidden Paradise for him, and the Fire will be his abode. And for the Zalimun (unjust, polytheists and wrong-doers) there are no helpers.

‎‏5:73 Al-Maaida

‎لَقَدْ كَفَرَ الَّذِينَ قَالُوا إِنَّ اللَّهَ ثَالِثُ ثَلَاثَةٍ ۘ وَمَا مِنْ إِلَٰهٍ إِلَّا إِلَٰهٌ وَاحِدٌ ۚ وَإِنْ لَمْ يَنْتَهُوا عَمَّا يَقُولُونَ لَيَمَسَّنَّ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا مِنْهُمْ عَذَابٌ أَلِيمٌ

‎‏Surely, disbelievers are those who said: "Allah is the third of the three (in a Trinity)." But there is no ilah (god) (none who has the right to be worshipped) but One Ilah (God; Allah). And if they do not cease from what they say, verily, a painful torment will befall the disbelievers among them.

5:74 Al-Maaida

‎أَفَلَا يَتُوبُونَ إِلَى اللَّهِ وَيَسْتَغْفِرُونَهُ ۚ وَاللَّهُ غَفُورٌ رَحِيمٌ

Will they not repent to Allah and ask His Forgiveness? For Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.

5:75 Al-Maaida

‎مَا الْمَسِيحُ ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ إِلَّا رَسُولٌ قَدْ خَلَتْ مِنْ قَبْلِهِ الرُّسُلُ وَأُمُّهُ صِدِّيقَةٌ ۖ كَانَا يَأْكُلَانِ الطَّعَامَ ۗ انْظُرْ كَيْفَ نُبَيِّنُ لَهُمُ الْآيَاتِ ثُمَّ انْظُرْ أَنَّىٰ يُؤْفَكُونَ

The Messiah ['Iesa (Jesus)], son of Maryam (Mary), was no more than a Messenger; many were the Messengers that passed away before him. His mother [Maryam (Mary)] was a Siddiqah [i.e. she believed in the words of Allah and His Books (see Verse 66:12)]. They both used to eat food (as any other human being, while Allah does not eat). Look how We make the Ayat (proofs, evidences, verses, lessons, signs, revelations, etc.) clear to them, yet look how they are deluded away (from the truth).

5:76 Al-Maaida

‎قُلْ أَتَعْبُدُونَ مِنْ دُونِ اللَّهِ مَا لَا يَمْلِكُ لَكُمْ ضَرًّا وَلَا نَفْعًا ۚ وَاللَّهُ هُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ

Say, "Do you worship besides Allah that which holds for you no [power of] harm or benefit while it is Allah who is the Hearing, the Knowing?"

5:77 Al-Maaida

‎قُلْ يَا أَهْلَ الْكِتَابِ لَا تَغْلُوا فِي دِينِكُمْ غَيْرَ الْحَقِّ وَلَا تَتَّبِعُوا أَهْوَاءَ قَوْمٍ قَدْ ضَلُّوا مِنْ قَبْلُ وَأَضَلُّوا كَثِيرًا وَضَلُّوا عَنْ سَوَاءِ السَّبِيلِ

Say, "O People of the Scripture, do not exceed limits in your religion beyond the truth and do not follow the inclinations of a people who had gone astray before and misled many and have strayed from the soundness of the way."

Al-An'aam verse 100 ‎وَجَعَلُوا لِلَّهِ شُرَكَاءَ الْجِنَّ وَخَلَقَهُمْ ۖ وَخَرَقُوا لَهُ بَنِينَ وَبَنَاتٍ بِغَيْرِ عِلْمٍ ۚ سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ عَمَّا يَصِفُونَ Yet, they join the jinns as partners in worship with Allah, though He has created them (the jinns), and they attribute falsely without knowledge sons and daughters to Him. Be He Glorified and Exalted above (all) that they attribute to Him. Verse 101 ‎بَدِيعُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ ۖ أَنَّىٰ يَكُونُ لَهُ وَلَدٌ وَلَمْ تَكُنْ لَهُ صَاحِبَةٌ ۖ وَخَلَقَ كُلَّ شَيْءٍ ۖ وَهُوَ بِكُلِّ شَيْءٍ عَلِيمٌ He is the Originator of (created in beautiful form) the heavens and the earth. How can He have children when He has no wife (companion)? He created all things and He is the All-Knower of everything. Verse 102 ‎ذَٰلِكُمُ اللَّهُ رَبُّكُمْ ۖ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ ۖ خَالِقُ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ فَاعْبُدُوهُ ۚ وَهُوَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ وَكِيلٌ Such is Allah, your Lord! La ilaha illa Huwa (none has the right to be worshipped but He), the Creator of all things. So worship Him (Alone), and He is the Wakil (Trustee, Disposer of affairs, Guardian, etc.) over all things. Verse 103 ‎لَا تُدْرِكُهُ الْأَبْصَارُ وَهُوَ يُدْرِكُ الْأَبْصَارَ ۖ وَهُوَ اللَّطِيفُ الْخَبِيرُ No vision can grasp Him, but His Grasp is over all vision. He is the Most Subtle and Courteous, Well-Acquainted with all things. Verse 104 ‎قَدْ جَاءَكُمْ بَصَائِرُ مِنْ رَبِّكُمْ ۖ فَمَنْ أَبْصَرَ فَلِنَفْسِهِ ۖ وَمَنْ عَمِيَ فَعَلَيْهَا ۚ وَمَا أَنَا عَلَيْكُمْ بِحَفِيظٍ

Verily, proofs have come to you from your Lord, so whosoever sees, will do so for (the good of) his ownself, and whosoever blinds himself, will do so to his own harm, and I am not a watcher over you.

In the following a narration of a conversation between God and Prophet Jesus, peace be upon him:

5:116 Al-Maaida

‎وَإِذْ قَالَ اللَّهُ يَا عِيسَى ابْنَ مَرْيَمَ أَأَنْتَ قُلْتَ لِلنَّاسِ اتَّخِذُونِي وَأُمِّيَ إِلَٰهَيْنِ مِنْ دُونِ اللَّهِ ۖ قَالَ سُبْحَانَكَ مَا يَكُونُ لِي أَنْ أَقُولَ مَا لَيْسَ لِي بِحَقٍّ ۚ إِنْ كُنْتُ قُلْتُهُ فَقَدْ عَلِمْتَهُ ۚ تَعْلَمُ مَا فِي نَفْسِي وَلَا أَعْلَمُ مَا فِي نَفْسِكَ ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوبِ

And (remember) when Allah will say (on the Day of Resurrection): "O 'Iesa (Jesus), son of Maryam (Mary)! Did you say unto men: 'Worship me and my mother as two gods besides Allah?' " He will say: "Glory to You! It was not for me to say what I had no right (to say). Had I said such a thing, You would surely have known it. You know what is in my inner-self though I do not know what is in Yours, truly, You, only You, are the All-Knower of all that is hidden and unseen.

5:117 Al-Maaida

‎مَا قُلْتُ لَهُمْ إِلَّا مَا أَمَرْتَنِي بِهِ أَنِ اعْبُدُوا اللَّهَ رَبِّي وَرَبَّكُمْ ۚ وَكُنْتُ عَلَيْهِمْ شَهِيدًا مَا دُمْتُ فِيهِمْ ۖ فَلَمَّا تَوَفَّيْتَنِي كُنْتَ أَنْتَ الرَّقِيبَ عَلَيْهِمْ ۚ وَأَنْتَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ شَهِيدٌ

"Never did I say to them aught except what You (Allah) did command me to say: 'Worship Allah, my Lord and your Lord.' And I was a witness over them while I dwelt amongst them, but when You took me up, You were the Watcher over them, and You are a Witness to all things. (This is a great admonition and warning to the Christians of the whole world).

5:118 Al-Maaida

‎إِنْ تُعَذِّبْهُمْ فَإِنَّهُمْ عِبَادُكَ ۖ وَإِنْ تَغْفِرْ لَهُمْ فَإِنَّكَ أَنْتَ الْعَزِيزُ الْحَكِيمُ

"If You punish them, they are Your slaves, and if You forgive them, verily You, only You are the All-Mighty, the All-Wise."

5:119 Al-Maaida

‎قَالَ اللَّهُ هَٰذَا يَوْمُ يَنْفَعُ الصَّادِقِينَ صِدْقُهُمْ ۚ لَهُمْ جَنَّاتٌ تَجْرِي مِنْ تَحْتِهَا الْأَنْهَارُ خَالِدِينَ فِيهَا أَبَدًا ۚ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُمْ وَرَضُوا عَنْهُ ۚ ذَٰلِكَ الْفَوْزُ الْعَظِيمُ

Allah will say: "This is a Day on which the truthful will profit from their truth: theirs are Gardens under which rivers flow (in Paradise) - they shall abide therein forever. Allah is pleased with them and they with Him. That is the great success (Paradise).

5:120 Al-Maaida

‎لِلَّهِ مُلْكُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَمَا فِيهِنَّ ۚ وَهُوَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ

To Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth and all that is therein, and He is Able to do all things.

Jesus, peace be upon him is only a prophet and we (Muslim people) will follow him when he returns before Judgement Day. In Islam, we believe in all prophets chosen by God while making no difference between any of them acknowledging that the last prophet is prophet Mohamed, peace be upon him.

2:285 Al-Baqara ‎آمَنَ الرَّسُولُ بِمَا أُنْزِلَ إِلَيْهِ مِنْ رَبِّهِ وَالْمُؤْمِنُونَ ۚ كُلٌّ آمَنَ بِاللَّهِ وَمَلَائِكَتِهِ وَكُتُبِهِ وَرُسُلِهِ لَا نُفَرِّقُ بَيْنَ أَحَدٍ مِنْ رُسُلِهِ ۚ وَقَالُوا سَمِعْنَا وَأَطَعْنَا ۖ غُفْرَانَكَ رَبَّنَا وَإِلَيْكَ الْمَصِيرُ The Messenger (Muhammad SAW) believes in what has been sent down to him from his Lord, and (so do) the believers. Each one believes in Allah, His Angels, His Books, and His Messengers. They say, "We make no distinction between one another of His Messengers" - and they say, "We hear, and we obey. (We seek) Your Forgiveness, our Lord, and to You is the return (of all)."

27:59 An-Naml ‎قُلِ الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ وَسَلَامٌ عَلَىٰ عِبَادِهِ الَّذِينَ اصْطَفَىٰ ۗ آللَّهُ خَيْرٌ أَمَّا يُشْرِكُونَ Say: "Praise and thanks be to Allah, and peace be on His servants whom He has chosen (for His Message)! Is Allah better, or (all) that you ascribe as partners (to Him)?" (Of course, Allah is Better). 33:57 Al-Ahzaab ‎إِنَّ الَّذِينَ يُؤْذُونَ اللَّهَ وَرَسُولَهُ لَعَنَهُمُ اللَّهُ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ وَأَعَدَّ لَهُمْ عَذَابًا مُهِينًا Verily, those who cause harm to Allah and His Messenger, Allah has cursed them in this world, and in the Hereafter, and has prepared for them a humiliating torment. 33:58 Al-Ahzaab ‎وَالَّذِينَ يُؤْذُونَ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ وَالْمُؤْمِنَاتِ بِغَيْرِ مَا اكْتَسَبُوا فَقَدِ احْتَمَلُوا بُهْتَانًا وَإِثْمًا مُبِينًا And those who cause harm believing men and women undeservedly, bear on themselves the crime of slander and plain sin.

Some of the miracles shown by prophet Jesus peace be upon him are mentioned in the Quran in the following verses.

5:110 Al-Maaida

‎إِذْ قَالَ اللَّهُ يَا عِيسَى ابْنَ مَرْيَمَ اذْكُرْ نِعْمَتِي عَلَيْكَ وَعَلَىٰ وَالِدَتِكَ إِذْ أَيَّدْتُكَ بِرُوحِ الْقُدُسِ تُكَلِّمُ النَّاسَ فِي الْمَهْدِ وَكَهْلًا ۖ وَإِذْ عَلَّمْتُكَ الْكِتَابَ وَالْحِكْمَةَ وَالتَّوْرَاةَ وَالْإِنْجِيلَ ۖ وَإِذْ تَخْلُقُ مِنَ الطِّينِ كَهَيْئَةِ الطَّيْرِ بِإِذْنِي فَتَنْفُخُ فِيهَا فَتَكُونُ طَيْرًا بِإِذْنِي ۖ وَتُبْرِئُ الْأَكْمَهَ وَالْأَبْرَصَ بِإِذْنِي ۖ وَإِذْ تُخْرِجُ الْمَوْتَىٰ بِإِذْنِي ۖ وَإِذْ كَفَفْتُ بَنِي إِسْرَائِيلَ عَنْكَ إِذْ جِئْتَهُمْ بِالْبَيِّنَاتِ فَقَالَ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا مِنْهُمْ إِنْ هَٰذَا إِلَّا سِحْرٌ مُبِينٌ

[The Day] when Allah will say, "O Jesus, Son of Mary, remember My favor upon you and upon your mother when I supported you with the Pure Spirit and you spoke to the people in the cradle and in maturity; and [remember] when I taught you writing and wisdom and the Torah and the Gospel; and when you designed from clay [what was] like the form of a bird with My permission, then you breathed into it, and it became a bird with My permission; and you healed the blind and the leper with My permission; and when you brought forth the dead with My permission; and when I restrained the Children of Israel from [killing] you when you came to them with clear proofs and those who disbelieved among them said, "This is not but obvious magic."

5:111 Al-Maaida

‎وَإِذْ أَوْحَيْتُ إِلَى الْحَوَارِيِّينَ أَنْ آمِنُوا بِي وَبِرَسُولِي قَالُوا آمَنَّا وَاشْهَدْ بِأَنَّنَا مُسْلِمُونَ

And [remember] when I inspired to the disciples, "Believe in Me and in My messenger Jesus." They said, "We have believed, so bear witness that indeed we are Muslims [in submission to Allah]."

5:112 Al-Maaida ‎إِذْ قَالَ الْحَوَارِيُّونَ يَا عِيسَى ابْنَ مَرْيَمَ هَلْ يَسْتَطِيعُ رَبُّكَ أَنْ يُنَزِّلَ عَلَيْنَا مَائِدَةً مِنَ السَّمَاءِ ۖ قَالَ اتَّقُوا اللَّهَ إِنْ كُنْتُمْ مُؤْمِنِينَ (Remember) when Al-Hawariun (the disciples) said: "O 'Iesa (Jesus), son of Maryam (Mary)! Can your Lord send down to us a table spread (with food) from heaven?" 'Iesa (Jesus) said: "Fear Allah, if you are indeed believers."

5:113 Al-Maaida ‎قَالُوا نُرِيدُ أَنْ نَأْكُلَ مِنْهَا وَتَطْمَئِنَّ قُلُوبُنَا وَنَعْلَمَ أَنْ قَدْ صَدَقْتَنَا وَنَكُونَ عَلَيْهَا مِنَ الشَّاهِدِينَ They said: "We wish to eat thereof and to be stronger in Faith, and to know that you have indeed told us the truth and that we ourselves be its witnesses."

5:114 Al-Maaida ‎قَالَ عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّنَا أَنْزِلْ عَلَيْنَا مَائِدَةً مِنَ السَّمَاءِ تَكُونُ لَنَا عِيدًا لِأَوَّلِنَا وَآخِرِنَا وَآيَةً مِنْكَ ۖ وَارْزُقْنَا وَأَنْتَ خَيْرُ الرَّازِقِينَ 'Iesa (Jesus), son of Maryam (Mary), said: "O Allah, our Lord! Send us from heaven a table spread (with food) that there may be for us - for the first and the last of us - a festival and a sign from You; and provide us sustenance, for You are the Best of sustainers."

5:115 Al-Maaida ‎قَالَ اللَّهُ إِنِّي مُنَزِّلُهَا عَلَيْكُمْ ۖ فَمَنْ يَكْفُرْ بَعْدُ مِنْكُمْ فَإِنِّي أُعَذِّبُهُ عَذَابًا لَا أُعَذِّبُهُ أَحَدًا مِنَ الْعَالَمِينَ Allah said: "I am going to send it down unto you, but if any of you after that disbelieves, then I will punish him with a torment such as I have not inflicted on anyone among (all) the 'Alamin (mankind and jinns)."

The pregnancy of Mary and the birth of prophet Jesus peace be upon him are also miracles and they are mentioned in the following verses. Jesus peace be upon him himself is a gift to Mary; however God, Allah, created him in the same way he created Adam.

3:8 Aal-i-Imraan

رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِنْ لَدُنْكَ رَحْمَةً ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ الْوَهَّابُ

[Who say], "Our Lord, let not our hearts deviate after You have guided us and grant us from Yourself mercy. Indeed, You are the Bestower. 3:45 Aal-i-Imraan

‎إِذْ قَالَتِ الْمَلَائِكَةُ يَا مَرْيَمُ إِنَّ اللَّهَ يُبَشِّرُكِ بِكَلِمَةٍ مِنْهُ اسْمُهُ الْمَسِيحُ عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ وَجِيهًا فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ وَمِنَ الْمُقَرَّبِينَ

[And mention] when the angels said, "O Mary, indeed Allah gives you good tidings of a word from Him, whose name will be the Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary - distinguished in this world and the Hereafter and among those brought near [to Allah].

3:46 Aal-i-Imraan

‎وَيُكَلِّمُ النَّاسَ فِي الْمَهْدِ وَكَهْلًا وَمِنَ الصَّالِحِينَ

He will speak to the people in the cradle and in maturity and will be of the righteous."

3:47 Aal-i-Imraan

‎قَالَتْ رَبِّ أَنَّىٰ يَكُونُ لِي وَلَدٌ وَلَمْ يَمْسَسْنِي بَشَرٌ ۖ قَالَ كَذَٰلِكِ اللَّهُ يَخْلُقُ مَا يَشَاءُ ۚ إِذَا قَضَىٰ أَمْرًا فَإِنَّمَا يَقُولُ لَهُ كُنْ فَيَكُونُ

She said, "My Lord, how will I have a child when no man has touched me?" [The angel] said, "Such is Allah; He creates what He wills. When He decrees a matter, He only says to it, 'Be,' and it is.

3:48 Aal-i-Imraan

‎وَيُعَلِّمُهُ الْكِتَابَ وَالْحِكْمَةَ وَالتَّوْرَاةَ وَالْإِنْجِيلَ

And He will teach him writing and wisdom and the Torah and the Gospel

3:49 Aal-i-Imraan

‎وَرَسُولًا إِلَىٰ بَنِي إِسْرَائِيلَ أَنِّي قَدْ جِئْتُكُمْ بِآيَةٍ مِنْ رَبِّكُمْ ۖ أَنِّي أَخْلُقُ لَكُمْ مِنَ الطِّينِ كَهَيْئَةِ الطَّيْرِ فَأَنْفُخُ فِيهِ فَيَكُونُ طَيْرًا بِإِذْنِ اللَّهِ ۖ وَأُبْرِئُ الْأَكْمَهَ وَالْأَبْرَصَ وَأُحْيِي الْمَوْتَىٰ بِإِذْنِ اللَّهِ ۖ وَأُنَبِّئُكُمْ بِمَا تَأْكُلُونَ وَمَا تَدَّخِرُونَ فِي بُيُوتِكُمْ ۚ إِنَّ فِي ذَٰلِكَ لَآيَةً لَكُمْ إِنْ كُنْتُمْ مُؤْمِنِينَ

And [make him] a messenger to the Children of Israel, [who will say], 'Indeed I have come to you with a sign from your Lord in that I design for you from clay [that which is] like the form of a bird, then I breathe into it and it becomes a bird by permission of Allah. And I cure the blind and the leper, and I give life to the dead - by permission of Allah. And I inform you of what you eat and what you store in your houses. Indeed in that is a sign for you, if you are believers.

3:50 Aal-i-Imraan

‎وَمُصَدِّقًا لِمَا بَيْنَ يَدَيَّ مِنَ التَّوْرَاةِ وَلِأُحِلَّ لَكُمْ بَعْضَ الَّذِي حُرِّمَ عَلَيْكُمْ ۚ وَجِئْتُكُمْ بِآيَةٍ مِنْ رَبِّكُمْ فَاتَّقُوا اللَّهَ وَأَطِيعُونِ

And [I have come] confirming what was before me of the Torah and to make lawful for you some of what was forbidden to you. And I have come to you with a sign from your Lord, so fear Allah and obey me.

3:51 Aal-i-Imraan

‎إِنَّ اللَّهَ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكُمْ فَاعْبُدُوهُ ۗ هَٰذَا صِرَاطٌ مُسْتَقِيمٌ

Indeed, Allah is my Lord and your Lord, so worship Him. That is the straight path."

3:52 Aal-i-Imraan

‎۞ فَلَمَّا أَحَسَّ عِيسَىٰ مِنْهُمُ الْكُفْرَ قَالَ مَنْ أَنْصَارِي إِلَى اللَّهِ ۖ قَالَ الْحَوَارِيُّونَ نَحْنُ أَنْصَارُ اللَّهِ آمَنَّا بِاللَّهِ وَاشْهَدْ بِأَنَّا مُسْلِمُونَ

But when Jesus felt [persistence in] disbelief from them, he said, "Who are my supporters for [the cause of] Allah?" The disciples said, "We are supporters for Allah. We have believed in Allah and testify that we are Muslims [submitting to Him].

3:53 Aal-i-Imraan

‎رَبَّنَا آمَنَّا بِمَا أَنْزَلْتَ وَاتَّبَعْنَا الرَّسُولَ فَاكْتُبْنَا مَعَ الشَّاهِدِينَ

Our Lord, we have believed in what You revealed and have followed the messenger Jesus, so register us among the witnesses [to truth]."

3:54 Aal-i-Imraan

‎وَمَكَرُوا وَمَكَرَ اللَّهُ ۖ وَاللَّهُ خَيْرُ الْمَاكِرِينَ

And the disbelievers planned, but Allah planned. And Allah is the best of planners.

3:55 Aal-i-Imraan

‎إِذْ قَالَ اللَّهُ يَا عِيسَىٰ إِنِّي مُتَوَفِّيكَ وَرَافِعُكَ إِلَيَّ وَمُطَهِّرُكَ مِنَ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا وَجَاعِلُ الَّذِينَ اتَّبَعُوكَ فَوْقَ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا إِلَىٰ يَوْمِ الْقِيَامَةِ ۖ ثُمَّ إِلَيَّ مَرْجِعُكُمْ فَأَحْكُمُ بَيْنَكُمْ فِيمَا كُنْتُمْ فِيهِ تَخْتَلِفُونَ

[Mention] when Allah said, "O Jesus, indeed I will take you and raise you to Myself and purify you from those who disbelieve and make those who follow you [in submission to Allah alone] superior to those who disbelieve until the Day of Resurrection. Then to Me is your return, and I will judge between you concerning that in which you used to differ.

3:56 Aal-i-Imraan

‎فَأَمَّا الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا فَأُعَذِّبُهُمْ عَذَابًا شَدِيدًا فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ وَمَا لَهُمْ مِنْ نَاصِرِينَ

And as for those who disbelieved, I will punish them with a severe punishment in this world and the Hereafter, and they will have no helpers."

3:57 Aal-i-Imraan

‎وَأَمَّا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ فَيُوَفِّيهِمْ أُجُورَهُمْ ۗ وَاللَّهُ لَا يُحِبُّ الظَّالِمِينَ

But as for those who believed and did righteous deeds, He will give them in full their rewards, and Allah does not like the wrongdoers.

3:58 Aal-i-Imraan

‎ذَٰلِكَ نَتْلُوهُ عَلَيْكَ مِنَ الْآيَاتِ وَالذِّكْرِ الْحَكِيمِ

This is what We recite to you, [O Muhammad], of [Our] verses and the precise [and wise] message.

3:59 Aal-i-Imraan

‎إِنَّ مَثَلَ عِيسَىٰ عِنْدَ اللَّهِ كَمَثَلِ آدَمَ ۖ خَلَقَهُ مِنْ تُرَابٍ ثُمَّ قَالَ لَهُ كُنْ فَيَكُونُ

Indeed, the example of Jesus to Allah is like that of Adam. He created Him from dust; then He said to him, "Be," and he was.

3:60 Aal-i-Imraan

‎الْحَقُّ مِنْ رَبِّكَ فَلَا تَكُنْ مِنَ الْمُمْتَرِينَ

The truth is from your Lord, so do not be among the doubters.

3:61 Aal-i-Imraan

‎فَمَنْ حَاجَّكَ فِيهِ مِنْ بَعْدِ مَا جَاءَكَ مِنَ الْعِلْمِ فَقُلْ تَعَالَوْا نَدْعُ أَبْنَاءَنَا وَأَبْنَاءَكُمْ وَنِسَاءَنَا وَنِسَاءَكُمْ وَأَنْفُسَنَا وَأَنْفُسَكُمْ ثُمَّ نَبْتَهِلْ فَنَجْعَلْ لَعْنَتَ اللَّهِ عَلَى الْكَاذِبِينَ

Then whoever argues with you about it after [this] knowledge has come to you - say, "Come, let us call our sons and your sons, our women and your women, ourselves and yourselves, then supplicate earnestly [together] and invoke the curse of Allah upon the liars [among us]."

3:62 Aal-i-Imraan

‎إِنَّ هَٰذَا لَهُوَ الْقَصَصُ الْحَقُّ ۚ وَمَا مِنْ إِلَٰهٍ إِلَّا اللَّهُ ۚ وَإِنَّ اللَّهَ لَهُوَ الْعَزِيزُ الْحَكِيمُ

Indeed, this is the true narration. And there is no deity except Allah. And indeed, Allah is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.

3:63 Aal-i-Imraan

‎فَإِنْ تَوَلَّوْا فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ عَلِيمٌ بِالْمُفْسِدِينَ

But if they turn away, then indeed - Allah is Knowing of the corrupters.

3:64 Aal-i-Imraan

‎قُلْ يَا أَهْلَ الْكِتَابِ تَعَالَوْا إِلَىٰ كَلِمَةٍ سَوَاءٍ بَيْنَنَا وَبَيْنَكُمْ أَلَّا نَعْبُدَ إِلَّا اللَّهَ وَلَا نُشْرِكَ بِهِ شَيْئًا وَلَا يَتَّخِذَ بَعْضُنَا بَعْضًا أَرْبَابًا مِنْ دُونِ اللَّهِ ۚ فَإِنْ تَوَلَّوْا فَقُولُوا اشْهَدُوا بِأَنَّا مُسْلِمُونَ

Say, "O People of the Scripture, come to a word that is equitable between us and you - that we will not worship except Allah and not associate anything with Him and not take one another as lords instead of Allah." But if they turn away, then say, "Bear witness that we are Muslims [submitting to Him]."

19:16 Maryam

‎وَاذْكُرْ فِي الْكِتَابِ مَرْيَمَ إِذِ انْتَبَذَتْ مِنْ أَهْلِهَا مَكَانًا شَرْقِيًّا

And mention, [O Muhammad], in the Book [the story of] Mary, when she withdrew from her family to a place toward the east.

19:17 Maryam

‎فَاتَّخَذَتْ مِنْ دُونِهِمْ حِجَابًا فَأَرْسَلْنَا إِلَيْهَا رُوحَنَا فَتَمَثَّلَ لَهَا بَشَرًا سَوِيًّا

And she took, in seclusion from them, a screen. Then We sent to her Our Angel, and he represented himself to her as a well-proportioned man.

19:18 Maryam

‎قَالَتْ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِالرَّحْمَٰنِ مِنْكَ إِنْ كُنْتَ تَقِيًّا

She said, "Indeed, I seek refuge in the Most Merciful from you, [so leave me], if you should be fearing of Allah."

19:19 Maryam

‎قَالَ إِنَّمَا أَنَا رَسُولُ رَبِّكِ لِأَهَبَ لَكِ غُلَامًا زَكِيًّا

He said, "I am only the messenger of your Lord to give you [news of] a pure boy."

19:20 Maryam

‎قَالَتْ أَنَّىٰ يَكُونُ لِي غُلَامٌ وَلَمْ يَمْسَسْنِي بَشَرٌ وَلَمْ أَكُ بَغِيًّا

She said, "How can I have a boy while no man has touched me and I have not been unchaste?"

19:21 Maryam

‎قَالَ كَذَٰلِكِ قَالَ رَبُّكِ هُوَ عَلَيَّ هَيِّنٌ ۖ وَلِنَجْعَلَهُ آيَةً لِلنَّاسِ وَرَحْمَةً مِنَّا ۚ وَكَانَ أَمْرًا مَقْضِيًّا

He said, "Thus [it will be]; your Lord says, 'It is easy for Me, and We will make him a sign to the people and a mercy from Us. And it is a matter [already] decreed.' "

19:22 Maryam

‎۞ فَحَمَلَتْهُ فَانْتَبَذَتْ بِهِ مَكَانًا قَصِيًّا

So she conceived him, and she withdrew with him to a remote place.

19:23 Maryam

‎فَأَجَاءَهَا الْمَخَاضُ إِلَىٰ جِذْعِ النَّخْلَةِ قَالَتْ يَا لَيْتَنِي مِتُّ قَبْلَ هَٰذَا وَكُنْتُ نَسْيًا مَنْسِيًّا

And the pains of childbirth drove her to the trunk of a palm tree. She said, "Oh, I wish I had died before this and was in oblivion, forgotten."

19:24 Maryam

‎فَنَادَاهَا مِنْ تَحْتِهَا أَلَّا تَحْزَنِي قَدْ جَعَلَ رَبُّكِ تَحْتَكِ سَرِيًّا

But he called her from below her, "Do not grieve; your Lord has provided beneath you a stream.

19:25 Maryam

‎وَهُزِّي إِلَيْكِ بِجِذْعِ النَّخْلَةِ تُسَاقِطْ عَلَيْكِ رُطَبًا جَنِيًّا

And shake toward you the trunk of the palm tree; it will drop upon you ripe, fresh dates.

19:26 Maryam

‎فَكُلِي وَاشْرَبِي وَقَرِّي عَيْنًا ۖ فَإِمَّا تَرَيِنَّ مِنَ الْبَشَرِ أَحَدًا فَقُولِي إِنِّي نَذَرْتُ لِلرَّحْمَٰنِ صَوْمًا فَلَنْ أُكَلِّمَ الْيَوْمَ إِنْسِيًّا

So eat and drink and be contented. And if you see from among humanity anyone, say, 'Indeed, I have vowed to the Most Merciful abstention, so I will not speak today to [any] man.' "

19:27 Maryam

‎فَأَتَتْ بِهِ قَوْمَهَا تَحْمِلُهُ ۖ قَالُوا يَا مَرْيَمُ لَقَدْ جِئْتِ شَيْئًا فَرِيًّا

Then she brought him to her people, carrying him. They said, "O Mary, you have certainly done a thing unprecedented.

19:28 Maryam

‎يَا أُخْتَ هَارُونَ مَا كَانَ أَبُوكِ امْرَأَ سَوْءٍ وَمَا كَانَتْ أُمُّكِ بَغِيًّا

O sister of Aaron, your father was not a man of evil, nor was your mother unchaste."

19:29 Maryam

‎فَأَشَارَتْ إِلَيْهِ ۖ قَالُوا كَيْفَ نُكَلِّمُ مَنْ كَانَ فِي الْمَهْدِ صَبِيًّا

So she pointed to him. They said, "How can we speak to one who is in the cradle a child?"

19:30 Maryam

‎قَالَ إِنِّي عَبْدُ اللَّهِ آتَانِيَ الْكِتَابَ وَجَعَلَنِي نَبِيًّا

[Jesus] said, "Indeed, I am the servant of Allah. He has given me the Scripture and made me a prophet.

19:31 Maryam

‎وَجَعَلَنِي مُبَارَكًا أَيْنَ مَا كُنْتُ وَأَوْصَانِي بِالصَّلَاةِ وَالزَّكَاةِ مَا دُمْتُ حَيًّا

And He has made me blessed wherever I am and has enjoined upon me prayer and zakah as long as I remain alive

19:32 Maryam

‎وَبَرًّا بِوَالِدَتِي وَلَمْ يَجْعَلْنِي جَبَّارًا شَقِيًّا

And [made me] dutiful to my mother, and He has not made me a wretched tyrant.

19:33 Maryam

‎وَالسَّلَامُ عَلَيَّ يَوْمَ وُلِدْتُ وَيَوْمَ أَمُوتُ وَيَوْمَ أُبْعَثُ حَيًّا

And peace is on me the day I was born and the day I will die and the day I am raised alive."

19:34 Maryam

‎ذَٰلِكَ عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ ۚ قَوْلَ الْحَقِّ الَّذِي فِيهِ يَمْتَرُونَ

That is Jesus, the son of Mary - the word of truth about which they are in dispute.

19:35 Maryam

‎مَا كَانَ لِلَّهِ أَنْ يَتَّخِذَ مِنْ وَلَدٍ ۖ سُبْحَانَهُ ۚ إِذَا قَضَىٰ أَمْرًا فَإِنَّمَا يَقُولُ لَهُ كُنْ فَيَكُونُ

It is not [befitting] for Allah to take a son; exalted is He! When He decrees an affair, He only says to it, "Be," and it is.

19:36 Maryam

‎وَإِنَّ اللَّهَ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكُمْ فَاعْبُدُوهُ ۚ هَٰذَا صِرَاطٌ مُسْتَقِيمٌ

[Jesus said], "And indeed, Allah is my Lord and your Lord, so worship Him. That is a straight path."

19:37 Maryam

‎فَاخْتَلَفَ الْأَحْزَابُ مِنْ بَيْنِهِمْ ۖ فَوَيْلٌ لِلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا مِنْ مَشْهَدِ يَوْمٍ عَظِيمٍ

Then the factions differed [concerning Jesus] from among them, so woe to those who disbelieved - from the scene of a tremendous Day.

19:38 Maryam

‎أَسْمِعْ بِهِمْ وَأَبْصِرْ يَوْمَ يَأْتُونَنَا ۖ لَٰكِنِ الظَّالِمُونَ الْيَوْمَ فِي ضَلَالٍ مُبِينٍ

How [clearly] they will hear and see the Day they come to Us, but the wrongdoers today are in clear error.

19:39 Maryam

‎وَأَنْذِرْهُمْ يَوْمَ الْحَسْرَةِ إِذْ قُضِيَ الْأَمْرُ وَهُمْ فِي غَفْلَةٍ وَهُمْ لَا يُؤْمِنُونَ

And warn them, [O Muhammad], of the Day of Regret, when the matter will be concluded; and [yet], they are in [a state of] heedlessness, and they do not believe.

In the following verse prophet Jesus peace be upon him told the people of his time about the arrival of prophet Mohamed peace be upon him (please note that Ahmed and Mohamed have the same meaning in Arabic and have the same word origin; the verb Hamad that means thanked).

61:6 As-Saff

‎وَإِذْ قَالَ عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ يَا بَنِي إِسْرَائِيلَ إِنِّي رَسُولُ اللَّهِ إِلَيْكُمْ مُصَدِّقًا لِمَا بَيْنَ يَدَيَّ مِنَ التَّوْرَاةِ وَمُبَشِّرًا بِرَسُولٍ يَأْتِي مِنْ بَعْدِي اسْمُهُ أَحْمَدُ ۖ فَلَمَّا جَاءَهُمْ بِالْبَيِّنَاتِ قَالُوا هَٰذَا سِحْرٌ مُبِينٌ

And [mention] when Jesus, the son of Mary, said, "O children (descendants) of Israel, indeed I am the messenger of Allah to you confirming what came before me of the Torah and bringing good tidings of a messenger to come after me, whose name is Ahmad." But when he came to them with clear evidences, they said, "This is obvious magic."

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This workshop will guide you through exploring the concepts behind MCP servers and how to deploy them as DVMs in Nostr using DVMCP. By the end, you'll understand how these systems work together and be able to create your own deployments.

Understanding MCP Systems

MCP (Model Context Protocol) systems consist of two main components that work together:

1. MCP Server: The heart of the system that exposes tools, which you can access via the .listTools() method.
2. MCP Client: The interface that connects to the MCP server and lets you use the tools it offers.

These servers and clients can communicate using different transport methods:

• Standard I/O (stdio): A simple local connection method when your server and client are on the same machine.
• Server-Sent Events (SSE): Uses HTTP to create a communication channel.

For this workshop, we'll use stdio to deploy our server. DVMCP will act as a bridge, connecting to your MCP server as an MCP client, and exposing its tools as a DVM that anyone can call from Nostr.

Creating (or Finding) an MCP Server

Building an MCP server is simpler than you might think:

1. Create software in any programming language you're comfortable with.
2. Add an MCP library to expose your server's MCP interface.
3. Create an API that wraps around your software's functionality.

Once your server is ready, an MCP client can connect, for example, with bun index.js, and then call .listTools() to discover what your server can do. This pattern, known as reflection, makes Nostr DVMs and MCP a perfect match since both use JSON, and DVMs can announce and call tools, effectively becoming an MCP proxy.

Alternatively, you can use one of the many existing MCP servers available in various repositories.

For more information about mcp and how to build mcp servers you can visit https://modelcontextprotocol.io/

Setting Up the Workshop

Let's get hands-on:

First, to follow this workshop you will need Bun. Install it from https://bun.sh/. For Linux and macOS, you can use the installation script:

curl -fsSL https://bun.sh/install | bash

1. Choose your MCP server: You can either create one or use an existing one.

2. Inspect your server using the MCP inspector tool: bash npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector build/index.js arg1 arg2 This will:

3. Launch a client UI (default: http://localhost:5173)
4. Start an MCP proxy server (default: port 3000)

5. Pass any additional arguments directly to your server

6. Use the inspector: Open the client UI in your browser to connect with your server, list available tools, and test its functionality.

Deploying with DVMCP

Now for the exciting part – making your MCP server available to everyone on Nostr:

1. Navigate to your MCP server directory.

2. Run without installing (quickest way): npx @dvmcp/bridge

3. Or install globally for regular use: npm install -g @dvmcp/bridge # or bun install -g @dvmcp/bridge Then run using: bash dvmcp-bridge

This will guide you through creating the necessary configuration.

Watch the console logs to confirm successful setup – you'll see your public key and process information, or any issues that need addressing.

For the configuration, you can set the relay as wss://relay.dvmcp.fun , or use any other of your preference

Testing and Integration

1. Visit dvmcp.fun to see your DVM announcement.
2. Call your tools and watch the responses come back.

For production use, consider running dvmcp-bridge as a system service or creating a container for greater reliability and uptime.

Integrating with LLM Clients

You can also integrate your DVMCP deployment with LLM clients using the discovery package:

1. Install and use the @dvmcp/discovery package: bash npx @dvmcp/discovery

2. This package acts as an MCP server for your LLM system by:

3. Connecting to configured Nostr relays
4. Discovering tools from DVMCP servers

5. Making them available to your LLM applications

6. Connect to specific servers or providers using these flags: ```bash # Connect to all DVMCP servers from a provider npx @dvmcp/discovery --provider npub1...

# Connect to a specific DVMCP server npx @dvmcp/discovery --server naddr1... ```

Using these flags, you wouldn't need a configuration file. You can find these commands and Claude desktop configuration already prepared for copy and paste at dvmcp.fun.

This feature lets you connect to any DVMCP server using Nostr and integrate it into your client, either as a DVM or in LLM-powered applications.

Final thoughts

If you've followed this workshop, you now have an MCP server deployed as a Nostr DVM. This means that local resources from the system where the MCP server is running can be accessed through Nostr in a decentralized manner. This capability is powerful and opens up numerous possibilities and opportunities for fun.

You can use this setup for various use cases, including in a controlled/local environment. For instance, you can deploy a relay in your local network that's only accessible within it, exposing all your local MCP servers to anyone connected to the network. This setup can act as a hub for communication between different systems, which could be particularly interesting for applications in home automation or other fields. The potential applications are limitless.

However, it's important to keep in mind that there are security concerns when exposing local resources publicly. You should be mindful of these risks and prioritize security when creating and deploying your MCP servers on Nostr.

Finally, these are new ideas, and the software is still under development. If you have any feedback, please refer to the GitHub repository to report issues or collaborate. DVMCP also has a Signal group you can join. Additionally, you can engage with the community on Nostr using the #dvmcp hashtag.

Useful Resources

• Official Documentation:
• Model Context Protocol: modelcontextprotocol.org

• DVMCP.fun: dvmcp.fun

• Source Code and Development:

• DVMCP: github.com/gzuuus/dvmcp

• DVMCP.fun: github.com/gzuuus/dvmcpfun

• MCP Servers and Clients:

• Smithery AI: smithery.ai
• MCP.so: mcp.so

• Glama AI MCP Servers: glama.ai/mcp/servers

• Signal group

Happy building!

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This guide will walk you through setting up your own Strfry Nostr relay on a Debian/Ubuntu server and making it accessible exclusively as a TOR hidden service. By the end, you'll have a privacy-focused relay that operates entirely within the TOR network, enhancing both your privacy and that of your users.

Table of Contents

1. Prerequisites
2. Initial Server Setup
3. Installing Strfry Nostr Relay
4. Configuring Your Relay
5. Setting Up TOR
6. Making Your Relay Available on TOR
7. Testing Your Setup]
8. Maintenance and Security
9. Troubleshooting

Prerequisites

• A Debian or Ubuntu server
• Basic familiarity with command line operations (most steps are explained in detail)
• Root or sudo access to your server

Initial Server Setup

First, let's make sure your server is properly set up and secured.

Update Your System

Connect to your server via SSH and update your system:

bash sudo apt update sudo apt upgrade -y

Set Up a Basic Firewall

Install and configure a basic firewall:

bash sudo apt install ufw -y sudo ufw allow ssh sudo ufw enable

This allows SSH connections while blocking other ports for security.

Installing Strfry Nostr Relay

This guide includes the full range of steps needed to build and set up Strfry. It's simply based on the current version of the DEPLOYMENT.md document in the Strfry GitHub repository. If the build/setup process is changed in the repo, this document could get outdated. If so, please report to me that something is outdated and check for updated steps here.

Install Dependencies

First, let's install the necessary dependencies. Each package serves a specific purpose in building and running Strfry:

bash sudo apt install -y git build-essential libyaml-perl libtemplate-perl libregexp-grammars-perl libssl-dev zlib1g-dev liblmdb-dev libflatbuffers-dev libsecp256k1-dev libzstd-dev

Here's why each dependency is needed:

Basic Development Tools: - git: Version control system used to clone the Strfry repository and manage code updates - build-essential: Meta-package that includes compilers (gcc, g++), make, and other essential build tools

Perl Dependencies (used for Strfry's build scripts): - libyaml-perl: Perl interface to parse YAML configuration files - libtemplate-perl: Template processing system used during the build process - libregexp-grammars-perl: Advanced regular expression handling for Perl scripts

Core Libraries for Strfry: - libssl-dev: Development files for OpenSSL, used for secure connections and cryptographic operations - zlib1g-dev: Compression library that Strfry uses to reduce data size - liblmdb-dev: Lightning Memory-Mapped Database library, which Strfry uses for its high-performance database backend - libflatbuffers-dev: Memory-efficient serialization library for structured data - libsecp256k1-dev: Optimized C library for EC operations on curve secp256k1, essential for Nostr's cryptographic signatures - libzstd-dev: Fast real-time compression algorithm for efficient data storage and transmission

Clone and Build Strfry

Clone the Strfry repository:

bash git clone https://github.com/hoytech/strfry.git cd strfry

Build Strfry:

bash git submodule update --init make setup-golpe make -j2 # This uses 2 CPU cores. Adjust based on your server (e.g., -j4 for 4 cores)

This build process will take several minutes, especially on servers with limited CPU resources, so go get a coffee and post some great memes on nostr in the meantime.

Install Strfry

Install the Strfry binary to your system path:

bash sudo cp strfry /usr/local/bin

This makes the strfry command available system-wide, allowing it to be executed from any directory and by any user with the appropriate permissions.

Configuring Your Relay

Create Strfry User

Create a dedicated user for running Strfry. This enhances security by isolating the relay process:

bash sudo useradd -M -s /usr/sbin/nologin strfry

The -M flag prevents creating a home directory, and -s /usr/sbin/nologin prevents anyone from logging in as this user. This is a security best practice for service accounts.

Create Data Directory

Create a directory for Strfry's data:

bash sudo mkdir /var/lib/strfry sudo chown strfry:strfry /var/lib/strfry sudo chmod 755 /var/lib/strfry

This creates a dedicated directory for Strfry's database and sets the appropriate permissions so that only the strfry user can write to it.

Configure Strfry

Copy the sample configuration file:

bash sudo cp strfry.conf /etc/strfry.conf

Edit the configuration file:

bash sudo nano /etc/strfry.conf

Modify the database path:

```

Find this line:

db = "./strfry-db/"

Change it to:

db = "/var/lib/strfry/" ```

Check your system's hard limit for file descriptors:

bash ulimit -Hn

Update the nofiles setting in your configuration to match this value (or set to 0):

```

Add or modify this line in the config (example if your limit is 524288):

nofiles = 524288 ```

The nofiles setting determines how many open files Strfry can have simultaneously. Setting it to your system's hard limit (or 0 to use the system default) helps prevent "too many open files" errors if your relay becomes popular.

You might also want to customize your relay's information in the config file. Look for the info section and update it with your relay's name, description, and other details.

Set ownership of the configuration file:

bash sudo chown strfry:strfry /etc/strfry.conf

Create Systemd Service

Create a systemd service file for managing Strfry:

bash sudo nano /etc/systemd/system/strfry.service

Add the following content:

```ini [Unit] Description=strfry relay service

[Service] User=strfry ExecStart=/usr/local/bin/strfry relay Restart=on-failure RestartSec=5 ProtectHome=yes NoNewPrivileges=yes ProtectSystem=full LimitCORE=1000000000

[Install] WantedBy=multi-user.target ```

This systemd service configuration: - Runs Strfry as the dedicated strfry user - Automatically restarts the service if it fails - Implements security measures like ProtectHome and NoNewPrivileges - Sets resource limits appropriate for a relay

Enable and start the service:

bash sudo systemctl enable strfry.service sudo systemctl start strfry

Check the service status:

bash sudo systemctl status strfry

Verify Relay is Running

Test that your relay is running locally:

bash curl localhost:7777

You should see a message indicating that the Strfry relay is running. This confirms that Strfry is properly installed and configured before we proceed to set up TOR.

Setting Up TOR

Now let's make your relay accessible as a TOR hidden service.

Install TOR

Install TOR from the package repositories:

bash sudo apt install -y tor

This installs the TOR daemon that will create and manage your hidden service.

Configure TOR

Edit the TOR configuration file:

bash sudo nano /etc/tor/torrc

Scroll down to wherever you see a commented out part like this: ```

HiddenServiceDir /var/lib/tor/hidden_service/

HiddenServicePort 80 127.0.0.1:80

```

Under those lines, add the following lines to set up a hidden service for your relay:

HiddenServiceDir /var/lib/tor/strfry-relay/ HiddenServicePort 80 127.0.0.1:7777

This configuration: - Creates a hidden service directory at /var/lib/tor/strfry-relay/ - Maps port 80 on your .onion address to port 7777 on your local machine - Keeps all traffic encrypted within the TOR network

Create the directory for your hidden service:

bash sudo mkdir -p /var/lib/tor/strfry-relay/ sudo chown debian-tor:debian-tor /var/lib/tor/strfry-relay/ sudo chmod 700 /var/lib/tor/strfry-relay/

The strict permissions (700) are crucial for security as they ensure only the debian-tor user can access the directory containing your hidden service private keys.

Restart TOR to apply changes:

bash sudo systemctl restart tor

Making Your Relay Available on TOR

Get Your Onion Address

After restarting TOR, you can find your onion address:

bash sudo cat /var/lib/tor/strfry-relay/hostname

This will output something like abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz234567.onion, which is your relay's unique .onion address. This is what you'll share with others to access your relay.

Understanding Onion Addresses

The .onion address is a special-format hostname that is automatically generated based on your hidden service's private key.

Your users will need to use this address with the WebSocket protocol prefix to connect: ws://youronionaddress.onion

Testing Your Setup

Test with a Nostr Client

The best way to test your relay is with an actual Nostr client that supports TOR:

1. Open your TOR browser
2. Go to your favorite client, either on clearnet or an onion service.
   • Check out this list of nostr clients available over TOR.
3. Add your relay URL: ws://youronionaddress.onion to your relay list
4. Try posting a note and see if it appears on your relay
   • In some nostr clients, you can also click on a relay to get information about it like the relay name and description you set earlier in the stryfry config. If you're able to see the correct values for the name and the description, you were able to connect to the relay.
   • Some nostr clients also gives you a status on what relays a note was posted to, this could also give you an indication that your relay works as expected.

Note that not all Nostr clients support TOR connections natively. Some may require additional configuration or use of TOR Browser. E.g. most mobile apps would most likely require a TOR proxy app running in the background (some have TOR support built in too).

Maintenance and Security

Regular Updates

Keep your system, TOR, and relay updated:

```bash

Update system

sudo apt update sudo apt upgrade -y

Update Strfry

cd ~/strfry git pull git submodule update make -j2 sudo cp strfry /usr/local/bin sudo systemctl restart strfry

Verify TOR is still running properly

sudo systemctl status tor ```

Regular updates are crucial for security, especially for TOR which may have security-critical updates.

Database Management

Strfry has built-in database management tools. Check the Strfry documentation for specific commands related to database maintenance, such as managing event retention and performing backups.

Monitoring Logs

To monitor your Strfry logs:

bash sudo journalctl -u strfry -f

To check TOR logs:

bash sudo journalctl -u tor -f

Monitoring logs helps you identify potential issues and understand how your relay is being used.

Backup

This is not a best practices guide on how to do backups. Preferably, backups should be stored either offline or on a different machine than your relay server. This is just a simple way on how to do it on the same server.

```bash

Stop the relay temporarily

sudo systemctl stop strfry

Backup the database

sudo cp -r /var/lib/strfry /path/to/backup/location

Restart the relay

sudo systemctl start strfry ```

Back up your TOR hidden service private key. The private key is particularly sensitive as it defines your .onion address - losing it means losing your address permanently. If you do a backup of this, ensure that is stored in a safe place where no one else has access to it.

bash sudo cp /var/lib/tor/strfry-relay/hs_ed25519_secret_key /path/to/secure/backup/location

Troubleshooting

Relay Not Starting

If your relay doesn't start:

```bash

Check logs

sudo journalctl -u strfry -e

Verify configuration

cat /etc/strfry.conf

Check permissions

ls -la /var/lib/strfry ```

Common issues include: - Incorrect configuration format - Permission problems with the data directory - Port already in use (another service using port 7777) - Issues with setting the nofiles limit (setting it too big)

TOR Hidden Service Not Working

If your TOR hidden service is not accessible:

```bash

Check TOR logs

sudo journalctl -u tor -e

Verify TOR is running

sudo systemctl status tor

Check onion address

sudo cat /var/lib/tor/strfry-relay/hostname

Verify TOR configuration

sudo cat /etc/tor/torrc ```

Common TOR issues include: - Incorrect directory permissions - TOR service not running - Incorrect port mapping in torrc

Testing Connectivity

If you're having trouble connecting to your service:

```bash

Verify Strfry is listening locally

sudo ss -tulpn | grep 7777

Check that TOR is properly running

sudo systemctl status tor

Test the local connection directly

curl --include --no-buffer localhost:7777 ```

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Privacy and Security Considerations

Running a Nostr relay as a TOR hidden service provides several important privacy benefits:

1. Network Privacy: Traffic to your relay is encrypted and routed through the TOR network, making it difficult to determine who is connecting to your relay.

2. Server Anonymity: The physical location and IP address of your server are concealed, providing protection against denial-of-service attacks and other targeting.

3. Censorship Resistance: TOR hidden services are more resilient against censorship attempts, as they don't rely on the regular DNS system and can't be easily blocked.

4. User Privacy: Users connecting to your relay through TOR enjoy enhanced privacy, as their connections are also encrypted and anonymized.

However, there are some important considerations:

• TOR connections are typically slower than regular internet connections
• Not all Nostr clients support TOR connections natively
• Running a hidden service increases the importance of keeping your server secure

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Congratulations! You now have a Strfry Nostr relay running as a TOR hidden service. This setup provides a resilient, privacy-focused, and censorship-resistant communication channel that helps strengthen the Nostr network.

For further customization and advanced configuration options, refer to the Strfry documentation.

Consider sharing your relay's .onion address with the Nostr community to help grow the privacy-focused segment of the network!

If you plan on providing a relay service that the public can use (either for free or paid for), consider adding it to this list. Only add it if you plan to run a stable and available relay.

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One of the most common criticisms leveled against nostr is the perceived lack of assurance when it comes to data storage. Critics argue that without a centralized authority guaranteeing that all data is preserved, important information will be lost. They also claim that running a relay will become prohibitively expensive. While there is truth to these concerns, they miss the mark. The genius of nostr lies in its flexibility, resilience, and the way it harnesses human incentives to ensure data availability in practice.

A nostr relay is simply a server that holds cryptographically verifiable signed data and makes it available to others. Relays are simple, flexible, open, and require no permission to run. Critics are right that operating a relay attempting to store all nostr data will be costly. What they miss is that most will not run all encompassing archive relays. Nostr does not rely on massive archive relays. Instead, anyone can run a relay and choose to store whatever subset of data they want. This keeps costs low and operations flexible, making relay operation accessible to all sorts of individuals and entities with varying use cases.

Critics are correct that there is no ironclad guarantee that every piece of data will always be available. Unlike bitcoin where data permanence is baked into the system at a steep cost, nostr does not promise that every random note or meme will be preserved forever. That said, in practice, any data perceived as valuable by someone will likely be stored and distributed by multiple entities. If something matters to someone, they will keep a signed copy.

Nostr is the Streisand Effect in protocol form. The Streisand effect is when an attempt to suppress information backfires, causing it to spread even further. With nostr, anyone can broadcast signed data, anyone can store it, and anyone can distribute it. Try to censor something important? Good luck. The moment it catches attention, it will be stored on relays across the globe, copied, and shared by those who find it worth keeping. Data deemed important will be replicated across servers by individuals acting in their own interest.

Nostr’s distributed nature ensures that the system does not rely on a single point of failure or a corporate overlord. Instead, it leans on the collective will of its users. The result is a network where costs stay manageable, participation is open to all, and valuable verifiable data is stored and distributed forever.

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Changes

William Casarin (26):

• dave: reorganize ModelConfig
• dave: organize
• dave: remove old file
• dave: add a few tool docs
• dave: update to custom filters nostrdb
• dave: only search non-replies
• context: implement note broadcasting
• multicast: broadcast context
• dave: fix bugs
• chrome: fix wallet button
• previews: disable for now
• ui: add some margin to chrome sidebar
• columns: remove thread warning
• nostrdb: fix on windows
• dave: tweak prompt
• misc: driveby fixes
• refactor: move input buttons ui into its own fn
• refactor: extract input_ui into its own function
• dave: refactor a bit
• post: fix bug where send shortcut send unfocused inputs
• dave: give up on plaintext formatting
• dave: fix input box
• log: silence gif log
• refactor: nevernest get_display_name
• refactor: ocd unnecessary pass by value
• ui: move note and profile rendering to notedeck_ui

kernelkind (4):

• Fix flaky test_zap_event
• move error out of AnyZapState
• introduce ImagePulseTint
• pulse pending zap button

pushed to notedeck:refs/heads/master

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In an age where ‘run clubs’ are getting more popular than ‘night clubs’, it’s exciting to see a Nostr-based sovereign fitness tracker hit the scene: Enter Runstr.club!

Runstr has emerged as a game-changer, redefining how runners connect, track progress, and stay motivated. For Bitcoin Runners, a movement that advocates sovereignty of one’s wealth, while improving one’s health, Runstr.club presents an exciting platform of choice to record your proof-of-work, take ownership of your personal data, and selectively engage with your social graph.

What is Runstr.club?

Runstr.club is a platform that’s being built to grow the proof-of-work community, with plans to offer interactive leaderboards, challenges, and social engagement. Unlike traditional running apps that focus purely on statistics, Runstr.club puts emphasis on camaraderie, motivation, and shared goals. It’s the Strava alternative that values ownership of your data, interoperability between platforms, and privacy as standard.

Why Runstr.club is a Great Fit for Bitcoin Runners

Bitcoin Runners isn’t just about proof-of-work; it’s about promoting freedom tech, decentralisation, and self-sovereignty principles that align closely with the ethos of Runstr.club.

Here’s why this platform is a great match for our movement:

1. Community-Driven & Decentralised Spirit

Bitcoin Runners thrives on grassroots adoption and community participation, much like Runstr.club’s organic and community-focused model. Unlike corporate-owned fitness platforms that prioritise monetisation, Runstr.club is designed to empower runners, keeping the experience authentic and meaningful.

1. Privacy-First Approach

One of the key concerns for bitcoiners is privacy. Mainstream fitness platforms harvest user data for profit, but Runstr.club offers a privacy-first alternative. This makes it an excellent choice for runners who value sovereignty in the digital age.

1. The Advantage of Nostr Over Centralised Run Tracking Tools

Most mainstream running apps, like Strava or Nike Run Club, rely on centralised platforms that control user data, impose restrictions, and often monetise user activity. Runstr.club, however, is built on Nostr, a decentralised protocol that enables users to interact without getting trapped inside a walled garden.

With Nostr, runners benefit from:

• True ownership of their data – no risk of platforms selling or misusing personal running history.

• Resilience against censorship – no arbitrary bans or content moderation dictated by a 'shadowy suit'.

• Interoperability – seamless integration with other Nostr-based applications, keeping data fluid and accessible across different platforms.

• Peer-to-peer connectivity – allowing runners to share progress, create challenges, and stay engaged independent of big tech.

For Bitcoin Runners, Nostr’s decentralised nature aligns perfectly with the principles of sovereignty, freedom, and privacy.

1. Gamification & Challenges

Runstr.club has engaging challenges and decentralised leaderboards on its roadmap. Whether you’re stacking sats through running-related bitcoin challenges or simply competing with fellow bitcoiners for fun, the platform will add an extra layer of engagement to every run. We would love to see such features come to life!

Conclusion

Runstr.club is more than just a running tracker—it’s a Nostr, bitcoin, and fitness onboarding community-driven movement. By embracing platforms that respect privacy, encourage competition, and foster community, we stay true to our values while pushing our limits as runners.

Let’s take this to the next level - be sure to follow Runstr on Nostr!

Run free. Stay sovereign. Stack zaps!

We’re shilling this open-source initiative out of genuine appreciation for both its vision and the dedicated team behind it.

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A supermemory MCP plugin that you can use to bring a memory with you to any client of your choosing. Supports fetching from, and storing to, memory. Comes with a prompt to help the client identify when to use or store updates. Very neat, and ties integrations together very well.

Here is a video walkthrough: https://x.com/DhravyaShah/status/1912544778090414188

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Abstract

This NIP defines a new event kind for sharing and storing code snippets. Unlike regular text notes (kind:1), code snippets have specialized metadata like language, extension, and other code-specific attributes that enhance discoverability, syntax highlighting, and improved user experience.

Event Kind

This NIP defines kind:1337 as a code snippet event.

The .content field contains the actual code snippet text.

Optional Tags

• filename - Filename of the code snippet

• l - Programming language name (lowercase). Examples: "javascript", "python", "rust"

• extension - File extension (without the dot). Examples: "js", "py", "rs"

• description - Brief description of what the code does

• runtime - Runtime or environment specification (e.g., "node v18.15.0", "python 3.11")

• license - License under which the code is shared (e.g., "MIT", "GPL-3.0", "Apache-2.0")

• dep - Dependency required for the code to run (can be repeated)

• repo - Reference to a repository where this code originates

Format

```json {

"id": "<32-bytes lowercase hex-encoded SHA-256 of the the serialized event data>",

"pubkey": "<32-bytes lowercase hex-encoded public key of the event creator>",

"created_at": ,

"kind": 1337,

"content": "function helloWorld() {\n console.log('Hello, Nostr!');\n}\n\nhelloWorld();",

"tags": [

["l", "javascript"],

["extension", "js"],

["filename", "hello-world.js"],

["description", "A basic JavaScript function that prints 'Hello, Nostr!' to the console"],

["runtime", "node v18.15.0"],

["license", "MIT"],

["repo", "https://github.com/nostr-protocol/nostr"]

],

"sig": "<64-bytes signature of the id>"

} ```

Client Behavior

Clients that support this NIP SHOULD:

1. Display code snippets with proper syntax highlighting based on the language.

2. Allow copying the full code snippet with a single action.

3. Render the code with appropriate formatting, preserving whitespace and indentation.

4. Display the language and extension prominently.

5. Provide "run" functionality for supported languages when possible.

6. Display the description (if available) as part of the snippet presentation.

Clients MAY provide additional functionality such as:

1. Code editing capabilities

2. Forking/modifying snippets

3. Creating executable environments based on the runtime/dependencies

4. Downloading the snippet as a file using the provided extension

5. Sharing the snippet with attribution

References

• PR

• posted w/ comet

• notebin

• snipsnip

nip #grownostr

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A supermemory MCP plugin that you can use to bring a memory with you to any client of your choosing. Supports fetching from, and storing to, memory. Comes with a prompt to help the client identify when to use or store updates. Very neat, and ties integrations together very well.

Here is a video walkthrough: https://x.com/DhravyaShah/status/1912544778090414188

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Good morning, readers!

This week’s headlines expose the lengths authoritarian regimes go to perpetuate the financial power that preserves their rule, often going so far as to bend, break, and rewrite the rules of money itself.\ \ In Nigeria, a make-up artist faces six months in prison for tossing around naira banknotes in a celebratory fashion during his wedding. The Nigerian regime claims this “disrespects” the currency, enforcing a 2007 law that criminalizes the public display or mishandling of cash. This instance offers a view into the absurdity of the monetary policies under which a large part of the world lives.\ \ Meanwhile, in Northern Africa, Libya devalued its currency overnight. Libyans woke up to a 13.3% haircut on their savings as the autocratic regime shored up its finances at the expense of citizens’ financial security. While this is the first devaluation of the dinar in the last four years, it is unlikely to be the last.\ \ In freedom tech news, Unocoin, India’s oldest digital asset exchange, integrated the Lightning Network, bringing millions of its users access to fast and low-cost Bitcoin payments. As financial repression increases in India, integrating Bitcoin scaling into financial platforms like Unocoin is a welcome development at a pressing time.\ \ Finally, we feature an article from journalist Roger Huang, who details the Bitcoin-driven relief efforts led by Burmese activist and HRF fellow Win Ko Ko Aung in the aftermath of a 7.7-magnitude earthquake. Amid civil war and immense state repression of finances, opposition, and media, Bitcoin offers an uncensorable way to fund relief efforts, protect donor privacy, and ensure that support reaches those affected. This is a great example of how Bitcoin can deliver aid in the most critical of times. 

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GLOBAL NEWS

Nigeria | Artist Faces Six Months in Prison for Tossing Naira Currency

The Nigerian regime sentenced a makeup artist to six months in prison for tossing naira currency banknotes during his wedding celebration. While the practice is common, Nigerian officials enforce a 2007 law criminalizing the “spraying of, dancing, or marching on the naira.” Therefore, the regime claims this recent act “disrespects” one of the country’s most “important” symbols — the naira. Around the same time, authorities banned the song “Tell Your Papa” by artist Eedris Abdulkareem. The song criticizes President Tinubu and urges his son, Seyi, to tell him “people are dying” from regime-induced hunger and insecurity. These two cases expose a regime more obsessed with symbolic obedience than alleviating the struggles of a population crushed by inflation. Meanwhile, the country’s top officials, who have siphoned off much of the nation’s wealth, collapsed the currency (which has lost 70% of its value since de-pegging from the US dollar), and ignored the financial pleas of citizens, go unpunished.

Libya | Regime Devalues Currency for First Time in Four Years

Libya’s central bank devalued the “official” Libyan dinar by 13.3% overnight, its first devaluation in four years and a likely sign of more to come. The official exchange rate now sits at 5.5677 dinars per dollar, while the informal market rate hovers around 7.20. The gap between Libya’s official and informal market exchange rates makes imported goods more expensive for average citizens. This is because Libyans rely on the informal market rate to access foreign currency that is used to buy essential, imported goods like medicine, fuel, and food. This gives them less purchasing power than otherwise would be. The two-tiered exchange system also fuels corruption among regime officials, as those with access to official rates can exploit the spread for personal gain, deepening public frustration in a country already divided by dueling governments and weak public institutions.

Turkey | Injects Billions to Prop Up Collapsing Lira While Rewarding Police Repression

The Central Bank of Turkey injected $42 billion in foreign currency reserves to prop up the Turkish lira, which has plummeted to record lows. At the same time, protests erupted across the country following the politically motivated arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoğlu. Now, the regime is rewarding police for violently suppressing demonstrators. Officers involved in the crackdown on protesters reportedly received 10,000 lira ($262) each in cash, funded by the same shrinking public funds. While Erdogan uses state funds to reward repression, a Turkish court rejected İmamoğlu’s appeal, underscoring a regime determined to silence dissent, dismantle democracy, and cling to power at any cost.

Syria | Economist Proposes “New” Currency to Solve Economic Woes

In Syria, economist George Khazzam is proposing to remove two zeros from the Syrian pound to mask the regime’s economic failure and escape hyperinflation. Additionally, Khazzam recommends reprinting all Syrian pound banknotes and limiting the issuance of higher denomination notes. Since 2011, the Syrian pound has plummeted from 50 to over 15,000 pounds per dollar as civil war, sweeping sanctions, and failed currency policies manifest throughout the country. In northern regions like Idlib and Aleppo, many have abandoned the pound entirely, turning to the Turkish lira for daily transactions. While it is also unstable, its use in northern Syria is driven by necessity. Across Syria, wages are crumbling, prices change hourly, and banking access is unreliable at best.

Pakistan | Mining Bitcoin With Surplus Electricity

Pakistan unveiled intentions to mine Bitcoin and run AI data centers using surplus electricity in a bid to address the country’s energy inefficiencies and drive economic growth in emerging technologies. Additionally, in a move that surprised many, the military-backed regime appointed Changpeng Zhao, the founder of digital asset exchange Binance, as a strategic adviser to help guide the country’s “cryptocurrency” and “blockchain” initiatives, policy, and education. At first glance, these steps suggest a shift toward innovation and modernization. But these policies come from the same regime that jails political opposition, censors and shuts down the Internet, and financially represses independent media. It remains unclear how these policies can benefit individual Pakistanis.

South Korea | 7-Eleven Accepting Discounted CBDC Payments During Pilot Phase

South Korea launched a nationwide pilot of its central bank digital currency (CBDC), enrolling 100,000 South Korean users. As part of the rollout, 7-Eleven will accept CBDC payments and offer a 10% discount on all products. Governments facing public skepticism regarding their CBDCs increasingly use similar incentive tactics to onboard users. For example, Nigeria discounts taxi fares to push its e-Naira CBDC, while Thailand is distributing its CBDC directly to citizens for free. While South Korea’s CBDC project aims to modernize payments, it is part of a broader push from countries, even democratic ones, to integrate state-controlled digital currencies into everyday transactions. A move that is diametrically opposed to individuals’ freedom, privacy, and human rights.

BITCOIN AND FREEDOM TECH NEWS

Unocoin | Integrates Bitcoin’s Lightning Network

Unocoin, India’s oldest digital asset exchange, integrated the Lightning Network through Voltage, a Bitcoin and Lightning infrastructure company, bringing millions of Unocoin users access to fast and low-cost Bitcoin payments. This upgrade is critical for Indians seeking alternatives to a progressively repressive financial system. The Indian government is freezing political opposition bank accounts, granting tax authorities legal access to citizens’ private online data, and expanding its CBDC by integrating with incumbent fintech firms and government-built payment rails like UPI. While Unocoin is a centralized exchange that requires registration and holds assets on behalf of its users, integrating Lightning will afford users greater flexibility, autonomy, and privacy when managing their finances.

Phoenix Wallet | Resumes Operations in the US

Phoenix Wallet, an open-source and self-custodial Bitcoin Lightning wallet, officially resumed operations in the US following the release of the US Deputy Attorney General’s “Ending Regulation by Prosecution” memo. The move offers much-needed clarity for developers and operators of open-source software and reinforces the right to develop and use tools for self-custody and peer-to-peer transactions. “We are happy to make our products available again in the USA,” said ACINQ, the team behind Phoenix. This decision marks a win for activists and dissidents living in the US to use the same tools they might use in their home countries.

Blitz Wallet | Refines Ecash Functionality

Blitz Wallet, an open-source and self-custodial Bitcoin, Lightning, Liquid, and ecash wallet, released its latest beta version, bringing expanded ecash functionality. Ecash is a Bitcoin-backed digital money system that enables practical everyday payments on Bitcoin that are private by design (but users must trust mints to manage their funds). The latest Blitz update increases ecash limits, allowing users to set custom receive amounts and a maximum balance for ecash payments. Further, it expands manual swap options so users can routinely exchange their ecash for Bitcoin on Lightning, Liquid, or vice versa. Blitz also lets users spend their ecash balance to buy gift cards, access AI tools, and pay for VPN services all through the app — useful features for anyone living under tyranny.

Bitsacco | First Business Accepts Payments Directly into Savings Wallet

Bitsacco, a Bitcoin-powered alternative to Kenyan Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) and HRF grantee, just hit a major milestone: a Kenyan business is now accepting payments directly into its Personal Savings wallet on Bitsacco. This is the first instance of a Kenyan merchant choosing to save revenue in Bitcoin using Bitsacco’s community custody model. Letting businesses convert earnings into Bitcoin through a familiar path unlocks new use cases and forges novel avenues to financial freedom. In a region where inflation, banking restrictions, and undemocratic financial reforms erode economic autonomy, this kind of real-world usage shows how Bitcoin can support grassroots saving and financial inclusion.

BTCPay Server | Adds New Integrations, Plugins, and Features

BTCPay Server, an open-source, self-hosted Bitcoin payment processor, released its latest update, which includes new multisignature capabilities (where multiple private keys are used to access Bitcoin in a wallet), fee acceleration tools, and new integrations that can benefit nonprofits and activists operating under financial surveillance. The updated multisignature brings collaborative custody wallets and support for major hardware devices. Enhanced fee acceleration tools (like RBF and CPFP) help users rescue stuck transactions during periods of high network congestion. And finally, BTCPay Server added integrations with Shopify V2, Ghost, and ECWID. This strengthens its role as a self-hosted payment processor for individuals and nonprofits seeking financial independence and autonomy in regions where authoritarian rulers limit economic freedom.

Electrum | Merges Nostr Wallet Connect Plugin

Electrum, an open-source Bitcoin wallet, just merged software support for Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC), which will enable users to remotely control their Electrum wallet through a Nostr plugin. More generally, NWC is a protocol that connects Bitcoin Lightning wallets to other applications like Nostr. This new plugin will let users authorize external apps and Nostr clients like Amethyst, Alby, and LNbits to initiate Lightning payments from their Electrum wallet, without needing to expose private keys or run their own node.By bridging Lightning with decentralized identity and messaging, Electrum’s support for NWC can empower journalists and individuals to interact with Bitcoin privately, flexibly, and independently.

RECOMMENDED CONTENT

How Bitcoin Is Used To Raise Funds In Myanmar For Earthquake Relief by Roger Huang

In the wake of a catastrophic 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Burma (Myanmar), journalist Roger Huang’s latest article for Forbes details how activists are using Bitcoin to deliver aid where traditional financial channels have failed. Amid civil war and immense state repression, Bitcoin offers an uncensorable way to fund relief efforts, protect donor privacy, and ensure that support reaches those on the ground. The piece highlights efforts by Burmese activist and HRF fellow Win Ko Ko Aung to route donations through Bitcoin, bypassing military-junta control and getting the funds directly to those affected. We encourage you to read the full article to understand how Bitcoin is fueling hope in the face of disaster.

The Bitcoin Miner’s Guide to Total Control with Bitaxe by BTC Sessions

In this tutorial, Bitcoin Educator Ben Perrin (BTC Sessions) shows viewers how to set up their own Bitaxe, a small, affordable, open-source Bitcoin mining device supported in part by HRF’s Bitcoin Development Fund. He walks through the process of getting started, running your own Bitcoin node (a computer that runs the Bitcoin software), joining a mining pool, and receiving payouts through the Lightning Network. Tutorials like these are important because they make home mining more accessible, enabling even those living under tyranny to leverage freedom tech to participate in and secure the Bitcoin network. For activists, mining at home means gaining more control over how they earn, spend, and store their money, all without relying on centralized systems that can block or monitor them. Watch the full video to learn how to take full ownership of your Bitcoin mining setup.

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This is a long form note written on Nostr using the Yakihonne.com client. The hope is that the "Hostr" bidirectional bridge will pick it up and then post it on the Hive blockchain under the @hostr account at https://hive.blog/@hostr

The bridge can listen for both kind 30023 (long form) Nostr notes or kind 1 (short form) and kind 30023 notes. This is using the "both" version (a kind 1 was already successfully tested and bridged).

This tool is very much underconstruction, beta, and being tested.

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Introduction

In today’s data-driven world, the right data analyst company can be the key to unlocking actionable insights that fuel business growth. But how do you choose the best partner for your business? The process of hiring a data analytics consulting firm is critical, and asking the right questions will help you find a firm that aligns with your needs.

In this listicle, we’ll explore the 15 essential questions to ask before hiring a data analytics consulting firm. These questions will guide you in evaluating their expertise, tools, security practices, and ability to meet your business goals.

1. What Analytics Methodologies and Tools Do You Use?

The tools and methodologies a data analytics consulting firm uses will directly impact the quality of your insights. Ensure that they use modern, scalable platforms such as Python, R, Tableau, or Power BI, and ask for examples of successful projects where these tools have been applied.

2. Can You Share Case Studies or Success Stories?

Past success stories are a reflection of a data analyst company’s capabilities. Ask for industry-specific case studies to ensure they have experience handling the unique challenges of your sector. A company with proven expertise in your field will be better equipped to address your business’s needs.

3. How Do You Stay Updated with New Trends in Data Analytics?

The field of data analytics is constantly evolving. Ask about how the data analytics consulting firm stays current with the latest trends, tools, and technologies. A company that invests in continuous learning and development is likely to provide cutting-edge solutions that drive innovation.

4. What’s Your Approach to Turning Data Into Actionable Insights?

It’s not just about collecting data; it’s about transforming it into something useful. Ask how the data analyst company converts raw data into actionable business strategies. The best companies will provide clear insights and recommendations that align with your objectives.

5. How Do You Ensure Data Quality and Preparation?

High-quality data is essential for accurate analysis. Ask whether the data analyst company has robust data cleaning and preparation processes in place to ensure they maintain data integrity and avoid errors that could skew results. A solid approach to data preparation is key to achieving reliable outcomes.

6. How Do You Safeguard Data Privacy and Security?

Data security should be top of mind when choosing a data analytics consulting firm. Inquire about their data protection practices, including encryption, access controls, and cybersecurity measures. A reputable company will have robust protocols to ensure the security and confidentiality of your data.

7. What Certifications and Compliance Standards Do You Hold?

Certifications such as ISO 27001 or compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulations are a must for protecting sensitive information. Verify that the data analyst company adheres to industry standards and legal requirements to ensure your data is in safe hands.

8. What’s Your Approach to Data Governance and Risk Mitigation?

Data governance involves managing data quality, accessibility, and security. Ask the data analytics consulting firm about their risk management strategies and how they handle potential data-related challenges. This ensures they have a solid plan in place to mitigate risks and maintain data integrity.

9. How Will You Handle Potential Data Breaches or Cybersecurity Threats?

No one can predict a data breach, but the right data analyst company should have a response plan. Ask how they would address and resolve security incidents. A good company will have protocols in place to quickly detect, contain, and resolve cybersecurity issues.

10. How Do You Customize Solutions to Fit Our Unique Business Needs?

Every business is different, and so are its data analytics needs. Ask how the data analyst company or consulting firm tailors their solutions to fit your specific objectives. A customizable approach will ensure that their services provide the most value and are aligned with your business goals.

11. What’s Your Process for Integrating Analytics Into Existing Systems?

The success of data analytics hinges on how well it integrates with your current systems. Ask the data analytics consulting firm about their integration process to ensure smooth collaboration with your existing workflows. The more seamless the integration, the more impactful the insights will be.

12. How Do You Measure the Success of Data Analytics Projects?

Setting clear metrics and KPIs is crucial for evaluating the effectiveness of data analytics. Ask how the data analyst company measures the success of their projects and how they ensure that their solutions deliver tangible results. This will help you gauge whether their approach aligns with your business objectives.

13. How Do You Scale Analytics Solutions as We Grow?

Scalability is key for businesses that plan to expand. Ask how the data analyst company or consulting firm’s analytics solutions can grow alongside your business. A flexible partner will be able to adapt their solutions to meet future needs and keep pace with your growth.

14. How Do You Ensure That Insights Are Actionable and Aligned With Business Goals?

The ultimate goal of data analytics is to drive business decisions. Ask how the data analytics consulting firm ensures that their insights are practical and directly tied to your business goals. This will help you determine whether they can turn data into strategic decisions that impact your bottom line.

15. How Will You Support Us After the Project Is Complete?

Data analytics is an ongoing process. Inquire whether the data analyst company offers post-project support, including training, reporting, and updates. Continued support will ensure you’re able to maximize the value of the analytics solutions over time.

Conclusion

Choosing the right data analytics consulting firm is a crucial step toward unlocking the full potential of your business’s data. By asking these 15 essential questions, you can ensure that you partner with a data analyst company that not only has the expertise but also understands your specific needs and goals.

Take the time to perform thorough due diligence, and you’ll be well on your way to transforming your data into valuable business insights that fuel growth and success.

Looking for a trusted data analytics consulting firm? Reach out today to discuss how our customized analytics solutions can help your business achieve its goals.

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Hackathon 概要

Build & Brew - Espresso Global Hackathon 吸引了485位开发者，共有151个项目获得批准。活动由 Espresso Network 主办，通过两个赛道“Caffeinate & Code”和“Cracking Composability”分发了总计100,000美元的奖品。主要目标包括提升以太坊的可组合性以及开发使用 Espresso 确认的新型跨链应用。

此次活动取得了显著成就，其中包括部署与 Espresso Network 集成的功能性 rollup，为开发互操作应用提供了支持。创新重点在于利用快速、安全的确认实现跨链功能。多个项目使用了 Open Intents Framework 来构建高级应用架构。

Hackathon 展示了 Espresso Network 对区块链生态系统的潜在影响，通过将其共识层应用于实际场景。此事件为网络的使命助力，使区块链之间的交互更加无缝，并突显了开发者在推动可组合性方面的重要角色。4月7日的最终演示展示了在开发以太坊跨链能力方面的显著进展。

Hackathon 获奖者

首届 Build & Brew 黑客松落幕时，91 条集成 Espresso 的 Arbitrum Orbit 链成功完成部署，为创新跨链应用开辟了道路。活动设置总额 65,000 美元的奖池，彰显其行业影响力，奖金根据测试网和主网的部署成果分级发放。

获奖项目

第1名 - Affogato

Affogato 是一个 Swap + Bridge 系统，利用以太坊 rollup 和 Espresso 确认来确保安全高效的跨链交易。

第2名 - Random Network

该项目通过使用 rollup 活跃性验证来增强可组合性，并采用开放意图池来实现系统间的无缝集成。

第3名 - Disburse Network

Disburse Network 提供了一种模块化支付协议，通过 Nitro rollup 架构实现一键跨链大规模支付，提高了支付处理效率。

第4名 - Coffee Chain

Coffee Chain 是一个跨链支付应用程序，可以让商家无缝接受任何代币或区块链的加密支付。

第5名 - GTXpresso

目前作为未完成的占位符，GTXpresso 是一个跨链的中央限价订单簿（CLOB）项目。

要查看 Hackathon 的所有项目，请访问 Build and Brew Hackathon on DoraHacks。

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Espresso

Espresso 专注于推进区块链领域的技术。该组织以其在创建高效、可扩展的区块链解决方案方面的专业知识而闻名，重点在于安全性和用户可访问性。主要成就包括部署创新的共识机制，这些机制提高了交易速度并降低了计算成本。Espresso 参与合作项目，致力于将区块链技术整合到各个行业，巩固其作为技术进步重要贡献者的地位。目前，Espresso 正专注于优化区块链基础设施，以推动普及并支持行业范围的数字化转型努力。

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[MVP: Gigi! How do I lightning prism this?]

If I could send a letter to myself five years ago, this book would be it.

I’m not a Bitcoin expert. I’m not a developer, a coder, or an economist.

I don’t have credentials, connections, or capital.

I’m a blue-collar guy who stumbled into Bitcoin almost exactly four years ago, and like everyone else, I had to wrestle with it to understand it.

Bitcoin is one of the most misunderstood, misrepresented, and misinterpreted ideas of our time - not just because it’s complex, but because its very structure makes it easy to distort.

It’s decentralized and leaderless, which means there’s no single voice to clarify what it is or defend it from misinformation.

That’s a feature, not a bug, but it means that understanding Bitcoin isn’t easy.

It’s a system that doesn’t fit into any of our existing categories. It’s not a company. It’s not a product. It’s not a government.

There’s no marketing department, no headquarters, no CEO.

That makes it uniquely resistant to corruption, but also uniquely vulnerable to disinformation.

Whether through negligence or malice, Bitcoin is constantly misunderstood - by skeptics who think it’s just a Ponzi scheme, by opportunists looking to cash in on the hype, by scammers who use the name to push worthless imitations, and by critics who don’t realize they’re attacking a strawman.

If you’re new to Bitcoin, you have to fight through layers of noise before you can even see the signal.

And that process isn’t instant.

Even if you could explain digital signatures off the top of your head, even if you could hash SHA-256 by hand, even if you had a perfect technical understanding of every moving part - you still wouldn’t get it.

Bitcoin isn’t just technology. It’s a shift in incentives, a challenge to power, an enforcer of sovereignty. It resists censorship.

A simple open ledger - yet it shakes the world.

Archimedes asked for a lever and a place to stand, and he could move the world.

Satoshi gave us both.

The lever is Bitcoin - an economic system with perfect game theory, incorruptible rules, and absolute scarcity.

The place to stand is the open-source, decentralized network, where anyone can verify, participate, and build without permission.

And what comes out of this seemingly simple equation?

The entire rearchitecture of trust. The separation of money and state.

A foundation upon which artificial intelligence must negotiate with the real world instead of manipulating it.

A digital economy where energy, computation, and value flow in perfect symmetry, refining themselves in an endless virtuous cycle.

Bitcoin started as a whitepaper.

Now it’s a lifeline, an immune system, a foundation, a firewall, a torch passed through time.

From such a small set of rules - 21 million divisible units, cryptographic ownership, and a fixed issuance schedule - emerges something unstoppable.

Something vast enough to absorb and constrain the intelligence of machines, to resist the distortions of human greed, to create the rails for a world that is freer, more sovereign, more aligned with truth than anything that came before it.

It’s proof that sometimes, the most profound revolutions begin with the simplest ideas. That’s why this book exists.

Bitcoin isn’t something you learn - it’s something you unlearn first.

You start with assumptions about money, value, and authority that have been baked into you since birth. And then, piece by piece, you chip away at them.

It’s like peeling an onion – it takes time and effort.

*And yes, you might shed some tears! *

At first, you might come for the speculation. A lot of people do. But those who stay - who actually take the time to understand what’s happening - don’t stay for the profits.

They stay for the principles.

If you’re holding this book, you’re somewhere on that journey.

Maybe you’re at the very beginning, trying to separate the signal from the noise.

Maybe you’ve been down the rabbit hole for years, looking for a way to articulate what you already know deep in your bones.

Either way, this is for you.

It’s not a technical manual, and it’s not a sales pitch. It’s the book I wish I had when I started.

So if you’re where I was, consider this a message in a bottle, thrown back through time. A hand reaching through the fog, saying:

“Keep going. It’s worth it.”

Preface The End of The Beginning

March 2025.

The moment has arrived. Most haven’t even noticed, let alone processed it. The United States is setting up a Bitcoin (Bitcoin-only!) strategic reserve.

It’s not a theory. Not an idea. The order is signed, the ink is dried.

The people who have been wrong, over and over (and over!) again - for years! - fumble for explanations, flipping through the wreckage of their previous predictions:

“Bubble…’’ “Fad…” “Ponzi…”

No longer.

The same analysts who once sneered are now adjusting their forecasts to protect what’s left of their credibility. Those who dismissed it are now trapped in a slow, humiliating realization: Bitcoin does not require their approval.

It never did.

Something fundamental has shifted, and the air is thick with a paradoxical cocktail of triumph and panic. Bitcoiners saw this coming. Not because they had insider information, but because they understood first principles when everyone else was still playing pretend.

Bitcoin was never just surviving.

It was infiltrating.

The question is no longer whether Bitcoin will succeed.

It already has.

The only question that remains is who understands, and who is still in denial.

Think back to 2022.

At its peak, FTX was one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, valued at $32 billion and backed by blue-chip investors. It promised a sophisticated, institutional-grade trading platform, attracting retail traders, hedge funds, and politicians alike. Sam Bankman-Fried, with his disheveled hair and cargo shorts, was its eccentric figurehead, a billionaire who slept on a bean bag and spoke of philanthropy.

Then the illusion shattered.

FTX collapsed overnight, an implosion so violent it left an entire industry scrambling for cover. One moment, Sam Bankman-Fried was the golden boy of crypto - genius quant, regulatory darling, effective altruist™.

The next, he was just another fraudster in handcuffs.

Billions vanished. Customers locked out. Hedge funds liquidated.

Politicians who had once taken photos with SBF and smiled at his political donations, suddenly pretended they had no idea who he was. The same regulators who were supposed to prevent disasters like this stood slack-jawed, acting as if they hadn’t been having closed-door meetings with FTX months before the collapse.

But FTX wasn’t just a scandal, it was a filter.

If you were Bitcoin-only, with your satoshis in cold storage, you didn’t even flinch. From your perspective, nothing important changed:

A new Bitcoin block still arrived every ten minutes (on average). The supply cap of 21 million bitcoins remained untouched. Ownership was still protected by public/private key cryptography.

You were literally unaffected.

You had already updated your priors:

“If you don’t hold your own keys, you own nothing.” “Bitcoin is not ‘crypto’.” “’Crypto’ is a casino.”

FTX was just another financial fire, another chapter in the never-ending saga of people trusting systems that had already proven themselves untrustworthy.

That moment was a prelude.

The U.S. Bitcoin pivot is the paradigm shift.

The Eukaryotic Revolution Is Upon Us

In biology, abiogenesis is when life emerged from non-life - a fragile, uncertain process where the first microscopic self-replicators struggled to survive against hostile conditions. That was Bitcoin’s early history. It had to fight for its existence, attacked by governments, dismissed by economists, ridiculed by mainstream media.

But it survived.

That era is over. We have entered the Eukaryotic Revolution.

This is the moment in evolutionary history when simple lifeforms evolved into something structurally complex - organisms with nuclei, internal scaffolding, and the ability to form multicellular cooperatives and populate diverse ecosystems. Once this transformation happened, there was no going back. Bitcoin is going through its own Eukaryotic leap.

Once an outsider, dismissed and ridiculed, it is maturing into an integrated, resilient force within the global financial system.

On March 2, 2025, the Trump administration announced a Crypto Strategic Reserve.

At first, it wasn’t just Bitcoin - it included XRP, SOL, and ADA, a desperate attempt to appease the altcoin industry. A political move, not an economic one.

For about five minutes, the broader crypto industry cheered. Then came the pushback.

Bitcoiners called it immediately: mixing Bitcoin with centralized altcoin grifts was like adding lead weights to a life raft.

Institutional players rejected it outright: sovereign reserves need hard assets, not tech company tokens. The government realized, almost immediately, that it had made a mistake.

By March 6, 2025, the pivot was complete.

Strategic Bitcoin reserve confirmed. The President signed an executive order, and legislation has been introduced in the United States House of Representatives.

The U.S. government’s official bitcoin policy: hold, don’t sell. Look for ways to acquire more.

Altcoins relegated to second-tier status, treated as fundamentally separate from and inferior to bitcoin. The government’s official policy: sell, and do not actively accumulate more (ouch!).

“Bitcoin maximalism” – the belief that any cryptocurrency other than bitcoin lies on a spectrum between “bad idea” and outright scam - wasn’t vindicated by debate.

It was vindicated by economic reality.

When the government was forced to choose what belonged in a sovereign reserve, it wasn’t even close. Bitcoin stood alone.

“There is no second best.” -Michael Saylor

Who This Book Is For: The Three Types of Readers

You’re here for a reason.

Maybe you felt something shift.

Maybe you saw the headlines, sensed the undercurrents, or simply couldn’t ignore the growing drumbeat any longer.

Maybe you’ve been here all along, waiting for the world to catch up.

Whatever brought you to this book, one thing is certain: you’re curious enough to learn more.

Bitcoin forces a reevaluation of assumptions - about money, trust, power, and the very foundations of the economic order. How much of that process you’ve already undergone will determine how you read these pages.

1. The Layperson → new, curious, maybe skeptical. Bitcoin probably looks like chaos to you right now. One person says it’s the future. Another says it’s a scam. The price crashes. The price doubles. The news is either breathless excitement or total doom. How the hell are you supposed to figure this out?

If that’s you, welcome.

This book was built for you.

You don’t need to be an economist, a technologist, or a finance geek to understand what’s in these pages. You just need an open mind and the willingness to engage with new ideas - ideas that will, if you follow them far enough, challenge some of your deepest assumptions.

Bitcoin is not an investment. Bitcoin is not a company. Bitcoin is not a stock, a trend, or a passing phase.

Bitcoin is a paradigm shift. And by the time you reach the last page, you won’t need to be convinced of its importance. You’ll see it for yourself.

2. The Student → understand the basics, want to go deeper.

You’ve already stepped through the door.

You’ve realized Bitcoin is more than just digital gold. You understand decentralization, scarcity, censorship resistance… But the deeper you go, the more you realize just how much there is to understand.

3. The Expert → You’ve been in the game for years.

You’ve put in the time.

You don’t need another book telling you Bitcoin will succeed. You already know.

You’re here because you want sharper tools.

Tighter arguments.

A way to shut down nonsense with fewer words, and more force.

Maybe this book will give you a new way to frame an idea you’ve been struggling to convey.

Maybe it will help you refine your messaging and obliterate some lingering doubts in the minds of those around you.

Or maybe this will simply be the book you hand to the next person who asks, “Okay… but what’s the deal with Bitcoin?” so you don’t have to keep explaining it from scratch.

*If you’re already deep in the weeds, you can probably skip Part I (Foundations) without missing much - unless you’re curious about a particular way of putting a particular thing. *

Part II (Resilience) is where things get more interesting. Why you want to run a node, even if you don’t know it yet. The energy debate, stripped of media hysteria. The legend of Satoshi, and what actually matters about it.

If you’re a hardcore cypherpunk who already speaks in block heights and sending Zaps on NOSTR, feel free to jump straight to Part III (The Peaceful Revolution). Chapter 15, “The Separation of Money and State” is where the gloves come off.

Bitcoin isn’t just a technology. Bitcoin isn’t just an economic movement. Bitcoin is a lens.

And once you start looking through it, the world never looks the same again.

This book will teach you what Bitcoin is, as much as it will help you understand why Bitcoiners think the way they do.

It isn’t just something you learn about.

Especially not in one sitting, or from one book.

It’s something you grow to realize.

Regardless of which category you fall into, you’ve already passed the first test.

You’re still reading.

You haven’t dismissed this outright. You haven’t scoffed, rolled your eyes, or walked away. You’re at least curious.

And that’s all it takes.

Curiosity is the only filter that matters.

The rest takes care of itself.

The Essential Role of Memes Memes won the narrative war - it wasn’t textbooks, research papers, or whitepapers that did it. Bitcoin spread the same way evolution spreads successful genes - through replication, variation, and selection. Richard Dawkins coined the term “meme” in The Selfish Gene, describing it as a unit of cultural transmission - behaving much like a gene. Memes replicate, mutate, and spread through culture. Just as natural selection filters out weak genes, memetic selection filters out weak ideas.

But Bitcoin memes weren’t just jokes.

They were premonitions.

The most powerful ideas are often compact, inarguable, and contagious - and Bitcoin’s memes were all three. They cut through complexity like a scalpel, distilling truths into phrases so simple, so undeniable, that they burrowed into the mind and refused to leave.

"Bitcoin fixes this." "Not Your Keys, Not Your Coins." "Number Go Up."

Each of these is more than just a slogan.

They’re memetic payloads, compressed packets of truth that can carry everything you need to understand about Bitcoin in just a few words.

They spread through conversations, through tweets, through shitposts, through relentless repetition.

They bypassed the gatekeepers of financial knowledge, infecting minds before Wall Street even understood what was happening.

And they didn’t just spread.

They reshaped language itself.

Before Bitcoin, the word fiat was a sterile economic term, borrowed from Latin, meaning "by decree." It had no weight, no controversy - just a neutral descriptor for government-issued money.

But Bitcoiners forced a memetic shift.

They didn’t just make fiat mainstream.

**They made it radioactive. **

They stripped away the academic detachment and revealed its true essence:

money because I said so.

No backing. No inherent value.

Just a command.

And of course, an unspoken threat -

"Oh, and by the way, I have a monopoly on violence, so you’d better get on board."

This wasn’t just linguistic evolution; it was a memetic coup.

Bitcoiners took a sterile term and injected it with an unavoidable truth: fiat money exists not because it is chosen, but because it is imposed.

Central banks, governments, and financial institutions now use the term fiat without a second thought.

The meme has done its work.

A word that was once neutral, now carries an implicit critique - a quiet but persistent reminder that there is an alternative.

Bitcoin didn’t just challenge the financial system - it rewired the language we use to describe it.

“Money printer go BRRRRRR" did more damage to the Fed’s reputation than a thousand Austrian economics treatises ever could.

Memes exposed what balance sheets and policy reports tried to obscure. They turned abstract economic forces into something visceral, something undeniable.

And now - they are historical markers of the shift, the fossil record of our collective consciousness coming to terms with something fundamentally new in the universe.

The old world relied on authority, institutional credibility, and narrative control.

Bitcoin broke through with memes, first principles, and lived experience.

This wasn’t just an ideological battle.

It was an evolutionary process.

The weaker ideas died. The strongest ones survived.

Once a meme - in other words, an idea - takes hold, there is nothing - no law, no regulation, no institution, no government - that can stop it.

Bitcoin exists. It simply is.

And it will keep producing blocks, every ten minutes, whether you get it or not.

This book isn’t a trading manual.

It won’t teach you how to time the market, maximize your gains, or set up a wallet.

It’s a carefully curated collection of memes, giving you the prerequisite mental scaffolding to grok the greatest monetary shift in human history.

A shift that has already begun.

The only thing to decide is whether you’re watching from the sidelines or whether you’re part of it.

The rest is up to you.

How This Book Is Structured Bitcoin spreads like an evolutionary force - through memes. Each chapter in this book isn’t just an idea, it’s a memetic payload, designed to install the concepts that make Bitcoin inevitable. The book is broken into three phases:

*I. Foundations *** Memes as Mental Antivirus The first layer cuts through noise and filters out distractions. "Bitcoin Only" is the first test - if you get this one wrong, you waste years chasing ghosts. "Don’t Trust, Verify" rewires how you think about truth. And "Not Your Keys, Not Your Coins"? If you learn it the hard way, it’s already too late.

II. Resilience Memes as Weapons in the Information War Here’s where Bitcoin earns its survival. "Shitcoiners Get REKT" is a law, not an opinion. "Fork Around and Find Out" proves that you don’t change Bitcoin - Bitcoin changes you. "Antifragile, Unstoppable" shows how every attack on Bitcoin has only made it stronger.

III. The Peaceful Revolution ** Memes as Reality Distortion Fields By now, Bitcoin isn’t just an asset - it’s a lens. "Separation of Money and State" isn’t a theory; it’s happening in real time. "Fix the Money, Fix the World" isn’t a slogan; it’s a diagnosis. And "Tick Tock, Next Block"? No matter what happens, Bitcoin keeps producing blocks.

These aren’t just memes. They’re scaffolding for a new way of thinking. Each one embeds deeper until you stop asking if Bitcoin will succeed - because you realize it already has.

Next: Chapter 1: Bitcoin Only. ** For now, it’s a heuristic - an efficient filter that separates signal from noise, with minimal effort.
But by the time you finish this book, it won’t be a heuristic anymore.
It will be something you know.

Welcome to the rabbit hole.

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Hackathon 概述

BUIDL BATTLE | The Bitcoin Builders Tournament 共有 219 位开发者注册参与，最终 81 个项目通过审核。这场为期三周的线上活动旨在为建设者、投资者及加速器提供高曝光机会，推动比特币领域的创新发展。活动聚焦比特币 DeFi 与真实世界应用主题，参与者围绕超 9 万美元总奖金展开竞争，奖项涵盖现金、AWS 积分及 ICP 资助。值得关注的创新成果包括基于 Stacks 技术和 sBTC 的组件应用。

本次黑客松采用两轮赛制：决赛入围者需向由风险投资家与行业领袖组成的评审团展示项目，最终决出总冠军。参与者通过工作坊和导师指导获取专业见解，第二轮赛程进一步提升了项目曝光度与潜在融资机会。在 Stacks 基金会、AWS 等合作伙伴的支持下，活动不仅发掘了新生力量，更助力强化了比特币开发生态系统。

Hackathon 优胜者

比特币 DeFi 2.0 奖项得主

比特币 DeFi 2.0 侧重于提高可扩展性、安全性和用户体验。此类别的获奖者展示了显著的技术进步和创新解决方案，以应对这些挑战。

BigMarket：一个基于比特币 Layer 2 网络 Stacks 的去中心化、AI 启动的预测市场平台。由 DAO 运营，提供可靠的去中心化预测。

BitForward：一个去中心化平台，通过使用 Stacks 区块链创建比特币上的 NFT 支持的远期合约。

3.0 数字经济奖项得主

本类别考察通过将金融、娱乐和社会互动融合，形成以用户为驱动的生态系统，如 MemeFi、SocialFi 和 GameFi。

Kulture.Fun：一个去中心化的 SocialFi 聊天平台，具有代币门控访问和比特币支持的功能，以增强加密社区的互动。

Skullcoin：通过集成 sBTC 将游戏化引入比特币 DeFi，促进互动的游戏内体验和激活 BTC 的流动性。

真实世界序列号及 NFT 使用奖项得主

本类别关注除传统艺术和表情包之外的实用应用，鼓励探索 NFT 在不同领域的潜力。

Offers & Counter-offers | BNS One：一个市场，通过智能合约实现基于区块链的 BNS 名称交易，实现无信任交易。

Truth-Chain：利用区块链技术通过 Stacks 平台验证数字内容的真实性和来源。

工具与基础设施奖项得主

本部分的创新提供了去中心化应用开发所需的框架和协议，着重于 Web3 工具。

BLAZE PROTOCOL：通过 Layer 2 架构加强 Web3 体验，提供即时交易确认和无缝用户互动。

PoXAgents：使用 AI 代理简化非技术用户与 Stacks 区块链的互动。

ICP 挑战奖项得主

本类别的项目结合互联网计算机的进步，解决比特币生态系统中的常见区块链挑战。

ckBoost：加速互联网计算机上的比特币交易，通过流动资金池减少确认时间。

CounterpartyICP：通过一个接口对接 Counterparty API 的模块，促进比特币上的智能合约和数字资产管理。

AWS - Buidl with Bedrock 挑战奖项得主

重点关注利用 AWS 技术的项目，本类别展示了在坚实基础设施上建立的创新。

• Stacks AI：一个用于在 Clarity 中生成、调试和学习智能合约的 AI 工具，使用 AWS Bedrock 进行可扩展分析。

有关所有项目和创新的更多详细信息，请访问 Dorahacks。

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Stacks Foundation 致力于促进 Stacks 区块链的成长和发展。它支持各种利用比特币安全性来赋能去中心化互联网的项目。通过像 Stacks Accelerator 这样的计划，Foundation 通过推动创新和开发者参与对区块链生态系统做出了重大贡献。其当前使命聚焦于为开发者增强工具和资源以构建用户拥有的应用，强化其对去中心化网络的承诺。

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顺炮直车对缓开车是20世纪70年代兴起的布局，常见变化如下： 1. 单边封锁对河沿车对边卒：炮二平五，炮8平5；马二进三，马8进7；车一平二，卒7进1；马八进七，马2进3；兵七进一，炮2进4；马七进八，车9进1；车九进一，车9平4；车九平七，车4进3（车4进6则形成另一变例），炮八平九，车1平2，车七进一，卒1进1，形成单边封锁局面，黑方车守河沿，红方控制边卒方向。 2. 单边封锁对肋炮攻马：前几步同单边封锁对河沿车对边卒，车九平七后，黑方走炮2平7打马，红方如马八进七，炮7进3，仕四进五，炮7平9，形成红方单边封锁，黑方肋炮攻马的局面，双方对攻。 3. 肋车捉炮对边马左士：炮二平五，炮8平5；马二进三，马8进7；车一平二，卒7进1；马八进九，马2进3；兵七进一，车9进1；车九进一，车9平4；仕四进五，车4进3；炮八平七，炮2进2，黑方肋车捉炮，红方边马左士防守，局势较为平稳。 4. 肋车捉炮对边马骑河车：前几步同上，车九进一后，黑方车9平4，接着车4进5骑河，红方炮八平七，炮2进2，车二进四，形成黑方肋车捉炮、边马配合骑河车的局面，双方相互牵制。 5. 双横车肋车捉炮对过河车右炮巡河：炮二平五，炮8平5；马二进三，马8进7；车一平二，卒7进1；马八进七，马2进3；兵七进一，车9进1；车九进一，车1进1；车二进六，车9平4；车二平三，炮2进2，形成红方过河车，黑方双横车、肋车捉炮，右炮巡河的局面，局面复杂，对攻激烈。 6. 双横车对过河车：炮二平五，炮8平5；马二进三，马8进7；车一平二，卒7进1；马八进七，马2进3；兵七进一，车9进1；车九进一，车1进1；车二进六，车9平4；车二平三，车4进7，黑方双横车出动，对红方过河车展开攻击，双方进入激烈的中盘战斗。 7. 横车对炮打中卒：炮二平五，炮8平5；马二进三，马8进7；车一平二，卒7进1；马八进七，马2进3；兵七进一，车9进1；炮五进四，马3进5；车二进五，车9平4；车二平五，炮2进4，红方炮打中卒获取物质优势，黑方出横车准备反击。 8. 边马缓出车对快横车：炮二平五，炮8平5；马二进三，马8进7；车一平二，卒7进1；马八进九，车9进1；车九进一，车9平4；车二进四，马2进1；炮八平七，炮2平3，红方边马缓出，黑方快出横车，双方形成不同的进攻节奏。 9. 缓封锁对巡河车：炮二平五，炮8平5；马二进三，马8进7；车一平二，卒7进1；马八进七，马2进3；兵七进一，炮2进4；马七进八，车9进1；车二进四，车9平4；车九进一，炮2平7；相三进一，车4进3，红方缓封锁，黑方出巡河车，局势发展较为平稳。 10. 巡河炮对过河车：炮二平五，炮8平5；马二进三，马8进7；车一平二，卒7进1；马八进七，马2进3；兵七进一，炮2进2；车二进六，车9进1；车二平三，车9平4；炮八进二，形成红方巡河炮、过河车，黑方出横车的局面，双方互相试探，寻找进攻机会。

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This is a long form note written on Nostr using the Yakihonne.com client. The hope is that the "Hostr" bidirectional bridge will pick it up and then post it on the Hive blockchain under the @hostr account at https://hive.blog/@hostr

The bridge can listen for both kind 30023 (long form) Nostr notes or kind 1 (short form) and kind 30023 notes. This is using the "both" version (a kind 1 was already successfully tested and bridged).

This tool is very much underconstruction and being tested.

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Tóm tắt Hackathon SheHacks+ 9

SheHacks+ 9 vừa kết thúc thành công với 98 developer đăng ký, tập trung vào thúc đẩy diverse leadership (lãnh đạo đa dạng) trong lĩnh vực công nghệ. Sự kiện do Women in Technology Society (WITS+) tổ chức, phê duyệt 47 dự án sáng tạo từ các thí sinh chủ yếu là nữ giới và nhóm non-binary (phi nhị nguyên). SheHacks+ 9 tạo môi trường hỗ trợ, chào đón người tham gia từ nhiều nền tảng và trình độ.

Các dự án tập trung giải quyết vấn đề thực tế, ứng dụng công nghệ vì lợi ích xã hội, phù hợp sứ mệnh của WITS+ trong việc thúc đẩy diverse leadership. Người tham gia nâng cao kỹ năng, tích lũy kinh nghiệm và mở rộng mạng lưới nghề nghiệp. Sự kiện nhấn mạnh vai trò của cộng đồng trong thúc đẩy đổi mới công nghệ và tăng cường đại diện cho nhóm thiểu số trong ngành.

Phiên bản thứ 9 của SheHacks+ ghi nhận sự tham gia ấn tượng và kết quả tích cực cho representation (đại diện) và inclusion (hòa nhập) của phụ nữ và nhóm phi nhị nguyên trong công nghệ. Toàn bộ sự kiện tuân thủ MLH code of conduct.

Các dự án đoạt giải

Best Hardware Hack Prize Winners

• SpaceInAccessibility: Ứng dụng AI và computer vision dịch ngôn ngữ ký hiệu (ASL) thời gian thực, hỗ trợ phi hành gia khiếm thính giao tiếp trong không gian.

Best Beginner Hack Prize Winners

• Dance it, Post it!: Ứng dụng webcam theo dõi chuyển động nhảy và phân tích tư thế cơ thể.

Best SheHacks+ Overall Prize Winners

• SpaceInAccessibility (Giải Nhất)
• pantrypixie (Giải Nhì): Giảm lãng phí thực phẩm bằng cách quét hóa đơn, theo dõi hạn sử dụng và gợi ý công thức.
• SqWiTs Game (Giải Ba): Ứng dụng tương tác lấy cảm hứng từ "Squid Game" giúp giảm nghiện điện thoại, khuyến khích tập trung học tập.

Best Developer Tool by Warp Prize Winners

• Synapse: CLI assistant chuyển đổi ngôn ngữ tự nhiên thành lệnh terminal, tăng tính an toàn và dễ sử dụng.

Best SheHacks+ Hacker Olympics Overall Prize Winners

• StarCheck (Giải Nhất): Nền tảng web gamified theo chủ đề vũ trụ để quản lý checklist và công việc.
• dire (Giải Nhì): Kết hợp to-do list, lịch trình và theo dõi thói quen để tăng năng suất.
• Space Cruise+ (Giải Ba): Ứng dụng quản lý tác vụ khám phá không gian sử dụng local storage.

Best Use of GenAI Prize Winners

• DevSpeak: Tiện ích Chrome sử dụng Voiceflow và React để đơn giản hóa ngôn ngữ kỹ thuật.

Best AI Project with Databricks Open Source Prize Winners

• SqWiTs Game

Most Innovative Hack Using AI by First-Time Hacker Prize Winners

• SyllaBud: Ứng dụng AI tổng hợp syllabus và deadline của sinh viên thành lịch trình tối ưu.

Xem chi tiết dự án tại SheHacks 9 Projects.

Về Nhà tổ chức

Western Women+ in Technology (WITS+)

WITS+ cam kết trao quyền cho phụ nữ và nhóm phi nhị nguyên trong ngành công nghệ thông qua các chương trình mentorship, workshop và sự kiện kết nối. Tổ chức tập trung giảm chênh lệch giới trong lĩnh vực kỹ thuật, tạo tác động đáng kể đến hệ sinh thái công nghệ khu vực. Hiện tại, WITS+ mở rộng phạm vi để hỗ trợ nhiều hơn cho nhóm thiểu số, thúc đẩy innovation và collaboration trong ngành.

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象棋布局基础

布局的定义与重要性

象棋布局是指对局开始阶段，双方棋子的部署和相互间的制约关系。它是中局和残局的基础，合理的布局能够为中局的战斗创造有利条件，甚至在某些情况下直接影响到整盘棋的胜负走向。一个好的布局可以使棋手在开局阶段就占据主动，控制局面，限制对手的发挥。

布局的分类

炮类布局

1. 中炮布局：以当头炮（炮二平五或炮八平五）开局，具有很强的进攻性，威胁对方中卒，直接对对方的九宫发起冲击。例如顺炮布局（双方都走中炮，且炮在同一条直线上）、列手炮布局（双方都走中炮，但炮不在同一条直线上）等。
2. 过宫炮布局：炮从一侧平移到另一侧的中路，如炮二平六，它的特点是子力调动灵活，可迅速集结兵力于一侧，伺机而动，同时对士角有一定的控制作用。
3. 顺炮布局：顺炮布局是双方以中炮开局且两炮在同一直线的布局体系，如红方炮二平五，黑方炮 8 平 5，形成激烈的对攻格局。其特点是开局便剑拔弩张，双方子力沿同一方向快速展开，直接在中路和侧翼展开火力交锋。 常见有顺炮直车对横车、顺炮横车对直车等变化，红方可借直车过河压制黑方马炮，黑方则以横车抢占肋道反击。该布局强调先手争夺，需迅速出动强子控制要道，同时注重车、马、炮的配合，在互攻中寻找突破机会，是进攻型棋手偏爱的布局选择。

马类布局

1. 屏风马布局：双马分别跳至正马位（马二进三、马八进七），两马互相保护，形似屏风，能够有效抵御中炮的进攻。它具有稳健的防守能力，同时也具备一定的反击潜力，如五七炮对屏风马、五八炮对屏风马等常见变化。
2. 单提马布局：一马正马（如马二进三），另一马屯边（如马八进九），其特点是子力结构较为松散，但在防守上也有一定的弹性，可通过灵活的子力调动来化解对方的攻势。

兵类布局

1. 仙人指路布局：先走方第一步挺兵（如兵七进一或兵三进一），试探对方的应手，根据对方的走法再决定后续的布局方向。这种布局灵活多变，可演变成多种复杂的局面，如仙人指路对卒底炮、仙人指路对飞象等。
2. 对兵局布局：双方都以挺兵开局，如兵七进一，兵7进一，开局阶段局面相对平稳，双方需要通过后续的子力调动来寻找战机，逐渐扩大优势。

布局的基本原则

1. 快速出子：在布局阶段，要尽快将棋子从原始位置出动到关键位置，占据有利的空间，形成有效的子力配合。例如，车要尽早开出，控制要道；马炮等也要合理部署，发挥其威力。
2. 子力协调：各个棋子之间要相互配合，避免出现子力拥堵或脱节的情况。例如，马炮之间可以形成有效的攻击组合，车要为其他棋子提供支援和掩护。
3. 抢占要点：布局阶段要注意抢占棋盘上的重要位置，如肋道（四、六路线）、河口（三、七路线的卒林线）等。这些位置对于控制局面、展开进攻或防守都具有重要意义。
4. 攻守平衡：在布局时，不能一味地追求进攻而忽视防守，也不能只注重防守而缺乏反击的手段。要根据局势的发展，合理调整攻守策略，保持局势的平衡。

布局的学习方法

1. 研究经典布局：通过学习和研究历史上的经典布局对局，了解各种布局的变化和特点，掌握布局的基本理论和技巧。可以参考专业的象棋书籍、棋谱等资料。
2. 实战练习：在实战中运用所学的布局知识，通过不断的实践来加深对布局的理解和掌握。同时，在实战中要注意总结经验教训，分析自己布局中的不足之处，不断改进和提高。
3. 分析对局：对自己和他人的对局进行分析，特别是对布局阶段的走法进行深入研究。分析每一步棋的优劣，思考是否有更好的走法，从而提高自己的布局水平。
4. 与高手交流：与水平较高的棋手交流，请教他们在布局方面的经验和技巧。可以通过参加象棋比赛、棋社活动等方式与高手进行面对面的交流和学习。

以上就是关于象棋布局的一些基本内容，希望对大家学习和理解象棋布局有所帮助。在实际的对局中，要根据具体情况灵活运用各种布局知识，不断提高自己的象棋水平。

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AGEs กับการทอด เกิดขึ้นได้ไม่ว่าจะใช้ไขมันอะไร

ก่อนจะทำความรู้จักน้ำมันตัวต่อไป พอดีหลายคนมีคำถามว่า เมื่อเราต้องทอดอาหาร ควรใช้น้ำมันอะไรถึงจะดีต่อสุขภาพ? เป็นคำถามที่ตอบยาก เพราะแม้จะเลือกใช้น้ำมันที่ดูเหมาะสมที่สุด แต่สิ่งที่ควรพิจารณามากกว่าคือ กระบวนการปรุงอาหาร โดยเฉพาะการทอดที่มีการใช้ความร้อนสูง ซึ่งไม่ว่าคุณจะใช้น้ำมันอะไร, ไขมันสัตว์หรือไขมันพืช, ก็สามารถทำให้เกิดสารพิษที่เรียกว่า AGEs (Advanced Glycation End Products) ได้ทั้งนั้น กระบวนการทอดที่อุณหภูมิสูงเป็นตัวการสำคัญที่กระตุ้นการเกิดสารนี้ ซึ่งมีผลเสียต่อสุขภาพมากกว่าการเลือกใช้น้ำมันประเภทใด ดังนั้น สิ่งที่เราควรระวังมากที่สุดคือวิธีการปรุงอาหาร ซึ่งหลายคนยังเข้าใจผิดว่าการเลือกน้ำมันจะเป็นตัวตัดสินความดีหรือไม่ดีต่อสุขภาพ ทั้งที่จริงๆ แล้วกระบวนการปรุงอาหารต่างหากที่สำคัญกว่าอย่างมาก

และถ้าต้องตอบว่าน้ำมันอะไรดี มันก็จะแค่บอกได้ว่า ปาล์ม กับ มะพร้าว ซึ่งมันจะช่วยได้แค่การลดโอกาสการเกิดออกซิเดชั่น และคุณสมบัติตามโพรไฟล์การรับความร้อนได้ มันก็เป็นแค่น้ำมันที่ทนความร้อนได้ดีกว่าใครเขา

แต่มันไม่ได้ตอบคำถามที่มีคำว่า "ดีต่อสุขภาพ" ด้วยนะสิครับ เพราะอะไร? ผมพยายามเขียนแบบเล่าสู่กันอ่านนะครับ ให้เข้าใจง่ายๆไม่วิชากงวิชาการมากนัก

ในโลกของการปรุงอาหาร, การทอดถือเป็นหนึ่งในวิธีการทำอาหารที่ได้รับความนิยมสูง เพราะมันง่ายและรวดเร็ว แต่อย่างไรก็ตาม, การทอดที่อุณหภูมิสูงนั้นอาจเป็นสาเหตุที่ทำให้เกิดสารพิษชนิดหนึ่งที่เรียกว่า AGEs (Advanced Glycation End Products) ซึ่งมีผลกระทบต่อสุขภาพในระยะยาว ไม่ว่าเราจะใช้ ไขมันสัตว์ หรือ น้ำมันพืช ก็สามารถเกิด AGEs ได้ทั้งนั้น ถ้าหากการทอดเกิดขึ้นที่อุณหภูมิสูงอย่างต่อเนื่อง

AGEs คืออะไร? AGEs คือ สารพิษที่เกิดจากการปฏิกิริยาระหว่าง น้ำตาล (เช่น กลูโคส หรือ ฟรุกโตส) และ โปรตีน หรือ ไขมัน ในอาหาร เมื่อเราเตรียมอาหารในอุณหภูมิสูง ซึ่งปฏิกิริยานี้สามารถเกิดขึ้นได้กับ ทุกชนิดของไขมัน ไม่ว่าจะเป็น ไขมันสัตว์ หรือ น้ำมันพืช ซึ่งอาจส่งผลเสียต่อสุขภาพของเราได้หากได้รับเข้าไปในปริมาณมาก

การทอดและการเกิด AGEs การทอดอาหารที่มีอุณหภูมิสูง เช่น การทอดหมูชุบแป้ง หรืออาหารที่ใช้ น้ำมันพืช เช่น น้ำมันถั่วเหลือง, น้ำมันข้าวโพด หรือ ไขมันสัตว์ เช่น น้ำมันหมู แม้ว่าเราไม่ได้เติมน้ำตาลลงไปในขั้นตอนการเตรียมอาหาร แต่ น้ำตาลธรรมชาติ ที่มีอยู่ในอาหาร เช่น คาร์โบไฮเดรตจากแป้ง, ข้าว, หรือแม้แต่ในเนื้อสัตว์ก็สามารถทำปฏิกิริยากับ กรดอะมิโน (ในโปรตีน) และ ไขมัน (ในเนื้อสัตว์หรืออาหาร) ที่มีอยู่ในอาหารได้ และที่สำคัญคือการทำอาหารที่มีอุณหภูมิสูงจะเพิ่มโอกาสในการเกิดปฏิกิริยานี้

การทอดอาหารด้วยอุณหภูมิสูง (ประมาณ 180 องศาเซลเซียสหรือสูงกว่า) จะทำให้ น้ำตาลธรรมชาติ ในอาหารทำปฏิกิริยากับกรดอะมิโน (จากโปรตีน) หรือกรดไขมัน (จากไขมันในอาหาร) ก่อให้เกิดสาร AGEs ซึ่งเป็น สารพิษ ที่ไม่เพียงแต่ทำให้เกิด การเกิดสารออกซิเดชั่น แต่ยังสามารถทำลายเซลล์ในร่างกาย, เพิ่มความเสี่ยงของการเกิดโรคเรื้อรัง, และทำให้กระบวนการชราภาพของร่างกายเร็วขึ้น

AGEs เกิดได้จากทุกชนิดไขมัน ไม่เพียงแต่ น้ำมันพืช ที่เป็นปัญหาหรือไขมันจากสัตว์ที่ต้องระวัง แต่ AGEs สามารถเกิดได้จากการทอดทุกประเภทไขมันทั้งจากพืชและสัตว์ เพราะ การทอดด้วยความร้อนสูง เป็นปัจจัยหลักที่ทำให้เกิดปฏิกิริยา Maillard reaction (ปฏิกิริยาระหว่างน้ำตาลและโปรตีนหรือไขมัน) ซึ่งเป็นกระบวนการที่สร้างสาร AGEs ดังนั้นไม่ว่าจะเลือกใช้น้ำมันพืชหรือน้ำมันหมูในการทอด ก็ยังสามารถเกิด AGEs ได้

การอบขนมและ AGEs นอกจากนี้การอบขนมที่ใช้ความร้อนประมาณ 180 องศาเซลเซียส (เช่นเดียวกับการทอด) ก็สามารถก่อให้เกิด AGEs ได้เช่นกัน การอบขนมและการปรุงอาหารในอุณหภูมิสูงจึงเป็นปัจจัยที่ส่งผลให้เกิดสารพิษนี้ได้เช่นกัน โดยเฉพาะเมื่อมีส่วนผสมของน้ำตาลธรรมชาติและโปรตีนจากแป้งหรือไขมันในอาหาร การใช้ความร้อนในการอบจึงไม่ต่างจากการทอดเท่าไรในการกระตุ้นการเกิด AGEs

AGEs กับสุขภาพ AGEs ไม่เพียงแต่มีผลเสียในแง่ของการทำให้ร่างกายแก่ก่อนวัย แต่ยังเชื่อมโยงกับโรคเรื้อรังหลายชนิด เช่น โรคเบาหวาน, โรคหัวใจ, โรคหลอดเลือดสมอง และโรคความจำเสื่อม การรับประทานอาหารที่มี AGEs สูงในระยะยาวอาจทำให้การทำงานของเซลล์ในร่างกายลดลง และเพิ่มความเสี่ยงต่อการเกิดโรคต่างๆ ดังนั้นการควบคุมอุณหภูมิในการปรุงอาหาร และการเลือกใช้ไขมันที่เหมาะสมจึงเป็นสิ่งสำคัญในการลดการเกิด AGEs

สรุปแบบสั้นๆให้นะครับว่า การทอดอาหารด้วยอุณหภูมิสูง ไม่ว่าจะใช้น้ำมันพืชหรือไขมันสัตว์ ก็สามารถเกิด AGEs ได้ หากไม่ระมัดระวังในการปรุงอาหาร การเลือกใช้อุณหภูมิที่เหมาะสมในการปรุงอาหารและการเลือกวัตถุดิบที่มีคุณภาพสูงจึงเป็นกุญแจสำคัญในการลดการสะสมของ AGEs ในร่างกาย และช่วยให้เรามีสุขภาพที่ดีในระยะยาว

การรับประทานอาหารที่ปรุงด้วยความร้อนสูงบ่อยๆ นอกจากจะทำให้ร่างกายแก่เร็วขึ้นแล้ว ยังสามารถเพิ่มความเสี่ยงของการเกิดโรคต่างๆ ได้ ดังนั้นเราควรพิจารณาและเลือกวิธีการปรุงอาหารที่เหมาะสมเพื่อลดความเสี่ยงจาก AGEs และดูแลสุขภาพของเราให้ดีในระยะยาวครับ

ทั้งหมดที่เล่ามา ไม่ได้เขียนขึ้นเพื่อทำให้ใครต้องกลัวอาหาร หรือรู้สึกผิดเวลาหยิบของทอดเข้าปาก แต่เพื่อชวนกันมองให้ลึกว่า เราไม่ได้ควรถามแค่ว่า ‘ใช้น้ำมันอะไรดี’ แต่ควรถามต่อว่า ‘เราปรุงยังไง ใช้อุณหภูมิเท่าไร และกินแบบไหนในชีวิตจริง’ ต่างหาก การมีความรู้เรื่อง AGEs ไม่ได้แปลว่าเราต้องตัดทุกอย่างที่เคยชอบออกจากชีวิต แต่เป็นการมีแว่นขยายไว้ส่องดูว่า อะไรที่ควรเบาลง อะไรที่ควรปรับ แล้วใช้มันอย่างรู้เท่าทัน เพราะสุดท้ายแล้ว สุขภาพที่ดี ไม่ได้มาจากการห้ามทุกอย่าง แต่มาจากความเข้าใจในสิ่งที่เรากินต่างหากครับ

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Seit Sonntag (zu allem Glück auch noch meinem 45. Geburtstag) ist bei mir noch ein bisschen mehr los als sonst – und das liegt an Ihnen. Der Aufruf zur Gründung der „Friedenstaube“, einer unzensierbaren Friedenspublikation mit bekannten Stimmen aus der kritischen Szene, der Friedensbewegung und von Bürgerjournalisten ist bei Ihnen auf mehr als nur offene Ohren gestoßen! Ich bin regelrecht geplättet von den vielen Reaktionen, die ich noch gar nicht alle beantworten konnte.

Ich danke Ihnen herzlich für das Vertrauen in mich (auch wenn ich natürlich stark auf die Autoren angewiesen bin) und die überwältigenden Reaktionen: Es sind hunderte Abonnements für den Newsletter eingegangen, darunter einige bezahlte Abos und Förderabos und auch die ersten Genossenschaftsanteile wurden gezeichnet! Was mich besonders freut: Gut zehn weitere freiwillige Autoren wollen mitmachen und arbeiten bereits an den ersten Texten. Damit darf ich schon jetzt verkünden, dass die Genossenschaft definitiv gegründet werden kann, die Friedenstaube wird fliegen. Wie hoch und wie weit, das liegt dann nun nur noch in unser aller Hände.

Der Anfang ist jedenfalls gemacht. Die nächsten Wochen werden besonders arbeitsintensiv, ich bitte Sie um etwas Geduld: Aufbau einer Kernredaktion, Organisation der Abläufe, technologische Entwicklungsarbeiten, Genossenschaftsgründung etc. stehen jetzt auf der Agenda. Mit Tom-Oliver Regenauer darf ich den ersten Autor im redaktionellen Kernteam verkünden, der sich nicht nur große Verdienste im Schreiben erarbeitet hat (siehe u.a. sein Buch Hopium) sondern auch über Managementerfahrung verfügt; mit weiteren helfenden Händen bin ich im Gespräch.

Ich freue mich auf die (auch für mich) neue Erfahrung, quasi aus dem Nichts eine Publikation mit Redaktionsbetrieb und freien Autoren auf einer gänzlich neuen technologischen Infrastruktur aufzubauen. Es wäre illusorisch zu glauben, dass alles glatt gehen wird, denn wir starten quasi „on the go“, aber im Fall von Frieden oder Krieg gilt es, keine Zeit verstreichen zu lassen. Ich arbeite nach dem Motto „Tun, statt reden; zeigen, statt ankündigen; liefern, statt versprechen“.

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Was bewegt mich beim Thema Krieg und Frieden?

Erlauben Sie mir einen kurzen persönlichen Prolog: Ich stamme aus Schlesien. Mein Urgroßvater kämpfte im I. Weltkrieg bei Verdun. Mein Großvater wurde in die Wehrmacht eingezogen, kämpfte im Partisanenkrieg in Jugoslawien, verlor Hand und Auge. Ein Bruder meiner Großmutter entzog sich und landete in Dachau. Ich kenne meine Familiengeschichte nur in groben Umrissen, vielen wird es ähnlich gehen. Einige meiner schlesischen Vorfahren waren später vor allem Lokführer. Aufgrund der bewegten schlesischen Geschichte wechselten sie mehrfach die Uniform. Die Tätigkeit und Fahrstrecke blieb die gleiche. Für wen oder was kämpften sie in Kriegen in welchen Uniformen? Vermutlich wussten sie es selbst nicht.

Auch ich könnte heute nicht genau sagen, welche Interessen und Mächte die Kriegsmaschinerie bedienen. Doch ich wüsste es gerne und Sie vielleicht auch. Kämpfen ohne letztlich zu wissen für wen und warum: Wozu? Krieg simuliert Sinn und Notwendigkeit und lässt einen am Ende mit den großen Fragen allein, ahnungslos gestorben im Schützengraben. Zivilisatorisch ist das ein Offenbarungseid.

Bin ich ein totaler Anti-Militarist? Ich glaube nicht. Ich habe nichts gegen die Idee privaten Waffenbesitzes. Ich kann der Idee der Landesverteidigung durchaus etwas abgewinnen. Den Wehrdienst habe ich bewusst nicht verweigert. Ich wollte die Erfahrung machen. Hier schreibt also auch ein Obergefreiter a. D. eines bayerischen Gebirgspionierbataillons bei Rosenheim mit bronzener Schützenschnur, der am MG durchaus treffsicher war. Aber eben auch jemand, den der Wehrdienst zum Teil-Pazifisten gemacht hat. Mir war nach dem Grundwehrdienst klar: Wir sind eine Gurkentruppe, reines Kanonenfutter. 20-jährige Grünschnäbel mit zu viel Testosteron und Hollywood in den Gliedern, aber wenig Ahnung.

Ich war also einer, der sich verlässlich mit anderen beim Orientierungslauf im Wald verirrte; einer, der mit anderen übermüdet beim ersten Wachdienst einpennte (und damit im Ernstfall den Tod im Schlaf kennengelernt hätte, denn just erfolgte ein simulierter „Angriff“); einer, der auch mal übernächtigt sein Gewehr vor dem Zelt vergaß (wir sollten dem G3 den Namen unserer damaligen Freundin geben – wie pervers – ich vergaß also „Petra“ vor dem Zelt) und schließlich einer, der die meiste Zeit des Dienstes fürs Vaterland letztlich mit dem Servieren von Getränken und Schinkennudeln im Offizierskasino verbrachte und die institutionalisierten Alkoholiker der Bundeswehr bei Laune hielt („it ain’t much, but it was honest work“).

Anders gesagt: Krieg – spätestens seitdem: ohne mich. Auch wenn ich gerne Ernst Jünger lese und zitiere (er war einfach ein großartiger Chronist und lebendiger Geist), seinen abenteuerlustigen Militarismus kreide ich ihm an und rufe ihm posthum hinterher: man muss nicht erst einen Sohn im Krieg verloren haben, um zum Pazifisten zu werden.

Weitere Störgefühle tauchten auf: In meiner Dissertation durfte ich mich u.a. mit philosophischen Theorien zum Gesellschaftsvertrag (u.a. Kant, Rousseau, Locke und Hobbes sind hier zu nennen) beschäftigen. Dies brachte mein Staatsverständnis gerade bei der Kriegsfrage noch mehr durcheinander. Wenn Mindestziel der Staatsgründung innere und äußere Sicherheit sind, aber letztlich nicht der Staat den Bürger, sondern der Bürger den Staat schützt, wozu sich dann eine Schutzmacht erfinden, die einen am Ende durch den Fleischwolf jagt? Hobbes setzte zumindest auf Söldner.

Kriege werden mit Lügen begonnen, wusste Julian Assange. Können Sie mit Wahrheit beendet oder gar verhindert werden? Seit Walter Lippmanns „Liberty and the News“ von 1920 weiß man spätestens, dass gesicherte Information im Krieg das seltenste Gut ist. Sagt Lippmann als oberster Mainstream-Journalist und Einflüsterer der Mächtigen. Jeder Journalist muss hier ein Störgefühl entwickeln, der Leser noch mehr. Der Journalist der Nachrichtenagentur ist selten im Geschehen sondern wird vom heimischen Militär gebrieft, sein Bericht landet dann in den Newstickern und Redaktionen. Die Kriegsmaschinerie produziert also auch ihre eigene Sicht auf die Dinge, die sie den Bürgern als die Realität verkauft.

Kein Wunder, dass jede abweichende Information massiv bekämpft werden muss. Im Krieg ist Zweifel gleich Verrat, quasi unsolidarisches Sektierertum und Wehrkraftzersetzung, wenn nicht Feindbegünstigung. Der kritische Journalist steht in Ausnahmezuständen, wie man schon bei Corona sehen konnte, automatisch aus Staatssicht im Lager des Feindes und wird entsprechend behandelt. Zensursicheres Publizieren ist dann nicht nur ein nettes feature, sondern notwendige Basisvoraussetzung. Vor kurzem war Twitter/X nicht mehr zugänglich wegen massiven Cyberattacken. Wenn dann noch Rundfunk und Presse auf der Propagandawelle surfen und die Plattformzensur wieder zuschlägt, wird das Angebot schnell dünn.

Wem aber dient Zensur und Propaganda? Die aktuelle Lage im Russland-Ukraine-Konflikt ist auch Gelegenheit, um zu zeigen: Es sind eben nicht nur staatliche Interessen, die hier verhandelt werden, sondern es muss (wieder mal) eine andere Entität mit am Tisch sitzen, man nenne sie Deep State oder wie auch immer. Europäische Eliten dienen offensichtlich Fremdinteressen, wenn sie mit Aufrüstungsplänen Volksvermögen verspekulieren oder darin (wie von der Leyen) ein notwendiges „Investment“ sehen. Von wem werden wir letztlich regiert? Auch diesem Themen-Komplex werde ich mich in der Friedenstaube nähern.

Es gibt viel zu tun, aber für mich ist klar: Frieden ist ohne Wahrheit nicht zu bekommen, deshalb ist Wahrheitssuche auch immer Friedenssuche, wie Wahrheitsliebe letztlich Friedensliebe ist.

Gerade fallen auch im Mainstream die Corona-Lügen zur Labortheorie in sich zusammen, fünf Jahre nach Ausrufung der Pandemie. Der Frieden hat nur eine Chance, wenn es uns gelingt, die Lügen nun möglichst synchron zu den Geschehnissen aufzudecken und zu dokumentieren.

Das ist mein persönlicher Wunsch, mit dem ich die Friedenstaube fliegen lasse.

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**This is a long form note test of a post that lives on my Nostr educational website Hello Nostr **

In early 2025, social media is the most common use case for Nostr (and probably the reason you're reading this). Nostr is SO much more than just social media, but that's where the bulk of the activity is, and is what I'm focusing on in this post. Even though the protocol is still so young, that has not prevented an explosion of excellent social media focused clients that predominantly coalesce around the Twitter (X) style feed, containing shorter form content, often with images, and the ability to comment, like and share.

This first steps guide showcases one of the most polished and simplest examples of such a client, Primal. Primal is a cross platform app, that also works on your computer too. The steps that follow are demonstrated on iPhone, but should be identical for Android users. There may be some topics of concepts here that are new to you, to learn more about them, check out our Nostr 101 to learn more about Nostr basics and why it matters.

You can and should explore all of the other options available to you, that's the beauty of Nostr, you're free to choose how and where to interact with your social network. No lock in. No walled gardens. True freedom.

Getting Started

1. Go to your app store and download Primal to your Android or iPhone

2. Open Primal and choose Create Account. Choose your public display name and add a short bio about yourself.

1. Select your chosen interests from the list provided. This will bootstrap your feed and auto-follow a number of accounts so that your feed is not completely empty when starting out.

1. Review your account info and tap Create Account Now. Take note of the fact that 'Your Nostr Key is available in your Account Settings'. We'll revisit this shortly.

1. Next is an optional step of activating the wallet feature within Primal. Having a wallet within your social client enables you to send and receive value (known as 'Zaps') in the form of Bitcoin. On Facebook and Twitter you can like a post, but it means much more to send someone fractions of a penny (or more if you like) to show your appreciation for their insights. You'll need to provide some personal information to enable the wallet, including an email address.

Using the internal wallet and purchasing sats with your credit card will tie your Nostr identity to your real ID. Think very carefully before carrying out this step.
Learn more in the detailed section at the end of this post.

1. That's it, you're now set up and ready to start sharing your thoughts, feelings and memes with the world via a decentralized and censorship resistant social network. To post your first note and say hello to the Nostr world, tap the + in the bottom right corner.

1. If you activated the wallet at step 5, you might want to deposit some Bitcoin in there to allow you to send some value to your friends. There are three main ways to do this:
2. Post some awesome content and have people send you value in the form of 'Zaps'
3. Send some Bitcoin from a wallet you already have
4. Purchase some directly within Primal

The latter is made very simple thanks to the in-app purchase feature, which allows you to purchase a small amount with the card you likely already have connected to your Apple/Google account. All you need to do is tap 'Buy Sats Now'.

1. Next, let's look at the different feeds available on our home screen. Tap 'Latest' at the top of the screen and you can toggle between three different types of home feeds, great for discovering new people and content.

1. Let's assume you already have some friends on Nostr and want to find and follow them. Tap the search icon in the top right corner, the enter the name of the person you want to follow. Once on their profile, simply tap the 'Follow' button.

1. So you found a friend and want to start interacting with them so they know you made it over to Nostr. Simply find a note you like and choose from the different types of interactions available. From left to right they are:
2. Comment
3. Zap (send value from your wallet to theirs)
4. Like
5. Repost
6. Bookmark

When Zapping, a single tap will send a tiny amount of 42 sats. If you want to send more, or a custom amount, tap and hold the zap button to bring up a selector menu. All default zap amounts are configurable in the app settings page.

1. After you've started posting and interacting with others, you'll likely receive some notifications to tell you. Notifications can be filtered into interaction types.

1. Another great way to find more people to follow and interact with is to use the discover page. To open it, tap the compass in the bottom right corner of the screen. Here you'll be able to browse different types of pre-built feeds, trending profiles, notes with large zaps and extra topics.

The Important Part

You might have noticed that throughout that setup, you were not asked for a unique username, nor were you asked for a password. So how the hell is this secure? What happens if you log out? Is your account lost forever?

This is where Nostr really starts to shine. Just like in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies, your Nostr account is protected by a 'Private Key'. Anyone with knowledge of the private key can access your account in any Nostr client. No private key, no access. So let's make sure you have a backup copy of it, so you can still recover access to your account in the event you lose your phone!

Tap on your profile image in the top left of the screen. Then tap Settings > Keys. Here you'll see two keys, one public and one private. Your public key is how people find you on Nostr. It is often referred to by its more technical name 'nPub' which is the prefix if the key itself. Your public key is designed to be exactly that, public!

Your private key is sometimes referred to by its technical name 'nSec' which is also the prefix of the key. Copy your private key and paste it somewhere safe and secure, in a location accessible independently from your phone, and only by you.

If you were to lose your phone, or accidentally delete the Primal app, now all you'd need to do is head back to step 1 above and choose Sign In. You'd then be asked to paste your private key, after which your profile and content would be magically restored.

Your private key can be imported into any other Nostr social client for the same result.

Things to Consider

This post has one primary focus - To get you from zero to posting and zapping in the quickest time and with the least friction. To achieve this, there are some trade-offs made that you should be aware of.

Custodial Wallet

The built in wallet is a custodial one. This means that the funds within are ultimately controlled by the developers behind Primal. They may be good actors, but you should approach the amount of money you maintain inside this wallet accordingly. If your wallet balance ever gets to a balance that makes you uncomfortable, you should send a good chunk of it out to another Bitcoin wallet where you control the keys. I recommend Phoenix or Zeus.

Those sats are never truly yours until you withdraw them to a self-custodial wallet

Wallet Privacy

If you choose to top up the wallet using the convenient in-app purchase method, you will tie that small amount of Bitcoin ownership to your Nostr account. If you Nostr account is literally your name, you might not have an issue with this, but often times people like to remain pseudonymous online. If you fall into that category, using your credit card to deposit Bitcoin into your Nostr account is not a good idea.

Android users of Primal can use an advanced technology called Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC) to connect an external Lightning wallet to their Nostr account in Primal. We'll cover this in a subsequent post.

Your private key allows you to take your profile and social network to any other client

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If you found this post useful, please share it with your peers and consider following and zapping me on Nostr. If you write to me and let me know that you found me via this post, I'll be sure to Zap you back! ⚡️

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Opinion about Bitcoin Core (desktop)

From Hebasto Twitter

Fellow Bitcoin Core Guix builders,

Heads up! If you're using the Ubuntu guix package, avoid upgrading to Ubuntu 24.04 as it breaks your Guix setup.

https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/guix/+bug/2064115

WalletScrutiny #nostrOpinion

Join the conversation!

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Autor: Ludwig F. Badenhagen. Dieser Beitrag wurde mit dem Pareto-Client geschrieben. Sie finden alle Texte der Friedenstaube und weitere Texte zum Thema Frieden hier. Sie wollen die neuesten Pareto-Artikel auf einen Blick sehen (Friedenstaube & Co.), um nichts mehr zu verpassen?* Hier geht es zu unserem Telegram-Kanal.***

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Einen Feind, den man nicht kennt, kann man nicht besiegen. Zur Vollendung dieses Gedankens liegt es nahe, die Aufmerksamkeit von Groll und Gegenwehr auf andere zu lenken.

Wer sich die Spektakel auf den Bühnen der Erde mit einer gewissen Erkenntnisfähigkeit anschaut, wird bemerken, dass es zu den Primärthemen stets leicht zu durchschauende Drehbücher gibt und dass es sich bei den auf den Bühnen handelnden Akteuren eher um Schauspieler als um tatsächliche Kompetenzträger handelt. Es geht angeblich um Gesundheit, Friedenssicherung, Menschen- und Klimarettung und so weiter. Tatsächlich geht es aber um die Ausbeutung, Verletzung und das Töten von Menschen. Dies mit Beispielen zu unterfüttern ist nicht die Absicht dieses Beitrags, denn Beispiele gibt es genug. Stattdessen soll ein Licht auf die, die man nicht sieht, die im Verborgenen agieren, geworfen und deren Machtstrukturen offengelegt werden.

Die Leute, welche tatsächlich an der Spitze von allem stehen, lassen andere auf extra hierfür eingerichteten Bühnen agieren. So gibt es große und kleine Bühnen für Politik, Wirtschaft, Geld, Gesundheit, Nahrung, Umwelt, Glauben etc. Diese Bühnen bieten das Fernsehen, das Radio, das Internet und weitere Medien. Die Systemspitze hat Steuerungsinstrumente implementiert, mit denen die Kommentierung dessen, was auf den Bühnen passiert, durch Medien und „Volksvertreter“ sowie „Experten“ nach Vorgaben „eingeordnet“ wird. Die „öffentliche Meinung“ ist maximal manipuliert  und Abweichler werden bekämpft. Das System bestimmt, was „Wahrheit“ ist, und bestraft „Unwahrheit“.

Viele Menschen sind nicht in der Lage, eine Lüge von der Wahrheit zu unterscheiden. Hierfür sind schließlich Verstand, Intuition, Bildung, Wahrnehmungs- und Erkenntnisfähigkeit sowie Mut erforderlich. Das ist für die meisten Menschen zu viel. Immer wieder ist von denen, die den Schwindel seinerzeit frühphasig erkannten, zu lesen, dass die Coronazeit ein Intelligenztest war. Das ist aber eine Verharmlosung, denn es ging tatsächlich um Gehorsam und Unterwerfung, um die Zerstörung von Menschen durch die Vergiftung mit Spritzen und die Zerstörung von kleinen und mittleren Unternehmen. Selbstverständlich ging es auch um Demoralisierung und Macht – und ums Geldverdienen. Insbesondere intelligente Menschen sind anfällig für Manipulation und Angst und somit wurden viele Intelligente als Meinungsverstärker zur Lenkung der Blöden missbraucht. Intelligente passen sich an. Intelligenz hat ausdrücklich nichts mit Klugheit, Bildung, Erkenntnisfähigkeit, Resilienz und Mut zu tun.

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Wer steckt dahinter?

Diese Frage wurde bereits ausführlich in dem Buch „Das Komitee der 300“ von John Coleman beantwortet. Dort sind viele der Protagonisten, deren Intentionen und deren Organisationen mit Bezugnahme auf belastbare Quellen beschrieben. Hierbei handelt es sich primär um die Dynastien, die es über mehrere Generationen hinweg vollbracht haben, ihre Machtposition auf- und auszubauen. Diese Leute kommen nicht in den Medien vor, um nicht „unter Beschuss zu geraten“. Das sind die Leute, die über den ultimativen Einfluss darüber verfügen, was in den Medien gebracht wird. Diese Leute erzeugen Probleme, um Lösungen hierfür verkaufen zu können. Diese Leute steuern die öffentliche Meinung und die Menschen.

Diese globale Steuerung benötigt Technik und viele Mitarbeiter. Nun darf man nicht den Fehler begehen, zu glauben, dass jeder Mitarbeiter des Komitees alles weiß. Tatsächlich existiert hier eine Hierarchie, innerhalb derer die obersten Verbündeten sehr genau wissen, was sie für wen und gegen wen tun, wogegen innerhalb der mittleren und unteren Hierarchiestufen die Mitarbeiter einfach nur ihre jeweiligen Jobs innerhalb der einzelnen Regierungen, Gerichte, Institutionen und Firmen erledigen. Ähnlich dem Militär, wo der General weiß, dass es nur um die Macht und das Geld einiger Leute an der Spitze geht, die nicht kämpfen, aber der Offizier und der Soldat glauben, es gehe um „die gute Sache“. Jede Hierarchiestufe erhält ihre Belohnung für Gehorsam und ihre Bestrafung für Ungehorsam.

Die 3 primären Divisionen

Die Division Finanzen & Wirtschaft kümmert sich um Währungen, Geldsysteme, Konzerne, NGO etc. Die Kontrolle über das aktuelle Geldsystem, von dem sich jeder abhängig wähnt, ist ein Schlüsselelement zur Steuerung. Die Dynastien und die vermögenden Menschen dieser Erde investieren nicht direkt, sondern überlassen wesentliche Teile ihrer Vermögen ihren Verwaltern. Diese Vermögensverwalter übernehmen Geschäftsanteile an Firmen in Größenordnungen, welche ihnen Gestaltungsmacht einräumt, sodass sie Einfluss auf die Besetzung von dortigen Schlüsselpositionen ausüben können, welche wiederum formell die Strategie des jeweiligen Unternehmens bestimmen. Die Dynastien erschaffen und kontrollieren NGOs sowie weitere Organisationsgebilde nach Erfordernis.

Die Division Politik & Recht hat in erster Linie die Aufgabe, dafür zu sorgen, dass die Menschen glauben, sie leben in einer Demokratie und könnten durch Wahlen etwas bewirken. Sie sollen glauben, dass es Volkvertreter gibt, welche die Interessen der Bevölkerung vertreten. Dem angeblich gleichgestellt ist das Rechtssystem – zumindest in der Darstellung des Systems, dessen integraler Bestandteil die Medien sind. Tatsächlich wurde es in den letzten Jahren überdeutlich, dass die gewöhnlichen Menschen von diesen Institutionen eben nicht vertreten werden.

Die Division „Menschlichkeit“, hiermit sind sogenannte „Vertreter der Menschlichkeit“ wie Kirchen, Gewerkschaften und Verbände etc. gemeint, soll suggerieren, dass der Mensch „einen starken Beschützer“ an seiner Seite hat. Dies führt dazu, dass die Menschen sich an die Regeln des Systems halten. Sie demonstrieren und werden dort massiv misshandelt, wie die vielen Corona-Demos gezeigt haben. Oder es werden „Gegendemonstrationen“ inszeniert, um der Öffentlichkeit vorzugaukeln, dass „die Mehrheit“ eine ganz andere Meinung als die Demonstranten hat. 

In allen drei Divisionen gibt es wieder eigene Macht- und Korruptionsstrukturen und jede Struktur befasst sich in erster Linie mit der Ausbeutung der Vielen zum eigenen Wohle. Wer sich als gewöhnlicher Bürger auf diese Institutionen verlässt, wird keine positiven Veränderungen seiner gegenwärtigen Situation erfahren. 

Sie möchten mehr wissen? Dann lesen Sie Wie wir die Kriegstreiber stoppen und Ob Corona oder Krieg: Wir Menschen werden wie Vieh behandelt.

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Ludwig F. Badenhagen (Pseudonym, Name ist der Redaktion bekannt).

Der Autor hat deutsche Wurzeln und betrachtet das Geschehen in Deutschland und Europa aus seiner Wahlheimat Südafrika. Seine Informationen bezieht er aus verlässlichen Quellen und insbesondere von Menschen, die als „Verschwörungstheoretiker“, „Nazi“, „Antisemit“ sowie mit weiteren Kampfbegriffen der dortigen Systemakteure wie Politiker und „Journalisten“ diffamiert werden. Solche Diffamierungen sind für ihn ein Prädikatsmerkmal. Er ist international agierender Manager mit einem globalen Netzwerk und verfügt hierdurch über tiefe Einblicke in Konzerne und Politik.

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A 60pmbet tem se tornado referência quando o assunto é entretenimento online. Com uma proposta moderna e adaptada ao público brasileiro, a plataforma une tecnologia, praticidade e diversão, oferecendo uma jornada completa para os apaixonados por jogos.

Ao acessar o site da 60pmbet, o primeiro destaque vai para a interface. O design é limpo, funcional e responsivo, permitindo uma navegação intuitiva em qualquer dispositivo — seja computador, tablet ou smartphone. Esse cuidado com a usabilidade é essencial para garantir que todos, até mesmo os novatos, se sintam à vontade desde o primeiro clique.

Outro ponto que merece atenção é a facilidade no cadastro. Em poucos minutos, o usuário pode criar sua conta e começar a explorar os jogos disponíveis. Além disso, a plataforma oferece suporte em português e opções de pagamento locais, como PIX e transferência bancária, facilitando tanto depósitos quanto saques.

A biblioteca de jogos da 60pmbet é ampla e diversificada. Há títulos para todos os estilos: dos tradicionais jogos de cartas, como pôquer e blackjack, até os vibrantes e coloridos slots com diferentes temáticas e funções especiais. Os gráficos são de alta qualidade e a experiência sonora ajuda a criar um ambiente totalmente imersivo.

Os jogos ao vivo também são um grande diferencial. Eles permitem que o jogador interaja em tempo real com apresentadores e participe de rodadas autênticas, tudo com transmissão em alta definição. Esse tipo de experiência traz uma sensação de realismo que poucas plataformas conseguem oferecer.

Na 60pmbet, o jogador não só encontra diversão, mas também é valorizado por meio de promoções constantes. São bônus de boas-vindas, giros extras, desafios semanais e recompensas exclusivas para os mais ativos. Essas vantagens criam uma relação de fidelidade e fazem com que cada retorno à plataforma seja ainda mais animador.

Segurança e transparência também são pilares da 60pmbet. A tecnologia de criptografia garante proteção total dos dados pessoais e financeiros dos usuários. O compromisso com o jogo responsável também está presente, com ferramentas para controle de tempo e gastos.

Em suma, a 60pmbet não é apenas mais uma plataforma de jogos. Ela oferece uma experiência completa, com atendimento eficiente, tecnologia de ponta e uma diversidade impressionante de opções de entretenimento. Para quem procura emoção com praticidade, essa é a escolha certa.

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For our first edition of #Nostrversity, we'll be diving into Nostr Wallet Connect, or #NWC; a handy means of connecting a #Lightning wallet to your favorite #Nostr app that quickly became the standard and is now an essential part of onboarding to Nostr for any new user who wants to experience the magic of zaps. Yet NWC enables so much more than just one-tap-zapping, as we will see when we look a little closer at how it works under the hood.

Lightning History on Nostr

Back in the wild-west days of Nostr, before nostr:npub1xtscya34g58tk0z605fvr788k263gsu6cy9x0mhnm87echrgufzsevkk5s invented zaps, Bitcoin psychopaths were already sending sats to one another over Nostr. However, the way we had to do it back then was by going into our Lightning wallet, selecting "receive," inputting an amount we wanted, and copy/pasting an invoice from the wallet into our Nostr note, then hope someone was willing to pay it. And the payment side was just as cumbersome, requiring manually copying the invoice from your Nostr client, pasting it into a Lightning wallet so you could see how much the other user wanted, and then deciding if you were even willing to send it.

It didn't take long before Nostr clients, particularly on mobile, started rendering Lightning invoices in a convenient format that showed the invoice amount and a "Pay" button, that would prompt the user to open a Lightning wallet. This took out a decent amount of friction for the sender, but it was still just as big a hassle for the receiver.

Then zaps came along, and soon everyone had the ability to send sats to any other user when they found value in the content they posted. At least, any other user that added their Lightning address to their profile and whose Lightning wallet provider supported sending a "paid" receipt to a Nostr relay. Receiver friction had been virtually eliminated and the sats began to flow. Nostr also became the de facto directory for Bitcoiner payment addresses. If you heard nostr:npub1a2cww4kn9wqte4ry70vyfwqyqvpswksna27rtxd8vty6c74era8sdcw83a say something brilliant on a podcast, you could just look her up on any Nostr client with zaps and send some sats her way as a thank you.

Enter the zapathon, a community event with one purpose: break nostr:npub1hcwcj72tlyk7thtyc8nq763vwrq5p2avnyeyrrlwxrzuvdl7j3usj4h9rq by zapping each other so much it was effectively a DDOS attack. Sure, it was a stress test on other wallets too, but most users were on Wallet of Satoshi because it was the easiest way to get a Lightning address with a mobile wallet.

It was a ton of fun flinging sats around as fast as your fingers would let you! However, a new friction point was soon discovered from trying to zap so frequently. Every time you tapped the zap icon in your Nostr client, you had to wait for your wallet to open and present the invoice to approve payment, then switch back to your Nostr client to zap the next note. Not a big deal when you only send a zap occasionally, but when trying to zap every note in your feed, it adds a significant amount of time and extra clicks. In fact, this small amount of friction, whether you realize it or not, often acts as just enough of a barrier to zapping that you will choose not to zap a post you found some value in, just because of the extra 5 seconds it takes to load into your wallet app, approve the payment, and switch back to your Nostr client.

Wouldn't it be amazing if we could have one-tap-zaps?

I can't recall if there were any other methods by which this was achieved, but the method that caught on was developed and released into the wild by nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm, who called it Nostr Wallet Connect. At that time (March of 2023), Alby was a custodial Lightning wallet for your web browser, and while you could connect your own node to it using LNDHub, most people just stuck with their custodial option since it came with a Lightning address. Nostr Wallet Connect was, at that time, a way to connect your Alby wallet to a Nostr client.

I am not certain which client was the first to support NWC, but I know that #Amethyst was pretty early on, and it was an instant success. Users could get a "connection string" from Alby, paste it into Amethyst, and zap with a single tap of their finger. Just like zaps themselves had eliminated the friction for receiving payments via Lightning for anyone with a Lightning address, Nostr Wallet Connect had eliminated the friction for sending payments. No more wasted seconds switching back and forth between Nostr client and wallet app, just tap and zap sent, tap again and another zap gone.

Of course, this meant that it was all too easy to send way more sats out of your wallet than you intended. This was solved by the ability to set budgets, so your wallet would cut you off once you reached the max amount you had set for yourself.

Because Alby had made Nostr Wallet Connect open source and part of the Nostr protocol, it didn't take long before more and more clients started adding support for it. Users demanded it and wouldn't shut up about it until it was added. Other wallet providers also saw the value of including it. Now it is simply expected, and any wallet that doesn't include it won't attract Nostr users.

Notably, Wallet of Satoshi went from being the most popular wallet among Nostr users to being a rare and quaint throwback to a bygone era, because they never integrated NWC and they pulled away from serving anyone in the U.S. out of fear of regulation under the Biden administration.

So we arrive at the state of Lightning on Nostr today, with Lightning addresses in our profiles for receiving zaps, and Nostr Wallet Connect for sending, and hard pressed to find Nostr clients that don't support both.

So... How does it work?

All of that history is great, but you're here to learn how this technology works. What is happening behind the scenes when you tap that little ⚡️ icon and sats seem to magically leave your Lightning wallet and show up on your screen as a zap underneath the latest nostr:npub1lrnvvs6z78s9yjqxxr38uyqkmn34lsaxznnqgd877j4z2qej3j5s09qnw5 meme, without you having to fiddle around with any Lightning invoices at all?

It's really quite simple, in the end. Your wallet communicating with your Nostr client using a Nostr relay in the middle, the same way you communicate with other Nostr users by saving notes to a relay that they can retrieve them from.

First, your Nostr client has to know how to "tag" your wallet, and on which relay to send it notes. This is why you need to get a "connection string" from your wallet to paste into your Nostr client. This string has all the information that is needed for your Nostr client to know how to communicate with your wallet, and for your wallet to be sure that the payment requests are authorized by you.

Let's take a look at an example connection string:

nostr+walletconnect://b889ff5b1513b641e2a139f661a661364979c5beee91842f8f0ef42ab558e9d4?relay=wss%3A%2F%2Frelay.damus.io&secret=71a8c14c1407c113601079c4302dab36460f0ccd0ad506f1f2dc73b5100e4f3c

Looks like a bunch of gobbledygook, right? We'll break down each of its parts and see what it does.

nostr+walletconnect://

This portion just defines the type of information that follows it. Because the string starts with this marker, any software reading it will know that what follows is information on how to communicate with a Lightning wallet, so long as it has been programmed to recognize it.

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This section is just a public key, the same as an npub. In fact, it can be readily converted to an npub if you want using nostr:npub1zdr58j526qsrkdjhcg9xs60xfutqeey2ucugms04efnlx3spnmns2eqha9's key converter. It's a nostr identity just like yours or mine, but you won't find any GM posts or catstr pictures in its note history. It's only posting special note types used by NWC. This public key belongs to your Lightning wallet, and just like you can have multiple npubs for each of your alter egos, your wallet creates a separate public key to use with each new app you want to connect it to. Or at least it should. The Nostr client you use will tag your wallet in notes it creates by using this public key.

relay=wss%3A%2F%2Frelay.damus.io

This section is probably easily recognizable. It's the same as typing relay=wss://relay.damus.io, except that it has to use %3A%2F%2F in place of ://. This tells your Nostr client which relay it needs to use to communicate with your wallet. Hopefully your wallet uses a relay with high up-time, because one of the major ways for NWC to fail is if the relay is down. You also can't use just any relay. It has to accept the note kinds used by NWC, which is why wallets don't typically let their users choose the relay that will be used. You also can't just modify the connection string to use a relay you prefer, even if you know it allows NWC note kinds. This is because it will result in your Nostr client sending requests to your wallet on that relay, but your wallet is not reading from that relay, so it will never receive the requests.

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This is just a Nostr private key. It's an nsec, but in hex format. Your wallet is giving your Nostr client a private key that it must use to sign all of the requests it sends to your wallet. No request signed by any other private key will be answered by your wallet. Your wallet will generate a separate private key for each connection string, allowing you as the user to revoke those connections individually, or set a separate budget for each connection.

When you tap the ⚡️ icon in your Nostr client, it obtains a Lightning invoice from the user's wallet you are trying to zap using their Lightning address. It then creates a note tagging your wallet's public key and requesting payment of that Lightning invoice, signing the note with the private key your wallet generated for it, and writing that note to the specified Nostr relay. Your wallet is constantly checking that relay for new notes and when it sees the payment request signed by an authorized private key, it pays the invoice, so long as it is within the budget you set, and sends out a payment receipt stating it has been paid so your client can light up the zap indicator to show that it was successful. All of this from a single tap of your finger in Amethyst.

More than Zaps

Now that we know the basics of how NWC works, it doesn't take much extrapolation to realize that this communication between wallet and Nostr client could be used for much more than just payment requests. A client could ask for your wallet's balance information, or transaction history, or ask for a lightning invoice. In fact, why does it have to be a Nostr client making those requests at all? Why not a mobile wallet app, or browser extension?

One of the major pieces of friction felt by those who run Lightning nodes is the difficulty of connecting to them remotely in a secure way. nostr:npub1aghreq2dpz3h3799hrawev5gf5zc2kt4ch9ykhp9utt0jd3gdu2qtlmhct and nostr:npub126ntw5mnermmj0znhjhgdk8lh2af72sm8qfzq48umdlnhaj9kuns3le9ll allow for connecting via Tor by default, but that can be painfully slow and unreliable. Anyone who has set up a connection to their node via LND Rest over Tor to their nostr:npub1xnf02f60r9v0e5kty33a404dm79zr7z2eepyrk5gsq3m7pwvsz2sazlpr5 wallet can attest to the frustration of opening their wallet and waiting several seconds for the interface to load, only to receive a timeout notice.

Nostr Wallet Connect has eliminated this issue thanks to Alby Hub and Alby Go. Just create a new connection in Alby Hub, give it a budget, and scan the QR code with Alby Go and you have a fully-functional, mobile Lightning wallet connected to your node at home that loads extremely quickly and reliably, so long as the Nostr relay in-between is up and running.

Now, you may be concerned that the information being passed back and forth on this Nostr relay is incredibly sensitive financial information, especially if balance and transaction history is involved. However, this is not a concern because the content of the notes is fully encrypted. The relay owner, or anyone else with access to read data on that relay, has no idea what information is contained in the messages being sent between wallet provider and Nostr client, or Lightning node and mobile wallet. And because neither npub being used by your wallet provider or your Nostr client is the same as your npub, there is nothing tying the messages to you.

As a result, NWC is quickly becoming an integral piece of Lightning infrastructure, even if those making use of it have no interest in joining Nostr at all.

The Future of NWC

To wrap this up, I'd like to point the reader to recent developments with Nostr Wallet Connect, and other use-cases we could very well see in the near future.

First, NWC may not just be for Lightning. nostr:npub1utx00neqgqln72j22kej3ux7803c2k986henvvha4thuwfkper4s7r50e8 recently revealed that he has a working prototype of on-chain payments via NWC.

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We are already seeing it used with eCash wallets like nostr:npub1kvaln6tm0re4d99q9e4ma788wpvnw0jzkz595cljtfgwhldd75xsj9tkzv. There is no reason we shouldn't expect to see it used with all forms of Bitcoin payments. This could lead to an explosion of available wallet applications for all platforms, since they will simply be an interface for communicating with your node or wallet provider.

NWC can also be used for subscriptions, as alluded to in nostr:npub1utx00neqgqln72j22kej3ux7803c2k986henvvha4thuwfkper4s7r50e8's note above. Before you protest about what an awful monetization model subscriptions are, I generally agree. That said, subscriptions where the user remains in control the entire time, and can unilaterally cancel the subscription at any time, without having to jump through hoops and give explanations about why they no longer want to use the service, is a massive improvement over the current status quo. Remember, NWC allows the user to set a budget for each connection. This means your subscription can't incrementally increase its monthly fee on you. Not without you willingly going into your wallet settings and adjusting the monthly budget, at any rate.

Last one before we close this out: NWC can be used for streaming services where you pay only for what you use, and give yourself a budget. Instead of paying a monthly subscription to Netflix, you could pay per minute that you watch. Previously this could only be done by topping up a wallet controlled by the service itself, the way nostr:npub1v5ufyh4lkeslgxxcclg8f0hzazhaw7rsrhvfquxzm2fk64c72hps45n0v5's wallet worked with streaming sats for Podcasting 2.0. But now NWC is coming to Fountain, and users can bring their own wallet that they control.

The future of NWC is bright, and it extends well beyond zapping memes on Nostr. It's going to open up a world of possibilities for how we can use our sats to stream media, make reoccurring donations, use micro-payments to rent compute, and so much more. I don't know about you, but I am here for it!

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A plataforma 3539 está redefinindo o conceito de entretenimento digital para os brasileiros. Muito além de ser apenas um site de jogos, ela se apresenta como um verdadeiro ecossistema interativo onde a diversão é levada a sério. Combinando tecnologia de ponta, interface moderna e um portfólio diversificado de jogos, a 3539 conquista cada vez mais espaço entre os fãs de jogos online.

Desde o primeiro acesso, fica claro que a experiência do usuário é uma prioridade. A navegação é fluida, com um design visualmente atrativo e fácil de entender. O sistema responsivo permite que os usuários aproveitem todos os recursos tanto no computador quanto em dispositivos móveis, o que torna a experiência versátil e acessível.

A grande estrela da plataforma é a variedade de jogos disponíveis. A 3539 oferece desde jogos clássicos de mesa até opções com dinâmicas modernas, gráficos em alta definição e trilhas sonoras envolventes. Cada título é pensado para proporcionar entretenimento de qualidade, com mecânicas bem desenvolvidas e níveis de dificuldade variados.

Um dos diferenciais é a possibilidade de jogar em tempo real, com interação direta com apresentadores e outros usuários. Esse formato transforma cada sessão em uma experiência coletiva, dinâmica e cheia de surpresas. Os jogos ao vivo são perfeitos para quem gosta de ação rápida, emoção e um toque de socialização.

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A 3539 vem se consolidando como uma das plataformas mais completas do setor. Combinando tecnologia, diversão, segurança e um atendimento de qualidade, ela oferece tudo o que o jogador moderno procura. Seja para se divertir por alguns minutos ou mergulhar por horas em desafios emocionantes, a 3539 é a escolha certa para quem valoriza experiências únicas.

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Kraków is one of Europe’s most beautiful and historically rich cities. With its medieval charm, vibrant squares, haunting WWII history, and buzzing student life, Kraków effortlessly blends past and present. It’s the kind of place where you can walk cobblestone streets in the morning, sip craft cocktails by evening, and dive into centuries of culture in between.

🏰 Top Things to Do in Kraków

🏙️ Old Town (Stare Miasto)

• A UNESCO World Heritage Site full of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture
• Wander through the Main Market Square (Rynek Główny)—Europe’s largest medieval square
• Visit the Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) for local crafts and the St. Mary’s Basilica, where a trumpeter plays every hour from the tower

🏰 Wawel Castle

• Iconic royal residence on a hill overlooking the Vistula River
• Explore the Royal Apartments, cathedral, and the Dragon’s Den cave (legend says a dragon once lived there!)

🕍 Kazimierz (Jewish Quarter)

• A vibrant area packed with synagogues, street art, and hip cafes
• Once the heart of Jewish life, it’s now a lively cultural hub—especially great for food, bars, and vintage shops
• Don’t miss Plac Nowy for late-night zapiekanki (Polish-style baguette pizza)

🌆 Schindler’s Factory

• A deeply moving museum inside the former factory of Oskar Schindler, telling the story of Kraków during Nazi occupation
• Located in Podgórze, near the remains of the Kraków Ghetto

⛪ Nowa Huta

• A planned socialist city turned edgy neighborhood
• Soviet-style architecture, unique local flavor, and great for urban exploration

🕊️ Day Trips from Kraków

🚐 Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial

• A must-visit for historical reflection and remembrance
• About 1.5 hours away, best visited on a guided tour

⛰️ Wieliczka Salt Mine

• A surreal underground world carved from salt—chambers, sculptures, and even chapels
• Just 30 minutes outside the city

🍽️ What to Eat in Kraków

• 🥟 Pierogi – Dumplings with fillings like cheese, potatoes, or meat
• 🍲 Żurek – Sour rye soup with sausage and egg
• 🐷 Gołąbki – Cabbage rolls stuffed with meat and rice
• 🧁 Try obwarzanek krakowski (a pretzel-like street snack)
• 🍻 Wash it all down with Polish beer, vodka, or mulled wine in winter

🗓️ Best Time to Visit

• Spring (Apr–Jun): Mild weather and blooming gardens
• Summer (Jul–Aug): Festivals and al fresco dining (can get busy)
• Autumn (Sept–Oct): Fewer crowds, golden cityscapes
• Winter (Dec): Magical Christmas markets and snow-dusted rooftops

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Men tend to find women attractive, that remind them of the average women they already know, but with more-averaged features. The mid of mids is kween.👸

But, in contradiction to that, they won't consider her highly attractive, unless she has some spectacular, unusual feature. They'll sacrifice some averageness to acquire that novelty. This is why wealthy men (who tend to be highly intelligent -- and therefore particularly inclined to crave novelty because they are easily bored) -- are more likely to have striking-looking wives and girlfriends, rather than conventionally-attractive ones. They are also more-likely to cross ethnic and racial lines, when dating.

Men also seem to each be particularly attracted to specific facial expressions or mimics, which might be an intelligence-similarity test, as persons with higher intelligence tend to have a more-expressive mimic. So, people with similar expressions tend to be on the same wavelength. Facial expessions also give men some sense of perception into womens' inner life, which they otherwise find inscrutable.

Hair color is a big deal (logic says: always go blonde), as is breast-size (bigger is better), and WHR (smaller is better).

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Uma das grandes preocupações de qualquer jogador é saber que pode contar com um suporte eficiente e acessível sempre que surgir uma dúvida ou problema. Na WayBet, o atendimento ao usuário é tratado com prioridade máxima — e isso faz toda a diferença na experiência geral.

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Para quem prefere outros meios, a Waybet também disponibiliza suporte por e-mail e uma seção de perguntas frequentes (FAQ) extremamente completa. Lá, o jogador encontra informações detalhadas sobre cadastro, depósitos, retiradas, segurança, limites de jogo e muito mais.

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Para quem é novo na plataforma, há guias explicativos e tutoriais interativos que ajudam a entender como tudo funciona. Desde o primeiro login, o jogador é guiado de forma clara e acolhedora, tornando o início da jornada muito mais tranquilo.

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