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Opinion about Freewallet Multi Crypto Wallet (iphone) <!--HEADER END--> Freewallet is now charging inactivity fees, a sneaky method to take money from users who aren’t regularly using the app. Avoid this scam wallet! <!--FOOTER START--> #WalletScrutiny #nostrOpinion [Join the conversation!](https://walletscrutiny.com/iphone/mw.org.freewallet.app)

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Considering the "whatever" item in question is a random item, a unique piece --not something you produce or need to market-- which platform, website or which strategy you'll put in place to get the value of your item in sats, immediately, anonymously, via the Lightning Network? originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/677270

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 > Far too many people: "GDP is bad. I prefer [thing correlated at 0.9 with GDP]." Manufacturing:  Life expectancy:  Happiness:  Many other metrics & discussion in the source: https://x.com/cremieuxrecueil/status/1832588128084730334 originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/677211

@ 09fbf8f3:fa3d60f0

> 由于telegram的政策调整，不允许滥用telegraph匿名上传图片了。 导致之前通过telegraph搭建的图床无法上传（已上传的能正常查看）。 --- ### 有人通过原项目的基础上分支另外项目，可以通过频道上传图片。 项目是通过cloudflare pages搭建的。 - 项目地址：https://github.com/MarSeventh/CloudFlare-ImgBed 项目的教程很详细，具体去看项目教程。 ### telegram设置： - 需要有telegram账号 - 通过[@BotFather](https://t.me/BotFather "@BotFather")创建一个telegram机器人，并获取api key。 - 创建一个频道，获取频道id，通过转发一条消息到 [@VersaToolsBot](https://t.me/VersaToolsBot "@VersaToolsBot")机器人可以查看频道id。 - 一定要添加创建的机器人到频道作为管理员才能使用。 ### cloudflare的设置 - 通过git项目部署，设置变量：TG_BOT_TOKEN和TG_CHAT_ID就基本可以使用了。 - 如果需要后台，需要添加kv空间，并在设置里面的函数，选择对应的kv空间，如图： [](https://imgbed.lepidus.me/file/AgACAgEAAyEGAASHShAaAAMFZt2erJ5-KyEOHIwfkCjN64RmA68AAtSsMRtrRvBGWZXC5Glh0M0BAAMCAAN3AAM2BA.png "kv") - BASIC_USER 后台登陆名 - BASIC_PASS 后台密码 - AUTH_CODE 鉴权，防止别人使用，设置后，别人使用必须输入这个。 ### 其他 - 成人内容屏蔽 - pico 使用api接口 去项目地址看 ### 最后 我搭建的地址： https://imgbed.lepidus.me

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_original post 28/12/2010 .net_ Para você que se sente meio preso ao instalar o Ubuntu, pois ele já vem pronto para um usuário final, mas isso não me agrada parece que perco o espirito de liberdade. Mas o ponto forte Ubuntu são suas atualizações, então eu fui em busca de como fazer uma instalação customizada somente com os pacotes do Ubuntu. Depois de muita pesquisa e anos de experiência com linux desenvolvi o que chamo de instalação mínima **Alguns conceitos da minha instalação** – Não tem gerenciador de login gráfico. – Precisar habilitar o root, na unha e você usa isso. – Não tem menus, os aplicativos são chamados via tecla de atalho ou docks. – Não tem menu para desligar. – Não é um desktop, usa apenas um gerenciador de Janelas. – Aqui tudo é minimalista, não é bonito também não quer dizer que é feio, é apenas simples faz o necessário. – Não importa a versão do ubuntu, atual ou não essa técnica quase nunca mudará. **Seria bom/Pré-Requisitos** – Se você tem conceitos de particionamento. – Se você já instalou um Debian. – Se você sabe usar o vim. – Conexão com internet via placa de rede 10/100 (sim tem que ser assim). **Introdução** A idéia é usar a instalação mínima do Ubuntu (https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Installation/MinimalCD), onde é bem parecida com a NetInstall do Debian. Iremos baixar a imagem(12 ~ 13MB) do link acima e queimar em um cd rom e dar boot. Vamos usar o assistente de instalação, e não selecionaremos nenhum pacote na instalação, tudo sera instalado via linha de comando usando o apt. Pra quem já instalou usando o anaconda da RedHat não terá problemas, qualquer ser capaz de ler consegue instalar.  Esta é a primeira tela exibida após o boot, selecione o menu  Va seguindo o instalador conforme as telas, não quer que eu fique explicando tudo né?    Coloque o nome que quiser, este é o nome da sua maquina pense em algo inspirador.  Aqui você estara selecionando daonde pacotes serão baixados.  Se não tiver proxy de um [enter], se tiver pesquise no google como configurar.    Chegamos a parte onde todo usuário de windows faz cagada, na configuração das particões, bom use o método manual, não vou entrar em detalhes, pra esse tutorial eu criei uma partição só.    Após criar, FINISH!  Aguarde, vai demorar, o instalador esta baixando o minimo para poder instalar o sistema, no debian o cd é de 170mb essa parte é mais rápida.  O nome do usuario, eu coloquei “lion”, coloque ai o seu usuário.  senha é bom por né.  Aqui você tem a opção de encriptar seus dados, tudo que estiver no /home/ você deve pro governo? eu encriptei.   Aqui você pode selecionar a primeira opção, eu prefiro atualizar manualmente.  Neste tela desmarque tudo, isso faz você ser o cara livre do sistema, aguarde pois vai demorar.  Grub é o gerenciador de boot, instale ele ai sem medo.  Cara se você chegou nessa tela eu já estou orgulhoso, pois provavelmente não fez nenhuma cagada. Logue-se com seu usuário, meu caso “lion” (que coisa gay figura 24 ainda).  **Apartir daqui acabou as figurinhas fio, espero que você saiba o mínimo de VI. **Torna-se root** Isso é primordio no linux, sempre somos o ROOT, o Ubuntu tem essa filosofia para você não fazer cagada, mas na vida uma boa técnica de aprendizado é fazendo cagada, então vamos habilitar o root. Calma usaremos o root para tarefas como instalar novos software, mas a execução e configuração de nosso ambiente será com nosso usuário. ``` $ sudo passwd root ``` Pronto a partir de agora os comandos começados com # quer dizer que você tem que estar logado como root, e quando estiver $ você deve executar com seu usuário. Loge-se como root vamos usar bastante de um $su ou entre num novo tty como root. **Instalando o vim** ``` #apt-get install vim ``` (repare # você tem que estar logado como root) **Removendo o boot-splash** Amigos estamos falando de uma maquina limpa, o boot splash só come memória. Faça um backup antes e depois edite o arquivo “/boot/grub/grub.cfg” procure a palavra splash e apague somente ela e salve o arquivo. É necessário dar diretos de gravação e depois volte como somente leitura. **Removendo Mensagem de boas vindas MOTD** Logo após o login, é exibida uma mensagem de boas vindas enorme do ubuntu, eu não gosto dela, nem do debian eu gostava e eu a removia editando o script “/etc/init.d/boot-misc.sh” mas no ubuntu esse arquivo não existe. Depois de muito fuçar eu descobri que removendo os arquivos do diretorio “/etc/update-motd.d/” a mensagem some, pra mim basta, também removi o conteudo do arquivo /var/run/motd ; **UPDATE** Dica do comentário do Marcelo Godim Ele é gerenciado pelo pam_motd basta ir em /etc/pam.d nos arquivos “login” e “sshd” e comentar essas linhas abaixo: login: #session optional pam_motd.so sshd: #session optional pam_motd.so # [1] **Mudando mensagem da versão** Dica velha edite o arquivo “/etc/issue” coloque o que preferir. ——Se você não precisa de modo gráfico a instalação terminou aqui. Alterando o sources.list adicionando outros repositórios Edite o arquivo /etc/apt/sources.list e deixe assim, basicamente adicionados pacotes do site Medibuntu, se prefereir siga esses passos é melhor do que editar o arquivo. **Instalando o resto dos pacotes** #apt-get install xserver-xorg xinit alsa-base alsa-utils openbox obconf obmenu feh nitrogen tint2 k3b conky gmrun pcmanfm gtk-theme-switch ssh smbfs smbclient dosfstools setserial usbutils leafpad x11-apps openbox-themes terminator chromium-browser xcompmgr gcc g++ openjdk-6-jdk mysql-server mysql-query-browser gftp gcc-avr avrdude imagemagick gparted ntfs-3g file-roller zip unrar gpicview gtk2-engines gnome-icon-theme-gartoon vim unace rar unrar zip unzip p7zip-full p7zip-rar sharutils uudeview mpack lha arj cabextract file-roller pidgin pidgin-data pidgin-lastfm pidgin-guifications msn-pecan pidgin-musictracker pidgin-plugin-pack pidgin-themes mplayer vlc cairo-dock w32codecs audacious Vai dormir, seila vai baixar ai uns 500mb, você pode tirar ou por o que quiser ai isso é minha instalação. Como entrar no modo gráfico? Logue-se com seu usuário ``` $startx ``` O comando antigo, simples, que dei a primeira vez no meu conectiva 4.  Este é o resultado final, mas para isso vamos algumas dicas. Toda incialização dos aplicativos eu concentrei no .config/openbox/autostart.sh segue o meu ai ``` # Set desktop wallpaper nitrogen –restore & # Enable Eyecandy – off by default xcompmgr -cCfF -r7 -o.65 -l-10 -t-8 & # Launch network manager applet (sleep 4s && nm-applet) & # Launch clipboard manager #(sleep 1s && parcellite) & # Uncomment to enable system updates at boot #(sleep 180s && system-update) & cairo-dock & # Launch Conky #conky -q & # Launch panel tint2 & ``` **Configurando teclas de atalho**, edite o arquivo .config/openbox/rc.xml, vá até a seção keybinds as minhas são essas abaixo: ``` <keybind key=”W-a”><action name=”Execute”> <execute>audacious</execute></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-1″><action name=”Execute”> <execute>xcompmgr -cCfF -r7 -o.65 -l-10 -t-8</execute></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-2″><action name=”Execute”> <execute>pkill xcompmgr</execute></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-a”><action name=”Execute”> <execute>audacious</execute></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-e”><action name=”Execute”> <execute>pcmanfm</execute></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-g”><action name=”Execute”> <startupnotify> <enabled>true</enabled> <name>transset</name> </startupnotify> <command>transset .50</command></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-h”><action name=”Execute”> <startupnotify><enabled>true</enabled><name>transset 1</name></startupnotify><command>transset 1</command></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-l”><action name=”Execute”><startupnotify><enabled>true</enabled><name>Lock screen</name></startupnotify><command>gnome-screensaver-command -l</command></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-t”><action name=”Execute”><execute>terminator</execute></action></keybind><keybind key=”W-r”> <action name=”Execute”> <execute>gmrun</execute> </action></keybind> ``` Pesquise como instalar temas GTK, configurar o TINT2 (desk bar), Cairo Dock, também tem muitas configurações de openbox na internet. Esse tutorial vem de anos de convivio com linux, é duro passar tudo a limpo aqui, uma dica e testar o Linux Crunch-Bang aprendi muitas customizações com ele. #blog #tech

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 - - - Here we are again with our [The Magnificent Seven](https://stacker.news/AGORA#the-magnificent-seven---of-all-times), trying to give you a hit of what you missed this past month in the ~AGORA territory. - - - ### Top-Performing Ads Drumroll please 🥁 ... for the most engaging ones: * `01` [[SELL] 1 Million Products, Travel Agency, Concierge and Cars - ShopinBit.com](https://stacker.news/items/673616/r/AG) by @shopinbit * `02` [[SELL] Satoffee⚡️☕️ Cafeteras automáticas que aceptan Bitcoin Lightning 🇪🇸 🌐](https://stacker.news/items/675680/r/AG) by @VEINTIUNO * `03` [[⚖️SELL] Hand-Made Flecktarn Pouch(es)](https://stacker.news/items/650741/r/AG) by Fabs * `04` [[OFFER] Proton Wallet - 3 invites left](https://stacker.news/items/656656/r/AG) by @npub1q67p49masrcjf__d7qaq6mwh0q * `05` [[SELL] Bitcoin Accepted Here – Unisex organic cotton Black T-shirt](https://stacker.news/items/666650/r/AG) by @VEINTIUNO * `06` [[FOR SALE] Playstation 2 (PS2) Games - Excellent Condition - Pay In SATS!!!](https://stacker.news/items/647968/r/AG) by @watchmancbiz * `07` [[OFFER] Happy Bitcoin Infinity Day](https://stacker.news/items/657338/r/AG) by @thebullishbitcoiner - - - ##### In case you missed Here some interesting post opening conversation and free speech: This edition winner look's @proofoftaste, with his request for help finding a way to get a local product delivered to his country. The challenge was that the producer, required an ID number on checkout! Pretty unusual... or it will be soon the norm? Thanks a lot for @supratic for being so active in the territory and sharing so many topics and articles about commerce and law, basically giving us a hit on how the world is currently ruled, pretty fascinating! * `01` [Can someone in Italy help me get my favourite sauce to Germany?](https://stacker.news/items/644918/r/AG) by @proofoftaste * `02` [The History of Banking – Ernest Rauthschild](https://stacker.news/items/643333/r/AG) by @supratic * `03` [10 Hidden Rules of Commerce](https://stacker.news/items/654215/r/AG) by @supratic * `04` [How to Start Your Own Micronation](https://stacker.news/items/647294/r/AG) by @supratic * `05` [Understanding the One People's Public Trust: A Beginner's Guide to the OPPT(https://stacker.news/items/641554/r/AG) by @supratic * `06` [A Bank Whistleblower called me...](https://stacker.news/items/646118/r/AG) by @supratic * `07` [One Stupid Fu*K 🥒 Contract Killer Course 2.0 - Brandon Joe Williams](https://stacker.news/items/675943/r/AG) by @02a0eb55b5 - - - ##### 🏷️ Spending Sunday is back! https://stacker.news/items/653241/r/AG
 Share your most recent Bitcoin purchases of just check what other stackers are buying with their sats! - - - ##### Just a reminder for you all To incentivize more conversation and a more _libre_ mindset, we decided to adopt the zapshare approach, so we'll split the rewards of this TM7 to the best contributors plus zaps to the posts that offer much PoW when posting. - - - ### Create your Ads now!  This territory aims to connect stackers and curious buyers online and IRL for exclusive P2P Bitcoin deals. Have fun checking what else stackers are shilling globally in the ~AGORA. This is a great time for you to make some space un-dusting some stuff that has been sitting there for too long and get some sats for it! Let's start something new? Hit one of the links below to free your mind: * [💬 TOPIC](https://stacker.news/~AGORA/post?type=discussion) for conversation, * [\[⚖️ SELL\]](https://w3.do/b_v2wutP) anything! or, * if you're looking for something, hit the [\[🛒 BUY\]](https://w3.do/zvixtuSh)! * [\[🧑‍💻 HIRE\]](https://w3.do/_j0kpVsi) any bitcoiner skill or stuff from bitcoiners * [\[🖇 OFFER\]](https://w3.do/EfWF8yDL) any product or service and stack more sats * [\[🧑‍⚖️ AUCTION\]](https://w3.do/sbbCjZ0e) to let stackers decide a fair price for your item * [\[🤝 SWAP\]](https://w3.do/V_iP4lY5) if you're looking to exchange anything with anything else * [\[🆓 FREE\]](https://w3.do/DdVEE1ME) your space, make a gift! * [\[⭐ REVIEW\]](https://w3.do/CAZ5JxCk) any bitcoin product or LN service you recently bought or subscribed to - - - Or contact @AGORA team on [nostr DM](https://iris.to/agora_sn) and we'll help you publish a personalized post. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/676777

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Let's hear some of your latest Bitcoin purchases, feel free to include links to the shops or merchants you bought from too. If you missed our last thread, [here](https://stacker.news/items/668607/r/AG) are some of the items stackers recently spent their sats on. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/676757

@ c6f7077f:ad5d48fd

***“The more you learn about something, the more you realize you know nothing.”*** This saying resonates deeply with me. The truth is, **no one really has all the big answers**. Many in the scientific community seem to pretend they do. Let’s explore this further. #### ***Consider the Most Fundamental Questions*** 1. **The Origin of the Universe** 2. **The Origin of Life on Earth** #### ***The Origin of the Universe*** You might think we have a solid answer: **the Big Bang**. However, this explanation has its limitations, and calling it a “start” can be misleading. In fact, this theory might be entirely wrong. New research challenges the Big Bang theory, and I highly recommend listening to **Sir Roger Penrose** for a deeper understanding. The only substantial evidence we have is the universe's expansion. Penrose proposes a different hypothesis: **the endless expansion and contraction of the universe**. This idea doesn’t contradict our current understanding. Thus, the evidence for the Big Bang and Penrose’s theory are both radically different, yet **neither can be definitively proven** over the other. This highlights the **limitations of our current understanding**. #### ***The Origin of Life on Earth*** The origin of life is even more complex. Life requires three essential components: - **Proteins** for basic functioning - **RNA** for storing and replicating genes - **Lipids** (cell walls) to create separation from the environment Mathematical models suggest that while proteins and lipids have a reasonable probability of forming, the creation of RNA seems nearly impossible through random mutations in a short time frame. The best explanations indicate that we either lack crucial information or that these RNA molecules—and life as a whole—might have come from **outside sources**. Some scholars even question the entire **random mutation model**. #### ***The Question of Certainty*** If scientists don’t know the answers, **why do they pretend they do?** In my humble opinion, **It seems they do this to distance science from religion and to close the discussion before the wealthiest can fit God into the narrative,** Interestingly, I’m not alone in believing they closed the books too early. #### ***Reclaiming Control of Science and Education*** The best way to reclaim control of science and education is to **learn**. If you’re looking for a starting point, I highly recommend: - **“A Brief History of Time”** by **Stephen Hawking** for physics - **“Sapiens”** or **“The Selfish Gene”** for evolutionary biology All three are excellent starting points—densely packed with information and covering a wide range of topics in a concise and accessible manner.

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With all five of my football drafts/auctions in the books, here's the portfolio I've amassed for 2024, not including the RotoWire Dynasty League: **Links**: [BCL1](https://www.realmansports.com/p/beat-chris-liss-1-344), [BCL2](https://www.realmansports.com/p/beat-chris-liss-2-77e?utm_source=publication-search), [BCL3](https://www.realmansports.com/p/beat-chris-liss-3-062), [Steak League](https://www.realmansports.com/p/steak-league-879), [Primetime](https://www.realmansports.com/p/nffc-primetime-fa7)  **Players in whom I have the most shares:** **QB**: Justin Fields (4), CJ Stroud (2), Anthony Richardson (2), Tua Tagovailoa (2) **RB**: Jonathan Brooks (2), Brian Robinson (2), Jerome Ford (2), Jordan Mason (2), JK Dobbins (2), Khalil Herbert (2), Dalvin Cook (2) **WR:** Stefon Diggs (5), Ja’Marr Chase (3), Rashid Shaheed (3), Ladd McConkey (2), Roman Wilson (2) **TE:** Jonnu Smith (3) **K**: Younghoe Koo (3), Harrison Butker (2) **D:** Giants (4) **Notes:** Obviously, I thought Stefon Diggs was mispriced, though I only had to pay close to what I thought he was worth in the [Primetime](https://www.realmansports.com/p/nffc-primetime-fa7) — in the rest of the leagues he fell to me at ADP or below. He and Ja’Marr Chase are massively important to me this year, and to a lesser extent CJ Stroud. I also have Justin Fields and the Giants defense everywhere, but both were essentially free, and I could swap them out without issue. I also have a lot of Younghoe Koo, but he too could obviously be swapped out. I like having a couple key players to build around rather than five disparate teams. Of course if Diggs gets hurt or turns out to be washed up, it’ll be rough, but in some ways it’s like the old days where you had only one team, and you had to live and die with it. **Prominent Players I Don't Have (bold is by choice):** Bijan Robinson, Tyreek Hill, Breece Hall, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Justin Jefferson, Garrett Wilson, A.J. Brown, Jonathan Taylor, Puka Nacua, **Davante Adams**, **Saquon Barkley**, Chris Olave, Rashee Rice, **Kyren Williams**, Travis Etienne, Cooper Kupp, Isiah Pacheco, **Michael Pittman**, **Nico Collins**, **DK Metcalf**, **Mike Evans**, **Deebo Samuel, Josh Allen,** DJ Moore, Brandon Aiyuk, Derrick Henry, Zay Flowers, **James Cook**, Terry McLaurin, Kenneth Walker, **Xavier Worthy**, Amari Cooper, Josh Jacobs, Trey McBride, **George Pickens**, Lamar Jackson, **Christian Kirk**, Tee Higgins, **Calvin Ridley**, **Rachaad White,** Jayden Reed, Diontae Johnson, **Travis Kelce**, **Joe Mixon**, **Alvin Kamara**, Christian Watson, **Jalen Hurts**, Aaron Jones, Patrick Mahomes, David Montgomery, **Zamir White, Keenan Allen,** Kyle Pitts, **D’Andre Swift**, George Kittle **Past Portfolios:** [**2023**](https://www.realmansports.com/p/my-portfolio-ef6?utm_source=publication-search)**, [2022](https://www.realmansports.com/p/my-portfolio?utm_source=%2Fsearch%2Fmy%2520portfolio&utm_medium=reader2), [2021](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article/nfl-chris-lissrsquo-portfolio-58839), [2020](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article.php?id=52704)[, 2019](https://www.rotowire.com/blog/post.php?id=29428), [2018](https://www.rotowire.com/blog/post.php?id=26158), [2017](https://www.rotowire.com/blog/post.php?id=23069), [2016](https://www.rotowire.com/blog/post.php?id=13592), [2015](https://www.rotowire.com/blog/post.php?id=8991)**

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I submitted my five picks for the Circa Millions contest today. I think it’s $6M in total prizes. I want to put a disclaimer here: I’m putting these behind a paywall not because you should pay for these picks — never pay for anyone’s picks. If the picks were that good, whoever was making them could just print money and wouldn’t need yours. If you want to subscribe in earnest, do so because you’re interested to see who I chose and read the reasoning, not because you (erroneously) think it’s the way to get some easy winners. Or if you want to support my substack generally because you think it adds value to you. Those are fine reasons to subscribe, but doing so because you think copying my picks will make you money is dumb. Okay that out of the way, here are the picks:  **Dolphins -3.5 vs Jaguars** — I like taking the Dolphins in early September, it’s hot and humid there, difficult for opposing teams to adjust to it. It’s like Lambeau Field in December, only in reverse. Moreover, the Dolphins are a veteran offense that’s played together for years, while the Jaguars are working in two new receivers. **Falcons -3.5 vs Steelers** — Justin Fields is probably an upgrade over Russell Wilson at this point, but he’s haphazard and will have to learn the players and offense on the fly. The Falcons have a new QB too, but he’s an old pro, has better weapons and a better offensive line. **Giants +1 vs Vikings** — The Giants have three Pro-Bowl level pass rushers, finally have a playmaking receiver and upgraded their offensive line this offseason. And yet despite facing Sam Darnold at home, they’re still getting a point. **Cardinals +6.5 at Bills** — Kyler Murray is now another year removed from knee surgery, should be his usual spry self, and Marvin Harrison adds another dimension to the offense it sorely needed. The Bills will move the ball, but I think Arizona will hang with them and keep it close enough. **Browns -2 vs Cowboys** — The Browns should be able to run the ball and keep the Dallas pass rush off Deshaun Watson, while Dallas’ offensive line has slipped a bit, and the Browns defense was No. 1 against the pass last year. Dak Prescott also has big home/road splits.

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This is my main event for fantasy football, the $1700 buy-in NFFC Primetime. I wound up picking 11th (I had the fourth to last choice), and while in retrospect maybe I should have opted for ninth or 10th, I wanted to get a share of Jahmyr Gibbs which is why I chose that slot. I also ran through some scenarios beforehand — what if Ja’Marr Chase (still not signed) falls — do I take him in a fourth league? But as you’ll see, the first round was complete chalk, and no windfalls whatsoever fell to me. But I had a plan for that, and I more or less executed it. Without further ado, here are the results: <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/4bbf1f4369c4eea958b04922892f9c485dcbce7d68f011e55c11997f05ae6006.png"> **1.11 Jahmyr Gibbs** — This was the most likely scenario, and it took me about two seconds to make the pick once the top three backs and seven receivers were gone. If Gibbs (who is not on the injury report) hadn’t had a hamstring injury in camp, I’d have him close to the middle of the round rather than the end. Let’s hope he doesn’t aggravate it. **2.2 Marvin Harrison** — I would have taken either Puka Nacua or Jonathan Taylor, but no breaks here either. Both went at the turn, and I knew I was taking a receiver. Starting RB-WR is the easiest build, in my opinion, but Harrison was kind of an agnostic pick. I had considered Rashee Rice, but as Alan Seslowsky pointed out, while his suspension for hit and run might not kick in until after the season (when the legal process has run its course), that could be pushed up if his lawyers negotiate a plea. Between that an the presence of so many options for the Chiefs, I went Harrison over him narrowly. But it was a close call. **3.2 Stefon Diggs** — I missed Malik Nabers, Cooper Kupp, (maybe Jaylen Waddle) and De’Von Achane who went with the four consecutive picks ahead of me, so it was Diggs, Nico Collins (his teammate who has a higher ADP), DeVonta Smith or (maybe) Derrick Henry. I went Diggs who I had personally ranked the highest, wouldn’t make it back to me, who I have in every league and was part of my “unfriendly” draft plan, i.e., the Plan B I had talked about. **4.11 Tank Dell** — He’s too small to hold up, but whenever he played he produced, and he gives me a bit of a Diggs hedge. I also wanted Trey McBride on this turn (as I had Marvin Harrison and could have drafted Kyler Murray — who I love this year — later), but he went on the turn. I thought about taking McBride first, but they were side by side in ADP, and my Plan B was to stack Texans, so I went Dell and took a chance. **5.2 Chris Godwin** — This was the one pick I kind of regret (though it’s debatable.) I like Jayden Reed a lot, but he was half a round lower per ADP, and there was *some* chance I could get him on the way back. I had Godwin everywhere last year, and he was a disappointment, but apparently he’s healthier now and is going back to the slot full time where he excels. **6.11 Jaxon Smith-Njigba** — The other pivot off Godwin was JSN, and sure enough he made it back all the way, though he starts off as my first bench player. That’s okay though — you need at least five viable receivers throughout the year, and I didn’t have to take C.J. Stroud because if the guy at the turn took him, I would just pivot to the Kyler Murray/Harrison stack. **7.2 C.J. Stroud** — He was there, and I executed Plan B. Yes, I have a weak first three rounds by ADP, but I have Gibbs, Harrison and a big piece of the Texans passing game which I think will lead the NFL in yardage. **8.11 Jaylen Warren** — I needed a second back, and Warren is one. He’s a good pass catcher and should see half the snaps in Pittsburgh. **9.2 Brian Robinson** — I like Robinson as a player, he’s the undisputed early-down option on what should be a better offense. (Think Ricky Pearsall, but at RB.) Too soon? Austin Ekeler will obviously see the passing-down work unless he proves totally washed up. The Robinson pick cost me David Njoku and Brock Bowers unfortunately, which was a gamble I knew I was making. **10.11 Jordan Mason** — At 29 and playing into the Super Bowl, Christian McCalfinjury was already a risk, and that he’s “expected” to play Monday night rather than 100 percent fine is worrying. Mason could be a league winner if McCaffrey goes down. **11.2 J.K. Dobbins** — The Mason pick cost me Jaleel McLaughlin, so I pivoted to Dobbins who still has a high ceiling if he can ever stay healthy. **12.11 Dallas Goedert** — Tight ends had flown off the board, but I was happy to get Goedert who has been valuable on a per-game basis the last couple years and is still just 29 which is late prime for the position. **13.2 Dalton Schultz** — Why not stack it even harder? The Texans could throw for 5,000-plus yards, and I have three of the four top targets and the QB. **14.11 Andrei Iosivas** — He’s gotten a lot of buzz in camp, seems like the No. 3 receiver right now, Tee Higgins is hurt and Ja’Marr Chase is still unsigned. **15.2 Cam Akers** — The Iosivas pick cost me Jalen McMillan who would have served as Godwin insurance, but Akers could easily take an aging Joe Mixon’s job. Maybe it’s too much Houston, but if it’s a top-three offense, I’m good with it. **16.11 Justin Fields** — The backup QBs had flown off the board, and Fields has too much upside to pass up. Plus he might even start Week 1 with Russell Wilson already hurt, and if he plays well, he might never look back. **17.2 Harrison Butker** — It’s either the based af kicker or a Younghoe for me. Plus he locked in a decent Week 1. **18.11 Dalvin Cook** — He had only 67 carries last year for a bad Jets offense. What if he isn’t as washed up as we think? He could easily win that job over Zeke Elliott and Rico Dowdle. **19.2 Jonnu Smith** — TE is my weakest position, so I took another upside gamble. What if he’s the Dolphins third target? **20.11 Giants Defense** — I think I took them in all four NFFC leagues. They get the Darnold Vikings at home and then Jayden Daniels in his second career start. And they have three Pro Bowl level pass rushers. **Roster By Position** **QB** CJ Stroud **RB** Jahmyr Gibbs/Jaylen Warren **WR** Marvin Harrison/Stefon Diggs/Tank Dell **TE** Dallas Goedert **FLEX** Chris Godwin **K** Harrison Butker **D** Giants **B** Jaxon Smith-Njigba/Brian Robinson/Jordan Mason/JK Dobbins/Dalton Schultz/Andrei Iosivas/Cam Akers/Justin Fields/Dalvin Cook/Jonnu Smith

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Unfortunately, I didn’t have a ton of action in this game. I had the Packers with the points and am now 0-2 to start the week in my home picking pool. I had Xavier McKinney in the [Steak League](https://www.realmansports.com/p/steak-league-879?utm_source=publication-search) which was nice as like Roquan Smith he too started the year with a pick. But I was missing the principal scorers namely Saquon Barkley (maybe I let the nerds talk me out of him, as I had him [ranked highly initially](https://www.realmansports.com/p/running-back-rankings?utm_source=publication-search)) and Jayden Reed. Barkley I’m okay with because the potential for Jalen Hurts TDs was something I hadn’t initially considered, but Reed was a major error and in fact I passed on him for freaking Chris Godwin in my [Primetime last night](https://www.realmansports.com/p/nffc-primetime-fa7?utm_source=publication-search)! I had even argued with Alan Seslowsky that Reed was the [obvious choice](https://www.realmansports.com/p/week-1) among the Packers receivers. So seeing him go off (and he should have had a third TD, but it was called back due to something I’ve never seen before (both teams having 12 men on the field) was painful. Godwin is almost sure to have a terrible season now just to hammer home the lesson for me: Don’t worry about 10 spots of ADP, take the fucking guy you like. Stop listening to the consensus when you have a real lean. I don’t know how many times I need to learn this lesson, but apparently at least one more! - Reed looked like the most electrifying receiver on the field for the Packers. He had only six targets, not including the TD called back due to the penalties, but it’s obvious he’ll get more, and the handoff he took 33-yards to the house will incentivize them to do that again too. Year 2 after the surprisingly strong Year 1. He belongs in the second round now, along with Rashee Rice. - Christian Watson caught a TD and will be involved, but as great an athlete as he is he doesn’t have Reed’s football skills. Romeo Doubs is just a guy, but he’s reliable, and Dontayvion Wicks had a rough game — he’s an easy cut for me. - Jordan Love didn’t scramble much, and the Packers settled for a ton of field goals, but he looked okay. I think once they give Reed his 10 targets, Love will have his expected numbers. *(Just read on RotoWire that Love left the game for the last two plays with an unspecified leg injury, something not apparent on the 40-minute edited version. I thought they brought Malik Willis to throw a Hail Mary!* *Obviously, if he’s out for any length of time, all bets are off for the Packers receivers.)* - Josh Jacobs got stuffed in short yardage early, fumbled (though the Packers recovered), but ran well and hard late and even caught two passes. I have zero shares, but he looks like a fine pick for the late-third/early fourth. His backup Emanuel Wilson looked pretty spry too. Marshawn Lloyd is a cut now too in most formats. - Brayden Narveson missed a key kick off the post, but got a lot of attempts. He seems to have landed in the right place for a big season. - Jalen Hurts was a bit sloppy with two picks and a lost fumble, never got going on the ground (seemed like the Packers were really dedicated to taking that away), and the ass-smash didn’t work as well without Jason Kelce. But his receivers are so good, and Saquon Barkley is a big upgrade too. I would downgrade him a little though as his rushing TD projection maybe went from 10 to seven. - AJ Brown didn’t even look like he was running fast as he easily scored a 67-yard TD past the Packers defense. DeVonta Smith seemed to line up more in the slot and was automatic on key third-downs. There was no third receiver of which to speak, and even Dallas Goedert saw only five targets. - Barkley looked great, both on his TD catch, and as a rusher. As I said I don’t have any shares despite being high on him initially, but I love Barkley as a player (and bitcoiner!), and still kind of root for him. I hope he smashes this year.

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## Introduction The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) began as a pandemic in the 1980s. In its early days, it was seen as a certain death sentence, a taboo associated with marginalized groups, and it highlighted the failures of poverty in accessing healthcare. Gradually, the struggle for life and the suffering of those who are no longer with us, including both famous and anonymous individuals, became visible. Today, 40 years later, HIV is presented as a chronic disease with effective treatment. **Patients living with HIV who receive appropriate treatment have no detectable virus in their circulating blood, enjoy a good quality of life, and are more concerned about other aspects of their health during medical consultations, almost forgetting their condition.** For these patients, daily treatment is the cure, similar to someone taking a pill every day for high blood pressure or diabetes. ## The Global Impact HIV is a lentivirus, a subgroup of retroviruses composed of RNA. The natural history of HIV infection involves an attack on the immune system, particularly targeting CD4 cells, where chronic deterioration can lead to the acquisition of infectious and oncological diseases that may be fatal over the years, resulting in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Interestingly, there is a small group of people known as "elite controllers" who manage to control HIV infection without treatment and remain healthy for much of their lives, despite having a hidden deep viral reservoir. The primary modes of transmission are sexual, followed by blood and vertical transmission from mother to child, with the first mode predominating today. Today, in the downward trend of the HIV epidemic, **it is estimated that 39 million people are living with HIV worldwide.** Depending on the region, nearly half of this population belongs to at-risk groups, such as men who have sex with men (MSM), transgender individuals, sex workers, and people who inject drugs. These vulnerable groups are especially important for prevention efforts. However, little is done for prevention in the general population, which sometimes represents the other half of the cake of people living with HIV (PLWH). ## Breaking the Dogma: The Concept of Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) The introduction of highly effective antiretroviral therapy (HAART) in 1994 broke the curve of the HIV epidemic. The introduction of new medications with fewer side effects and greater effectiveness in controlling the virus has been crucial. In 2007, the launch of Raltegravir as the first viral integrase inhibitor marked a milestone in current treatments, **allowing patients to effectively control the virus within 3 to 6 months.** The positive impact of these treatments led health organizations to launch the concept of **undetectable = untransmittable (U=U)** to impact the general population and at-risk groups, updating the dogma and eradicating stigma: **a patient living with HIV who maintains an undetectable viral load in their blood through treatment will not transmit HIV sexually.** Although this concept has transformed the social dynamics and stigma surrounding the disease, adherence to treatment must be complete to achieve this new paradigm. ## Prophylaxis as a Method to Prevent HIV in Healthy Populations The correct use of condoms has been the cornerstone of HIV prevention and other sexually transmitted infections over the years. However, it is not the only tool available today and can be complemented for comprehensive sexual health. **Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)** is a novel strategy that involves administering antiretroviral medication to vulnerable groups before they are exposed to HIV (MSM, transgender individuals, sex workers, people who inject drugs). It involves taking medication daily, effectively reducing the risk of contracting HIV and providing protection to these groups. It is similar to taking a contraceptive pill daily. It has had a very positive impact on protecting these populations. In the Americas, it has been successfully implemented in the United States, Mexico, Peru, and Brazil. Other countries, although with some delay, are now implementing this strategy. **Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP),** on the other hand, is a strategy that involves administering antiretroviral treatment after a potential exposure to HIV. If the treatment is administered within the first 72 hours and maintained for 4 weeks, the chances of contracting HIV decrease substantially. Both strategies have been remarkably successful in preventing HIV in at-risk populations and healthy populations, although their dissemination and awareness remain limited. https://image.nostr.build/08682bf763ade56741d8e4c8c6d870cb8d71ab7d72c605b9aa805af2234348ff.jpg ## The New Horizon: Long-Acting Antiretrovirals, HIV Vaccines, and Promising Therapies The introduction of viral integrase inhibitors and new nucleoside analogs in the last 15 years has allowed for the availability of safe drugs with minimal side effects in the treatment of HIV, **many of which are included in a single pill regimen per day.** However, the pharmaceutical industry continues to diversify the offerings in a healthy manner. **Cabotegravir is a new long-acting integrase inhibitor that is administered via injection.** Combined with Rilpivirine, it has proven to be effective and safe in the treatment of HIV, with injections every 2 months. This has revolutionized treatment for people who are tired of taking pills daily, as well as in PrEP, where effective prevention against HIV can be achieved with injections every 2 months for at-risk groups. Additionally, **subdermal implants of Islatravir,** a new long-acting nucleoside analog, are being tested as a PrEP strategy. Similar to monthly hormonal contraceptive injections or hormonal contraceptive implants, this strategy has proven effective in at-risk groups. Regarding the **HIV vaccine,** we have been developing it for over two decades, with advances and setbacks. While vaccines have shown promising results in terms of safety and antibody generation, we still need to await conclusive phase III results demonstrating their effectiveness in at-risk groups and the general population. ## The Eradication of HIV and Patients Cured Without Treatment While current treatment allows for the elimination of HIV from the bloodstream and sexual transmission, there remains a reservoir in some deep immune cells that have been infected by the retrovirus, which contain latent HIV DNA and have the potential to reactivate if daily treatment is interrupted. However, **there are patients who have managed to eliminate HIV from their bodies, including these deep cells, and HIV is undetectable upon discontinuation of treatment.** These cases are very rare, with only 7 to 8 individuals being the subject of intensive scientific study. Among them are the "Berlin patient" of Germany and "City of Hope patient" from Argentina. Some of these cases involved patients under effective HIV treatment who underwent suppressive chemotherapy for bone marrow transplants and managed to eliminate these deep cells with latent HIV DNA. Unfortunately, this treatment is not scalable for the entire HIV-positive population, both due to its cost and potential side effects. However, **"Shock and Kill" strategies** have been proposed, aiming to use monoclonal antibodies to activate these latent cells during HIV treatment, exposing them to antiretroviral medication for elimination, thereby eradicating these small reservoirs of HIV. ## WHO Goals The World Health Organization (WHO) has established clear objectives that are constantly updated to achieve the eradication of HIV in the population. **The updated goals of the WHO propose that, to end the HIV epidemic, three objectives must be met by the year 2025-2030:** 1. 95% of people living with HIV must be diagnosed through testing. 2. 95% of diagnosed individuals must be on highly effective antiretroviral therapy (HAART). 3. 95% of those on HAART must have an undetectable viral load in their blood. Developing and underdeveloped countries currently have an effectiveness rate for these strategies that disagree significantly. https://image.nostr.build/ac6693df57aaca6dac0b06b5db9eb1a2757e7c08511edb0f11617e12653d3db5.png ## Key Takeaways * HIV has a cure, and the cure is permanent treatment. * Treatment for HIV is free and accessible to the population, as it is a public health impact disease. * A person living with HIV who receives appropriate treatment will not transmit the virus sexually, will enjoy a full life without the disease, and can have children without HIV. * In the event of a potential HIV exposure (such as unprotected sexual contact with an infrequent partner), you can go to a hospital within the first 72 hours to receive treatment that will prevent HIV infection. * Just as we witnessed the eradication of smallpox from the face of the earth in 1978 due to scientific advances, we will live to see the eradication of HIV. ## Autor **Kamo Weasel - MD Infectious Diseases - MD Internal Medicine - #DocChain Community** npub1jdvvva54m8nchh3t708pav99qk24x6rkx2sh0e7jthh0l8efzt7q9y7jlj ## Resources 1. [World Health Organization (WHO)](https://www.who.int/en/health-topics/hiv-aids#tab=tab_1) 2. [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)](https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/default.html) 3. [UNAIDS](https://www.unaids.org/en) ## Bibliography 1. The natural history of HIV infection. DOI: 10.1097/COH.0b013e328361fa66 2. Changing Knowledge and Attitudes Towards HIV Treatment-as-Prevention and "Undetectable = Untransmittable": A Systematic Review. DOI: 10.1007/s10461-021-03296-8 3. Challenges of HIV diagnosis and management in the context of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), test and start and acute HIV infection: a scoping review. DOI: 10.1002/jia2.25419 4. Long-acting cabotegravir and rilpivirine dosed every 2 months in adults with HIV-1 infection (ATLAS-2M), 48-week results: a randomised, multicentre, open-label, phase 3b, non-inferiority study. DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(20)32666-0 5. Efficacy and safety of long-acting cabotegravir compared with daily oral tenofovir disoproxil fumarate plus emtricitabine to prevent HIV infection in cisgender men and transgender women who have sex with men 1 year after study unblinding: a secondary analysis of the phase 2b and 3 HPTN 083 randomised controlled trial. DOI: 10.1016/S2352-3018(23)00261-8 6. Safety and immunogenicity of a subtype C ALVAC-HIV (vCP2438) vaccine prime plus bivalent subtype C gp120 vaccine boost adjuvanted with MF59 or alum in healthy adults without HIV (HVTN 107): A phase 1/2a randomized trial. DOI: 10.1371/journal.pmed.1004360 7. Shock and kill within the CNS: A promising HIV eradication approach?. DOI: 10.1002/JLB.5VMR0122-046RRR

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>Blaise Pascal: 'I have made this letter longer than usual, only because I have not had the time to make it shorter.' Some of you Stackers need to spend a little more time to make your posts short and sweet. Sometimes I realize a post doesn't even have a point after wasting time reading it. A long poorly written post is a waste of my time and yours too! originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/676136

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I can't stop thinking about it. When I go to clear out a cave in Skyrim I always find the troll the spider some version of some enemy with gold. I ask myself how did they get this gold.? Is there someone in the cities that goes to and fro to have commerce with underworld. If so what would this market look like. Would it be trade based or commodity based. Sometimes in these caves I can find upwards of 100 gold I can also find individuals with upwards of 20 gold on them. Assuming they live paycheck to paycheck this is a moderate size of money they're carrying around from week to week. It tells me that the trade is doing well. Am I completely psychotic for constantly thinking about this? Does anybody else thought about this or done any research or have any links that I can find? originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/673609

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JavaScript For Cats An introduction for new programmers cat So easy your human companion could do it too! JavaScript is a programming language or, in other words, a means by which a computer is instructed to do things. Just the same as one controls humans with hisses and meows, one controls computers with statements written in a programming language. All web browsers understand JavaScript and you can take advantage of that to make web pages do crazy things! JavaScript started as a way to make web pages more interactive. Nowadays JavaScript runs in more places than just web browsers — it runs on web servers, phones and even robots! This page will teach you some JavaScript basics so that you can get up and running in no time*. * Actual time: more than none. Probably an hour or two. Also since you are a cat you are less likely to run and more likely to lay around in the sun Table of contents The console Strings Values and variables Using functions Built in JS functions Download new JS functions Writing new functions Loops Arrays Objects Callbacks Recommended reading Don't be a scaredy-cat cat You will always land on your feet — even when programming! Unlike pawing over a glass of water on your laptop, nothing in these tutorials will damage your computer in any way, even if you mistype a command or click the wrong button. Like cats, computer programmers make mistakes all time: misspelling things, forgetting quotes or brackets, and being forgetful of how basic functions (and yarn, lasers) work. Programmers care more about making it work eventually rather than trying to make it work the very first time. The best way to learn is by making mistakes! So don't be a scaredy-cat! The absolute worst thing that will happen is that you might have to refresh this page in your web browser if you get stuck. Don't worry though, this will happen very rarely. # The basics There is JavaScript running on this page right now. Let's play around with it a little. For the sake of simplicity I'll assume you are using Google Chrome to read this page (if you aren't it's probably easier on both of us if you follow along with Chrome). First, right click anywhere on the screen and hit Inspect Element, then click on the Console tab. You should see a thingy that looks like this: console This is a console, otherwise known as a "command line" or "terminal". Basically it's a way to type one thing at a time into a computer and immediately get the computers answer back. They are super useful as a learning tool (I still use the console nearly every day that I'm coding). The console does some pretty cool stuff. Here I have started to type something and the console is helping me out by giving me a list of all the possible things I could continue to type! Another thing you could do is type 1 + 1 into the console and then hit the Enter key and watch what happens. Using the console is a very important part of learning JavaScript. If you don't know if something works or what the command is for something, go to the console and figure it out! Here's an example: # Strings Since I am a cat I want to replace every instance of the word dog on the Internet with those blasted dogs. First go into your console and type in a few sentences that contain the word dog at least once. In JavaScript a bunch of letters, numbers, words or anything else is known as a String (as in a string of characters). Strings have to begin AND end with a quotation mark. Single ' or double " is fine, just make sure you use the same at the beginning as you do at the end. console See the nasty error message? Don't worry - you didn't break any laws. SyntaxError ILLEGAL is just the way it sounds when robots tell you that your program has a problem. The first two sentences had matching quotation marks at the beginning and end, but when I mixed single and double quotation marks it freaked out on me. OK, to fix up one of these sentences (by replacing dog with our enhanced version) we have to first save the original sentence so that we can call it up later when we do our replacing magic. Notice how the string gets repeated in red when we type it into the console? This is because we haven't told it to save the sentence anywhere so it just gives it right back (or it gives us an Error back if we messed something up). # Values and variables Values are the simplest components in JavaScript. 1 is a value, true is a value, "hello" is a value, function() {} is a value, the list goes on! There are a handful of different types of values in JavaScript but we don't need to go over them all right away — you will learn them naturally the more you code! To store values we use things called variables. The word 'variable' means 'can change' and is used because variables can store many different types of values and can change their value many times. They are pretty much like mailboxes. We put something in a variable, like our sentence, and then give the variable an address that we can use to look up the sentence later. In real life mailboxes have to have PO Box numbers but in JavaScript you usually just use lowercase letters or numbers without any spaces. console var is shorthand for variable and the = means store the thing on the right-hand side in the thing on the left-hand side. Also as you can see, now that we are storing our sentence in a variable the console doesn't just return our sentence right away, but instead gives us undefined which means there was nothing to return. If you simply type a variable name into the console it will print out the value stored in that variable. A note about variables is that by default they go away when you switch to a different page. If I were to hit the Refresh button in Chrome, for example, my dogSentence variable would get wiped and it would be like it never existed. But don't worry about this too much for now — you can just hit the up or down arrows on your keyboard while in the console to go through everything you've entered in recently. # Functions Now that we have our sentence stored in a variable, let's change a word stored in it! We can do this by performing a function. Functions are a type of value that, well, serve a specific function (AKA purpose or action) for us. Calling them "actions" sounded weird I guess so they went with the word "function" instead. JavaScript has a function called replace that does exactly what we want! Functions take in any number of values in their parentheses (zero, one or many) and return either nothing (undefined) or the changed string. The replace function is available to use on any strings and takes in two values: the characters to take out and the characters to swap in. It gets confusing to describe these things so here is a visual example: console Notice how the value of dogSentence is the same even after we run replace on it? This is because the replace function, (and most JavaScript functions for that matter) takes the value we give it and returns a new value, without modifying the value we passed in. Since we didn't store the result (there is no = on the left side of the replace function) it just printed out the return value in our console. # The "standard library" You might be wondering what other functions are available in JavaScript. The answer: A TON. There are lots built in, standard libraries that you can learn about at MDN (A site run by Mozilla that has lotsa nifty information about web technologies). For example here is the MDN page on JavaScript's Math object. # Third-party JavaScript There is also a lot of JavaScript code available that is not built in. JavaScript from third parties is usually referred to as a "library" or "plugin". One of my favorites is called Underscore.js. Let's go and grab it and load it into our page! First go to the Underscore site, http://underscorejs.org/, click on the download link (I usually use development versions because they are easier to read but both will give you the same basic functionality), and then copy all the code onto your clipboard (you can use Select All from the Edit menu to select everything). Then paste it into your console and hit enter. Now your browser has a new variable in it: _. Underscore gives you a ton of helpful functions to play with. We'll learn more about how to use them later. console # Making new functions You aren't limited to using other peoples functions — you can also write them yourself. It's pretty easy! Let's make a function called makeMoreExciting that adds a bunch of exclamation points to the end of a string. function makeMoreExciting(string) { return string + '!!!!' } In my head I read it out loud like this: "there's a function called 'make more exciting' that takes in a string and returns a new copy of that string that has a bunch of exclamation points at the end". Here is how we would write this in the console manually if we weren't using a function: console The expression string + '!!!!' returns a new string and our variable called string stays the same as before (since we never updated it to anything else with =). Let's use our function instead of doing it manually. First, paste the function into the console and then call the function by passing in a string: console You could also call the same function by passing in a variable that points to a string (in the above example we just typed the string straight in there as a value instead of saving it to a variable first): console The line makeMoreExciting(sentence) is equivalent to saying sentence + '!!!!'. What if we wanted to modify in-place (aka update) the value of sentence? Simply save the return value of the function back into our sentence variable: var sentence = "time for a nap" sentence = makeMoreExciting(sentence) Now sentence will have the exclamation marks in it! Note that you only have to use var when you are initializing a variable — the first time you ever use it. After that you shouldn't use var unless you want to re-initialize (reset/clear/empty) the variable. What would happen if we took out the return statement in our function? console Why is sentence empty? Because functions return undefined by default! You can choose to return a value by returning something. Functions should take in a value and, if they change the value or create a new value that is supposed to be used later, return a value (fun fact: a fancy term for this style is functional programming). Here is another function that doesn't return anything but instead uses a different method to show us the output: function yellIt(string) { string = string.toUpperCase() string = makeMoreExciting(string) console.log(string) } This function, yellIt, uses our previous function makeMoreExciting as well as the built-in String method toUpperCase. Methods are just a name for a function when it belongs to something — in this case toUpperCase is a function that belongs to String so we can refer to it as either a method or a function. makeMoreExciting on the other hand doesn't belong to anyone so it would be technically incorrect to refer to it as a method (confusing, I know). The last line of the function is another built-in that simply takes in any values that you give it and prints them out into the console. console So is there something wrong with the above yellIt function? It depends! Here are the two major types of functions: functions that modify or create values and return them functions take in values and perform some action that cannot be returned console.log is an example of the second type of function: it prints things out to your console — an action that you can see with your eyes but that cannot be represented as a JavaScript value. My own rule of thumb is to try to keep the two types of functions separate from each other, so here's how I would rewrite the yellIt function: function yellIt(string) { string = string.toUpperCase() return makeMoreExciting(string) } console.log(yellIt("i fear no human")) This way yellIt becomes more generic, meaning it only does one or two simple little things and doesn't know anything about printing itself to a console — that part can always be programmed later, outside the function definition. # Loops Now that we have some basic skills under our belt (Author's note: do cats even wear belts?) we can start being lazy. What?! Yes, that's right: programming is about being lazy. Larry Wall, inventor of the Perl programming language, called laziness the most important virtue of a good programmer. If computers didn't exist you would have to do all sorts of tedious tasks by hand, but if you learn to program you can lay in the sun all day while a computer somewhere runs your programs for you. It is a glorious lifestyle filled with relaxation! Loops are one of the most important ways to harness the power of a computer. Remember Underscore.js from earlier? Make sure you have it loaded in the page (remember: you can just hit the up arrow on your keyboard a few times and then hit Enter to load it in again if you need to) and try copy/pasting this into your console: function logANumber(someNumber) { console.log(someNumber) } _.times(10, logANumber) This code uses the times method of Underscore which takes in 1 number and 1 function and then starts from 0 and for 10 steps counts up by 1, calling the function with the number each step of the way. console If we were to manually write out what times is doing in the above code it would look like this: logANumber(0) logANumber(1) logANumber(2) logANumber(3) logANumber(4) logANumber(5) logANumber(6) logANumber(7) logANumber(8) logANumber(9) But cats refuse to do unnecessary manual work like this so we must always ask ourselves, "am I doing this in the laziest way possible?". So why is this called looping? Think of it like this: If we were to write out a list of 10 numbers (from 0 to 9) using a JavaScript Array it would look like this: var zeroThroughTen = [0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9] What times really does is visit each number and repeat a task: in the example above the task was to call the logANumber function with the current number. Repeating tasks in this way is referred to as looping over the Array. # Arrays I've mentioned these a few times but let's spend a minute learning about them. Imagine you need to keep track of all your buddies. Well, an Array will do just fine. Think of an Array like a sorted list that you can keep tons of stuff in. This is how you make one: var myCatFriends = ["bill", "tabby", "ceiling"] Sweet! Now you have a list of your cat buddies. Elements (that is what you call a single item in an array) that are stored within arrays start at 0 and count up from there. So myCatFriends[0] returns bill and myCatFriends[1] returns tabby... etc etc. To get buddies out of your brand new Array you can just access an element directly like so: console.log(myCatFriends[0]) console If you made a brand new cat friend at the hippest cat club the other night and you want to add them to your list it is super simple: myCatFriends.push("super hip cat"). To check that the new cat made it into your array you can use .length: console Notice how push returned the length? Handy! Also take note that arrays will always preserve ordering which means they will remember the order in which you added or defined things. Not everything in JavaScript preserves ordering so remember this special property of Arrays! # Objects Arrays are good for lists, but for other tasks they can be hard to work with. Consider our array of cat friends. What if you also wanted to store more than just names? var myCatFriends = ["bill", "tabby", "ceiling"] var lastNames = ["the cat", "cat", "cat"] var addresses = ["The Alley", "Grandmas House", "Attic"] Sometimes it is nice to have all of the addresses or names in one variable. But sometimes you have a cat in mind, let's say Bill, and you just want to look up that cat's address. With arrays it takes a lot of work because you can't just say 'hey array, give me Bill's address' because 'Bill' is in one array and his address is in a totally different array. console This can be brittle because if our arrays change and we add a new cat to the beginning we would have to also update our billsPosition variable to point to the new location of Bill's information in the arrays! Here is a easier to maintain way to store information like this using objects: var firstCat = { name: "bill", lastName: "the cat", address: "The Alley" } var secondCat = { name: "tabby", lastName: "cat", address: "Grandmas House" } var thirdCat = { name: "ceiling", lastName: "cat", address: "Attic" } Why would we do it this way? Because now we have a variable for each cat that we can use to get that cats values in a more convenient and readable way. console You can think of Objects like keys on a keyring. Each one is for a specific door and if you have nice labels on your keys you can open doors very fast. In fact, the things on the left hand side of the : are called keys (are also known as properties) and the things on the right hand side are values. // an object with a single key 'name' and single value 'bill' { name: 'bill' } So why would you ever use arrays if you can just put your data in objects? Because objects don't remember the order of the keys that you set. You might enter in an object like this: { date: "10/20/2012", diary: "slept a bit today", name: "Charles" } But the computer could give it back to you like this: { diary: "slept a bit today", name: "Charles", date: "10/20/2012" } Or like this! { name: "Charles", diary: "slept a bit today", date: "10/20/2012" } So you can't ever trust the order of keys in objects. If you wanna get REALLY fancy you can make an array filled with objects, or an object filled with arrays! var moodLog = [ { date: "10/20/2012", mood: "catnipped" }, { date: "10/21/2012", mood: "nonplussed" }, { date: "10/22/2012", mood: "purring" } ] // ordered from least to most favorite var favorites = { treats: ["bird sighting", "belly rub", "catnip"], napSpots: ["couch", "planter box", "human face"] } When you combine different things like this you are making data structures, just like legos! # Callbacks Callbacks aren't really a feature of JavaScript like Object or Array, but instead just a certain way to use functions. To understand why callbacks are useful you first have to learn about asynchronous (often shortened to async) programming. Asynchronous code by definition is code written in a way that is not synchronous. Synchronous code is easy to understand and write. Here is an example to illustrate: var photo = download('http://foo-chan.com/images/sp.jpg') uploadPhotoTweet(photo, '@maxogden') This synchronous pseudo-code downloads an adorable cat photo and then uploads the photo to twitter and tweets the photo at @maxogden. Pretty straightforward! (Author's note: I @maxogden do happily accept random cat photo tweets) This code is synchronous because in order for photo to get uploaded to the tweet, the photo download must be completed. This means that line 2 cannot run until the task on line 1 is totally finished. If we were to actually implement this pseudo-code we would want to make sure that download 'blocked' execution until the download was finished, meaning it would prevent any other JavaScript from being executed until it finished, and then when the download completes it would un-block the JavaScript execution and line 2 would execute. Synchronous code is fine for things that happen fast, but it's horrible for things that require saving, loading, downloading or uploading. What if the server you're downloading the photo from is slow, or the internet connection you are using is slow, or the computer you are running the code on has too many youtube cat video tabs open and is running slowly? It means that it could potentially take minutes of waiting before line 2 gets around to running. Meanwhile, because all JavaScript on the page is being blocked from being run while the download is happening, the webpage would totally freeze up and become unresponsive until the download is done. Blocking execution should be avoided at all costs, especially when doing so makes your program freeze up or become unresponsive. Let's assume the photo above takes one second to download. To illustrate how long one second is to a modern computer, here is a program that tests to see how many tasks JavaScript can process in one second. function measureLoopSpeed() { var count = 0 function addOne() { count = count + 1 } // Date.now() returns a big number representing the number of // milliseconds that have elapsed since Jan 01 1970 var now = Date.now() // Loop until Date.now() is 1000 milliseconds (1 second) or more into // the future from when we started looping. On each loop, call addOne while (Date.now() - now < 1000) addOne() // Finally it has been >= 1000ms, so let's print out our total count console.log(count) } measureLoopSpeed() Copy-paste the above code into your JavaScript console and after one second it should print out a number. On my computer I got 8527360, approximately 8.5 million. In one second JavaScript can call the addOne function 8.5 million times! So if you have synchronous code for downloading a photo, and the photo download takes one second, it means you are potentially preventing 8.5 million operations from happening while JavaScript execution is blocked. Some languages have a function called sleep that blocks execution for some number of seconds. For example here is some bash code running in Terminal.app on Mac OS that uses sleep. When you run the command sleep 3 && echo 'done sleeping now' it blocks for 3 seconds before printing out done sleeping now. console JavaScript doesn't have a sleep function. Since you are a cat you are probably asking yourself, "Why am I learning a programming language that does not involve sleeping?". But stay with me. Instead of relying on sleep to wait for things to happen the design of JavaScript encourages use of functions instead. If you have to wait for task A to finish before doing task B, you put all of the code for task B into a function and you only call that function when A is done. For example, this is blocking-style code: a() b() And this is in a non-blocking style: a(b) In the non-blocking version b is a callback to a. In the blocking version a and b are both called/invoked (they both have () after them which executes the functions immediately). In the non-blocking version you will notice that only a gets invoked, and b is simply passed in to a as an argument. In the blocking version, there is no explicit relationship between a and b. In the non-blocking version it becomes a's job to do what it needs to do and then call b when it is done. Using functions in this way is called callbacks because your callback function, in this case b, gets called later on when a is all done. Here is a pseudocode implementation of what a might look like: function a(done) { download('https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B4DDWBrCEAA8u4O.jpg:large', function doneDownloading(error, png) { // handle error if there was one if (err) console.log('uh-oh!', error) // call done when you are all done done() }) } Think back to our non-blocking example, a(b), where we call a and pass in b as the first argument. In the function definition for a above the done argument is our b function that we pass in. This behavior is something that is hard to wrap your head around at first. When you call a function, the arguments you pass in won't have the same variable names when they are in the function. In this case what we call b is called done inside the function. But b and done are just variable names that point to the same underlying function. Usually callback functions are labelled something like done or callback to make it clear that they are functions that should be called when the current function is done. So, as long as a does it's job and called b when it is done, both a and b get called in both the non-blocking and blocking versions. The difference is that in the non-blocking version we don't have to halt execution of JavaScript. In general non-blocking style is where you write every function so that it can return as soon as possible, without ever blocking. To drive the point home even further: If a takes one second to complete, and you use the blocking version, it means you can only do one thing. If you use the non-blocking version (aka use callbacks) you can do literally millions of other things in that same second, which means you can finish your work millions of times faster and sleep the rest of the day. Remember: programming is all about laziness and you should be the one sleeping, not your computer. Hopefully you can see now that callbacks are just functions that call other functions after some asynchronous task. Common examples of asynchronous tasks are things like reading a photo, downloading a song, uploading a picture, talking to a database, waiting for a user to hit a key or click on someone, etc. Anything that takes time. JavaScript is really great at handling asynchronous tasks like these as long as you take the time to learn how to use callbacks and keep your JavaScript from being blocked. The end! This is just the beginning of your relationship with JavaScript! You can't learn it all at once, but you should find what works for you and try to learn all of the concepts here. I'd recommend coming back again tomorrow and going through the entire thing again from the beginning! It might take a few times through before you get everything (programming is hard). Just try to avoid reading this page in any rooms that contain shiny objects . . . they can be incredibly distracting. Got another topic you wanna see covered? Open an issue for it on github. # Recommended reading JavaScript For Cats skips over lots of details that aren't important for getting started (cats are not known for their attention spans), but if you feel like you need to dive in deeper then check these out: NodeSchool.io is a community driven, open source educational software that teaches various web development skills in an interactive, self-guided format. I helped make NodeSchool! Sadly it features fewer cats than this page. Eloquent Javascript is a free book that teaches you JavaScript! It's pretty good! Especially the chapter on values, variables, and control flow Mozilla's JavaScript Guide also has a pretty sweet intro chapter called values, variables and literals standard JS Style Guide is a "zero configuration" linter for JS style that I use Let's Write Code by @shama a great series of YouTube coding tutorials made by a friend of mine # Satisfied customers satisfied customer satisfied customer satisfied customer satisfied customer satisfied customer JSForCats.com is a labor of love and work in progress by @maxogden. If you would like to contribute and make this tutorial better there is a Github repo right over here. console

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I had the pleasure of sitting back down with Will Reeves, Founder and CEO of Fold, on TFTC last week to discuss Fold's journey from a startup to (soon to be) a publicly listed company. I particularly liked this conversation because it was a great lens into the grit it takes to run a successful bitcoin company. https://fountain.fm/episode/1FrspxmpK5bsoReGx73n Building a successful company is extremely hard in its own right. Building a successful bitcoin company is significantly harder considering the fact that you're building a company in parallel with a nascent and volatile monetary asset that is monetizing in real time. Bitcoin adoption comes in waves. People flood in when the price is ripping and fade out when the price corrects and goes into a multi-year bear market before the tide comes back in. This means that your potential user base is expanding and contracting more than it would be in other industries. As a company you need to be able to absorb the incoming waves of new adopters and then capture and retain the users who stick around for the bear market. To do this correctly, a founder and their team needs to thread many needles. First, can you assemble a team that can actually build something? Second, can you bring a product to market that people actually use because it provides value to them? Third, can you stick out against the crowd? So on and so forth. One of the most important aspects of building a bitcoin company during bitcoin's monetization phase is timing. There are many great ideas that people have in terms of companies, products and tools that can built using bitcoin. There are sci-fi futures that can be built today on bitcoin if people really wanted to. The problem that arises is that adoption and understanding of bitcoin are at a point where, even though a functional product could be brought to market, it won't be adopted by a large number of people because there 1.) aren't enough people who would understand how to use it and 2.) for the people who do understand how to use it and could benefit from it, the universe of people they can interact with using that product is minuscule. Timing is everything. And I think Fold nailed the timing of their product. Allowing people to passively stack sats by offering a product that enables them to go about their daily spending and get sats back instead of cash back rewards is a great first-touch bitcoin experience. Once Fold found their sticky user base and perfected their sats back experience, they began expanding their product offering to provide their users with more bitcoin services. Buy/sell bitcoin in-app, bill pay for sats back, and more. They'll eventually roll out a credit card and additional financial services. Start simple, provide something of value, nail the timing and then expand from there. That seems to be the recipe. For any founders in the space reading this, I highly recommend you listen to the episode. Particularly for the advice Will gives about knowing when to sprint on product and when to lean into growth. Bear markets are for building and bull markets are for casting the widest net possible and capturing as many new users as possible. At Ten31 we are extremely proud to back Fold and a number of other companies in the bitcoin space that understand the intricacies described above. We work with some of the best founders in the world. Founders who know how to eat glass with the best of them. Bitcoin can be a cruel mistress and no one knows that more intimately than the founders building bitcoin companies. --- Final thought... The NFL having a week 1 game in Brazil should get Roger Godell fired. Enjoy your weekend, freaks.

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The founder of Telegram has just been arrested in France. Charges include lack of cooperation with law enforcement, drug trafficking and fraud. Aside from Telegram, social media is controlled by two billionaires who decide what you say, are themselves controlled by overbearing governments and make money through advertising and selling your personal data. There is a different way. NOSTR stands for Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted on Relays and it is a social media protocol in the same way http is a web protocol. The protocol is open and anybody can build upon it. It has some fundamental concepts that are very different to existing social media platforms. Firstly it is decentralised, it runs across relays and anybody can run a relay. They can be open or closed, public or private, free or paid. Secondly as a user, you don’t have an account, you have a private key which is used to secure your data. Your profile (account) is yours, you own and control it using your private keys and verified by others with your public key. Your posts are yours and you can store them on your own relay in your own home or business or you can rely on free public relays or more feature rich paid public relays. All your public data is signed by your private keys to verify it is you that owns it and all your private data is encrypted so nobody can read it. Messages (i.e. think NOSTR WhatsApp) are encrypted with your private keys so NOBODY can hack it or listen in, not even the NSA through a companies backdoor. You message other users privately by encrypting messages to them using their public key, which they decrypt using their private key. Relays store your data in a decentralised network of private and public relays and you discover relays automatically when searching for people or content. Data is normally sent on the clearnet, but can be relayed across the darknet (Tor) in highly censored regions. Because it is built using Bitcoin principles and technology, so it has Bitcoin money built in, meaning you actually send / receive money from / to any participant. As money is built in, the commercial options are different to centralised corporate owned platforms. It would be technically possible to build a platform that supports advertising, however that hasn’t really happened because influencers can be paid directly from their audience in many different ways. Ad hoc tips, subscriptions, pay to view or pay per time models. The great thing for content creators is that they control, own and keep all the money they make. There is no third party intermediary or merchant deciding whether they are allowed to be paid or not. NOSTR is censorship resistant, as there is no way to stop anybody publishing anything they want, in the same way nobody can stop or interfere with a Bitcoin payment. From an end users point of view, if they want to self censor, they can do this in multiple ways. You can mute users individually, or you can choose to use relays that adhere to your views or interests, so if you don’t want to see certain categories of content, you would avoid relays that carry those feeds. You can even run your own relay and curate content that you then charge other like minded users to connect to. You can of course connect to multiple relays for multiple different type of feed. While NOSTR is a protocol, platforms have to be built to use it, so the first platforms were twitter like clients and they are still very prevalent. However, NOSTR now has clients that emulate most social media platforms, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Soundcloud, WhatsApp etc. They are even creating their own categories as well as emulating other functions such as Office Suite tools, collaborative calendars, contact lists or e-commerce shops. If you want to give it a go, the easiest, but not the best, way to get started is download Primal on your phone from here: https://primal.net/downloads It will create a private key for you and setup a Bitcoin wallet. Once you have done this you can visit me here: nostr:npub1aqakd28d95muqlg6h6nwrvqq5925n354prayckr424k49vzjds4s0c237n If you want to see a small part of the ecosystem, then visit https://www.nostrapps.com/ where volunteers are listing some of the many apps that exist already. NOSTR is being backed by Jack Dorsey, Twitter founder, and you can see his account here: nostr:npub1sg6plzptd64u62a878hep2kev88swjh3tw00gjsfl8f237lmu63q0uf63m Or you can see his account like this: https://primal.net/jack Edward Snowden is also on the platform and you can find him here: https://primal.net/Snowden NOSTR has around 2 million users or public keys, although nobody really knows how many, because it is decentralised and not controlled or run by any person or organisation. Once you’ve setup Primal, you can use those same private keys to access any platform you wish and you can use a browser extension such as Alby to manage your keys: https://getalby.com/ Primal looks great, but there are other better functioning twitter like clients, probably the most reliable for iPhone is Damus: https://www.nostrapps.com/apps/damus or Amethyst for Android: https://nostrapps.com/amethyst The content and user base is very Bitcoin and freedom focused right now, but more and more people are starting to use the various platforms and some are transferring exclusively to it. Some of the more interesting projects right now are: https://www.0xchat.com/#/ – Private messaging – think WhatsApp https://zap.stream/ – Video streaming https://fountain.fm/ – Podcasting https://wavlake.com/ – Music streaming https://shopstr.store/ – Online shop https://npub.pro/ – Website creation tool https://nostr.build/ – Media and file storage https://relay.tools/ – Build and curate your own relay https://creatr.nostr.wine/subscriptions/new-user – Creator tools Remember, the same keys you created for Primal can be used across the whole ecosystem. If you want to see some of the other apps that have been built on the NOSTR protocol visit: https://nostrapps.com/

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## Chef's notes Watch the video 🇫🇷: https://youtu.be/cYl4Lb0vbyc ## Details - ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min - 🍳 Cook time: 3 months - 🍽️ Servings: Many ## Ingredients - 1 fennel bulb - 1 large onion - 3 garlic cloves - 1/2 tsp salt per fennel bulb - 1 tbsp turmeric powder per fennel bulb - 1 tbsp oil per fennel bulb - 1 tsp black pepper per fennel bulb - 1 tbsp honey per fennel bulb ## Directions 1. Thinly slice the fennel bulb, onion, and garlic using a mandoline slicer. 2. In a bowl, mix the sliced fennel, onion, garlic, and salt. Let sit for a bit to allow the salt to act on the ingredients. 3. In a separate bowl, mix the turmeric, oil, black pepper, and honey to make a sauce. 4. Combine the fennel, onion, garlic mixture with the turmeric sauce and mix well.

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# Nostr: a quick introduction, attempt #2 Nostr doesn't subscribe to any ideals of "free speech" as these belong to the realm of politics and assume a big powerful government that enforces a common ruleupon everybody else. Nostr instead is much simpler, it simply says that servers are private property and establishes a generalized framework for people to connect to all these servers, creating a true free market in the process. In other words, Nostr is the public road that each market participant can use to build their own store or visit others and use their services. (Of course a road is never truly public, in normal cases it's ran by the government, in this case it relies upon the previous existence of the internet with all its quirks and chaos plus a hand of government control, but none of that matters for this explanation). More concretely speaking, Nostr is just a set of definitions of the formats of the data that can be passed between participants and their expected order, i.e. messages between _clients_ (i.e. the program that runs on a user computer) and _relays_ (i.e. the program that runs on a publicly accessible computer, a "server", generally with a domain-name associated) over a type of TCP connection (WebSocket) with cryptographic signatures. This is what is called a "protocol" in this context, and upon that simple base multiple kinds of sub-protocols can be added, like a protocol for "public-square style microblogging", "semi-closed group chat" or, I don't know, "recipe sharing and feedback".

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An odd thing happened — I squinted when opening my laptop this morning so as not to see the final score, but I *thought* I read a headline saying the Ravens beat the Chiefs. Maybe it was a cached headline from the night before saying what they’d have to do to beat the Chiefs? but I shut the laptop and logged into my Apple TV account to stream the game on the TV, fully expecting the Ravens to win. I mean up until the moment they overturned the Isaiah Likely TD, I thought the Ravens would win. Funny, but not funny because I picked the Ravens in my low-stakes picking pool, and I HATE starting off the week 0-1, no matter the stakes. In any event, it was an okay game, not great, but there were some interesting takeaways. - Derrick Henry looked fine but is going to do almost nothing in the passing game. He had two awkward targets, but Justice Hill was in the game on passing downs and during the end-of-half two-minute drill. Plus Lamar Jackson almost always takes off when he’s in trouble, so if the play isn’t a designed pass to the back, which will be rare for Henry, he’s not getting the ball except via handoff. - Jackson looked smooth to me and he’ll have a huge year for as long as he can stay healthy, especially now that Isaiah Likely looks like a real threat. But at 6-2, 205, 16 carries per game is a big ask. - Likely looked great. On his long TD, he made great moves, and even on the TD that was overturned, he showed great footwork to make it that close. I’m awfully curious to see where the near-invisible Mark Andrews slips in my NFFC Primetime tonight. (I think Round 8 or so, and I’d have to think about it.) - Rashod Bateman had five targets, four of them down the field. He’s their field stretcher, and though it was a quiet day, there should be more. - Zay Flowers got 10 targets (good), but it was dink and dunk stuff. To be honest, Likely (12 targets!) looked like the WR1, the alpha running the intermediate routes, Bateman the deep guy and Flowers the midget in the slot. - Patrick Mahomes didn’t have a big game, but that was against a top defense and he still got 10.4 YPA. And they were missing one of their field stretchers in Hollywood Brown. - Rashee Rice was the story for the Chiefs IMO. He had nine targets and made it look so easy, like Cooper Kupp schemed open on the Rams a few years ago. Xavier Worthy scored twice, but on only three targets even without Brown. He did look awfully fast, though. - Isiah Pacheco ran hard against a tough defense, but didn’t do much as a receiver. He’ll be fine — I wouldn’t move his stock much after this game. - Travis Kelce had a quiet night, but I wouldn’t read much into it. It’s not like Noah Gray is Likely to take his role. - After all these years, I finally ditched the loyal Justin Tucker for a Younghoe, and I feel like a new man. It still brought me no joy to see him miss that 53-yard FG. - You have to love [Steak League IDP Roquan Smith](https://www.realmansports.com/p/steak-league-879) getting a pick for you opening night.

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Who would have thought that we would have the change to buy sub 60K Bitcoin again? With all the talk of mooning after the halving, seeing Bitcoin's price back around 56k at the time of this post is disappointing to the lettuce handed, ETF buying individuals that are not here for the revolution, but to make a quick buck. Bitcoin being a neutral money, it is not unexpected that it would gain the attention of these types of people. I am actually glad that they are participants in this market has it helps transfer Bitcoin from weak unconverted holders to people who are fully dyed in the orange wool of the Bitcoin thesis. Every time there is some geopolitical event, or some kind of economic crisis brewing on the other side of the world, Bitcoin normally takes a hit because it is a high liquid asset. This should be taken as a good sign when the price goes down as it shows that you can easily move in and out of Bitcoin with relative ease. Try doing that with your house, car or other assets. Sure you can sell them eventually but its not nearly as seamless as Bitcoin. This lull in price will not last long, so if you got some dry powder sitting on the sidelines, today is a good day to buy some cheap corn. Framing Bitcoin as a liquid asset that can be sold in times of need is a good way to introduce Bitcoin to your nocoiner friends and family. I would hate for them to have to buy Bitcoin at much higher prices. Good for us. Bad for them. Amirite? Just a short post from the Obsidian Nostr Writer Plugin. If you like writing long from content, I would highly recommend giving it a shot! Peace out.

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[https://x.com/parkeralewis/status/1831746160781938947]() Here's a startling chart from an American staple, Walgreens. The convenience store and pharmacy chain has seen its stock price plummet by more than 67% this year and by more than 90% from its all time high, which was reached in 2015. The combination of the COVID lock downs and the lax laws around theft that followed were materially detrimental to Walgreens business. The crux of their problem at the moment, however, is a double whammy of those disruptions in their business coupled with the "higher for longer" interest rate policy from the Fed over the last couple of years. As Tuur points out in the tweet above, Walgreens has $34B in debt, which means they definitely have significant interest rate payments they need to make on a monthly basis. Tuur also points out that Walgreens has very little cash compared to their debt obligations. Let's take a look at their balance sheet as of May of this year. ![https://www.tftc.io/content/images/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-09-05-at-3.59.46-PM.png]() Less than $1B in cash for $34B debt with $67.56B in total liabilities. Even worse, their cash balance was drained by more than 27% over the course of the year between May 2023 and May 2024. As you may notice their total assets fell by more than 15% over the same period. This is because Walgreens understands the dire financial straits it finds itself in and has begun shutting down thousands of their locations across the country. ![https://www.tftc.io/content/images/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-09-05-at-4.49.58-PM.png]() The recent efforts of Walgreens to sell off their assets to raise cash to pay down their debts seem to be completely ineffective as their cash balance is falling faster than their total assets, which is falling 7x faster than their total liabilities. These numbers are most definitely going to get worse as cascading sell pressure in commercial real estate markets (which is the bucket that Walgreens locations fall into) drive down the value of their assets. Leaving them with less cash to pay down their debts as time goes on. To make matters worse, it puts the institutions that lent money to Walgreens in a terrible position. How many commercial and investment banks has Walgreens tapped to fund their operations with expensive debt? How exposed to Walgreens is any individual lender? Could a default on some or all of their loans catch these financial institutions off sides? If it isn't Walgreens that pushes them off sides, how many more bad borrowers would it take to push them off sides? As our good friend Parker Lewis points out, the only way the hemorrhaging can be stopped is if the Federal Reserve and Federal Government step in with bail outs in the form of massive liquidity injections via quantitative easing and other emergency measures. On top of this, the Fed and the Federal Government find themselves in a classic catch-22. If they let Walgreens fall into bankruptcy it could set off a domino effect that could exacerbate inflation. Riteaid, a similar retail convenience store and pharmacy chain, filed for bankruptcy last October and is still wading its way through that process. Part of that process has been shuttering many of their storefronts. One has to imagine that since Walgreens and Riteaid are having these problems, some of their other competitors must be feeling the pain as well. If enough of these convenience stores, which tens of millions of Americans depend on for everyday goods, find themselves in a position where they have to shut down their stores it could lead to a supply crunch. People will obviously not be able to get their goods from Riteaid or Walgreens and will flee to alternatives, exacerbating the stress on their supplies, which will drive prices higher. This is a catch-22 because the only way to avoid this mad dash for consumer goods in the midst of a convenience store Armageddon is to re-introduce ZIRP and flood the market with freshly printed dollars, which will drive prices up as well. Talk about a rock and a hard place. You better get yourself some bitcoin. --- Final thought... Zach Bryan radio crushes.

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While tinkering about NWC and twitter I decided to hack a python script that might perhaps begin something good **Here's a high-level overview of how you could connect your Twitter account to a Nostr Wallet using NWC and automate a 21 satoshi payment for every like:** # Prerequisites: 1. Twitter Developer Account 2. Nostr Wallet with NWC support (e.g., Alby, Nostrify) 3. Twitter API credentials (API key, API secret key, Access token, Access token secret) 4. Python script with Tweepy (Twitter API library) and nostr-client (Nostr library) ### Step 1: Set up Twitter API credentials > Create a Twitter Developer account and obtain API credentials > Install Tweepy using pip: pip install tweepy ### Step 2: Connect Nostr Wallet using NWC > Choose a Nostr Wallet with NWC support (e.g., Alby, Nostrify) > Set up the wallet and obtain the NWC credentials (e.g., public key, private key) ### Step 3: Create a Python script > Import Tweepy and nostr-client libraries > Authenticate with Twitter API using Tweepy > Connect to Nostr Wallet using NWC credentials > Define a function to send 21 satoshis for every like > Use Tweepy to stream likes and trigger the payment function `Python` script: ``` import tweepy from nostr_client import Client # Twitter API credentials twitter_api_key = "YOUR_API_KEY" twitter_api_secret_key = "YOUR_API_SECRET_KEY" twitter_access_token = "YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN" twitter_access_token_secret = "YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN_SECRET" # Nostr Wallet NWC credentials nwc_public_key = "YOUR_NWC_PUBLIC_KEY" nwc_private_key = "YOUR_NWC_PRIVATE_KEY" # Set up Tweepy auth = tweepy.OAuthHandler(twitter_api_key, twitter_api_secret_key) auth.set_access_token(twitter_access_token, twitter_access_token_secret) api = tweepy.API(auth) # Set up Nostr Client nwc_client = Client() nwc_client.connect(nwc_public_key, nwc_private_key) # Define payment function def send_satoshis(): # Create a new Nostr event with 21 satoshis event = nwc_client.create_event(21) # Send the event to the Nostr network nwc_client.send_event(event) # Stream likes and trigger payment function class LikeStream(tweepy.StreamListener): def on_like(self, like): send_satoshis() stream = tweepy.Stream(auth, LikeStream()) stream.filter(track=["likes"]) ``` ##### _Please note that this is a simplified example and may require additional error handling, security measures, and modifications to work as intended._ originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/673795

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ATTENTION PARENTS! I have revamped my LNBITS [bitcoin piggy bank](http://bitcoinpiggybank.vercel.app) so you don't need to deploy it yourself. Check it out at http://bitcoinpiggybank.vercel.app. All you need now is a LNBITS wallet. I've deployed a website that you can just log into with that and nothing else. I'm thinking about actually renting out my own domain for this one if people find it useful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-MNqJiLCM4 Teach your kids about sound money while they're actually stacking sats and using a fun interface. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/673739

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## The Evolution of Web 3.0: Bitcoin's Role in Decentralizing the Internet ### Introduction to Web 3.0 Web 3.0, often referred to as the decentralized web, represents the next phase in the evolution of the internet. Unlike its predecessors, Web 3.0 aims to redistribute control from centralized entities back to individual users through technologies like blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and decentralized applications (dApps). This shift promises a more democratic internet where users control their data, identity, and digital destiny. ## The Bitcoin Protocol: A Foundation for Web 3.0 ### Bitcoin's Influence on Decentralization Bitcoin, introduced in 2008, can be seen as a precursor to Web 3.0 due to its decentralized nature. The Bitcoin protocol introduced the world to blockchain technology, a decentralized ledger that records all transactions across a network of computers. This technology underpins Web 3.0's ethos by: * **Promoting Decentralization**: Bitcoin's network operates without a central authority, showcasing how internet services could run on similar principles, reducing the power of centralized tech giants. * **Enhancing Security and Privacy**: Through cryptographic means, Bitcoin ensures that transactions are secure and pseudonymus, a feature integral to Web 3.0's vision of user-controlled data. ### Scalability and Functionality Challenges However, Bitcoin's protocol wasn't designed on the base layer with the complex applications of Web 3.0 in mind. Its primary function as a digital currency means: * **Scalability Issues**: Bitcoin's blockchain has limitations in transaction speed and volume, which might not suffice for a fully realized Web 3.0 environment where millions of micro-transactions could occur seamlessly. * **Limited Smart Contract Capabilities**: Bitcoin's scripting language isn't as versatile as platforms like Ethereum, which are designed to support a broader range of decentralized applications. ### Expanding Bitcoin's Role with Layer 2 Solutions To bridge these gaps, developers are working on Layer 2 solutions like the Lightning Network for faster transactions, and projects like Stacks aim to bring smart contract functionality directly to Bitcoin. These innovations suggest that while Bitcoin might not be the sole backbone of Web 3.0 yet, it can significantly contribute to its infrastructure. In the long term, the question is whether we need more than one network, I mean, we don't have multiple Internets today. The market will probably decide in favor of the strongest and most secure network, and Bitcoin is by far that. ## Web 3.0 Beyond Bitcoin ### A Broader Blockchain Ecosystem At the moment Web 3.0 encompasses by far more than just Bitcoin. It includes: * **Ethereum and Smart Contracts**: Ethereum's introduction of smart contracts has been pivotal, allowing for decentralized applications that can interact in complex ways, far beyond simple transactions. * **Other Blockchains**: Platforms like Solana, Sui, and Near are gaining traction for their high throughput and lower costs, addressing some of Bitcoin's limitations on the base layer. ## The Cultural and Economic Shift The move towards Web 3.0 isn't just technological but cultural. There's a growing sentiment, reflected in posts on platforms like X, that users are ready for a change where they own their digital presence. Here's some background based on general knowledge and trends up to 2024: ### Cultural Shift: * **Distrust in Centralized Institutions**: There's been a growing distrust in traditional centralized institutions like banks, governments, and large corporations. This distrust stems from various scandals, data breaches, privacy concerns, and perceived inefficiencies or corruption. Posts on platforms like X or even more on Nostr reflect this sentiment, where users often discuss the diminishing trust in these institutions. * **Rise of Individual Empowerment**: Culturally, there's a move towards empowerment of the individual, facilitated by technology. Social media, blockchain, and other decentralized technologies give individuals tools to bypass traditional gatekeepers in finance, media, and more. This shift champions the idea that individuals should have more control over their data, finances, and digital identity. * **Identity and Community**: Decentralization also touches on identity politics and community governance. There's a trend towards localism or regionalism where communities seek more control over their governance, which can be seen in movements for local autonomy or even secessionist sentiments in various parts of the world. * **Cultural Movements**: Movements like the maker culture, DIY (Do It Yourself), open-source software, and even the gig economy reflect a cultural shift towards decentralization where individuals or small groups can produce, create, or work independently of large entities. ### Economic Shift: * **Decentralized Finance (DeFi)**: DeFi represents one of the most tangible shifts, aiming to recreate and potentially improve financial systems outside of traditional banking. This includes lending, borrowing, and earning interest in a trustless, permissionless environment, primarily using blockchain technology. * **Cryptocurrencies and Tokenization**: The rise of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum symbolizes a move away from centralized monetary systems. Tokenization of assets, from art (NFTs - Non-Fungible Tokens) to real estate, embodies this shift, allowing for fractional ownership and reducing the barriers to investment. * **Globalization vs. Localism**: While globalization has interconnected economies, there's a counter-trend where economic decentralization supports local economies. This can be seen in the push for local currencies, community-supported agriculture, or local energy production like solar microgrids. * **Work and Employment**: The gig economy, remote work, and digital nomadism are part of this economic shift. Platforms enabling freelance work decentralize employment, moving away from traditional office environments and 9-to-5 jobs. ### General Observations: * **Technology as an Enabler**: Blockchain, the internet, and advancements in communication technology are pivotal in this shift. They provide the infrastructure necessary for decentralization to occur at scale. * **Political Implications**: Economically, this shift maybe challenges existing power structures, potentially leading to regulatory battles as seen with cryptocurrencies. Culturally, it might lead to a redefinition of nationalism, community, and individual rights in the digital age. * **Challenges**: Despite its promise, decentralization faces hurdles like scalability issues, regulatory pushback, the digital divide, and the potential for new forms of centralization (e.g., large crypto exchanges becoming new central authorities). ## Conclusion: Bitcoin's Place in Web 3.0 Bitcoin's protocol ignited the spark for a decentralized internet, but Web 3.0 is evolving into a multifaceted ecosystem where Bitcoin might play a crucial, though not yet exclusive, role. The integration of Bitcoin with newer technologies and platforms could see it becoming a fundamental layer in the Web 3.0 stack, particularly in areas of value transfer and as a store of value within decentralized finance (DeFi). As we progress, the synergy between Bitcoin's proven security and stability, combined with the innovation of other blockchain technologies, might just be the blend needed for Web 3.0 to achieve mainstream adoption, ensuring the internet becomes more open, secure, and user-centric. *As stated before, the market will probably decide in favor of the strongest and most secure network, and **Bitcoin** is by far that.*

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## Details - 🍽️ Servings: 2 ## Ingredients - 1 cup Jasmine rice - 1 Tbsp. lavender flowers, crushed with mortar and pestle - 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar - 2 Tbsp. fine cane sugar - 2 Tbsp. honey - 1 sprig rosemary - 1/4 tsp angostura bitters - 1/2 cup blackberries - 1/2 cup blueberries - 4 cups trimmed and quartered shiitake mushrooms - 1 tsp fresh coriander crushed - 1/4 tsp fresh cumin ground - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes - 3 sprigs of thyme - 2 Tbsp. olive oil - 1 tsp soy sauce - 1 cup creamy coconut milk ## Directions 1. Combine rice, lavender, 1/4 tsp salt, and 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring the rice to a boil, cover the pan with a lid and turn the heat off. Let the rice sit in the pan for at least 20 minutes. 2. Combine 1/4 cup of water, the vinegar, sugar, honey, rosemary, angostura bitters in a saucepan and bring the brine to a boil. Season with a pinch of salt. Add the berries and wait until the brine comes back to a boil. Lower the heat, so the brine simmers but does not boil. When the brine thickens, after about 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and set it aside. 3. Pre-heat the oven to 400F. In a bowl big enough to hold all the shiitake, combine the olive oil, the soy sauce and the spices. Whisk vigorously, so the oil emulsifies with the other liquid. Toss the shiitake in the mix to marinate, then evenly lay them out on a baking sheet with parchment paper. Bake the shiitake for 10 minutes. When you remove the shiitake from the oven, remove the thyme and throw it out. In a saucepan, bring the coconut milk to a boil. Add the shiitake and reduce the heat to a light boil until the sauce thickens.

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For the last few months many people in bitcoin, myself included, have been focused on bitcoin's role as a macroeconomic asset. Bitcoin as a strategic reserve for the US government. Bitcoin as a strategic treasury asset for corporations. Bitcoin as a geopolitical hedge in a world that is trending toward a multi-polar power dynamic. This is where the focus has been. And for good reason. These trends will ultimately have a material effect on the price of bitcoin if they pick up steam. However, with all of the focus on bitcoin as a strategic asset I think a couple of technical developments and trends have been overlooked. Particularly in the realm of second layer privacy. I'll touch on two of them in this letter; BOLT 12 invoices and the progression of ecash. Yesterday afternoon the Strike (a company Ten31 is very proud to be backing) team released a blog post that detailed their journey to implementing BOLT 12 offers in their product stack. For those who are unaware of BOLT 12 and why it is important, in short, it is an upgrade to the lightning network that would make receiving bitcoin on the lightning network more private while also significantly improving the user experience. The current standard for invoicing people via the lightning network is BOLT 11, which forces users to create a unique invoice every time they want to receive bitcoin and comes with privacy tradeoffs for the party receiving bitcoin. BOLT 12 brings with it route blinding which allows a receiver to publish a lightning offer to the network without revealing their node's public key. It also brings with it onion messaging, which allows users of the lightning network to communicate without a dependence on HTTP, which can be censored by a motivated state actor. On top of this, it enables users to create a static invoice that can be paid multiple times by multiple people. Think of a band putting their Venmo or Cash App QR code next to their tip jar on the stage. They'll be able to add a private lightning invoice their audience can pay to now. https://strike.me/blog/bolt12-offers/ As it stands right now, Strike has only enabled BOLT 12 offers and there is work to do at the protocol layer of lightning and the different implementations of that protocol to get the full benefits of BOLT 12, but this is material progress that gets us closer to a significantly better user experience on the lightning network. If you read Strike's blog post you'll come to appreciate the collaboration between the teams working on these implementations and the companies implementing the protocol that is necessary to get these features live. Shout out to everyone who worked on this. Everyone who uses the lightning network will be better off when BOLT 12 is fully implemented. Moving on. Earlier today the founder of the BTCPay Server open source project, Nicolas Dorier, published a blog post outlining his thoughts on how ecash has the potential to solve problems that many have tried to solve by launching their own blockchains in the past. The problem with trying to "blockchain the world" is that blockchains are very inefficient and only really work for one application; enabling a peer-to-peer digital cash system with no trusted third parties (i.e., bitcoin). However, the ultimate goals of the thousands of blockchain projects that spun up in bitcoin's wake are desirable. Cheap, private and instant transactions. The ability to trivially spin up private money tokens suited for very particular use cases. Overall great UX that makes it easy for people to realize the benefits of "blockchain technology". The problem that has existed to date is that you don't need a blockchain for all of these things. In fact, having a blockchain for these things proves to be detrimental to their ultimate goals. Instead, what people really need is a protocol that gives you the granular control, privacy, instantaneous transactions and UX that anchors to bitcoin. This is exactly what Chaumian Mints bring to the bitcoin stack. This is something that we've been screaming about for more than seven years in this rag. Now with ecash protocols like Cashu and Fedimint maturing, gaining traction and bringing products to market that highlight the power and flexibility of ecash systems, people are beginning to see the promise. It is only a matter of time before more and more people begin to realize this potential. Another benefit of ecash protocols is the fact that they are siloed from each other. Ecash mints are permissionless; any one person or group of people can spin them up, offer their preferred services and maintain (or fail to maintain) their mints. The failure of one mint is not a systemic risk to other mints. This is very different from token projects that are spun up on blockchains. The last ten years have proven that individual token projects can prove to be systemic problems for individual blockchains (i.e., The DAO token on Ethereum). Being able to silo mints is the only way to ensure that the utility of ecash overall is actually scalable and robust. Don't get so distracted by the bitcoin macro talk that you miss out on the incredible technical developments happening on top of and adjacent to bitcoin. --- Final thought... Vibes are high.

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# STAR TREK TNG: INCOMPATIBLE IDEALS *by Luke Parker* --- **Premise**: *This screenplay is for an episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation, set near the end of Season 7. It imagines a first contact encounter between Picard’s Enterprise and a fully Anarcho-Capitalist planet with no government nor belief in authority.* --- **Scene 1: Bridge** --- *Exterior views of the Starship Enterprise give way to Captain Jean-Luc Picard standing at his command station on the bridge, his gaze steady and contemplative as he records his log.* **Picard:** (voiceover) "Captain's log, Stardate 48881.4. We were on our way to Deep Space 9 to provide support for the upcoming Bajoran elections when we received an audio-only distress call from a person on the planet Anarak, just outside of Cardassian space. The planet has yet to be contacted by the Federation, and in fact very little is known about it other than how it has a highly unusual social structure; one that appears to function without any form of central government or hierarchical leadership. It is a society that, despite its relatively high level of technological sophistication, has yet to achieve warp capability. The message is urgently requesting help from any peaceful civilization in range to defend his people against Cardassian invaders. It is difficult to imagine even the Cardassians violating the Prime Directive in such a manner. We are changing course to investigate." *Picard finishes his log entry and looks up, his expression thoughtful. The rest of the bridge crew is attentive with the memory of the Cardassain conquest of Bajor fresh in their minds.* **Data:** [turning from his console to face Picard] "Captain, Starfleet's lone anthropological record on Anarak indicates that it has a relatively large population and is advanced in various scientific fields. However, there are no reports of warp capability nor a leadership structure for us to contact there. Their society’s structure might challenge our usual protocols for contact." **Riker:** [with a hint of curiosity] "An advanced society with no central government? That's a first." **Picard:** [nodding] "Indeed, Number One. The distress call came from an individual named Bas T'yat, who identifies himself only as an entrepreneur. Our intelligence suggests that Anarak's society is structured in a way that is not only hostile to hierarchies but completely devoid of any form of leadership or authority. They seem to operate on a principle of total autonomy. This would seem to indicate an absence of a planetary defense system." **Troi:** [thoughtful, with concern] "Without a central authority, how do they respond to any external threats? A society like this could be quite vulnerable to more aggressive powers, like the Cardassians." **Picard:** [grimly] "It seems that may already be the case. The distress signal implied that a hostile force, likely Cardassian, has targeted them. Without a unified defense, they could be easy prey." **Worf:** [sternly] "If the Cardassians are involved, Captain, they will not hesitate to exploit such a weakness. We must be prepared for hostilities." **Data:** [analyzing the implications] "However, the lack of formal governance could complicate any assistance we offer. Without a government to negotiate with, we may face challenges in determining how to intervene appropriately." **Picard:** [resolute, yet cautious] "We will treat Anarak as we would any other planet sending a distress call, regardless of their social structure. However, we must tread carefully. If we arrive to find Cardassians engaged in hostile acts, we may be forced to intervene. But in Federation space, our priority remains the protection of life and the maintenance of Federation principles." *The bridge crew exchanges looks of determination, each officer understanding the complexities of the mission ahead.* **Picard:** [decisive, raising his voice slightly] "Set course for Anarak. Engage at warp seven." **Data:** [acknowledging] "Course plotted, Captain. Engaging warp seven." *The familiar hum of the warp engines intensifies as the stars on the viewscreen stretch into streaks of light, and the Enterprise leaps into warp, speeding towards the strange planet and the potential conflict awaiting them.* --- **Scene 2: Bridge** --- *The Enterprise emerges from warp above the planet Anarak, the planet’s blue-green surface appearing deceptively peaceful below.* **Worf:** [at tactical, scanning the area] "Captain, no alien vessels are currently in the vicinity, only artificial satellites. However, I'm detecting signs of recent battle on the planet's surface." **Picard:** [moving closer to Worf's station] "Specify, Lieutenant." **Worf:** [analyzing the data] "There is minor damage to infrastructure in multiple locations, consistent with Cardassian disruptor fire. Several structures show signs of targeted attacks, but the damage is localized and not extensive." **Data:** [at the science station] "Captain, I'm detecting several warp signatures leading to and from the planet. However, one of these signatures does not match any known Cardassian engine profile and is not in our warp signature database." **Riker:** [concerned, looking to Picard] "An unknown vessel in the area right around the time of a Cardassian attack? This could complicate matters." **Troi:** [sensing the tension, her voice calm but alert] "Whoever they are, they may not have the best intentions. The people of Anarak could be more vulnerable than we initially thought." *Picard ponders this information, his expression thoughtful yet wary. The bridge crew continues their scans, tension mounting as they try to make sense of the situation.* **Worf:** [interrupting the silence] "Captain, we are being hailed from the surface." **Picard:** [decisive, nodding] "On screen." *The viewscreen flickers to life, revealing the image of a middle-aged man with a rugged, practical look. He exudes an air of cautious relief, though his eyes betray a deep-seated wariness.* **Bas T'yat:** "Alien vessel, thank you for coming so quickly. My name is Bas T'yat, and I’m an entrepreneur and concerned family man. Please, can you tell me, are you an ally of the Cardassians?" **Picard:** [calm and reassuring] "Mr. T'yat, I am Captain Jean-Luc Picard of the Federation starship Enterprise. I assure you, the Federation is not aligned with the Cardassians, although we have dealt with them before, and are aware of their transgressions." **Bas T'yat:** [sighs in relief] "Thank goodness. We desperately need your help. An alien ship identifying itself as Cardassian has been harassing us for weeks. I fear they'll return soon, and we have little defense against their matter transportation technology. I'm a successful inventor and businessman, Captain. I have resources and tech that could be of value to your Federation, and I'm prepared to trade anything you want in order to help protect my people." **Picard:** [curious, leaning slightly forward] "Tell me more about these attacks. What exactly have the Cardassians done?" **Bas T'yat:** [his tone shifting to one of frustration mixed with guilt] "It started about a month ago. One of our companies, my own company, in fact, launched a new type of vessel that can travel faster than light using a warp field, the first one we've ever built. Within an hour of it's maiden voyage the Cardassians showed up. At first, they demanded to know who was in charge of the planet. They didn't like the answer they got: We are a free people and no one commands us." **Riker:** [sharing a knowing glance with Picard] "A society without centralized leadership would be difficult for the Cardassians to understand or even tolerate." **Bas T'yat:** [nodding] "That was my conclusion. They treated us like a lawless frontier, moving in to take whatever they wanted. They attacked our resource stockpiles, dematerialising and I assume stealing whatever they could before we even knew what was happening. Our ground-based defense missiles successfully took out their two smaller fighter crafts that came down into our sirspace, but we have no defense against their transporter technology. Their last visit was just a raid from orbit. They just grabbed what they could without even entering the atmosphere and left within minutes." **Picard:** [thoughtful, with a hint of concern] "I see. There are widely-agreed-upon rules against this type of behavior, I assure you. However, since the Federation has never made contact with your people before now, we are unfamiliar with the proper etiquette for such a first encounter. How do you suggest we proceed safely for an official meeting?" *Bas pauses, visibly perplexed by the concept of "official" procedures, his expression almost amused.* **Bas T'yat:** [with a chuckle] "Official meeting? Captain, just come on down and park your craft outside my coordinates. My wife will make us all some refreshments." **Picard:** [with a slight smile, yet maintaining formality] "We appreciate the hospitality, Mr. T'yat, but we prefer to beam down if that's acceptable to you. We can be there in a few minutes." **Bas T'yat:** [nervous but agreeable] "Beam down? Uh, sure, that's fine. I was wondering if that technology worked on people. Love to see it in action." **Picard:** [nodding respectfully] "Understood. I'll be down with a small team to meet you outside your building shortly. Picard out." *The screen goes dark as the connection ends, leaving the bridge crew to process the encounter.* **Riker:** [with a wry smile] "Drinks with the locals; sounds like fun." **Troi:** [softly, but with insight] "He's nervous, but also hopeful. I'm sensing some hurt pride in him, too, Captain. This is likely the first time his people have ever had to reach out to anyone off-world for help. His pride may cloud his ability to fully grasp the dangers they’re facing." **Picard:** [serious, standing up to address the crew] "On top of being an official first contact, the Cardassians have made this a very delicate situation. We must be prepared for anything. Counselor Troi, Data, and La Forge, you're with me. Number one, you have the bridge." *The crew nods in understanding as the away team heads to the turbolift. The tension in the air is palpable as they ready themselves for what may be a challenging first contact and a possible hostile encounter with the Cardassians.* --- **Scene 3: Bas T’yat’s Front Lawn** --- *The team materializes on the surface of Anarak, just outside of a large, elegant house set in a lush, rural landscape. The area is a blend of modern luxury and natural beauty, though signs of recent damage are evident. Smoke still rises from a nearby hangar, the aftermath of the Cardassian attack clear in the smoldering ruins. As the team takes in their surroundings, a group of locals approaches. At the forefront is Bas T'yat, flanked by a few colleagues. He's a middle-aged man with a commanding presence, dressed in practical yet fine clothing. His stride is confident, and his eyes sharp with the determination of a man used to getting what he wants. Bas’s face lights up with a mixture of curiosity and enthusiasm as he sees the away team.* **Bas T'yat:** [warmly, holding his palms upwards and then extending one hand towards Picard in a greeting] "Captain Picard! Welcome to Anarak! I'm Bas T'yat. It is my honor to meet you." **Picard:** [imitating the hand motion, with a polite smile] "The honor is ours, Mr. T'yat. Thank you for your hospitality. May our two peoples forever live in harmony." *Bas gestures to the smoldering hangar in the distance, his tone tinged with frustration.* **Bas T'yat:** [with a sigh] "That would be wonderful. I do wish the circumstances for your visit were better. [clenching his fists] That's my hangar over there, or what's left of it, anyway. The Cardassians destroyed it and the spacecraft I designed and built there. It was our first warp vessel, one that the whole world cheered on at launch just last month. We were going to colonize the asteroids with it." **Geordi:** [To Picard, gesturing towards the wreckage] "If I may, Captain?" **Picard:** "Certainly." [To Bas T'yat] "This is my head engineer, Commander Geordi La Forge." **Geordi:** [stepping forward] "Mr. T'yat, if it's alright with you, I'd like to examine the wreckage. I might be able to determine if anything is salvageable." **Bas T'yat:** [nodding, gesturing to a colleague] "Of course. Lar Kinn here is our chief pilot. He made the historic first flight and he'll take you to the hangar and help with anything you need." *Geordi and Lar Kinn head towards the hangar, with Geordi hoping to confirm if this was the source of the warp signature detected in orbit. Meanwhile, Bas leads Picard, Troi, and Data toward his house. As they walk, Bas impatiently answers a few questions about his planet, his voice tinged with annoyance and concern.* **Data:** “Mr. T’yat, if I may, I notice that your neighborhood’s infrastructure is well taken care of. If Anarak has no central authority of any kind, who is responsible for keeping the roads and infrastructure?” **Bas T'yat:** ”Well, as a rule of thumb, if it’s on my land, I am. If it’s not on my land, then someone else is, but I may have to pay them to use it. They look so nice because we all get better insurance rates for keeping them that way.” **Data:** “Curious. And who initiates larger projects like mass transportation and research?” **Bas T'yat:** [slightly annoyed] “They are all risky endeavors taken by entrepreneurs like myself. Sometimes profits take decades to appear, but like with my new warp engine, I’m sure they’ll make me a huge fortune one day.” [turning to ensure Picard can hear him] "Anyway, I fear the Cardassians aren't done with us. They've stopped even trying to make demands of us, which makes me think they're planning something bigger. Perhaps a larger assault. We've been able to fend them off so far, but I have no clue how to defend against those transporter devices." **Picard:** [impressed] "It is remarkable that your society, with no planetary defense force, was able to repel Cardassian military forces, even if only temporarily. Cardassian ships are known for their significant weapons and shields." **Bas T'yat:** [with a hint of pride] "The people of Anarak are no strangers to defending themselves. We have numerous private protection agencies, each with advanced missile fortifications and other kinds of defenses to protect every inch of this planet. But these were designed to fend off terrorists or rival companies, not an alien invader." *They reach the entrance to Bas's home. He pauses before entering, turning to Picard with a serious expression.* **Bas T'yat:** [earnestly] "Captain, I'm prepared to trade for whatever defensive technology you can provide, especially something to counter the Cardassian's transporter technology. I am confident that our ground defenses can take out their shuttlecraft, but we're helpless against their ability to beam in and out at will." *Picard pauses, his face reflecting the weight of his decision before he speaks.* **Picard:** [in his most diplomatic tone] "Mr. T'yat, the Federation is committed to helping those in need, and we don't tolerate bullies. However, there are restrictions on the technology we can share, particularly weaponry. Also, the Federation's assistance often depends on whether a planet is on the path to becoming a member. We must ensure that our values align. In this case, a diplomatic approach might bring a far more lasting peace than simply escalating an arms race." *Bas considers this, his optimism tinged with caution. The group moves into a large room with lots of seating where a warm drink much like tea is offered. Picard partakes graciously.* **Bas T'yat:** [thoughtfully] "I see. Federation membership is... a complicated idea. I'm sure many heads of companies like myself would welcome it, but for the whole planet to become a singular member of any larger federation is hard to imagine. Our society values individual freedom above all else, and I'm not sure how compatible everyone here is with the Federation's ideals." **Data:** "The benefits of Federation membership are considerable. Could not your people one day vote on the issue to see if a majority wants to join after taking ample time to research membership?" **Bas T'yat:** [skeptically] "Voting is something that hasn't been done here for tens of thousands of years. We consider it to be archaic, a form of slavery of the minority. Honestly, I'm surprised your culture still practices it." **Picard:** [nodding, a little embarrassed] "I see. Rest assured that we try to only vote on things that have every participant's full consent. You'll find that this is very common among the races you meet as your people start to explore the stars. But until then, know that the Federation's primary concern is the safety of everyone in Federation space, including your people." *While inside Bas's home, Data discreetly connects to an open network connection, accessing Anarak's version of the internet called the Openlink. His eyes flicker left to right at an inhuman speed as he analyzes the planet's defenses and infrastructure.* **Data:** [quietly, to Picard as he processes the data] "Captain, while there are many advanced technologies in the hands of individuals and companies, I find no evidence of any kind of unified military infrastructure. The defense efforts are completely decentralized, which will surely prove problematic in the event of a full-scale Cardassian invasion." **Picard:** [grimly] "Given the Cardassians' history, we must prepare for the worst." *Just then, Geordi returns from the hangar, his expression a mix of curiosity and concern.* **Geordi:** "Captain, I've confirmed that Bas's ship was the source of the warp signature we detected. Unfortunately, the wreckage isn't salvageable. It could be a long time before Anarak returns to the stars." **Bas T'yat:** [with a determined grin] "I wouldn't say that. My first flight was widely publicized. Lar Kinn and I are celebrities now. Hundreds of other companies are likely working on similar technology already. Some of us refer to it as 'the great space race,' with the goal of creating the first off-world colony, and my company is currently in the lead." **Picard:** [with a slight smile, impressed by the resilience] "It seems the people of Anarak are not to be counted out yet. Your intrepid spirit will serve you well as Anarakans start exploring the Galaxy." **Troi:** [warmly] "Your optimism is admirable, Mr. T'yat. But remember, resilience is strongest when combined with caution." **Bas T'yat:** [nodding, appreciatively] "Wise words, Miss Troi. Hopefully with your help we'll be ready for whatever comes next." **Picard:** [ready to leave] "This tea is delicious, thank you for your hospitality. Next I'll need to talk to my superiors at Starfleet headquarters before we can proceed any further. I'll be sure and pass your concerns and needs on to them and then we'll contact you again later today." *The away team prepares to depart, with Bas expressing his thanks once more. As they beam back to the Enterprise, each member reflects on the unique challenges of Anarak.* --- **Scene 4: Picard’s ready room** --- *Minutes later, Captain Picard sits alone in his ready room, the vast starscape of space visible through the window behind him. His posture is straight, and the weight of the decision before him is clear in his eyes. He taps a command into his desk console, and the screen flickers to life with the familiar stern face of Vice Admiral Alynna Nechayev. Her image on the screen is as imposing as ever.* **Picard:** [calmly, but with underlying urgency] "Admiral, I've just concluded a preliminary contact with a representative of Anarak, just a few light years this side of Cardassian space. The situation is more complex than anticipated. The planet is under threat from the Cardassians; specifically Gul Bankar, who's been making increasingly aggressive moves from orbit. Meanwhile, the society on Anarak is... unconventional. They have no central government, no formal leadership nor military structure. The entire planet operates under a decentralized, anarchic, commerce-based system." **Nechayev:** [eyes narrowing] "Anarchists? No structure? That's not exactly an encouraging environment for a first contact, Jean-Luc. **Picard:** “Admiral, they’ve managed to develop warp technology without either a government or military. It’s a remarkable feat, but one that leaves them vulnerable.” **Nechayev:** “Are you certain there’s no one in authority at all? Not even an ambassador?" **Picard:** [nodding] "Precisely. Their social structure wouldn’t allow it. Our first contact has been with an individual and his family, one Bas T'yat; a wealthy businessman and the inventor of their first warp-capable ship. He's requesting assistance to defend against further Cardassian attacks, but without a central authority, assisting one individual could have unpredictable consequences." **Nechayev:** [questioning sharply] "Hmm. And what of the Cardassians? Is there any evidence of their involvement?" **Picard:** [gravely] "Plenty. The Cardassians have already raided the planet, seizing valuable resources. Their ship left orbit shortly before our arrival, but the threat of their return looms large. Bas T'yat is convinced they'll come back with a larger force." *Nechayev pauses, her expression hardening as she considers the situation.* **Nechayev:** [warningly] "Starfleet cannot afford to be drawn into deeper hostilities with the Cardassian Union, Jean-Luc. Especially not over a non-member world. You must tread carefully. A diplomatic solution is paramount, and under no circumstances should you provide this Bas T'yat with advanced defensive technology. The Prime Directive is clear; we don't interfere with the internal affairs of non-member worlds, and besides, you haven't even made proper first contact with the planet, only with one family." **Picard:** [measured, but firm] "Admiral, with respect, Anarak is far more advanced than many worlds we've encountered. Their technological capabilities, while decentralized, are impressive. Now that they are getting their space legs it won't be long before Anarakans are showing up in ports across the quadrant. And if the Cardassians establish a foothold here, it could destabilize the entire region." *Nechayev's face softens slightly, recognizing the gravity of the situation. She sighs, her resolve shifting as she weighs the options.* **Nechayev:** [reluctantly] "Alright, Jean-Luc. I don’t like this, but I trust your judgement. You may share transport inhibitor technology. Only enough to help them counter the Cardassians' beaming technology, but nothing more. And remember, this Bas T'yat doesn't speak for his whole planet. Try to treat his family like you would if you found them alone in a spaceship." **Picard:** "Understood, Admiral. I'll proceed with caution." **Nechayev:** [more sternly] "Just don't start another war, Jean-Luc." *The screen goes dark. Picard leans back in his chair, the weight of the decision pressing on him. He stands, smoothing his uniform, and exits the ready room onto the bridge.* --- **Scene 5: Bridge** --- *On the bridge, the atmosphere is tense as the crew processes the situation. Picard steps up to his command chair, addressing the senior officers who have gathered.* **Picard:** [seriously] "Admiral Nechayev has authorized us to share transport inhibitor technology with Anarak to help them defend against further Cardassian raids. But we must be mindful of the ethical implications of our actions." **Dr. Crusher:**: [concerned] "Captain, I'm worried about the consequences of becoming involved in this situation. If we assist Anarak, it could escalate into a larger conflict--one that could draw the Federation into another war with the Cardassians." **Worf:** [gruffly, with resolve] "But allowing the Cardassians to plunder a defenseless society is equally unacceptable, Doctor. We have a responsibility to protect the vulnerable." **Picard:** [thoughtfully, considering both viewpoints] "I'm inclined to agree with Worf on this one, Beverly. We must work fast to deploy the inhibitors wherever we can, but that does bring up another problem. The Prime Directive prevents us from interfering in the internal affairs of non-member worlds. And giving one individual on Anarak access to advanced technology could upset the delicate balance of their society. What if Bas T'yat's company gains a monopoly on defense technology? It could shift the power dynamics on the entire planet." **Troi:** [insightfully, her voice calm] "Captain, I sense that Bas T'yat is deeply worried about his planet's future. He feels a strong sense of responsibility and guilt for the attacks... I don't think that he had any way to know that their warp signature would act as a beacon to those seeking resources. They didn't even know other life forms existed until the Cardassians arrived. It's clear that Anarakans weren't prepared for the reality of interstellar contact." **Picard:** [resolved] "I agree, Counselor. We're dealing with a society that is both advanced and vulnerable. A dangerous combination. We must proceed carefully." *Picard considers this, his brow furrowed in thought. Finally, he makes a decision.* **Picard:** [decisively] "We must proceed, however. I'll invite Bas T'yat to the Enterprise to discuss the situation further. We will ensure that any assistance we provide doesn't destabilize their society, or escalate the conflict." *Picard hails Bas T'yat from his command station.* **Picard:** [calmly] "Mr. T'yat, I'd like to invite you aboard the Enterprise to discuss our options in person." *The main screen fills with T'yat's face again.* **Bas T'yat:** [with a hint of hesitation] "Thank you, Captain, I accept. But I'd prefer to take my own craft... Still not quite comfortable with the transporter technology, if you'll understand. I'll bring my wife, L'anna, and my pilot, Lar Kinn." **Picard:** [diplomatic, nodding slightly] "Understood. We'll be ready to receive you in the shuttlebay.” --- **Scene 6: Main Shuttlebay** --- *In the Enterprise's shuttlebay, the crew prepares to greet their visitors. The doors slide open, and a sleek, streamlined skysled enters the bay, guided by Lar Kinn at the controls. The craft settles gently onto the deck, and the hatch opens. Bas T'yat steps out, accompanied by his wife, L'anna, and Lar Kinn, who looks around the shuttlebay with wide-eyed curiosity. Picard, Troi, and Data are there to meet them, offering warm greetings as the Anarakans take in the impressive sight of the Enterprise's interior.* **Picard:** [welcoming, with a gesture towards the ship] "Welcome aboard the Enterprise, Mr. and Mrs. T'yat. I trust your journey was smooth?" **Bas T'yat:** [grinning, clearly impressed] "Very much so, Captain. Your ship is... well, it's more than I imagined. Thank you for having us." *Troi steps forward, offering a kind smile.* **Troi:** [invitingly] "If you'd like, I can give you a tour of the ship. We're quite proud of our vessel, and I think you'll find it fascinating." *L'anna's eyes widen with excitement, and she nods eagerly. Bas exchanges a look with Lar Kinn, just catching up to the group. He seems just as eager to explore as the others, and nods excitedly to Troi.* **Bas T'yat:** [appreciatively] "We'd be honored. Lead the way, Counselor." **Lar Kinn:** So can all these shuttles go faster than light? *With that, the group sets off on a tour of the Enterprise, the Anarakans marveling at the advanced technology and seamless design of the Federation starship. As they walk, Troi can't help but notice the mix of awe and determination in Bas T'yat an inventor and leader who knows that his world's future may very well depend on the choices made in the hours to come.* --- **Scene 7: Bridge** --- *The scene opens as Counselor Troi leads Bas T'yat, L'anna, and Lar Kinn onto the bridge of the Enterprise. The visitor's awe is palpable as they take in the grandeur of the ship's command center. Picard, standing near the captain's chair, barely has a moment to welcome them when a sudden alert draws everyone's attention.* **Data:** [at his station, voice urgent] "Captain, I'm detecting the return of the Cardassian battle cruiser. It is registered as the Kolarak. It just popped out from behind the home star and is entering orbit around Anarak." **Riker:** "Yellow alert. On screen." *Picard immediately straightens, his expression shifting from welcoming to resolute. The tension on the bridge heightens as the viewscreen flickers to life, displaying the imposing sight of the Kolarak. The Cardassian vessel looms in space, its dark hull bristling with weaponry.* **Picard:** [calmly, but with authority] "Mr. Worf, open a channel to the Kolarak." *The screen quickly reveals the stern visage of a Cardassian Gul in his command chair. His eyes narrow as he takes in the sight of the bridge crew and the unfamiliar faces of Bas and his companions.* **Picard:** [with measured politeness] "I am Captain Jean-Luc Picard of the Federation starship Enterprise. With whom am I speaking?" **Gul Bankar:** [with a sneer, his voice dripping with condescension] "You may address me as Gul Bankar." **Picard:** "Gul Bankar, there have been reports of your vessel causing harm and stealing resources from the planet below. With me is Bas T'yat, the owner of the warp-capable vessel that it appears your forces destroyed on the surface. We request an explanation for these hostilities." **Gul Bankar:** "Captain Picard, your presence here is an unwelcome interference. This planet, and its inhabitants, are under Cardassian protection. You will withdraw immediately, leaving Anarak to our care." *Picard's gaze hardens, but his tone remains calm and firm.* **Picard:** [skeptically] "Cardassian protection? Anarak lies within Federation territory. We received a distress call and are here to provide assistance." *Bankar's expression darkens, his eyes flashing with anger.* **Gul Bankar:** [coldly] "The Federation's meddling in this region is all too well documented, Picard, but Anarak is too close to Cardassian space for your interference to be tolerated. I find your so-called assistance nothing more than another prelude to annexation." *Bas, standing beside Troi, listens intently, his face reflecting a mixture of concern and frustration. Picard, sensing the rising tension, steps closer to the viewscreen.* **Picard:** [with resolve] "The Federation respects the sovereignty of all worlds. We are only here because of your aggressive actions, not to claim this planet. We have long worked to maintain peace in this sector, and I would hate to see that peace jeopardized by your reckless actions here." **Gul Bankar:** [sarcastically] "Peace? The Federation's control of Terok Nor and the Bajoran wormhole is hardly a gesture of peace. It was a clear power grab, one that we will not allow to extend to Anarak." *Picard's eyes narrow, his voice taking on a steely edge.* **Picard:** [firmly] "Gul Bankar, a conflict between the Federation and the Cardassian Union would serve no one's interests, especially not over a planet that is so new to the neighborhood. I suggest you contact your superiors before taking any further aggressive actions." *There's a tense silence as Bankar considers Picard's words, his eyes flicking to Bas and then back to Picard. Finally, he lowers his head in a slight nod, though his expression remains hostile.* **Gul Bankar:** [grudgingly] "Very well, Captain. I will contact Central Command. But understand this; Anarak will not fall under Federation control, and I will ensure that Cardassia's interests are protected. I will contact you again in 4 hours." *The transmission abruptly cuts off, leaving the bridge in a heavy silence. The Kolarak remains on the viewscreen, hovering ominously in space, nose to nose with the Enterprise now. Picard exhales, turning to face his crew.* **Picard:** [calmly, but with an undertone of urgency] "Maintain our position and yellow alert, Mr. Worf, and monitor the Kolarak for any signs of hostile activity." *Worf gives a curt nod, his eyes never leaving the tactical display.* **Worf:** [with determination] "Aye, Captain. Shields at maximum, weapons ready." *Picard then turns to Bas, who is visibly shaken but trying to maintain his composure.* **Picard:** [reassuringly] "Mr. T'yat, I understand this is a difficult situation and you don't yet know who to trust, but I assure you that we aim to keep the peace in this sector and will do everything in our power to ensure your planet's safety. We ask nothing in return from the Anarakan people. However, it is crucial that we handle this matter diplomatically." *Bas nods, though his expression is one of deep concern.* **Bas T'yat:** [uneasily] "I appreciate that, Captain, and don't worry, nothing that Gul Bankar says will make me trust his offer of "protection" after he destroyed my ship and stole resources from all over the planet. But I do worry that he’s using this time to call for reinforcements." *Picard places a reassuring hand on Bas's shoulder, his voice steady.* **Picard:** [confidently] "If he attacks, we'll face that challenge together, Mr. T'yat. You are free to return to the surface at any time but for now, I think it best that we consider how fast we could deploy our transporter inhibitor technology on your planet." **Bas T'yat:** [enthusiastically] "You mean you're willing to sell us devices that can stop them from beaming up our resources?" **Picard:** "Or beaming their troops down. And we wouldn't sell it to you, it is our gift. The Federation doesn't sell it's assistance to those in need." *The visitors faces all brighten in unison with relief.* **L'anna:** "I don't know how we could ever thank you enough, Captain. This means everything to our people." **Picard:** "Don't thank us yet, there is still the issue of deploying enough of them in time. If they're going to attack in 4 hours you'd need them set up near all the most valuable targets at the very least. They'll need a steady supply of energy, too." *Bas furls his lips in concerned thought.* **Data:** "Captain, I've analyzed all of the planet's most valuable resource depots that our scanners can detect and I see 168 unique locations that we should set up transport inhibitors. There may, of course, be other targets too that they would want." **Riker:** [apprehensively] "That's way too many for us to replicate in time, much less visit each location to install within the next 4 hours." **Picard:** "We need a way to speed up that deployment, at least to enough sites that will show Gul Bankar that things have changed... And hopefully without him detecting our movements." **Bas T'yat:** "If I may captain, I think I know a better way to deploy them if I can just make a detailed scan of one and save it to our printer file format... We don't have your transporter technology, but our device printers are able to scan and quickly reproduce any technological device that we can identify the components of." **Riker:** "And how will that help distribute them to everyone in time?" **Bas T'yat:** "Simple, every business and household has one of these printers. I can upload the scanned file to our Openlink and tell all of Anarak in one broadcast about the imminent threat and how to protect themselves from it with one of these inhibitors. They'll pop out thousands of them in time." **Picard:** "That sounds very promising, Mr. T’yat. But I want your assurance that your company will not hold any sort of monopoly on this technology or otherwise profit from it; In lieu of a government, the Federation requires that this gift be made to your whole planet at once." **Bas T'yat:** [after some hesitation] "Alright, Captain. You have my promise. Giving up some profits is the least I can do to make up for attracting the Cardassians to Anarak." *Picard looks visibly relieved, giving a curt nod to Bas.* **Picard:** "Data, take our guests to engineering and grab whomever you may need to assist you with making this happen in time. Remember, you’ll also need to show the Anarakans how to use these devices." **Data:** "Aye sir." [To the visitors] "If you'll follow me please, we'll be able to work on this in engineering." *Data, Bas, Lar Kinn, and L'anna walk briskly to the turbolift. The scene closes with Picard returning to his command chair, the bridge crew resuming their stations as the standoff between the Enterprise and the Kolarak continues. The two ships remain locked in silence, nose to nose, as the 4-hour countdown begins.* --- **Scene 8: Main Engineering** --- *The scene opens in Main Engineering, where Geordi La Forge, Data, and Ensign Sam Lavelle are putting the final touches on the scan for their transport inhibitor device. Bas T'yat and Lar Kinn stand nearby, observing the process with keen interest. The atmosphere is tense, underscored by the ticking clock counting down the hours until Gul Bankar's deadline.* **Geordi:** [focused as he works] "All right, that should do it. The scan of this transport inhibitor is ready, and the data's been formatted for your printers." *He hands a datapad to Bas, who takes it with a mix of curiosity and nervousness.* **Geordi:** [reassuringly] "You'll be able to upload the complete plans from this device, including an adapter for your power source. Once it's on your network, anyone with Openlink access will be able to build and deploy these inhibitors in a matter of minutes. It's up to you, however, to convince them to do that." **Bas T'yat:** [relieved] "Thank you, Commander. I'm sure many will manage it in time, but I just hope it's enough." **Lavelle:** [chiming in, pointing to the datapad] "Also I've included a detailed instruction set too. It explains how to set the units up and operate them." *Bas nods his thanks, flipping through the instructions as Lar Kinn looks over his shoulder.* **Data:** [ever precise, offering a suggestion] "Mr. T'yat, given the standoff outside, it may be prudent to avoid the use of the transporter. The Kolarak is likely monitoring our actions closely. Sending the plans with you aboard the skysled would appear less provocative." *Bas looks visibly relieved at the suggestion, nodding in agreement.* **Bas T'yat:** [grateful] "Thank you, we'd prefer not having our atoms scattered throughout the atmosphere today anyway." **Geordi:** [nodding, humorously] "No problem. We'll make sure the skysled is ready to go." *Data gestures toward the exit of Engineering, indicating it's time to depart.* **Data:** [calmly, but with urgency] "We should make our way to the shuttlebay. There's less than two hours remaining before the Gul's deadline. It's imperative that as many Anarakans as possible receive these plans in time." *Bas and Lar Kinn exchange a look, their expressions set with determination as they follow Data out of Engineering. The camera follows the group as they walk briskly through the corridors of the Enterprise.* **L'anna:** "You'll be sure to tell the Captain and Councilor Troi that we said goodbye?" **Data:** "Of course. And let me say that I find your culture truly intriguing, and hope we get the chance to visit again in the future, no matter if Anarak chooses Federation membership or otherwise." **Bas T'yat:** "You'd be our welcome guest anytime, Mr. Data. I think you'd most enjoy seeing the progress my people have made with robotics and artificial intelligence. My company produces one of the best-selling android assistants on the market." **Data:** "Fascinating. I look forward to it. Here we are." *As they reach the shuttlebay, the large bay doors slide open, revealing the sleek skysled waiting for them. The ship is prepped and ready for launch, its engines humming with quiet power.* **Data:** [pausing as their ship's door opens] "We wish you a safe journey, Mr. T'yat, L'anna, Mr. Kinn." **Bas T'yat:** [nodding, with resolve] "We'll make sure everyone gets these plans. Thank you, Commander Data." *Lar Kinn gives Data a respectful nod before they step onto the skysled. Data watches as they take their positions inside the cockpit. Data then taps his communicator, his voice steady.* **Data:** "Data to the Bridge, our visitors are ready to depart." *The camera cuts to the exterior of the Enterprise, where the massive shuttlebay doors slide open. The skysled, with its sleek design and glowing engines, slowly backs out of the bay, the vastness of space stretching out behind it. As the skysled turns on its main engines, the camera shifts to an interior cabin view, showing Bas and Lar Kinn exchanging a final, determined nod before the vessel speeds downwards towards Anarak.* --- **Scene 9: Bridge** --- *The scene opens 30 minutes later. The tension on the Enterprise bridge is palpable as the Openlink broadcasts Bas's message and the transport inhibitor plans worldwide. The crew watches anxiously as the first inhibitors are swiftly deployed across Anarak. Suddenly, the ship's sensors beep urgently. Worf glances at his console, eyes narrowing.* **Worf:** [alarmed] "Captain, seven additional Cardassian battle cruisers have exited warp and joined Gul Bankar's ship. They're forming up and preparing to engage." **Riker:** "Red alert, forward shields to maximum." *Picard's expression hardens as the Kolarak hails them. Gul Bankar's visage appears on the viewscreen, eyes burning with fury.* **Gul Bankar:** [accusatory] "We've detected the inhibitor plans on their planet-wide network, Picard. You've broken our gentleman's agreement by sharing advanced technology with a primitive civilization. So much for Starfleet ideals! You're no match for us now. Try and stop us at your own peril." *With that, Bankar cuts off communications. Picard stands, frustration etched into his features as the fleet of eight warships begins its descent toward Anarak.* **Data:** [urgently] "Captain, the Cardassian ships are gaining speed and appear to be initiating an attack run on the planet's largest population center. Tens of millions of civilian lives are at risk, more than usual because the defensive turrets are spread out among the greater population. It is not uncommon for them to be placed on rooftops and around housing here." *The crew's tension escalates as the gravity of the situation sinks in. Picard, feeling the weight of command, turns to his officers.* **Picard:** [steady but intense] "Ideas?" **Worf:** "Captain, we could attempt to disable their weapons and transporters, focusing on minimizing their capacity to attack." **Riker:** [shaking his head] "Even so, we're outmatched. Enterprise won't survive against eight battle cruisers." **Troi:** [calm but urgent] "We just need to buy time. To give the Anarakans a chance to fully deploy their defense net. But any kind of engagement from us still risks re-igniting a war with the Cardassians." *Data, ever analytical, speaks up with a grim tone.* **Data:** "Captain, I've run millions of battle scenarios. None result in the Enterprise surviving while saving more than a few dozen lives on the surface. Our current position is untenable." *As the Cardassian warships break through the planet's stratosphere, Ensign Lavelle, stationed at comms, suddenly speaks up.* **Lavelle:** [urgently] "Captain, Bas T'yat has just sent out another message across the planet, warning of the incoming Cardassian fleet." *Picard opens his mouth and lifts his index finger to respond, but he's cut off by a sudden, blinding array of light erupting from the planet's surface, filling up the viewscreen. The bridge crew shields their eyes as the screen fills with thousands of pinpricks of light; an overwhelming launch of nuclear-armed missiles aimed directly at the Cardassian fleet.* **Worf:** [stunned] "Captain, these are nuclear-fission warheads, each with a 10-megaton yield. I've never seen a civilization with this many dirty weapons in active deployment." *The bridge falls silent as the sheer scale of the Anarakan response becomes clear. The entire hemisphere of Anarak has mobilized, proving their incredible capacity for defense, despite the lack of a centralized government.* **Data:** "Fascinating. It could be that no central authority is needed for coordination when the threat is dire. These people all appear to be responding individually with their own weapons." *The first few dozen warheads impact the Cardassian shields, which manage to absorb their blasts. But the onslaught is unrelenting. Hundreds, then thousands of warheads detonate in rapid succession, creating a cataclysmic, sustained explosion. The Cardassian ships, though formidable, are utterly overwhelmed. The viewscreen shows an apocalyptic display; a temporary star forms in Anarak's upper atmosphere, engulfing the entire Cardassian flotilla in an unprecedented, blinding flash.* **Picard:** "Helm, back off our position." *The bridge crew watches in stunned silence as the massive explosion slowly dissipates, leaving nothing but a red afterglow and the eerie silence of space. Power has gone out across the hemisphere on the planet below, but not a single molecule of the Cardassian ships remain. Picard and his crew are left in awe, mingled with a deep sense of disappointment. The enormity of what they've witnessed sinks in; a civilization so welcoming, yet still capable of such destructive power... Sso fundamentally different from the Federation's ideals. Troi closes her eyes tightly and winces, blocking out the pain of all those Cardassian deaths. Picard stands, staring out at the aftermath, the weight of the moment heavy on his shoulders.* **Picard:** [quietly, with a great sense of loss] "Such utter destruction..." *The camera pulls back, showing the Enterprise as a small silhouette against the reddish glow below.* --- **Scene 10: Bridge** --- *The scene opens minutes later with the Enterprise bridge crew still processing the aftermath of the overwhelming display of destructive power. The mood is somber as the reality of what they've witnessed lingers. Suddenly, Bas T'yat's face appears on the viewscreen, his expression a mixture of relief and satisfaction.* **Bas T'yat:** [earnestly] "Captain Picard, I wanted to thank you and your crew for everything. It seems our future is secure now, thanks to the defense network and your assistance. We're eager to move forward and hope the Federation will allow us to engage in commerce with your worlds and other peaceful civilizations." *Picard stands, his gaze steady, though his tone reflects the weight of what has transpired. He pauses for a moment, as if searching for the right words, the bridge falling into a brief, tense silence.* **Picard:** [measured, but firm] "Mister T'yat, I must be candid. While the Enterprise is pleased to have assisted in safeguarding your world, the events of today have left us with grave concerns. The way Anarak handled the Cardassians… particularly the use of nuclear warheads, demonstrates a fundamental difference in values between our societies. We cannot endorse methods that pose such a grave risk to all life, even in defence. The Federation could not, in good conscience, approve your planet for membership given these circumstances." *Bas's expression shifts to one of slight disappointment, but he remains composed.* **Bas T'yat:** "I understand, Captain. We've always been a world that does things our own way. Federation membership would have been a tough sell to my people anyway. But what about trade? Surely we can still establish commerce with Federation worlds?" *Picard nods, his tone softening slightly.* **Picard:** "Trade remains an option. We won't turn away peaceful commerce between Anarak and Federation planets. However, I must stress that the use of nuclear weapons is fundamentally at odds with Federation ethics. While I recognize their role in your planet's defense, I hope that over time, your people will explore more sophisticated and less destructive means of protection." *Bas nods again, understanding the implications of Picard's words.* **Bas T'yat:** "It's clear that today's events were... extreme. The fallout, the EMP blackouts, the atmospheric damage; we've already seen unacceptable cost. I'll do my best to guide my people toward more advanced defenses, and away from reliance on such careless weapons. It will be my penance for leading the Cardassians here." *Troi senses his guilt once again and takes a deep breath. Clearly still shaken by the loss of life, she steadies herself before offering a supportive smile.* **Troi:** "You shouldn't burden yourself with guilt, Mister T'yat. Anarak was bound to take that step sooner or later. What matters now is how you use your newfound role as an ambassador to the stars. Your actions will shape your planet's future in the galaxy." *Bas smiles, clearly grateful for the support.* **Bas T'yat:** "Thank you, Counselor. I'll do my best to live up to that responsibility." *After a few more exchanges, the connection ends, and Bas T'yat's image fades from the viewscreen. Picard takes a deep breath and turns to face his bridge crew.* **Picard:** [reflective] "We've witnessed two amazing displays of power today; one of the explosive variety, and the other of a free people's resolve. It's hard to imagine how their society works with no acceptance of authority, but today they've clearly displayed that they can accomplish amazing things working together even without any." *Worf, still perplexed, shakes his head slightly.* **Worf:** "I still don't understand how an entire planet could coordinate such a specific defense without any central leadership." *Leaning casually against the console, Riker chuckles lightly.* **Riker:** "It was in everyone's best interest, Worf. They just needed Bas's signal to know when the attack was imminent. The rest fell into place." **Worf:** "And how they could hide that many warheads from our scans? Enriched Uranium is the easiest of all elements to scan for." **Data:** "It appears that their stealth technology may be on par with our own." *Picard, his expression thoughtful, gazes out at the stars beyond the viewscreen.* **Picard:** "I'm placing a note in my log for Starfleet to leave this planet alone until they can't be ignored any longer. I believe it's for the best that we leave Anarak to chart its own course in the galaxy." *He pauses, a faint smile tugging at the corner of his mouth.* **Picard:** "I doubt we'll have trouble with them soon, at least, until they meet the Ferengi." *The bridge crew shares a quick laugh and then a quiet moment of contemplation before returning to their stations. The camera pulls back, showing the Enterprise once again poised in the vastness of space, a symbol of hope and integrity amidst the complexities of a vast and unpredictable galaxy. Fade to black.* --- --- --- ****This story is set in the Star Trek universe, created by Gene Roddenberry and owned by Paramount. I do not own any of the characters or settings from the Star Trek franchise, and this is purely a fan-made work for non-commercial purposes.****

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## Money Printing in general First of all, we need to make a distinction between money creation by central banks and fractional-reserve banking. Usually, the term money printing or “printer goes brrrrrr” refers to the creation of new central bank money, which is primarily created by central banks through: * **Open Market Operations**: Buying government securities, which injects money into the banking system by increasing bank reserves. This is often done electronically, not by physically printing money. * **Quantitative Easing (QE)**: Purchasing assets to inject money directly into the economy, aiming to stimulate economic activity by increasing the money supply. * **Setting Reserve Requirement**s: Although less about creating money, lowering reserve requirements can indirectly influence money creation by allowing banks to lend more, but as of recent policy changes, this has been set to zero in some systems, shifting focus to interest rates. * **Interest on Reserves**: By adjusting the interest rate paid on reserves, central banks influence how much banks are willing to lend, thereby indirectly affecting money creation. This is the first step of money creation, although printing money is usually connected to one of the aforementioned processes, the second step creates much more money through the expansion of credit. ## The Mechanics of Fractional-Reserve Banking ### The Concept In fractional-reserve banking, banks accept deposits from customers and only keep a small fraction of these deposits in reserve, lending out the rest. This practice essentially creates new money because: * **Deposits**: When you deposit money, say $1,000, into a bank, that money doesn't just sit there. * **Reserves**: If the reserve requirement is 10%, the bank keeps $100 as reserves. * **Loans**: The remaining $900 can be loaned out. Here's where money creation begins. Note: Current reserve requirements of the FED ([Source](https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/reservereq.htm)) and the ECB ([Source](https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/explainers/tell-me/html/minimum_reserve_req.en.html)) are set at 0% respectively 1%. ### Example Calculation of Money Creation 1. **Initial Deposit**: You deposit $1,000 into Bank A. 2. Bank A's Action: * Keeps $10 (1%) as reserve. * Loans out $990 to another customer. 3. **The $990 Loan**: This $990, when spent, might end up in Bank B as someone's deposit. 4. **Bank B's Action**: * Keeps $9.9 (1% of $990) as reserve. * Can loan out $980.1 5. **Continuation**: This process repeats, with each cycle creating new deposits from loans. The **Deposit Multiplier** (m) can be calculated as: * m = 1 divided by Reserve Ration = 1 / Reserve Ration If the reserve ratio is 1%: * m = 1 / 1% = 1 / 0.01 = 100 This means, theoretically, an initial deposit of $1,000 could expand to: * $1,000 times 100 = $100,000 * However, in practice, this is tempered by factors like cash holdings, loan demand, and banks holding excess reserves. ### Historical and Economic Context * **Evolution from Goldsmiths**: The system has its roots in the practices of goldsmiths who issued notes for gold deposits, which eventually circulated as money. This practice evolved into the modern banking system where notes (now digital entries) represent claims on money. * **Regulation and Central Banking**: Over time, central banks like the Federal Reserve in the U.S. were established to regulate this process, provide stability, and act as lenders of last resort. The Fed's tools include setting reserve requirements, though this has become less relevant with the shift to a 0% reserve requirement. ### Criticisms and Alternatives * **Risk of Bank Runs**: Critics argue that fractional-reserve banking makes the system vulnerable to bank runs, where too many depositors demand their money back at once, which the bank cannot cover since most of the money is loaned out. * **Vollgeld Initiative and Full-Reserve Banking**: Movements like Switzerland's Vollgeld Initiative have proposed shifting to full-reserve banking, where banks must hold 100% of deposits in reserve, preventing them from creating money through lending. However, this would significantly alter how banks operate and make profits. *** Modern Adjustments**: The move to a 0% reserve requirement in the U.S. reflects a shift towards using other monetary policy tools like interest rates on reserves to control money creation and economic stability. ### Real-World Implications * **Money Supply Control**: While banks create money through loans, central banks like the Federal Reserve influence this through monetary policy, adjusting how much money banks can create. * **Economic Stability**: The zero reserve requirement might seem to allow infinite money creation, but in reality, banks are constrained by capital requirements, risk assessments, and economic conditions. ## Conclusion Fractional-reserve banking is a dynamic system that significantly influences economic growth by expanding the money supply through debt. While it allows for economic expansion, it also introduces risks of instability, which central banks attempt to mitigate through various policy tools. Understanding this system helps demystify how money flows and grows within an economy, showcasing both its capacity for economic stimulation and its inherent risks. As we move forward, debates continue on how best to balance these aspects to foster economic stability and growth. In 2009, a new system called Bitcoin emerged that could redefine the rules for money creation.

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## Unified Login Across Platforms With Nostr, you use one login for all services, and your followers are seamlessly integrated. So you don't have start anew on every single platform. I think this is a real advantage of Nostr even for people not accustomed to Bitcoin or decentralization in general. ## Value for Value (V4V) Model Embrace the V4V principle where value is exchanged directly between users. Meaning if you find something useful or anohter nostr user was able to help you then you can simply zap him or her some Sats. ## Blogging Platforms * **Habla or Yakihonne**: Since joining Nostr 8 days ago, I've started blogging using Habla, which I found incredibly user-friendly. You can check out my articles directly on some clients like noStrudel, where they appear under my profile. Habla also serves as a great community explorer. Yakihonne, another comprehensive client with an integrated blog editor, caught my eye too, although it didn't sync all my Habla posts, possibly due to relay issues. * **Highlighter.com**: Offers a sleek interface for reading articles. On noStrudel, articles are tucked away under the "More" menu. ## Presentations * **Slidestr.net**: This tool transforms your notes into a slideshow, making revisiting old notes quite entertaining. ## Video Content * **Flare.pub**: If you're looking for a YouTube-like experience, Flare.pub is the closest you'll get on Nostr. You can upload, watch videos, and curate playlists. Remember, since Nostr is fundamentally text-based, videos are hosted on traditional servers, but the interface remains decentralized. There's definitely room for more video content, so start creating! ## Live Streaming * **Zapstream**: Offers a smooth streaming experience with a fee of 10 Sats per minute to cover server costs. You can watch streams on clients like Amethyst or noStrudel. ## Music and Podcasts * **Wavlake and Tunestr**: Ideal for artists to share music or podcasts. Listeners can enjoy content freely or support creators via zaps, adhering to the V4V model. ## Lists and Grouping * **Listr**: A tool for organizing everything from regional user groups to thematic notes or hashtags. You can also follow lists created by others in the Nostr community. ## Culinary Arts * **zap.cooking**: A haven for aspiring or seasoned chefs, offering a plethora of recipes in a blog format. It's well-organized, allowing you to browse through different categories of recipes. ## Marketplaces * **Plebian Market**: Reminiscent of eBay's early days, this marketplace allows easy buying and selling among users. ## Community Features * Many clients like noStrudel, Habla, and Amethyst support community functionalities, enhancing user interaction within Nostr.

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Bitcoin ถือกำเนิดขึ้นในปี 2009 จากวิสัยทัศน์ของ Satoshi Nakamoto บุคคลหรือกลุ่มบุคคลปริศนา ที่ใฝ่ฝันถึง "เงินสดดิจิทัล" อิสระไร้พรมแดน ไร้การควบคุมจากรัฐบาล ในช่วงแรกเริ่ม Bitcoin เป็นเสมือนเพชรดิบที่ซ่อนตัวอยู่ในเงามืด เป็นที่รู้จักกันเฉพาะในกลุ่มเล็กๆ ที่หลงใหลในเทคโนโลยีและศักยภาพอันไร้ขีดจำกัดของมัน แต่แล้ว Bitcoin ก็เริ่มฉายแสงเจิดจรัส ดึงดูดความสนใจจากผู้คนทั่วโลก ราคาพุ่งทะยานอย่างรวดเร็ว บริษัทและบริการต่างๆ ผุดขึ้นมาราวกับดอกเห็ด ทว่า.. เส้นทางสู่ความสำเร็จของ Bitcoin ไม่ได้โรยด้วยกลีบกุหลาบ Bitcoin ยังต้องเผชิญกับความท้าทายมากมาย ทั้งปัญหาทางเทคนิค ความขัดแย้งภายในชุมชนและการต่อสู้แย่งชิงอำนาจ ## **Blocksize Limit จุดเริ่มต้นของความขัดแย้งและสงคราม Big Blocks VS Small Blocks** ย้อนกลับไปในปี 2010 Satoshi Nakamoto ได้เพิ่ม **"Blocksize Limit"** ซึ่งเป็นข้อจำกัดขนาดของ Block ใน Bitcoin ไว้ที่ 1MB เพื่อป้องกันการโจมตีทางไซเบอร์ในยุคแรกเริ่ม แต่เมื่อ Bitcoin ได้รับความนิยมมากขึ้น ธุรกรรมก็เพิ่มขึ้นอย่างรวดเร็ว Blocksize Limit 1MB เริ่มจะกลายเป็นปัญหา.. เกิดการถกเถียงอย่างดุเดือดในชุมชน Bitcoin ว่าควรเพิ่ม Blocksize Limit หรือไม่ ฝ่าย **"Small Blockers"** นำโดยนักพัฒนา Bitcoin Core ส่วนใหญ่ เชื่อว่า Blocksize Limit ควรคงที่ เพื่อรักษาความปลอดภัยและการกระจายอำนาจ พวกเขากล่าวอ้างว่า Big Blocks จะทำให้ Bitcoinรวมศูนย์อยู่ที่ Miners รายใหญ่ และยากต่อการรัน Full Nodes สำหรับผู้ใช้งานทั่วไป ซึ่งจะบั่นทอนความเป็น Decentralized ของ Bitcoin ฝ่าย **"Big Blockers"** นำโดย Gavin Andresen ผู้สืบทอดตำแหน่งจาก Satoshi Nakamoto และ Mike Hearn เชื่อว่า Bitcoin ควรเติบโตอย่างไม่จำกัด "Big Blocks" คือคำตอบ พวกเขามองว่า Small Blocks จะทำให้ Bitcoin ไม่สามารถรองรับธุรกรรมที่เพิ่มขึ้น ค่าธรรมเนียมจะพุ่งสูงและ Bitcoin จะไม่สามารถใช้งานได้จริงในชีวิตประจำวัน.. ความขัดแย้งนี้สะท้อนให้เห็นถึงวิสัยทัศน์ที่แตกต่างกัน Gavin Andresen ผู้ที่เคยได้รับความไว้วางใจจาก Satoshi รู้สึกผิดหวังที่ Bitcoin Core ไม่ยอมเพิ่ม Blocksize Limit เขาเชื่อมั่นว่า Bitcoin ควรเป็นระบบการชำระเงินที่ใช้งานได้จริง รวดเร็ว และมีค่าธรรมเนียมต่ำ ## **Blockstream บริษัทผู้ทรงอิทธิพลและความกังวลเรื่องผลประโยชน์ทับซ้อน** ปี 2014 กลุ่มนักพัฒนา Bitcoin Core บางส่วนได้ก่อตั้งบริษัท **Blockstream** (นำโดย Adam Back) พวกเขาเน้นการพัฒนาเทคโนโลยี Blockchain และกลายเป็นที่มถกเถียงว่าอิทธิพลอย่างมากต่อ Bitcoin Core Blockstream สนับสนุน "Small Blocks" เช่นเดียวกับ Bitcoin Core พวกเขาพัฒนา **"Sidechains"** ซึ่งเป็น Blockchain แยกต่างหากที่เชื่อมต่อกับ Bitcoin เช่น **Liquid Network Sidechains** ซึ่งช่วยให้ Blockstream สามารถเก็บค่าธรรมเนียมจากธุรกรรมและขายบริการให้กับองค์กรหรือบริษัทต่างๆ ได้ ความสัมพันธ์อันใกล้ชิดระหว่าง Blockstream และ Bitcoin Core ทำให้เกิดความกังวลขึ้นในชุมชน Bitcoin ในขณะนั้นว่า Blockstream อาจมีผลประโยชน์ทับซ้อนและต้องการให้ Bitcoin คงขนาดเล็ก เพื่อผลักดันให้คนใช้งาน "Sidechains" ของพวกเขา ## **BitcoinXT และ Bitcoin Classic ความพยายามแก้ไข Blocksize ที่ถูกต่อต้าน** ปี 2015 Mike Hearn และ Gavin Andresen ตัดสินใจเสนอทางออกด้วยการสร้าง **"BitcoinXT"** ซอฟต์แวร์ Bitcoin เวอร์ชั่นใหม่ที่ **เพิ่ม Blocksize Limit เป็น 8MB** แต่ BitcoinXT ถูกต่อต้านอย่างรุนแรงจากฝ่าย Small Blockers Bitcoin.org เว็บไซต์หลักของ Bitcoin และ r/Bitcoin ฟอรัมหลักของ Bitcoin ได้เซ็นเซอร์ BitcoinXT ไม่ให้ปรากฏ เกิดการโจมตีทางไซเบอร์ที่มุ่งเป้าไปที่ BitcoinXT โดยตรง Coinbase บริษัทแลกเปลี่ยน Cryptocurrency รายใหญ่ ประกาศสนับสนุน BitcoinXT แต่กลับถูกถอดออกจาก Bitcoin.org ต่อมา **Bitcoin Classic** ถูกสร้างขึ้นเป็นอีกหนึ่งทางเลือก แต่ก็ล้มเหลวเช่นกัน เนื่องจาก Bitcoin Core ยังคงมีอิทธิพลอย่างมากในชุมชน Bitcoin ในช่วงเวลานั้น.. ## **Hong Kong Agreement และ New York Agreement ความพยายามประนีประนอมที่ไม่ลงตัว** ปี 2016 และ 2017 เกิดความพยายามในการประนีประนอมระหว่างฝ่าย Small Blocks และ Big Blockers ถึงสองครั้ง คือ "Hong Kong Agreement" และ "New York Agreement" ทั้งสองข้อตกลงมีเป้าหมายที่จะเปิดใช้งาน **SegWit** และ **เพิ่ม Blocksize Limit เป็น 2MB** แต่ Bitcoin Core ไม่ทำตามสัญญาในการเพิ่ม Blocksize Limit ทำให้ข้อตกลงล้มเหลว ความล้มเหลวของข้อตกลงทั้งสอง สะท้อนให้เห็นถึงความไม่ไว้วางใจระหว่างสองฝ่าย และความยากลำบากในการหาจุดร่วมที่ทุกฝ่ายยอมรับ ## **SegWit ก้าวสำคัญของ Bitcoin และจุดกำเนิดของ Bitcoin Cash** ในที่สุด SegWit ก็ถูกเปิดใช้งานบน Bitcoin ในเดือนสิงหาคม 2017 SegWit เป็น **Soft Fork** ที่เปลี่ยนแปลงวิธีการจัดเก็บข้อมูลใน Block เพื่อเพิ่มประสิทธิภาพและความปลอดภัย SegWit ช่วยแก้ปัญหา **"Transaction Malleability"** ซึ่งเป็นช่องโหว่ด้านความปลอดภัย และปูทางไปสู่การพัฒนา **"Layer 2 solutions"** เช่น **Lightning Network** ในเวลาต่อมา.. อย่างไรก็ตาม.. กลุ่ม "Big Blockers" มองว่า SegWit ไม่ใช่ทางออกที่แท้จริงสำหรับปัญหาการขยายขนาด (พวกเขาต้องการขยายขนาดบล็อกบนเลอเยอร์ฐาน) พวกเขาไม่พอใจที่ Bitcoin Core ไม่ทำตามสัญญาในการเพิ่ม Blocksize Limit ในเดือนสิงหาคม 2017 กลุ่ม "Big Blockers" ได้ทำการ **"Hard Fork"** Bitcoin เพื่อสร้าง **"Bitcoin Cash (BCH)"** ซึ่งอ้างว่ามุ่งสืบทอดจุดมุ่งหมายดั้งเดิมของ Bitcoin ในฐานะ **"เงินสดดิจิทัล"** ## **ความเสี่ยงด้านความปลอดภัย Bug ร้ายแรงใน Bitcoin Core และบทเรียนที่ได้รับ** ในเดือนกันยายน 2018 Awemany นักพัฒนา BCH ค้นพบ Bug ร้ายแรงใน Bitcoin Core (CVE-2018-17144) ซึ่งอาจทำให้เกิดภาวะเงินเฟ้อได้ Bug นี้เกิดจากความผิดพลาดในการเขียนโค้ด และอาจทำให้ผู้ไม่หวังดีสามารถสร้าง Bitcoin ปลอมขึ้นมาได้ Awemany ได้แจ้งเตือนนักพัฒนา Bitcoin Core อย่างเงียบๆ แทนที่จะใช้ประโยชน์จาก Bug นี้ แสดงให้เห็นถึงความรับผิดชอบของเขา และ Bug นี้ได้รับการแก้ไขอย่างรวดเร็ว เหตุการณ์นี้แสดงให้เห็นถึงความสำคัญของการตรวจสอบโค้ดอย่างละเอียด และความจำเป็นของการมีนักพัฒนาจากหลายฝ่ายเพื่อช่วยกันตรวจสอบความถูกต้องของโค้ด นอกจากนี้.. ยังเป็นเครื่องเตือนใจว่าแม้แต่ระบบที่ถูกออกแบบมาอย่างดีก็ยังมีความเสี่ยงด้านความปลอดภัย ## **Bitcoin Cash แตกแยก การ Hard Fork ครั้งที่สอง และบทบาทของ Craig Wright** ในเดือนพฤศจิกายน 2018 Bitcoin Cash (BCH) ได้แตกออกเป็นสองสาย คือ **Bitcoin ABC (BCH)** และ **Bitcoin SV (BSV)** การ Hard Fork นี้เกิดจากความขัดแย้งระหว่างกลุ่มนักพัฒนา Bitcoin ABC นำโดย Amaury Séchet และกลุ่ม Bitcoin SV นำโดย Craig Wright ผู้ที่อ้างว่าเป็น Satoshi Nakamoto 🤔 ความขัดแย้งหลักคือเรื่องขนาดของ Block และทิศทางการพัฒนา Bitcoin Cash กลุ่ม Bitcoin SV ต้องการเพิ่มขนาด Block อย่างมาก ในขณะที่กลุ่ม Bitcoin ABC ต้องการปรับปรุง Bitcoin Cash ในด้านอื่นๆ เช่น Smart Contracts Craig Wright มีบทบาทสำคัญในการผลักดัน Bitcoin SV เขาเชื่อมั่นว่า Bitcoin ควรเป็นไปตามวิสัยทัศน์ดั้งเดิมของ Satoshi Nakamoto โดยเน้นที่การเป็น "เงินสดอิเล็กทรอนิกส์แบบ peer-to-peer" การ Hard Fork นี้แสดงให้เห็นถึงความหลากหลายของความคิดเห็นในชุมชน Cryptocurrency และความยากลำบากในการหาจุดร่วมที่ทุกฝ่ายยอมรับ นอกจากนี้.. ยังสะท้อนให้เห็นถึงความท้าทายในการกำหนดทิศทางของ Cryptocurrency ในอนาคตอีกด้วย ## **Bitcoin ในปัจจุบัน เส้นทางสู่ทองคำดิจิทัล และวิวัฒนาการของเทคโนโลยี** หลังจากการ Hard Fork ของ Bitcoin Cash Bitcoin ได้ก้าวเข้าสู่ยุคใหม่ Bitcoin ได้รับการยอมรับมากขึ้นในวงกว้าง มีมูลค่าตลาดสูง และถูกมองว่าเป็น **"ทองคำดิจิทัล"** ที่สามารถใช้เก็บรักษามูลค่าในระยะยาว (Store of Value) การพัฒนา **Lightning Network** เป็นก้าวสำคัญในการแก้ปัญหาเรื่องค่าธรรมเนียมและความเร็วในการทำธุรกรรม Lightning Network เป็น **"Second Layer"** ที่สร้างขึ้นบน Bitcoin Blockchain ช่วยให้สามารถทำธุรกรรมได้รวดเร็วขึ้น มีค่าธรรมเนียมต่ำ และมีความเป็นส่วนตัวสูง อย่างไรก็ตาม.. Lightning Network ยังคงต้องเผชิญกับความท้าทาย เช่น ปัญหาเรื่องการบริหารจัดการ Liquidity และความซับซ้อนในการใช้งาน นอกจาก Lightning Network แล้ว ยังมีการพัฒนาเทคโนโลยีอื่นๆ ที่ช่วยเพิ่มขีดความสามารถของ Bitcoin เช่น **Taproot** ซึ่งเป็น Soft Fork ที่ช่วยเพิ่มความเป็นส่วนตัว และ **Schnorr signatures** ซึ่งเป็น Digital Signature แบบใหม่ที่ช่วยลดขนาดของธุรกรรมให้เล็กลง นอกจากนี้.. ยังเริ่มมีการพัฒนา DeFi (Decentralized Finance) บน Bitcoin และ Bitcoin Ordinals ซึ่งเป็นวิธีการใหม่ในการฝังข้อมูลลงใน Bitcoin Blockchain Bitcoin ยังคงถูกนำไปใช้ในประเทศอื่นๆ นอกจาก El Salvador และมีความพยายามในการแก้ปัญหาความกังวลด้านสิ่งแวดล้อมจากการขุด Bitcoin ## **บทเรียนจากมหากาพย์แห่งวิวัฒนาการ** ประวัติศาสตร์ Bitcoin สอนให้เรารู้ว่า.. เทคโนโลยี Blockchain มีศักยภาพในการเปลี่ยนแปลงโลก แต่เส้นทางสู่ความสำเร็จนั้นก็ไม่ได้โรยด้วยกลีบกุหลาบ ความขัดแย้ง การต่อสู้แย่งชิงอำนาจ และการตัดสินใจที่ยากลำบาก ล้วนเป็นส่วนหนึ่งของการเดินทาง สิ่งที่สำคัญที่สุดคือ.. เราต้องศึกษา ทำความเข้าใจ และอาจมีส่วนร่วมในการกำหนดทิศทางของเทคโนโลยีนี้ เพื่อให้ Blockchain สามารถสร้างประโยชน์สูงสุดให้กับมวลมนุษยชาติต่อไป # **เจาะลึกวิวัฒนาการของ Bitcoin การ Soft Forks, Hard Forks และมุมมองที่แตกต่าง** ## **SegWit, Taproot และ Soft Forks อื่นๆ การปรับปรุง Bitcoin อย่างนุ่มนวล** Bitcoin Core ไม่ได้หยุดนิ่งอยู่กับที่ นักพัฒนาได้ทำงานอย่างต่อเนื่องเพื่อปรับปรุง Bitcoin ให้ดีขึ้น โดยใช้ **"Soft Forks"** ซึ่งเป็นการอัพเกรดที่เข้ากันได้กับซอฟต์แวร์เวอร์ชั่นเก่า ### **SegWit (Segregated Witness)** เปิดตัวในปี 2017 SegWit เป็นเหมือนการจัดระเบียบข้อมูลใน Block ใหม่ ย้ายส่วนที่เรียกว่า "Witness data" (ข้อมูลลายเซ็น) ออกไปไว้ข้างนอก ทำให้มีพื้นที่ว่างใน Block มากขึ้น รองรับธุรกรรมได้มากขึ้น และลดค่าธรรมเนียมได้ SegWit ยังช่วยแก้ปัญหา "Transaction Malleability" ซึ่งเป็นช่องโหว่ด้านความปลอดภัยและปูทางไปสู่การพัฒนา Lightning Network ### **Taproot** เปิดตัวในปี 2021 Taproot เป็น Soft Fork ที่ช่วยเพิ่มความเป็นส่วนตัว และประสิทธิภาพของ Bitcoin Taproot ทำให้ธุรกรรมที่ซับซ้อน เช่น Smart Contracts มีขนาดเล็กลงและยากต่อการแยกแยะจากธุรกรรมทั่วไป Soft Forks อื่นๆ ที่ Bitcoin Core ได้นำมาใช้ เช่น BIP 65 (CheckLockTimeVerify) และ BIP 112 (CSV) ช่วยเพิ่มความยืดหยุ่นในการใช้งาน Bitcoin และปูทางไปสู่การพัฒนาฟังก์ชันใหม่ๆ ## **Hard Forks เส้นทางที่แตกต่างและการถือกำเนิดของเหรียญใหม่** ในขณะที่ Soft Forks เป็นการอัพเกรดที่นุ่มนวล **"Hard Forks"** นั้นนับว่าเป็นการเปลี่ยนแปลงครั้งใหญ่ ที่ทำให้เกิดสาย Blockchain ใหม่และเหรียญใหม่ ### **Bitcoin XT (2015)** เป็นความพยายามครั้งแรกในการเพิ่ม Blocksize Limit โดย Mike Hearn และ Gavin Andresen Bitcoin XT เสนอให้เพิ่ม Blocksize Limit เป็น 8MB แต่ถูกต่อต้านอย่างรุนแรง และไม่ประสบความสำเร็จ ### **Bitcoin Classic (2016)** เป็นอีกหนึ่งความพยายามในการเพิ่ม Blocksize Limit โดยเสนอให้เพิ่มเป็น 2MB แต่ก็ล้มเหลวเช่นกัน ### **Bitcoin Unlimited (2016)** เสนอให้ Miners สามารถกำหนด Blocksize Limit ได้เอง แต่มีข้อบกพร่องด้านความปลอดภัย และไม่เป็นที่ยอมรับในวงกว้าง ### **Bitcoin Cash (BCH) (2017)** เกิดจากการ Hard Fork ของ Bitcoin โดยกลุ่ม "Big Blockers" ที่ไม่พอใจที่ Bitcoin Core ไม่ยอมเพิ่ม Blocksize Limit Bitcoin Cash เพิ่ม Blocksize Limit เป็น 8MB และมุ่งเน้นที่การเป็น "เงินสดดิจิทัล" ที่ใช้งานได้จริง ### **Bitcoin SV (BSV) (2018)** เกิดจากการ Hard Fork ของ Bitcoin Cash โดยกลุ่มที่นำโดย **Craig Wright** ผู้ที่อ้างว่าเป็น Satoshi Nakamoto Bitcoin SV ต้องการเพิ่มขนาด Block อย่างมาก และกลับไปสู่วิสัยทัศน์ดั้งเดิมของ Bitcoin ### **Bitcoin ABC (2020)** เกิดจากการ Hard Fork ของ Bitcoin Cash โดยกลุ่มนักพัฒนา Bitcoin ABC ที่ต้องการเปลี่ยนแปลงกลไกการระดมทุน Bitcoin ABC ถูกเปลี่ยนชื่อเป็น eCash ในภายหลัง ## **มุมมองที่แตกต่าง Bitcoin ถูก "แย่งชิง" หรือไม่?** หนังสือ **"Hijacking Bitcoin"** โดย Roger Ver นำเสนอมุมมองที่แตกต่างจาก Bitcoin Maximalists Roger Ver เชื่อว่า Bitcoin ถูก **"แย่งชิง"** โดยกลุ่มนักพัฒนา Bitcoin Core และ Blockstream ที่ต้องการเปลี่ยนแปลง Bitcoin จาก "เงินสดดิจิทัล" ให้กลายเป็น **"สินทรัพย์เก็บมูลค่า"** Roger Ver วิพากษ์วิจารณ์ Bitcoin Core ในหลายประเด็น เช่น.. ### **การไม่ยอมเพิ่ม Blocksize Limit** Roger Ver เชื่อว่า Bitcoin Core จงใจจำกัดการเติบโตของ Bitcoin เพื่อผลักดันให้คนใช้งาน Sidechains ของ Blockstream ### **การเซ็นเซอร์ข้อมูล** Roger Ver กล่าวหาว่า Bitcoin Core เซ็นเซอร์ข้อมูลและปิดกั้นการสนทนาเกี่ยวกับ Big Blocks บนแพลตฟอร์มต่างๆ ### **การต่อต้านนวัตกรรม** Roger Ver เชื่อว่า Bitcoin Core ต่อต้านนวัตกรรม และไม่ยอมรับการเปลี่ยนแปลงที่อาจทำให้ Bitcoin ดีขึ้น ### **การควบคุมโดยกลุ่มเล็กๆ** Roger Ver มองว่า Bitcoin Core ถูกควบคุมโดยกลุ่มเล็กๆ ที่ไม่คำนึงถึงความต้องการของชุมชน Bitcoin Roger Ver สนับสนุน Bitcoin Cash ซึ่งเขาเชื่อว่าเป็น Bitcoin ที่แท้จริง ที่สืบทอดวิสัยทัศน์ดั้งเดิมของ Satoshi Nakamoto ## **บทสรุป:** การต่อสู้แย่งชิง Bitcoin และการเกิดขึ้นของ Hard Forks ต่างๆ เป็นส่วนหนึ่งของวิวัฒนาการของ Cryptocurrency มุมมองที่แตกต่าง ความขัดแย้ง และการแข่งขัน ล้วนเป็นแรงผลักดันให้ Bitcoin และ Cryptocurrency อื่นๆ พัฒนาต่อไป สุดท้ายแล้ว.. เราคงไม่อาจตัดสินได้ว่าฝ่ายใดคิดถูกหรือฝ่ายใดผิด **"เสียงของตลาด** จะช่วยทำหน้าที่ให้คำตอบนั้นกับเรา ว่าแท้ที่จริงแล้วผู้คนกำลังต้องการอะไรกันแน่.. ลองมองไปที่มูลค่าของแต่ละแนวคิด มองไปที่ Network effect และกำลังการขุด มองไปที่การยอมรับและความเชื่อมั่นของผู้คน เหล่านี้ล้วนเป็นข้อบ่งชี้ที่เห็นได้ง่าย.. เพราะนั่นคือเสียงแห่งการเพรียกหาอิสรภาพ และอธิปไตยทางการเงินที่แท้จริง.. — Jakk Goodday

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_This is a copy of the email received from newsletter@Rumble.com_  # Free Speech Under Attack -- A Note from the CEO of Rumble Dear Rumble Users, I don't typically send messages to our users through email, but red lines have been crossed. There have been major developments with free speech platforms, and I feel it’s important to let everyone know what is going on and how you can help Rumble. Rumble is no longer available to the citizens of Brazil, joining the ranks of France, Russia, and China. From media reports, Brazil no longer has Elon Musk's X due to attacks on free speech by Alexandre De Moreas, a justice of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court. World powers don’t want Rumble, they don’t want X, they don’t want Telegram, and they don't want Truth Social. They want to control information, but our companies won’t let them. There are no other large companies fighting for freedom like we are. We put everything on the line for it, and the Telegram CEO was recently arrested for it. Advertisers boycott our companies to try and cut our economic lifeline, but they underestimate our support among the people. The people keep us alive and keep us going. If you want to help us, join Rumble Premium. If Rumble Premium gets big enough, you help us change the game and fight for freedom of expression. We are also offering a $10 dicount for any new annual subscribers when they use the promo code "brazil". Sincerely, Chris Pavlovski Chairman and CEO of Rumble  444 Gulf of Mexico Dr. Longboat Key, FL 34228, USA.

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Nyms, Personas, and Digital Identity #GHOSTn If you want #privacy then embrace compartmentlization and obscuration in your digital life. Get used to having multiple identities that you can switch between for various needs. Your legal "matrix" name that pays taxes and has no controversal opinions or associations. Don't try to obscure this person. They are a open book. Put your best foot forward. Show them what you want them to see. Your private online persona. You let your hair down, have hot takes on social media, purchase legal but potentially embarrassing items or just have hobbies and associations that you are not ashamed of but don't want to advertise for some reason. You use a VPN and no kyc sudo anonymous accounts. Have fun but don't go crazy, know that on a long enough timeline this persona will be linked back to you. The more connections and data that you put out there the easier this will be. Your anonymous nym that only uses #tor, VMs, hidden drives, and rarely used accounts. Plausible deniability is baked in. Used by dissidents, freedom fights, truth to power, and anyone in oppressive regimes. Finally you have your Nemo. This person does not exist. No name, no files and only uses #Tails or disposable systems that does not leave a trace. Not everyone would ever have a need for a Nemo but it is good to know how to just in case you ever do.

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Encryption is the promethium fire that the cypherpunks secured from heaven for me and you. It is our sacred duty to use and advance that in the world. Encryption is so powerful that governments tried to keep it away from the people and to this day have tried to weaken and backdoor it at every turn. So what is encryption? It is a deep deep rabbit hole and involves a lot of numbers but in a nutshell it uses math to scramble up the data of your file so it is gibberish and can't be read without decrypting it back to regular data. Encryption technology has continued to advance over time and cracking technology to break the encryption has as well. For our purposes all you really need to remember is to use modern cyphers and your encryption is really only going to be as good as the password (use a passphrase) strength you are using to lock it down with. > BEGINNER LEVEL - Encrypt your phone and computer. People walk around with their whole lives on their phone. Protect it. -phone: Congratulations, if you already have a lock screen set on either your iPhone or Android device then device encryption is enabled. If your lock screen password is only 4 digits then we still have work to do. Four digits is only about 10,000 combinations and fairly easy to crack. I believe it only took them about 40 minutes to crack the iPhone of the attempted Trump shooter. Go into settings and set it up for 6 digits or for extra credit use a alphanumeric password. After your phone then your personal computer probably has the most important data to you. Banking records, tax documents, photos, etc. Encrypt your drive. -Windows: from Settings, select Privacy security -> Device encryption. Just follow the prompts. -Apple: from Apple icon, select System Preferences -> Security & Privacy icon. Click "Turn On FileVault". -Linux: most distros gives you the option during installation. If you didn't do so then search for how to enable it after the fact based on your distribution. Awesome sauce. You have achieved minimum status. > ADVANCED LEVEL - Encrypt individual files. You already encrypted your computer but guess what, once you start up your computer and log in the key is stored in RAM for as long as it stays on. The beginner level encryption protects your computer when it is off and it means no one can just steal your hard drive and access your files. This is good, but what if someone grabs you while you're sitting there working on it? What if you leave it in sleep mode and not turned off? Then that whole disk encryption is not really going to help you. What if you had individual files that you consider more secret than the others? That finance spreadsheet or that special pic your spouse sent you? That's where individual file encryption comes in. You are just scrolling nostr when they grab you, your computer is on, and unlocked, but those special files are still safely encrypted. I will share with you one of my favorite small programs: Picocrypt. Download the Paranoid pack and store it in multiple drives, email accounts, and cloud storage. That way you will always have a copy to decrypt any files that you stored away. Use it to encrypt any files that you feel need extra attention. It is also very useful for encrypting any files that you intend to store online in cloud storage. You do encrypt your files that are stored online don't you? Yes, even with the company that offers "encrypted" storage. Don't trust their encryption, use your own. > EXPERT LEVEL - Encrypt containers and hidden containers. What if you want to encrypt several files and keep them all together in like a folder or container? That's where Veracrypt comes in. Free, open source, cross platform, and powerful. Veracrypt allows you to create encrypted containers from any file that act like individual drives that can be mounted or unmounted as needed. You can name these files anything that you want, move them around or delete like any file, and make as many as you want. This allows you to have compartmentation of your files and drives. Next trick, Veracrypt allows you to create a hidden container inside that container. Enter one passphrase and you open the encrypted container. Enter a different passphrase and you open a different hidden container. This allows deniability. When they grab you and start pulling your fingernails off until you tell them the password to open the encrypted container, give it to them. They don't have to know that there is another hidden one under that. These features allow you to do all sorts of interesting things only limited by your need and imagination. What if you have a container named as some random config file in your /etc folder? What if you just encrypted a removable storage drive? What if you have multiple hard drives on your computer that have multiple containers and hidden containers? What if you have a hidden container that can only be accessed from booting up in a amnesiac OS like Tails leaving no trace that the files exist or trail that they were ever accessed? Go crazy, have fun. > NEMO - Failsafe Nemo has no files, encrypted or otherwise. If they did you couldn't prove it. Nemo does use something like Tails that retains no memory from boot to boot. Nemo also uses a failsafe. A simple lanyard attached to the flashdrive running the OS and the other end around their wrist while they work. When you try to separate them from the computer the flashdrive pulls out and everything is gone. > > Using these programs you can create a layered and compartmentlized approach to your encryption scheme. There are also plenty of other encryption programs to check out such as Cryptomator, AES Crypt, etc > Last point and most important: Encryption is only as good as the passphrase you use to lock it down. Use a shitty password and it doesn't matter how uncrackable your encryption is.

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# Lesson 3: Arrays, Objects, and Callbacks ### Arrays: Lists of Things Arrays are ordered lists of values. They're perfect for storing multiple related items, like a list of your favorite cat toys: ```javascript var catToys = ["mouse", "ball", "laser pointer"]; console.log(catToys[0]); // Prints "mouse" ``` ### Objects: Grouping Related Information Objects allow you to group related information together. They're like detailed profiles for each of your cat friends: ```javascript var myCat = { name: "Fluffy", age: 3, favoriteFood: "tuna" }; console.log(myCat.name); // Prints "Fluffy" ``` ### Callbacks: Doing Things Later Callbacks are functions that are executed after another function has finished. They're useful for handling asynchronous operations, like waiting for your cat to finish eating before giving it a treat: ```javascript function feedCat(callback) { console.log("Feeding the cat..."); setTimeout(function() { console.log("Cat has finished eating!"); callback(); }, 2000); } feedCat(function() { console.log("Time for a treat!"); }); ``` This code simulates feeding a cat, waiting 2 seconds, and then giving it a treat. Remember, learning JavaScript is a journey. Take your time, practice regularly, and soon you'll be coding like a pro cat!

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# Lesson 2: Functions and Loops ### Functions: Your Own Commands Functions are reusable blocks of code that perform specific tasks. They're like teaching your cat a new trick: ```javascript function meow(times) { for (var i = 0; i < times; i++) { console.log("Meow!"); } } meow(3); // This will print "Meow!" three times ``` ### Built-in Functions JavaScript comes with many built-in functions. For example, `console.log()` is a function that prints things to the console: ```javascript console.log("I'm a cat!"); ``` ### Loops: Repeating Tasks Loops allow you to repeat a task multiple times without writing the same code over and over. It's like telling your cat to chase its tail for a specific number of rounds: ```javascript for (var i = 0; i < 5; i++) { console.log("Chasing tail, round " + (i + 1)); } ``` This will print "Chasing tail, round X" five times, where X goes from 1 to 5.

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I do this every year, and every year I get at least one correct. [Last year](https://www.realmansports.com/p/grading-my-bold-predictions-e72?utm_source=publication-search), I got exactly one correct and unfortunately it was the surefire prediction that not all of them would be right, i.e., I got really zero correct. But that just goes to show how bold they were. These aren’t layups, more like three pointers and half-court shots. I fared much better the [previous](https://www.realmansports.com/p/grading-my-bold-predictions) two [years](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article/east-coast-offense-grading-my-predictions-61196), so hopefully these will get back on track. *(Actually, probably better to just link to all of them for full transparency: [2023](https://www.realmansports.com/p/grading-my-bold-predictions-e72?utm_source=publication-search), [2022](https://www.realmansports.com/p/grading-my-bold-predictions), [2021](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article/east-coast-offense-grading-my-predictions-61196), [2020](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article.php?id=54494), [2019](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article.php?id=48921), [2018,](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article.php?id=41171) [2017](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article.php?id=37079), [2016](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article.php?id=31269), [2015](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article.php?id=26515), [2014](https://www.rotowire.com/football/article.php?id=22258).) I’m not going to argue it matters, or that anyone even clicks through on these, but I want to pat myself on the back for being so organized in archiving my old work.)* 1. **Stefon Diggs leads the Texans in targets, catches and receiving yards** Right now, he’s getting drafted more than a round behind Nico Collins and less than a round ahead of Tank Dell. Diggs is 30, but he was one of the league’s best receivers until halfway through last year when the Bills made an offensive play-calling change. Moreover, Diggs is getting paid $22.5 million, so the Texans obviously don’t think he’s washed up, and he’s also in a contract year. 2. **CJ Stroud leads the NFL is passing yards** This is +600 on DraftKings, so the real odds are probably north of 8:1. Stroud adds Diggs to his receiving corps, doesn’t run much and heads into Year 2. 3. **Roman Wilson (ADP 211) has more receptions than George Pickens (ADP 47)** Pickens is a boom or bust downfield playmaker, not high-target alpha, and Wilson is a good fit for the slot for the Steelers new QBs. Think Martavis Bryant not Antonio Brown. (Not that Wilson is Brown!) Van Jefferson isn’t good, and someone will need to fill the void. Moreover, because Pittsburgh has new QBs, neither has an existing rapport with the incumbent Pickens. 4. **DeAndre Hopkins (ADP 82) out produces Calvin Ridley (ADP 54) in PPR** Hopkins wasn’t terrible last year, has a rapport with Will Levis and is a future Hall of Famer who can still run routes. Ridley is already 29 and is just a guy outside of his monster season in 2020. 5. **The Giants will field a top-10 fantasy defense.** I’ve been crushed by my homer bold predictions in the past, but they added Brian Burns to a rush that already had Dexter Lawrence and Kayvon Thibodeaux, the offense should be on the field more and generate some leads with a real playmaking receiver in Malik Nabers. 6. **One of the following Year 2 receivers will finish in the top-15 PPR: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Jayden Reed, Jordan Addison, Dontayvion Wicks, Michael Wilson, Josh Downs, Andrei Iosivas, Quentin Johnston, Marvin Mims, Jalin Hyatt** I make this prediction every year, and it often pans out as Year 2 is when receivers typically make the leap. I left out Tank Dell because he’s now got a fifth-round ADP, as well as the obvious ones: Zay Flowers, Rashee Rice and Puka Nacua. 7. **Rome Odunze (ADP 77) will outproduce Xavier Worthy (ADP 59)** Both receivers enter crowded situations, and while Worthy’s is far better, he’s also got essentially the same skill-set as teammate Marquise Brown. Moreover, Andy Reid rarely entrusts rookies with large roles, especially early on. Odunze is 6-3, 215 and has the pedigree of a true NFL alpha, while Worthy weighs only 165 pounds at 5-11. Finally, Patrick Mahomes already has an established rapport with both Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice, while Odunze gets a more open competition with the Bears veteran WRs, given all three will play with Caleb Williams for the first time. 8. **Dalvin Cook will lead the Cowboys in rushing yards** Cook is 29 and looked beyond “cooked” last year on the Jets, but his 3.3 YPC was on a small sample (67 carries), and prior to that, he’d been very good for the Vikings. At the very least he should have fresh legs, and he’d only need to beat out the ancient Ezekiel Elliott and Rico Dowdle. (Of course, Cook would have to be promoted from the practice squad first, so I really should hedge and make the prediction “neither Elliott, nor Dowdle will lead the Cowboys in rushing yards,” but I’ll push it and say it’s Cook.) 9. **Jonathan Taylor (ADP12 ) will lead the NFL in rushing yards.** He’s got little competition in the Indy backfield and a running QB who should open lanes for him. Draft Kings has him at +600, so his real odds are probably about 10:1, but I’d take him over the favored Christian McCaffrey (age/mileage) and all the other backs who are more hybrid types or old (Derrick Henry.) 10. **Dalton Kincaid (TE4) will lead all TE in catches** I guess this is a chalky pick because he and Kelce are both favored at the position at +3000, while Evan Engram is +5000! (I’d way rather bet on Engram at those odds.) But straight up, I’m going with Kincaid who is likely Josh Allen’s de facto No. 1 target with Diggs gone. In his final 11 regular season games Kincaid had 56 catches which prorates to 87 catches over the full year. And rookie tight ends rarely do anything and often make a leap in Year 2. 11. **Some of these predictions will be wrong** No one’s perfect, but you never want to get shut out.

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In traditional investment wisdom, diversification is the mantra chanted by financial advisors worldwide. It's the strategy to spread risk across various assets to mitigate losses. However, when it comes to Bitcoin, some argue this principle might not apply in the same way. Here's why: ## 1. Bitcoin's Unique Value Proposition Bitcoin, often dubbed "digital gold," has several attributes that set it apart from other investments: * **Finite Supply**: With a cap at 21 million coins, Bitcoin's scarcity is programmed into its code, mirroring the scarcity of gold but with even more certainty. This scarcity can drive value as demand increases over time, especially in an economic environment where fiat currencies are subject to inflation. * **Decentralization**: Unlike stocks or real estate, Bitcoin isn't tied to any central authority or physical asset that can fail or be manipulated by a single entity. This decentralization reduces the risk of systemic failure that affects traditional markets. * **Global Liquidity and Accessibility**: Bitcoin can be bought, sold, and transferred anywhere in the world, 24/7, with internet access. This global liquidity means Bitcoin can be more easily converted to other assets if needed, somewhat reducing the need for diversification. ## 2. The Risk-Reward Balance * **Volatility as Opportunity**: While Bitcoin's volatility is often cited as a risk, for the informed investor, this volatility represents opportunities for significant gains. Those who understand Bitcoin's cycles might prefer to ride these waves rather than dilute potential gains through diversification into less volatile assets. * **Long-term Appreciation**: Historical data suggests Bitcoin has provided substantial returns over the long term compared to most traditional investments. If one believes in Bitcoin's future as a dominant store of value, holding a diversified portfolio might mean missing out on Bitcoin's potential upside. ## 3. Bitcoin as a Diversifier Ironically, Bitcoin itself serves as a diversification tool within traditional investment portfolios. Its price movements have shown low correlation with stocks, bonds, and even gold at times, suggesting that Bitcoin can diversify an investment portfolio on its own. ## 4. The Philosophical Shift * **Trust in Code Over Corporations**: Investing heavily in Bitcoin might reflect a philosophical shift towards trusting mathematical algorithms over corporate governance or government policy. Here, diversification within the crypto space might seem less necessary if one views Bitcoin as the pinnacle of what cryptocurrency should be. * **A Bet on a New Financial System**: Holding Bitcoin exclusively can be seen as a bet on a new financial paradigm where Bitcoin becomes the standard. In this vision, diversification into other assets might be counterproductive. ## 5. Potential Result Upon reviewing the arguments and characteristics, one might conclude that Bitcoin is pursuing a dual trajectory. Firstly, its value increases partly because it remains a novel asset, not yet mainstream among the general populace. Secondly, Bitcoin is poised to absorb the value preservation function from other assets. This means that individuals who invest in stocks, bonds, real estate, commodities, etc., primarily for their value storage capabilities rather than their intrinsic utility (such as residing in a property), might transition to Bitcoin. This shift could consequently diminish the demand for these traditional assets and increase the value of Bitcoin respectively. ## 6. Caveats and Considerations * **Not Without Risks**: This approach isn't without its perils. Bitcoin's future is not guaranteed, and regulatory, technological, or market shifts could impact its value negatively. * **Liquidity Needs**: Individual financial situations might require liquidity or income generation that Bitcoin alone might not provide efficiently. * **Emotional Discipline**: A Bitcoin-only strategy requires immense discipline and conviction, as the emotional toll of not diversifying can be high during market downturns. ## Conclusion The argument for not diversifying if you hold Bitcoin hinges on its unique properties, the potential for high returns, and its role as a hedge against inflation and traditional financial systems. However, this strategy suits those with a high risk tolerance, a deep understanding of Finance, Economics and Investments, and a belief in Bitcoin's future dominance. For everyone else, while Bitcoin can be a significant part of a portfolio, traditional diversification might still offer peace of mind and stability. Remember, investment strategies should align with personal financial goals, risk tolerance, and market understanding. Always consider consulting with a financial advisor for personalized advice.

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As the World continues to create more and more NEW regulations. And as free speech get attacked from every angle. Bonafide business owners, especially importers will need to find ways to migrate sales offerings of goods and services. It feels like the majority of business owners have to really take this seriously. Obviously so many different methods are used around the World already, but when the upcoming new mandatory vaccinations, vaccine passport travel restrictions really hit, businesses will have to jump to more selling online. SN, Nostr and other unknown communication methods are Paramount. As usual it feels like no one is taking free speech attacks seriously. The amount of postings my customers around the World do daily on WhatsApp, LINE (Asia), Telegram, Twitter will move where it is allowed to move. Feels like there's an ongoing increase in the attack not just on the West, but from WITHIN the West. Regardless if you retail, wholesale, manufacture, are an agent we try hard to be pro active on marketing on multiple methods. It seems very logical that in the future Nostr and SN will pick up International users as a way to get their goods posted somehow someway. Examples Customers in these regions I deal with primarily communicate with me in Japan, Thailand using LINE and Tik Tok daily. Most of the rest of the World communicate with me using WhatsApp. Certain parts of Eastern Europe and Asia Telegram. Interestingly my resellers in the USA primarily post on WhatsApp. Westerners especially Americans seem to have enough money, they are not hungry for making more money, or increasing their business growth, they think everything is ok. "We will always be okay, there will NEVER be a Worldwide depression, recession, deflation, increased restrictions, they will NEVER force a new vaccine on us again, they will NEVER lock business and us down again". "So I will always have free speech, the politicians told me so". originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/670041

@ 56a6da9b:7f5a2243

IO used to have a lot of content and now the only thing that shows up is my fouintain stuff. when i go into other nostr things it's not there anymore and i look like an anonymous user with no profile pic, or profile and no activity. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/669994

@ 6bae33c8:607272e8

I did the third and final NFFC Beat Chris Liss league last night, and it was one of the more interesting and aggressive drafts I’ve ever done. I picked from the seven slot. Here are the results: ([Link to livestream](https://www.realmansports.com/p/beat-chris-liss-3-livestream)) <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/269209e3c21e86749662ec594f0344c7aa45073d1c590d61fec611e74e1e15a8.png"> **1.7 Ja’Marr Chase** — I made seven my first choice, but then realized I probably should have gone with four or five, or maybe nine or 10. That’s because if the first six picks went chalk (and they did), I’d be faced with Chase who is holding out for a new contract (and who I have in two other leagues already), Justin Jefferson (new, bad QB) or Garrett Wilson (new QB, never been a Round 1-level WR.) At 1.9 I’d have gotten one of those guys anyway, but earlier picks on the way back. And at 1.4, I’d have gotten a shot at Bijan Robinson for an easier hero-RB build. But I had pick seven, and I tripled-down on Chase because I think it’s very likely he’ll get his extension (or play if he doesn’t), and he’s an all-time talent with a top QB and projects for a massive target share. Plus, if he busts [it’s Alan Seslowsky’s fault](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9n2l5ywZY4M), and having someone to blame is paramount. **2.6 Drake London** — I had it mapped out via ADP that I’d likely get De’Von Achane here, but he went at his min pick (I’m pretty sure) at the 1-2 turn, and so I was scrambling a bit. I really wanted Puka Nacua, who I missed by one pick, considered Cooper Kupp, but ended up going for the ADP-faller London who I had not remotely planned on getting. London obviously benefits from the massive QB upgrade in Atlanta, but it’s an open question whether he’s really an elite receiver or just a good one, and Kyle Pitts could easily emerge as Kurt Cousins favorite target instead. **3.6 DeVonta Smith** — When Derrick Henry went one pick ahead of me, it was between Smith and Jaylen Waddle who I took in [BCL2](https://www.realmansports.com/p/beat-chris-liss-2-77e). Normally I avoid receivers this undersized but Smith has always produced at every level and is locked into his sizeable target share. Plus I read some [Scott Barrett tweets](https://x.com/ScottBarrettDFB/status/1829973477131952161) about how Kellen Moore’s offense boosts the slot receiver a ton and that Smith thrives in the slot and could see more work there. **4.7 Stefon Diggs** — This was ideal. I now have Diggs in all four of my leagues so far. Maybe he’s hit a cliff at age 30, but he’s getting $22.5M to play in arguably the league’s top passing game that lacks a true No. 1 alpha. I also considered Tee Higgins to pair with Chase (and serve as Chase insurance), but Diggs has more upside as a potential No. 1 target. **5.6 Dalton Kincaid** — I’ve been high on him all summer, but he never quite fell to me in the right place until now. I expect him to be Josh Allen’s No. 1 receiver now that Diggs is gone. **6.7 James Conner** — I needed a RB, and Conner is one. I’m a bit wary of a 29-YO guy with an extensive injury history, but he averaged 5.0 YPC last year and has never had a massive workload so he’s fresh for his age at least. Plus, the Cardinals offense should be good this year. **7.6 Anthony Richardson** — I wasn’t planning on taking a QB here, or even Richardson who I have in [BCL2](https://www.realmansports.com/p/beat-chris-liss-2-77e) in Round 5!, but I couldn’t pull the trigger on Zamir White over someone with Richardson’s upside. I’m trying to win the overall contest, not simply cover the bases with starters at every position. **8.7 Jonathon Brooks** — Jaylen Warren was still on the board, and he was a viable Week 1 starter for me, but Brooks who is on IR, struck me as the upside play. I heard somewhere, can’t remember where, that Brooks was an elite prospect in college before the injury, and there’s a lot of hype about Carolina’s new offensive brain trust boosting the offense generally. But it might have been a rash pick given my zero-RB build to take a rookie on IR. **9.6 Marquise Brown** — I missed Warren by one pick on the way back, and instead of pivoting to Tyjae Spears I leaned into the zero-RB by taking Brown who was going in the fifth or sixth round before his injury. The beauty of this pick is I don’t need Brown right away as I wouldn’t start him anyway, so I pay no price for him missing Week 1. The ugly of this pick is I missed out on Spears, Zack Moss and Chuba Hubbard (who would have been nice to pair with Brooks.) **10.7 Joe Burrow** — The obvious pick was Trey Benson to pair with Conner. In fact, I could have had Hubbard in Round 9 and Benson in 10 to lock up two backfields for my zero-RB team. But no, I had to take a *second* QB here because (a) Richardson has a low floor; (b) this was cheap for Burrow; and (c) I could potentially pair Burrow with Chase for the playoffs. If you’re gonna go zero RB, lean the into it. (The other problem with this pick is the weekly headache of picking my starting QB.) **11.6 Jaleel McLaughlin** — The Burrow pick cost me not only Benson but JK Dobbins too, but I had my eye on McLaughlin who apparently was a god in college, and [per Barrett](https://x.com/ScottBarrettDFB/status/1829971593852043394) is in an ideal spot as the RB2 in Sean Payton’s offense. Now that stat has to be tempered a bit given that peak Alvin Kamara was the source of so much of it, but how much of that was Payton’s offense? In any event, I’m seriously rolling into Week 1 with McLaughlin in my active lineup because of the Richardson, Brooks, Brown and Burrow picks. **12.7 Jordan Mason** — Obviously he’s not usable unless and until Christian McCaffrey gets hurt, and the Niners badly need Trent Williams to report, but he’s a top-10 RB if McCaffrey, who played into February last year, goes down. This also furthers my extreme “what could go right” build. **13.6 Braelon Allen** — Oddly I view this pick as a mistake as he was higher in ADP, so I thought I could wait another round on Giants backup Tyrone Tracy. (Tracy went three picks ahead of me in the next round.) Allen might be good, but only a Breece Hall injury could free him up whereas Tracy could just outplay Devin Singletary. Granted the Jets might be a better environment than the Giants, so Allen could have more upside if he did get a shot, but Tracy is also a converted WR and would likely catch a lot of passes if he got the job. **14.7 Khalil Herbert** — Once Tracy was gone, I pivoted to Herbert. The Chicago backfield is crowded, but D’Andre Swift always gets hurt, and Roschon Johnson isn’t as good a runner as Herbert. **15.6 Jalen McMillan** — I wanted to get Cam Akers because Joe Mixon is old, but I missed him by two picks and pivoted (finally) back to WR. McMillan’s created some buzz in camp, and both Mike Evans and Chris Godwin are getting old. **16.7 Will Shipley** — I love Saquon Barkley, but he’s getting old and has been hurt a lot. Kenneth Gainwell is ostensibly ahead of Shipley, but is just a guy. Another top-10 upside back should the starter go down. **17.6 Dalvin Cook** — He’s on the practice squad for now, and he looked beyond done last year with the Jets, but keep in mind he only got 67 carries, and the Cowboys don’t have serious obstacles ahead of him should he regain even 60 percent of his prior form. Cook was still very good in 2022, and he should have fresh legs too. **18.7 Quentin Johnston** — I needed one more receiver, and Johnston is one. Seriously, though he was a first-round pick only last year, and he’s competing with only Josh Palmer and a rookie. **19.6 Younghoe Koo** — All these years I was with a wonderful kicker in Justin Tucker, but I’m trading him in for a Younghoe. (That joke will get old one day, just not in any of our lifetimes.) **20.7 Giants Defense** — They draw Sam Darnold and Jayden Daniels the first two weeks, and added Brian Burns to Kayvon Thibodeaux and Dexter Lawrence. **Roster By Position** **QB** Anthony Richardson **RB** James Conner/Jaleel McLaughlin **WR** Ja’Marr Chase/Drake London/DeVonta Smith **TE** Dalton Kincaid **FLEX** Stefon Diggs **K** Younghoe Koo **D** Giants **Bench** Jonathan Brooks/Marquise Brown/Joe Burrow/Jordan Mason/Braelon Allen/Khalil Herbert/Jalen McMillan/Will Shipley/Dalvin Cook/Quentin Johnston

@ 3b7fc823:e194354f

First steps into privacy. You are a normie, but maybe you are privacy curious. Maybe you are ready to take a first step or two into security and privacy but don't know where to start. Don't worry, here are some absolute beginner first steps that will make a big difference. > 1. No one except your friends and family should know your personal phone number and email address. Stop giving away your data! You don't have to fill out every blank on that form. Unless they are mailing you something they don't need your home address. Use a email aliasing service or just create a burner email account as a spam trap. Get a second VOIP phone number. Look up the address of a local hotel. Use these instead of your personal information or maybe just skip the customer reward program. > 2. Speaking of giving away your data. Stop using spyware! Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, etc. It is "free" software designed to suck every ounce of personal data from you to be repackaged and sold. Don't just delete the app, search for how to delete your account data. BTW Windows, google, and 90% of the apps on your phone are also spyware but one thing at a time. Maybe start reading up on FOSS. > 3. Clean up your communications. Stop using unencrypted calls and SMS texts. There are several options but just get Signal and make your friends use it. Its easy and works. > 4. Clean up your email. This one is probably going to take you some time if you are like most people who have hundreds of emails from years gone bye. Go through every single one and unsubscribe from every newsletter or sales pitch from every store you have ever bought anything from. Block every spam email you see. If you are using a email provider that literally scans every email you send or receive in order to sell you stuff like gmail, then now is the time to switch to a private and encrypted provider like proton or tuta. > 5. Clean up your web surfing. Switch to a privacy browser and search engine. If you don't know which one just get Brave. There are ones that I like better but Brave is good enough and easy, especially if you like Chrome. A hardened Firefox is better but requires some homework and if on desktop Mullvad browser is a excellent choice. > BONUS TIP: Clean up your security. Make sure all of your software is setup for automatic updates, especially security updates. Also, I don’t know who needs to hear this but get a password manager if you don’t have one. (Don't save passwords on the browser!) Get an actual password manager and then add 2FA to all of your online accounts and you will have better security than 90% of the population. > OK, nothing too exciting but we got the big rocks. Data leaks, communications, email, web surfing, and basic security. What, no VPN or Tor or super secret stuff? No, not yet. This is your level zero default. Your identity and activity is still transparent but you are no longer leaking your data all over the place. This will provide a general base for everyone. The next step is to perform a basic threat assessment of your personal situation. What are you most at risk for? Targeted attacks or passive? Cyber or physical? What do you most need to defend against? Government mass surveillance, surveillance capitalism, censorship, or public exposure? There will be some overlap with all of them but your next steps will really depend on your answer. We will cover each of these in greater depth later.

@ 266815e0:6cd408a5

After 7 months of work and procrastination I've decided to release another version of noStrudel There a ton of new features and a few bugs fixed. This article highlights the biggest changes but if you want to read the full changelog you can find it in the [github repo](https://github.com/hzrd149/nostrudel/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md) And as always if you want to check it out you can use [nostrudel.ninja](https://nostrudel.ninja) or run it locally using docker ```sh docker run --rm -p 8080:80 ghcr.io/hzrd149/nostrudel:0.40.0 ``` ## New Features ### Support for NIP-49 encrypted nsec Now when logging into to the app it will prompt you to set a password to encrypt your nsec so it can be stored securely (if that's even possible for a web client...) There is also a new "Account" settings view that lets you export you nsec as a ncryptsec so you can copy it to other apps  ### Blindspot feeds There are also new "blindspot" feeds that show what others are seeing in their timeline that your missing  ### NIP-42 Relay authentication The app now supports NIP-42 relay authentication. Its opt-in though, so if you want to use popular authenticated relays like nostr.wine or relay.snort.social you will have to enable it in the settings  ### Wasm relay and event verification The app now supports using [@snort/worker-relay](https://git.v0l.io/Kieran/snort/src/branch/main/packages/worker-relay) as a local relay. Its at least 10x faster than the internal browser cache and can hold at least 100x more events. Its not enabled by default though so if you want to use it you have to switch to it in the "Relays" -> "Cache Relay" view  The app also supports using [nostr-wasm](https://github.com/fiatjaf/nostr-wasm) to speed up event signature verification. This is enabled by default, but if you want to still use the JavaScript verification or no verification you can find it in the performance setting  ### Thread tabs Threads now have a set of tabs that let you see the Replies, Quotes, Zaps, and other stuff related to the note   ### Wiki articles Its not feature complete but you can now view and edit wiki articles in the app  ### Finished the launchpad The launchpad is now usable and shows the latest notifications, messages, streams, and tools  ### Blossom uploads The app now lets you upload images and video to blossom server, this isn't enabled by default though so your going to have to enable it in the settings  And then setup some blossom servers in the settings. A few good public ones are `https://cdn.satellite.earth` and `https://cdn.nostrcheck.me`  ### Task Manager There is also a new "Task Manager" in the side nav that lets you see whats going on under the hood in the app  You can see what relays the app is currently connected to  And which relays are requesting NIP-42 authentication  ## Bug fixes - Fix null relay hints in DMs - Fix users own events being hidden by muted words - Fix random events showing up as DM messages - Fix app prompting NIP-07 extension to unlock when app opens - Remove corsproxy.io as default service for CORS proxy

@ 38d0888d:bd8e1246

To foster collective improvement, it is essential to implement social programs that encourage voluntary engagement and mutual support. These initiatives should serve as fertile ground, nurturing altruistic values and deepening the understanding of humanity’s true needs. By integrating spiritual connections into these efforts, a ripple effect of kindness, understanding, and enlightenment can spread throughout society. Each individual, endowed with intellectual abilities by a higher power, is invited to contribute to the creation of a harmonious and enlightened world. Sharing inspirational concepts that blend spirituality with social responsibility has the potential to profoundly influence and unite public sentiment. A sense of community and interconnectedness must be cultivated within these programs. Creating spaces for shared experiences and collective growth extends their impact beyond individual actions, fostering a network of mutual support and understanding. It is crucial to promote inclusive development that transcends bureaucratic constraints, aiming to dismantle inequality and confront corruption. These initiatives do more than foster a fairer world; they also reveal the latent spiritual dimensions of the human mind. To encourage spiritual growth and overcome selfishness, collaborative efforts across society, decentralized governance structures, educational institutions, and individual contributions are imperative. Moral codes must emerge from deeply rooted spiritual ethics that are interwoven into the societal fabric, surpassing the interests of a privileged few. Humanity’s ultimate goal is to transcend mere cooperation among individuals, striving for absolute transparency and openness across all spheres of existence. Achieving this vision requires unwavering dedication from every stakeholder committed to guiding society along the path of enlightenment.

@ 9dd283b1:cf9b6beb

There's a saying: Bitcoin is hope. But once you truly understand Bitcoin, many of the old fiat goals in your life start to lose meaning. It can feel disorienting and even depressing, because you realize you need to build entirely new goals, and you're unsure where to begin. For example, maybe your plan was to get a mortgage, buy a house, and imagine your kids playing there for the next 20 years while you "happily" pay off a 25-year loan. But when you understand Bitcoin, that plan doesn’t make sense. Why would I put a 100k-200k down payment into a mortgage when it's likely better be in Bitcoin? Plus, you lose about 2.5% to 4% of the total price on taxes, fees, brokers, and other costs. Crazy, right? I even made a short presentation for my wife, explaining why we should never buy a house given current interest rates and down payment requirements. She responded that she wants a house anyway, because it feels better to own one. But does a 25-year mortgage really make it feel like it’s yours? She also said it’s depressing to not follow the conventional path. It’s hard to feel satisfied with numbers when everyone around you is deep into mortgages—you want to be one of them. You want to visit their houses and invite them to "yours." It's like becoming sober in a room full of addicts. You know it’s better for you, but the world around you seems so strange that part of you wants to go back, even though you know it hurts. Yet, when you do go back, the joy isn't there anymore. You feel...nothing. And then you decide to withdraw. I remember paying off my first mortgage for an apartment, and I felt nothing. And that was before I fell down the Bitcoin rabbit hole. Now I know if I ever took out a mortgage again, I’d just feel regret for not keeping the money in Bitcoin. And by the time you finish paying it off, you probably want to sell the property and move somewhere else. So, the rational decision is to keep everything in Bitcoin and rent instead.Unless, of course, Bitcoin goes to zero. There are only two outcomes for Bitcoin: it’s either going to infinity, or it's going to zero. There’s no scenario where it just hovers at 100k or 60k for the next 20 years—unless people are foolish enough to give away self-custody. If they do, we'll end up with digital gold. So the reasonable question is - how can you be sure? Well, you can't. But we are betting on it and it works for now. Worst case we will need to start from 0. But then there will be no hope anymore. We are staying in the infinity camp. And when you are in that camp every time you make a big purchase, you’re shorting Bitcoin. Solution - simple, - don't buy anything. There’s a popular meme: You will own nothing, and you will be happy. But if you’re a Bitcoiner, it's more like: You will own only Bitcoin, and you probably won’t be happy about it. Why would I pay 30k for a car when I can lease one? Why put 100k down on a house when I can rent? The only justification is mental comfort, peace of mind. Or perhaps you value the illusion of owning a physical thing more than the genuine ownership of something virtual. It’s confusing, isn’t it? Sure, you can own a bicycle. But owning a house? That's tricky. Imagine you’re a Russian citizen with a house on Lake Como, and suddenly, new sanctions mean Italy no longer recognizes your property. Or squatters break in while you’re on vacation, and now you need to go through a court battle to evict them. Extreme situations, I know. But no one thinks it will happen to them—until it does. So, you’ve sold everything to buy Bitcoin. You don’t own anything except Bitcoin, and you feel sad. Why? What can you buy with Bitcoin that’s more valuable? Something that won’t depreciate over time. Something like time. Time with your kids. Time with your family. Time with yourself. There’s a concept called FIRE and then there is a Bitcoin FIRE calculation (https://bitcoincompounding.com/). In simple terms, you spend your Bitcoin slowly enough that it grows faster than you can spend it (in fiat terms). Unlike traditional assets, there’s no yield or dividends, so the only way it works is if Bitcoin continues its cycles. And you need to be at least two cycles in to make it work. But personally, I don’t think there will be cycles anymore. I believe this October-November will break all the models, and Bitcoin will do what Bitcoin does: surprise everyone. I read somewhere a thought that stuck with me—imagine you wake up on a planet Earth on January 1st. You know nothing about the seasons or weather. After six months of only increasing temperatures, you’d be 100% certain it’s only getting hotter from here. So what hope does Bitcoin offer? Hope that I can spend more time with my family. Hope that I can create something different for them. Hope that I can live without the weight of fiat goals. Hope that it's only getting hotter from here. I just need to get through the withdrawal phase. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/662939

@ e6fbeb1c:6ac8fc04

Eggplant is a member of the nightshade family, and it’s related to the potato and tomato. Often mistaken for a vegetable, eggplant is actually a fruit, and to be more precise, it’s a berry.  originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/669464

@ 79008e78:dfac9395

ระบบเงินอิเล็กทรอนิกส์แบบ peer-to-peer ---- ระบบเงินอิเล็กทรอนิกส์แบบ peer-to-peer นั้นจะช่วยให้เราสามารถชำระเงินผ่านทางออนไลน์ได้โดยตรงจากฝ่ายหนึ่งไปยังอีกฝ่ายหนึ่งโดยไม่ต้องผ่านตัวกลางอย่างพวกสถาบันการเงิน โดยใช้ digital signature เป็นส่วนหนึ่งในการแก้ปัญหานี้ แต่มันจะไม่มีประโยชน์ใด ๆ เลยหากยังคงต้องอาศัยตัวกลางที่เชื่อถือได้มาแก้ปัญหา double spending เราขอเสนอวิธีแก้ปัญหา double spending โดยใช้เครือข่ายแบบ peer-to-peer ให้เครือข่ายคอยประทับเวลาธุรกรรมต่าง ๆ ในระบบและนำมาเรียงร้อยกันเป็นเส้นสายของ proof-of-work ที่ใช้ hash เพื่อสร้างธุรกรรมที่ไม่สามารถเปลี่ยนแปลงได้ โดยไม่ต้องทำ proof-of-work ใหม่ โดยให้เส้นสายที่ยาวที่สุดนั้น ไม่เพียงแต่ทำหน้าที่เป็นลำดับของธุรกรรมที่เกิดขึ้นเท่านั้น แต่ยังเป็นสิ่งที่พิสูจน์ได้ว่ามาจากกำลังประมวลผล CPU ที่มากที่สุด และตราบใดที่ nodes ส่วนใหญ่ไม่ได้ร่วมมือกันโจมตีเครือข่ายและยังคงควบคุมกำลังประมวลผลส่วนใหญ่ในระบบไว้ พวกเขาก็จะสร้างเส้นสายที่ยาวที่สุดและสามารถเอาชนะผู้ประสงค์ร้ายที่จะโจมตีระบบได้ ตัวเครือข่ายเองไม่ได้ต้องมีโครงสร้างอะไรที่ซับซ้อน ข้อมูลต่าง ๆ ในเครือข่ายจะถูกกระจายส่งต่อโดยไม่ต้องสนใจว่าผู้รับจะได้รับหรือไม่ และ nodes ต่าง ๆ เองก็สามารถที่จะออกจากเครือข่ายและกลับเข้าร่วมใหม่ได้ตามที่ต้องการ โดยยอมรับเส้น proof-of-work ที่ยาวที่สุด เป็นหลักฐานของสิ่งที่เกิดขึ้นในขณะที่ node นั้น ๆ ไม่ได้อยู่ในเครือข่าย 1.บทนำ (Introduction) ----- ไม่ว่าใครจะใคร่ซื้อใคร่ขายอะไรใด ๆ บนอินเตอร์เน็ตนั้น ก็จำเป็นต้องพึ่งพาสถาบันการเงินในฐานะของบุคคลที่สามเพื่อดำเนินการชำระเงินทางอิเล็กทรอนิกส์เสมอ ๆ ซึ่งถึงแม้ว่าระบบนี้มันจะทำงานได้ดีสำหรับธุรกรรมส่วนใหญ่ ๆ แต่ระบบก็ก็มีจุดอ่อนอยู่ที่ยังต้องอาศัยความไว้เนื้อเชื่อใจ (trust) ในระบบนี้การทำธุรกรรมที่ไม่สามารถย้อนกลับได้อย่างสมบูรณ์นั้นมันแทบจะเป็นไปไม่ได้เลย เนื่องจากสถาบันการเงินไม่สามารถหลีกเลี่ยงการเป็นตัวกลางในการไกล่เกลี่ยข้อพิพาทต่าง ๆ ที่อาจเกิดขึ้นได้ มิหนำซ้ำต้นทุนในการไกล่เกลี่ยยังทำให้ต้นทุนการทำธุรกรรมเพิ่มสูงขึ้น และเมื่อต้นทุนสูงขึ้นขนาดของธุรกรรมที่สามารถใช้งานได้จริงก็สูงขึ้นตามไปด้วย ธุรกรรมเล็ก ๆ น้อย ๆ ก็ไม่สามารถเกิดขึ้นได้ เมื่อมีความเป็นไปได้ที่ธุรกรรมจะเกิดการย้อนกลับ ความจำเป็นในการสร้างความไว้วางใจก็ยิ่งทวีคูณมากขึ้น ผู้ค้าก็จำเป็นต้องระมัดระวังลูกค้า ต้องเรียกร้องข้อมูลมากกว่าที่จำเป็น การฉ้อโกงกลายเป็นเรื่องที่หลีกเลี่ยงไม่ได้เพราะต้นทุนและความไม่แน่นอนในทำธุรกรรมเหล่านี้ แน่นอนว่าเราสามารถหลีกเลี่ยงมันได้โดยการใช้เงินสด แต่ก็ไม่มีกลไกใดที่ทำให้สามารถใช้เงินสดผ่านช่องทางการสื่อสาร (เอาให้เข้าใจง่ายก็อินเตอร์เน็ต)ได้ โดยไม่ต้องมีตัวกลาง ;-; แปลว่าสิ่งที่จำเป็นสำหรับการแก้ไขปัญหานี้คือระบบการชำระเงินทางอิเล็กทรอนิกส์ ที่อยู่บนพื้นฐานของการพิสูจน์ด้วยการเข้ารหัสแทนที่จะเป็นความไว้วางใจ ซึ่งจะทำให้คู่สัญญาสองฝ่ายที่ยินยอมสามารถทำธุรกรรมร่วมกันได้โดยตรง โดยไม่จำเป็นต้องมีบุคคลที่สามมาคอยเป็นตัวกลาง ธุรกรรมที่ยากต่อการย้อนกลับจะช่วยปกป้องผู้ขายจากการฉ้อโกง และสามารถใช้กลไก escrow เพื่อปกป้องผู้ซื้อได้อีกด้วย ในเอกสารชุดนี้ เราขอเสนอวิธีแก้ปัญหาการใช้จ่ายซ้ำซ้อนโดยใช้เซิร์ฟเวอร์ timestamp กระจายศูนย์แบบ peer-to-peer เพื่อสร้างหลักฐานการคำนวณลำดับเวลาของธุรกรรม โดยระบบนี้จะปลอดภัยตราบใดที่กลุ่มของ node ที่ซื่อสัตย์ ยังคงมีกำลังประมวลผลที่มากกว่ากลุ่มที่ประสงค์ร้ายกับระบบ 2.ธุรกรรม (Transactions) ---- นิยามของเหรียญอิเล็กทรอนิกส์ในที่นี้ คือห่วงโซ่ที่คล้องเกี่ยวกันของ digital signature โดยที่เจ้าของเหรียญอิเล็กทรอนิกส์จะโอนเหรียญไปยังเจ้าของคนถัดไป ด้วยการลง digital signature บน hash ของธุรกรรมก่อนหน้ารวมถึงกุญแจสาธารณะของเจ้าของคนถัดไป และผนวกมันไว้ที่ส่วนท้ายของธุรกรรม และผู้รับเงินเองก็สามารถตรวจสอบลายเซ็นเพื่อยืนยันความเป็นเจ้าของได้ https://image.nostr.build/a467896797a9fb9f98c3c234f0adb4df2376f2c3d9a7cc9d8672d7a9f5aa9efa.png แน่นอนว่าปัญหาก็คือผู้รับเงินไม่สามารถตรวจสอบได้ว่าเจ้าของคนใดคนหนึ่งก่อนหน้าเขาได้ใช้เหรียญดังกล่าวซ้ำซ้อนมากกว่าหนึ่งครั้งหรือไม่ และวิธีการแก้ไขปัญหานี้โดยทั่วไปก็คงเป็นการกำหนดตัวกลางที่มีความน่าเชื่อถือมาเป็นคนตรวจสอบทุกธุรกรรมเพื่อป้องกันการใช้จ่ายซ้ำซ้อน และหลังจากการทำธุรกรรมแต่ละครั้ง เหรียญจะต้องถูกส่งกลับไปยังตัวกลางเพื่อออกเหรียญใหม่ และจะมีเพียงเหรียญที่ออกจากตัวกลางโดยตรงเท่านั้นที่จะเชื่อถือได้ว่าจะไม่ถูกใช้จ่ายซ้ำซ้อน แต่ปัญหาก็คือ ชะตากรรมของระบบเงินทั้งหมดจะขึ้นอยู่กับตัวกลางตัวนี้ เพราะทุกธุรกรรมจำเป็นจะต้องผ่านพวกเขา ซึ่งก็ไม่ต่างอะไรกับธนาคาร เราจึงต้องการวิธีการที่ทำให้ผู้รับเงินทราบได้ว่าเจ้าของคนก่อน ๆ ไม่ได้ลงนามในธุรกรรมใด ๆ มาก่อน เพื่อให้บรรลุวัตถุประสงค์นี้ เราจะทำการนับว่าธุรกรรมที่เกิดขึ้นก่อนเป็นธุรกรรมที่ถูกต้อง และจะไม่สนใจความพยายามใด ๆ ในการที่จะใช้เหรียญนั้น ๆ ซ้ำอีก และวิธีเดียวที่ทำแบบนี้ได้ คือการรับรู้ถึงธุรกรรมทั้งหมด เช่นเดียวกับโมเดลที่ได้กล่าวข้างต้น ที่ตัวกลางจะรับรู้ถึงธุรกรรมทั้งหมดและตัดสินว่าธุรกรรมใดมาก่อนมาหลัง เพื่อให้บรรลุเป้าหมายนี้โดยไม่ต้องมีบุคคลที่สามที่เชื่อถือได้ ธุรกรรมทั้งหมดจะต้องถูกประกาศต่อสาธารณะ [1] และเราต้องการระบบที่ผู้เข้าร่วมเห็นพ้องในประวัติธุรกรรมชุดเดียวกันตามลำดับที่ได้รับ ส่วนผู้รับเงินก็จำเป็นจะต้องมีหลักฐานว่า ในขณะที่ทำธุรกรรม "โหนด" ส่วนใหญ่ในระบบเห็นพ้องต้องกันว่าธุรกรรมนั้นได้รับเป็นลำดับแรก(ไม่มีธุรกรรมที่ใช้เหรียญพวกนี้มาก่อน) 3.ระบบบันทึกเวลา (Timestamp Server) ---- สำหรับแนวทางการแก้ปัญหาในครั้งนี้ เราจะใช้ประโยชน์จาก timestamp server ที่จะทำหน้าที่บันทึก hash ของบล๊อกที่ต้องการให้มีการบันทึกเวลา และจากนั้นจะทำการเผยแพร่ hash ดังกล่าว เหมือนกับหนังสือพิมพ์หรือโพสต์ใน Usenet [2-5] (ฟีลแบบทุกคนจะเห็นโพสต์นี้น้าา ประมาณนั้น) การบันทึกเวลานี้จะพิสูจน์ได้ว่าข้อมูลที่ถูก hash นั้นจะต้องมีอยู่จริงในเวลานั้นเพื่อให้ได้มาซึ่ง hash ดังกล่าว แต่ละการบันทึกเวลาจะรวมการบันทึกเวลาของหน้านี้ไว้ใน hash ของมันเพื่อสร้างเป็น chain โดยการบันทึกเวลาแต่ละครั้งจะยืนยันความถูกต้องของการบันทึกก่อนหน้าได้อีกด้วยด้วย https://image.nostr.build/ddf92417c45dbb6e25da0af80a10d4cdbc3e725d047d65f54a3e3bfcf358c4d6.png 4.พรูฟ-ออฟ-เวิร์ค (Proof-of-Work) ---- ในการสร้าง Timestamp Server แบบกระจายศูนย์บนพื้นฐานแบบ peer to peer เราจำเป็นต้องใช้ระบบ Proof-of-Work (PoW) ที่คล้ายกับ Hashcash ของ Adam Back [6] แทนที่จะใช้วิธีการแบบเดิม ๆ อย่างการประกาศในหนังสือพิมพ์หรือ Usenet โดย PoW ใช้ในการตรวจสอบค่าที่มาจากกระบวนการ hash เช่น SHA-256 แล้ว ผลลัพธ์ที่ได้ (Hash) จะขึ้นต้นด้วยเลขศูนย์จำนวนหนึ่ง โดยที่ work (ประมาณว่าพลังประมวลผล) ที่ต้องใช้จะเพิ่มขึ้นแบบทวีคูณตามจำนวนเลขศูนย์ที่ต้องการ และสามารถตรวจสอบได้โดยการรัน Hash เพียงครั้งเดียว ซึ่งสำหรับ timestamp network ของเรานั้น เราใช้ PoW โดยการเพิ่มค่า Nonce ในบล็อกไปเรื่อย ๆ จนกว่าจะพบค่าที่ทำให้ Hash ของบล็อกนั้นมีเลขศูนย์ตามที่กำหนด และเมื่อใช้กำลังประมวลผลของ CPU ไปกับการทำ PoW จนสำเร็จแล้ว บล็อกจะไม่สามารถเปลี่ยนแปลงได้ หากไม่มีการทำงานซ้ำใหม่ เนื่องจากบล็อกที่สร้างขึ้นภายหลังจะเชื่อมโยงกับบล็อกก่อนหน้า การเปลี่ยนแปลงบล็อกใด ๆ จะต้องทำ PoW ของบล็อกนั้นและบล็อกที่ตามมาใหม่ทั้งหมด https://image.nostr.build/c039ef4ca6833cb1ecee65ac5991df2406be9b7e490b86b3b19f94f267767182.png นอกจากนี้ PoW ยังช่วยแก้ปัญหาของเสียงส่วนมากที่มาตัดสินใจในระบบนี้ เพราะหากเสียงข้างมากอ้างอิงจากหลักการหนึ่ง IP หนึ่งเสียง ใครก็ตามที่สามารถสร้าง IP ได้จำนวนมากก็จะสามารถควบคุมระบบได้ จึงใช้หลักการหนึ่ง CPU หนึ่งเสียงแทน การตัดสินใจของเสียงข้างมากจะแสดงด้วย Chain ที่ยาวที่สุด ซึ่งบ่งบอกถึงความพยายามในการคำนวณ (Proof-of-Work) ที่มากที่สุด หาก Node ที่ซื่อสัตย์ (Honest nodes) มีกำลังประมวลผลของ CPU ส่วนใหญ่อยู่ในการควบคุม Honest Chain ก็จะเติบโตเร็วที่สุดและแซงหน้า Chain อื่น ๆ ได้ ผู้โจมตีที่ต้องการแก้ไขบล็อกในอดีตจะต้องทำ Proof-of-Work ของบล็อกนั้นและบล็อกที่ตามมาใหม่ทั้งหมด และต้องทำงานให้เร็วกว่า Honest Node ด้วย ซึ่งโอกาสที่ผู้โจมตีจะตามทันนั้นจะลดลงแบบทวีคูณเมื่อมีการเพิ่มบล็อกมากขึ้น เพื่อชดเชยความเร็วของฮาร์ดแวร์ที่เพิ่มขึ้นและความสนใจในการรัน Node ที่ผันผวน ระดับความยากของ Proof-of-Work จะถูกกำหนดโดยค่าเฉลี่ย โดยตั้งเป้าไว้ที่จำนวนบล็อกเฉลี่ยต่อชั่วโมง หากสร้างบล็อกได้เร็วเกินไป ระดับความยากก็จะเพิ่มขึ้น 5.เครือข่าย (Network) ---- เครือข่ายนั้นมีการทำงาน ดังนี้ 1. การประกาศธุรกรรมใหม่: ธุรกรรมใหม่จะถูกประกาศ (broadcast) ไปยังทุก node ในเครือข่าย 2. การรวบรวมธุรกรรม: แต่ละ node จะรวบรวมธุรกรรมใหม่ ๆ เหล่านี้ ไว้ในบล็อก 3. การค้นหา Proof-of-Work: แต่ละ node จะทำการคำนวณ เพื่อค้นหา Proof-of-Work ตามค่า difficulty สำหรับบล็อกนั้น ๆ 4. การประกาศบล็อก: เมื่อ node ใดค้นหา Proof-of-Work ได้แล้ว node นั้นจะทำการประกาศบล็อกไปยังทุก node ในเครือข่าย 5. การตรวจสอบและยอมรับบล็อก: node อื่น ๆ จะทำการตรวจสอบและยอมรับบล็อกนั้น เฉพาะเมื่อธุรกรรมทั้งหมดภายในบล็อกนั้นถูกต้องและยังไม่ถูกใช้มาก่อน 6. การสร้างบล็อกถัดไป: node ต่าง ๆ แสดงการยอมรับบล็อกโดยการเริ่มต้นสร้างบล็อกถัดไปใน chain ด้วย hash ของบล็อกที่ยอมรับ เป็น hash ก่อนหน้าในโครงสร้างของบล๊อกใหม่ที่กำลังสร้าง node ต่าง ๆ จะถือว่า chain ที่ยาวที่สุดเป็น chain ที่ถูกต้องและจะทำงานเพื่อขยาย chain นั้นต่อไป หากมีสอง node ที่ได้ประกาศบล็อกเวอร์ชันที่แตกต่างกันในเวลาพร้อมกัน node บาง node อาจได้รับบล็อกหนึ่งก่อน อีกบล็อกหนึ่ง ในกรณีนี้ node เหล่านั้น จะทำงานบนบล็อกที่ได้รับก่อน แต่จะเก็บสำเนาของบล็อกอีกอันหนึ่งไว้ ในกรณีที่บล็อกนั้น กลายเป็นบล็อกที่อยู่ใน chain ที่ยาวกว่าปัญหาข้อโต้แย้งนี้ก็จะได้รับการแก้ไข เมื่อพบ Proof-of-Work อันถัดไปและ chain ใด chain หนึ่งยาวขึ้น node ที่กำลังทำงานอยู่บน chain ที่สั้นกว่าก็จะเปลี่ยนไปทำงานบน chain ที่ยาวกว่าแทน การประกาศธุรกรรมใหม่ ไม่จำเป็นต้องไปถึงทุก node ในเครือข่าย ตราบใดที่พวกเขายังไปถึง node ส่วนใหญ่ในระบบได้ ธุรกรรมเหล่านั้นก็จะถูกบรรจุอยู่ในบล็อกในไม่ช้า นอกจากนี้การประกาศบล็อกยังไม่ต้องกังวลเรื่องจะมีบล๊อกที่สูญหาย เนื่องจากหากว่า node ไม่ได้รับบล็อกใด ๆ node ก็จะตระหนักได้ว่าพลาดบล็อกก่อนหน้าไปเมื่อได้รับบล๊อกใหม่มา และ node จะทำการร้องขอ block ที่ขาดไปจากเครือข่าย 6.แรงจูงใจ(Incentive) ---- โดยปกติแล้ว ธุรกรรมแรกของแต่ละบล๊อกนั้นจะเป็นธุรกรรมพิเศษที่จะขุดเหรียญที่สร้างขึ้นใหม่ซึ่งเป็นกรรมสิทธิ์ของผู้สร้างบล็อกนั้น ๆ ซึ่งจะเป็นการเพิ่มแรงจูงใจให้กับ node ต่าง ๆ ในการสนับสนุนเครือข่าย และเป็นวิธีการกระจายเหรียญให้หมุนเวียน เนื่องจากไม่มีหน่วยงานส่วนกลางที่ทำหน้าที่ในการออกเหรียญ การเพิ่มเหรียญใหม่ในปริมาณคงที่อย่างต่อเนื่องนั้นคล้ายคลึงกับการที่คนงานเหมืองทองคำใช้แรง และ เวลา เพื่อเพิ่มทองคำให้หมุนเวียน ในกรณีนี้ คือ เวลา กำลังประมวลผล และไฟฟ้าที่ถูกใช้ไป นอกจากนี้แรงจูงใจจะมาจากค่าธรรมเนียมการทำธุรกรรม หากมูลค่าผลลัพธ์ของธุรกรรมน้อยกว่ามูลค่าที่ใส่เข้ามา ส่วนต่างนั้นก็คือค่าธรรมเนียมการทำธุรกรรมที่จะเพิ่มเข้าไปในมูลค่าแรงจูงใจของบล็อกที่มีธุรกรรมนั้น เมื่อเหรียญทั้งหมดในระบบมีจำนวนเท่ากับที่กำหนดไว้แล้ว แรงจูงใจหลักก็จะถูกเปลี่ยนมาเป็นค่าธรรมเนียมการทำธุรกรรม และปราศจากภาวะเงินเฟ้อโดยสิ้นเชิง แรงจูงใจอาจช่วยกระตุ้นให้ node ต่าง ๆ ยังคงซื่อสัตย์ หากผู้โจมตีที่ละโมบสามารถรวบรวมกำลังประมวลผล ได้มากกว่า node ที่ซื่อสัตย์ทั้งหมด เขาจะต้องเลือกระหว่างการใช้มันเพื่อฉ้อโกงผู้อื่นโดยการใช้จ่ายซ้ำซ้อน หรือใช้มันเพื่อสร้างเหรียญใหม่ พวกเขาจะพบว่าการเล่นตามกฎ กฎที่เอื้อประโยชน์ให้กับเขาด้วยเหรียญใหม่มากกว่าคนอื่น ๆ รวมกันนั้นทำกำไรได้มากกว่าการบ่อนทำลายระบบและความถูกต้องของทรัพย์สินของเขาเอง 7.การจัดการพื้นที่ดิสก์(Reclaiming Disk Space) ---- เมื่อธุรกรรมถูกบรรจุลงในบล๊อกแล้ว สามารถกำจัดธุรกรรมที่ใช้ไปแล้วก่อนหน้านั้นออกได้เพื่อประหยัดพื้นที่ดิสก์ แต่การจะทำอย่างนี้ได้โดยไม่ให้เลข hash ของบล๊อกมีการเปลี่ยนแปลงนั้น ธุรกรรมจึงจำเป็นต้องถูก hash ในรูปแบบของ Merkle Tree [7][2][5] โดยมีแค่ root node ของ tree เท่านั้นที่จะรวมอยู่ใน hash ของบล๊อก นี่เป็นวิธีที่ทำให้สามารถบีบอัดข้อมูลในบล๊อกเก่า ๆ ได้โดยการตัดพวก hash ส่วนอื่น ๆ ของ tree ที่ไม่ใช่ root node ออก (ไม่จำเป็นต้องเก็บ hash ในชั้นอื่น ๆ ของ tree) https://image.nostr.build/3ed95334891d91baca3f3f6f624a7ae22620be4ebfe0db5eb652cfce11255b9a.png โดยในส่วน header ของบล็อกที่ไม่มีธุรกรรมจะมีขนาดประมาณ 80 ไบต์ หากเราสมมติว่าบล็อกถูกสร้างขึ้นทุก ๆ 10 นาที 80 ไบต์ * 6 * 24 * 365 = 4.2MB ต่อปี โดยที่ระบบคอมพิวเตอร์ทั่วไปที่วางขายในปี 2551 มี RAM 2GB และกฎของมัวร์ทำนายการเติบโตในปัจจุบันที่ 1.2GB ต่อปี การจัดเก็บข้อมูลไม่น่าจะเป็นปัญหาแม้ว่าส่วนหัวของบล็อกจะต้องถูกเก็บไว้ในหน่วยความจำก็ตาม 8.การตรวจสอบธุรกรรม (Simplified Payment Verification) ---- การที่จะยืนยันการชำระเงินโดยไม่จำเป็นต้องรัน full node ได้นั้น ผู้ใช้เพียงแค่เก็บสำเนาของส่วนหัวบล็อก (block header) ของสายบล็อก (chain) ที่ยาวที่สุด ซึ่งสามารถรับได้โดยการสอบถามจาก node อื่น ๆ ในเครือข่ายจนมั่นใจว่าได้รับสายที่ยาวที่สุด และรับ Merkle branch ที่เชื่อมโยงธุรกรรมกับบล็อกที่มีการประทับเวลา (Timestamp) อยู่ ถึงแม้ผู้ใช้จะไม่สามารถตรวจสอบธุรกรรมด้วยตัวเองได้ แต่การเชื่อมโยงธุรกรรมกับตำแหน่งในสายบล็อกจะทำให้เห็นว่า node ในเครือข่ายยอมรับแล้ว และบล็อกที่เพิ่มเข้ามาหลังจากนั้นเป็นการยืนยันเพิ่มเติมว่าเครือข่ายยอมรับธุรกรรมนี้แล้ว https://i.imgur.com/VXtLpRF.png การตรวจสอบดังกล่าวจะเชื่อถือได้ตราบใดที่ node ที่ซื่อสัตย์ยังคงควบคุมเครือข่าย แต่จะมีความเสี่ยงมากขึ้นหากเครือข่ายถูกโจมตีและถูกควบคุม ในขณะที่ node ในเครือข่ายสามารถตรวจสอบธุรกรรมได้ด้วยตัวเอง แต่วิธีการแบบง่ายนี้อาจถูกหลอกลวงโดยการใช้ธุรกรรมปลอมของผู้โจมตี ตราบใดที่ผู้โจมตียังคงสามารถควบคุมเครือข่ายได้ กลยุทธ์หนึ่งในการป้องกันปัญหานี้คือ การรับการแจ้งเตือนจาก node อื่น ๆ ในเครือข่ายเมื่อตรวจพบบล็อกที่ไม่ถูกต้อง ซึ่งจะแจ้งให้ซอฟต์แวร์ของผู้ใช้ดาวน์โหลดบล็อกแบบเต็มและธุรกรรมที่แจ้งเตือน เพื่อยืนยันความไม่สอดคล้องกัน ธุรกิจที่ได้รับการชำระเงินบ่อยครั้งอาจยังคงต้องการรัน node ของตนเอง เพื่อความปลอดภัยที่เป็นอิสระและการตรวจสอบที่รวดเร็วยิ่งขึ้น 9.การควบรวมและแบ่งย่อยมูลค่า(Combining and Splitting Value) ---- แม้ว่าการจัดการเหรียญหลาย ๆ เหรียญจะเป็นสิ่งที่สามารถทำได้ แต่การจัดการธุรกรรมแยกต่างหากสำหรับแต่ละเหรียญในการโอนก็คงเป็นเรื่องที่น่าปวดหัวอยู่ดี ฉะนั้นแล้วเพื่อให้สามารถแยกและรวมมูลค่ากันได้ ธุรกรรมจึงสามารถมี input และ output ได้หลายรายการ ซึ่งโดยปกติแล้วจะมี input เดียวจากธุรกรรมก่อนหน้าที่มีขนาดใหญ่กว่า หรือ input จำนวนเล็ก ๆ หลาย ๆ รายการ และ output ไม่เกินสองรายการ คือ รายการหนึ่งสำหรับการชำระเงิน และอีกหนึ่งรายการสำหรับการส่งเงินทอน หากมีกลับไปยังผู้ส่ง https://image.nostr.build/9c6d3ce0e9f08c5b3fa3b82c2088ac6235603e5c0df3469060e6c9f74bce32fc.png ควรสังเกตว่า fan-out (กระจายของธุรกรรม) ซึ่งเป็นกรณีที่ธุรกรรม ธุรกรรมหนึ่งนั้นขึ้นอยู่กับหลายธุรกรรม และธุรกรรมเหล่านั้นเองก็ขึ้นอยู่กับอีกหลายธุรกรรม แต่ไม่ใช่ปัญหาในที่นี้ เพราะไม่มีความจำเป็นในการดึงประวัติการทำธุรกรรมทั้งหมดออกมาเป็นสำเนา 10.ความเป็นส่วนตัว(Privacy) ---- ในรูปแบบธนาคารแบบดั้งเดิมนั้น ความเป็นส่วนตัวเกิดขึ้นได้ด้วยการจำกัดการเข้าถึงข้อมูล โดยให้เฉพาะผู้ที่เกี่ยวข้องและบุคคลที่สามที่ได้รับความไว้วางใจเท่านั้น แต่เนื่องจากในระบบนี้เรามีความจำเป็นในการประกาศธุรกรรมทั้งหมดต่อสาธารณะ ทำให้ไม่สามารถใช้วิธีนี้ได้ แต่ยังจำเป็นต้องคงความเป็นส่วนตัวไว้ โดยการแบ่งการไหลของข้อมูล ด้วยการไม่เปิดเผยตัวตนของเจ้าของ public key คนทั่วไปสามารถเห็นว่ามีคนกำลังส่งเงินจำนวนหนึ่งให้กับคนอื่น แต่จะไม่ทราบข้อมูลที่เชื่อมโยงธุรกรรมนั้นกับบุคคลใด ๆ ซึ่งคล้ายกับระดับข้อมูลที่เปิดเผยโดยตลาดหลักทรัพย์ ซึ่งมีการเปิดเผยเวลาและขนาดของการซื้อขายแต่ละครั้งต่อสาธารณะ แต่ไม่ได้ระบุว่าคู่สัญญาคือใคร https://image.nostr.build/6ec3c84c7878dbd4558d2045518384daf5a341e86f4194cf367cc8426c2d72a7.png เพื่อเสริมในเรื่องของความปลอดภัย ควรใช้ key pair ใหม่สำหรับการทำธุรกรรมในแต่ละครั้ง เพื่อป้องกันไม่ให้เชื่อมโยงกับเจ้าของคนเดียวกันได้ อย่างไรก็ตาม การเชื่อมโยงบางอย่างยังคงหลีกเลี่ยงไม่ได้ ในธุรกรรมที่มี input หลายรายการ ซึ่งจำเป็นต้องเปิดเผยว่า input เหล่านั้นเป็นของเจ้าของคนเดียวกัน ความเสี่ยงก็คือ หากมีการเปิดเผยตัวตนของเจ้าของคีย์ การเชื่อมโยงอาจเปิดเผยธุรกรรมอื่น ๆ ที่เป็นของเจ้าของรายเดียวกันได้ 11.การคำนวณ(Calculations) ---- หากลองพิจารณาสถานการณ์ที่ผู้โจมตีพยายามสร้าง chain ปลอมให้เร็วกว่า chain จริง แม้ว่าจะทำได้สำเร็จ แต่มันก็ไม่สามารถทำให้ระบบเปิดรับการเปลี่ยนแปลงตามอำเภอใจได้อยู่ดี เช่น การสร้างมูลค่าจากอากาศธาตุ หรือการรับเงินที่ไม่เคยเป็นของผู้โจมตีมาก่อน Node ต่าง ๆ จะไม่ยอมรับธุรกรรมที่ไม่ถูกต้องเป็นการชำระเงิน และ Node ที่สุจริตก็จะไม่ยอมรับบล็อกที่มีธุรกรรมเหล่านั้นอย่างแน่นอน ผู้โจมตีทำได้เพียงพยายามเปลี่ยนแปลงธุรกรรมของตนเอง เพื่อนำเงินที่ใช้ไปแล้วกลับคืนมาเท่านั้น การแข่งขันระหว่าง chain สุจริตกับ chain ของผู้โจมตี สามารถอธิบายได้ด้วยแบบจำลองการเดินสุ่มทวินาม (Binomial Random Walk) โดยเหตุการณ์ที่สำเร็จ หมายถึง chain ที่สุจริตถูกขยายออกไปอีกหนึ่งบล็อก เพิ่มความยาวนำหน้าไป +1 และเหตุการณ์ที่ล้มเหลว หมายถึง chain ของผู้โจมตีถูกขยายออกไปหนึ่งบล็อก ลดช่องว่างลง -1 ความน่าจะเป็นที่ผู้โจมตีจะไล่ตามทันจากช่องว่างที่กำหนด สามารถเปรียบเทียบด้วย Gambler's Ruin problem โดยสมมติว่านักพนันที่มีเครดิตไม่จำกัด เริ่มต้นด้วยการขาดทุน และเล่นพนันไปเรื่อย ๆ เพื่อให้ถึงจุดคุ้มทุน เราสามารถคำนวณความน่าจะเป็นที่เขาจะกลับมาถึงจุดคุ้มทุนได้ หรือความน่าจะเป็นที่ผู้โจมตีจะไล่ทัน chain ที่สุจริตได้ ดังนี้ [8]: p = ความน่าจะเป็นที่ Node ที่สุจริตจะพบบล็อกถัดไป q = ความน่าจะเป็นที่ผู้โจมตีจะพบบล็อกถัดไป qz = ความน่าจะเป็นที่ผู้โจมตีจะไล่ทัน จากที่ตามหลังอยู่ z บล็อก https://i.imgur.com/vePe255.png จากสมมติฐานที่ว่า p > q ความน่าจะเป็นจะลดลงแบบเอกซ์โพเนนเชียล เมื่อจำนวนบล็อกที่ผู้โจมตีต้องไล่ตามทันเพิ่มขึ้น หากเขาไม่สามารถพุ่งขึ้นนำได้อย่างรวดเร็วตั้งแต่แรก โอกาสของเขาก็จะลดลงจนน้อยมาก ๆ เมื่อเขาตามหลังมากขึ้นเรื่อย ๆ ทีนี้ลองพิจารณาว่า ผู้รับธุรกรรมใหม่ต้องรอเป็นเวลานานเท่าใด จึงจะแน่ใจได้ว่าผู้ส่งไม่สามารถเปลี่ยนแปลงธุรกรรมได้แล้ว เราสมมติว่าผู้ส่งเป็นผู้โจมตี ที่ต้องการให้ผู้รับเชื่อว่าเขาได้รับเงินไปแล้ว จากนั้นจึงเปลี่ยนให้เงินกลับเข้าหาตัวเองหลังจากเวลาผ่านไประยะหนึ่ง ผู้รับจะได้รับแจ้งเมื่อเกิดเหตุการณ์นี้ขึ้น แต่ผู้ส่งหวังว่ามันจะสายเกินไปแล้ว ผู้รับจะสร้างคู่กุญแจใหม่ และให้กุญแจสาธารณะแก่ผู้ส่งไม่นานก่อนที่จะลงนาม ซึ่งจะป้องกันไม่ให้ผู้ส่งเตรียมบล็อกเชนปลอมไว้ล่วงหน้า โดยการทำงานอย่างต่อเนื่องจนกว่าเขาจะมีโอกาสได้บล็อกที่ยาวพอ จากนั้นจึงดำเนินธุรกรรมในทันที เมื่อส่งธุรกรรมแล้ว ผู้ส่งที่ไม่สุจริตจะเริ่มทำงานอย่างลับ ๆ บนบล็อกเชนคู่ขนาน ที่มีธุรกรรมในเวอร์ชันของเขาเองอยู่ ผู้รับจะรอจนกว่าธุรกรรมจะถูกเพิ่มลงในบล็อก และมีบล็อกที่ถูกเชื่อมต่อตามหลังมาอีก z บล็อก เขาไม่ทราบจำนวนความคืบหน้าที่แน่นอนที่ผู้โจมตีได้ทำไปแล้ว แต่สมมติว่าบล็อกที่สุจริตใช้เวลาเฉลี่ยต่อบล็อกตามที่คาดไว้ ความคืบหน้าที่อาจเกิดขึ้นได้ของผู้โจมตีจะเป็นการแจกแจงแบบปัวซง (Poisson distribution) ซึ่งมีค่าคาดหวังดังนี้: https://i.imgur.com/mYsb48i.png เพื่อให้ได้ความน่าจะเป็นที่ผู้โจมตียังคงสามารถไล่ทันได้ เราจะคูณความหนาแน่นของปัวซง สำหรับความคืบหน้าแต่ละระดับที่เขาสามารถทำได้ ด้วยความน่าจะเป็นที่เขาสามารถไล่ทันจากจุดนั้น: https://i.imgur.com/jQGkQ8r.png จัดเรียงใหม่เพื่อหลีกเลี่ยง infinite tail ของการแจกแจง https://i.imgur.com/OOO6Gm9.png แปลงมันให้เป็น C code #include <math.h> double AttackerSuccessProbability(double q, int z) { double p = 1.0 - q; double lambda = z * (q / p); double sum = 1.0; int i, k; for (k = 0; k <= z; k++) { double poisson = exp(-lambda); for (i = 1; i <= k; i++) poisson *= lambda / i; sum -= poisson * (1 - pow(q / p, z - k)); } return sum; } เมื่อรันผลลัพธ์บางส่วน เราจะเห็นว่าความน่าจะเป็นลดลงแบบเอกซ์โพเนนเชียลเมื่อ z เพิ่มขึ้น q=0.1 z=0 P=1.0000000 z=1 P=0.2045873 z=2 P=0.0509779 z=3 P=0.0131722 z=4 P=0.0034552 z=5 P=0.0009137 z=6 P=0.0002428 z=7 P=0.0000647 z=8 P=0.0000173 z=9 P=0.0000046 z=10 P=0.0000012 q=0.3 z=0 P=1.0000000 z=5 P=0.1773523 z=10 P=0.0416605 z=15 P=0.0101008 z=20 P=0.0024804 z=25 P=0.0006132 z=30 P=0.0001522 z=35 P=0.0000379 z=40 P=0.0000095 z=45 P=0.0000024 z=50 P=0.0000006 การแก้หาค่า P ที่น้อยกว่า 0.1%... P < 0.001 q=0.10 z=5 q=0.15 z=8 q=0.20 z=11 q=0.25 z=15 q=0.30 z=24 q=0.35 z=41 q=0.40 z=89 q=0.45 z=340 12.สรุป(Conclusion) เราได้นำเสนอระบบธุรกรรมอิเล็กทรอนิกส์ที่ไม่ต้องพึ่งพาความไว้วางใจ เริ่มต้นจากกรอบแนวคิดของเหรียญที่สร้างจากลายเซ็นดิจิทัล ซึ่งช่วยควบคุมความเป็นเจ้าของได้อย่างดีแต่ก็ยังไม่สมบูรณ์ หากปราศจากวิธีการป้องกันการใช้จ่ายซ้ำซ้อน เพื่อแก้ปัญหานี้ เราจึงเสนอเครือข่ายแบบเพียร์ทูเพียร์ที่ใช้ proof-of-work ในการบันทึกประวัติธุรกรรมสาธารณะ ซึ่งจะกลายเป็นเรื่องยากอย่างมากสำหรับผู้โจมตีที่จะเปลี่ยนแปลง หาก node ที่ซื่อสัตย์ควบคุมพลังประมวลผล CPU ส่วนใหญ่ เครือข่ายนี้มีความแข็งแกร่งในความเรียบง่ายที่ไม่มีโครงสร้างใด ๆ ที่ซับซ้อน node ต่าง ๆ ทำงานพร้อมกันโดยประสานงานกันเพียงเล็กน้อย ไม่จำเป็นต้องระบุตัวตน เนื่องจากข้อความไม่ได้ถูกส่งไปยังสถานที่ใดสถานที่หนึ่งโดยเฉพาะ และเพียงแค่ต้องส่งมอบให้ถึงมือผู้รับอย่างดีที่สุด node สามารถออกจากและเข้าร่วมเครือข่ายได้ตามต้องการ โดยยอมรับ chain ที่มี proof-of-work มากที่สุดเป็นสิ่งที่เกิดขึ้นในขณะที่ไม่ได้เชื่อมต่อ พวกเขาโหวตด้วยพลังประมวลผล CPU แสดงการยอมรับบล็อกที่ถูกต้องโดยการทำงานเพื่อขยายบล็อก และปฏิเสธบล็อกที่ไม่ถูกต้องโดยการปฏิเสธที่จะทำงานกับบล็อกเหล่านั้น กฎและแรงจูงใจใด ๆ ที่จำเป็นสามารถบังคับใช้ได้ด้วยกลไกฉันทามตินี้ ไปอ่านต่อกันเองเด้ออ --- [1] W. 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Nostr: โปรโตคอลทางเลือกใหม่สำหรับโซเชียลมีเดียที่เป็นอิสระ ปลอดภัย และไร้การควบคุม --- Nostr คือโปรโตคอลแบบเปิดที่เรียบง่าย ซึ่งช่วยให้สามารถสร้างโซเชียลมีเดียระดับโลกที่กระจายอำนาจและป้องกันการเซ็นเซอร์ได้ จากที่กล่าวข้างต้น เราสามารถพูดได้ว่า Nostr นั้นถูกออกแบบมาให้ใช้งานง่าย โดยมีเป้าหมายหลัก ๆ เพื่อสร้างเครือข่ายโซเชียลระดับโลกที่ปราศจากการเซ็นเซอร์ แล้วทำไมมันถึงทำอย่างนั้นได้? ในจุดนี้เราก็ต้องมาเจาะดูคุณสมบัติหลัก ๆ ของโปรโตคอลที่เรียกว่า Nostr กันก่อน: **เรียบง่าย** - โปรโตคอลนี้ใช้โครงสร้างข้อมูลแบบ Event Object ที่เรียบง่ายและยืดหยุ่น (ซึ่งส่งเป็น JSON ธรรมดา) และใช้การเข้ารหัสแบบ Elliptic-curve มาตรฐานสำหรับคีย์และลายเซ็น - ช่องทางการสื่อสารที่รองรับเพียงอย่างเดียวคือการเชื่อมต่อ WebSockets จากไคลเอนต์ไปยังรีเลย์ - การออกแบบนี้ทำให้ง่ายต่อการพัฒนาไม่ว่าจะไคลเอนต์หรือรีเลย์ และยังช่วยส่งเสริมความหลากหลายของซอฟต์แวร์ **ยืดหยุ่น** - เนื่องจาก Nostr ไม่ได้พึ่งพาเซิร์ฟเวอร์ที่เชื่อถือได้เพียงจำนวนหยิบมือ สำหรับการเคลื่อนย้ายหรือจัดเก็บข้อมูล แต่ใช้เซิร์ฟเวอร์จำนวนมหาศาลและกระจายตัวอยู่ทั่วโลก จึงมีความยืดหยุ่นสูง และมีการกระจายศูนย์อย่างแท้จริง - โปรโตคอลนี้ถูกออกแบบมาโดยคำนึงถึงความเป็นไปได้ที่รีเลย์จะหายไป และอนุญาตให้ผู้ใช้เชื่อมต่อและเผยแพร่ข้อมูลไปยังรีเลย์จำนวนมากได้ตามต้องการ และยังสามารถเปลี่ยนแปลงได้ตลอดเวลาอีกด้วย **ตรวจสอบได้** - เนื่องจากบัญชี Nostr ใช้การเข้ารหัสแบบ PKE จึงง่ายต่อการตรวจสอบว่าข้อความถูกส่งมาจากผู้ใช้ที่ระบุจริงหรือไม่ เช่นเดียวกับ HTTP หรือ TCP-IP Nostr เป็นโปรโตคอลหรือมาตรฐานแบบเปิดที่ทุกคนสามารถนำไปสร้างต่อยอดได้ มันไม่ใช่แอปหรือบริการที่คุณจำเป็นต้องลงทะเบียน แล้วทำไมเราถึงต้องการ Nostr? --- ถึงในปัจจุบันโซเชียลมีเดียจะได้พัฒนามาเป็นช่องทางสำคัญในการไหลเวียนของข้อมูลทั่วโลก กลายเป็นช่องทางหลักในการติดต่อสื่อสาร แต่น่าเสียดายที่ระบบโซเชียลมีเดียในปัจจุบันของเรานั้นมีข้อบกพร่องมากมาย: 1. ใช้ความสนใจของคุณเพื่อขายโฆษณา 2. ใช้เทคนิคแปลกๆ เพื่อทำให้คุณเสพติด (อ้างอิงจากข้อ 1) 3. ตัดสินใจว่าจะแสดงเนื้อหาใดให้คุณเห็นโดยใช้อัลกอริทึมลับที่คุณไม่สามารถตรวจสอบหรือเปลี่ยนแปลงได้ 4. ควบคุมอย่างเต็มที่ว่าใครสามารถเข้าร่วมและใครถูกเซ็นเซอร์ 5. เต็มไปด้วยสแปมและบอท ด้วยข้อจำกัดเหล่านี้ Nostr จึงเป็นทางเลือกที่น่าสนใจในการสร้างโซเชียลมีเดียที่เป็นอิสระ ปลอดภัย และไร้การควบคุม องค์ประกอบของโปรโตคอลที่ชื่อว่า Nostr --- หลังจากได้ทำความรู้จัก Nostr กันไปแล้วเมื่อคราวก่อน คราวนี้เรามาเจาะดูองค์ประกอบของโปรโตคอลนี้กันดีกว่า **Keys ระบบบัญชีผู้ใช้และรหัสผ่านสำหรับ Nostr** - บัญชี Nostr แต่ละบัญชีจะใช้คู่กุญแจสาธารณะ/ส่วนตัว (Public/Private Key ) เปรียบเทียบง่าย ๆ คือ กุญแจสาธารณะของคุณคือชื่อผู้ใช้ และกุญแจส่วนตัวก็เป็นรหัสผ่าน แต่ว่า ก็มีข้อแตกต่างที่สำคัญอยู่ นั่นคือ กุญแจส่วนตัวของคุณนั้นจะไม่สามารถรีเซ็ตได้หากเกิดการสูญหายขึ้น คุณจะเสียบัญชีนั้นไปตลอดกาล - โดยทั่วไปแล้ว กุญแจสาธารณะจะแสดงเป็นข้อความที่ขึ้นต้นด้วย npub1 และกุญแจส่วนตัวจะขึ้นต้นด้วย nsec1 - ทั้งนี้คุณควรที่จะตรวจสอบให้แน่ใจว่าคุณได้เก็บกุญแจส่วนตัวของคุณไว้ในที่ปลอดภัย เช่น โปรแกรมจัดการรหัสผ่านอย่างเช่น Bitwarden **โปรโตคอลกับไคลเอนต์ ต่างกันอย่างไร?** Nostr เองเป็นเพียงโปรโตคอล หมายความว่า Nostr นั้นเป็นเพียงกระบวนการที่ตกลงกันไว้สำหรับการส่งข้อความผ่านอินเทอร์เน็ต (เหมือนข้อกำหนด) ซึ่งการที่คุณจะเข้าถึง Nostr (โปรโตคอล) นั้น ผู้ใช้ส่วนใหญ่จะใช้งานผ่านไคลเอนต์ ซึ่งตัวของไคลเอนต์นั้นอาจเป็นเว็บ แอปพลิเคชันเดสก์ท็อป หรือ แอปพลิเคชันมือถือ โดยไคลเอนต์สามารถดึงข้อมูลจากรีเลย์ และสร้างข้อมูลใหม่ และส่งข้อมูลนั้นไปยังรีเลย์เพื่อให้ผู้ใช้คนอื่น ๆ สามารถเรียกอ่าน ข้อมูลนั้น ๆ ได้ โดย "ข้อมูล" เพียงรูปแบบเดียวที่มีอยู่ใน Nostr คือสิ่งที่เราเรียกกันว่า event **การพิสูจน์ความเป็นเจ้าของข้อมูลบน Nostr** บน Nostr นั้นการพิสูจน์ตัวตนเป็นเรื่องที่ง่ายมากเนื่องจากทุก ๆ event ที่เกิดขึ้น **จำเป็น**ต้องมีลายเซ็นดิจิทัล (Digital Signature) โดยลายเซ็นนั้นจะช่วยให้มั่นใจได้ว่า ใครเป็นผู้สร้าง event นั้น ๆ ขึ้นมา โดยการพิสูจน์ทางคณิตศาสตร์ โดยในการสร้างลายเซ็นแต่ละครั้ง ไคลเอนต์จะจำเป็นต้องใช้กุญแจส่วนตัวของคุณ โดยทั่วไปแล้ว แอปพลิเคชันเจะมีที่ให้คุณใส่กุญแจส่วนตัวของคุณ เมื่อเปิดแอปพลิเคชันครั้งแรก พวกเขาสามารถคำนวณกุญแจสาธารณะของคุณได้จากกุญแจส่วนตัวเช่นกัน ส่วนในกรณีที่คุณใช้งานผ่านเว็บแอป ผมไม่แนะนำให้ใส่กุญแจส่วนตัวลงไป แต่แนะนำให้ใช้ส่วนขยายของเบราว์เซอร์ ที่ใช้งานฟังก์ชันที่เกี่ยวข้องกับ Nostr ซึ่งอนุญาตให้เว็บไคลเอ็นต์ส่ง event ที่ยังไม่ถูกเซ็นมาให้ส่วนขยายและส่วนขยายจะทำหน้าที่เซ็น สำหรับวิธีนี้ เว็บไคลเอ็นต์ต่าง ๆ ไม่จำเป็นต้องรู้กุญแจส่วนตัวของคุณ แต่คุณก็ยังสามารถลงนามใน event ต่าง ๆ ได้ตามปกติ โดยส่วนขยายที่ได้รับความนิยมก็จะเป็น **Flamingo**, **Alby** และ **nos2x** ไคลเอนต์ & รีเลย์ ----------- **ไคลเอนต์คืออะไร?** หากจะอธิบายให้เห็นภาพอยากให้มองว่าไคลเอ็นต์ Nostr นั้นเป็นเหมือนกับแอปที่คุณใช้งานเพื่อเข้าถึง Twitter, Facebook, youtube เป็นต้น พวกมันคือ แอปพลิเคชัน, เว็บแอป ที่เชื่อมต่อคุณกับโลกของ Twitter, Facebook, youtube โดยตัวของไคลเอนต์ใน Nostr เองก็เปรียบเสมือนแอปต่าง ๆ ที่คุณใช้ดูหน้าฟีดนั่นเอง แต่ข้อดีของ Nostr ที่เหนือแอปพลิเคชันอื่น ๆ คือความเรียบง่ายและยืดหยุ่น ส่งผลให้ไคลเอ็นต์แต่ละตัวมีวิธีนำเสนอและใช้งานที่แตกต่างกันไป บางไคลเอ็นต์อาจออกแบบให้ใช้งานง่ายเหมือน Twitter บางตัวเน้นให้เห็นบทบาทสำคัญของรีเลย์ หรือโหนดที่กระจายข้อมูลอยู่ทั่วโลก บางตัวใช้ระบบอัลกอริทึมเพื่อให้แน่ใจว่าข้อมูลไม่ถูกปิดกั้น โดยไม่ทำให้ผู้ใช้งานรู้สึกยุ่งยาก **เรียบง่ายและยืดหยุ่น?** เนื่องจากการออกแบบของโปรโตคอลที่ทำการแยกข้อมูลของผู้ใช้ทั้งหมดออกจากไคลเอนต์ ทำให้ตัวของผู้ใช้งานเองนั้นมีอิสระเต็มที่ที่จะเลือกใช้ไคลเอนต์ต่าง ๆ เพื่อเข้าใช้งาน Nostr และแน่นอนว่า ผู้ใช้งานสามารถสลับหรือลงชื่อเข้าใช้ ไคลเอ็นต์ได้หลายตัวตามต้องการ ตราบใดที่ไคลเอ็นต์ทั้งหมดเชื่อมต่อกับชุดรีเลย์เดียวกัน คุณก็จะเห็นข้อมูลเดียวกันในทุก ๆ ไคลเอ็นต์ **ลงชื่อเข้าใช้ ไคลเอ็นต์หลาย ๆ ตัวแล้วจะกระทบต่อความปลอดภัยของแอคเคาร์ไหม?** คำตอบของคำถามนี้นั้นขึ้นอยู่กับวิธีการที่คุณลงชื่อเข้าใช้ หากคุณลงชื่อเข้าใช้ด้วยกุญแจส่วนตัว ถึงแม้ว่าไคลเอ็นต์ส่วนใหญ่จะพยายามรักษาความปลอดภัยของกุญแจส่วนตัวอย่างดีที่สุด แต่ด้วยข้อจำกัดของซอฟต์แวร์ ย่อมมีความเสี่ยงที่จะเกิดช่องโหว่ การเจาะระบบ และข้อผิดพลาด ที่อาจทำให้กุญแจส่วนตัวของคุณรั่วไหลออกไปได้ ส่วนวิธีการป้องกันเกี่ยวกับเรื่องนี้คือการใช้ส่วนขยายของเว็บเบราว์เซอร์ เพราะการเข้าสู่ระบบในไคลเอนต์ต่าง ๆ ผ่านส่วนขยายนั้นจะใช้เพียงกุญแจสาธารณะในการเข้าสู่ระบบและทุกครั้งที่เราต้องการจะโพสต์หรือสร้าง event บน Nostr ไคลเอนต์จะทำการร่าง event นั้น ๆ และเว้นช่องของลายเซ็นเอาไว้จากนั้นเราจะต้องทำการเซ็นผ่านส่วนขยาย ด้วยวิธีนี้ทำให้กุญแจส่วนตัวของเราไม่หลุดออกไปไหนตลอดการใช้งาน **รีเลย์คืออะไร?** รีเลย์เปรียบเสมือนเซิร์ฟเวอร์ที่อยู่เบื้องหลังของ Nostr และทำหน้าที่รับ event ต่าง ๆ มาจากไคลเอนต์ Nostr และอาจจะจัดเก็บและกระจายข้อความเหล่านั้นไปยังไคลเอนต์อื่น ๆ ที่มีการเชื่อมต่ออยู่ เทคโนโลยีของรีเลย์นั้นเปลี่ยนแปลงอย่างรวดเร็ว ดังนั้นคาดว่าจะมีการเปลี่ยนแปลงอีกมากมายในอนาคต อย่างในปัจจุบันที่มีการนำเสนอ bostr หรือ รีเลย์ที่จะคอยส่ง event ของเราต่อให้กับรีเลย์อื่น ๆ ที่มีการเชื่อมต่อ เพื่อช่วยลดภาระของไคลเอนต์ในการรับส่งข้อมูลจากหลาย ๆ รีเลย์พร้อม ๆ กัน หรืออย่างการป้องกันสแปมด้วย POW หรือประเภทที่สามารถเก็บรูปหรือวิดีโอที่มีขนาดใหญ่ได้ แต่สิ่งหนึ่งที่ควรทราบก็คือ การที่ Nostr นั้นพยายามจะกระจายศูนย์และเหตุผลหลัก ๆ ที่สามารถทำแบบนั้นได้ก็ขึ้นอยู่กับรีเลย์ในการจัดเก็บและดึงข้อมูล ดังนั้น หากคุณรู้สึกว่าไคลเอนต์ Nostr ของคุณทำงานช้า ส่วนใหญ่ก็มักเกิดจากรีเลย์ที่คุณกำลังเชื่อมต่ออยู่ คุณอาจลองแก้ไขปัญญาโดยการเปลี่ยนหรือเพิ่มรีเลย์อีกสองสามรายการในไคลเอนต์ที่คุณใช้ **แล้วจะสามารถหารายการรีเลย์ได้จากไหน?** การที่เราจะหารายการรีเลย์ที่เราควรเชื่อมต่อนั้น ๆ จริงแล้ว ๆ สามารถทำได้หลายวิธี แต่วิธีที่ผมแนะนำที่สุดจะเป็นการใช้ตามคนที่เราติดตามอยู่ เพราะจะเป็นวิธีที่เราสามารถเห็น event ต่าง ๆ ของคนที่เราติดตามได้ง่ายที่สุด และเช่นเดียวกัน เพื่อน ๆ หรือคนที่เราติดตามก็จะสามารถเห็น event ของเราได้เช่นกัน และสำหรับในประเทศไทย เรามีรีเลย์ที่คนไทยส่วนใหญ่นิยมใช้กันอยู่สองอัน นั้นคือ wss://relay.siamstr.com/ และ wss://relay.notoshi.win/ ถ้าหากว่าอยากเห็นคนไทยเยอะ ๆ บนหน้าไทม์ไลน์ ผมแนะนำเป็นอย่างยิ่งว่าควรเพิ่ม รายการรีเลย์เหล่านี้ลงไปในบัชญีหรือไคลเอนต์ต่าง ๆ ที่คุณใช้ด้วย สำหรับอีกวิธีหนึ่งผมแนะนำให้เข้าไปในเว็บไซต์ nostr.watch เนื่องจากในเว็บไซต์นี้เป็นแหล่งข้อมูลที่ดีที่สุดสำหรับการค้นหาและประเมินความเร็วของรีเลย์ต่าง ๆ **จะเกิดอะไรขึ้นถ้ารีเลย์ทั้งหมดที่ฉันเชื่อมต่ออยู่หยุดให้บริการ?** สิ่งนี้เป็นสิ่งที่คุณต้องระวังมากที่สุดในการใช้งาน nostr เนื่องจากหากรีเลย์ทั้งหมดที่คุณเก็บข้อมูลไว้หยุดให้บริการทั้งหมดและคุณไม่มีการสำรองข้อมูล event ของคุณเก็บไว้เลย มันแปลว่าโพสต์ทั้งหมดของคุณ ผู้ติดตาม และรายการต่าง ๆ ที่คุณสรรค์สร้างไว้จะไม่สามารถกู้คืนได้ไปตลอดการ นี่จึงเป็นเหตุผลหลัก ๆ ที่ Nostr อนุญาตให้ผู้ใช้งานนั้นสามารถเชื่อมต่อกับรีเลย์ได้เป็นจำนวนมาก ก็เพื่อให้แน่ใจว่ามีข้อมูลสำรองเก็บไว้อยู่ที่ใดที่หนึ่งในระบบเสมอ แต่อย่างไรก็ตาม หากคุณต้องการที่จะมั่นใจได้ว่าข้อมูลต่าง ๆ ของคุณจะไม่ถูกเซ็นเซอร์ สิ่งที่คุณสามารถสามารถทำได้คือการใช้รีเลย์ส่วนตัวของคุณและกำหนดนโยบายต่าง ๆ ภายในรีเลย์ของคุณด้วยตัวคุณเอง **แล้วฉันจะสามารถใช้รีเลย์ส่วนตัวได้อย่างไร?** **อะแฮ่ม ๆ** ขอบอกไว้ก่อนว่ามันไม่คุ้มค่ากับความยุ่งยากสำหรับคนโดยทั่ว ๆ ไป ถึงในปัจจุบันจะมีเทคโนโลยีบางตัวที่เข้ามาช่วยให้มันทำได้ง่ายขึ้นแล้วก็ตาม หากคุณต้องการที่จะสำรองข้อมูลนั้น การที่จะมีรีเลย์ส่วนตัวที่ออนไลน์ตลอดเวลาอาจเป็นเรื่องที่ไม่ได้จำเป็นขนาดนั้น เนื่องจากเราสามารถใช้งานบริการอย่าง https://nostrsync.live/ ในการดาวน์โหลดข้อมูลของเราจากรีเลย์ต่าง ๆ ได้ หรือการติดตั้งรีเลย์ส่วนตัวอย่าง nostr-relay-tray: https://github.com/CodyTseng/nostr-relay-tray ที่ช่วยให้เราสามารถมีรีเลย์ส่วนตัวที่ใช้สำหรับสำรองข้อมูลได้ Nostr Implementation Possibilities (NIPs) NIP คืออะไร? --- NIP มีไว้เพื่อส่งเสริมความสามารถในการทำงานของ Nostr และเป็นตัวคอยกำหนดให้ เหล่านักพัฒนาทำสิ่งต่าง ๆ ที่เหมือนกันในรูปแบบเดียวกัน เพราะมันคงไม่ใช่ความคิดที่ดีนัก หากนักพัฒนาแต่ละคนจะคิดค้นวิธีแก้ปัญหาทั่วไปของตัวเองและนำไปใช้ในแอปของตัวเองเท่านั้น และคงจะเป็นการดีกว่า ถ้าหากทุกคนใช้วิธีแก้ปัญหาที่เหมือนกัน นั่นคือเหตุผลที่ต้องมี NIP อยู่ในโปรโตคอลของ Nostr และในทำนองเดียวกัน แนวคิดใหม่อาจดูดีในแอปของนักพัฒนาบางราย แต่จะดูดียิ่งขึ้นอย่างแน่นอนหากแอปอื่น ๆ อีกมากมายใช้มาตรฐานเดียวกันและสามารถทำงานร่วมกันได้อย่างราบรื่น **ทำไมมันถึงหน้าสนใจ?** อย่าลืมว่า Nostr เป็นระบบแบบกระจายอำนาจและไม่ได้มีบริษัทหรือใครที่เป็นเจ้าของมัน อย่างเช่นโซเชียลมีเดียอื่น ๆ เช่น ทวิตเตอร์ อ่อไม่สิตอนนี้คงต้องเรียกมันว่า X สินะ ซึ่งหมายความว่าทิศทางของโพรโทคอล Nostr นั้นขึ้นอยู่กับพวกเราทุกคน! ไม่ว่าใคร ๆ ก็สามารถเสนอแนะและสนับสนุนการเปลี่ยนแปลงและให้ข้อเสนอแนะเกี่ยวกับแนวคิดที่ผู้อื่นเสนอ และการที่คุณเป็นส่วนหนึ่งของชุมชนนี้ ก็ทำให้คุณมีส่วนร่วมในทิศทางของ Nostr อีกด้วย จากที่ส่งหากันได้แค่ข้อความ มาเป็นรูปภาพ มาเป็นวิดีโอ และมาเป็น”เงิน” นี่คือเส้นทางการเดินทางของโปรโตคอลนี้ในอดีต แล้วในอนาคตมันจะพัฒนาไปยังไงต่อก็ขึ้นอยู่กับเหล่าผู้ใช้งานและนักพัฒนาในอนาคต แล้วทำไมสิ่งนี้ถึงจะไม่น่าสนใจละ ? Event --- **Event คืออะไร?** Event เป็น object เพียงประเภทเดียวที่มีอยู่บน Nostr โดยมีโครงสร้างประมาณนี้ ``` {"id":"84d5d3dc9c388a702f39cad6360d41ebb804e809fb822f110ff8a14dfd35fc6c", "pubkey":"66df60562d939ada8612436489945a4ecf1d62346b3d9478dea8a338f3203c64", "created_at":1722315959, "kind":1, "tags":[["t","siamstr"]], "content":"ไปสั่งกาแฟเมื่อกี้ พส เจ้าของร้านชมว่าเดี๋ยวนี้คล่องภาษาญี่ปุ่นแล้วนะ ไอเราก็ดีใจ พอเดินกลับถึงที่ทำงานละก็ตระหนักได้ว่า ตะกี้เราสั่ง “ไอซ์โคฮี โอเนไงชิมัส” “เทคเอาส์” “คาโดะเดสส” ไอบ้าไหนญี่ปุ่นก่อนอังกฤษทั้งนั้น 🤣🤣\n\n#siamstr", "sig":"8f066a0099a5f580b605ebdb220179c4eca298947c38b855a0a8bf2783f28ddb537cb74a7f61d3ce8891189f719870efdf320ea4f895e03cdac44284c450c5c4"} ``` อย่าง Event ข้างต้นนี้มี kind เป็น 1 ซึ่งหมายถึง "ข้อความโน้ต" ซึ่งก็คือข้อความธรรมดา สั้น ๆ คล้ายกับที่ใช้กันใน Twitter เช่น บนฟีด การตอบกลับ และการโควท **ประเภทของ Event (Event Kinds)** หมายเลขของ kind แต่ละตัวมีความหมายแตกต่างกัน ตัวอย่างเช่น 0 หมายถึงอีเวนต์ "ข้อมูลเมตา" ใช้สำหรับให้รายละเอียดเกี่ยวกับผู้ใช้ เช่น ชื่อและรูปโปรไฟล์ รีเลย์ (Relays) สามารถจัดการกับ kind ที่แตกต่างกันได้ เช่น รีเลย์มักจะลบอีเวนต์ kind:0 เวอร์ชันเก่ากว่าออกไป และเก็บไว้เฉพาะเวอร์ชันล่าสุด ในขณะที่โดยทั่วไปจะเก็บอีเวนต์ kind:1 ไว้หลายรายการสำหรับแต่ละคีย์ โดยทั่วไปแล้ว คุณไม่จำเป็นต้องใช้ kind เกินกว่า 0 และ 1 ในการสร้างแอปพลิเคชันโซเชียลมีเดียบน Nostr แต่ kind อื่น ๆ ถูกคิดค้นขึ้นโดยไคลเอนต์ เพื่อมอบฟังก์ชันการทำงานอื่น ๆ ตามที่ระบุไว้ใน NIP บาง kind ไม่เกี่ยวข้องกับเครือข่าย และให้บริการตามความต้องการอื่น ๆ ของไคลเอนต์ที่เฉพาะเจาะจงกับฟังก์ชันการทำงานเหล่านั้น ซึ่งแนวคิดก็คือ สำหรับกรณีการใช้งานใหม่ ๆ แต่ละกรณี จะต้องมีการพิจารณาและเสนอซับโปรโตคอลเป็น NIP เพื่อให้สามารถทำงานร่วมกับไคลเอนต์ที่มีอยู่และในอนาคต ซึ่งอาจสนใจที่จะนำฟังก์ชันการทำงานนั้นไปใช้ ขณะเดียวกันก็มั่นใจได้ถึงความเข้ากันได้ย้อนหลัง และการรองรับสิ่งต่าง ๆ ที่มีอยู่และไม่ต้องการเปลี่ยนแปลง **คุณสมบัติอื่น ๆ ของ Event** created_at: เป็น Timestamp ของ UNIX ที่กำหนดโดยผู้สร้างอีเวนต์ โดยปกติจะเป็นเวลาที่สร้าง แม้ว่าจะไม่มีการตรวจสอบ แต่ก็ไม่ใช่ปัญหา content: ขึ้นอยู่กับความหมายของ kind ในกรณีของ kind:1 จะเป็นเพียงสตริงข้อความธรรมดาที่คนอื่น ๆ อ่านได้ tags: ขึ้นอยู่กับ kind เช่นกัน แต่แท็กทั่วไปบางอย่างที่มักปรากฏใน event kind:1 และ kind อื่น ๆ คือ "p" ซึ่งใช้เพื่อกล่าวถึงกุญแจสาธารณะ และ "e" ใช้เพื่ออ้างถึง event อื่น อยากมีส่วนร่วมในการพัฒนาของ Nostr ? --- จริง ๆ แล้วใคร ๆ ก็สามารถเข้ามามีส่วนร่วมในการพัฒนา Nostr ได้ ไม่จำเป็นต้องเป็น dev หรือมีความรู้ด้านคอมพิวเตอร์ก็สามารถทำได้ ไม่ว่าจะเป็นการให้ feedback กับ dev ของ client ที่คุณใช้, การสร้างคอนเทนต์ต่าง ๆ บน Nostr การสร้างชุมชน รวมไปถึงการช่วย client ต่าง ๆ ในการทำ UI ให้เป็นภาษาท้องถิ่น และอื่น ๆ อีกมากมาย ใคร ๆ ก็สามารถช่วยได้ตามความสามารถที่แต่ละคนมี มันเลยทำให้ Nostr โครตน่าอยู่ :)

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***I joined Nostr a week ago and wanted to recap it for myself and also give other newbies a simple introduction. Maybe this will help you get started too.*** ## Step 1: Create your identity and get your private key for a browser extension I started with the Snort client on my local home server. It created my private/public key pair and I was good to go. Then I transferred the private key to Amethyst, a pretty good Android-based client. Before looking at various clients and other nostr-based websites, I tried transferring my private key into a browser extension. I looked at Alby and nos2x. I chose the latter because I wanted to keep my Lightning wallet separate from my identity management. You don't have to, I just found it easier. ## Step 2: If you're confused, always check your feed settings I tried many different clients and was very confused at first. Due to its decentralized nature, Nostr relies on relays, which are just small servers, and to each one you can connect to, all your data is stored. When you post a message, write a note, an article like this or simply who you follow. The main reason and benefit for this is that there is no single point of failure or server-like entity that could be censored. The side effect of this, combined with using different clients, was that not only did it look different everywhere, but the content was also very different. This was simply because I wasn't connected to all my different clients with the same relays. But the main reason why each feed looks different on each client is usually because you can choose different variations of feeds and some clients even offer filters for the feeds. Scroll down to get a small overview of the clients I've tried. ## Step 3: Set up your lightning wallet with something like Wallet of Satoshi I made my Bitcoin Lightning wallet independent of my identity. That's why I just went with the number one Lightning wallet on the market: Satoshi's Wallet. It's very simple and provides you with a Lightning address that resembles and has the format of an email address. You can add this address to your Nostr profile description and you're ready to receive Sats. Anyone can send them to you, e.g. for a good message or something else they find valuable on Nostr (like a podcast, a video, an article, ...). Just be aware that Satoshi's wallet contains your key and the sats you have there are not really your sats. So only leave a small amount there or no more than you need for your nostr experience. ## Step 4: Set up your Nostr address I set up a unique NIP-05 identifier that is human readable and also looks like an email address. For me, that's tobiya@nostrplebs.com, also called a nostr address. It's much easier to read, share and remember than your public key, which is just a long, unwieldy string of characters. Some popular services are: * NostrVerified * Alby * Iris * Primal * Snort * nostrplebs.com Most offer free services or at least a free tier. I chose nostrplebs.com because it links my Nostr address (tobiya@nostrplebs.com) to my Lightning wallet. ⚡ ## Brief overview of the clients (I have tested) ### Web/Browser: * **Primal**: Fast, user-friendly, nice looking, easy to use * **Coracle**: Focuses on decentralized reputation, privacy and trust metrics. Also well organized and structured * **noStrudel**: The most comprehensive I've found, has everything * **Rabbit**: Designed like X (Twitter) Pro, focuses on everything at once * **Nostter**: Clearly structured, easy to find what you're looking for * **Snort**: Fast web client for those who prefer simplicity and speed. ### iOS I'm not an iPhone user, but everything I've discovered says that Damus is the best app for iOS. ### Android: * **Amethyst**: Feature rich for Android, I only tried this program because it gives me everything I currently need on my phone. * **Primal**: Works seamlessly with Primal on the web, which is a pretty convenient starting point if you only want to use one client. As for the web clients, I'm still figuring out which one will be my favorite. But I think they're all good in their own way. In the time of writing, I am mainly using Primal on Android and Web, Amethyst and noStrudel. ### Let's have fun!!

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## Side jobs and passive sources of income To increase your income, it is often necessary to be creative and develop different income streams: * **Freelancing**: platforms such as Upwork, Fiverr or Freelancer offer a variety of tasks, from graphic design to programming work to marketing. According to a study by Statista, freelancers in Germany earn between 20 and 50 euros per hour on average, depending on their expertise. * **Part-time jobs**: You can take on a part-time job alongside your main job. Think about jobs that are flexible, such as driving services (e.g. Uber, Bolt), delivery services (e.g. Deliveroo, Gorillas) or tutoring. According to the Federal Employment Agency, part-time jobs can be tax-free up to 450 euros per month, which is an attractive option. * **Passive income**: This requires work or capital initially, but can generate income in the long term: * * **Real estate**: real estate investments offer regular rental income. According to the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW), the return on residential real estate in Germany can be between 3% and 5%. * * **Dividend stocks**: Invest in companies that pay dividends. Companies such as Siemens or Deutsche Telekom have a long tradition of distributing dividends. * * **Digital products**: Create e-books, online courses or apps. Once created, these products can generate continuous income. * * **Affiliate marketing**: Partner with brands and earn through sales commissions. Amazon Associates is one of the best-known platforms for this. ## Reduce expenses Another way to have more capital for investments such as Bitcoin is to reduce expenses: * **Budgeting**: create a detailed budget. Apps like YNAB or Mint can help categorize expenses and analyze where savings can be made. * **Food**: Plan your shopping, buy seasonal products and cook more yourself. According to a study by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture, households spend an average of around 25% of their income on food.Conscious shopping can significantly reduce these costs. * **Energy costs**: Use energy-saving light bulbs, switch off appliances completely and insulate your home better. According to the Federal Office of Economics and Export Control (BAFA), simple energy-saving measures can reduce costs by up to 20%. * **Subscriptions and memberships**: Review regular subscriptions (gym, streaming services).Many people pay for services they rarely use. A survey by Statista showed that on average 10-15% of monthly spending is used for subscriptions. * **Transportation**: Use public transportation or car sharing services instead of owning a car.Owning a car can cost several thousand euros a year, including insurance, maintenance and fuel. * **Second-hand and upcycling**: Buy second-hand clothes or furniture.The second-hand market is booming and you can often find high-quality products at a fraction of the original price. ## Investing, or rather saving, in Bitcoin After you have accumulated more Dollar or other paper money by increasing your income and reducing your expenses, you can invest in Bitcoin: * **Bitcoin**: As the first and best-known cryptocurrency, Bitcoin has a high market capitalization and acceptance. Investors see Bitcoin as a “digital gold” alternative, especially in times of inflation. * **Risk and volatility**: Bitcoin is known for its high volatility. It is important to only invest money that you don't need in the immediate future. In the long term, bitcoin is destined to rise in price in dollar terms due to its unique characteristics. * **Long-term perspective**: Many investors hold Bitcoin as a long-term investment, similar to stocks. Historically, Bitcoin has shown positive returns over longer periods of time, despite high volatility. ## Practical steps to increase income and reduce expenses: 1. **Analyze income**: Make a note of all your sources of income and consider how you can increase them. This could be through salary increases, side hustles or new passive income streams. 2. **Review expenses**: Make a list of your monthly expenses and identify areas where you can cut back. Set specific goals for reduction. 3. **Investment plan**: After you have accumulated more capital, create an investment plan. For Bitcoin, this could mean investing small amounts regularly to take advantage of the average cost effect (dollar-cost averaging). 4. **Education and networking**: Invest time in education and build a network. This can lead to new income opportunities and increase your financial intelligence. ## Idea to get Ahead: Create a budget and set a monthly savings goal for your Bitcoin investments. Calculate how much you can generate by reducing expenses and generating additional income. Research and choose a Bitcoin only platform to buy Bitcoin (e.g. [Relai](https://relai.app/), [Coinfinity](https://coinfinity.co/), [21Bitcoin](https://21bitcoin.app/), [Pocket Bitcoin](https://pocketbitcoin.com/) ). Learn the basics of trading and start with a small investment.

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## The basics of financial planning Financial education is the first step to financial independence. Here are the core principles you need to understand: * **Income vs. expenses**: The core of any financial plan is to earn more than you spend. This requires not only discipline, but also a clear overview of your financial comings and goings. * **Budgeting**: Create a detailed budget plan. A budget helps you to see where your money is going and where you can save. It's a living document that you should adjust regularly. * **Emergency fund**: An emergency fund is a buffer against unforeseen events. Experts recommend keeping at least three to six months of your expenses in cash or easily liquidated assets. * **Set goals**: Define clear financial goals. These can be short-term (e.g. a new cell phone), medium-term (e.g. a car) or long-term (e.g. retirement). Each type of goal requires different strategies and time frames. * **Debt management**: Distinguish between good debt (e.g. investments in education or real estate) and bad debt (e.g. credit cards with high interest rates). A debt repayment plan is often just as important as a savings plan. ## Understanding investments Investing is the way to make your money work for you. Here are some basic concepts you should understand: * **Interest and Compound Interest**: Interest is the compensation you receive or pay when you invest or borrow money. Compound interest is particularly powerful as it means you earn interest on your interest, which can lead to exponential growth over time. * **Risk and return**: Investments with higher returns are often associated with higher risk. It's important to find a balance that suits your personal risk profile. Diversification can help manage this risk. * **Diversification**: Spread your money across different asset classes (equities, bonds, real estate, commodities) and regions to minimize risk. This protects you from a total loss if one investment performs poorly. *** Long-term perspective**: Investing is not a short-term game. It requires patience and a long-term perspective.Short-term market fluctuations should not lead to panic selling. This is true for every asset, even Bitcoin. * **Costs and fees**: Pay attention to the costs and fees associated with investing. These can have a significant impact on your returns over time. Especially important are taxes. ## Practical steps to financial education: * **Books and courses**: Invest in your financial education.There are many resources available, from classics like Rich Dad Poor Dad to online courses on platforms like Coursera or Udemy. * **Financial apps and tools**: Use apps like Mint, YNAB (You Need A Budget), or Personal Capital to track your budget and investments. These tools can help you monitor your finances in real time. Even a good old spread sheet can work wonders. * **Seek advice**: If possible, consult a financial advisor. They can provide personalized advice tailored to your specific situation. Make sure they offer independent advice. * **Podcasts and blogs**: Follow financial podcasts or blogs to get the latest trends and tips. You can find also a lot of execellent stuff on Youtube, especially Bitcoin education. * **Self-study**: Learn the basics of stock markets, bonds, real estate investing and other forms of investing. Websites like Investopedia or Khan Academy offer free knowledge. * **Study Bitcoin**: Nothing teaches you so much about finance, investing, money and wealth than bitcoin. If you are eager to understand it even more, it will teach you also thermodynamics, cryptography (math), economics, philosophy and maybe a lot more. ## Practice for application: Create a simple budget for the next month. Write down all expected income and expenses. Identify areas where you can save. Use an app or Excel spreadsheet to do this. Research an investment opportunity that interests you (e.g. ETFs, shares, real estate funds). Understand the basics and think about how you could get started. Create a small investment plan.

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Let's hear some of your latest Bitcoin purchases, feel free to include links to the shops or merchants you bought from too! If you missed our last thread, [here](https://stacker.news/items/661607/r/AG) are some of the items stackers recently spent their sats on. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/668607

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Dear friend, it seems like you have decided to turn your back on those walled gardens and set sails to enter uncharted territory. A world without walls, an open world, a world of beautiful chaos. At least for today, I don't intend guiding you out of the safe harbour onto the open, endless sea. Today, my only intent is sharing a few thoughts, before you depart. As a wise man on Madeira once said, it's not so much about having the right answers, it's about asking the right questions. While I'm not certain whether I have found the right questions myself by now, let me share the current set with you: * What causes the discomfort that drives you out of the walled garden onto the open sea? * Are you trying to transfer from one walled garden to the next one, where the difference being a slightly friendlier colour on the wall? * What are you hoping to find on the open sea that walled gardens cannot provide? * What are you willing to sacrifice for freedom (of speech)? * What will you need to keep the ship afloat? * How will you react when you find yourself in the middle of a storm? I sincerely believe that it's worthwile taking a step back before departing to reflect on the big picture and the underlying paradigm shift between walled gardens and nostr. This is not about building competitors to broken systems, this is not about mimicking centralised services, this is not about repeating the same mistakes over and over. This is about building a new world, an open world without walled gardens and data silos. Onwards!

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# Primal: Social Media with Bitcoin Tipping [Primal](https://primal.net/) is a social media app that lets you tip (zap) other users with bitcoin! How does Primal work and why should you join?  Primal is a social Bitcoin wallet. If you like somebody's content, you can tip them Bitcoin micropayments through the Lightning Network. Or monetize your own content. You can also use it as a custodial Lightning wallet to pay for small purchases in bitcoin. ## Primal Is a Nostr Client Primal uses the Nostr protocol as its social graph. Nostr is an open protocol for decentralized and censorship-resistant social media. If you're new to Nostr, learn more about it here: https://stacker.news/items/558629 Since Primal is only a client to access the Nostr protocol, it can only censor free speech or deplatform users on the Primal app, but not on Nostr. Also, if you stop using Primal as your Nostr client, you can import all your followers, posts, etc. to a new client. ## Primal Feels Like Twitter (X)! Primal's feed feels very familiar to other social media platforms, especially X (Twitter). You can follow people, like their posts, repost etc. It's not only for Bitcoin-related discussion: you can search for different hashtags and find your tribe, e.g. photography etc.  Primal works for iOS, Android and desktop. On desktop, the "Explore" function is even more detailed.  ## Earn Bitcoin for Your Content! By clicking the lightning bolt symbol on the feed, you can tip (zap) other users bitcoin. You can also browse through your contacts and zap them. Nostr is a great directory for Lightning payments!  If you hold the bolt symbol a bit longer, you can specify the zap amount if you want.  You can set your default zap amount in settings.  To set up a Lightning wallet with Primal, the app asks for your name, email address and the country of residence. But as far as I know, you can use a nym and a throwaway email etc. No need to upload any identity documents. The maximum balance you can hold on the Primal wallet is 1 million sats, or 0.01 BTC. The purpose of the wallet is not for long-term savings, but to onboard people to Nostr and to get familiarized with the culture of zapping. To get your first sats on the Primal wallet, you can receive bitcoin on Lightning or on-chain. Alternatively, you can buy sats on Primal with Apple Pay or Google Pay with your credit card (max. about $5 worth). Or just start creating and receive zaps from other users.  ## Take Care of Your "nsec"! Your "nsec" is your private key to your Primal (and Nostr account). Don't share it with anyone! Primal creates an nsec for you upon account creation, or you can import your own.  Primal is open-source, but it is not always a good practice to import private keys to any apps. If you don't want to import the private keys you already have to Primal, you can use e.g. [Amber](https://github.com/greenart7c3/Amber ), a Nostr signer extension app for Android. It's advisable to store your nsec in e.g. a password manager. If you use Primal on desktop, you can use e.g. [Alby](https://getalby.com/) @Alby, as a Nostr signer extension, zapping wallet and a place to store your nsec. Learn more about Alby [here](https://x.com/teemupleb/status/1599882236106416128). You can also use another Nostr signer extensions on desktop, e.g. [Nos2x](https://github.com/fiatjaf/nos2x ), but they often have no wallet functions for zapping or receiving zaps. They work only for posting, liking, replying, reposts etc. ## Convenient, but With Privacy Trade-Offs You can send direct messages to other Primal users, but you should know that while the content of the direct messages is encrypted (visible only to you and your contact), the message metadata is public for all to see (who you're sending messages to, when, how often etc.) Primal can be used as a [global international "Venmo" during dinner parties](https://x.com/joaodealmeida_/status/1828423275682373720). No more head-scratching when trying to split the bill! Not the most private way to do it though, but it's convenient!  Let's connect on Nostr! You can find me [here](https://primal.net/teemupleb). ## Additional Resources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd4Po4i7wvc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LsIb6D7FtU ## Project Links [Website](https://primal.net/) [GitHub](https://github.com/PrimalHQ) [Nostr](https://primal.net/primal) [X (Twitter)](https://x.com/primal_app) originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/668536

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> ![TIP] > &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;I was surprised to discover that I can send Hive in form of Bitcoin Lightning with this Decentralized Application. Right now the only way that I was able to access this is through HIVE keychain. I will try to find some other ways to access this. Now I can fund my Stacker wallet in the most convenient way possible.  originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/668391

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The Australian dream used to be straightforward: secure a job, pay off your house by your late thirties, and retire with substantial assets and savings to support your lifestyle. Some argue the introduction of compulsory superannuation contributions in 1991 signaled the government's lack of trust in Australians' ability to save and be self-sufficient in their later years. But I disagree. The issue wasn’t that Australians were incapable of saving; it was that saving money was no longer enough. The erosion caused by the Keynesian experiment had seeped into Australian retirements, making it nearly impossible for an entire generation to retire off the savings from a [median salary of $27,200](https://www.9news.com.au/finance/rates-1990-versus-2007/8251875f-a878-49a5-bca6-559d2dcdb361#:~:text=Against%20a%20backdrop%20of%20average,up%2044.99%20percent%20of%20income.). Superfunds were thus established by the government as a supposed solution to the problem they had created. How unsurprising. Fast forward 33 years, and Australian superfunds, like those in most of the western world, are now facing two insurmountable challenges of population demographic, and a debasing currency. **1. Our Population is Ageing** On face value, it shouldn't matter whether the population is ageing. If I have my own retirement account which I paid into each month, why would it matter if the people around me are ageing as well? The answer lies in duration mismatch. Retirement funds must manage a mix of short-term, long-term, and continuous obligations, balancing liquid liabilities (cash payments to members) with illiquid assets (investments). Because funds rely on more inflows (super contributions) than outflows (payouts to retirees), population demographics play a critical role in maintaining this balance - and Australia's isn't looking great.   *An example of an ageing population (Australia) vs a growing population (Nigeria)* **2. Our Currency is Ever Debasing** This is far more pernicious for our retirees | Financial Year | [Average Super Return](https://www.superguide.com.au/comparing-super-funds/super-funds-returns-financial-year) | [Money Supply Growth](https://data.worldbank.org/indicator/FM.LBL.BMNY.ZG?locations=AU&most_recent_year_desc=true) | Net Return | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2023-24 | 9.1% | 4% | 5.1% | | 2022-23 | 9.2% | 7.8% | 1.4% | | 2021-20 | -3.3% | 6.7% | -10% | | 2020-21 | 18% | 13.6% | 4.4% | In Austrian Economics, inflation is understood as a monetary phenomenon that occurs when new monetary units are added to the existing supply. This monetary inflation is the precursor to both price and asset inflation. Austrians also reject the idea of measuring price inflation with a single number, such as the CPI, as different asset classes respond differently to monetary inflation. For instance, industries like technology and manufacturing are less susceptible to price inflation due to the deflationary effects of increased automation and competition. Conversely, hard assets like gold and real estate have reached record highs, as easy money tends to flow toward the most reliable stores of value. #### Average Yearly Prices Increase since 2018 - Against YoY M2 and CPI | | Iphone | [Median House](https://www.aussie.com.au/content/dam/aussie/documents/home-loans/aussie_25_years_report.pdf) | Money Supply Growth | [CPI](https://www.rba.gov.au/inflation/measures-cpi.html) | | ----- | ----| ---- | ------ | --- | | Since 2018 | 2.24% | 6.8% | 7.2% | 3.1% --- *Although simplistic, the table above shows that hard assets move with monetary inflation, not CPI. The real hurdle, or the absolute **minimum** that a superfund has to give it's members is not CPI or the 3.95% 10 year, but that monetary inflation rate of 7.2%. An increase in the required rate of return invariably brings an increase in risk. Superfunds can't simply gamble Australians' retirement savings on high-risk offshore tech startups, so these returns are often sought through listed equities and commercial real estate—two interest rate sensitive asset classes. This correlation significantly limits the RBA's ability to manoeuvre and the dilemma is clear: * Drop rates, inflate away our retirement. * Increase rates, crash our retirement. **Bitcoin to the Rescue** You guess it, bitcoin fixes this. Take the same example from 1991, but replace the Australian Peso with Bitcoin. In a Bitcoin world, we wouldn’t need superannuation. By simply saving 40 years of time and energy in a deflationary currency like Bitcoin, our savings alone would **increase** in purchasing power, eliminating the need to burden future generations for our retirement. In the meantime, Australian superfunds should take a leaf out of a few smaller US pension funds like the [Wisconsin Pension Fund](https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-pension-fund-bitcoin) and start gaining exposure to bitcoin. A 2% allocation to a Bitcoin ETF is enough to ignite a chain reaction toward full institutional adoption. This truly scarce and desirable asset, with its **low** correlation to existing portfolios, isn’t just an opportunity—it’s a lifeline for the future of Australian retirees. It’s only a matter of time. Colin Gifford August 2024

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I’ve mentioned multiple times that I feel our time left is short and that the rapture and the tribulation are coming soon. I feel it with every ounce of my being. I see it in the rush to evil around us. I see Biblical prophecy coming to fulfillment and technologies that could not be fathomed 2,000 years ago coming into being in a way that will make prophecy possible. The question is, what do we do with the time left to us? ## Don’t Be a Foolish Virgin Matthew gives an analogy of believers waiting for Christs return: > *“Then the kingdom of heaven will be comparable to ten virgins, who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish, and five were prudent. For when the foolish took their lamps, they took no oil with them, but the prudent took oil in flasks along with their lamps. Now **while the bridegroom was delaying, they all got drowsy and began to sleep**. But at midnight there was a shout, ‘Behold, the bridegroom! Come out to meet him.’ Then all those virgins rose and trimmed their lamps. The foolish said to the prudent, ‘Give us some of your oil, for our lamps are going out.’ But the prudent answered, ‘No, there will not be enough for us and you too; go instead to the dealers and buy some for yourselves.’ And while they were going away to make the purchase, the bridegroom came, and **those who were ready went in with him to the wedding feast**; and the door was shut. 11Later the other virgins also came, saying, ‘Lord, lord, open up for us.’ But he answered, ‘Truly I say to you, I do not know you.’ **Be on the alert then, for you do not know the day nor the hour**.* (Matthew 25:1-13) {emphasis mine} Christians have been waiting for around 2,000 years for Christ’s return. It is easy to get drowsy and begin to sleep due to the delay to His return, but we are called to be ready. “*You too, be ready; for the Son of Man is coming at an hour that you do not expect.*” (Luke 12:40) Our wait may be long or short, but we are supposed to live our lives like he will arrive today. We don’t want to miss out on joining Him at His return, but we also don’t want to have to face Him knowing that we were not focused on what He had called us to do. We don’t want to admit that we didn’t share the gospel to that friend, that we didn’t stand up for the truth when the crowd was speaking contrary to the word of God, or that we acted in an unloving way to fellow believers or to the lost. The Bible clearly tells us that we “*do not know the day nor the hour*,” but that doesn’t mean that He has not given us signs that the time is short. ## What Should We Be Doing? If Jesus is coming soon, how should we spend our time? What should we be doing? Should we just sit back and wait? > > *For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either. For we hear that some among you are leading an undisciplined life, doing no work at all, but acting like busybodies. Now such persons we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to work in quiet fashion and eat their own bread. But as for you, brethren, do not grow weary of doing good.* (2 Thessalonians 3:10-13) The Bible is clear that we should work. This not only means that we should not quit our jobs, but should continue working as we have been doing, but it also means we should put time and effort into kingdom work.** God has given each one of us a purpose and a job to do. We should study His word and pray and keep our eyes open so we don’t miss out on what He intends as our purpose. Another analogy is given in Matthew: > > “*For it is just like a man about to go on a journey, who called his own slaves and entrusted his possessions to them. To one he gave five talents, to another, two, and to another, one, each according to his own ability; and he went on his journey. Immediately the one who had received the five talents went and traded with them, and gained five more talents. In the same manner the one who had received the two talents gained two more. But he who received the one talent went away, and dug a hole in the ground and hid his master’s money.* *> *“Now after a long time the master of those slaves \*came and \*settled accounts with them. The one who had received the five talents came up and brought five more talents, saying, ‘Master, you entrusted five talents to me. See, I have gained five more talents.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful slave. You were faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.’* *> *“Also the one who had received the two talents came up and said, ‘Master, you entrusted two talents to me. See, I have gained two more talents.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful slave. You were faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.’* > > *“And the one also who had received the one talent came up and said, ‘Master, I knew you to be a hard man, reaping where you did not sow and gathering where you scattered no seed. And I was afraid, and went away and hid your talent in the ground. See, you have what is yours.’* > > *“But his master answered and said to him, ‘You wicked, lazy slave, you knew that I reap where I did not sow and gather where I scattered no seed. Then you ought to have put my money in the bank, and on my arrival I would have received my money back with interest. Therefore take away the talent from him, and give it to the one who has the ten talents.’* *> *“For to everyone who has, more shall be given, and he will have an abundance; but from the one who does not have, even what he does have shall be taken away. Throw out the worthless slave into the outer darkness; in that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth*. (Matthew 25:14-29) God has given each of us different skills, gifts, and opportunities. He wants us to make the most of them. If God gave you skill in business, you can use your wealth to fund ministries, churches, and missionaries. If God has gifted you with the ability to teach, you can disciple many to grow in their faith and knowledge of God. If God has brought you into a relationship with someone influential, you can share the Gospel with them and be used to draw them into saving faith in Jesus. Whatever skills, gifts, and opportunities God has given to you, you need to make the most of them. You need to grow and make the most of what God has given you. ## What is the Best Use of Our Time and Money? God wants us to shine a light for Him. He wants us to make a difference. There are many ways to do this and we can’t do them all. We have to pick and chose what is God’s will and what will make the best use of what God has given us. There are lots of good things we can do, but what is the best? I used to focus on prepping to be able to provide for my family and others if times get bad. That was good, but was it best? I used to grow a garden and grow healthy food. That was good, but was it the best? I used to be highly involved in politics and worked hard to support and elect godly men and women into government positions where they could have a positive influence on our culture and our country. That was good, but was it the best? > > *According to the grace of God which was given to me, like a wise master builder I laid a foundation, and another is building on it. But each man must be careful how he builds on it. For **no man can lay a foundation other than the one which is laid, which is Jesus Christ**. Now if any man builds on the foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, each man’s work will become evident; for the day will show it because it is to be revealed with fire, and **the fire itself will test the quality of each man’s work**. If any man’s work which he has built on it remains, he will receive a reward. If any man’s work is burned up, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire*. (1 Corinthians 3:10-15) {emphasis mine} The best way to judge which actions are best is to see which actions have an eternal influence and to look and see what God is doing and to join His work. The difference between gold & silver versus wood, hay, and straw is the gold & silver can survive fire. Whether something is good or best depends on whether the action makes a difference in eternity.** Providing for my family and friend’s physical needs and health is good, but it doesn’t make an eternal difference. Electing Godly officials makes life here on Earth better, but does it actually make a difference eternally? Probably not. What does make a difference? Sharing the Gospel with others makes an eternal difference. Standing up for the truth, especially the spiritual truths from the Bible, makes an eternal difference. Writing a book or a blog sharing the truths of the Bible and Jesus makes an eternal difference. I’ve tried to focus my time on this type of activity more than the former. I don’t want one soul to go to Hell because I was too busy to share the Gospel. I don’t want one Christian to regret their life on Earth because I was too busy to disciple them. I don’t want to be like the man who received the single talent and buried it in the ground, who, when facing his master, was told, “*You wicked, lazy slave.*” ## What Is Most Important? > > *“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But **store up for yourselves treasures in heaven**, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in or steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also*. (Matthew 6:19-21) {emphasis mine} What are the most important things in our lives? The most important things are people. - Some people in our lives have never heard about Jesus. We need to share the gospel with them. - Some people in our lives are hurting and need to be helped and encouraged and taught to trust in Jesus. - Some people in our lives are new Christians or just immature Christians, who have trusted in Jesus, but haven’t grown much since salvation. We need to teach and disciple them to grow in their understanding of God and who He is. We need to build up their faith. We need to encourage them to study the Bible. - Some people in our lives know God and His word, but are unsure how to live out their faith and share it with others. We need to encourage them and train them, so they can multiply their faith among others in their lives. What are you doing to make an eternal difference in service to our Lord Jesus Christ? Are you one of the lazy, unprepared virgins? Are you hiding the gifts God gave you in the ground or shining a light that can be seen by everyone around you? Are you so busy doing good, that you don’t see God’s best? Are you excited about meeting Jesus in the air at the rapture of the Church? I am! I hope you are, too. Trust Jesus.\ \ your sister in Christ, Bible verses are NASB (New American Standard Bible) 1995 edition unless otherwise stated

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Why does the world remain ignorant to Africa's sinister secrets? There's a lot going on beneath the surface in our everyday lives. Most of us accept this as a fact; that we only perceive a small sliver of reality as it is. However, it's rare that we align our actions with the uncomfortable reality that lies beyond immediate perception. Authentic people do align themselves in this way, and they’re often threatening to those who don’t because they hold a mirror to their own incongruities. We may be aware of the truth that lies beyond our immediate field of view, which is exactly the excuse we use to allow ourselves to not be authentic. Truth? Sure, I'll accept the truth of which you speak, as long as you can "prove" it. If it's there, why don't you point to it? Just because you can't see it, doesn't mean it's not there. We look around to observe the crowd moving in unison. We may know we're all aware of some heretofore unspeakable truth, but the mass misdirected momentum of the crowd acts as an all-too-easy justification to excuse ourselves from being less than we can be; to shy from the consequences of living in truth. They say the shepherd is there to protect the flock, lest they be preyed on by the wolf. Little do the sheep know that it is the shepherd who controls their fate, and ultimately feasts on their flesh. If I were a sheep, I would much rather live a short life dying a brutal death at the jaws of a wolf. At least I would have been unbounded in my life; free of the ignorance imposed by a faux protector; blind to the reality of my domestication for the purposes of his own prolongation. Jesus was a shepherd, was he not? All too many Africans I've spoken to know Christianity was used as a tool to supplant their own traditional practices as a means to unhinge their pride and autonomy… "I'm sorry you lost everything: your land, your family, your livelihood, your dignity. Have you heard of Jesus? He can provide everything you'll ever need. You never needed all this land, culture, and sovereignty anyway. You don't need to carry the burden of being your own person, thinking for yourself, living for your people and culture, living for the right to determine your own destiny. Jesus can handle all that for you. Trust me, your life will be better now" It is beyond saddening to remember the conversations I've had with "Christians" in Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and South Africa. They're entirely aware of how most of their culture has been lost, and how the majority of Africans remain enslaved in their minds to this day. Jesus and Western ideals are the broken records they were raised with, and these are what they all claim to be the answer to life's woes. To think differently is to be cast away. To think differently is suicide. When all hope has been lost, dare not face reality as it is, apparently. Religion: the opiate of the masses, as they say. Religion (Christianity in the South) is rampant in Africa, and my observed reality is that it's not practised with integrity. Don't get me wrong, it can be beautiful to see people come together for shared belonging, but there's no sense in lying to ourselves and each other in the process. The vast majority of what I witnessed and heard from people was a bastardisation of Jesus and the Bible so they can justify their wrong doings without being judged by others, or worse, to coerce others in the effort to claim moral superiority. Perhaps the most painful irony is that Jesus would have never stood for any of this crap. Taken at face value, there is a lot to learn from the life of Jesus; lessons that should not be ignored. However, Jesus would have never proposed religion as it exists today, or whatever the group-think, known as "church", has become. After all, Jesus did not follow the crowd. Jesus followed the beat of his own drum. He didn't live to teach that we live blindly. He was his own shepherd. Why is this so hard for people grasp? I wouldn't be surprised if Jesus was crucified all over again were there to be a proverbial "second coming". I swear, being a missionary, or any evangelist, should be held in contempt the world over. For people to assume they carry another man's truth is beyond hubris, and only proves they lay victim to the same fallacious and cowardly thought that allows us to fall in step with the crowd despite our better judgement - to vilify the wolf and befriend the shepherd despite the truth. Africa’s Truths Africa is a land of hard truths. It's brutal and raw. It reminds me of traveling through India more than ten years ago. India confronted me with my own nature, forcing me to witness suffering and hardship that was otherwise hidden in the Western world where I was raised. Africa is India at a larger geographic scale. After more than 30,000 km by motorcycle through much of Southern Africa, I've seen enough child labour, corruption, and artificial hardship to feel deep pains reflected within myself. Africa and India remain crucially different. Effectively, Africa is still colonised, whereas India is largely independent. The USA, France, China, and Russia (among others) are not free to exercise their interests in India. In Africa, the USA, France, China, and Russia's interests (among others) are the only interests that carry weight. Confessions of an Economic Hit Man (by John Perkins), anyone? Africa isn't some drought-ridden continent devoid of resources to support the people who live there. The majority of the raw materials that fuel the "modern" lifestyles of the Western world come from Africa, for Christ's sake (pun intended). How does it make sense for a Canadian company to mine in Namibia where only 5% of the profits go to the Namibian government? How much of this inevitably filters through Namibia’s corrupt elite to the Namibian people? Africans' living standards should be no less than on par with that of the rest of the world, but the "success" of the West (and the East, increasingly) hinge too crucially on the controlled flow of artificially suppressed prices on commodities that make up the comforts of the "developed" world. Africa is where the world sweeps their problems underneath the rug. Africa is the closet where the world's skeletons collect dust. By all means, go on your happy little safari, but don't dare learn about how none of that safari money tangibly benefits the African people. My “success” is a reflection of Africa’s suffering Africa is where I realised how I allow myself to live out of alignment with known truths. I haven't posted anything to this newsletter in over a year. I've asked myself "why?" over the months and came up with various answers. I wanted to write about those answers, but they didn't suffice. The best answer I can give you now is out of shame and pride. My pride wouldn't allow me to continue writing because I didn't want to advertise my lifestyle. My shame wouldn't allow me because I feel like an impostor. I've felt like an impostor for a very long time. In that time I have somehow cultivated an image of being a traveler. People seem to know me as one. I even have a little mantra I learned while living in China that I seem to cling to as part of my identity: 我是一个旅行者 (Wo shi yi ge lu xin zhe) - "I am a traveler". However, I don't think I'm purely a traveler. I think I'm a traveler because it has been the path of least resistance. It has been a convenient alibi. I, like all of us, held dreams as a young human about what I wanted to do with my life. As I matured, I faced opposition in the opinions of society, family, and friends as to the "practicality" of my dreams. I didn't have to listen to them, but I did. I internalised those thoughts and chose to stick to what I know, traveling. I grew up traveling a lot as a kid. I always loved it, and learned over the years that I'd like to travel in my own way as an independent. I'm happy to say that I've done so, but I've learned that my sacrifices to reach this lifestyle needn't be as severe as they've become. I wanted to live outside. I wanted to study animals and the laws of nature, and I never thought it would be practical to do so in tandem with my traveling life. I felt guilty in college. I didn't know how to support myself while in my studies, and couldn't bear accepting financial support from someone I didn't align with. I felt like a politician corrupted by the vested interests of their donors. This led to me dropping out of college, abandoning my childhood dreams to settle for a "life of integrity". I vowed I would one day come back to make good on my dreams. Traveling has been the life I choose to live while I find a way to honour a core responsibility to myself. I'm proud of myself for not being coerced by outside interests, but I now know I'm not being entirely authentic. Thank you, Africa. I’m sorry, Africa. Thank you, Africa. I'm sorry, Africa. I'm sorry that I've lived a life of privilege that stems largely from your plunder. Thank you for keeping me safe while I learn your truths. Thank you for reflecting my own core truths. My heart continues to break when I think of the world’s ignorance over Africa, and I think my gap in writing has been necessary to process this reality. Frankly, I'm enraged along with a sense of peace that Africa's time will come. I'm confident in Africa's future; I just wish the rest of the world wasn’t working so hard to keep its head below water. I'm responsible for Africa's fate, and so are you. We are all complicit in this crime. I hope this article resurfaces an awareness in readers a truth that seems to lay dormant in the public awareness. I don't know why more of us don't stand up for Africa (and not by crying to our governments - f*ck them), because I think our individual efforts are more than enough. Even indirectly, I think we can slowly push the wave of change that is necessary to do right by Africa. I think we all have the incentive to do so, for Africa is the foundation of humanity in multiple sensibilities, meaning Africa’s prosperity translates into everyone’s prosperity. All thoughts and comments are welcome. G originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/667609

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I can't remember the exact name of the dish. - Basmati rice - Barberries - Almond slivers - pistachios - Zintron peel   originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/667533

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## What does beeing rich mean? Wealth is a term that has different meanings for many people. For some, it means owning a big house and multiple cars, for others it means the freedom to travel whenever they want, or simply the security of not having to worry about the monthly bills. So before one can dive into the strategies on how to get rich, it makes much sense to define what wealth could mean: * **Material wealth**: possession of money and material goods. * **Temporal wealth**: The freedom to use your time as you wish. * **Emotional wealth**: contentment, happiness and healthy relationships. * **Health wealth**: A healthy life without the burden of disease. --- ## Developing the right mindset The first step to real wealth starts in the mind. Here are some principles you should internalize: 1. **Abundance thinking**: believe that there is enough for everyone. Wealth is not limited; it can be created. 2. **Take responsibility**: Your financial situation is the result of your choices. Take responsibility for it and be prepared to change it. 3. **Think long-term**: Short-term pleasures can sabotage long-term wealth. Think in terms of decades, not days or months. 4. **Continuous learning**: The path to wealth is an educational path. Keep learning, be it about finances, investments or new skills. 5. **Resilience**: Setbacks are inevitable. Rich people see failures as lessons, not the end. 6. **Network and relationships**: Wealth is often influenced by the people you know and how you interact with them. 7. **Create value**: Wealth often comes from creating more value for others than you consume yourself. 8. **Discipline**: Taking in more than you spend, although this may sound trivial, it is a necessary condition. --- ## Paths to wealth Getting rich is a goal that many people strive for, and there are several ways to achieve it. Here are some ways that are often discussed: 1. Education and career: A good education in an in-demand field can lead to high-paying jobs. Careers in technology, finance, medicine or law are good examples. 2. Entrepreneurship: Starting your own business can be very lucrative. This can include anything from tech startups to traditional businesses to innovative services. 3. Investments: * Stocks and securities: long-term investments in stocks, ETFs or mutual funds can lead to wealth through compound interest and dividends. * Real estate: Real estate investments, whether through rental or appreciation, are classic ways to build wealth. * Bitcoin: Although still very young and not directly classifiable as an asset, commodity or security, the only truly decentralized cryptocurrency has very interesting characteristics that (could) lead to a perpetual appreciation. 4. Saving and smart financial management: Save regularly and invest the money wisely. The compound interest effect can turn small amounts into large fortunes over decades. 5. Passive income: By building sources that generate passive income, such as writing books, patents, YouTube channels, or developing apps. 6. Networking and relationships: Contacts with influential or helpful people can open doors that would otherwise remain closed. 7. Inheritances and profits: Although unpredictable, inheritances or winnings such as lottery prizes can lead to instant wealth. 8. Lifelong learning and adaptability: Continuing to learn and adapt to market changes can lead to success in many fields. 9. Willingness to take risks: High risks can bring high rewards, whether by investing in new technologies or starting a business in a new market. 10. Mindset and discipline: Developing a promising mindset focused on growth, learning and perseverance. Discipline in financial activities is also crucial In practice, it is usually a combination of several of the things mentioned above, e.g. a person who has achieved a high income through education (e.g. a CEO) with discipline (continuous saving) over a long period of time can build up a considerable fortune. Basically, however, it is very difficult or almost impossible without a willingness to take risks. The more risk you are prepared to take, the faster you can succeed. If you don't have any assets yet, you have to take risky paths in order to make some progress. If you have already built up some assets, you can't take any risks. There is a great risk of starting from zero again and you are better advised to save continuously and invest conservatively. If you are already wealthy, you can of course continue to invest with as little risk as possible and this should also apply to the majority of your assets. However, you can then “gamble” again with 10% to a maximum of 20%. You can then easily afford a little fun and thrills. Long-term preference involves planning for and valuing future outcomes over immediate ones. This approach requires patience, discipline, and the ability to foresee the benefits of delayed gratification. An example would be investing in education or health now for better career opportunities or well-being in the future. In general becoming rich means to develop a long-term preference. Usually Bitcoiners are able to defer gratification because they learned to believe in a better future for themselves. *Why?* Because Bitcoin could be the best possible tool to store your purchasing power in the long run. ***Exercise in self-reflection***: Take a moment to write down what wealth means to you. Be specific. What does a rich life look like to you? What would you do if money were no object? This vision will be your guiding star.

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When I first stumbled upon Nostr back in February 2023, I was immediately drawn to the network's unique design. It was like stumbling across a hidden architectural gem - something so intricate and beautifully crafted that most people might walk past without a second glance. But for those who truly saw it, Nostr's design was mesmerizing. I didn’t know exactly what I was diving into, but I felt enthusiasm because I knew this was something entirely different from the usual legacy social media attempts at connecting people. One of the first things that struck me was the people. Nostr wasn't just a network; it was a gathering place for a group of curious outlaws, all eager to try something new and break away from the norm. The platforms and interfaces were a bit scrappy and buggy in those early days, but that didn't matter. What stood out was the spirit of the community, people kept coming back, filled with cheer and optimism. Even more impressive was the willingness to help each other out. It wasn't just about using the platform; it was about collectively figuring it out together. This was the seed of a constructive culture that was starting to take root. Coming from the Twitter culture, I noticed something refreshing: on Nostr, people referred to each other as friends, not followers. Twitter often felt like a toxic swamp of influencers, each trying to outdo the other with proclamations and status games. Sure, there were helpful people on Twitter, but more often than not, their "help" came with strings attached, promoting a Gumroad book, pushing a newsletter subscription, always with a personal incentive lurking in the background. Nostr, on the other hand, was different. Here, people helped each other just for the sake of it, with no expectation of anything in return. The spirit of giving was genuine, and it was contagious. Fast forward to today, and that same spirit is alive and well. Just take a glance at the #introductions tag, and you'll see it in action: friendly users, eagerly welcoming new members into the ecosystem, offering to lend a hand, and making everyone feel at home. The constructive culture of Nostr, built on a foundation of genuine camaraderie and selflessness, is as vibrant now as it was back in the early days. This isn't just a network; it's a community that thrives on cooperation, curiosity, and the simple joy of helping others. Nostr isn't about chasing clout or boosting follower counts; it's about building something meaningful together, one interaction at a time. And that's what makes it truly special.

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For six full years I've been updating and commenting on the status of global central bank money on Twitter. As the seventh year of my research commences, for 2024 Q2, it's about time to bring it home to the better bird protocol. This is a much more philosophically aligned place to focus in on the signal when it comes to our money, and I'm happy to finally convert these posts to long-form here. **This is quarterly update #25, for 2024 Q2.** If you have followed [my work](https://www.porkopolis.io/) before, then you know that the constant hymn I've sung while speaking publicly about Bitcoin is that the only, economically comparable money supply in the fiat world to 21 million bitcoins is what economists call the "monetary base," or "base money." This is a corporeal money supply that has existed across all of modern economic and central banking epochs. For an apples-to-apples, ontological comparison with Bitcoin, look no further then Base money. ## So what is it? It is *central bank money*, comprised of two supplies: 1. **Physical currency**: Notes and coins, or “cash;” 2. **Bank reserves**: The “Master account” that each commercial bank holds with its central bank. Now, why do I refer to this as, "Central bank money?" This is because, unlike all other money supplies in the fiduciary banking world (like M1/M2/M3), the Monetary base is the sole and ultimate money supply controlled by the central bank. It is, literally, the *printing press*. What follows won't be a lesson in reserve ratios or monetary economics. The point is that you simply understand that ***there is*** a money supply that central banks solely control, and of course (of course!) this is what Bitcoin's 21 million are up against. The monetary base is to the core of the entire fiat financial system, as 21 million bitcoins are to the core of the Bitcoin protocol. One is open and permissionless, and one is not. By the way, the monetary base is essentially (though not entirely) analogous to the *total liabilities* of a central bank, so we can (basically) say that the monetary base is the "balance sheet" of each central bank. **On cash**. Quick notes on the above. Certainly you understand what "cash" is, and it is indeed an instrument that has been fully monopolized by each central bank in each nation around the world--only they can print it. Even though it is true that banks in more free banking societies in the past could freely print and strike notes and coins, the central bank (or state) monopoly has been around for a long time. Kublai Khan was the first to do it 750 years ago. **On bank reserves**. Don't stress your brain on this too much, but this is the main "settlement money" that banks use between each other, when they want to settle their debts. It is digital now (Fedwire in US, CHAPS in UK), but it doesn't technically have to be, and of course before modern technology took over even a few decades ago, it was not. These two stacks of retail and wholesale cash, stacks of *central bank money*, are what makes up the **Monetary base**. This is the *printing press*. Only this compares to 21 million bitcoins. And gold, and silver by the way. Final note, central bank digital currencies, or CBDCs, which are simply LARPing on Bitcoin's success, are indeed created by central banks, and they are indeed classified as Base money. They are going to be a "third rail." They are thankfully incredibly small, pilot projects today. We will see how far democracies will be tested, as autocracies no doubt will mainstream them; but for now, consider them, at least economically, to be inconsequential to the update below. With that review out of the way, onward to Q2 update for 2024. ## Bitcoin is the **6th largest money in the world**. In February 2024, it surpassed the monetary base of the United Kingdom, that is its value was larger than the Bank of England's balance sheet, and it remains so to this day. As of 30 June 2024, there are four central bank balance sheets larger than Bitcoin: 1. **Federal Reserve (dollar)**: $5.73 trillion 2. **European Central Bank (euro)**: $5.19 trillion equivalent 3. **People's Bank of China (yuan)**: $5.11 trillion equivalent 4. **Bank of Japan (yen)**: $4.20 trillion equivalent So if we only look at this from a "fiat" perspective, then Bitcoin is indeed the 5th largest money in the world. However, the all-important monetary metal throughout history that even a child knows about--gold--is still king at around **$15 trillion in value**, or 6.1 billion ounces worldwide. Note, this does not include gold lost/recycled through industry; in that case, it is estimated that about 6.8 billion ounces of gold have been mined throughout humanity. *Update #25 Executive Summary* Silver, for what it's worth, is still a big "monetary" metal; though it is true, much more silver is gobbled up in industry compared to gold. There are about 30.9 billion ounces of non-industrial silver floating around the world (most of it in jewelry and silverware form) that is valued in today's prices at $930 billion. Bitcoin bigger. ## **State of the Print: $26.1 trillion**. If we add up the Big Five central banks already mentioned above (again, Bitcoin being larger than the Bank of England's monetary base), as well as the next 45 central banks, we get to a total, USD equivalent value of **$26.1 trillion in base money across the world**. If we consider $26.1 trillion as the Big Boss of central bank money, the figure in totality, then Bitcoin at $1.2 trillion network value indeed has some way to go. We can also imagine how the Pareto distribution occurs even in money, if Bitcoin after only 15 years is already larger than every central bank money in the world except for four of them. Wild to ponder. ## Inflation: 12.7% per year. It is also true that for two years they have been trying to "normalize" their balance sheets after the 2020-22 Covid madness, stimulus, and money printing. Of course, they have been trying all along to normalize since the 2008 global finance crisis (GFC), but I digress. When I first started my website, I vowed never to use such a non-corporeal thing as CPI to discuss how much things cost. A "general increase in the level of consumer prices," or CPI, as measured by planning boards around the world, is not a real thing. It may be calculated by people with the best of intentions, but it has been manipulated and volumes have been written about it. I don't use it. I have always defined inflation as the classical economists did: Inflation is an increase in the "stock" of money. If we know the all-time stock of euros printed by the European Central Bank now, and we know the all-time stock of euros printed by the ECB 12 months ago, then it is very easy to calculate the annual inflation of the euro. Not only is it easy, but *it is real*. It is corporeal. Watch what they do, not what they say. But we should be rigorous. If inflation is an increase in the stock of money, what is a decrease in the stock of money? Does this happen? Well, this is *deflation*, and yes it does happen. You may be surprised to learn that for two years central banks around the world have collectively been shrinking their balance sheets, and thus we have been in a state of deflation. With my research we can visually see all of this, and it is here: *Inflation, or Deflation?* Turns out that the normalization is more difficult than they thought, as they are still at $26.1 trillion, and before Covid the global monetary base was $20 trillion. Nonetheless, they have stopped the money printing of 2020 and 2021. I have written much about my [methodology for these reports](https://www.porkopolis.io/methodology/), but the bottom line is that the area curve on the left axis (the base money itself, denominated in dollars), will not necessarily reflect what is happening with the actual money print, trailing 12-month % figures on the right axis (the growth rate or inflation rate). It is a *Wittgenstein's ruler* thing. The blended, global, annual rate of central bank money printing at the moment is nearly flat, just slightly negative at -0.3%. The flat levels and the slight rate of deflation have been relatively consistent for the last two years, but if you look at that the 2022 peak of $30 trillion, this may seem like they have cut the supply much more than this. *They haven't*. This is because, on balance, ***most of the world's currencies have fallen faster in value against the dollar, even though they continue to print***. This is why we have seen $4 trillion in base money shed in value over the last couple years of rising interest rates, but the *actual decrease the rate of base money printed* has only been around **-1% to -2% per year**, when measured across each currency's native unit growth, each month. And for the high signal, no-noise figure in my attempt to get you to one number to understand how much central banks have compounded their fiat base money stack across 50+ years, **that figure is 12.7% per year**. And Powell says he wants to cut rates (print money) again. Wild. ## Let's compare. For the rest of this report, I want to do something different and simply spend some time looking at the compound annual growth rates of various corporeal things around the world, in order that we can compare those to the growth of the fiat monetary base, and Bitcoin. Remember, most things in the financial and economic world grow exponentially. This simply means that they grow *constantly*. The financial term here is compound growth, or compound interest. This rate of growth can indeed change year to year (interest rates can go up, or down), but over the years we can observe a strong trend, and that is what I want to summarize here for you. ## Population. The world has grown exponentially at **1.7% per year** over the last 75 years. However, despite all the overpopulation myths you've probably heard, this rate of growth is actually falling, well below trend, and we only grow at **0.9% per year** at the moment. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/90fbd48fcd521e23de66747536591d3ef2896444064a7b2e199078db0bfba193.png"> ## GDP. The United States has grown its economy at 5.2% compounded per year since the founding of the republic. We are at the higher end of this trend right now, $28 trillion per year and growing at **5.8% per year**. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/34f4fc9e55e6f56dba3e4e8dbd5dcbd3e9e4e0d34065342b979232eea511339b.png"> ## Stocks. Stocks grow exponentially as well, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. The growth rate is **7.3% per year** for the S&P 500, the main US index that tracks more than 80% of total market caps. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/296a61cbf0d70e364b83f83194ec77f403b2400cd0a5037267c12df7515fc75e.png"> ## Stocks. With Dividends. If you reinvest those dividends into the same stock market, you'll earn more. Still compound growth, but 2% higher at **9.3% per year** for the S&P. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/3e7af90c34a41cd46c7cd40d41882978d779bac8a41264a757acecf3bb8abaa2.png"> ## Bonds. Bonds are supposedly safer than stocks (bondholders get paid back first), and more cash flowing. If you look at the longest running bond index in the US, it grows at **7.1% per year**, compounded. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/00a0792079370ed7fe1f5764885b1e42937ed819ad0ab873d68d23cf557379f3.png"> ## Base Money. As we've discussed, base money grows, if re-weighting the native unit growth each month, at **12.7% compounded per year**. However, this trendline analysis looks at it differently. It simply looks at the USD value of the global monetary base (again, **$26.1 trillion**), and draws an exponential trendline on that USD equivalent growth for 50+ years. In other words, this is going to be *after all currency fluctuations* have played themselves out. Do you think the growth rate here will be higher or lower? Actually lower, at **10.3% per year**. But there is a big asterisk here, as more base money supplies are added in later periods than in the 1970s and 1980s, so it is not as rigorous as the 12.7% figure. In any event, one might expect this trendline analysis to *actually be higher* in that case, so it goes to show how quickly currency values can fall against the global reserve currency! <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/01af174097a9eb2e8d51b80d3bea8e71e135664eecc511f317d09b0f43dd1193.png"> ## Silver. This is total ounces ever mined. They trend upward at **1.4% per year**. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/ae1aa48cfdadb64b93ddde96443879ce0d55c35b0f5310fbe142c4cccae7f387.png"> ## Gold. This is total ounces ever mined. Gold trends upward at **1.7% per year**. Faster than silver. Surprised? Notice the R-squared (goodness of fit) for both silver and gold. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/3616dbb2d34660549ee03326c63bba15dcff8d5d90f416770875555e9bac4215.png"> ## Bitcoin. Bitcoins grow according to a basic logarithmic curve. Trying to draw percentiles is pointless here, and even measuring a trendline is somewhat pointless, as everyone knows the bitcoins prescribed into the future, by the protocol. Better to just quote the trailing 12-month growth figure, and it is **1.7% per year** and falling. For now, identical to gold. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/bbb62f63b6f9a4f2ead25f2af673bfa2a9695ded9e8ccd6c24893d26df876591.png"> ## Silver price. Since 1971 it's trended at 3.4% per year. Silver bug? <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/1503c5ddea14b2d3252119bc115570495d26f468e8782d0f698470008c766834.png"> ## Gold price. Since 1971 it's trended at 5.0% per year. Gold bug? <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/f7e1e3683fcd4dc190b8c185c2173b0def0dde015402c5d61aa332305057a22e.png"> ## Bitcoin price. Note, we have finally arrived at something that grows differently than exponential. As I've observed since 2018, Bitcoin grows according to a power trend. Did you notice that all the prior exponential trends displayed themselves as straight lines on log scale? Well, with Bitcoin, the power trendline gradually falls across time, but the growth is still well larger than anything we've covered thus far. Why? It's being adopted, of course. Bitcoin's power trendline has grown **169.9% per year** since Bitcoin Pizza Day in 2010. Note that this is something akin to a "Lifetime Achievement" figure, and it will continue to fall every day. Over the prior 12 months ending 30 June 2024, Bitcoin grew **105.6% over the year**. The compound growth of the power trend today is **45% per year**. By 2030 it will fall to "only" **36% per year**. Oh yes, and it is free, open, and permissionless. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/f25cfc32102f0bfe6e5f284b922adbd3d97c1fdac75d6780a25400e40fe81fbf.png"> ## To summarize. That's a lot of data that came at you quick. I've compiled it all in a helpful table here for you to review at any time. This is the world at 2024, Q2: <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/033c016467fc061265366b6cd34769a37747374350cc5d864ede0bc4a1096886.png"> ## Base money concluded The following table gives you a complete summary of the fiat currencies, gold, silver, and Bitcoin figures used in this analysis, for this quarter. Please print it out if you like, it is meant to be a helpful, in-depth companion when fiat friends come asking. <img src="https://blossom.primal.net/2113d41187c71c6b833be7f5d0db14438fb4f4f9df4c519faaee5db9c27e831d.png"> Thank you for reading! If you enjoyed, please consider zapping, and you can also donate to my [BTCPay](https://donations.cryptovoices.com/) on [my website](https://www.porkopolis.io/) if you'd like to help keep this research going.

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### Changing Passwords in Linux Using GRUB 1. **Access the GRUB Menu**: Reboot your system and hold down the **Shift** (BIOS) or press the **Esc** (UEFI) key to access the GRUB menu. 2. **Edit the GRUB Entry**: Highlight the Linux entry and press **'e'** to edit. 3. **Modify Boot Parameters**: Find the `linux` or `linux16` line and add `single` or `init=/bin/bash` at the end. Press **Ctrl + X** or **F10** to boot. 4. **Remount the Filesystem**: If booted into a bash shell, run `mount -o remount,rw /` to remount the filesystem as read-write. 5. **Change the Password**: To change the root password, run `passwd`. For a user, run `passwd username`. 6. **Reboot the System**: After changing the passwords, reboot the system by running `exec /sbin/init` or `reboot`. 7. **Log In**: Log in with the new root or user password. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/666211

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Editing of profiles and projects seems easier and laid out better and the overall responsiveness of the website feels greatly improved. The Analytics section tho . . . whoo doggie! What an upgrade. Try it out at geyser.fund originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/665891

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# The Righteous Mind: Why Good People are Divided by Politics and Religion This is one of my top recommends for just about anyone. Unless you just hate discussing or thinking about contentious ideas, The Righteous Mind is a must read for anyone seeking to understand how people hold such different views in good faith. The author, Jonathan Haidt, is a well respected social and moral psychologist. While being hosted by a family in India, he realized that his hosts had moral sensibilities that he just didn't have. This wasn't a matter of reaching a different conclusion about a moral question. There were things they cared about for reasons entirely alien to him. That's where his key insight came from: people have fundamentally different moral sensibilities. Haidt realized that many of the moral and political positions held by American conservatives were motivated by some of these same moral sensibilities that he simply lacked. What followed was an attempt to categorize the different types of moral sensibilities and look for patterns in who have which ones. ## Moral Tastebuds Initially, Haidt identified five different moral sensibilities and likened them to tastebuds. People with a particular moral sensibility will perceive certain situations as morally significant, while those without the sensibility do not perceive it as morally significant. A sixth tastebud was added after studying libertarians and realizing just how goddamn weird we are. ### The Six Moral Foundations * Care/Harm * Fairness/Cheating * Loyalty/Betrayal * Authority/Subversion * Sanctity/Degradation * Liberty/Oppression The findings are that each of us have different sensitivities to each of these flavors of morality. There have been some subsequent refinements and additions made in more recent work on Moral Foundations. You can learn about your personal Moral Foundations by taking [this quiz](https://moralfoundations.github.io/). ## Political Differences The part of the book I found most interesting, and the portion that is discussed the most, is describing how progressives and conservatives differ in their moral tastebuds. This explains a lot of why it's so difficult for people to have constructive conversations with "the other side". Progressives score very high on care and fairness, but relatively low on the others. Conservatives, on the other hand, score fairly high across the board. In one sense, it's not surprising that conservatives have a broader moral palate (they are stereotyped as "moralizers", after all). However, what surprised me is that they seem to care just as much as progressives about the things progressives care about. ## Failure to Communicate One of the follow up experiments they did on that initial research, was to gauge how much understanding each side had of the other. This was done by allowing people to ascribe justifications for their answers to a set of political and ethical questions. Then, subjects were asked how someone in the opposite political camp would answer the questions and what their justifications would be. The results were exactly as you'd expect from the moral foundations work. Conservatives knew what progressives believed and why, but progressives did not understand what conservatives believed or why they believed it. Conservatives share the moral foundations of progressives, so they understand them. Progressives do not share the other moral foundations of conservatives and therefor don't understand them. ## On Liberty Libertarians were discussed in the book, but most of the research to that point had not included the Liberty foundation. What they've learned is that libertarians are overwhelmingly sensitive to the liberty tastebud and fairly numb to the others. That result fascinates me, because there's nothing about libertarianism, per se, that rules out broader moral sensibilities. Libertarianism, after all, is not a holistic moral philosophy, but rather a legal philosophy. There's no contradiction in being extremely socially conservative, while also believing that the law should only punish violations of property rights. Similarly, there's no inherent reason why a socially progressive individual couldn't adopt a live-and-let-live view of government. However, it seems that people, by and large, think force needs to be brought to bear on whatever it is that they care about, but not on anything else. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/665765

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Many years ago, I realized that movies, particularly those from mass cinema, can be used for brainwashing the masses. It’s a perfect tool for long-term programming and control. Don’t get me wrong—I’m not saying all films push propaganda. However... The visual medium is particularly powerful in shaping our thinking and influencing how we see the world. Add bad intentions—namely politics and greed—into the mix, and you get a clear example of how people have been subtly fed selected narratives, motifs, and trends through mass-produced content, especially over the last 5-10 years. If you don’t agree, let’s talk. But before you comment or send me a DM, finish this short article so you have a stronger base to build your full opinion on. ## Legacy Cinema Built on Bitcoin Standard. I won’t dive too deep into independent cinema right now, which I sometimes jokingly call 'Binema.' Yet, for some context: together with a group of friends, I’m working on a project called Bitcoin FilmFest. Our goal is to support independent creators year-round and host a unique film festival annually. Feel free to join us in Warsaw, Poland, for #BFF25. FYI. It’s not a conference, but a community-driven cultural experience. **To connect this with the main topic of this read—legacy cinema—let me bring up a question that comes up from time to time, both within our team and from others:** 🤔 Does Binema have to focus solely on independent films, especially those directly about Bitcoin? **In my opinion: NO.** I’ve even written articles about classic yet big-budget films like THE MATRIX, EQUILIBRIUM, THE TRUMAN SHOW, and a few other titles, explaining why they deserve a place in Bitcoin Cinema. I’ll probably share those here soon... In the meantime, I’ve created dozen of memes that put together classic movies with sound money—combining knowledge with humor and irony 😎 Some of them are below. If you like any of these, simply download and share them with others. If you find any similar memes that mix legacy cinema with Bitcoin ethos, and decide to post them somewhere, [please tag me](nostr:npub134d6jtyveg74cuuj7qun4v2m6r7x7c6ryk69z4q7pa7f43kran2sl2yggk) and [Bitcoin FilmFest](nostr:npub1rjtrs7xqdvj3588r9njrexh2n750j7jdwx9qs543nutmdsj6ljaqpfmp8a). We’d love to spread them further. The more people see them and enjoy, the better! ----------------------------------------------------- **#01: Jerry Maguire (1996)—'A life isn’t worth living if you are sleepwalking through it.' Find the signal in the noise. Study Bitcoin.**  **#02: Boating accidents and the main lesson from TITANIC (1997)**  **#03: GROUNDHOG DAY (1993)—"Be like Phil, don't play by their rules. Opt-out with sound-money. Choose freedom."**  **#04: GAME OF THRONES (2011–2019) and the importance of preserving your wealth**  **#05: THE ADAM PROJECT (2022)—"Time travel only exists in movies. Stop wondering about this or that. Study Bitcoin, if you haven't started yet."**  **#06: A.L.F (1986–1990) and the complexities of Bitcoin Mining**  **#07: STAR TREK—The Original Series (1966): 'Live long and prosper' to all Noderunners out there!**  *BTC Your Mind. Let It Beat…* Şela / AZA

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- Carrots from the oven (cold) - Feta cheese - Olive oil - Dill  originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/665360

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ในโลกที่ Bitcoin เติบโตอย่างก้าวกระโดด ความต้องการในการทำธุรกรรมที่รวดเร็ว ปลอดภัย และเป็นส่วนตัว ก็เพิ่มสูงขึ้นตามไปด้วย Lightning Network ได้เข้ามาช่วยแก้ปัญหา Scalability ของ Bitcoin ได้ในระดับหนึ่ง แต่ก็ยังมีข้อจำกัด เช่น ความซับซ้อนในการใช้งาน และความจำเป็นในการบริหารจัดการสภาพคล่อง ในปี 2023 Burak Keceli นักพัฒนา Bitcoin ผู้มากประสบการณ์ ได้เปิดตัว **Ark Protocol** ซึ่งเป็นเลเยอร์ 2 โปรโตคอล ที่เสนอแนวทางใหม่ในการทำธุรกรรม Bitcoin โดย Ark มาพร้อมกับแนวคิดที่ล้ำสมัย และกลไกการทำงานที่แตกต่างไปจาก Lightning Network บทความนี้จะพาพวกเราไปทำความรู้จักกับ Ark Protocol กันเบื้องต้น ตั้งแต่หลักการทำงานของเทคโนโลยีนี้ ข้อดี-ข้อเสีย การเปรียบเทียบกับ Lightning Network และเทคโนโลยีอื่นๆ ไปจนถึงอนาคตของ Ark ในฐานะเลเยอร์ 2 ทางเลือกใหม่ ## **🤔 Ark Protocol คืออะไร?** Ark Protocol คือ เลเยอร์ 2 โปรโตคอล ที่สร้างขึ้นบนบล็อกเชน Bitcoin โดยมีเป้าหมายเพื่อเพิ่มความสามารถในการขยายขนาด (Scalability) ยกระดับความเป็นส่วนตัว (Privacy) และมอบประสบการณ์การใช้งานที่ราบรื่นยิ่งขึ้น Ark ทำงานโดยใช้แนวคิด **Virtual UTXO** (vUTXO) และ Covenant ในการทำธุรกรรมนอกบล็อกเชน (Off-Chain) โดยอ้างว่าสามารถทำธุรกรรมได้รวดเร็ว ราวกับส่งข้อความ ค่าธรรมเนียมต่ำจนแทบไม่รู้สึก และมีความเป็นส่วนตัวสูง ปกป้องข้อมูลธุรกรรมจากสายตาคนอื่น ## 📌 **vUTXO เหรียญ Bitcoin ดิจิทัลในตู้นิรภัยลับ** ลองนึกภาพ vUTXO (Virtual UTXO) เป็นเหมือนเหรียญ Bitcoin ดิจิทัล ที่ถูกเก็บไว้ในตู้นิรภัยสุดไฮเทค ตู้นิรภัยนี้ตั้งอยู่นอกบล็อกเชน Bitcoin ทำให้การเข้าถึง vUTXO เป็นไปอย่างรวดเร็ว และไม่ต้องผ่านกระบวนการตรวจสอบที่ยุ่งยาก เหมือนกับการหยิบเหรียญจากกระเป๋า แทนที่จะต้องไปรื้อค้นหาในกองสมบัติขนาดใหญ่ vUTXO คือหัวใจสำคัญของ Ark ที่ทำให้การทำธุรกรรมมีความรวดเร็ว และมีค่าธรรมเนียมต่ำ เนื่องจากธุรกรรม vUTXO เกิดขึ้นนอกบล็อกเชน Bitcoin จึงไม่ต้องรอการยืนยัน (Confirmation) จากเครือข่าย Bitcoin ## **📌 Covenant สัญญาพิทักษ์ความปลอดภัย** เพื่อให้มั่นใจว่า vUTXO จะถูกใช้จ่ายอย่างถูกต้อง Ark ใช้ **Covenant** ซึ่งเปรียบเสมือนสัญญาที่กำหนดเงื่อนไขการใช้จ่าย vUTXO ล่วงหน้า Covenant เหล่านี้ถูกเก็บไว้ใน vUTXO Tree ซึ่งเป็นเสมือนผังข้อมูลของ vUTXO ที่ช่วยให้ Ark สามารถจัดการ vUTXO ได้อย่างมีประสิทธิภาพ และช่วยปกป้องความเป็นส่วนตัวของผู้ใช้ เหมือนกับการมีระบบรักษาความปลอดภัยหลายชั้น ที่ทำให้มั่นใจได้ว่า มีเพียงเจ้าของที่แท้จริงเท่านั้น จึงจะสามารถเข้าถึง vUTXO ได้ ## **📌 vUTXO Tree ผังข้อมูลของ vUTXO** **vUTXO Tree** คือโครงสร้างข้อมูลที่ใช้จัดเก็บ vUTXO โดยใช้ Covenant ในการกำหนดเงื่อนไขการใช้จ่าย และสามารถนำ vUTXO กลับมาใช้ใหม่ได้ (Recycle) ทำให้ลดการใช้พื้นที่บนบล็อกเชน และเพิ่มความเป็นส่วนตัว vUTXO Tree ช่วยให้ Ark สามารถจัดการ vUTXO จำนวนมากได้อย่างมีประสิทธิภาพ และลดความซับซ้อนในการทำธุรกรรม ## **⭐ ASP ผู้พิทักษ์แห่งโลก Ark** Ark Service Provider (ASP) คือผู้ดูแลระบบ Ark ที่เปรียบเสมือนธนาคารที่เก็บรักษา Bitcoin ของผู้ใช้ และให้บริการ vUTXO ASP ทำหน้าที่ตรวจสอบธุรกรรม อัพเดต vUTXO Tree และดูแลความปลอดภัยของระบบ ASP เปรียบเสมือนผู้ดูแลตู้นิรภัย ที่คอยดูแล vUTXO ของผู้ใช้ และอำนวยความสะดวกในการทำธุรกรรม ## **🧡 3 ขั้นตอนง่ายๆ สู่ธุรกรรม Bitcoin** Ark Protocol เปรียบเสมือนโลกใบใหม่ที่ถูกสร้างขึ้นเพื่อให้การทำธุรกรรม Bitcoin เป็นเรื่องง่าย รวดเร็ว และปลอดภัยยิ่งขึ้น การเดินทางในโลก Ark นั้นไม่ซับซ้อนอย่างที่คิด เพียงแค่ 3 ขั้นตอนง่ายๆ คุณก็สามารถสัมผัสประสบการณ์การใช้ Bitcoin แบบเหนือชั้นได้ **1. ก้าวแรกสู่โลก Ark โดยแลก Bitcoin เป็น vUTXO** การเข้าสู่โลก Ark เริ่มต้นจากการฝาก Bitcoin ของคุุณเข้าสู่ Ark Service Provider (ASP) เปรียบเสมือนการเดินเข้าธนาคารเพื่อแลกเงินสดเป็นเช็ค ASP จะทำหน้าที่ดูแลรักษา Bitcoin ของคุุณอย่างปลอดภัย และมอบ vUTXO ให้เป็นเสมือนเช็คดิจิทัลที่คุุณสามารถใช้จ่ายในโลก Ark ได้ - **เลือก ASP** / ก่อนอื่น คุุณต้องเลือก ASP ที่น่าเชื่อถือ โดยพิจารณาจากชื่อเสียง ค่าธรรมเนียม และบริการที่ ASP นั้นๆ มีให้บริการ - **ฝาก Bitcoin** / เมื่อเลือก ASP ได้แล้ว คุุณสามารถฝาก Bitcoin ไปยังที่อยู่ Bitcoin ของ ASP ที่คุุณเลือก - **รับ vUTXO** / เมื่อ ASP ได้รับ Bitcoin ของคุุณแล้ว ระบบจะทำการออก vUTXO ให้กับคุุณโดยอัตโนมัติ vUTXO นี้จะถูกเก็บไว้ใน vUTXO Tree ที่ ASP ดูแล มูลค่าของ vUTXO จะเท่ากับจำนวน Bitcoin ที่คุุณฝากเข้าไป ตอนนี้คุุณพร้อมที่จะเริ่มต้นการเดินทางในโลก Ark แล้ว.. **2. ธุรกรรมสายฟ้าแลบ ผ่านการส่ง vUTXO รวดเร็ว ปลอดภัย ไร้กังวล** vUTXO เปรียบเสมือนเช็คดิจิทัลที่ทำให้การทำธุรกรรม Bitcoin เป็นเรื่องง่าย รวดเร็ว และปลอดภัย - **ส่ง vUTXO ง่ายๆ** / เพียงแค่ระบุจำนวน vUTXO ที่ต้องการส่ง และที่อยู่ Ark ของผู้รับ ธุรกรรมของคุณจะถูกดำเนินการทันที โดยไม่ต้องรอการยืนยันจากบล็อกเชน Bitcoin - **ค่าธรรมเนียมต่ำ** / เนื่องจากธุรกรรม vUTXO เกิดขึ้นนอกบล็อกเชน Bitcoin จึงมีค่าธรรมเนียมที่ต่ำกว่าการทำธุรกรรมบนบล็อกเชน Bitcoin - **ความเป็นส่วนตัว** / ข้อมูลธุรกรรม vUTXO จะถูกเก็บไว้ใน vUTXO Tree ซึ่ง ASP เป็นผู้ดูแล จึงมีความเป็นส่วนตัวมากกว่าการทำธุรกรรมบนบล็อกเชน Bitcoin **3. กลับสู่โลก Bitcoin ด้วยการแลก vUTXO คืนเป็น Bitcoin** เมื่อคุุณต้องการนำ Bitcoin ออกจากโลก Ark เพื่อนำไปใช้จ่ายในโลกภายนอก คุุณสามารถแลก vUTXO คืนเป็น Bitcoin ได้ง่ายๆ - **ส่งคำขอถอน** / เพียงแค่ส่งคำขอถอน Bitcoin ไปยัง ASP พร้อมระบุจำนวน Bitcoin ที่ต้องการถอน และที่อยู่ Bitcoin ของคุุณ - **ASP ตรวจสอบและดำเนินการ** / ASP จะตรวจสอบความถูกต้องของคำขอ และยอดคงเหลือ vUTXO ของคุุณ ก่อนทำการโอน Bitcoin ไปยังที่อยู่ Bitcoin ของคุุณ **สรุป** / การทำธุรกรรมในโลก Ark นั้นง่าย รวดเร็ว และปลอดภัย เพียงแค่ 3 ขั้นตอน คุุณก็สามารถสัมผัสประสบการณ์การใช้ Bitcoin ผ่าน Ark ได้ ## **หมายเหตุ** จากการศึกษาในเอกสารของทางผู้พัฒนา พบข้อสังเกตว่า.. การเลือก ASP ที่น่าเชื่อถือเป็นสิ่งสำคัญ เพราะ ASP จะทำหน้าที่ดูแลรักษา Bitcoin ของคุุณ ดังนั้น ควรศึกษาข้อมูล และเลือก ASP ที่มีชื่อเสียง มีระบบรักษาความปลอดภัยที่ดี และมีค่าธรรมเนียมที่เหมาะสม ## **Ark vs. Lightning Network** แม้ Lightning Network จะเป็นเลเยอร์ 2 ที่ได้รับความนิยมอย่างมากในปัจจุบัน แต่ Ark ก็มีข้อได้เปรียบและข้อเสียที่แตกต่างกันออกไป ดังนี้.. **1. ด้านความปลอดภัย** - Ark พึ่งพา ASP ในการดูแล Bitcoin และ vUTXO ดังนั้น ความปลอดภัยของ Ark จึงขึ้นอยู่กับความน่าเชื่อถือของ ASP - Lightning Network ใช้ Multisig และ Hash Time Locked Contract (HTLC) ในการรักษาความปลอดภัย ซึ่งไม่ต้องพึ่งพาบุคคลที่สาม แต่ผู้ใช้ต้องรับผิดชอบในการจัดการช่องทาง และป้องกันการโจมตีต่างๆ ด้วยตนเอง **2.ความสามารถในการรองรับปริมาณธุรกรรม (Scalability)** - Ark สามารถรองรับปริมาณธุรกรรมได้สูง เนื่องจากธุรกรรมเกิดขึ้นนอกบล็อกเชน Bitcoin - Lightning Network สามารถรองรับปริมาณธุรกรรมได้สูง แต่อาจยังมีข้อจำกัดอยู่บ้าง เนื่องจากต้องอาศัยการเปิด-ปิดช่องทาง และการบริหารจัดการสภาพคล่องที่จำเป็นต้องมีประสบการณ์และความชำนาญสูง **3.ความซับซ้อนในการพัฒนา** - การพัฒนาแอปพลิเคชันบน Ark อาจมีความซับซ้อนน้อยกว่า Lightning Network เนื่องจากไม่ต้องจัดการกับช่องทาง และสภาพคล่อง - การพัฒนาแอปพลิเคชันบน Lightning Network มีความซับซ้อน เนื่องจากต้องเข้าใจ Multisig, HTLC และการจัดการช่องทาง **4. การกระจายอำนาจ** - Ark มีการกระจายอำนาจน้อยกว่า Lightning Network เนื่องจากต้องพึ่งพา ASP - Lightning Network มีการกระจายอำนาจมากกว่า เนื่องจากผู้ใช้สามารถเชื่อมต่อกันเองได้โดยตรง โดยไม่ต้องผ่านตัวกลาง **5.ความพร้อมในการใช้งาน** - Ark ยังอยู่ในช่วงเริ่มต้นของการพัฒนา และยังไม่มีการใช้งานอย่างแพร่หลาย - Lightning Network มีการใช้งานจริงแล้ว และมีแอปพลิเคชัน Wallet และบริการต่างๆ ที่รองรับ **6.ความยืดหยุ่นในการใช้งาน** - Ark ออกแบบมาเพื่อการชำระเงิน และอาจไม่เหมาะกับการใช้งานอื่นๆ เช่น Smart Contract - Lightning Network สามารถนำไปประยุกต์ใช้ได้หลากหลาย เช่น Micropayment, Streaming Payment, และ Decentralized Finance (DeFi) **7. ต้นทุนในการใช้งาน** - ค่าธรรมเนียมในการทำธุรกรรม Ark ขึ้นอยู่กับ ASP - ค่าธรรมเนียมในการทำธุรกรรม Lightning Network ขึ้นอยู่กับ Routing Fee และค่าธรรมเนียมในการเปิด-ปิดช่องทาง **8. ความเสถียรของระบบ** - Ark ยังเป็นเทคโนโลยีใหม่ ความเสถียรของระบบยังอยู่ในช่วงการทดสอบ - Lightning Network มีการใช้งานจริงมาระยะหนึ่งแล้ว และมีความเสถียรในระดับหนึ่ง **9. การสนับสนุนจากชุมชน** - Ark ยังมีชุมชนผู้ใช้งานและนักพัฒนาที่เล็กกว่า Lightning Network - Lightning Network มีชุมชนผู้ใช้งานและนักพัฒนาที่ใหญ่ และมีการพัฒนาอย่างต่อเนื่อง https://i.nostr.build/gAhg5rQoYU3WmsGy.jpg ## **📌 Ark Labs ก้าวสู่พัฒนาการใหม่บน Bitcoin** ในเดือนมิถุนายน 2024 ทีมพัฒนา Ark ได้ประกาศก่อตั้งบริษัท Ark Labs อย่างเป็นทางการ ภายใต้การสนับสนุนของ Vulpem Ventures บริษัท Venture Capital ที่มุ่งเน้นการลงทุนในเทคโนโลยี Blockchain และ Cryptocurrency การก่อตั้ง Ark Labs ถือเป็นก้าวสำคัญของ Ark Protocol ที่แสดงให้เห็นถึงความมุ่งมั่นในการพัฒนาเทคโนโลยี และผลักดันให้ Ark กลายเป็นเลเยอร์ 2 โซลูชัน ที่ได้รับการยอมรับ และใช้งานอย่างแพร่หลาย 📌 **ภารกิจของ Ark Labs** Ark Labs มี 2 ภารกิจหลัก คือ - **พัฒนา Ark Protocol แบบ Open Source** Ark Labs มุ่งมั่นที่จะพัฒนา Ark Protocol ให้เป็น Open Source เพื่อให้ทุกคนสามารถเข้าถึง ใช้งาน และมีส่วนร่วมในการพัฒนาเทคโนโลยีได้ - **สร้างบริการสำหรับผู้ใช้ Ark** Ark Labs มีแผนที่จะสร้างบริการต่างๆ ที่ใช้งาน Ark Protocol เช่น Wallet, Payment Gateway, และ API เพื่อให้ผู้ใช้สามารถเข้าถึง Ark ได้ง่าย และสะดวกยิ่งขึ้น 📌 **Ark Labs: ทีมผู้เชี่ยวชาญ ขับเคลื่อนอนาคตของ Bitcoin** Ark Labs นำโดย Marco Argentieri ผู้มีประสบการณ์ในวงการ Blockchain และ Cryptocurrency มายาวนาน ทีมงานของ Ark Labs ประกอบด้วยนักพัฒนา Bitcoin ผู้มากประสบการณ์ นักออกแบบ และผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านการตลาด **แผนงานในอนาคต** แอปพลิเคชันแรก และการเติบโตของระบบนิเวศ Ark Labs มีแผนที่จะเปิดตัวแอปพลิเคชันแรกที่ใช้ Ark Protocol ภายในปี 2024 โดยแอปพลิเคชันนี้จะเน้นไปที่การทำธุรกรรม Bitcoin ที่รวดเร็ว ปลอดภัย และเป็นส่วนตัว นอกจากนี้ Ark Labs ยังมีแผนที่จะขยายระบบนิเวศของ Ark โดยการสร้างความร่วมมือกับ Wallet ผู้ให้บริการแลกเปลี่ยน (Exchange) และธุรกิจต่างๆ เพื่อเพิ่มการใช้งาน Ark ให้แพร่หลายมากยิ่งขึ้น ## **บทสรุป** Ark คืออนาคตของ Bitcoin หรือไม่? Ark Protocol คือเลเยอร์ 2 ที่น่าจับตามอง มาพร้อมกับแนวคิดที่ล้ำสมัย และศักยภาพในการยกระดับ Bitcoin ไปอีกขั้น แม้จะยังอยู่ในช่วงเริ่มต้น แต่ Ark ก็นำเสนอทางเลือกที่น่าสนใจ **หมายเหตุ** บทความนี้นำเสนอข้อมูล Ark Protocol โดยอิงจากข้อมูลที่เผยแพร่โดย Ark Labs และแหล่งข้อมูลอื่นๆ ผู้อ่านควรศึกษาข้อมูลเพิ่มเติม และทำการวิเคราะห์ด้วยตนเองก่อนตัดสินใจลงทุนในเทคโนโลยีใดๆ อย่างไรก็ตาม.. ยังมีคำถามอีกมากมายที่น่าสนใจเกี่ยวกับ Ark Protocol เช่น.. - กลไกการฝาก Bitcoin เข้าสู่ระบบ - รายละเอียดเกี่ยวกับค่าธรรมเนียม - และความสามารถในการรองรับปริมาณธุรกรรม (Scalability) เมื่อเทียบกับ Lightning Network ซึ่งเราจะมาหาคำตอบร่วมกันในเวที Advanced Stage วันที่ 14 กันยายน 2024 ในงาน #TBC2024 มาร่วมเจาะลึก Ark Protocol และสำรวจศักยภาพของเลเยอร์ 2 โซลูชันนี้ไปพร้อมๆ กันครับ! ## **ศึกษาเพิ่มเติม** - https://ark-protocol.org/ - https://arkdev.info/docs/learn/intro - https://arklabs.to/

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## Chef's notes Growing up there are a few staple foods that stick with you. For me, it was my Grandma Betty's Chicken Dijon. It was my birthday request every year and every time we cook it up it touches my heart. Grandma Betty passed away a 7 years ago. This dish is dedicated to her, directly from her recipe book. ## Details - ⏲️ Prep time: 10 - 🍳 Cook time: 35 ## Ingredients - 4 Chicken Breasts - 3 Tbsp Butter - 2 Tbsp Flower - 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream - 3 Tbsp Dijon Mustard - Tomato Wedges ## Directions 1. In large skillet, cook chicken in butter on medium heat till brown on both sides and cooked through (about 20 min) 2. Remove chicken and set aside 3. Stir flower into skillet drippings. (whisk thoroughly for best flavor) 4. Add chicken broth and cream. Whisk until sauce thickens. (about 5 minutes) 5. Add dijon mustard and stir to combine. 6. Place chicken breasts in skillet. Place lid on skillet and simmer on low. (10 minutes) 7. Slice tomato in wedges 8. Chop Parsley 9. Plate Chicken, pour cream sauce, tomato wedges and garnish with parsley. 10. Pairs well with steamed rice or pasta and your favorite vegetable(s) (I prefer sweat peas and Steamed Rice)

@ 8cb60e21:5f2deaea

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@ 460c25e6:ef85065c

If you don't know where your posts are, you might as well just stay in the centralized Twitter. You either take control of your relay lists, or they will control you. Amethyst offers several lists of relays for our users. We are going to go one by one to help clarify what they are and which options are best for each one. ## Public Home/Outbox Relays Home relays store all YOUR content: all your posts, likes, replies, lists, etc. It's your home. Amethyst will send your posts here first. Your followers will use these relays to get new posts from you. So, if you don't have anything there, **they will not receive your updates**. Home relays must allow queries from anyone, ideally without the need to authenticate. They can limit writes to paid users without affecting anyone's experience. This list should have a maximum of 3 relays. More than that will only make your followers waste their mobile data getting your posts. Keep it simple. Out of the 3 relays, I recommend: - 1 large public, international relay: nos.lol, nostr.mom, relay.damus.io, etc. - 1 personal relay to store a copy of all your content in a place no one can delete. Go to [relay.tools](https://relay.tools/) and never be censored again. - 1 really fast relay located in your country: paid options like http://nostr.wine are great Do not include relays that block users from seeing posts in this list. If you do, no one will see your posts. ## Public Inbox Relays This relay type receives all replies, comments, likes, and zaps to your posts. If you are not getting notifications or you don't see replies from your friends, it is likely because you don't have the right setup here. If you are getting too much spam in your replies, it's probably because your inbox relays are not protecting you enough. Paid relays can filter inbox spam out. Inbox relays must allow anyone to write into them. It's the opposite of the outbox relay. They can limit who can download the posts to their paid subscribers without affecting anyone's experience. This list should have a maximum of 3 relays as well. Again, keep it small. More than that will just make you spend more of your data plan downloading the same notifications from all these different servers. Out of the 3 relays, I recommend: - 1 large public, international relay: nos.lol, nostr.mom, relay.damus.io, etc. - 1 personal relay to store a copy of your notifications, invites, cashu tokens and zaps. - 1 really fast relay located in your country: go to [nostr.watch](https://nostr.watch/relays/find) and find relays in your country Terrible options include: - nostr.wine should not be here. - filter.nostr.wine should not be here. - inbox.nostr.wine should not be here. ## DM Inbox Relays These are the relays used to receive DMs and private content. Others will use these relays to send DMs to you. **If you don't have it setup, you will miss DMs**. DM Inbox relays should accept any message from anyone, but only allow you to download them. Generally speaking, you only need 3 for reliability. One of them should be a personal relay to make sure you have a copy of all your messages. The others can be open if you want push notifications or closed if you want full privacy. Good options are: - inbox.nostr.wine and auth.nostr1.com: anyone can send messages and only you can download. Not even our push notification server has access to them to notify you. - a personal relay to make sure no one can censor you. Advanced settings on personal relays can also store your DMs privately. Talk to your relay operator for more details. - a hidden, but public relay if you want DM notifications from our servers. Make sure to add at least one public relay if you want to see DM notifications. ## Private Home Relays Private Relays are for things no one should see, like your drafts, lists, app settings, bookmarks etc. Ideally, these relays are either local or require authentication before posting AND downloading each user\'s content. There are no dedicated relays for this category yet, so I would use a local relay like Citrine on Android and a personal relay on relay.tools. Keep in mind that if you choose a local relay only, a client on the desktop might not be able to see the drafts from clients on mobile and vice versa. ## Search relays: This is the list of relays to use on Amethyst's search and user tagging with @. **Tagging and searching will not work if there is nothing here.**. This option requires NIP-50 compliance from each relay. Hit the Default button to use all available options on existence today: - nostr.wine - relay.nostr.band - relay.noswhere.com ## Local Relays: This is your local storage. Everything will load faster if it comes from this relay. You should install Citrine on Android and write ws://localhost:4869 in this option. ## General Relays: This section contains the default relays used to download content from your follows. Notice how you can activate and deactivate the Home, Messages (old-style DMs), Chat (public chats), and Global options in each. Keep 5-6 large relays on this list and activate them for as many categories (Home, Messages (old-style DMs), Chat, and Global) as possible. Amethyst will provide additional recommendations to this list from your follows with information on which of your follows might need the additional relay in your list. Add them if you feel like you are missing their posts or if it is just taking too long to load them. ## My setup Here's what I use: 1. Go to [relay.tools](https://relay.tools/) and create a relay for yourself. 2. Go to [nostr.wine](https://nostr.wine/) and pay for their subscription. 3. Go to [inbox.nostr.wine](https://inbox.nostr.wine/) and pay for their subscription. 4. Go to [nostr.watch](https://nostr.watch/relays/find) and find a good relay in your country. 5. Download Citrine to your phone. Then, on your relay lists, put: Public Home/Outbox Relays: - nostr.wine - nos.lol or an in-country relay. - <your.relay>.nostr1.com Public Inbox Relays - nos.lol or an in-country relay - <your.relay>.nostr1.com DM Inbox Relays - inbox.nostr.wine - <your.relay>.nostr1.com Private Home Relays - ws://localhost:4869 (Citrine) - <your.relay>.nostr1.com (if you want) Search Relays - nostr.wine - relay.nostr.band - relay.noswhere.com Local Relays - ws://localhost:4869 (Citrine) General Relays - nos.lol - relay.damus.io - relay.primal.net - nostr.mom And a few of the recommended relays from Amethyst. ## Final Considerations Remember, relays can see what your Nostr client is requesting and downloading at all times. They can track what you see and see what you like. They can sell that information to the highest bidder, they can delete your content or content that a sponsor asked them to delete (like a negative review for instance) and they can censor you in any way they see fit. Before using any random free relay out there, make sure you trust its operator and you know its terms of service and privacy policies.

@ 3e6e0735:9e95c8a2

Imagine a colorful world filled with vibrant villages, each bustling with activity. Each village has its own unique roads and parks where people gather to share their stories, pictures, and ideas. **Village A** is like a big, crowded gathering spot, similar to Facebook, where everyone loves to post their adventures. But there’s a dark cloud hanging over it. The village leaders, while wanting to keep things friendly, are constantly pressured by the government to monitor what people share. If someone posts something that the government doesn’t like, the leaders might say, > “Hold on! You can’t share that!” It feels more like a prison than a park, where the rules can change at any moment, and everyone is afraid to speak freely. **Village B** is a chaotic place where folks send quick messages back and forth, just like Twitter. Here, too, the leaders face immense pressure from the government to control conversations. If you say something that doesn’t fit the official narrative, they might silence you or even banish you from the village. Plus, when you share your thoughts, you don’t really own them. The leaders can sell your data and connections to the highest bidder, leaving you feeling like just another product. Then there’s **Village C**, a trendy spot for sharing beautiful photos, like Instagram. But beware! The leaders here are also under the thumb of the government, which has its own set of oppressive rules. If someone posts something that challenges the status quo, it might just vanish without a trace. And just like in the other villages, your data and followers aren’t really yours—they can be sold off without your consent. But wait! **Enter NOSTR**, the magical map that connects all the villages without any leaders telling you what you can or can’t share. It’s like building roads that anyone can use, with no gates or guards in sight. With NOSTR, if Village A wants to share a story with Village C, they can do it directly, or through Village B, without anyone stopping them. It’s permissionless, meaning you don’t need to ask for permission to share your thoughts or ideas. Plus, all content lives everywhere at once, thanks to special relays, so you can find it no matter where you are! Here’s the best part: with NOSTR, you own your own data, connections, and followers! It’s like having a special key that only you control. No one can sell your information or take away your followers because you’re the one in charge. And let’s not forget about the exciting micropayments called “zaps” using Bitcoin! Imagine if you could send a little thank-you to someone for a great story or a beautiful photo, right there in the moment. It’s like tossing a coin into a fountain to show your appreciation, but digital and instant! And here’s a side note: with the rise of AI, people can create even more amazing things, like art or stories, and share them freely through NOSTR. There’s no one to censor or control what you create, so everyone can express themselves fully. As more and more people flock to NOSTR, the other villages start to lose their users. They realize they need to adapt or risk fading away. Some leaders begin to think about integrating NOSTR into their own platforms, but there’s a catch: they have to rethink their entire profit model first. This leads to a battle of ideas, as they struggle to find a way to keep their users while also embracing the freedom that NOSTR offers. In the end, while the centralized parks are dark and oppressive, ruled by leaders who are pressured by the government to control every word and image, NOSTR allows all the villages to connect freely. It’s a place where everyone can share their voices without fear, a world of endless possibilities where creativity thrives, and you truly own your data and connections!

@ 472f440f:5669301e

nostr:note1x82zkl9knpkgk07wlhycex6una0zjscgcafzaq2pfjfq6h3tz8jqr0em9m A lot of the problems the US is suffering from today stem from the fact that we've been managed by a political class that is economically illiterate for decades. "Debt is only money we owe ourselves." "We need to pass this $2 Trillion spending bill to drive down prices." "We need to phase out reliable energy generation in favor of unreliable renewables." "Nuclear energy is bad so we can't build anymore reactors." "We need to bail out the banks that introduced systemic risks into our economy or the world will devolve into chaos." "We need to lock down the economy and print trillions of dollars to pay people for staying home from work while we flatten the curve." "A prolonged zero interest rate environment will stoke economic growth with no long-term effects." "We need to ship all of our manufacturing over seas so that we can flood the world with dollars, make the USD the reserve currency of the world, and lower prices at home. Good middle class jobs be damned." The list goes on and on. The ramifications of these compounding economically illiterate policies has left the country, and the world at large, in an extremely vulnerable position. We are sitting on more than $35 TRILLION of debt on the national balance sheet with another $220 TRILLION in off balance sheet liabilities in the form of Social Security, Medicare, Medicade and other handouts the government has promised to make in the future. And, worse yet, many policies, particularly spending bills that pack in new regulations, have indirectly eroded individual freedoms. The annual military budget increases the war machine and the military industrial complex, which then use the money they've been allocated to lobby for laws like the Patriot Act. Completely obliterating the fourth amendment in an effort to "protect the country from terrorism". I sit here and shudder at the thought of how much money has been wasted on programs like the TSA and the additional lost economic productivity that comes with people idiotically taking off their shoes and standing in a radioactive tube with their hands up while some mouth breather who couldn't guard a Pixie cup from a three year old yells at you. Let alone the potential economic activity and partnerships that are blown up with the bombs we drop using money we don't have. The mad dash to "nEt ZeRo EmIsSiOnS" also brings along with it inflationary pressures that result in increased economic stress for the Common Man while restricting his freedoms. Nothing makes this clearer than the Orwellian "Inflation Reduction Act" that forced net zero energy transitions policies through a bill. The policies limit the options individual Americans and corporations have when it comes to utilizing the energy sources they deem most economically viable at any given point in time. An over subsidization of wind and solar and a demonization of oil, natural gas, coal and nuclear has introduced economic imbalances that are leading to a capital misallocation of epic proportions. This has, in turn, led to less reliable energy systems and overall higher energy costs. And now the incumbent administration, now headed by Kamala Harris, is pushing for an unrealized capital gains tax that is sure to scare tens of billions of dollars worth of capital outside of the borders of the US. We touched on it when it was originally being floated last week. However, at the time it seemed like the campaign was floating a litmus test to gauge how it would be received if it became an official policy. Today it became clear that this will be an official policy if Harris gets into office and garners the necessary votes to push it through. What's worse is the fact that one of her lead economic advisors, Bharat Rama, joined CNBC this morning to not only confirm that this is the official policy stance of the Harris campaign, but to say that people should be okay with this because they already pay an "unrealized gain tax" in the form of property taxes. Not only is it not true that property taxes are technically not unrealized gain taxes, but it's also horrible framing. Property taxes are one of the most reviled taxes that people have to pay after income taxes. No one likes paying property taxes. Especially when they look at the laughable public schooling system that they fund. Doubling down on failed policy seems to be the modus operandi of Kamala Harris and the Marxists on her team. An unrealized gains tax is nothing more than asset confiscation by a corrupt government that has completely lost control of its finances. It will destroy the wealth of the nation. "But it will only affect people who have more than $100M. Stop talking about this, it won't affect you at all! You poor rich wannabe." People who have attained hundreds of millions of dollars have done so because they are smart. (Most of them at least.) And they worked extremely hard to build businesses to acquire their wealth. If you think they are stupid enough to stand by and let the government swoop in and confiscate that wealth, I have a bitcoin privacy fork to sell you. They will move their money out of the country on November 6th and the Harris administration will be forced to begin lowering the threshold of who has to pay unrealized gains taxes. $50m $25m $10m $1m $100k They will not stop doubling down on their incompetence. These people should be laughed out of polite society and marooned on an island for floating policy as potentially dangerous to the US economy as this unrealized tax is. This is why we bitcoin. Bitcoin gives people the ability to store their wealth in an asset that is extremely hard to confiscate if secured properly. Bitcoin gives you leverage from which to fight back against this type of overt Marxism. --- Final thought... It is abnormally humid on my village by the sea for a late August day.

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# Understanding UTXO Consolidation for Bitcoin Users Bitcoin blockchain fees are currently low, so it's time to get familiar with UTXO consolidation! What is UTXO consolidation and why should you care? ## Many Small UTXOs Can Incur High Transaction Fees in the Future If you've been dollar-cost averaging small chunks of bitcoin to a self-custody wallet, you might have a lot of small-value UTXOs (Unspent Transaction Outputs) in your wallet. When transaction fees will rise again, spending these UTXOs can incur hundreds or even thousands of dollars in transaction fees! When you transact in Bitcoin, fees paid to miners are determined by the network demand, and how much data the transaction requires to be sent. The Bitcoin network is designed to handle only a limited amount of data every 10 minutes on average in order to keep the data on the blockchain small enough for average users to run nodes and audit the blockchain. The trade-off is high transaction fees during high network demand. You can always set a lower fee for your transaction, but then you will often have to wait longer for your transaction to be included on the blockchain. The total fee for a transaction is calculated by multiplying the transaction size with the fluctuating fee rate. The fee rate is measured in satoshis per virtual byte (sat/vByte). A good website to familiarize yourself with the current Bitcoin fees is [Mempool.space](https://mempool.space/). You can learn more about it in this post: https://stacker.news/items/657963 The transaction size increases the more UTXOs it has. The monetary value of BTC being spent doesn't have an effect on the transaction fee. You can send $50 or $1 billion worth of BTC with the same transaction fee. ## What Is an UTXO? Your bitcoin balance consists of UTXOs. When you receive BTC, you receive a single UTXO. The more often you receive, the more UTXOs you will accumulate. When you're sending BTC, your wallet software picks UTXOs from your wallet and sends them to the receiver. Your wallet might have to pick many different UTXOs. If the BTC amount of your UTXOs exceeds the amount you're sending, you will receive a new UTXO as "change". Conceptually, UTXOs are very similar to physical cash. You can think of UTXOs in your Bitcoin wallet as different denominations of a currency, e.g. $10 bill, $20 bill etc. Except that Bitcoin doesn't have specific denominations: a Bitcoin UTXO can be of any amount!  The balance of your Bitcoin wallet is the sum value of all your UTXOs in that wallet. UTXO is like a bill in your Bitcoin wallet that hasn't been spent yet. When your wallet has to pick many UTXOs to make a transaction, the network fees you pay will be higher. You can think of it as sending someone $1000 in coins vs. sending $1000 in hundred dollar bills. Coins will weigh more and their postage costs will be higher. Bitcoin wallets automatically select the lowest number of UTXOs to minimize transaction fees, and some have coin control features that let you select UTXOs manually. A recommended wallet for desktop is [Sparrow Wallet](https://sparrowwallet.com/). Sparrow also works with the most popular hardware wallets. You can learn more about Sparrow [in this Twitter thread](https://x.com/teemupleb/status/1708190356565872642) I wrote in September 2023. ## How to Consolidate UTXOs? You're just selecting UTXOs of small monetary value and sending them to yourself when fees are low, and you will receive one UTXO with a larger monetary value. Here it can be demonstrated with some testnet coins on Sparrow Wallet. The process is exactly same with real BTC. In the "UTXOs" tab, you select the UTXOs you want to consolidate, and proceed to "Send Selected".  On the "Pay to" field there's a dropdown that automatically chooses a new Bitcoin address in the same Sparrow Wallet that you own (it's labelled as a "consolidation" address). Alternatively, you can copy/paste any address there.  If you want to verify that you really own the address, you can go to the "Addresses" tab, find the address in question and sign a message with it. If you're e.g. using a hardware wallet like Coldcard or Trezor, the signing device's firmware will at this point verify that it manages the address.  It's important to label your UTXOs, so you will know in the future what UTXOs to spend and in what situations. Labels are only for your own reference. Do it.. your future self will thank you!  You can see the flow of UTXOs on Sparrow. Two small UTXOs turn into one (minus the miner fee). It's a bit like exchanging small coins to larger bills!  When you go back to the "UTXOs" tab, you can see that you now only have one larger UTXO, but the same amount of BTC (minus the miner fee).  [Mempool.space](https://mempool.space/) gives you nice visualizations for UTXO consolidation. In this transaction, 4 UTXOs were consolidated into one (minus the miner fee). Since Bitcoin is digital gold, UTXO consolidation is like melting small gold coins into one gold bar!  ## UTXO Consolidation Reduces Privacy A major trade-off with consolidating UTXOs relates to privacy. People who sent you the small UTXOs you want to consolidate can follow the movement of those UTXOs and link them to your now larger UTXO balance. It's not an absolute proof that you own those UTXOs (you could be sending them to someone else!), but it might be a strong indication. It's always the best practice to assume that whoever sent you those original UTXOs is watching and knows that you own all that bitcoin. Also, there are privacy concerns if you spend after consolidating. If you spend from a large UTXO (let's say 1 BTC), and buy something worth $50 (0.0008 BTC) with it, the receiver can see that you will get a change and are the owner of an UTXO of 0.9992 BTC. ## "Dust" UTXOs When you have smaller UTXOs, they might become economically infeasible to spend in a high fee environment (fee higher than the monetary value of the UTXO). It's hard to know exactly what the future fee market will look like, but it can be assumed that the Bitcoin blockspace will be in high demand and the fees will rise. Here's a good [article](https://unchained.com/blog/small-utxo-bitcoin-dust/) by Unchained about unspendable "dust" UTXOs. Jameson Lopp has created a useful tool called ["Economically Unspendable Bitcoin UTXO Calculator"](https://jlopp.github.io/unspendable-utxo-calculator/?ref=blog.lopp.net) that can be used to project transaction fees in different fee environments with different address types. ## To Consolidate or Not? It depends on your personal preferences and how you're intending to spend your bitcoin in the future. It's good to strive for a balance, taking into consideration the future fee market and the privacy concerns, and still remember that it's better to have spendable UTXOs that have lost some privacy than unspendable private UTXOs. Never consolidate KYC coins with non-KYC coins! The consensus among Bitcoiners is to avoid dust UTXOs as much as possible, and try to keep your UTXOs at 1 million sats minimum (0.01 BTC and around $600 in August 2024's prices). It's been estimated that this threshold would secure your UTXOs being spendable even in a prolonged high-fee environment. If you're ever in an emergency and need to spend your bitcoin, it's good to know that you will not spend most of your coins on fees! Some recommend striving for even larger UTXOs, like 10 million sats (0.1 BTC) in case Bitcoin becomes a world reserve currency or hits mass adoption. UTXO consolidation is extremely important for Bitcoiners with many small value UTXOs (e.g. Bitcoiners in Global South that have been saving $10 per week in BTC on-chain to self-custody wallets). If fees go high, a Bitcoin UTXO worth $10 might become unspendable. If you're mostly a hodler and you've been buying BTC in large purchases at a time, you generally don't have to worry too much about UTXO consolidation. ## Send Small UTXOs to the Lighting Network for Spending! Instead of consolidating UTXOs to an on-chain address, you can also open Lightning Network channels with them or send them to a Lightning wallet for easier spending. Lightning Network also adds a layer of privacy to the UTXOs. If you're buying bitcoin through an exchange, it might make sense to accumulate a large enough UTXO before you move the funds to self-custody. Or you can use e.g. [Liquid Network](https://liquid.net/) @liquid as an intermediary layer for storing coins in self-custody. As a federated sidechain, Liquid has its own trade-offs. You can learn more about Liquid in this [Twitter thread](https://x.com/teemupleb/status/1761068870083981436) I wrote in February 2024. UTXO consolidation reduces the number of UTXOs in the network, which makes it easier to run a full Bitcoin node. So consolidation has benefits to the network as well! It can also streamline your own wallet experience. Signing data-heavy transactions can be a burden to older hardware wallets that might even crash in the process! What's your strategy for UTXO consolidation? What's the ideal size of an UTXO in your opinion? ## Additional Resources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mqe0QCxjKpI @BTCsessions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krrUQGMKhPo [What is ‘UTXO consolidation’ and how can it help me reduce transaction fees?](https://bitbox.swiss/blog/what-is-utxo-consolidation/) [How to Manage Bitcoin UTXOs and Save on Transaction Fees](https://www.tftc.io/bitcoin-utxo-management/) originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/664880

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The italian press ilPost stated that Pavel Durov is out, a bale of 5 million Euros, can't leave the country and has to go to a police station twice a week... The known 12 charges leaked apparently are correct. Link in Italian: https://www.ilpost.it/2024/08/28/pavel-durov-liberta-vigilata-francia/ #telegram #pavel originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/664822

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Join nostr:npub1tvqc82mv8cezhax5r34n4muc2c4pgjz8kaye2smj032nngg52clq0rkrq4 and me for episode 76 of nostr:npub14kw5ygpl6fyqagh9cnrytyaqyacg46lzkq42vz7hk8txdk49kzxs04j7y0 this Friday, August 30th at 3pm ET (UTC -4) Our guest this week is nostr:npub1xv8mzscll8vvy5rsdw7dcqtd2j268a6yupr6gzqh86f2ulhy9kkqmclk3x from nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm who joins us to provide the lowdown on the recently launched Alby Hub You don't want to miss this one! Set your blockclocks! https://nostrnests.com/ [This is our first show announcement made from a long-form client, in keeping with QW and my #otherstuffchallenge]

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I don't think clients should assume everyone or most people are joining from bitcointwitter, although that does seem to be the case, it further cements the silo. I think they do this perhaps unintentionally, perhaps slightly intentionally to retain those users. You see this assumption in user recommendations at onboarding and sidebars of highlighted notes. It screams "hello, bitcointwitter expat, look we have that Natalie Brunel here, and Carla, look Jimmy Song is here... everyone you love is here!" Which imo is totally alienating to anyone outside of this very specific bubble (and even some inside that bubble who are on bitcointwitter but have follows outside of that bubble too). https://image.nostr.build/5d3af6ea8dc9473a1180c597f69aa90ae5409ca495c69d7e8bad13e6bc100213.jpg You also see this in responses to the problem people raise of not finding content. The tired response of 'just follow more people' you see in #introductions too. This might be fine if you're coming from bitcointwitter (maybe you want to see a dozen more posts per second of people saying 'stack sats and stay humble' and an ai image of a robot holding a bitcoin, I don't know). But this doesn't help someone looking for other topics. Twitter is bigger than bitcointwitter. People interested in topiary can find that content on twitter, or Herefordshire folklore, an expert in eel migration, or a cultural commentator, or their favourite ayahuasca enema philosopher etc etc. They can find that on wider twitter. No amount of following numbers will help that on nostr. It's not here.... yet. Perhaps recommendations of topic hashtags to follow at the onboarding stage, or RSS feed accounts... or just acknowledging it's not here. I think it's fine to acknowledge this to somehow retain at least a semblance of this not just being a bitcoin telegram group for bitcointourettes. https://image.nostr.build/53edfb0524086d3a8f5bf8dffe60de177f7436b6eb18c0fed97cffd7e025d228.jpg

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สำหรับชาว Bitcoin ที่ติดตาม RS มาตลอด คงเข้าใจดีว่า Bitcoin คือที่สุดของสกุลเงินดิจิทัล ใช่แล้วครับ.. Bitcoin ได้รับสมยานามว่าเป็นทองคำดิจิทัล มีค่ามาก ปลอดภัยสูงสุด แต่การทำธุรกรรมบนเลเยอร์ 1 นั้นก็ยังคงยากเย็นแสนเข็ญ แล้ว Lightning Network ล่ะ? มันก็เหมือน "ระบบการโอนเงินอย่างรวดเร็ว" (บนเลเยอร์ 2) ที่ทำให้การแลกเปลี่ยน Bitcoin รวดเร็ว ปลอดภัย และค่าธรรมเนียมถูกลง แต่มันก็ยังจำกัดอยู่แค่การแลกเปลี่ยน Bitcoin เท่านั้น Lnfi (เดิมชื่อ NostrAssets) เคลมว่าแพลตฟอร์มของพวกเขาเปรียบเสมือน "ศูนย์การค้า" ที่อาจจะเปลี่ยนโฉมหน้าของ Bitcoin และ Lightning Network ไปตลอดกาล โดยมีเป้าหมายที่จะช่วยให้ Bitcoin ไม่ใช่แค่สกุลเงินดิจิทัล แต่ยังเป็นแพลตฟอร์มสำหรับการสร้างแอปพลิเคชันและบริการทางการเงินแบบกระจายอำนาจอีกด้วย // ข้อมูลนี้เป็นการสรุปจากเอกสารของ Lnfi ผู้ที่สนใจสามารถศึกษาเพิ่มเติมได้ที่เว็บไซต์ของ https://image.nostr.build/9b746f8cc8db44a0b5380c595e32a2dcfcffbecf97c0718dbed3b02ca01a3dbc.jpg ## **🤔 Lnfi คืออะไร?** Lnfi นิยามตัวเองว่าเป็น Layer 2.5 ซึ่งเป็นเลเยอร์ที่อยู่ระหว่าง Layer 2 และ Layer 3 โดยทำหน้าที่เชื่อมต่อทั้งสองเลเยอร์เข้าด้วยกัน พวกเขาระบุว่าเป้าหมายคือการนำ Web3 และโทเค็นมาสู่ Lightning Network และสร้างระบบนิเวศแบบกระจายอำนาจสำหรับแอปพลิเคชัน ## **🤔 แล้ว Lnfi ทำงานอย่างไร?** Lnfi ใช้ Taproot Assets (เดิมชื่อ Taro) ซึ่งเป็นโปรโตคอลใหม่ ที่ช่วยให้สามารถออกสินทรัพย์ดิจิทัลบนบล็อกเชนของ Bitcoin ได้ สินทรัพย์เหล่านี้จะสามารถโอนผ่าน Lightning Network ได้อย่างราบรื่น Lnfi อ้างว่าสิ่งนี้จะทำให้การทำธุรกรรมรวดเร็ว ปริมาณมาก และมีค่าธรรมเนียมต่ำ ## **🤔 เจ้า Lnfi มันมีอะไรน่าสนใจบ้าง?** Lnfi ระบุว่าแพลตฟอร์มของพวกเขาทำได้มากกว่าการแลกเปลี่ยน Bitcoin ไม่ได้จำกัดอยู่แค่การแลกเปลี่ยน Bitcoin กันเท่านั้น แต่ยังขยายไปสู่การออกโทเค็น, ระดมทุน, stake, lock, ให้ของขวัญ และซื้อขายสินทรัพย์ดิจิทัลบน Lightning Network ได้ ลองนึกถึงการมี Stablecoin วิ่งอยู่บน Lightning ดูครับ.. Lnfi เชื่อว่ามันจะช่วยลดภาระบล็อกเชนของ Bitcoin ช่วยให้การทำธุรกรรม Bitcoin บนเลเยอร์ 1 ราบรื่นขึ้น (เพราะไม่ได้วิ่งบนเลเยอร์ 1) ช่วยเพิ่มทราฟฟิกและการใช้งานบนเลเยอร์ชั้นถัดไป.. ทำให้เกิด Adoption ได้ง่ายขึ้น นอกจากนี้ Lnfi ยังเคลมว่าแพลตฟอร์มของพวกเขาใช้งานง่ายด้วยภาษาธรรมชาติ โดยผู้ใช้สามารถใช้คำสั่งภาษาธรรมชาติ (ภาษาพูดธรรมดา) ผ่าน Nostr Protocol เพื่อโต้ตอบกับ Lnfi ได้อย่างง่ายดาย ผู้ใช้สามารถส่งคำสั่งผ่านแอปพลิเคชัน Nostr เช่น Damus เพื่อสั่งให้ Lnfi ดำเนินการต่างๆ เช่น การโอนสินทรัพย์ เป็นต้น (สามารถศึกษาเพิ่มเติมได้ในเอกสารของ Lnfi) Lnfi อ้างว่าธุรกรรมทั้งหมดบนแพลตฟอร์มไม่มีค่าธรรมเนียม อย่างไรก็ตามควรตรวจสอบข้อมูลนี้อีกครั้งจากเอกสารของ Lnfi ในด้านความปลอดภัยและความโปร่งใส Lnfi ระบุว่าการดำเนินการทั้งหมดของผู้ใช้จะถูกเข้ารหัสและสามารถตรวจสอบได้บน NostrAssets Explorer และ Lnfi ยังอ้างว่าแพลตฟอร์มของพวกเขามีประสิทธิภาพสูง เพราะสามารถรองรับธุรกรรมจำนวนมากต่อวินาที (TPS) ได้ https://image.nostr.build/7eeaf1a10b1afb6e8d6d1e546793ea253de671176754fb350cca3f790ed153e7.jpg ## **บริการต่างๆ บนแพลตฟอร์ม Lnfi** **MicroNode** บริการที่ Lnfi เคลมว่าจะช่วยให้ผู้ใช้สามารถตั้งค่าและจัดการ Lightning Node บนคลาวด์ได้ โดยไม่ต้องมีความรู้ทางเทคนิค ผู้ใช้สามารถควบคุม Bitcoin ของตนเองได้อย่างเต็มที่ โดย MicroNode จะทำหน้าที่เป็น Lightning Node ให้กับผู้ใช้ โดย Lnfi จะดูแลเรื่องการติดตั้งและดูแลเซิร์ฟเวอร์ให้ **Lightning Starter** แพลตฟอร์มที่ Lnfi อ้างว่าจะช่วยให้โครงการต่างๆ สามารถระดมทุนและออกโทเค็นได้อย่างยุติธรรมและโปร่งใส **LN Exchange** แพลตฟอร์มการแลกเปลี่ยนแบบกระจายอำนาจสำหรับการซื้อขาย Bitcoin และ Taproot Assets ที่ Lnfi เคลมว่าจะรวดเร็ว ปลอดภัย และค่าธรรมเนียมต่ำ เวิร์คช็อป Lnfi ในเวที Advanced Stage ของงาน #TBC2024 (วันที่ 14 กันยายน 2567) เวิร์คช็อป Lnfi จะเป็นโอกาสดี ที่เราจะได้เรียนรู้เพิ่มเติมเกี่ยวกับแพลตฟอร์มนี้จากผู้เชี่ยวชาญโดยตรง เตรียมตัวให้พร้อมกับคำถามที่น่าสนใจ แล้วมาพบกันในงานครับ.. https://image.nostr.build/ca3da44972ebbe48f39fe842834e1679202c17f180cf017fb705420a09154457.jpg # **เนื้อหาเสริม..** **เจาะลึกคำว่า Layer 2.5 และหลักการทำงานของ Lnfi** ในโลกของบล็อกเชน คำว่า "เลเยอร์" (Layer) มักถูกใช้เพื่ออธิบายระดับต่างๆ ของโครงสร้างพื้นฐาน ซึ่ง Bitcoin เองก็มีเลเยอร์ต่างๆ อยู่เช่นกัน เพื่อเพิ่มประสิทธิภาพและความสามารถในการใช้งาน เลเยอร์ 1 (Layer 1): คือบล็อกเชนหลักของ Bitcoin ที่บันทึกธุรกรรมทั้งหมด เป็นเหมือนฐานรากของระบบ เรียกว่า Base Layer หรือเลเยอร์ชั้นฐาน (บ้างก็เรียก Bitcoin Chain, Main Chain คือเชนหลักที่ Settle ธุรกรรมในทุกๆ ประมาณ 10 นาทีนั่นเอง) เลเยอร์ 2 (Layer 2): ถูกสร้างขึ้นบนเลเยอร์ 1 เพื่อเพิ่มความเร็วและลดค่าธรรมเนียมในการทำธุรกรรม (Scaling) ตัวอย่างเช่น Lightning Network, โปรโตคอล ARK เป็นต้น เลเยอร์ 3 (Layer 3): มักจะเกี่ยวข้องกับแอปพลิเคชันและบริการที่สร้างขึ้นบนเลเยอร์ 2 อีกที เช่น แอปพลิเคชันกระเป๋าเงินต่างๆ แล้ว Layer 2.5 ล่ะ? มันอยู่ตรงไหน? ## **🤔 Layer 2.5 คืออะไร?** Layer 2.5 เป็นเลเยอร์ที่อยู่ระหว่าง Layer 2 และ Layer 3 ทำหน้าที่เชื่อมต่อทั้งสองเลเยอร์เข้าด้วยกัน และเพิ่มขีดความสามารถให้กับทั้งสองเลเยอร์ Lnfi ก็คือ Layer 2.5 นั่นเองครับ (Lnfi นิยามตัวเองว่าเป็น Layer 2.5) โดย Lnfi ทำหน้าที่เชื่อมต่อ Lightning Network (Layer 2) และ Nostr Protocol (ซึ่งอาจจัดได้ว่าเป็น Layer 3) เข้าด้วยกัน เพื่อให้สามารถออกโทเค็นและสร้างแอปพลิเคชันแบบกระจายอำนาจได้ ## **📌 หลักการทำงานของ Lnfi** Lnfi ทำหน้าที่เป็นสะพานเชื่อมระหว่าง Bitcoin, Lightning Network และ Nostr Protocol โดยใช้ประโยชน์จากจุดแข็งของแต่ละเลเยอร์ เพื่อสร้างแพลตฟอร์มทางการเงินแบบกระจายอำนาจที่มีประสิทธิภาพสูง - **"Bitcoin"** เป็นรากฐานของระบบนิเวศ Lnfi โดย Lnfi จะใช้ Bitcoin เป็นสินทรัพย์หลักและเป็นเลเยอร์สำหรับการบันทึกข้อมูลขั้นสุดท้าย (final settlement) - **"Lightning Network"** Lnfi จะใช้ Lightning Network เพื่อเพิ่มความเร็วและลดค่าธรรมเนียมในการทำธุรกรรม ทำให้การโอน Bitcoin และ Taproot Assets รวดเร็วและมีประสิทธิภาพมากยิ่งขึ้น - **"Taproot Assets"** (TARO เดิม) เป็นโปรโตคอลที่ช่วยให้สามารถออกสินทรัพย์ดิจิทัลบนบล็อกเชนของ Bitcoin ได้ (Tokenization) โดย Lnfi ใช้ Taproot Assets เพื่อสร้างโทเค็นและสินทรัพย์ดิจิทัลอื่นๆ ขึ้นมา (Mint) - **"Nostr Protocol"** เป็นโปรโตคอลแบบกระจายอำนาจสำหรับการส่งข้อความและข้อมูล Lnfi อ้างว่าผู้ใช้สามารถใช้คำสั่งภาษาธรรมชาติผ่าน Nostr Protocol เพื่อโต้ตอบกับแพลตฟอร์มได้ และสร้างแอปพลิเคชันแบบกระจายอำนาจขึ้นมา ## **📌 Lnfi ทำงานผ่าน LN Assets Daemon (LAD)** LAD เป็นกระบวนการเบื้องหลังที่ทำหน้าที่เป็นตัวกลางระหว่าง Taproot Assets, Lightning Network และ Nostr Protocol LAD จะช่วยให้ผู้ใช้สามารถ.. - ฝากและถอน Bitcoin และ Taproot Assets - โอนสินทรัพย์ระหว่างบัญชี Nostr - ซื้อขาย Bitcoin และ Taproot Assets บน LN Exchange - จัดการ Lightning Node ผ่าน MicroNode ## **หมายเหตุ** บทความนี้จัดทำขึ้นเพื่อเป็นการสรุปข้อมูลที่เผยแพร่โดย Lnfi เท่านั้น โดยมีเจตนาเพื่อนำเสนอข้อมูลเบื้องต้น และเปิดโอกาสให้ผู้อ่านได้ศึกษาเพิ่มเติมเกี่ยวกับโปรเจคนี้ ผู้เขียนไม่ได้มีส่วนเกี่ยวข้องกับ Lnfi และไม่ได้มีเจตนาชี้ชวนให้เชื่อหรือสนับสนุนโปรเจคนี้แต่อย่างใด ข้อมูลและข้อความในบทความนี้อาจไม่สมบูรณ์หรือล้าสมัยในอนาคตหลังจากนี้ ผู้อ่านควรศึกษาข้อมูลเพิ่มเติมจากแหล่งข้อมูลอื่นๆ และทำการตรวจสอบข้อเท็จจริงด้วยตนเองก่อนตัดสินใจลงทุนหรือดำเนินการใดๆ ที่เกี่ยวข้องกับ Lnfi การลงทุนในสินทรัพย์ดิจิทัลมีความเสี่ยงสูง ผู้อ่านควรศึกษาและทำความเข้าใจความเสี่ยงต่างๆ ก่อนตัดสินใจลงทุน - - - Your truly, Jakk Goodday 🥳

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While we watch the world slip further and further into geo political turmoil it's adundently clear that information will be a choke point and platforms will bend the knee, or suffer consequences. We recently witnessed the threat of TikTok take down, X being targeted by the EU for misinformation, and now the CEO of Telegram being arrested in France. But I am not hear to talk about CEO's, massive corporate conglomerates, or government overreach.... I am here to talk about the everyday internet citizen making a livelihood on the internet. The bakery owner, the tech company, the real estate agent, the YouTube content creator, the podcast extraordinaire and on and on. Anyone making a living within the walled garden of a platform are reliant upon the choices that one company makes. You see unlike platforms, Nostr is a censorship resistant, permissionless protocol in which you create your identity on. It's decentralized cohesion with no single point of failure. It sets your profile free of any barrier of departure. When you build your brand on one client (app) it works in the next. Your followers, your follows, your communication, your entire social graph is present and interoperable. For the first time, all the time you spent cultivating your livelihood is truly owned by you. So let's zoom out and talk about what this revolutionary approach achieves. This shifts the power back to the individual. Clients are beholden to your needs, your desires. The free market of choice is achieved by demand for certain features, certain algorithms, certain actions. We are no longer beholden to the choices of few that can decimate our livelihoods. Clients become powerless to free market will. We are never sold out in the form of a privacy policy update, added fees or any other sly roundabout way of profiteering without consequences. When users wield the power, they dictate demand which in turn drives client innovation. When we look back at the past few decades we see the variation of fads, the build ups of platforms and the ultimate demise of technological cycles. AOL, Myspace, Facebook, Snapchat, etc.... Would if your work you put into those platforms building your brand, your time.... was transferrable? As in, your brand lives on and you do not need to "start over?" You see, this is exactly what Nostr provides. Nostr captures your time and builds value through time. This is revolutionary in a day and age where you are the product within the silos. Over the past couple years we have seen an explosion of Nostr clients hit the ecosystem. Everything you can possibly want and desire as a creator or consumer is being built on Nostr, or can be. While it is very much early, it is growing at a steady pace and the time is now to own your piece of internet sovereignty. In closing, I will leave you with this.... Based off history we can easily predict what platforms will do over time. What we cannot predict is what Nostr will do in time, and that's the most exciting part.

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I'm sure you are all well aware of the news out of France. The French government has made the bold move of arresting the founder of Telegram, Pavel Durov, after charging him with 12 criminal counts ranging from "complicity in web-mastering an online platform in order to enable an illegal transaction in organized group" to "importing a cryptology tool ensuring authentication or integrity monitoring without prior declaration". Telegram is an extremely popular messaging app that is used by almost 1 billion people from around the world. I have personally been a user for seven years and it is very dismaying to see the French government attack an entrepreneur who has built a widely used and loved app. We've said it many times over the years in this rag, governments need to stop throwing the baby out with the bath water by attacking successful businesses for the crimes their users commit and begin doing better law enforcement. It makes no sense to demonize a technology for the crimes that are committed by a small minority of users of that tool. Is the French government going to go after the CEO of Bic, the largest producer of pens in the world, because there are pen pals out there who use their pens to write letters in which they coordinate criminal activity? If we apply the same logic behind the decision to arrest Pavel it would seem that the Bic CEO should be a bit worried. Who knows what evidence the French government has against Pavel. Maybe he is directly involved in the coordination of crimes that were committed on his app. I highly doubt it, but who knows. We'll have to wait and see what evidence the French courts put forth once a trial gets under way. As of yesterday, we know that this seems like a classic case of "You refuse to cooperate with deep state actors who want access to your users' data, so we're going to accuse you of all of the crimes." The fact of the matter is, we shouldn't have to worry about the actions of a founder dictating the accessibility of a novel technology that they bring to market. Especially technologies that enable people to connect in the digital world to exercise their God given right to free speech. It's a bit poetic that this happened on Saturday night in Europe. Just one day after the Nostriga conference in Riga, Latvia wrapped up. Nostriga was a two-day event which attracted people from all over the world so that they could meet to discuss how to push the Nostr protocol forward. For those who are unaware of what Nostr is, it is an open source communications protocol with no leaders that enables individuals to publish their thoughts to the world is a distributed, censorship resistant fashion. User profiles are created via a private-public key pair. The public key makes it easy for others to follow and the private key enables a user to sign notes with certain data that get broadcasted to relays. App developers can then pull the user generated data from those relays and present the data in unique ways using front-end interfaces known as clients. Users can port their private keys (commonly known as nsecs) into any client they like and have all of the data they've published to the protocol automatically show up. Said another way, since Nostr is a protocol and not a platform, users have way more optionality when it comes to the applications that present the data they publish. If one client decides to censor or simply has a bad UX, they can plop their magic string (private key) into another client and see everything they've ever posted while still being connected to everyone they added to their social graph historically. This is extremely powerful on many fronts. Gone are the days of having to worry about building an audience on a platform, making that a critical part of your brand and livelihood, and having to self-censor because of the fear of being deplatformed. You own your private key and that gives you access to your data. Not the platform. For app developers, the network effect of Nostr produces an incredible and truly unique bootstrapping mechanism. Instead of having to start from scratch and hope that users find your app, fill it with data, and begin spreading the word to more users you adopt the social graph of Nostr from day one. Every user of the protocol is already feeding your application data. If you can build an appealing product that provides users of the protocol with value, they will find it and immediately be able to leverage it. There will be no need for them to build up a reputation or find their social connections on the app. They will be ported into the client. Nostr can be additive to seemingly unrelated applications that aren't built directly on Nostr. We've already seen this with bitcoin wallets that have enabled users to port their Nostr social graphs directly into their wallet. Making it easy for individuals to find their friend's Nostr account and send bitcoin directly to the lightning address they've associated with it. No need for an invoice. Just find your friend and send them money like you would on an app like Venmo. The number of added benefits users and app developers get from Nostr beyond those I just explained are too long to list. Long story short, this protocol is a massive deal. It is still very early for Nostr, but the progress that has been made in the last couple of years has been nothing short of awe inspiring. If you squint into the future, it isn't hard to see how Nostr becomes mainstream by the end of the decade. The compounding network effects are stronger than anything I've seen since bitcoin. All of this is to say that this will be one of the only ways to build truly robust communications-based applications moving forward. As we've seen with TikTok and now Telegram, if the state doesn't like the owner of a particular platform they will either kick the platform out of their country or arrest the founder and do their best to corrupt the platform itself once he is in custody. This hasn't happened yet with Telegram, but you can bet your ass that the deep state will try to corrupt Telegram if they successfully remove him from the picture. To be clear, this doesn't make the founders of particular Nostr clients immune to this type of overt overreach by governments. However, the design of Nostr is such that governments would have an exponentially harder time achieving their end goal, suppressing and controlling speech that's expressed on these platforms, because the protocol has hundreds of competing clients serving customers the data stored in relays. They could even attempt to go after the relays, but that task may prove to be impossible as well. Make no mistake, we live in very trying times. The world's governments are losing control and they are doing the best they can to suppress freedom of speech in anyway they can to prevent people from spreading information that makes the Regime to look like the evil fools that they are. The best we can do is to build robust systems that make their attempts at suppressing speech as close to impossible as is possible. The efforts to build out robust systems like bitcoin and Nostr should be complemented with pushing back against the Regime via the courts. But as we all know, we can't always depend on the courts to actually deliver justice. There are times where freedom must be taken and defended. We are certainly living through one of those times right now. Despite the insanity of the world and the governments who would like to rule it, the momentum of the light is building. People are taking action and solutions are being built slowly but surely. It is our job to keep the momentum up and make sure the lifeboats of bitcoin, Nostr and similar protocols are ready to go once the Deep State begins attacking others. They came for TikTok and Telegram. Don't think that platforms like X, Rumble and Gab aren't in their crosshairs as well. Here are four videos from Nostriga that I think you all should watch. https://youtu.be/XUsk7cqZyKU?si=2vUl01azeFJQjczZ https://youtu.be/qUwXRDrfJU0?si=np3vyTDddoQKuPJK https://youtu.be/OHqxp-Hrx9k?si=K7vhVBWtFQwB68Tr https://youtu.be/iZyqVGHjDGo?si=CjJCbAlNBa06qcwV And a panel I hosted about funding Nostr if you're interested in that. https://youtu.be/qD-Y0fq5KiA?si=L81sFCPGw2ayXXzw We're going to win. --- Final thought... Jet lag sucks.

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**DAY 24 OF FLASH AUGUST FICTION**. Wow, it’s pretty much the home stretch, now. Just 6 more days, including today. Today I was thinking about how nice it is to hear the frogs and crickets outside at night. I remember that as a kid, and then I remembered that once people started using newer chemicals on their lawns, the crickets disappeared. Then the frogs disappeared. It’s not supposed to be like that. Frogs and crickets at night are a part of life. The main characters of this story, however, are a frog and a lizard. Crickets play the bit parts… get it? I’m Commercial Herschel, and I’m here to help. Let me thank my newest follower, another pal from [Troubled Minds Newsletter](https://open.substack.com/pub/troubledminds), Troubled Minds Radio is on Rumble and Twitch, Twitter and perhaps Kick.com. It’s Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday Nights. I do suggest you give it a listen. Really very much fun. Thanks for the follow, Sweets! Podcast Audio: [Website](https://shows.acast.com/herschel-sterling/episodes/the-lizard-the-frog-the-splashing-and-the-succulent-nights) [Download](https://open.acast.com/public/streams/657b585ce56a640017584a9e/episodes/66cab1fd08e8ded3cb6dca87.mp3) [RSS](https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/657b585ce56a640017584a9e) The Lizard and The Frog - **The Splashing and the Succulent Nights** *479 WORDS WRITTEN IN LESS THAN A HALF HOUR* The caretaker has built a birdbath into the ground. It’s like a little in-ground swimming pool for the birds during the day and for the frogs at night. He was tired of fishing dead frogs out of the actual in-ground swimming pool. The frogs can get in there, but they can’t get out. They get tired, and then they drown. The frogs mostly stay the heck out of there during the day because, well… the birds. At night, however, they certainly take advantage. Since installing the tiny pond, he has not once had to retrieve a lost frog. Apparently, the lizards like it too. There were less often lizards in the pool, but it happened once in a while. They need a place to cool off and refresh their skin, too. It is quite a nice little feature. It’s surrounded by lawn, and he can easily push the lawnmower over it without incident. It’s a regular thing, though, to rinse it out with the hose and refill it. It gets pretty gunky in there after a couple of days.  “How’s about you let me have a turn in the pond?” Lizard asks Frog. “It’s not like I can stop you from coming in.” Responds Frog. “C’mon, I’ll give you three crickets if you just let me have it for a while.” Lizard said. Frog replies, “There’s plenty of room for both of us. What’s the problem? Come on in, the water’s fine!” “It’s not a good look.” Lizard explains. “The other lizards, you know…” “Are you kidding me?” Frog says. “Are you all so fragile that you can’t get in a pool with a frog?” “OK, four crickets,” Lizard says. “I’ll give you four crickets.” “F-sake!” says Frog. “Fine, we can take turns getting in and out of the pool.” And they do. The two of them take turns swimming and splashing in the tiny pool or birdbath pond. It’s a lot of fun. They laugh and compete for the hearty, crunchy mosquitoes that inhabit the area, and they remark about how cool the caretaker is for putting in their lifesaving refreshment spot. “The birds don’t like him.” Frog tells Lizard. “I know,” Lizard says. “Since he bird-proofed everything, there are fewer of them. They fly around here all mad and dejected.” “That’s OK with me.” Frog says. “Me as well.” Lizard agrees. “So.” Says Frog. “How about those crickets?” “Oh yeah,” says Lizard. “You want them now?” “I’m not getting any less tasty-looking to the birds.” Frog explains. "Time is of the essence." Lizard jumps off the lip of the tiny pond and runs off to catch crickets. He brings them over to Frog, one at a time, but it doesn’t take long. They are all over the place. “You should let me in on that.” Lizard says. Frog replies, “What’s a succulent meal without a friend?” The End. Thank you to all the independent, non-corporate media people out there. I hope I can give you some light entertainment once in a while. Thank you so much for listening, or reading. This is the ***Smell the Inside of Your Nose. Do it Right Now*** podcast. I hope you might get a free or paid subscription, or [buy me a coffee](https://buymeacoffee.com/smellcast), or [donate some bitcoin](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/donate-with-blockchain-currency). I wish you the best. I’m Herschel Sterling, and I’m here to help. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/663933

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**DAY 25 OF FLASH AUGUST FICTION**. Want to get a better handle on what I am doing this month? Here is a [description and some ideas about Flash Fiction](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/a-flash-fiction-formula). Here is [Flash Fiction February](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/flash-fiction-february). Today I contemplated about baseball, and jogged my memory quite a bit about hitting. I could get my bat on some real cheese. I got looks and everything in the system. There are some things relating to those reflexes and the subconscious mind. Sometimes our conscious minds have to catch up to our physical reflexes. I feel like reflexes and our subconscious minds have some interesting commonalities. What I think I’m going to do is have good ‘ol [Antler Pestle](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/chronicle-of-the-last-gas-station-food-politics) have a conversation with an old baseball buddy. Podcast Audio: [Website](https://shows.acast.com/herschel-sterling/episodes/reflex-writing-some-hits-are-different-than-others) [Download](https://open.acast.com/public/streams/657b585ce56a640017584a9e/episodes/66cbdea288a7c2012038e63d.mp3) [RSS](https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/657b585ce56a640017584a9e) Reflex Writing - **Some Hits Are Different Than Others** *826 WORDS WRITTEN IN ABOUT 45 MINUTES.* Antler was re-organizing the truck box. All the tools were out of place after a run to the old end of town, where the A-Frame, wooden houses are. He hears the phone bell coming from the firehouse office. Landlines are still important in firehouses. “Hey Antler, what’re ya doin’?” Says a vaguely familiar voice on the other end of the line. “Who is this?” Antler says. “Sorry, I don’t recognize the voice.” Antler always screens these call because he gets a lot of junk calls to this line from cold-callers feigning that they know him. “It’s Jesse, buddy, I’m about 5 minutes away.” I’m at the overpass down the road. I figured I’d call to see if you’re around.” “Jesse Will?” Antler inquires enthusiastically. “Yeah, dude, what’s going on?” You busy?” “Get yer butt here!” Antler exclaims. “I hope you have time because I got a brisket smokin’.”  “Shoot, I’ll make time brother, see you in a few.” Antler rushes to the kitchen and puts on a pot of coffee. He wipes the table down, and gets out the good mugs. He heads back to the truck to close up the big door and postpones the rest of his chores. Then he waits out front for his old baseball buddy, Jesse Will. Jesse pulls in with his rental car, and the two embrace, exchanging greetings. “Man, I don’t know how you do it, Antler. You look 20 years younger than me, and you’re five years older.” Jesse tells him. “Estrogen suppression.” Antler says. “It’s all over the place, in everything, you gotta keep it clear, or it’ll take over, and you’ll get tits. Let’s get to the kitchen.” In the kitchen, Antler pour him a coffee and they sit. “I’m just taking a drive, man, that’s all I’m doing. I just want to get out and drive around. Sometimes I just like the road these days.” Jesse explains. “I’ve been all over. I Saw Randy, and Buckster, and I visited the Skips widow.” “What’re they doing?” Antler asks. “Pretty much the same as us. Trying not to get fat, staying busy. Buck’s doing some play-by-play for that local International League team by him. He’s having a riot. Randy and Martha opened up that antique store. It’s already driving him nuts. Skips wife has her sister living with her. That’s really good. I’m glad she’s not alone.” “Life goes on.” Antler says. “It really does.” Jesse replies. “This place looks great, you’re keeping it up well.” “Not much else to do.” Antler says. I putz around here till there’s an emergency, otherwise I just hang out with Diane, and do my writing.” “How’s that girl doing?” Jesse asks. “She’s good, she’s down at the store working as usual. Busiest person in town, easily.” Antler answers. “She hides out here. People no better than to bother her here. She’s fixin’ to move it pretty soon.” “That is good, brother, I’m glad.” Jesse says. “What’re you writing these days?” Antler responds. “I’m just trying to figure out what I’m trying to tell myself.” Jesse laughs. “You lefties are a hoot. What does that even mean, AP?” “It’s kinda similar to hitting, really.” Antler says. “How is writing like hitting? What?” Jesse inquires. “You know, when you react to the cheese? You know that your body must see it, because you hit it, right?” There’s no way to hit it without seeing it. It’s the reflexes in gear. Just like we learn early. ‘It takes ten years to learn how to swing, and ten pitches to find out if you’re a hitter’?” “That’s the truth we know, we are freaks like that. We knew guys with perfect swings, and they could rock the off-speed stuff, then when some heat came by they were two seconds behind the pitch. We said so long to a lot of dudes. That’s the thing, those reflexes.” Jesse said. Antler continues. “Then when you get one of those in play, you get to the base, and your brain shows you what you just did at the plate… the delay?” “Yeah” Jesse says. “Of course, our brains can’t process the reaction as fast as our bodies can react. It’s kind of like we see it as a memory, but for the first time.” “Writing can be like that.” Antler says. “Sometimes I’ll write some quick little story, and I won’t have any idea what the heck it means when I write it.” I’ll put it in my folder, then go back and look at it a month later, and it makes perfect sense. “It’s like my subconscious mind is trying to tell my conscious mind something it knows, but my conscious mind is not taking it up yet.” “You lefties are a hoot.” Jesse says. “Let’s go out back and get that brisket out of the smoker and let it rest.” Antler says. “And I got some scotch to go with that.” Jesse chirps. “Bring the hard stuff, let’s go!” The End. It’s one of those things where if you know, you know, and if you don’t, you don’t. 4% of the human population have the reflexes to be able to do that. That’s why “It takes ten years to learn how to swing, and ten pitches to find out if you’re a hitter.” It’s weird like that. Thank you to all the independent, non-corporate media people out there. I hope I can give you some light entertainment once in a while. Thank you so much for listening, or reading. This is the ***Smell the Inside of Your Nose. Do it Right Now*** podcast. I hope you might get a free or paid subscription, or [buy me a coffee](https://buymeacoffee.com/smellcast), or [donate some bitcoin](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/donate-with-blockchain-currency). I wish you the best. I’m Herschel Sterling, and I’m here to help. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/663922

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***DAY 26 OF FLASH AUGUST FICTION***. I was thinking of doing a thing where I finish today’s story very close to midnight and then doing tomorrow’s story directly after midnight. I may do that before this is over. After today, it’s only four left, so I’d better pull the trigger if it’s going to happen. **I’m going to write something about a swimming pool today. I think UAP/UFO’s and swimming pools.** I also want to thank everyone because the consumption of ***Smell the Inside of Your Nose. Do it Right Now*** has a little more than doubled since August First. Twice as much of anything nice is awesome, so THANK YOU. It’s delightful to have reader/ listeners. Remember that if you are an independent, non-corporate media truth teller journalist, just DM me, and I’ll give you a free “paid” subscription. You’re welcome. I’m Herschel Sterling, and I’m here to help. Podcast Audio: [Web page](https://shows.acast.com/herschel-sterling/episodes/refractions-weird-angles) [Download](https://open.acast.com/public/streams/657b585ce56a640017584a9e/episodes/66cd6b56a1a33c63662ddb16.mp3) [RSS](https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/657b585ce56a640017584a9e) Refractions - **Weird Angles** *775 WORDS WRITTEN IN ABOUT 45 MINUTES* Margie and Mike decided to spend part of the day by the pool. They filled the cooler with their favorites. Margie wanted a couple of mimosas. Mike made up a pitcher of Shandy, his favorite cheap pilsner mixed with lemonade with sliced lemons. They threw in some bottled water and some fresh fruit as well. They took turns diving, and then they floated around and did some laps. The usual swimming stuff. Then they laid out their beach towels to lay out and get some sun. “We deserve this.” Margie said. “I don’t know if we deserve it, but I’ll take it, it’s been a long week.” Mike replied. They applied their sunscreen and poured a couple of drinks, and finally got themselves comfortable under the warmth of the day. Margie lifted herself up to take a sip of her mimosa. She thought she saw something reflecting in the pool for a second. “Oh my goodness.” She said. “What?” Mike asked. “Nothing, I thought I saw something reflecting in the pool, but there is nothing to reflect.” She answered. She had some of her drink, and laid back down. As she went back to lay down, she thought for a moment that she saw it again. “That’s so weird.” She says. “We should set a watch timer in case we fall asleep, I know I could fall asleep today, for sure.” Mike said, and he raised himself up to grab his watch and set the timer for 20 minutes. “Wait a minute.” He said. “What now?” Margie asked. “It looked for a moment that there was something reflecting in the pool, like you said. It’s not there now.” Mike replied.  “There’s nothing in the sky but a few clouds, and there’s nothing above the pool to reflect.” Margie said, as she sat up. Now they are both sitting up and looking at the sky, in all directions, and they are puzzled. Mike changes his angle as he looks at the pool. He slowly raises and lowers his eye level. “At a certain angle I can see something, but it’s opaque, and it’s creeping me out.” Margie does the same thing, and she confirms Mike’s observation. “It’s only visible at a certain angle, the way the light refracts off the surface of the water.” Margie adds. They both bob their heads up and down around that angle, and they concur that this is an odd anomaly. “It looks like some kind of ship, like a UFO or a flying saucer thing.” Margie says. “I wonder if someone is playing with a drone.” Mike says. “There must be something in the sky somewhere, that we can’t see from here. Light is playing tricks on us.” Mike asserts. “It’s like a mirage type thing.” The two of them walk all around the pool, and they are changing their eye level at each area of the pool. “It only happens kind of over where the towels are, that’s the only place I can see this.” Margie says. “Yeah, me too.” Mike adds. “I’m going to get a ladder and go up on the roof and see what I can see from there.” Mike tells her. As Mike is retrieving the ladder, Margie continues examining the surface of the pool from various angles, and all around the perimeter of the pool. Once on the roof, Mike walks all over the top of the flat roof of the house. “I can’t see a darn thing in the sky, as far as I can see.” He yells down to Margie. She yells up to him. “Yep, nothing’s changed down here, it’s still there when look at it just right, at that same angle.” Mike comes down from the roof and rejoins Margie. They sit down on their towels. “Should we tell anyone about this?” Mike asks. “Who would we call about something like this?” “It’s pretty weird.” Margie says. “If you told me about it, and I didn’t see it myself, I’d think you were lying for attention.” Mike agrees. “Yeah, that’s probably what people will say if we tell anyone.” The two of them continue to angle their heads just right, several times, and see the strange reflection come and go as they do. Just then, the surface of the pool where they see the weird little craft’s reflection starts to ripple, it becomes disturbed and there is slight turbulence. “It’s gone.” Mike says. “I don’t see it anymore, it’s not there.” He says as he angles his head around. “Yep, me too. Not there.” Margie says. “I’m going to need more mimosa.” She adds. “I should have gotten stronger beer.” Mike replies. The End. Here are some other episodes where I have fun with interdimensional ideas, and ideas about frequencies of light and matter: [The Smith's are Missing Socks](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/smiths-missing-socks-faeries-chores-laundry) [What Does Your Light Eat?](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/what-does-your-light-eat-metabolism-emit) [The Frequency of the Little People](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/the-frequency-of-the-little-people-672) [Alien Avoidance On Our Coinciding Plane](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/alien-avoidance-on-our-coinciding) [Dr. Freebius Lipsmaciladapus: The Absence of Pathology in the 4th Dimension](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/the-absence-of-pathology-in-the-4th-dimension-precipice-lectures-archive) Thank you to all the independent, non-corporate media people out there. I hope I can give you some light entertainment once in a while. Thank you so much for listening, or reading. This is the ***Smell the Inside of Your Nose. Do it Right Now*** podcast. I hope you might get a free or paid subscription, or [buy me a coffee](https://buymeacoffee.com/smellcast), or [donate some bitcoin](https://commercialherschel.substack.com/p/donate-with-blockchain-currency). I wish you the best. I’m Herschel Sterling, and I’m here to help. originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/663916

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On last week's episode of Plebchain Radio, QW and I announced something unusual - we would be taking a week off posting kind 1 notes on the Twitter clone clients - Primal, Damus, Nostur, etc. The clock started right after our show was posted on Friday, August 23rd and ends with show this Friday, August 30th. https://video.nostr.build/741cd7a0dd33e1ce815490d14069af96579ce47c92ea04240592c7bbb2de3a65.mp4 The idea behind the challenge is to see how much we can participate in the network without resorting to it's most accessible form of communication - kind 1 notes (the equivalent of tweets/replies). Halfway into the challenge, we've boosted and commented on shows on Fountain, zapped songs on Wavlake, commented on recipes on zap.cooking, watched videos on zap.stream and tunestr, and written the odd long-form note (oh, alright, just this one so far). It's been fun, but has also created an odd sense of sensory deprivation. We will share more details on our experience on this week's Plebchain Radio episode. Right, I'm off to explore the rest of the other-stuff-verse. I'd urge everyone to give this challenge a try. It might change how you view nostr.

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## Chef's notes Easy recipe with simple ingredients. This recipe uses some store bought, precooked items as way to cut down on cook time. I recommend letting the vegetables thaw if you don't like them on the firm/crunchy side.Feel free to substitute fresh ingredients if you have the time and want to make the extra effort. ## Details - ⏲️ Prep time: 20 min - 🍳 Cook time: 50 min - 🍽️ Servings: 8-10 ## Ingredients - 2 (8 oz) packages refrigerated crescent rolls (dough sheets preferred) - 1 pound cooked rotisserie chicken (deboned and chopped) - 2 table spoons of butter - 2 (10 once) packages of frozen mixed vegetables - 1 (15 once can sliced potatoes (drained) - 1 (10.5 once) can condensed cream of chicken soup - 1 (10.5 once) can condensed cream of mushroom soup - 1/2 cup milk - salt and ground pepper to taste ## Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line the botton of 9x13-inch baking dish with one can of crescent roll dough. If you don't get the sheet dough, be sure to pinch the seams together. 2. Melt the butter in a sauce pan over medium heat. Then add the chicken, mixed vegetables, and sliced potatoes (recommend cutting into smaller pieces). Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are thawed and mixture is heated through, 5 to 7 minutes. 3. While the mixed vegetables are heating, warm both cans of condensed soup in a seperate pan over medium-low heat. Slowly add milk and cook, stirring frequently, until combined and heated through, about 3 minutes. 4. Add the soup mixture to the chicken mixture, then pour into the baking dish. Top with the second can of crescent roll dough. Feel free to cut some slits in dough if you are using the dough sheets. Cover lightly with foil to prevent the crescent roll dough from browning too quickly. 5. Bake in oven until heated through and dough is a golden brown. Cook time should be around 45-50 minutes I reommend removing the foil for the last 10 minutes to get a golden crust. Be sure to keep a close watch on the crust after removing the foil because it will brown quickly.

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On Sunday afternoon, while I was taking a nap, my phone started buzzing with notifications. In the various groups where I share my views and words, I saw that Pavel Durov had been arrested by the French police. There wasn’t much to analyze yet, but alarms were raised, and theories began to circulate, and those theories were not far from reality. Pavel is practically accused of every digital crime one can commit, from criminal association to pedophilia. My eyes kept scrolling down, unable to believe all the accusations. Could even 10% of what they’re questioning him about be true? And unfortunately, the worst blind person is the one who doesn’t want to see. Detractors claimed that Telegram served totalitarian regimes and handed over data, when in reality, the opposite is true, as this social network served as a reference point when people in Belarus were protesting for their civil rights. They also alleged that Telegram collaborated with the Russian government to evade sanctions or promote disinformation campaigns, but if anyone takes the trouble to [watch the 60-minute interview with Tucker Carlson](https://x.com/TuckerCarlson/status/1780355490964283565), they’ll see that one of the reasons Pavel left his homeland (Russia) is because the government pressure simply became unbearable; Putin took over VK because Pavel refused to be part of it.  So, we already know that Russia has no interest in Telegram, nor is it anti-democratic, as the movements have already demonstrated, which leads us to the question of whether the French really have interests with Telegram. And my first response after reading Macron’s statements was precisely that they were seeking his arrest until we read that Macron [is an avid user of this social network](https://www.politico.eu/article/telegram-pavel-durov-arrest-emmanuel-macron-france-social-media/), but also that it was [Macron himself who _encouraged_](https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2023/06/26/the-telegram-founder-s-mysterious-french-passport_6037748_7.html) Pavel to obtain his French passport. So, let’s ask a long question: > **What leads a European liberal democracy to arrest the CEO of a social network with charges that could easily apply to other social networks?** Try a simple experiment: take out the word Telegram and insert your social network of choice in the accusatory libel. It has the same effect, and the previous question arises again, and I’d like to offer an alternative perspective on this process. To this day, and I’ve mentioned this before in other posts in this same place, but I’ll emphasize it: we no longer have democracy as such. You can forget about the liberal style that was once promised to us or that we learned about in our educational institutions. This has been replaced with Dataism. ### Dataism and How Pavel Doesn’t Cooperate [Dataism](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dataism) is a new form of governance. The word data comes from the Latin *datum*, which means "to give," meaning we, the citizens, *give* our data to the companies that manage social networks. These companies, while using us as a product for other companies, also see governments trying to dip their spoon into the pot, so they start talking about *speech regulations*, *hate content*, among other accusations, to maintain a *clean social network*. I’m guilty first. In the old days, when the chief censors operated in the former Soviet Union (as Coetzee tells us), folders were created with the data of suspects, documenting their *revolutionary* activities, and when the time came, *measures* could be taken that affected the welfare state. Today, this type of persecution no longer exists, but by handing over my data, companies no longer talk about tracking me, since we’ve given them free access to our location and GPS, in addition to exposing our lives on every platform; today, profiles are made, and now there’s a marketing department that creates *behavior profiles* and bombards me with products and services that *might interest me*. The government’s intrusion into social networks has become so great that now they had to react, showing a sort of repentance. As I write this, I find it really hard to react to the letter sent by Meta (signed by Zuckerberg himself) in which [he regrets the censorship](https://x.com/JudiciaryGOP/status/1828201780544504064) carried out during the pandemic. And I vividly remember the hundreds of people whose accounts were censored, rightly or wrongly, for not aligning with the government’s *scientific* stance. ### And Telegram? Telegram [doesn’t hand over data](https://www.dw.com/en/brazil-court-lifts-telegram-suspension-despite-non-compliance-for-neo-nazi-group-data/a-65474168#:~:text=Brazil%20had%20temporarily%20banned%20Telegram,prioritizes%20the%20privacy%20of%20users.&text=A%20federal%20judge%20in%20Brazil,Telegram%2C%20an%20encrypted%20messaging%20app.) and paid the price. It refused to do so in the past and stood against the current regime, against dataism. The French justice system wants Pavel to spend time in prison for daring to use encrypted products that don’t allow them to listen to/see/read their *possible suspects*. The KGB would blush at such a move. And the most ironic thing is that a person who flees his own country for not wanting to cooperate with values contrary to freedom is now arrested by a country that was once the center of debates on liberty, fraternity, and equality, where they rose up against the oppressive regime. I don’t know how the process will continue on French soil, and I also don’t know if the Russians are really using USDT networks to move *sanctioned* money. I only know that this kind of arrest proves and gives reason to those who argue that freedom, as we knew it, no longer makes sense. ### And I don’t know what else to tell you, my friend. Unfortunately, I have no conclusion. I wish I could end this article and give you hope that justice will respond to see what they’re accusing him of, but it [would be a lie on my part](https://stacker.news/items/560694). I can tell you, however, that if you’re reading this and have a NOSTR account and use bitcoin as part of your economy, you’re on the right path. Sites like Stacker News and others, as well as protocols like NOSTR, will gain greater importance as we open our eyes to fight the regime that seeks to abolish privacy as a human right. Today we can fight, and it doesn’t require much of us, other than to promote what we are doing now. And I’ll end by asking the same question that @FmpPerspective did: [*are we still allowed to ask questions?*](https://stacker.news/items/662413) originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/663527

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ในโลกของเหรียญดิจิทัล ที่แสงสีเสียงดังแข่งกันโครมๆ ระยิบระยับราวกับงานวัด มีหนึ่งตำนานที่ถูกจารึกไว้ในหน้าประวัติศาสตร์อย่างไม่อาจลบเลือนได้ ตำนานที่สร้างบาดแผลให้กับนักลงทุนหลายหมื่นคนทั่วโลก และเป็นเสมือนตราบาปที่คอยฉุดรั้งการเติบโตของวงการบิตคอยน์เอาไว้อย่างยาวนาน... ..ตำนานนั้นมีชื่อว่า **“Mt. Gox”** ศูนย์กลางการซื้อขายบิตคอยน์ที่ครั้งหนึ่งเคยยิ่งใหญ่ที่สุดในโลก แต่วันนี้เหลือเพียงซากปรักหักพังและตำนานแห่งความเจ็บปวด https://image.nostr.build/f45d069f4113ea9a28bbacb8da44d19899b42685825e8e8c0e8c42286fa22995.jpg หายนะที่ทำให้บิตคอยน์ประมาณ 850,000 BTC มูลค่ากว่า 460 ล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐในขณะนั้น (หรือราวๆ 4 หมื่นล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐ (ราว 1.36 ล้านล้านบาท) ในปัจจุบัน) หายวับไปกับตา! เรื่องนี้มันเกิดขึ้นได้ยังไง? อะไรที่ทำให้เว็บเทรดที่เคยยิ่งใหญ่ที่สุดในโลกต้องล่มสลายลง? และที่สำคัญที่สุด... เราเรียนรู้อะไรได้บ้างจากหายนะในครั้งนี้? บทความนี้จะพาคุณย้อนรอยไปสำรวจเรื่องราวทั้งหมดของ Mt. Gox ตั้งแต่จุดเริ่มต้นที่แสนจะธรรมดา ไปจนถึงจุดจบที่น่าสลดหดหู่ พร้อมกับบทเรียนราคาแพงที่เราทุกคนควรจดจำเอาไว้ให้ขึ้นใจ (ยาวนะครับ..) // จากเว็บเทรดการ์ดเกมสู่ศูนย์กลางบิตคอยน์ เรื่องราวของ Mt. Gox เริ่มต้นขึ้นในปี 2006 ไม่ใช่ด้วยบิตคอยน์อย่างที่หลายคนเข้าใจ แต่เริ่มจาก Jed McCaleb โปรแกรมเมอร์หนุ่มผู้คลั่งไคล้ในการ์ดเกม "Magic: The Gathering Online" ที่อยากจะสร้างเว็บไซต์สำหรับเทรดการ์ดเกมออนไลน์ ชื่อ Mt. Gox ก็มาจาก **"Magic: The Gathering Online eXchange"** นั่นเองครับ.. ในช่วงแรกๆ Mt. Gox ก็เป็นแค่เว็บเล็กๆ ที่ไม่ค่อยมีคนรู้จัก แต่แล้วในปี 2010 จุดเปลี่ยนก็เกิดขึ้น.. McCaleb ได้รู้จักกับบิตคอยน์สกุลเงินดิจิทัลน้องใหม่ที่กำลังมาแรง และเขาตัดสินใจเปลี่ยน Mt. Gox ให้กลายเป็นศูนย์กลางการซื้อขายบิตคอยน์มันซะเลย! การตัดสินใจครั้งนี้ถือเป็นจุดเปลี่ยนสำคัญที่ทำให้ Mt. Gox กลายเป็นตำนาน ในยุคนั้นบิตคอยน์ยังเป็นเรื่องใหม่มากๆ คนส่วนใหญ่ยังไม่รู้จัก ไม่เข้าใจ แถมยังมองว่ามันเป็นของเล่นไร้สาระสำหรับพวก Geek เท่านั้น แต่ McCaleb เขามองเห็นศักยภาพของมัน เขาเชื่อว่าบิตคอยน์จะเปลี่ยนโลก! Mt. Gox จึงกลายเป็นแพลตฟอร์มซื้อขายบิตคอยน์แห่งแรกๆ ของโลกและมันก็เติบโตอย่างรวดเร็ว.. เร็วแบบติดจรวดเลยล่ะครับ เพราะในตอนนั้นมันแทบไม่มีคู่แข่งเลย ใครอยากซื้อขายบิตคอยน์ก็ต้องมาที่ Mt. Gox นักลงทุนทั่วโลกแห่กันมาที่นี่ ทำให้ Mt. Gox กลายเป็นศูนย์กลางของตลาดบิตคอยน์ ในช่วงพีคๆ Mt. Gox เคย handle การซื้อขาย Bitcoin มากกว่า 70% ของทั้งโลก! นึกภาพตามนะครับ.. ในยุคนั้นบิตคอยน์ยังเป็นเหมือนดินแดนป่าเถื่อน ไม่มีกฎหมาย ไม่มีการควบคุม ใครอยากทำอะไรก็ทำ Mt. Gox ก็เลยเหมือนเป็นเสมือนนายอำเภอที่คอยดูแลความสงบเรียบร้อยในเมือง.. ## ภายใต้เงาอำนาจ.. ในปี 2011, McCaleb ตัดสินใจขาย Mt. Gox ให้กับ Mark Karpelès โปรแกรมเมอร์ชาวฝรั่งเศสที่อาศัยอยู่ในญี่ปุ่น Karpelès เข้ามาบริหาร Mt. Gox ต่อ และพยายามขยายธุรกิจให้เติบโตยิ่งขึ้นไปอีก แต่.. การเติบโตอย่างรวดเร็วนั้น ก็มาพร้อมกับปัญหา ปัญหาแรกเลยก็คือเรื่อง "ความปลอดภัย" ในปี 2011 Mt. Gox โดนแฮ็กครั้งแรก บิตคอยน์ประมาณ 25,000 BTC ถูกขโมยไป ตอนนั้นมันอาจจะดูไม่เยอะ แต่ถ้าคิดเป็นมูลค่าในปัจจุบันก็หลายหมื่นล้านบาทอยู่นะครับ และนี่เป็นแค่จุดเริ่มต้นของหายนะ... ปัญหาที่สอง คือ "การบริหารจัดการอันห่วยแตก" Karpelès ไม่ได้เป็นนักธุรกิจมืออาชีพ เขาเป็นแค่โปรแกรมเมอร์ที่หลงใหลในบิตคอยน์ เขาขาดประสบการณ์ในการบริหารจัดการบริษัทขนาดใหญ่ Mt. Gox เริ่มมีปัญหาภายใน ทั้งเรื่องการเงิน การจัดการ และความโปร่งใส ลูกค้าเริ่มบ่นว่าถอนเงินไม่ได้ ระบบมีปัญหา และที่สำคัญ.. Karpelès ไม่ได้ให้ความสำคัญกับเรื่อง "ความปลอดภัย" มากพอนัก เขาคิดว่า Mt. Gox มันใหญ่เกินกว่าจะล้มได้ ใครจะกล้ามาแหยม? ..แต่เขาคิดผิด.. อย่างมหันต์ ## จุดจบของตำนาน.. ในเดือนกุมภาพันธ์ 2014, Mt. Gox ประกาศระงับการถอนเงินทั้งหมด อ้างว่าระบบมีปัญหา.. กำลังทำการแก้ไข แต่มันไม่ใช่แค่ปัญหาเล็กๆ น้อยๆ.. มันคือหายนะครั้งใหญ่หลวง! บิตคอยน์กว่า 850,000 BTC มูลค่ากว่า 460 ล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐในตอนนั้นหายไปจาก Mt. Gox ไม่ใช่แค่เงินของลูกค้า.. แต่เป็นเงินของ Mt. Gox เองด้วย Karpelès ออกมาแถลงข่าวด้วยน้ำตาคลอเบ้า บอกว่า Bitcoin ถูกขโมยไปจากการโดนแฮ็ก.. โลกทั้งใบแทบแตก! นักลงทุนช็อก! ราคาบิตคอยน์ร่วงระนาว! ความเชื่อมั่นในตลาดคริปโตฯ สั่นคลอน! Mt. Gox ล้มละลาย.. และกลายเป็นตำนานแห่งหายนะที่ไม่มีใครลืม.. ## บทเรียนราคาแพงที่เราต้องจดจำ การล่มสลายของ Mt. Gox เป็นเหมือนระเบิดปรมาณูที่ถล่มวงการบิตคอยน์ มันทำให้คนทั่วโลกตระหนักถึงความเสี่ยงของคริปโตเคอเรนซี และความสำคัญของการเลือกใช้แพลตฟอร์มที่ "ปลอดภัย" และ "น่าเชื่อถือ" มันยังเป็นเครื่องเตือนใจว่าความโลภ และความประมาท อาจนำไปสู่หายนะได้ ไม่ว่าคุณจะลงทุนในอะไร ก็ต้องศึกษาให้ดี ทำความเข้าใจให้ถ่องแท้ อย่าหลงเชื่อคำโฆษณา หรือคำอวยเว่อร์ๆ และที่สำคัญ.. **"Not your keys, not your coins"** หากคุณไม่ถือ Private Key ด้วยตัวเอง คุณก็ไม่ได้เป็นเจ้าของบิตคอยน์ที่แท้จริง เพราะถ้าเกิดอะไรขึ้นกับเว็บเทรด.. คุณก็อาจจะซวยเหมือนกับลูกค้า Mt. Gox กว่า 24,000 คน ที่ต้องรอคอยเงินคืนยาวนานนับ 10 ปี และบางคนก็อาจจะไม่ได้อะไรคืนเลย.. ## เปิดโปงเบื้องหลัง หลังจาก Mt. Gox ล่มสลาย เจ้าหน้าที่ได้เร่งสืบสวนสอบสวน และพบว่ามีบุคคลสำคัญอยู่เบื้องหลังเรื่องนี้ 1. “Alexander Vinnik” ผู้ก่อตั้ง BTC-e ถูกจับในข้อหาฟอกเงินที่ได้จากการแฮ็ก Mt. Gox เขาถูกกล่าวหาว่าใช้ BTC-e ในการฟอกเงินมูลค่ากว่า 4 พันล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐ ซึ่งรวมถึงเงินที่ขโมยมาจาก Mt. Gox ด้วย หน่วยงานของสหรัฐฯ ระบุว่า Vinnik ใช้ BTC-e เพื่อฟอกเงินให้กับบุคคลที่เกี่ยวข้องกับอาชญากรรมต่างๆ เช่น การแฮ็กคอมพิวเตอร์ และการค้ายาเสพติด พวกเขายังเชื่อมโยง Vinnik กับการล่มสลายของ Mt. Gox โดยกล่าวหาว่าเขาฟอกเงินที่ถูกขโมยผ่าน BTC-e และ Tradehill ซึ่งเป็นอีกหนึ่งเว็บเทรดที่เขาเป็นเจ้าของ การจับกุม Vinnik เป็นส่วนหนึ่งของปฏิบัติการต่อเนื่องของสหรัฐฯ ในการต่อต้านอาชญากรไซเบอร์ชาวรัสเซียในยุโรป ในปี 2024 Vinnik ได้ยอมรับสารภาพผิดในข้อหาสมรู้ร่วมคิดในการฟอกเงิน 2. “Alexey Bilyuchenko” และ “Aleksandr Verner” สองชาวรัสเซีย ถูกตั้งข้อหาในปี 2023 ว่ากันว่าพวกเขาขโมยบิตคอยน์ไปกว่า 647,000 BTC และนำไปฟอกเงินผ่าน BTC-e และแพลตฟอร์มอื่นๆ ## เส้นทางสู่การเยียวยา การล่มสลายของ Mt. Gox ทำให้ลูกค้าหลายหมื่นคนต้องสูญเสียบิตคอยน์ไป และต้องต่อสู้ในกระบวนการทางกฎหมายอันยาวนาน ในที่สุดก็มีความคืบหน้า ในเดือนมิถุนายน 2018 ศาลแขวงโตเกียวได้อนุมัติคำร้องของเจ้าหนี้เพื่อเริ่มกระบวนการฟื้นฟูทางแพ่ง ซึ่งอนุญาตให้มีเงื่อนไขการชำระหนี้ที่ยืดหยุ่นมากขึ้น รวมถึงการชดเชยตามมูลค่าปัจจุบันของเหรียญที่สูญหายไป เจ้าหนี้ (ผู้เสียหาย) สามารถเริ่มยื่นข้อเรียกร้องใหม่ภายใต้กระบวนการเหล่านี้ได้ในวันที่ 23 สิงหาคม 2018 ในที่สุด.. ในเดือนกรกฎาคม 2024 Mt. Gox ก็เริ่มชำระคืนบิตคอยน์ และบิตคอยน์แคช ให้กับเจ้าหนี้ภายใต้แผนฟื้นฟูกิจการตามกฎหมาย ทนายความ Nobuaki Kobayashi ดูแลกระบวนการนี้ โดยตรวจสอบให้แน่ใจว่ามีการตรวจสอบและข้อตกลงกับเจ้าหนี้ทั้งหมดก่อนที่จะมีการจ่ายเงิน การชำระเงินคืนนี้ถือเป็นช่วงเวลาสำคัญ เนื่องจากเจ้าหนี้ต้องรอคอยมานานเกือบทศวรรษ นับตั้งแต่การล่มสลายของเว็บเทรดในปี 2014 จาก 850,000 BTC ที่สูญหายไป มีการกู้คืนกลับมาได้ 200,000 Bitcoin ซึ่ง 60,000 Bitcoin ในนั้นถูกขายโดยผู้ดูแลผลประโยชน์เพื่อเป็นทุนในการดำเนินการต่างๆ และเนื่องจากมูลค่าของบิตคอยน์เพิ่มขึ้นอย่างมาก กระบวนการชำระคืนจึงมีมูลค่ามหาศาล การเริ่มต้นการชำระคืนจึงเป็นเรื่องใหญ่ในวงการคริปโต ในช่วงต้นเดือนกรกฎาคม 2024 Mt. Gox ได้ย้าย 47,228 BTC มูลค่าประมาณ 2.7 พันล้านดอลลาร์ออกจากกระเป๋าเงินออฟไลน์เพื่อเป็นส่วนหนึ่งของกระบวนการชำระคืน บริษัทต่างๆ เช่น MtGoxBalanceBot ได้ติดตามความเคลื่อนไหวเหล่านี้อย่างโปร่งใสและให้ข้อมูลอัปเดตแก่ชุมชน ในวันที่ 22 กรกฎาคม 2024 Mt. Gox ได้โอน Bitcoin มูลค่า 2.85 พันล้านดอลลาร์ไปยังกระเป๋าเงินใหม่ โดย 340 ล้านดอลลาร์ในจำนวนนั้นถูกส่งไปยังที่อยู่ที่ Bitstamp เป็นเจ้าของ หลังจากนั้นไม่นาน ก็มีการโอน 37,477 BTC มูลค่า 2.5 พันล้านดอลลาร์ไปยังกระเป๋าเงินที่ไม่รู้จัก มีการเคลื่อนไหวอยู่เรื่อยๆ จนกระทั่ง ณ ปัจจุบันมีการแจกจ่าย Bitcoin ให้กับเจ้าหนี้ Mt. Gox ไปแล้วจำนวนมาก และยังเหลืออีกประมาณ 45,000 BTC ที่จะต้องคืน (จาก140,000 แสน เหลือ 44,899K BTC คิดเป็นคืนไปแล้วราวๆ 60%) กระบวนการนี้ยังคงดำเนินต่อไป และเกี่ยวข้องกับความเคลื่อนไหวจำนวนมากในตลาดคริปโตฯ โดยจำนวนเงินทั้งหมดที่ยังคงค้างชำระให้กับเจ้าหนี้ โดยจำนวนเงินทั้งหมดที่ยังคงค้างชำระเจ้าหนี้นั้นคิดเป็นประมาณ 0.7% ของ Bitcoin ทั้งหมดที่หมุนเวียนอยู่ในตลาด 850,000 Bitcoin ที่สูญหายไปนั้นมีมูลค่าประมาณ 460 ล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐในขณะที่เกิดการแฮ็ก และ 140,000 Bitcoin ที่กู้คืนได้นั้นมีมูลค่าประมาณ 1 หมื่นล้านดอลลาร์ ณ ราคา 70,000 ดอลลาร์ต่อ Bitcoin นั่นหมายความว่าเจ้าหนี้จะได้รับมูลค่าคืนมากกว่า 16 เท่าในตลาดปัจจุบัน.. ## บทสรุป เรื่องราวของ Mt. Gox เป็นเหมือนบทเรียนราคาแพงที่สอนให้พวกเรารู้ว่า.. ### อย่าฝากไข่ไว้ในตะกร้าใบเดียว การรวมศูนย์อำนาจในการดูแลสินทรัพย์ดิจิทัลไว้ที่เดียวมีความเสี่ยงสูง การกระจายความเสี่ยงโดยการใช้บริการหลายๆ แพลตฟอร์ม หรือ self-custody เป็นสิ่งสำคัญ ### ความจำเป็นในการกำกับดูแล เหตุการณ์ Mt. Gox กระตุ้นให้เกิดการตรวจสอบข้อเท็จจริงและความเข้มงวดมากขึ้นต่อเว็บเทรดคริปโตฯ ทั่วโลก เพื่อปกป้องนักลงทุน ### ความรับผิดชอบ ผู้บริหารแพลตฟอร์ม ต้องมีความรับผิดชอบต่อทรัพย์สินของลูกค้า และดำเนินธุรกิจอย่างโปร่งใส ซื่อสัตย์ และยุติธรรม ### ความไม่แน่นอนของตลาดคริปโตฯ ตลาดคริปโตฯ ยังคงมีความผันผวนสูง และมีความเสี่ยงที่อาจเกิดขึ้นได้ นักลงทุนควรศึกษาข้อมูลอย่างรอบคอบก่อนตัดสินใจลงทุน เรื่องราวของ Mt. Gox จะถูกจารึกไว้ในประวัติศาสตร์ของวงการคริปโตตลอดไป มันเป็นเครื่องเตือนใจถึงความสำคัญของความปลอดภัย ความโปร่งใส และความรับผิดชอบในการดำเนินธุรกิจที่เกี่ยวข้องกับสินทรัพย์ดิจิทัล และเป็นแรงผลักดันให้วงการนี้พัฒนาไปสู่ความมั่นคงและยั่งยืนในอนาคต..

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This was my first year betting on preseason football and I came out about 20% ahead. My operating assumption was just that no one should be a heavy preseason favorite, so I took any team that was at least +200 to win outright. I'm really looking forward to the real season starting. I've got my eyes on that Raiders vs Chargers opener. Every year the Bolts underachieve, while the Raiders overachieve (based on expected wins). Nitrobetting got some NBA futures up. I took OKC at +750 and the Bucks at +1200 to win the title. What are the upcoming events you're looking forward to? originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/662590