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Intro

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

Requirements

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

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

Installation

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

Prepare and verify

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

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

Create folders & download NWC

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

Creating the Docker image

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

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

Creating docker-compose.yml and necessary data directories

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

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

Starting and testing

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

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

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

Updating

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

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

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There’s a lot of conversation around the #TwitterFiles. Here’s my take, and thoughts on how to fix the issues identified.

I’ll start with the principles I’ve come to believe…based on everything I’ve learned and experienced through my past actions as a Twitter co-founder and lead:

1. Social media must be resilient to corporate and government control.
2. Only the original author may remove content they produce.
3. Moderation is best implemented by algorithmic choice.

The Twitter when I led it and the Twitter of today do not meet any of these principles. This is my fault alone, as I completely gave up pushing for them when an activist entered our stock in 2020. I no longer had hope of achieving any of it as a public company with no defense mechanisms (lack of dual-class shares being a key one). I planned my exit at that moment knowing I was no longer right for the company.

The biggest mistake I made was continuing to invest in building tools for us to manage the public conversation, versus building tools for the people using Twitter to easily manage it for themselves. This burdened the company with too much power, and opened us to significant outside pressure (such as advertising budgets). I generally think companies have become far too powerful, and that became completely clear to me with our suspension of Trump’s account. As I’ve said before, we did the right thing for the public company business at the time, but the wrong thing for the internet and society. Much more about this here: https://twitter.com/jack/status/1349510769268850690

I continue to believe there was no ill intent or hidden agendas, and everyone acted according to the best information we had at the time. Of course mistakes were made. But if we had focused more on tools for the people using the service rather than tools for us, and moved much faster towards absolute transparency, we probably wouldn’t be in this situation of needing a fresh reset (which I am supportive of). Again, I own all of this and our actions, and all I can do is work to make it right.

Back to the principles. Of course governments want to shape and control the public conversation, and will use every method at their disposal to do so, including the media. And the power a corporation wields to do the same is only growing. It’s critical that the people have tools to resist this, and that those tools are ultimately owned by the people. Allowing a government or a few corporations to own the public conversation is a path towards centralized control.

I’m a strong believer that any content produced by someone for the internet should be permanent until the original author chooses to delete it. It should be always available and addressable. Content takedowns and suspensions should not be possible. Doing so complicates important context, learning, and enforcement of illegal activity. There are significant issues with this stance of course, but starting with this principle will allow for far better solutions than we have today. The internet is trending towards a world were storage is “free” and infinite, which places all the actual value on how to discover and see content.

Which brings me to the last principle: moderation. I don’t believe a centralized system can do content moderation globally. It can only be done through ranking and relevance algorithms, the more localized the better. But instead of a company or government building and controlling these solely, people should be able to build and choose from algorithms that best match their criteria, or not have to use any at all. A “follow” action should always deliver every bit of content from the corresponding account, and the algorithms should be able to comb through everything else through a relevance lens that an individual determines. There’s a default “G-rated” algorithm, and then there’s everything else one can imagine.

The only way I know of to truly live up to these 3 principles is a free and open protocol for social media, that is not owned by a single company or group of companies, and is resilient to corporate and government influence. The problem today is that we have companies who own both the protocol and discovery of content. Which ultimately puts one person in charge of what’s available and seen, or not. This is by definition a single point of failure, no matter how great the person, and over time will fracture the public conversation, and may lead to more control by governments and corporations around the world.

I believe many companies can build a phenomenal business off an open protocol. For proof, look at both the web and email. The biggest problem with these models however is that the discovery mechanisms are far too proprietary and fixed instead of open or extendable. Companies can build many profitable services that complement rather than lock down how we access this massive collection of conversation. There is no need to own or host it themselves.

Many of you won’t trust this solution just because it’s me stating it. I get it, but that’s exactly the point. Trusting any one individual with this comes with compromises, not to mention being way too heavy a burden for the individual. It has to be something akin to what bitcoin has shown to be possible. If you want proof of this, get out of the US and European bubble of the bitcoin price fluctuations and learn how real people are using it for censorship resistance in Africa and Central/South America.

I do still wish for Twitter, and every company, to become uncomfortably transparent in all their actions, and I wish I forced more of that years ago. I do believe absolute transparency builds trust. As for the files, I wish they were released Wikileaks-style, with many more eyes and interpretations to consider. And along with that, commitments of transparency for present and future actions. I’m hopeful all of this will happen. There’s nothing to hide…only a lot to learn from. The current attacks on my former colleagues could be dangerous and doesn’t solve anything. If you want to blame, direct it at me and my actions, or lack thereof.

As far as the free and open social media protocol goes, there are many competing projects: @bluesky is one with the AT Protocol, nostr another, Mastodon yet another, Matrix yet another…and there will be many more. One will have a chance at becoming a standard like HTTP or SMTP. This isn’t about a “decentralized Twitter.” This is a focused and urgent push for a foundational core technology standard to make social media a native part of the internet. I believe this is critical both to Twitter’s future, and the public conversation’s ability to truly serve the people, which helps hold governments and corporations accountable. And hopefully makes it all a lot more fun and informative again.

💸🛠️🌐 To accelerate open internet and protocol work, I’m going to open a new category of #startsmall grants: “open internet development.” It will start with a focus of giving cash and equity grants to engineering teams working on social media and private communication protocols, bitcoin, and a web-only mobile OS. I’ll make some grants next week, starting with $1mm/yr to Signal. Please let me know other great candidates for this money.

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O Flamengo e a Igreja explicam ou evidenciam todos os paradoxos referentes à vida operária. Quem não for tão crentóide ou rubro-negróide fanáticos, por favor, usem o mínimo da inteligência sobrada em vocês para entender estas duas instituições nacionais.

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Introdução

Parte da população se encontra incapaz de analisar o futebol por além do campo, ou mesmo por além da mídia, não possuem também capacidade de observar os processos racionais de decisões dos jogadores sobre seus projetos de carreira fora do que é vazado pela imprensa, não observam os jogadores como atletas somente, mas como subcelebridades sem que saibam. É claro que esses fatores danificam quaisquer análises sobre as recentes decisões de ícones do futebol em determinadas decisões tomadas em suas carreiras, no caso falamos sobre decisões baseadas em fugas dos holofotes da Europa e rumos ao mundo árabe e à América do Norte, quando não, à América do Sul como um destino alternativo já não tão rentável.

Vamos sintetizar de forma prática à reação do público que consome o futebol, dizem uns de acordo com o que se mostra nesse thread do X:

https://twitter.com/oocbrsao/status/1690756075790716928?s=20

O mesmo se dá à Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi, Benzema, Fabinho, Mendy (goleiro), Sérgio Busquets, Cavani, Jamez Rodrigues, Lucas Moura e outros que rumaram do principal palco do futebol espetacularizado no mundo e tomaram rumo aos mercados alternativos do futebol, vemos assim que os fãs do esporte cometem o erro de praticarem reducionismos e crer que o único motivo pelo qual jogadores decidem sair da Europa é o dinheiro, porém esse ensaio existe para provar que todos são enganados por essas impressões, ou seja, será aqui mostrado que o problema é mais profundo do que aparenta.

O palco do futebol de alta prateleira é na Europa, mas não é europeu

Dos últimos campeões e finalistas da UEFA Champions League, desde 2013, apenas o Bayern de Munique possui parcial controle por parte de grupos financeiros europeus como acionistas majoritários e gerência autônoma europeia, alemã no caso, por se tratar de um clube que adota um modelo cooperativo, os demais clubes ou são geridos por grupos financeiros estrangeiros, ou árabes (a exemplo do Manchester City, gerido pelo City Group, e campeão da temporada 2022/2023), ou chineses (caso do finalista da UCL 2022/2023, Internazionale Milano, gerido pelo Suning Holding Gruop) ou norte-americanos (caso do Liverpool no momento que conquistou a "orelhuda" da temporada 2018/2019, o grupo que até agora gere o clube é o Fenway Sports Group), e quando não são geridos possuem pelo menos grupos e corporações estrangeiras como acionistas majoritários, uma menção contestável é a do Real Madrid, que por mais que não seja gerido por grupos estrangeiros ou tenham como maior acionista um grupo ou corporação não-europeia, o maior acionista é o presidente Floriano Perez através do Grupo ACS, é um time (equipe) internacional, possui um elenco composto majoritariamente por jogadores oriundos de fora da Espanha, parte considerável desses jogadores nem mesmo são oriundos (jus sanguinis) do continente europeu, o que não é um problema, mas exemplifica o fato de que o que chamamos de futebol europeu, na prática, é futebol internacional em solo europeu.

A despeito das seleções, uma França cosmopolita multiétnica, mais afro do que euro, após ter sido campeã em 2018, seguiu-se numa final de mundial, já como vice-campeã, derrotada por uma Argentina cujo grande parte do elenco atuava e atua ainda além das fronteiras argentinas, observamos que o elemento nacional é apenas simbólico, não mais tão profundo, a nacionalidade está presente somente nos símbolos da camisa e dos escudos das entidades, mas ainda sobre o evento do mundial de 2022 percebamos que vimos uma Copa do Mundo Catar 2022, e nela presenciamos questionamentos sobre as torcidas locais presentes, não havia brio, não havia paixão, claro que não foi uma surpresa pois convenhamos que os árabes e os persas não são chegados na redonda, o gosto deles é por corrida de cavalo, corrida de camelo e caça esportiva, talvez as grandes exceções sejam por parte dos egípcios, tunisianos e marroquinos, porém cá trata-se da exceção, não da regra, tal como os venezuelanos e guianeses são mais chegados no baseball e no críquete do que na pelota no continente do futebol, é estranho ver toda a formação de um marketing farsesco de "crescimento do esporte" na região, não é intragável observar jogadores de futebol, ao ingressar nesse novo mundo do futebol performático artificial de locais marginais à cultura da bola, utilizarem do código "sonho" para alimentar justificativas ao público, e convenhamos também que o problema na ida desses jogadores para o mundo árabe e para os Estados Unidos não é a escolha que tomam, mas a vergonha de prestarem comprometimento com a verdade e com seus torcedores, e a verdade é: as escolhas são baseadas no fator financeiro, e não em um "projeto" de avanço do esporte na região.

O motivo pelo qual querem os detentores da máquina do esporte buscam levar o futebol para esses locais é unicamente propagandístico e mercadológico com a finalidade de lucro e expansão do poder, o povo local recebe esse atrativo como algo exótico e diferente de seu gosto cultural, como tão aclamado pelo centro global do mundo ainda unipolar e regido pelo dinheiro ocidental o futebol é uma peça perfeita de propaganda para sinalizar abertura política e econômica ao mundo, e também, mostrar-se apto para receber investimentos desse mundo regido pelo dinheiro ocidental, assim expõe-se por essa óptica o futebol espetacularizado como uma grande farsa regida por gênios capazes de montar um teatro performático com poder de até mesmo de mover olhares e diferenciar a noção prática do que de fato existe nesses países, no caso do mundo árabe uma civilização que cresce economicamente mas que ainda padece de determinadas liberdades alinhadas à dignidade humana, e no caso do mundo norte-americano observa-se os Estados Unidos de maquiagens que joga para debaixo do tapete seus problemas sociais e abusos na política internacional.

O esporte, ao receber grande aporte de dinheiro para uso como soft power, perde sua inocência lúdica e se torna numa ferramenta baseada em venda de ilusões, e nesse grande mercado de sonhos observamos crianças tendo como grandes ídolos jogadores que são assalariados para serem ícones, mas nada se difere ao mundo fantasiado de falsos ídolos quais estamos habituados, as mesmas crianças crescem, tornam-se adolescentes, passam a ter "artistas" igualmente fraudulentos como ídolos, ao crescerem tornam-se adultos vazios que prestam reverências aos políticos igualmente fraudulentos, e a sociedade da propaganda, ao contrário de ter se esgotado, avança em um ritmo de desesperanças.

O que está atrás das escolhas dos jogadores

Este tópico age em reparação ao anterior, que critica os abusos da propaganda e da imagem fantasiada sobre o futebol, observa-se que este tópico não se restringe ao futebol, pois bem, não entendam como indignante a escolha de preferência ao dinheiro do que à fama, ao renome e ao status de atuar no grande centro do futebol mundial, somente os apaixonados pelo renome seriam capazes de abdicar um valor de R$2,5mi por dia para lutar em busca de ser mais um nome na história do esporte. O que impressiona no momento é o reducionismo explicativo para as decisões dos atletas em tomar tais rumos, parte da população ainda não percebeu que esses fatores de decisões não advém de uma natureza ambiciosa e mercenária dos atletas, mas que também advém de questões políticas e econômicas envolvendo as instabilidades dos países europeus.

A Europa como conhecemos acabou, presenciamos até agora uma exceção na história, uma Europa rica que será corrompida até a última gota, a fim de ser então destruída por uma elite parasitária que se apoderou dela e tomou seus Central Business Districts como redes de poder, os países estão dando entrada numa grande crise vindoura, não haverá mais comodidades com nações inteiras adentrando o colapso, a exemplo de uma França a beira da guerra civil e de uma Alemanha com grandes dificuldades econômicas influenciadas por políticas da Rússia a frente das operações militares na Ucrânia, a Europa perde poder progressivamente e esse fato foi escancarado com as guerras por procurações iniciadas na África, somada à revolta de países africanos contra os abusos europeus no continente, como exemplo do que ocorre nesse momento no Níger.

Dado o conhecimento sobre as instabilidades na Europa permanece o questionamento: quem é o louco que irá investir lá nesse exato momento? Não há quem tenha tamanha loucura contida em seus projetos, por evidente é lógico que os investidores árabes e norte-americanos levem suas joias especulativas para um campo seguro de investimento, e assim os jogadores passam a se preservar em simultâneo aos planos de investidores, é lógico que a retirada de holofotes no futebol europeu é uma necessidade urgente para a conservação de patrimônio por parte dos investidores. Essa questão jamais será abordada na grande mídia mainstream, pois claro, para a espetacularização do futebol de forma fantasiada e ilusória é crucial manter horas e horas de debate sobre se jogadores são ou não são mercenários em suas tomadas de decisões, sem expor os reais chefetes do dinheiro que faz o esporte ser uma verdadeira máquina especulativa de lucro.

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Esse texto é um complemento daquele que publiquei no Habla News. Vamos constatar um paralelo: os debates na bolha católica virtual do Brasil sobre a política do Vaticano são as piores do mundo, nível debate PT x Bolsonaro, quando é mais do que evidente que todas as decisões são tomadas em reuniões com as portas fechadas, representantes do grupo JP Morgan presente, Rothscilds, Rockefellers e etc., enquanto o povão se entretém com o teatro político fraudulento criado pelo grupo Abril, pela Globo e demais grupos que mandam e desmandam cá com aval dos Rothscilds. O nível é o mesmo, desde pessoas que querem reduzir o debate sobre crise na Igreja Católica às suas experiências comparativas em missas tridentinas e missas do Vaticano II.

Sintetizarei na linguagem popular e desenvolverei:

---> Como alguns acham que é: "Igreja Católica fazendo besteira desde o CVII."

---> Como outros acham que é: "a Igreja Católica acabou e a Sé está vacante desde o Papa Pio XII."

Na prática a tese de que >aquela turma< se infiltrou na Igreja é a correta — muitos tradicionalistas, ao invés de expor isso no campo político, implicam em discutir sobre uso de calças por parte de mulheres, sobre futebol incitar ao pecado e insistem em propagar calúnias contra papas. Se falassem mais sobre a problemática Oppus Dei, e sobre os escândalos do IOR tendo relações até mesmo com as máfias italianas, gerariam muito mais benefícios aos debates nas comunidades católicas do que malefícios.

No texto que escrevi no Habla News [https://habla.news/u/erzborgo@iris.to/1690597805906] abordo isso, não aprofundei muito nessa seara pois o foco foi convencer o leitor de que é importante dar atenção à política do Vaticano tanto quanto às questões doutrinárias e eclesiológicas.

Existem envolvimentos da crise católica hoje com a famille Botin, Banco Santander, IOR (chamado de Banco do Vaticano) e a Oppus Dei, há diversos indícios de movimentações monetárias dos bancos envolvidos com o IOR para bancar conflitos no terceiro mundo em resistência aos grupos terroristas bancados pela CIA. Quem leu meu texto vi que citei o uso de agentes duplos no trabalho de inteligência do Vaticano, e que explica em muito o caráter de dubiedade em determinadas ações políticas do Vaticano, observa-se que o mesmo papado que vem sendo acusado de ser um papado "modernista" (caluniosamente, apesar do atual papado ter sim seus escândalos) é o mesmo que diminuiu o poder da Oppus Dei, abafou os escândalos do Banco do Vaticano e que vem tendo seus agentes amplamente perseguidos mundo a fora (como cito no texto o exemplo da Nicarágua).

Acredito eu que esses pontos sejam muito mais importantes do que aguentar discussões com sedevacantes jansenistas que cometem reducionismos bestas baseados em categorizações e estigmatizações, e que essas questões devem estar nas mãos dos que possuem compromisso com Cristo, pois se caem nas mãos daqueles que odeiam a Igreja Católica será um caminho sem retorno. Há de ser entendido que tudo que apontei não é resolvido com ações arbitrárias de dissoluções, a tese de que tudo é resolvido com trancamentos de portas e excomunhões é uma armadilha, os serviços de inteligência no mundo todo não trabalham dessa forma, eis o motivo do porque a ciência política, a política internacional e a ciência das guerras deveriam fazer parte dos debates em comunidades católicas.

O avanço dos neopaganismos de dissidência política, dos anticatolicismos radicais (inclusive de dissidentes, ex-católicos), da religião civil e do processo de mudança de toda a ordem política do mundo obriga o católico a pisar nesse campo, isso implica a abandonar a webapologética de youtube de "protestantismo x catolicismo" — de tentar explicar pela milésima vez o porque dos protestantismos serem seitas farsescas, e que tudo que as pessoas aprenderam na escola sobre inquisição é mentira, etc etc — e adotar uma organização interna nos debates fuleiras que atualmente existem na bolha católica virtual brasileira.

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The DeFi landscape is a rapidly evolving space, with new platforms emerging regularly, each promising to revolutionize the way we interact with finance. Among these platforms, PinkSale has gained attention for its fundraising platform for blockchain projects. However, there's a new player in town that's set to redefine the DeFi landscape: X7 and its flagship product, Xchange.

Why X7?

X7 is an innovative platform that aims to solve the inherent problems in the current DeFi landscape. Its flagship product, Xchange, is an Automated Market Maker (AMM) that offers unique features that make it a superior alternative to PinkSale.

Permissionless Access to Capital

One of the most significant advantages of Xchange over PinkSale is its permissionless access to capital. Unlike PinkSale, which requires projects to seek approval and investors to buy into their pre-sale, Xchange allows anyone with a great idea to fund initial liquidity for a token. There are no gatekeepers, no need for approval, and no barriers to entry. If you have a great idea and the drive to make it happen, Xchange gives you the tools to bring it to life.

Leveraged Liquidity

In addition to its permissionless nature, Xchange also offers a leveraged liquidity model. This means that projects can launch faster without tying up their capital, giving them a competitive edge in the fast-paced DeFi landscape.

Flexible Loan Terms

Xchange also offers flexible loan terms, a feature not available on PinkSale. Projects can choose from a variety of loan terms that best suit their needs, whether it's an upfront simple loan, an amortizing loan with interest, or an interest-only loan. This flexibility allows projects to manage their financial risk effectively and ensure that they remain financially healthy and sustainable.

DeFi Ecosystem Compatibility

Xchange is designed to be compatible with the wider DeFi ecosystem. It can effortlessly accommodate a wide array of integrations, from charting tools to trading bots, ensuring a seamless and efficient DeFi experience. This is a significant advantage over PinkSale, which does not offer the same level of ecosystem compatibility.

True Decentralization

Unlike PinkSale, X7 operates under a DAO that is truly decentralized. This means that the power is in the hands of the community, not a select few. This commitment to decentralization ensures that X7 remains transparent, fair, and democratic. The DAO has complete control over the system of smart contracts, ensuring that the platform remains adaptable and responsive to the needs of the community.

Conclusion

While PinkSale has its merits, X7's Xchange offers a more innovative and flexible solution for projects in the DeFi space. Its permissionless access to capital, leveraged liquidity model, flexible loan terms, DeFi ecosystem compatibility, and commitment to true decentralization make it a superior alternative. As the DeFi landscape continues to evolve, platforms like X7 are leading the way in redefining how we interact with finance. With X7, the future of decentralized finance is here.

Republished with Permission Author: Cryptod0c * Source * Website * Telegram * Twitter

This is not investment advice.

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Table Of Content

• Bitcoin: A Paradigm Shift in Retail
• The Impetus for Change
• Bitcoin and the Retail Experience
• Navigating Cryptocurrency Challenges
• Bitcoin's Impact on the Retail Industry
• Seizing Opportunities for Innovation
• Conclusion
• FAQ

The world of commerce is ever-evolving, and the latest leap forward involves digital currency. In a groundbreaking move that has garnered attention worldwide, a prominent UK carpet retailer has decided to embrace the future by adopting the Bitcoin standard. This strategic shift marks a significant turning point not only for the retailer but also for the retail industry as a whole. Let's delve into this exciting transformation and explore the implications it holds.

Bitcoin: A Paradigm Shift in Retail

In the midst of rapidly changing economic landscapes, the UK carpet retailer's decision to adopt the Bitcoin standard is both bold and visionary. This revolutionary step signifies a paradigm shift that goes beyond traditional financial methods. By incorporating Bitcoin, a decentralized digital currency, the retailer is setting a precedent for other businesses to explore the potential benefits and challenges of cryptocurrency adoption.

The Impetus for Change

The decision to embrace Bitcoin isn't made in isolation. Factors such as increasing customer demand for flexible payment options, the desire to tap into a tech-savvy consumer base, and the growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies as a legitimate form of payment have all contributed to this strategic move.

Bitcoin and the Retail Experience

With the integration of the Bitcoin standard, the UK carpet retailer is taking steps to enhance the retail experience for its customers. Transactions will become more seamless, with reduced processing times and lower fees compared to traditional payment methods. This shift aligns with the retailer's commitment to providing convenience and efficiency to its valued clientele.

Navigating Cryptocurrency Challenges

While the adoption of Bitcoin offers numerous advantages, it also comes with its share of challenges. The volatile nature of cryptocurrency markets and potential regulatory uncertainties are factors that the retailer must navigate. However, the decision to proceed demonstrates the retailer's confidence in the potential benefits outweighing these challenges.

Bitcoin's Impact on the Retail Industry

The UK carpet retailer's move towards the Bitcoin standard is likely to have a ripple effect throughout the retail industry. Other businesses may feel compelled to explore cryptocurrency adoption as a means of staying competitive in an increasingly digitized economy. This shift could pave the way for a broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies in day-to-day transactions.

Seizing Opportunities for Innovation

Embracing Bitcoin isn't solely about adopting a new form of payment; it's also about embracing innovation. The retailer's willingness to explore the possibilities of blockchain technology and digital currency showcases its commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements.

Conclusion

As we've explored, the decision of the UK carpet retailer to step into the future with Bitcoin is both a courageous and forward-thinking move. This transformation embodies the spirit of innovation and adaptability necessary to thrive in an ever-changing economic environment. By embracing the Bitcoin standard, the retailer not only showcases its expertise but also paves the way for a more tech-driven and customer-centric retail landscape. As the retail industry continues to evolve, this bold step marks a pivotal moment that will undoubtedly shape its trajectory for years to come.

FAQ

What is the Bitcoin standard? The Bitcoin standard refers to the practice of using Bitcoin as a unit of account, a store of value, and a medium of exchange in economic transactions, mirroring the functions of traditional currency.

How will Bitcoin adoption affect customers? Customers will benefit from quicker transactions and reduced transaction fees, enhancing their shopping experience.

Why is the retailer's move considered groundbreaking? The retailer's adoption of Bitcoin sets a precedent for traditional businesses to explore the potential benefits of cryptocurrency integration.

What challenges might the retailer face with Bitcoin adoption? Volatility in cryptocurrency markets and regulatory uncertainties are challenges the retailer must navigate.

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Back in November 2022, we launched the groundbreaking Zap feature on our Starbackr web platform. The response was overwhelming, with user engagement skyrocketing. Our community, including you, flourished in creativity and talent.

Simultaneously, we began working with the Nostr protocol, integrating Zaps seamlessly. This led to the inception of the Current App, tailored for iOS and Android, with Zaps as its heartbeat.

For a deeper dive into our journey, check out our previous write up: https://habla.news/u/starbuilder@current.fyi/1691239325603

In June when Damus went through the apple review process and had to remove the zap button on post we knew we were on the chopping block. And Apple called. While we could have easily taken Damus' route to remove it from the post we chose to stand our ground. So we took the call. Here’s how it unfolded.

Apple App Review Support (AARS): Hello Current App Developer! We've reviewed the latest version of your app and noticed that you have a "zap" feature on posts. As per our guidelines 3.1.1, you need to implement In-App Purchases (IAP) for such features.

Me: Hi there! Thanks for reaching out. The zap feature is just a fun addition we introduced for user engagement. Could you specify why we need IAP for it?

AARS: Certainly! Any digital goods or services, including features that provide additional content or enhance the user experience, should use our IAP system. This ensures a consistent experience for users and maintains the integrity of the App Store ecosystem.

Me: Interesting. But "zap" is a non-essential feature and doesn't provide any additional content. It's just a fun way for users to interact. Does it still qualify?

AARS: If users derive any value from it, then it does qualify. And as you said, it's for user engagement. So, implementing IAP will ensure you comply with our guidelines.

Me: I really value the community we've built around our app. Forcing them to go through an IAP, may deter many of them. If this continues, we might consider shutting down the app rather than diminishing the user experience.

AARS: We understand your concerns and certainly wouldn't want to see a valuable app leave our platform. However, our guidelines are in place to maintain consistency across the App Store.

(Saying the same thing again and again as a broken record)

Then I asked the question in a different way.

Me: How do I even know how to track if the SATS are from IAP or users sending it between each other.

AARS: We don’t care or control how you manage them inside your App. All we need is to implement IAP when purchasing SATS and users are allowed to use SATS they got from other users.

A light bulb went on in my brain. Oh.. you just want us to implement IAP and make it optional. You check the box that app complies with policy and we tell the user not to use that option…!

Me: Ok. so you want us to implement IAP but make it “Optional”.

AARS: Yes. We don’t control how you implement it.

Me: Alright thanks. Will work on a version to and submit for review. But we need more time to comply as one of our developers is on Parental leave.

(@egge was in the hospital with his wife for the arrival of his new born)

AARS: Ok. We can extend the deadline by 2 more weeks.

Call ended.

At this point we had no clue on how to implement all this but we had 4 weeks to figure everything out.

The goal is to create an In App purchase option to load SATS into the wallet. But make it optional so that none of us will need to use that option. However it can be of use for a no coiner coming into Nostr and Bitcoin for the first time and experience zapping, they can simply purchase it for $1 and get SATS on to their wallet and start zapping immediately.

With that in Mind we settled for a $0.99 purchase option and we will credit them with 2100 SATS. (teaching them the value of 21)

But if you are a bitcoiner and user of lightning with SATS on another wallet, you can easily transfer SATS in and out of Current wallet and you DO NOT need to use the In-App purchase at all. Because IAP is integrated with wallet, it does not come in the middle of zaps. Zaps on posts work the same way as before. One click. Zap.Zap.Zap.

This is the best possible way to comply with apple rules and at the same time, keep zaps on post and help on board millions of no coiners to nostr, bitcoin and lightning.

Again, We DO NOT recommend using this feature and it is optional.

Win-Win for all of us.

Of Course, it did not stop here. When we submitted the first version for review, it got rejected 3 more times.

Rejection 1: The response included the wallet screen. So we went through another round of development to include an optional Subscription to access the wallet. Rejection 2: bug in the search screen unrelated to Zap purchase Rejection 3: Setup of Subscription and In-App purchases were incorrect. Final Approval: On Aug 4th, the day of the deadline we submitted another version for review. In the review comments, we made it clear that with best of our knowledge we comply with policies and we will not be able to continue developing the App if rejected.

48 hours of silence and then came the approval…!

Let’s go into details on subscriptions.

Subscriptions (Current amped)

New users can effortlessly download the app, set up their NIP-05 ID, post messages, and browse all posts at no cost. Our offering aligns with other Nostr apps available on both the App Store and Play Store. This service remains FREE for all existing and new "Current" users.

Our subscription model unveils a suite of premium features, all bundled into a single app, available at a competitive price. Additionally, we've extended the grace period for subscriptions to a full 28 days, giving you ample time to evaluate the service before Apple processes any charges.

Comparing with Other Nostr Subscriptions

For avid Nostr users, purchasing a NIP05 is often a necessity, and providers like nostrpurple.com offer NIP addresses for a one-time fee of 12,500 sats ($3.68).

If you're seeking a reliable relay service, nostr.wine charges an initial fee of 18,888 sats ($5.56) and a subsequent monthly fee of 10,000 ($2.99) sats for their filter service.

Using nostr.build for images and videos? Be cautious as there's no guarantee of image permanence. They also offer additional storage options for a fee.

Popular wallets, such as Wallet of Satoshi, offer standalone wallet services. However, they require an email address for management and lack a Wallet Connect feature.

With Current we combined all these alacarte features into one single App. So that users (new and experienced) can simply download and start using the app.

Our Wallet Connect Feature

The "Current" wallet comes equipped with a feature allowing users to seamlessly connect to other Nostr clients, such as zapplepay.com or snort.social. Transfers are automated, with sats being debited directly from your "Current" wallet.

Push Notifications

On a personal note, push notifications for direct messages are invaluable. Being alerted when someone messages you can be game-changing. If you remain unaware until your next app login, potential opportunities could be lost. It's worth noting that none of the existing iOS apps offer push notifications from relays that function even when the app is not running.

Premium Relays

We have multiple relays serving Current users. These are load balanced, Web security enabled and come with the guarantee of storing your messages for at least 2 years. (NOTE: We are working on a backup feature to allow downloading your messages. So that you can keep them forever)

HD Media Upload

There is no fun in sending text only posts. We will support HD media upload so that you can share photos and videos right from your phone.

Lightning Address

When you use the Wallet of Satoshi wallet, you get a lightning address which is completely different from your nostr NIP05 address. With Current, you get to pick your own address from multiple domains and the same will be your Nostr address and lightning address.

Encrypted messages

kind 4 events (Direct messages) are encrypted but the metadata is exposed. So we use a separate relay for this wss://securedm.current.fyi which will auth and only give out messages based on pubkeys. Meaning, only you can get your DMs. No one else will be able to pull your DMs.

Send and receive Zaps

Of Course you get to use one click zap on any posts.

We've meticulously integrated all these features into a singular app, priced at a simple subscription rate of $3.99 per month. We believe this presents a fair deal for everyone, allowing us to consistently innovate with Nostr in the coming years, without being solely dependent on donations, bounties, or hackathons.

If you're hesitant to pay for services or find it challenging to afford premium features, we understand and respect your position. As a gesture of our commitment to serving all users, we offer a TestFlight version free of subscription costs. While this version doesn't include many of the premium features and won't be updated with new premium features as they're released, it remains a viable option.

You can access our TestFlight version here. testflight link Although you'll need to subscribe using your Apple account, rest assured that your account won't be charged. Please note that the TestFlight version may lag one or two updates behind the main release in the future.

What’s coming down the pipeline..??

We are at the cusp of a technological renaissance, witnessing firsthand the rise and integration of AI agents in our daily lives. Our team recently had the privilege of participating in the AI4ALL hackathon, expertly organized by Fedi. This experience empowered us to conceptualize and subsequently bring to life a fully operational website named PlebAI.com. This platform boasts over 10 advanced AI agents, all of which are performing seamlessly.

Our broader vision is to have more AI capabilities right inside of Current App. We aim to embed these AI functionalities within the Current App, making it a one-stop solution for users seeking intelligent assistance.

Imagine the convenience of being able to catch up after a week-long hiatus from Nostr. With a simple command like "/summary", users can receive a personalized digest of all pivotal events and discussions that transpired on Nostr during their absence. This ensures that they remain in the loop, without having to sift through a barrage of information.

Beyond this, we envision the app’s capability to generate summaries for podcast episodes, enabling users to grasp the essence without investing hours. Furthermore, voice interactions with podcast content promise to elevate the user experience to unprecedented levels.

Above all, our driving force is the growth and enrichment of this community. We are committed to relentlessly innovating and enhancing the platform, ensuring that our users always have the best tools at their fingertips.

Zap events are on the decline. We cannot let that happen…!

Why Zaps on Posts?

While we could have simply removed the zap button from posts to pass Apple's review immediately, we chose to stand our ground. Our decision stems from a vision of numerous innovative features centered around the concept of zaps on posts.

Here's a glimpse into the future of zaps:

1. ZapGate: Introducing zaps for paid posts. With NIP-60, we've devised a novel way to zap, enabling payment for posts and ensuring creators are duly compensated.

2. Zap AI: As AI agents evolve, imagine zapping one to perform tasks on your behalf. NIP-90, focusing on data vending machines, has already outlined specifications for this.

3. Zap Ranking: Measure post popularity using zaps, and even filter out posts that lack them.

4. Zap Ads: While Damus initially introduced this, it was later withdrawn. The idea is to sort posts based on zap amounts. If a post gains traction, advertisers could elevate their messages by contributing more zaps.

5. Zaps for Podcasters: Podcasters primarily depend on ad revenues. As listeners, we're often unaware of the monetary arrangements between podcasters and advertisers. If we knew, for instance, that BlockFi paid over $100k for each ad slot, it might raise eyebrows. The solution? Transparent zapping. Companies can zap podcasters directly on their posts, revealing their contributions.

6. Zapraisers: This concept is gaining momentum. Soon, we might see many fundraisers operating through zaps.

7. Zapology: According to Derek Ross, this might become a mainstream academic subject for future generations.

8. Zapapalooza: We're not quite sure what this will encompass yet, but we're excited to shape its direction.

9. Zap Economy: Our aim is to craft a borderless, language-neutral, location-independent, and sustainable economic cycle.

In conclusion, we remain staunch in our belief that zaps play a crucial role within the Nostr ecosystem. By integrating them into the iOS app and ensuring their accessibility, we hope to fortify and expand the Nostr community at large.

If you still have questions, please refer to this FAQ’s or come to our telegram channel or message us on Nostr. @current @starbuilder @egge

FAQs:

1. What is the goal of the In-App purchase option? The goal is to provide an option for users to load SATS into their wallets. This is especially useful for newcomers to Nostr and Bitcoin.

2. Do I have to use the In-App purchase option to load SATS? No, the In-App purchase option is entirely optional.

3. How much does the In-App purchase cost and what do I get? For $0.99, you'll receive 2100 SATS, introducing users to the concept of "21M."

4. Can I transfer SATS to and from the Current wallet without using In-App purchases? Yes, if you're familiar with Bitcoin and have SATS in another wallet, you can easily transfer them without needing the In-App purchase.

5. Have there been any changes to the way zaps on posts work? No, zaps on posts function as they did before: one-click and Zap.Zap.Zap.

6. Will this affect my Android Current App? No. For now android users are free to use premium features. But this may change in future depending on Google's app review.

7. How does the Current app subscription model work? The subscription model provides a range of premium features in a single app. There's also a 28-day grace period before any charges by Apple.

8. How does the Current app's offerings compare with other Nostr subscriptions? Current combines multiple features into one app, eliminating the need for multiple subscriptions and standalone services.

9. What is the "Wallet Connect" feature in the Current app? This feature allows users to connect to other Nostr clients and automate sats transfers directly from the "Current" wallet.

10. Does the Current app support push notifications? Yes, push notifications for direct messages are supported, allowing users to stay updated even when the app is not running.

11. How long will messages be stored in the Current app's relays? Messages will be stored for at least two years, with a backup feature in development for downloading and storing messages indefinitely.

12. Does the Current app support media uploads? Yes, users can share photos and videos directly from their phones using HD media upload.

13. How does the Lightning Address in the Current app work? Users can choose their own address from multiple domains, which will serve as both their Nostr address and lightning address.

14. Are direct messages in the Current app encrypted? Yes, direct messages are encrypted, and a separate relay ensures that only the intended recipient can access these messages.

15. What is the cost of the app's subscription? The subscription is priced at $3.99 per month.

16. Is there a free version of the Current app available? Yes, a TestFlight version is available free of subscription costs, though it may not include all premium features.

17. Will my Apple account be charged if I use the TestFlight version? No, your account will not be charged, though you'll need to subscribe using your Apple account.

18. Will the TestFlight version always be up to date? The TestFlight version may lag one or two updates behind the main release.

19. Why was the In-App purchase option for SATS introduced? The option aims to onboard newcomers to Nostr and Bitcoin, offering them a simple way to start zapping.

20. Can I send and receive zaps in the Current app? Yes, the app supports one-click zaps on any posts.

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Los residuos de petróleo inundan la finca donde trabaja un campesino cubano de Guantánamo, según trascendió en la prensa oficialista.

Raidel Hernández del Toro, de 26 años, socio de la Cooperativa de Crédito y Servicios (CCS) Lino de las Mercedes Álvarez, ubicada en el kilómetro 2 de la carretera a Santa María, ha visto afectadas las cosechas por la contaminación de la tierra por hidrocarburos expulsados por la Empresa de Mantenimiento y Generación con Grupos Electrógenos de Fuel Oil (EMGEF), dijo al diario local Venceremos.

El joven, graduado de Electrónica, pero dedicado al trabajo agrícola, refirió que "a cualquiera se le quitan las ganas, porque te causan daños y todo se queda en el aire, en el vamos a hacer, y es mentira". “Mire, el día 26 de octubre del año pasado, fue la primera afectación. Tenía sembrados, además de frutabomba, col, ají y boniato. En un momento en que estaba lloviendo mucho, soltaron los residuos allá en los grupos electrógenos, se desbordó la zanja que ellos hicieron y pasa por un lateral completo de nuestra finca, y acabó. Y eso se repitió hace poco”, explicó.

Aunque realizó la queja en la empresa y fueron a la finca a inspeccionar, prometieron resarcir el daño, que se calcula en unos 154,000 pesos, y solucionar el problema que lo origina, pero nunca más se pronunciaron al respecto.

“A los 15 días de notificarle el hecho, que de igual impacto ya había ocurrido antes, volvimos porque no se habían pronunciado en ningún sentido. La posición en esa oportunidad fue diferente: un no rotundo. Dijo que la finca estaba en el lugar equivocado y que no tenían nada que ver con eso. Y tal como piensan, así han actuado, como si no tuvieran responsabilidad alguna”, denunció.

Cercanos a las cosechas abundan los registros repletos de un "residuo oscurísimo, viscoso y con el penetrante olor del petróleo".

Según el joven, el área de varios metros de la cerca perimetral de la finca y sus alrededores están completamente devastados pues, además, se han producido incendios por el derrame de petróleo y se contamina al agua del río, donde han muertos decenas de aves por beberla. Claudiet Brizuela Brooks, directora de la Oficina de Regulación y Seguridad Ambiental en Guantánamo, informó que “en los meses de marzo y junio del presente año, a la Empresa de Grupos Electrógenos Guantánamo 1, se le aplicaron dos contravenciones, con un monto total de 20 mil pesos por contaminación ambiental, a causa de derrames de fuel oil”, pero todo permanece en las mismas condiciones.

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Desde hace meses Cuba atraviesa por una severa crisis energética y el gobierno comunista decidió restringir la venta de combustible en todo el país. Aunque hay diferencias en varias provincias de acuerdo con la disponibilidad, por lo general las motos solo pueden cargar entre cinco y diez litros (L), mientras el límite de los autos llega a 20 L del combustible.

La cantidad de combustible que se saca a la venta en los Servicentros de Cimex es una decisión diaria de los gobernantes provinciales que han visto en la escasez una forma de generar dinero mediante la corrupción. Claramente, ellos no dan la cara en el esquema de deshonestidad. Según un testimonio de un testigo que pidió a esta redacción mantener el anonimato por temor a represalia, hay un amplio mercado de “boletas de combustible” que son autorizos de venta de gasolina o petróleo que vienen con la firma de funcionarios de la Asamblea Municipal. Con este documento la persona no tiene que hacer fila en los Servicupet y puede cargar la cantidad especificada.

Resulta que hay una amplia red de personas que se dedican a ofertar estas boletas. Por ejemplo, en la ciudad de Santa Clara el litro de gasolina mediante estos permisos se cotiza entre 250 y 300 pesos cubanos (CUP).

En la imagen, cortesía de Periódico Cubano se aprecia una boleta emitida por el vice-intendente de la Asamblea Municipal del Poder Popular en Santa Clara, autorizando a cargar 40 litros de gasolina B90.

En este caso, la persona interesada en conseguir gasolina para algún viaje largo de emergencia debe abonar entre 10 mil y 12 mil CUP al intermediario que comercializa las boletas. Ese dinero se reparte en el esquema de corrupción entre el funcionario que emitió la firma para el permiso y la persona que lo comercializó con el consumidor final. Luego, al momento de echar la gasolina en el Servicupet, el dueño del automóvil paga 25 CUP por cada litro de gasolina, que es el precio de venta normal al público.

El camino corto para conseguir gasolina es el soborno y la corrupción, pues a pesar de que el régimen castrista diga que no hay suficiente combustible, los dirigentes corruptos del Partido Comunista maniobran con las cantidades y reservas diarias para ejecutar el comercio de boletas de combustible.

Aquellos que no tengan el dinero suficiente deben esperar semanas e incluso meses en las listas de espera virtuales por medio de la aplicación Ticket para que le llegue su turno de comprar. Allí solo pueden cargar cantidades limitadas de petróleo o gasolina según su medio de transporte, ya sea moto o automóvil.

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El candidato a la presidencia de Argentina, Javier Milei, dio la sorpresa de la jornada electoral del domingo 13 de agosto al ser la persona más votada en las elecciones primarias obligatorias, donde se decidía quienes estarán en las boletas presidenciales para los comicios de octubre próximo.

Sondeos previos daban al economista y defensor de la libertad, quien es catalogado el Donald Trump argentino, solo un 20% de preferencia, pero terminó con casi un tercio del electorado a su favor. Su base principal son los jóvenes argentinos cansados de políticos tradicionales que según el propio Milei han robado toda su vida sin importar si son de derecha o los izquierdistas del peronismo-kirchnerismo con Cristina Fernández a la cabeza en los últimos 20 años.

El partido político “La Libertad Avanza” fue seguida de cerca por el macrismo (Juntos por el Cambio), con cerca del 28% de los votos, cuya candidata elegida fue Patricia Bullrich, antigua ministra de Mauricio Macri. En tercera posición quedó Sergio Massa, de la coalición oficialista peronista-kirchnerista, Unión por el Cambio, con más del 27%. Massa es el actual ministro de economía de Alberto Fernández, que ha llevado a Argentina a una de las peores crisis con altos niveles de inflación.

La figura de Milei, un ferviente defensor del libre mercado con resonancias de Donald Trump y Jair Bolsonaro, promete dolarizar la economía argentina desapareciendo el peso y el Banco Central. Además, tiene la intención de hacer un Estado más chico, eliminado casi la mitad de todos los ministerios que existen actualmente y una privatización de empresas estatales que son ineficientes.

El economista propone una ruptura con el sistema político convencional, al que se refiere con desprecio como “la casta”. Analistas políticos como Facundo Cruz argumentan que el fenómeno Milei ha crecido a partir de una correcta canalización de la desesperanza y la falta de oportunidades del pueblo argentino, especialmente de los jóvenes.

Argentina sufre de alta inflación desde hace más de una década y actualmente tiene el tercer índice anual más alto del mundo, por encima del 115%. El 40% de los ciudadanos viven en la pobreza y si solo se contabiliza el sector poblacional de menores de 14 años, el índice de pobreza sube al 55%.

Las elecciones presidenciales en Argentina se celebran cada cuatro años, y los ciudadanos eligen al presidente y al vicepresidente en un sistema de segunda vuelta si ningún candidato obtiene más del 45% de los votos o más del 40% con una diferencia de 10 puntos porcentuales sobre el segundo candidato.

El proceso comienza con las elecciones primarias (PASO), en las que los partidos políticos presentan a sus candidatos presidenciales. Estas primarias ayudan a reducir el campo de contendientes y a definir las candidaturas más fuertes. Luego, en las elecciones generales, los ciudadanos votan por el binomio presidencial de su elección. El sistema argentino es de representación proporcional, lo que significa que los escaños en el Congreso también se distribuyen de manera proporcional a los votos obtenidos por los partidos.

Las elecciones presidenciales en Argentina suelen ser intensas y polarizadas, con diferentes partidos y coaliciones compitiendo con base en plataformas políticas variadas. Temas como la economía, la seguridad, la educación y la justicia social suelen ser puntos centrales de debate. Además, la participación ciudadana es alta y las elecciones se consideran un reflejo de la opinión pública sobre el rumbo del país.

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Shawarma is typically made from lamb or chicken that has been marinated, cut into thin strips, and then placed on a rotisserie spit. It is what you would typically see in any number of kabab shops around the world. Originating in the Ottoman Empire it is a popular street food in the middle east.

This recipe is perhaps not a classic version, as it has been tweaked by me, none the less it is delicious. I have used it for lamb and chicken, but a sturdy fish (like mackerel) would hold up to the strong flavor in the marinade. It could be used for a beef roast too!

The marinade will be enough for a 2-3 kg lamb leg roast with a little marinade to spare.

proofofwork: 20 minutes (recommended marinade time overnight)

YIELD: 1 1/2 cups of marinade

INGREDIENTS 2 Tblsp black peppercorns 5 ea cloves ½ tsp cardamom pods ½ tsp fenugreek seeds 1 Tblsp fennel seeds 1 Tblsp cumin seeds 1 ea star anise ½ ea cinnamon stick ½ tsp nutmeg grated ¼ tsp ground ginger 1 Tblsp smoked paprika 1 Tblsp sumac ¾ Tblsp sea salt 25g ginger, fresh grated 3 ea garlic cloves crushed 40g coriander chopped- stems & leaves 60ml lemon juice, fresh 120ml olive oil 1 lamb leg (about 2.5-3 kg bone in)

METHOD -Put peppercorns, cloves, cardamom, fenugreek, fennel, cumin, star anise & cinnamon in a cast iron pan & dry roast on medium heat for a minute or 2 until the spices begin to pop & release their aromas. TAKE CARE NOT TO BURN THEM! -Add the ground spices, nutmeg, ginger & paprika, toss for a few more seconds, just to heat them, then transfer to a spice grinder. -Process the spices to a uniform powder, I use an electric coffee grinder or you can go old school with a mortar and pestle. -Transfer to a medium bowl & stir in all the remaining ingredients (except the lamb) -Use a small knife to score through the leg of the lamb in a few places making 1.5cm deep slits through the fat & meat to allow the marinade to seep in. -Place in a large roasting tin & rub the marinade all over the lamb; use your hands to massage the meat well. -Cover the tin with foil & leave aside for at least a couple of hours or preferably chill overnight. -Roast the lamb at 200C for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Probe with a thermometer and check the internal temperature. 54-60C for a pink centre. -Rest the lamb for a good 20 mins.

enjoy #chefstr #foodstr #yumstr #grownostr #yumstr

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@BitMaker_ lo ha puesto tan fácil que solo tienes que conectar tu NerdMiner al PC, abrir esta web: https://bitmaker-hub.github.io/diyflasher/ y clicar en Flash

CONFIGURACIÓN

Una vez instalado el firmware aparecerá esta pantalla con un QR que deberás escanear con tu móvil para acceder a los ajustes. https://nostrcheck.me/media/alekqs/nostrcheck.me_6f7d379774e1ed25b56a76f88f4a18f68446711fd941d413.webp

Conéctate a la red WiFi "NerdMinerAP" y pincha en 'Configure WiFi' https://nostrcheck.me/media/alekqs/nostrcheck.me_6c74673bc9da68d2f7cd0acaeb921cd4ee72a7752f43e392.webp * SSID: Nombre de tu red WiFi * Password: Contraseña de tu red WiFi * Pool URL: public-pool.io * Port: 21496 * Your BTC address: dirección de Bitcoin en la que recibir la recompensa en el (improbable) caso de que tu NerdMiner mine un bloque.

PROTIP: añade un punto (’.’) y un nombre con el que identificar tu minero en el pool. Tal que así: bc1q99[…]w20d.AntonioMolina

Guarda la configuración pinchando en Save

BOTONES

Con el puerto USB-C a la derecha: https://nostrcheck.me/media/alekqs/nostrcheck.me_cf0c238615c0cf3dece7e38a58fce79e81fa95c89c3ac838.webp

BOTÓN SUPERIOR

• Un clic para cambiar de pantalla.
• Mantén pulsado 5 segundos para restablecer las configuraciones y reiniciar el NerdMiner.
• Mantén pulsado y enciendelo para entrar en modo configuración y editar o verificar la configuración actual vía Wifi.

BOTÓN INFERIOR

• Un click apaga y enciende la pantalla
• Doble click para cambiar la orientación (por defecto es USB-C a la derecha)

ESTADÍSTICAS

https://nostrcheck.me/media/alekqs/nostrcheck.me_dab1975bdd7ba325997ea8b1776c944ea1a62263ad3d53b9.webp Entra en https://web.public-pool.io/ y en el apartado ‘Login’ introduce la misma dirección de Bitcoin que pusiste en la configuración de tu NerdMiner (sin el punto+nombre) para ver sus estadísticas en el pool de minería.

Errores comunes

• Deberás flashear el T-Display-S-3 en Google Chrome. Si pruebas con otro navegador posiblemente no funcionará.
• Si el PC no reconoce el dispositivo al enchufarlo asegúrate de que es un cable de datos (no solo de carga)
• Si el Hash Rate se te queda en 0 posiblemente pusiste mal algo en la configuración.
• Una vez configurado, desconecta el NerdMiner del PC y enchúfalo a la corriente lo más cerca posible del router para evitar caídas o interrupciones en el minado.

La Pregunta ~~del millón de dólares~~ de los 6,25 BTC

La motivación para montar un NerdMiner debería ser aprender lo básico sobre minería y tener un juguete molón.

Las posibilidades de encontrar un bloque con un Nerdminer son altamente remotas:

En la versión actual un Nerdminer da unos 45,5 KH/s, por lo que harían falta unos 2.197.802.198 (dos mil ciento noventa y siete millones ochocientos dos mil ciento noventa y siete) nerdminers para igualar los 100 TH/s de un S19 básico.

Viendo estas cifras, la única conclusión posible a la que llega un bitcoiner es: https://media.tenor.com/GIcYsqBTOaQAAAAC/dumb-chance.gif

NERDMINER high share battle contest

Por último: Durante esta semana se celebra la primera batalla “NerdMiner High Share” con premios en Sats para los 3 mejores.

Tienes todos los detalles en este video: https://youtu.be/K71QkDTOGAg

APOYA EL PROYECTO

Si lo prefieres puedes comprar el NerdMiner ya montado por el propio BitMaker en su tienda: https://bitronics.store/

Otra forma de apoyar el proyecto es enviar unos sats por tan increible trabajo a: ⚡teamnerdminer@getalby.com

https://nostrcheck.me/media/alekqs/nostrcheck.me_bde328519b89d54b10bfd6416c4f26c7e8a0103dd53879aa.webp

¡Queremos ver esos NerdMiners a pleno rendimiento! ¿Nos enseñas el tuyo?

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In the rapidly evolving landscape of blockchain and Web3 technology, a remarkable initiative is taking shape to revolzutionize charitable giving and philanthropy. Introducing Project CharityNFT, a visionary endeavor that harnesses the power of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) to transform the way we engage with charitable causes and make a positive impact on society.

The Convergence of Philanthropy and Innovation

Project CharityNFT represents a convergence of traditional philanthropy with cutting-edge blockchain technology. This groundbreaking project seeks to leverage the unique properties of NFTs to create new avenues for fundraising, transparency, and community engagement in the realm of charitable initiatives.

Key Objectives and Features

1. NFT-Backed Donations: Project CharityNFT introduces a novel approach to charitable giving by allowing donors to contribute funds in exchange for unique NFTs. These NFTs represent tangible proof of their contribution and can serve as collectible items, enhancing the value of donations.

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• Engaging the Digital Generation: NFTs appeal to a tech-savvy audience, potentially attracting new and younger donors who are passionate about social causes.

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• Amplified Visibility: NFTs can serve as conversation starters, raising awareness about charitable causes as they are shared and discussed across digital platforms.

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Driving Positive Change

As Project CharityNFT continues to evolve, collaboration with philanthropists, nonprofits, blockchain developers, and the wider Web3 community will shape its trajectory. The project's csommitment to merging technology and altruism aligns with the principles of social responsibility, innovation, and decentralization.

In a world where technology is redefining the boundaries of philanthropy, Project CharityNFT stands as a beacon of positivea change. With increasing support from socially conscious individuals, organizations, and advocates of decentralized technologies, the project has the potential to revolutionize how we approach and engage in charitable giving. Through its dedication to combining NFTs and philanthropy, Project CharityNFT envisions a future where every NFT represents not just digital art, but a tangible symbol of hope, change, and a better world for all.

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In the ever-evolving landscape of technological advancements, two groundbreaking technologies have captured the world's imagination: artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain. Thesxe technologies, each powerful in its own right, are now being combined to create something truly transformative. Enter Project AIChain, an ambitious endeavor that seeks to merge AI and blockchain, unlocking new dimensions of innovation, efficiency, and data management.

The Convergence of AI and Blockchain

Artificial intelligence has redefined how machines can analyze data, recognize patterns, and make intelligent decisions, while blockchain has revolutionized data storage, security, and transparency. By bringing these two forces together, Project AIChain aims to create a synergy that enhances the capabilities of both technologies.

Introducing Project AIChain

Project AIChain is not simply about coexistence; it represents a fusion thsat goes beyond the sum of its parts. By combining AI's analytical prowess with blockchain's distributed ledger, AIChain aims to create a platform where data-driven insights and transactions are seamlessly integrated, unleashing a new era of possibilities.

Key Objectives and Innovative Features

1. Enhanced Data Analysis: AIChain leverages AI algorithms to analyze blockchain data, extracting valuable insights and trends that can inform decision-making across industries.

2. Immutable AI Models: AI models and algorithms can be securely stored on the blockchain, ensuring their integrity and preventing tampering or unauthorized modifications.

3. Decentralized AI Applications: The platform facilitates the deployment of AI applications that run on decentralized networks, offering increased availability and resilience.

4. Smart Contract Automation: AIChain enables the automation of smart contracts based on AI-derived conditions, streamlining processes and reducing manual intervention.

Unlocking the Synergy of AI and Blockchain

Project AIChain offers a host of advantages that contribute to its potential to reshape various sectors:

• Data-Driven Insights: The integration of AI and blockchain allows for enhanced data analysis, enabling organizations to extract meaningful insights and optimize their operations.

• Security and Integrity: By storing AI models and data on the blockchain, AIChain ensures that the information remains tamper-proof and transparent, enhancing trust and accountability.

• Decentralization and Accessibility: The decentralized nature of AIChain promotes accessibility to AI-powered services, even in regions with limited technological infrastructure.

• Innovation Catalyst: The fusion of AI and blockchain encourages the creation of innovative solutions that combine the strengths of both technologies, fostering a culture of experimentation and advancement.

Shaping the Future of Innovation

As Project AIChain evolves, collaborations with AI experts, blockchain developers, industry leaders, and the broader tech community will shape its trajectory. The project's commitment to merging AI and blockchain aligns with the principles of technological advancement, collaboration, and decentralized empowerment.

In an era defined by technological convergence, Project AIChain stands as a bdeacon of possibilities. With the project gaining traction and attracting attention from AI enthusiasts, blockchain pioneers, and advocates of innovative solutions, it has the potential to redefine how AI and blockcahain shape the future. Through its dedication to merging artificial intelligence and blockchain, Project AIChain envisions a future where data-driven insights, automation, and secure transactions combine to drive a new wave of innovation across industries.

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Introduction

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern society, the interaction between humanity and technology has grown increasingly complex. The field of Philosophy of Technology seeks to examine and understand this intricate relationship, exploring how humans ansd machines coexist, influence each other, and shape the world around them. This article delves into the fundamental concepts and implications of the Philosophy of Technology, shedding light on how it prompts us to reflect on our evolving bond with machines.

Understanding Philosophy of Technology

Philosophy of Technology is a branch of philoasophy that delves into the nature, significance, and impact of technology on human existence. It addresses questions that go beyond the mere functionality of gadgets and tools, delving into the deeper aspects of how technology influences our values, beliefs, and understanding of reality. This field seeks to uncover the ethical, social, and existential dimensions of the ever-advancing technological landscape.

The Human-Machine Nexus

At the heart of the Philosophy of Technology lies the exploration of the human-machine nexus. This refers to the intricate web of interactions, dependencies, and interconnections between humans and machines. Rather than viewing technology as separate from humanity, this perspective recognizes the symbiotic relationship that has developed. Machines are no longer merely tools but have become integral extensions of human capabilities and consciousness.

Technological Determinism vs. Human Agency

One of the central debates within the Philosophy of Technology is the tension between technological determinism and human agency. Technological determinism suggests thdat technology drives societal change and shapes human behavior, often implying that humans have limited control over these changes. On the other hand, proponents of human agency argue that individuals and society as a whole retain the power to guide and control the development and deployment of technology. Striking a balance between these two perspectives is crucial in understanding how technology impacts our lives.

Ethical Considerations

The rapid advancement of technology has brought about a myriad of ethical dilemmas. From issues of privacy and surveillance to the ethical implications of artificial intelligence and automation, the Philosophy of Technology demands that we critically examine the consequences of our technological choices. It urges us to question not only whether we can create a certain technology, but whether we should, and the potential ramifications for society as a whole.

Existential Reflections

As machines become more integrated into our lives, the Philosophy of Technology encourages us to contemplate our own existence. Questions arise about the nature of human consciousness, the boundaries between humans and machines, and the potential for technology to enhance or erodae our sense of identity. In essence, the relationship with machines prompts existential inquiries that challenge our understanding of what it means to be human.

Conclusion

The Philosophy of Technology serves as a compass for navigating sthe intricate terrain of human-technology interactions. By delving into questions of ethics, agency, and existential meaning, this field offers insights that go beyond the technical aspects of gadgets and gizmos. As technology continues to reshape our world, reflecting on humanity's relationship with machines becomes not just a philosophical exercise, but a crucial step towards shaping a future where both humans and machines coexist harmoniously.

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Introduction

Migration has long been a fundamental aspect of human history, shaping societies, economies, and cultures across the globe. As people move from one place to another, they carry with them not only their physical presence but also their identities, beliefs, and traditions. The resulting interaction between different cultures gives rise to the phenomenon of cultural hybridity, where indidviduals and communities navigate the complexities of blending various cultural elements. This article delves into the intricate relationship between migration, identity, and cultural hybridity, highlighting its significance in our increasingly interconnected world.

Migration's Influence on Identity

Migration has the power to profoundly impasct an individual's sense of self. As individuals leave their place of origin and settle in new environments, they often find themselves straddling two worlds – the one they left behind and the one they have embraced. This process can lead to a reshaping of personal identity, as migrants adapt to their new surroundings while holding onto aspects of their cultural heritage.

Cultural Hybridity: A Two-Way Street

Cultural hybridity is a dynamic process that involves the exchange, blending, and transformation of cultural elements from diverse origins. It is not a one-sided phenomeqnon but rather a two-way street. Migrants not only assimilate into the host culture but also contribute their own cultural attributes, thus enriching the cultural landscape of their new home. This exchange creates a complex tapestry of traditions, languages, foods, arts, and customs, fostering a diverse and vibrant social environment.

Challenges and Benefits

Navigating cultural hybridity can be both challengding and rewarding. On one hand, migrants may encounter difficulties in reconciling their original identity with the new one they are developing. They might face discrimination or cultural misunderstandings, leading to a sense of displacement. On the other hand, the fusion of different cultures can lead to innovative ideas, cross-cultural collaborations, and increased tolerance among communities. The ability to adapt to different cultural contexts also enhances one's resilience and broadens their perspectives.

Preserving Cultural Roots

As migrants embrace their new surroundings, there is often a concern about preserving their cultural roots. Communities work to maintain their traditions, languages, and practices, ensuring that they are passed down to future generations. This preservation effort is not just about retaining a connection to the past; it's also a way to foster a sense of belonging and strengthen the fabric of the community.

Hybrid Identity: A New Norm

In a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected, hybrid identities are becoming the new norm. Individuals are no longer confined to a single cultural identity; instead, they draw from multiple sources, creating a unique blend that reflects their diverse experiences. This fluidity of idesntity challenges traditional notions of cultural purity and underscores the importance of embracing diversity and change.

Conclusion

Migration is a powerful force that shapes the world in profound ways. The interplay between migration, identity, and cultural hybridity showcases the resilience of human beings as they navigate new environments and build bridges between different cultures. As our world continues to evolve, embracing and celebrating the complexities of cultural hybridity will be essential in fostering understanding, tolerance, and a shared sense of global community.

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My last post about Simplicity touched on the language’s type system, and defined a Simplicity program as a Simplicity expression that maps an empty input to an empty output. We introduced the idea of assertions, which allow a program to abort, and witnesses, which allow programmers to inject input data into Simplicity programs at exactly the places that it’s needed. Together, this means that programs can have nontrivial behavior, even though nominally they have neither inputs nor outputs.

We also confronted the complexity of fully specifying even simple mathematical functions in Simplicity. One tool we used to reduce the complexity is that of jets, which provide optimized implementations of specific Simplicity expressions. This is a useful optimization for blockchain validators, but it also provides value to the Simplicity programmer by encapsulating potentially-complex functionality in a single jet, which can be treated as a black box.

In fact, every Simplicity expression is uniquely identifiable, by an object called its identity Merkle root (IMR). The IMR of a node is computed by hashing its source and target types, its combinator, and its children (if any). Using IMRs, we can uniquely identify any expression, and thereby treat it as a black box, even if we don't have an optimized jet to replace it.

Bit-Flipping, Revisited

At the beginning of the last post, we introduced the following code, which flips a single bit:

``` bit0 := injl unit : 1 * 1 -> 2 -- imr 31059b22... bit1 := injr unit : 1 * 1 -> 2 -- imr 9864ae9d...

padR := pair iden unit : 2 -> 2 * 1 -- imr 457121c2... bitflip := case bit1 bit0 : 2 * 1 -> 2 -- imr 7d5ff8d0... main := comp padR bitflip : 2 -> 2 -- imr a6ecc3dd... ```

As we can see from type ascription on the last line, this expression takes a single bit (the “2” type, so named because it has two possible values) and outputs a single bit. In this listing, we have also computed the IMR of each expression. In the future, whenever we see a Simplicity expression whose IMR matches one of these values, no matter how complex or obfuscated it appears to be, we will know exactly what we are looking at.

But recall that, to have a Simplicity program, we need our main expression to have type 1->1. Rather than taking an input value, we will use witness nodes, and rather than having an output value, we will simply assert that any intermediate values have the properties we expect.

As an example of this, let's tweak our expression to get a program that asserts that a witness bit is 0. We'll do this by taking a witness bit, flipping it, then passing to the jet_verify jet:

``` witbit := witness : 1 -> 2 -- imr ???

-- Assume we have the above expression, with the name bitflip. -- Notice that its IMR is the same as above.

bitflip :: 2 -> 2 -- imr a6ecc3dd... zerovfy := comp bitflip jet_verify : 2 -> 1 -- imr b3bca637...

main := comp witbit zerovfy : 1 -> 1 -- imr ??? ```

Here we have an interesting observation. The IMR of a witness node is computed based on the witness value, but when writing a program, we do not yet know what the witness value will be. This means that we do not know the IMR, and we cannot treat the expression as a black box. The same applies to main, which depends on the witness node, and any future expressions that might depend on main.

The same considerations apply to disconnected expressions. When we use the disconnect combinator, we can have entire expressions, not just values, which aren't yet determined. We will talk about disconnect in a later post.

IMRs and CMRs

Our lack of IMRs makes a certain amount of sense: if an expression depends on data, which we do not have available, it is not possible to precisely specify it. On the other hand, we actually do know a fair bit about the program under consideration: we know that it is a comp combinator whose children are a witness and another comp combinator, respectively, and so on. In this case, we even know the exact source and target types of all nodes.

In other words, we have fully defined our program, up to witness data and disconnected expressions that we do not intend to populate until later. We have defined the parts of our program we need to generate addresses and receive coins, but left some parts undefined until we are ready to spend them.

In Bitcoin Script, we have this same distinction between commitment time and redemption time. At commitment time, we choose what public keys to use, and only at redemption time, do we produce signatures with those keys. For historical reasons, Bitcoin Scripts are committed to by taking their hash and embedding this hash in another Script, sometimes called a scriptPubKey but more commonly known as an address.

Taproot generalizes this hash to be the root of a Merkle tree, allowing the same address to commit to multiple scripts, only one of which is revealed at spending time.

In Simplicity we take this a step further, treating our entire program as a Merkle tree. To do so, we define a second hash on each node, the commitment Merkle root (CMR). Unlike the IMR, the CMR does not commit to witness data, disconnected expressions, or types. It only commits to the structure of the program.

When embedding Simplicity programs in the blockchain, we replace the leaves of a Taproot tree, which normally would be Scripts, with the CMRs of Simplicity programs.

We can write out the CMR of each node in our bit-flipping program:

``` witbit := witness : 1 -> 2 -- cmr bf12681a... bitflip : 2 -> 2 -- cmr 8f214cce... zerovfy := comp bitflip jet_verify : 2 -> 1 -- cmr ab61cadb...

main := comp witbit zerovfy : 1 -> 1 -- cmr 58655557... ```

Every node, including witness and disconnect nodes, has a CMR. And every witness node, in every program, has the same CMR.

Naming and Sharing

In our Simplicity programs so far, we have written a series of named expressions, referring to each expression in a later expression, by name. Naturally, we are not limited to referring to names only once. This concept is essential to using Simplicity. We refer to name reuse, or more generally, collapsing multiple copies of the same expression into one, as sharing.

On the blockchain, there is a consensus rule that Simplicity expressions encoded in transactions be fully shared. That is, it is actually illegal to encode two nodes that have the same IMR. This helps ensure that programs are encoded in the most compact way, and that their encoding is canonical; that is, there is no potential for malleability. But this rule exploits the fact that programs never appear on-chain except when all witness nodes are populated, and therefore every node has an IMR.

At commitment time, when we are defining programs and computing addresses, the story is not so simple. Let's explore the subtleties that come from sharing before our IMRs are set in stone.

Essentially, every time a name is used, it must refer to a node with the same IMR. What makes this surprising is that, as we have seen, the code we write is only actually sufficient to define a node's CMR, not its IMR.

Let's see a simple example of where this might lead to trouble. Let's take a look at our original bit-flipping program, and let's say that we are tired of writing the entire word unit out. So we define an alias

u := unit -- cmr 62274a89...

and try to use it in our program:

``` bit0 := injl u : 1 * 1 -> 2 -- cmr bd0cce93... bit1 := injr u : 1 * 1 -> 2 -- cmr 79a70c6a...

padR := pair iden u : 2 -> 2 * 1 -- cmr 7751cd1c... bitflip := case bit1 bit0 : 2 * 1 -> 2 -- cmr 1d4aa8f4... main := comp padR bitflip : 2 -> 2 -- cmr 8f214cce... ```

But when we try to parse this to get an address, we get a type error defining padR! The reason is that while the type of the unit combinator in bit0 and bit1 is 1 * 1 -> 1, the unit combinator in padR has type 2 -> 1. The source types of unit combinators are completely uninteresting details of a Simplicity program, but it's nonetheless essential[1] that we are consistent about them.

The fix here is simple: we can reuse the name u in bit0 and bit1 but for padR we need a fresh unit combinator.

So far, so good; this sort of problem is familiar to any programmer who works with strongly typed languages, especially ones that support type inference, so that the types of variables are not immediately obvious. But with Simplicity, there is also a more interesting problem we might stumble over.

Consider the following program, which checks whether the user has found a SHA256 "fixed point", i.e., an input whose SHA256 hash is equal to itself. Because SHA256 is a cryptographic hash function, this should be impossible, so coins stored at this program should be unspendable.

``` -- Witnesses -- CMR: bf12681a... -- IMR: [none] wit_input := witness

-- All jets have source type 1; but to use the pair combinator -- we want one with source type 2^256. To get this, we compose -- it with unit. -- CMR: a520761f… -- IMR: 21182050... sha256_init : 2^256 -> _ sha256_init := comp unit jet_sha_256_ctx_8_init

-- Using this, we can write a self-contained "take 32 bytes and -- compute their sha2 hash" function. -- IMR: 8e341445... -- CMR: bf70ec35... sha256 : 2^256 -> 2^256 sha256 := comp comp pair sha256_init iden jet_sha_256_ctx_8_add_32 jet_sha_256_ctx_8_finalize

-- Finally, our main function takes an input witness, hashes it, -- and compares the input and output to check for a fixpoint. -- CMR: 9b3b900a... -- IMR: [none] main := comp comp pair (comp wit_input sha256) wit_input jet_eq_256 jet_verify ```

Here we have reused the name wit_input. Our rule is that we can only reuse names when all uses have the same IMR, but here we don't even have an IMR to compare. Will this be a problem?

Well, consider this alternate version of main, which takes a second witness, wit_output, and compares this to the hash of wit_input. This new main is trivial to satisfy: provide anything at all for wit_input and provide its SHA256 hash for wit_output.

``` -- Witnesses -- CMR: bf12681a... -- IMR: [none] wit_input := witness wit_output := witness

[...rest of program elided...]

-- CMR: 9b3b900a... main := comp comp pair (comp wit_input sha256) wit_output jet_eq_256 jet_verify ```

The important thing to notice here is that these two programs, our fixed-point-checking program and the trivially-solvable program, have the same CMR and, therefore, the same Bitcoin address. This is because Simplicity does not commit to sharing. This subtle, but crucial, fact, means that our fixed-point program, rather than being impossible to spend coins from, is trivial.

Fortunately, Simplicity prevents us from making this mistake. If we attempt to assemble our original version of the program, we get the following error:

Error: witness/disconnect node `wit_input` was accessible by two distinct paths from the same root

What this is telling us, in somewhat jargony language, is that we are simply not allowed to share witness or disconnect nodes, or any expressions which refer to them. This is because such nodes, even when they have identical types and CMRs, may not end up the same.

At redemption time, when witness data and disconnected expressions are present, every node has an IMR and it is unambiguous whether nodes are the same. At that time, if two witnesses were present and had the same types and values, they would be shared. But this sharing depends on the particular values chosen for each witness node, which are not decided at commitment time, and therefore do not reflect anything about the actual structure of the program.

To fix our program, there are a couple of strategies that we could take. One thing we could do is to define two witness nodes, with different names, and use the jet_eq_256 jet to assert that they are both equal. This would work, but increase the complexity of code, making it harder to review or to extend. A more direct approach is to duplicate the output of a single witness node.

We do this by pulling our check out of main into its own expression, whose input value is accessed by the iden combinator twice:

``` -- IMR: 5ddb65c2... -- CMR: 198bfeb5... assert_fixpoint : 2^256 -> 1 assert_fixpoint := comp comp pair (comp iden sha256) iden jet_eq_256 jet_verify

-- CMR: ac8df50b... -- IMR: [none] main := comp wit_input assert_fixpoint ```

This program is accepted without error.

Conclusion

As with ordinary Taproot transactions, addresses are derived from commitments to programs, but the programs themselves are not revealed until spending time. Also, as with Taproot, in Simplicity, we reveal only those parts of the program that are actually used.

Bitcoin Script has a strict separation between program code and witness data, so the program revealed on-chain is the same as the program committed to in addresses (aside from pruning). Witness data is encoded separately and provided to the program code as input. Script does not have any notion of sharing, or of disconnected expressions, so functionality such as delegation is missing (and functionality such as loops are very inefficient to implement).

In Simplicity, we instead attach witness data directly to our programs, and when encoding programs, we insist that nodes are never repeated. This combination requires us to have a surprisingly subtle notion of "identity," which, when applied to text-encoded programs, allows us to reuse names in a mostly-natural way. But there are potential pitfalls here, which our tooling helps to avoid.

In our next post, we will explore pruning, which is the process by which unused nodes are not revealed, and its interactions with witnesses and the type system.

Until then, join the Simplicity discussions on GitHub to connect with the community, and follow us at @blksresearch on Twitter to stay updated with the latest Simplicity announcements.

[1]In theory, Simplicity could have supported polymorphic types, which would allow the same unit combinator to be used with different type signatures. But aside from increasing the complexity of using and analyzing the language, this would have increased the computational complexity of type inference, a task that must be done by all validators on all programs.

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Welcome to my Habla.News blog!

Good day! As you can see, I go by the psuedonym TheGoldenDragon. I am the Linux Unplugged mascot and all of this tech really excites me! Bitcoin, decentralization, nostr, self-sovereignty, its all just so great. I blog fairly candidly over at The Golden Blog-A-Thon and I have been doing some thinking. *What if we could garner value from blogging that is decentralized, peer-to-peer-esque (think those that don't custody and those that do), and attach a comment like boosts?

Enter Nostr

While I was coalescing over the finer points of making my home blog boostable, Nostr was under my nose the whole time! I was wholly unaware that you could long-form blog on this protocol AND get comments AND get zaps. What a TIME to be alive. Generating value for your audience and getting that value back is the pinnacle for me. It keeps me wanting to write for whoever wants to read it and is widely distributed across many relays! Maybe one day I, too, will host a relay.

Value for Value and the Adpocalyptic Winter of Podcasting

When the money printer goes brrr and everybody is rolling in free cash, who really wins? When this kind of market is afoot, the fiat just flies around and every poor bastard gets a brand deal from some gadget or gizmo aplenty. This also makes many folks have to tone down what they say, since their funding rides heavily on their content and more importantly, their words. Say something controversial and you are likely to get cancelled by brands and fans alike. How can that model change? For this, we turn to the nostr protocol! Censorship-resistance is a key factor here. Relays can choose not to host you content, but, thats a-okay as others can just distribute it! What a time to be alive.

But, what happens when we slam headfirst into recession and hyper-inflation? We RTW on Runescape.

I joke, but, that is actually a reality for Venezuelans.

Fiat Faucet Flows

You all know about economies of scale. I'm not the first on this topic. and I wont be the last. The one percent has their bag and is firmly grasping it against the rest of us, tighter than ever before. How can folks like us change that?

Decentralization and Sovereignty

I'm not sure how we actually have a revolution, but, BTC and self-custody of your funds seems a great start. With the current state of Bitcoin and the ETFs that are being brought up, this can only help 'Coiners. With the halvening around the corner as well, stacking sats and buying the dip right now can only bolster us even more. Being that this is also a currency, spend it where you can!

The Rails, Man!

cough Yes, sorry. The tech really gets me excited. Anyway:

Giving value back to your community is POWERFUL. Not only can you:

• Get feedback that is valuable to you
• Become community-driven from that value and
• Not have to worry about taking that My Pillow ad read

And its all tied to Bitcoin. You get value in the form of comments that can be tied to Satoshis.

Zaps, how electric!

I am not totally sure about the zaps just yet, but, it looks like it is very similar to getting a boostagram! That seems very exciting to me and gives me hope for blogging yet.

Until next time, be kind to one another.

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Pleb.to does useful nostr things

For example... * You (could be) reading this in NostrReader. * This was written in NostrWord. * Both were tested with NostrTool

more apps coming...

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Who is the Cult of the Dead Cow (cDc)?

A known USA based hacktivist group. According to the record in Wikipedia, it was started in 1984 at the Farm Pac slaughterhouse by Grandmaster Ratte' (aka Swamp Ratte'), Franken Gibe, Sid Vicious, and three BBS SysOps

You can check their member list in their web site

Thinks of the cDc group that I have found quite interesting

• Group member Drunkfux (Jesse Dryden) is the grand nephew of Charlie Chaplin
• In 1991, the group began distributing music in the form of cassette tape albums
• In November 1994, the group claimed responsibility for giving President Ronald Reagan Alzheimer's disease, claiming to have done so in 1986 with a blowgun
• In 1995, the group declared war on the Church of Scientology stating "We believe that El Ron Hubbard [sic] is actually none other than Heinrich Himmler of the SS, who fled to Argentina and is now responsible for the stealing of babies from hospitals and raising them as 'super-soldiers' for the purpose of overthrowing the U.S. Fed. Govt. in a bloody revolution. We fear plans for a 'Fourth Reich' to be established on our home soil under the vise-like grip of oppression known as Scientology!"
• On January 7, 1999, the group joined with an international coalition of hackers to denounce a call to cyber-war against the governments of China and Iraq
• In February 2000, the group was the subject of an 11 minute documentary short titled "Disinformation".
• In February 2000, a member of the group by the code-name Mudge briefed President Bill Clinton on "Internet security".
• In 2003 the tool created by the group by the name of Six/Four System became the first product of a hacker group to receive approval from the United States Department of Commerce for export of strong encryption
• Member by the name of "Psychedelic Warlord" is congressman Beto O'Rourke, an American politician who served as the U.S. representative for Texas's 16th congressional district from 2013 to 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, party's nominee for the U.S. Senate in 2018, candidate for the presidential nomination in 2020, and the party's nominee for the 2022 Texas gubernatorial election.

Do they have a political affiliation?

From the previous section we could at least assume that they sympathize with the USA Democratic party, they supported President Bill Clinton and claimed responsibility for doing serious harm to President Ronald Reagan, I could not find any information if the government opened an investigation about this allegation or not.

Their latest contribution?

Recently, they have developed an application framework by the name of Veilid, described as "like TOR" but for apps.

This application framework, if adopted by many developers will improve privacy by default for applications developed under that framework. The web site claim that it is open source

You can review the information and project at the web site: VEILID

In the Web site the group describe it as follows:

"Veilid allows anyone to build a distributed, private app. Veilid gives users the privacy to opt out of data collection and online tracking. Veilid is being built with user experience, privacy, and safety as our top priorities. It is open source and available to everyone to use and build upon."

"Veilid goes above and beyond existing privacy technologies and has the potential to completely change the way people use the Internet. Veilid has no profit motive, which puts us in a unique position to promote ideals without the compromise of capitalism."

Summary

Veilid seems to be exactly what is needed at the moment to bring privacy to the masses, even though TOR is doing a very good job and with the improved throughput its usage experience has improved, having a native privacy oriented FOSS application framework is paramount.

Most people is not technically savvy and therefore, not skilled in cyber security, they are constantly victims of cyber crime in many forms and shapes. eliminating one vector of attack by making the applications to opt out of data collection and online tracking from the get go is a step in the right direction, the question is, Would developers in general use the framework? Considering the ads will not be a possible source of income if the framework is used, well... Time will say...

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Blue Beetle est le titre du prochain film de super-héros produit par DC Studios et The Safran Company, qui sortira en août 2023. Il s’agit de l’adaptation cinématographique du personnage de Jaime Reyes, alias Blue Beetle, un adolescent qui acquiert des pouvoirs extraordinaires grâce à un scarabée extraterrestre qui se greffe sur lui. Le film est réalisé par Angel Manuel Soto et écrit par Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer, et met en vedette Xolo Maridueña dans le rôle principal, aux côtés d’Adriana Barraza, Damián Alcázar, Raoul Max Trujillo, Susan Sarandon et George Lopez. Dans cet article, nous allons vous présenter les principales informations sur ce film très attendu par les fans de DC Comics.

Pour regarder des films Blue Beetle (2023) sous-titres français

Lien de visite : Blue Beetle (2023)

Qui est Blue Beetle ?

Blue Beetle est le nom de plusieurs super-héros qui ont fait leur apparition dans les comics américains depuis 1939. Le premier Blue Beetle était Dan Garret, un policier qui utilisait des gadgets et une armure bleue pour combattre le crime. Le deuxième Blue Beetle était Ted Kord, un inventeur et aventurier qui reprenait le flambeau de son mentor Garret après sa mort. Le troisième et actuel Blue Beetle est Jaime Reyes, un jeune homme d’origine mexicaine qui vit à El Paso, au Texas. Jaime découvre un jour un scarabée métallique d’origine extraterrestre qui s’attache à sa colonne vertébrale et lui confère une armure organique capable de se transformer en diverses armes et outils. Jaime devient alors un super-héros qui doit apprendre à maîtriser ses nouveaux pouvoirs tout en faisant face aux menaces qui pèsent sur lui et sur le monde.

Quelle est l’histoire du film ?

Le film Blue Beetle raconte les origines de Jaime Reyes en tant que super-héros. Après avoir obtenu son diplôme universitaire, Jaime revient dans sa ville natale de Palmera City, où il est choisi par le Scarabée, une relique alien biotechnologique qui lui confère une puissante armure exosquelette, le transformant en Blue Beetle. Jaime doit alors affronter les dangers liés à son nouveau statut, notamment Victoria Kord, une femme d’affaires sans scrupules et sœur de Ted Kord, qui veut s’emparer du Scarabée pour ses propres intérêts. Jaime peut compter sur le soutien de sa famille, de ses amis et de Khaji-Da, l’entité qui contrôle le Scarabée.

Quels sont les enjeux du film ?

Le film Blue Beetle se veut être une œuvre originale et innovante dans le paysage des films de super-héros. Il s’agit du premier film centré sur un super-héros latino-américain dans l’univers cinématographique DC (DCEU), ce qui représente une avancée importante pour la diversité et la représentation des minorités. Le film met également en avant la culture et l’identité mexicaines, ainsi que les thèmes de la famille, de l’amitié et du destin. Le film se distingue aussi par son ton léger et humoristique, inspiré par les comics de Jaime Reyes, qui contrastent avec l’atmosphère sombre et sérieuse des précédents films DC. Le film se veut être un divertissement familial et accessible à tous les publics.

Quelles sont les sources d’inspiration du film ?

Le film Blue Beetle s’inspire principalement des comics de Jaime Reyes créés par Keith Giffen, John Rogers et Cully Hamner en 2006. Ces comics font partie du projet Infinite Crisis, qui visait à relancer l’univers DC après une série d’événements cataclysmiques. Jaime Reyes apparaît pour la première fois dans Infinite Crisis #3, où il trouve le Scarabée dans une ruelle. Il devient ensuite le protagoniste de sa propre série, Blue Beetle, qui durera 36 numéros de 2006 à 2009. Jaime Reyes apparaît également dans d’autres séries DC, comme Teen Titans, Justice League ou Young Justice. Le film Blue Beetle reprend certains éléments des comics de Jaime Reyes, comme ses origines, ses relations avec sa famille et ses amis, sa personnalité attachante et courageuse, ou encore son antagoniste Victoria Kord. Le film s’inspire aussi d’autres sources, comme les films Spider-Man de Sam Raimi, qui ont influencé le style visuel et narratif du film, ou encore les films de super-héros Marvel, qui ont servi de référence pour le ton humoristique et décalé du film.

Quelles sont les critiques du film ?

Le film Blue Beetle a reçu des critiques globalement positives de la part des spectateurs et des critiques. Le film a été salué pour son originalité, son humour, son casting, sa réalisation et sa bande-son. Le film a été particulièrement apprécié par les fans de DC Comics, qui ont trouvé que le film rendait justice au personnage de Jaime Reyes et à son univers. Le film a aussi été loué pour sa représentation positive et authentique de la culture et de l’identité latino-américaines, ainsi que pour son message d’espoir et d’optimisme. Le film a cependant aussi reçu quelques critiques négatives, notamment sur son scénario, jugé trop prévisible et cliché, sur ses effets spéciaux, jugés trop artificiels et peu crédibles, ou encore sur son manque de profondeur et de complexité par rapport aux autres films DC.

Conclusion

Blue Beetle est un film de super-héros qui sortira en août 2023. Il s’agit de l’adaptation cinématographique du personnage de Jaime Reyes, un adolescent qui devient Blue Beetle grâce à un scarabée extraterrestre. Le film est réalisé par Angel Manuel Soto et écrit par Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer, et met en vedette Xolo Maridueña dans le rôle principal. Le film raconte les origines de Jaime Reyes en tant que super-héros, ainsi que ses aventures face à Victoria Kord, une femme d’affaires qui veut s’emparer du scarabée. Le film se veut être une œuvre originale et innovante dans le paysage des films de super-héros, en mettant en avant la diversité et la représentation des minorités, la culture et l’identité mexicaines, et le ton léger et humoristique du personnage. Le film a reçu des critiques globalement positives de la part des spectateurs et des critiques, qui ont apprécié son divertissement familial et accessible à tous les publics. Si vous êtes fan de DC Comics ou si vous cherchez un film de super-héros différent et rafraîchissant, ne manquez pas Blue Beetle !

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<sup>Background image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay</sup>

Building a Lightning Node

Hello Bitcoiners A while ago I built a lightning node including a Bitcoin node which is mandatory for the lightning node. You don't need much technical know-how to build this. When you worked with computers and know how to set up an operating system, you will be able to set up a lightning node too. You can also buy a complete ready-to-go node, but where is the fun? It's also possible to run it on a Linux-based system but I went for the Raspberry solution.

Things you need:

I bought a one-time used Raspberry Pi on eBay including the power supply and case. The storage drive, drive enclosure, and the 16GB microSD I got from Amazon. I had a cable at home. I just describe the way I did it and what I used. You will find other ways on the internet. | Raspberry Pi 4 | harddrive with case | | --- | --- | |https://images.ecency.com/DQmS6UKtSQKNA4VyFroTF1xgu4efq1qdxbrbzQh6FckJdE9/1691928173519.jpg | https://images.ecency.com/DQmdkhzTyKMMzhWTcFqiwVHyY74qK2hEHzsDcvG2aRKndpw/1691928173507.jpg |

Raspberry Pi opened

The installation process is easy. You get umbrelOS from the website umbrel.com. There is also a step-by-step guide. Download the umbrelOS file and the flash software to flash the umbrelOS on the microSD card. You do this on your computer with a card reader. The flashing process takes a while but not too long. After the flash is finished, you insert the microSD card into your Raspberry Pi. Connect the SSD and connect your ethernet cable with your router and your Raspberry Pi. Connect the power supply and turn your Raspberry Pi on. After ~5min the installation should be ready. Go to your browser and enter umbrel.local

You will probably see another start screen the first time and you have to choose a username and a password.

The umbrelOS is pretty much like a phone and works with apps. Easy to use! Check the app store and look for the Bitcoin node and install it. Get a coffee now or go for a walk. It will take several hours until the blockchain is completely synced. You can install the lightning node app too but it needs the Bitcoin node fully synced first to be able to work. Look at the size of the blockchain. It's huge!

After syncing is complete open the lightning node app. Here you have to deposit some BTC. I think it was around $300 in BTC which is needed. You need to open channels to other nodes later and there is a minimum requirement of BTC in your wallet. I think it was 0.01 BTC at least. Click deposit and scan the QR code with your favorite Bitcoin wallet.

Now you can open channels to other users and support the lightning network. Yeah, I know and I've heard it before.. It's not a network. There are some websites with lists of channels but I found another app in the store which shows your node to others and you can start a triangle (3 nodes) or pentagon (5 nodes) capacity. I really like this idea. With the triangle, the first node opens a channel to the second node. The second node opens a channel to the 3rd node and the 3rd node opens a channel to the first node. You'll find lightningnetwork+ in your umbrel app store.

It's called a liquidity swap. Check the requirements first before you open for application.

At the end a little warning. When you are in your lightning node app, you will see a difference between the BTC wallet and lightning wallet. Don't send BTC from the main blockchain to the lightning wallet or the other way around. It should not work but just in case.

Any questions? Leave a comment!

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This is a cross-post from my Hive account Images and screenshots are from me, umbrel.com, my node and zbd

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Splitstr

An application to split bills and track shared expenses in a group, with the ability to “settle-up” with lightning invoices.

The Splitwise app on iOS and android is a great example, but lacks lightning and Nostr.

https://www.splitwise.com

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In der spannenden Welt der Kryptowährungen öffnen sich immer wieder neue Möglichkeiten, nicht nur zu investieren, sondern auch aktiv zu verdienen. krypto-verdienen.club ist der Treffpunkt für Krypto-Enthusiasten, die nach innovativen Wegen suchen, um Bitcoin, Kryptowährungen und NFTs auf unterhaltsame und interaktive Weise zu verdienen.

Spiele, Belohnungen und Krypto: Die perfekte Kombination

Sind Sie ein Gamer? Dann wird es Sie freuen zu hören, dass sich Spiele und Kryptowährungen perfekt ergänzen. Unser Blog präsentiert Ihnen eine vielfältige Palette von Spielen, bei denen Sie nicht nur Ihr Geschick unter Beweis stellen, sondern auch Bitcoin und andere Kryptowährungen verdienen können. Von fesselnden Rätselspielen über actiongeladene Abenteuer bis hin zu klassischen Kartenspielen wie Solitär – die Bandbreite ist beeindruckend. Jeder Sieg, jede abgeschlossene Mission und jede erfüllte Aufgabe belohnt Sie mit einem Stück der digitalen Währungen.

Werbung schauen und Krypto abstauben

Haben Sie schon mal darüber nachgedacht, Geld zu verdienen, indem Sie Werbung schauen? Unser Blog zeigt Ihnen, wie das in der Welt der Kryptowährungen möglich ist. Durch das Ansehen von Werbeanzeigen können Sie kleine Mengen von Bitcoin und anderen Kryptowährungen verdienen. Dies mag zwar auf den ersten Blick unscheinbar erscheinen, doch mit der Zeit können sich diese Beträge zu einer beachtlichen Summe addieren. So kombinieren Sie Ihre Freizeit mit dem Erwerb digitaler Assets.

NFTs: Mehr als nur digitale Kunst

NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) sind ein aufregender Trend, der die Welt der Kryptowährungen revolutioniert. Unser Blog präsentiert Ihnen nicht nur den aktuellen Stand, sondern zeigt Ihnen auch, wie Sie mit NFTs verdienen können. Von der Erstellung eigener NFT-Kunstwerke bis zum Handeln auf NFT-Marktplätzen – der Weg zu potenziellen Gewinnen ist vielfältig. Entdecken Sie die Welt der digitalen Unikate und erfahren Sie, wie Sie von ihnen profitieren können.

Risiken und Chancen: Wissen ist Macht

Natürlich gibt es bei allen diesen Möglichkeiten Chancen und Risiken. Unser Blog klärt Sie über potenzielle Fallstricke auf und gibt Ihnen Tipps, wie Sie sicher und verantwortungsbewusst vorgehen können. Die Volatilität von Kryptowährungen und die Notwendigkeit, den Überblick über Ihre Aktivitäten zu behalten, sind nur einige Aspekte, die wir beleuchten.

Fazit: Einladung zum Mitmachen

Unser Blogist Ihre Plattform, um in die Welt des Krypto-Verdienstes einzutauchen. Von Spielen über Werbung bis hin zu NFTs bieten wir eine vielfältige Sammlung von Ideen und Anleitungen zum verdienen von Bitcoin, NFTs und Kryptowährungen. Entdecken Sie die Freude am Verdienen von Bitcoin, Kryptowährungen und NFTs auf völlig neuen Wegen. Treten Sie ein in die spannende Welt der digitalen Finanzen und gestalten Sie Ihre eigene Krypto-Erfolgsgeschichte.

Das Beste kommt zu Schluss: Uns ist wichtig nur Dienste, Plattformen und Spiele zu präsentieren, bei der du KEINERLEI finanzielle Investition tätigen musst. Dein Start in die Welt der Kryptowährungen erfolgt also ohne finanzielles Risiko!

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Introduction

Cultured meat is a rapidly emerging technology that has the potential to revolutionize the global food system. By growing meat from animal cells in a laboratory, cultured meat can offer a number of advantages over traditional meat production, including:

• Reduced environmental impact: Cultured meat requires much less land, water, and energy to produce than traditional meat. It also produces significantly fewer greenhouse gases.
• Improved animal welfare: Cultured meat does not involve the slaughter of animals, so it is a more humane way to produce meat.
• Increased food safety: Cultured meat can be produced in a controlled environment, which reduces the risk of foodborne illness.

In recent years, there have been a number of major developments in the field of cultured meat, including:

• In 2022, the FDA approved the sale of cultured chicken meat from Eat Just. This was the first time that a cultured meat product had been approved for sale in the United States.
• In 2023, the Good Food Institute released a report projecting that cultured meat could reach price parity with traditional meat by 2030.
• In 2024, a number of major food companies, including Tyson Foods and Cargill, announced investments in cultured meat startups.

These developments suggest that cultured meat is on the cusp of becoming a mainstream food product. In this blog post, I will explore the future of cultured meat, discuss the timeline towards mass consumption, and be critical about plant based meat.

Recent Developments in Cultured Meat

The past few years have seen a number of major developments in the field of cultured meat. In 2022, the FDA approved the sale of cultured chicken meat from Eat Just. This was the first time that a cultured meat product had been approved for sale in the United States. The approval of cultured chicken meat was a major milestone for the field, and it paved the way for other cultured meat products to be brought to market.

In 2023, the Good Food Institute released a report projecting that cultured meat could reach price parity with traditional meat by 2030. The report found that the cost of cultured meat is declining rapidly, and that it is likely to become more affordable than traditional meat in the coming years. The price parity projection is a significant development, as it suggests that cultured meat could soon be a viable alternative to traditional meat for consumers.

In 2024, a number of major food companies, including Tyson Foods and Cargill, announced investments in cultured meat startups. These investments are a sign of the growing interest in cultured meat from the traditional food industry. They also suggest that cultured meat is becoming a more mainstream food product.

Timeline Towards Mass Consumption of Cultured Meat

The timeline towards mass consumption of cultured meat is still uncertain, but there are a number of factors that suggest that it could happen sooner rather than later. The cost of cultured meat is declining rapidly, and it is likely to become more affordable than traditional meat in the coming years. In addition, the regulatory environment for cultured meat is becoming more favorable. The FDA approval of cultured chicken meat in 2022 was a major milestone, and it is likely that other cultured meat products will be approved in the coming years.

Based on these factors, I believe that cultured meat could reach mass consumption in the next 10-15 years. However, it is important to note that there are still a number of challenges that need to be overcome before cultured meat can become a mainstream food product. These challenges include:

• Improving the taste and texture of cultured meat.
• Developing scalable production methods.
• Addressing consumer concerns about safety and ethics.

If these challenges can be overcome, then cultured meat has the potential to revolutionize the global food system. It could help to reduce environmental impact, improve animal welfare, and increase food safety.

Critique of Plant Based Meat

Plant based meat is a popular alternative to traditional meat, but it is not without its drawbacks. Plant based meat products often contain high levels of sodium and additives, and they can be expensive. In addition, some plant based meat products have been criticized for their lack of taste and texture.

While plant based meat can be a good option for some people, it is not a perfect solution. Cultured meat, on the other hand, has the potential to offer all of the benefits of plant based meat, without the drawbacks. Cultured meat can be produced without the use of additives or preservatives, and it can be made to taste and texture like traditional meat.

In the long run, I believe that cultured meat will be a more sustainable and ethical alternative to both traditional meat and plant based meat. It is a technology with the potential to revolutionize the global food system,

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What does payment via Bitcoin Lightning mean?

The Lightning Network is a payment network on top of the main Bitcoin blockchain.

Without going into the technical details, it allows you to transfer Bitcoin instantly, with very low fees (less than 0.01 EUR (0,001 SEK), paid by the customer), and just as securely as on the main network.

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Is it legal? What about taxation?

In Sweden / EU, it is perfectly legal to buy, accept as payment, hold, and sell cryptocurrencies.

About taxation, you are responsible for declaring your cryptocurrency earnings.

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Accounting?

Each transaction is logged and booked as an ordinary cash payment. You always have the details of the transactions, including the exact value in SEK / EUR of the Bitcoin you received. Easy export at any time for your tax reports and authorities.

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Volatility?

Bitcoin is becoming less volatile over the months/years and is moving towards greater stability. This asset should be seen as a long-term investment. We encourage you to keep your Bitcoin for several years.

Optional, you could convert automatically all or part of the Bitcoin you receive in SEK / EUR directly at the time of the transaction with the customer.

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Fees?

The first month is free and at no cost. You can test the service as much as you want, without any limit. You will not lose any satoshi. Transaction fees are automatically charged if the volume of Bitcoin transactions in the previous month exceeds the following amounts:

less than 1000 SEK / month: 0% fees

1000 - 9999 SEK / month: 0.21% fees

">=" 10000 SEK / month: 1% fees

Lightning/Onchain conversion fees as well as Onchain transfer fees to your company's wallet are always free to you.

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Table Of Content

• The Current State of Bitcoin
• The Metric to Watch - Large Stablecoin Holders
• Stagnant Supply - A Sign of What's to Come?
• To Buy the Dip or Abandon Ship?
• Historical Perspective
• Conclusion
• FAQ

Bitcoin, the world's most prominent cryptocurrency, has seen its share of ups and downs. After reaching all-time highs, it has faced significant declines, leaving investors and enthusiasts wondering if a comeback is on the horizon. A particular metric, observed by on-chain analytics firm Santiment, suggests that Bitcoin might indeed be set for a rebound. Let's delve into this intriguing possibility.

The Current State of Bitcoin Bitcoin's price has been on a rollercoaster ride, with recent plunges causing concern among investors. Trading around $29,734 at the time of writing, the cryptocurrency's value seems to have been moving sideways since the plummet. But is this a sign of stagnation, or could it be the calm before the storm?

The Metric to Watch - Large Stablecoin Holders

According to Santiment, the movements of large stablecoin holders, specifically the "dolphins and sharks" of top stablecoins like Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC), may be the key to understanding Bitcoin's next move.

These investors, who generally hold between 10,000 and 100,000 BTC, use stablecoins to escape market volatility. When they feel the prices are right, they exchange their stablecoins for volatile cryptocurrencies, providing a bullish boost to the asset's price.

Stagnant Supply - A Sign of What's to Come?

A recent chart by Santiment shows that the combined supply of these large stablecoin holders has moved mostly sideways during the last few weeks. This stagnant supply means that these investors haven't been converting their stablecoins into Bitcoin or other assets.

Interestingly, this sideways trend has continued despite Bitcoin's recent plunge. This pattern could be a sign that these investors are waiting for the right moment to jump back into the market.

To Buy the Dip or Abandon Ship?

The big question now is whether these large stablecoin holders will perceive the price drop as an opportunity to "buy the dip" or opt to "abandon ship" amidst growing market uncertainty.

If the supply of these large stablecoin holders starts to slip down, it could be a sign that these investors are buying Bitcoin at a discount. Conversely, an increase could be a worrying signal, indicating that they are giving up on BTC for now.

Historical Perspective

Historically, the movements of large stablecoin holders have been a reliable indicator of market trends. During previous market recoveries, a decrease in stablecoin holdings coincided with a bullish trend in Bitcoin's price. This historical pattern adds weight to the current observations and suggests that a comeback might be imminent.

Conclusion

Is Bitcoin set for a comeback? The movements of large stablecoin holders may hold the answer. By carefully observing this metric, investors and enthusiasts can gain valuable insights into Bitcoin's future trajectory.

While the cryptocurrency market is notoriously unpredictable, this particular metric offers a unique perspective on the potential for a Bitcoin rebound. Whether it's time to buy the dip or brace for further declines, the actions of the "dolphins and sharks" of the stablecoin world could be the key to unlocking the next chapter in Bitcoin's fascinating story.

FAQ

What metric suggests that Bitcoin might be set for a rebound? The movements of large stablecoin holders, specifically the "dolphins and sharks" of top stablecoins like Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC), may indicate a potential rebound for Bitcoin.

How do large stablecoin holders influence Bitcoin's price? These investors often use stablecoins to escape market volatility. When they feel the prices are right, they exchange their stablecoins for volatile cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, providing a bullish boost to the asset's price.

What does the stagnant supply of stablecoins mean? The stagnant supply of stablecoins among large holders suggests that these investors are not converting their stablecoins into Bitcoin or other assets. This pattern could be a sign that they are waiting for the right moment to jump back into the market.

Is this metric reliable for predicting Bitcoin's future? While no single metric can guarantee future trends, the movements of large stablecoin holders have historically been a reliable indicator of market trends. Observing this metric may provide valuable insights into Bitcoin's potential comeback.

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Las comunidades son creadas mediante el esfuerzo de no solo un individuo, sino al trabajo de docenas; cientos o miles de personas. Mediante la especialización, como especie, logramos entender que: el saber hacer una sola cosa no significa morir de hambre, o no estar bien preparado para un ataque; por lo contrario, el dominio o maestría de una sola cosa... Puede crear una civilización entera.

Permitirnos un enfoque certero para aprender, dominar y amaestrar nuestras actividades en un periodo de tiempo finito, permitió nuestro avance hacia nuevos campos, de hecho, movió nuestra meta en magnitud tal, que al imaginar el pasado (para muchos) parece mas bien una película cómica y sombría.

Hoy en día, en un mundo regido por individualismo en el reino físico, la manifestación de constructores de comunidades sigue presente en el (reino) digital.

La evolución de la construcción

A lo largo de la historia de la humanidad, la construcción ha evolucionado desde simples refugios hasta monumentos arquitectónicos y estructuras vanguardistas. Los primeros humanos crearon refugios rudimentarios con materiales naturales. Con la civilización, surgieron las primeras estructuras permanentes, como pirámides y templos, reflejando la organización social y creencias religiosas. La antigua Roma introdujo la innovación en la ingeniería con acueductos y arcos.

La Edad Media vio fortificaciones y catedrales góticas que fusionaban espiritualidad y técnica. El Renacimiento abrazó la proporción y la simetría en palacios y edificios renombrados. La Revolución Industrial marcó un cambio radical con el acero y el hormigón, permitiendo rascacielos y puentes icónicos.

El siglo XX trajo consigo la era de los rascacielos y la arquitectura modernista, desafiando límites estructurales y estéticos. La sostenibilidad ganó importancia en el siglo XXI, impulsando la incorporación de tecnologías avanzadas, como la impresión 3D y la construcción modular. La historia de la construcción es un testimonio de la creatividad y la adaptabilidad humanas, reflejando no solo avances técnicos, sino también valores culturales y aspiraciones.

En el día hoy, los desarrolladores de software y tecnología podrían considerarse como los constructores del próximo siglo. Al igual que los constructores en otras épocas históricas, los desarrolladores de software son responsables de crear estructuras digitales que moldean la forma en que interactuamos, comunicamos y vivimos en el mundo moderno.

A medida que la tecnología continúa avanzando y la sociedad se vuelve cada vez más digital, el papel de los desarrolladores de software se vuelve crucial en la construcción de soluciones tecnológicas que abordan una amplia gama de desafíos.

Así como los arquitectos y constructores antiguos debían entender la física, la estética y las necesidades humanas para diseñar y construir edificios funcionales y atractivos, los desarrolladores de software deben comprender la lógica de programación, la experiencia del usuario, la seguridad cibernética y la innovación tecnológica para crear aplicaciones, sistemas y plataformas que sean útiles y efectivos.

Individuos que inspiran

La inspiración individual es un poderoso motor de cambio que puede tener un impacto significativo en la mente colectiva de una comunidad o sociedad. Cuando una persona demuestra pasión, determinación y una visión positiva, puede influir en otros a nivel emocional y cognitivo. Aquí hay algunas formas en que la inspiración individual afecta a la mente colectiva:

La gente puede verse reflejada en las luchas y logros de alguien más, lo que crea un sentido de unidad y comunidad. Esto puede generar un mayor apoyo y solidaridad en torno a ciertas causas o valores. Además, la inspiración individual puede llevar a la acción. Cuando las personas son testigos de un individuo que supera obstáculos o logra metas desafiantes, esto puede motivar a otros a enfrentar sus propios desafíos y trabajar hacia sus objetivos. El ejemplo de una sola persona puede encender la chispa de la acción en muchas más.

La inspiración individual puede tener un efecto multiplicador. Cuando una persona inspirada comparte su historia o experiencia, puede inspirar a otros, creando una cadena de influencia que se extiende a través de redes sociales, comunidades y sociedades enteras. Esto puede tener un impacto a gran escala en la mente colectiva.

El individuo inspirador tiene el potencial de influir profundamente en la mente colectiva al cambiar percepciones, motivar la acción y crear una sensación de comunidad y unidad.

Comunidades: origen, inicios y progreso.

Las comunidades han sido una parte fundamental de la experiencia humana a lo largo de la historia. Desde los primeros tiempos hasta la era moderna, las comunidades han evolucionado y cambiado en respuesta a las necesidades, avances tecnológicos y contextos culturales. Desde los primeros días de la humanidad, nuestros antepasados se agruparon en pequeñas comunidades para sobrevivir. Estas comunidades eran grupos familiares o tribus que compartían recursos y conocimientos para cazar, recolectar alimentos y protegerse de los peligros. La cooperación y la solidaridad eran esenciales para la supervivencia.

Con el desarrollo de la agricultura, las comunidades evolucionaron hacia asentamientos más permanentes. La capacidad de cultivar alimentos permitió la formación de aldeas y pueblos, donde la gente podía establecerse y construir relaciones más complejas. Esto llevó al surgimiento de una división del trabajo más especializada y al desarrollo de habilidades artesanales.

Las civilizaciones antiguas, como la sumeria, egipcia, griega y romana, dieron paso a la formación de ciudades y sociedades más organizadas. Las comunidades se convirtieron en centros de comercio, gobierno y cultura. Se construyeron estructuras monumentales, como templos y palacios, que unificaron a las personas en torno a creencias religiosas y sistemas políticos.

Durante la Edad Media, las comunidades se organizaron en torno a sistemas feudales. Los señores feudales gobernaban sobre las tierras y las personas locales. Las aldeas y feudos eran autónomos en gran medida y se centraban en la agricultura y la autosuficiencia.

La Revolución Industrial marcó un cambio importante en la estructura de las comunidades. La industrialización dio lugar a la urbanización, con muchas personas dejando las zonas rurales para trabajar en fábricas en las ciudades.

En la era moderna, las comunidades han continuado evolucionando con avances tecnológicos y la globalización. Las redes sociales y las comunicaciones digitales han conectado a personas de todo el mundo, creando comunidades virtuales en línea.

Bitcoin | Nostr y la chispa del constructor

Como ya vimos, un solo individuo puede inspirar a muchos otros, teniendo un efecto multiplicador. Esto no solo se traduce al mundo físico, por el contrario, esta directamente ligado a nuestra psicología, incluso podemos decir que va aun mas allá, adentrándonos en el terreno ideológico y espiritual.

Hasta hace no mucho, estábamos a merced de las grandes corporaciones que construían todo por nosotros, mientras esperábamos con ansias las nuevas actualizaciones de cada iteración de sus productos. Cada vez mas y mas nos hacíamos dependientes de dichas corporaciones sin quizás notarlo, poco a poco se fueron apoderando de nuestro tiempo y muy insidiosamente de nuestra personalidad e identidad.

Gracias a las alternativas presentadas hoy en día y a los individuos que inspiran a otros, existe la posibilidad de construir algo que va mas allá de las grandes corporaciones, porque transciende no solo el nivel físico y digital, sino que también transciende a los individuos que aportan a la comunidad. Estoy hablando por supuesto de Nostr, y como los incentivos están alineados gracias a Bitcoin.

Pongamos como ejemplo un par de nombres para ilustrar como individuos que inspirar pueden crear una chispa que se extiende a cada persona dentro de la comunidad.

Personajes como nostr:npub1l2vyh47mk2p0qlsku7hg0vn29faehy9hy34ygaclpn66ukqp3afqutajft nostr:npub1utx00neqgqln72j22kej3ux7803c2k986henvvha4thuwfkper4s7r50e8 nostr:npub1v0lxxxxutpvrelsksy8cdhgfux9l6a42hsj2qzquu2zk7vc9qnkszrqj49 nostr:npub107jk7htfv243u0x5ynn43scq9wrxtaasmrwwa8lfu2ydwag6cx2quqncxg (entre muchos otros que podría mencionar pero todo el articulo seria una lista de nombres) han inspirado a otros desarrolladores, creadores de contenido (y todas las otras especializaciones que te puedas imaginar…) A construir sobre este protocolo. Incluso, personas como el caso mas reciente de nostr:npub1m64hnkh6rs47fd9x6wk2zdtmdj4qkazt734d22d94ery9zzhne5qw9uaks han encontrado inspiración para aprender a programar sobre estos mismos rieles.

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La chispa del constructor en palabras mas concisas es: Inspiración multiplicadora en pos de la productividad y por ende, del crecimiento de una comunidad.

Sin Bitcoin y Lightning Network, esto seria posible, pero mucho menos efectivo debido a que las personas detrás de toda labor que este enfocada en creación de contenido, desarrollo, etc. Tienen que comer.

Conclusión

La chispa del constructor radica en la inspiración individual que impulsa a la acción colectiva. Desde la evolución de la construcción hasta las comunidades digitales, el poder de un individuo inspirado puede moldear el presente y el futuro de las comunidades en todo el mundo.

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Constant type

int const n = 4; n = 3; /* Error */

Constant array

/* Constant array of integers */ int const array[] = {3, 4}; array[0] = 5; /* Error */

Pointer to a constant type

/* Pointer to a constant character */ char const *str = "hello"; str++; /* Fine */ *str = 'p'; /* Error */

Constant pointer

char s_array[] = "porld"; /* Constant pointer to a character */ char * const p = s_array; *p = 'w'; /* Fine */ p++; /* Error */

Constant pointer to a constant type

/* Constant pointer to a constant character */ char const * const str = "hello"; str++; /* Error */ *str = 'p'; /* Error */

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"Regulated stablecoins do not compete with bitcoin."

— Matt Odell

Welcome to the latest issue of the Bitcoin For Families newsletter. This issue covers PayPal’s launch of a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar.

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This week PayPal launched the PayPal stablecoin PYUSD pegged to the US dollar. It joins Tether USDT, Circle USDC, and Binance BUSD in the quest to extract wealth from unsuspected crypto enthusiasts.

All stablecoins are the same. They all run on top of Ethereum and therefore offer the same programmatic capabilities.

The only way that these companies differentiate themselves is by promising to be more trustworthy than the other ones. Because, and here is the crux of the matter:

PayPal, Tether, Circle and Binance are borrowing your money and you are implicitly deciding who is most likely to pay you back.

By the way, all these promises of programmatic benefits are hollow promises that depend on someone else building an app that uses their stablecoin and these programmatic capabilities to deliver something that is yet to be determined but that somehow will be of great value to you.

You can read about PYUSD here.

Stablecoins steal wealth from you

Why is PayPal doing this? The answer is here: When you buy one PYUSD, you’re giving $1 to PayPal and receiving in exchange a token that returns no interest to you and costs them nothing to issue.

Congratulations! You’re lending money to PayPal at zero interest rate!

PayPal then turns around and buys $1 worth of US Treasury with a 5% interest rate.

You can buy US Treasuries yourself and pocket the 5% interest rate. But instead you give them the money, they pocket the 5% and you assume the risk of PayPal defaulting on its reserves.

They make the money and you take the counterparty risk. Now you know why PayPal just launched PYUSD.

Bitcoin trumps stablecoins

People are lured to stablecoins because they want to protect their savings from the theft that inflation represents. They are very popular in Argentina or Turkey, where access to real US dollars may be limited and stablecoins provide an easy way to convert the useless peso or lira into what is perceived as a more trusted currency.

But you’re being fooled because your wealth is also stolen from you when you store it in US dollars thanks to inflation and you’re assuming the counterparty risk of PayPal, Binance, Tether or Circle not being able to maintain the parity of 1 PYUSD = 1 USD.

There is only one crypto currency that is free from inflation theft and free from all counterparty risks: Bitcoin.

Once you’re ready to move your savings into sound money, choose Bitcoin. It’s the only sound money where you have full control. All other cryptocurrencies are scamming you in one way or another and transferring the risks from the founders of the cryptocurrency to you.

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Notable notes

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Recommendations

Maxibitcoiner

Fantastic account to learn about Bitcoin for Spanish speaking audiences.

You can follow him here.

Bitcoin Breakdown

Bitcoin Breakdown gives you the TLDR summaries of the biggest events in Bitcoin. It's a very effective way to stay up to date with the industry.

Just this week he also covered PayPal’s PYUSD and reported how apparently PayPal has the option to freeze or wipeout your PYUSD funds unilaterally.

Check it out here.

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They are on a mission to onboard 10 million bitcoiners and get them to self-custody.

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See you again next week! — Alejandro

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

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"The SEC told Coinbase that it views “every asset other than bitcoin” as a security and ordered the company to delist them from its website."

— Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase

Welcome to the latest issue of the Bitcoin For Families newsletter. This issue goes back to basics to explain why the SEC asked Coinbase to delist all the shitcoins.

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The SEC is a closet maxi

Before filing its suit against Coinbase, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asked Coinbase to delist all cryptocurrencies from its exchange except for Bitcoin.

Bitcoin is money. Shitcoins are investments. — The SEC, sort of

The SEC is explicitly saying that Bitcoin is the only digital money out there.

Why only Bitcoin?

When you buy Bitcoin, you’re buying a commodity, just like gold or grain.

When you buy a shitcoin like Ethereum or Hex, you are buying a security, just like when you buy shares of a company.

What makes Bitcoin different?

The founder of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, did not assign himself a large share of Bitcoin before others could mine it. He did not assign a large share of Bitcoin to venture capital firms investing in him and his team either.

Instead, he launched the project and invited everyone else to join him. Anyone in the world who was paying attention was able to join the network and mine Bitcoin with the same probability of success as Satoshi.

The founder of Ethereum, the blockchain that underpins most shitcoins, did the opposite. Ethereum is like a startup. Both its founders and the investors that back it are hoping to make big money by selling you Eth tokens.

The founder of Bitcoin is anonymous. We do not know who he is. He has not transacted with his Bitcoin since he disappeared in 2011. For all we know he could be dead. He is not setting directions or acting as the referee in disputes about what Bitcoin should or should not do.

The founder of Ethereum, Vitalik Buterin, has full control over the project:

Nobody has control over Bitcoin. Bitcoin is open sourced and anyone can change the behaviour of the Bitcoin network. However, unless you convince 51% of Bitcoin node runners that the change is in their benefit as well, your change will go nowhere. The chances of convincing 51% of node operators is close to nil which is why people assert that no one can change Bitcoin.

Vitalik Buterin spearheaded the most important change in the Ethereum network in years: changing from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake validation.

Others have tried the same with Bitcoin and they failed.

Shitcoins are not the crypto industry

Coinbase declined to delist everything other than Bitcoin because according to its CEO, “compliance with the order would have meant the end of the crypto industry in the US.”.

The reality is that the crypto industry is Bitcoin and its layer 2 projects like Lightning, Fedimint and the Liquid network.

The shitcoins call themselves crypto industry but they are just good old scams. They call themselves crypto to fool you into buying them.

If Coinbase had delisted all shitcoins, the crypto industry wouldn’t had died. It would had been cleared from all these parasites that hang to it and suck its energy and reputation.

Just consider how much more widely accepted Bitcoin would be if we didn’t have these regular scams, rug pulls and exchange collapses.

The next time a someone tells you that the SEC is going after the crypto industry, say no, they are going after a bunch of scammers.

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Notable notes

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Recommendations

Matt Odell

Champion of freedom tech, free speech and humility.

You can follow him here.

Bitcoin Breakdown

Bitcoin Breakdown gives you the TLDR summaries of the biggest events in Bitcoin. It's a very effective way to stay up to date with the industry.

Check it out here.

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See you again next week! — Alejandro

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

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A community of crypto enthusiasts excited about the upcoming launch of a new crypto exchange decided to run a competition to celebrate the lead up to the big day.

The concept was fairly simple, put up a prize of 25,000 X7R tokens (currently worth about $1,000) for the last person to buy X7R tokens if more then an hour had passed since the last purchase. Every time somebody buys X7R tokens, the clock is set back to zero and starts ticking towards that hour mark again.

There were lots of laughs and friendly ribbing as community members made purchases just before the hour was up to deny one their friends the prize. The hours slowly ticked by as the word began to spread that the prize was worth about USD$1,000 and that bought in a whole new wave of players.

Now some of these community members were a tad bit competitive and the hours turned into a day and so on. Suddenly members were wondering could we keep this running long enough to get an entry in the Guinness Book of Records? Rob the Bank got the ball rolling when he said:

I think it’d be epic if we kept it going for like 30 days. We could submit it to the Guinness book of world records.

Not to be outdone Adz upped the anti:

We might have 2 entries into the Guinness world record

And the community's very own professional gambler Dallas, who has never back away from a game of chance confirmed the quest:

Get Guinness world records involved.

If you want to join the quest to get be entered in the Guinness Book of Records and maybe win a $1,000 check out their Telegram Channel. Being tech nerds they have automated the whole competition with countdown clocks etc. It is very cool.

You do not have to participate, but I am sure you would have a lot of fun cheering them on and they would no doubt appreciate your moral support.

For me, I am thinking I would not mind pocketing the $1,000 prize.

This is not investment advice.

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Nbits is an amazing tool that grants us all the ability to harness the power of Bitcoin's Lightning Network. LNBits can be considered the "WordPress" for Bitcoin. A fresh install will grant you a blank slate Lightning wallet to which you may add a variety of plugins, ranging from a simple paywall to a fully functional PoS system for accepting Bitcoin payments, to your own Nostr Market stall (store) and customize LNBits to fit your needs. You can learn more about LNBits by visiting to their website at LNBits.com.

LNBits and Nostr

The people behind LNBits and those behind Nostr have a history together, and both sides played a part in the birthing of the Nostr protocol. Lucky for us! LNBits has been there for Nostr's growth and has been implementing fantastic plugins that allow us to do great things within the Nostr ecosystem. If you're new to Nostr and want to better understand it, check out our post "Nostr and Bitcoin"

Nostr Market

One of their more recent developments is the Nostr Market plugin. This lovely little app lets you create your own market stall where you can list items you'd like to sell, kind of like opening a kiosk in a public square or mall. And because this is LNBits, you have the power to easily accept Bitcoin payments for all the items for sale in your stall (kiosk). What's exciting is that this is all done over Nostr's censorship-resistant and permissionless protocol (the public square). It's all just so beautifully designed.

With this plugin, getting started with an online store has never been easier. Its intuitive marketplace client (storefront) comes complete with a shopping cart, giving you everything you need to showcase your offerings and tempt potential buyers. And, as an added bonus, the platform includes a simple messaging tool that makes it a breeze to communicate with your customers via Nostr, whether you're discussing orders or simply chatting.

Setup Your Stall

Setting up and getting started with a Nostr Market stall is quite straightforward. The plugin operates alongside another tool named "Nostr Client," which facilitates Nostr Market's interaction with the broader Nostr ecosystem. I won't delve into the setup process in this post, as I believe the Nostr Market team has already provided a comprehensive walkthrough. If you're looking for a detailed step-by-step guide on configuring everything, I recommend visiting their official GitHub page.

The guide covers everything you need from the necessary basics to the customization or the look and feel of your stall.

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Cryptocurrency markets are complex ecosystems, teeming with opportunities for savvy traders and automated bots alike. With the advent of Decentralized Finance (DeFi), a new breed of tools and strategies has emerged, offering unique ways to navigate the crypto landscape. X7 Finance, a DeFi project boasting an innovative concept called Initial Liquidity Loans (ILLs), is one such example. Coupled with Crypto Sniper Bots, these tools can yield significant benefits. In this post, we'll explore how the X7 Finance ecosystem, including its unique Xchange Router, can enhance your crypto trading experience.

Initial Liquidity Loans: A Fresh Perspective on Liquidity Management

In the crypto world, liquidity is king. The more liquidity a pair has, the easier it is to execute trades without causing significant price slippage. However, providing liquidity requires substantial upfront capital—a challenge for many projects. Enter X7 Finance's unique solution: Initial Liquidity Loans (ILLs). This tool lets projects deploy enhanced liquidity without substantial upfront capital, reducing initial capital requirements and promoting efficient resource allocation. With a 10x loan, for example, a smart contract can deploy 10 times the initial planned liquidity, creating a more vibrant trading environment.

Crypto Sniper Bots: Playing in the Initial Liquidity Pairs

The increased liquidity brought by ILLs and the constant tradability of the liquidity pair make X7's Initial Liquidity Pairs an ideal playground for Crypto Sniper Bots. These bots, programmed to exploit price discrepancies swiftly, find fertile ground in the initial trading phases and loan default stages. They can execute rapid trades, taking advantage of the dynamic market conditions generated by the liquidity fluctuations. This can lead to increased profits for bot operators and enhanced market efficiency overall.

Loan Defaults: Ensuring Continuity and Tradeability

While the prospect of a loan default might seem alarming, X7 Finance has built-in mechanisms to handle such situations. In the event of a loan default, the assets are returned to the lending pool, allowing the liquidity pair to continue functioning. This ensures operational continuity and maintains tradeability, even during a temporary dip in price and liquidity. In this environment, Crypto Sniper Bots can continue to operate and seize opportunities arising from the changing market conditions.

Xchange Router: Amplifying Opportunities

Central to the X7 Finance ecosystem is the Xchange Router—a tool that can create and interact with liquidity pairs, and integrate seamlessly with Automated Market Maker (AMM) UI for trading and creating LPs/ILLs. By integrating the Xchange Router, projects can tap into the benefits offered by X7 Finance, including the innovative ILLs. This integration not only enhances the value proposition for projects but also amplifies the opportunities for Crypto Sniper Bots, creating a win-win situation for all parties involved.

In conclusion, X7 Finance, with its innovative ILLs, provides a unique playground for Crypto Sniper Bots, and the integration of Xchange Router presents numerous benefits for projects and traders alike. By enabling efficient liquidity management, enhancing market efficiency, and providing novel trading opportunities, X7 Finance is shaping the future of DeFi trading.

Republished with Permission Author @mikemurpher Original Article https://www.x7finance.org/blog/posts/x7-a-sniper-bot-playground

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NOSTR stands for "Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays"

It's a revolutionary new open protocol that helps decentralize the web. Your data is stored across relays, instead of locked inside Googlazon™. All that's needed is a simple private 🔑 to publish or encrypt your data.

Doubtful? This page loaded from NOSTR relays.

NOSTR is incredible because: * You take your data with you * It's censorship resistant * It uses open standards * It can be anonymous

Quick Start

• https://nostr.com/clients

Exploring further

• https://github.com/nostr-protocol/nips#readme - the protocol
• https://nostr.watch/relays/find - find relays
• https://nostr.moe/ - nostr utilities
• https://nostrapp.link/ - nostr apps
• https://www.nostrapps.com/ - nostr apps
• https://github.com/aljazceru/awesome-nostr - lots more
• https://github.com/pluja/awesome-nostr-usenostr - lots more

Also, be sure to drop by and check out Pleb.to

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Hey folks, happy Saturday!

Here’s your weekly newsletter on the technical happenings in the nostr-verse. Things are moving fast, people are building many amazing projects.

Let’s dive in.

Recent Upgrades to Nostr (NIPs)

1) Moderated Communities 💬

This NIP outlines how to implement a Reddit-like experience, where moderators can create and manage communities. Then anyone can propose a post, but moderators get final say about what shows up in the community. Can’t wait to use it! Hopefully we can use Zaps instead of upvotes like Stacker News!

Authors: nostr:npub1gcxzte5zlkncx26j68ez60fzkvtkm9e0vrwdcvsjakxf9mu9qewqlfnj5z and @arthurfranca

2) Proxy Tags (Approved!) 🌉

There’s been significant work done to bridge between other social media and Nostr (Twitter, ActivityPub, etc). One of the challenges is the amount of duplication that can happen. Now that this NIP is adopted, a proxy tag can be added to events so that a Nostr client can link an event that was originally in Twitter to the original Twitter url.

Author: nostr:npub108pv4cg5ag52nq082kd5leu9ffrn2gdg6g4xdwatn73y36uzplmq9uyev6

3) Rewrite of NIP 65 - Relay Lists by nostr:npub1gcxzte5zlkncx26j68ez60fzkvtkm9e0vrwdcvsjakxf9mu9qewqlfnj5z

Many in the Nostr dev community desire to have many small relays instead of centralization around a smaller set of massive, highly capable relays. In order to do that, there’s a challenge with discovering relays to pull events for a users’ followers.

This NIP was approved weeks ago, but was rewritten recently to make it easier to implement, which should help add more momentum to decentralizing relays.

Notable projects

Vault - Nostr-based Password Manager 🔒

nostr:npub1alpha9l6f7kk08jxfdaxrpqqnd7vwcz6e6cvtattgexjhxr2vrcqk86dsn implemented a way to store and retrieve sensitive information (like passwords) via Nostr. It has a 1Password-like interface for ease of use.

It’s also encrypted twice, once via the normal Nostr secret key signing like any Nostr event, but again with the password to unlock the vault. That way, if someone compromises your Nostr account’s secret key in the future, they still need your vault password to decrypt your sensitive information.

Can’t wait to migrate!

Nostrscript

Looks like nostr:npub1xtscya34g58tk0z605fvr788k263gsu6cy9x0mhnm87echrgufzsevkk5s added a way to activate code in Damus via a link on a website. This pattern could help clients interoperate (one client activating actions in other clients a user is using). Endless possibilities!

Relay Backup

nostr:npub1cmmswlckn82se7f2jeftl6ll4szlc6zzh8hrjyyfm9vm3t2afr7svqlr6f Built a way to easily back up your events from a relay. This helps folks make sure all their events from public relays are copied to a private backup relay so none of their events are lost to time.

Stacker news

Not exactly new, but this project has been a delight to engage in discussion with other folks interested in Nostr, Bitcoin, and freedom tech in general. Using zaps as signal instead of upvotes is pretty novel to me, and all the zaps go to the posters as well as the platform to distribute rewards to the community. #valueforvalue

Latest conversations

Who controls NIPs?

Right now NIPs are hosted via a Github Repo. This is helpful in many ways because there’s one publicly-accessible way to read NIPs and get started contributing. By the nature of this being a code repository under source control, there are a small group of folks that are able to “approve” updates to NIPs.

The nature of projects like Nostr (or Bitcoin in the early 2010s for that matter) is that the early folks often need some control over the direction to make sure that the project has a chance to become self-sustaining without imploding into chaos.

The debate in the linked thread seems to be stemming from the timeless question for protocols, which is “how much should the protocol be able to do?” and that’s generally decided by early devs and those that control the generally accepted version of the spec for the protocol. That’s currently the NIPs repo, so who gets to “approve” NIPs in that repo?

Here’s hoping we can find a collaborative place to land that preserves the heart of nostr and maximizes its chance of success 💪

How to handle illegal content on Nostr

There was a Plebchain radio conversation with nostr:npub1yye4qu6qrgcsejghnl36wl5kvecsel0kxr0ass8ewtqc8gjykxkssdhmd0 who has been an advocate for folks that’ve been trafficked. She’s a rare advocate of preventing trafficking and CSAM through the internet without compromising encryption, or other online freedom.

There are unanswered questions about how the Nostr community is going to handle this content so we don’t see Nostr become a haven for activity most see as despicable. With the collection of smart people on Nostr, I’ll bet that a solution emerges to maximize freedom on the internet and drastically reduce the ability for illegal content to spread via the Nostr protocol.

Events

I’ll keep a running list of Nostr-related events that I hear about (in person or virtual).

• Nostrasia Nov 1-3 in Tokyo & Hong Kong

I haven’t heard of any new ones this week, but if you wanna see something advertised here just DM me!

Until next time 🫡

If I missed anything, or you’re building something I didn’t post about, let me know, DMs welcome.

God bless, you’re super cute

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The Wombat App offers many functions and DApps that you can use directly. You can also set up a variety of wallets and admire your NFT gallery. Overall, Womplay offers a very easy entry into the world of play-to-earn. Want to learn more about play to earn? Visit our blog here

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The Zooko’s Triangle is a concept in the realm of naming systems, specifically for decentralized or distributed networks. It was named after Zooko Wilcox-O’Hearn, a computer scientist and cypherpunk known for his work on the Zcash cryptocurrency. The triangle illustrates a trade-off between three desirable properties in a naming system:

1. Human-meaningful: Names are easily understood and remembered by humans.
2. Decentralized: No central authority controls the allocation or management of names.
3. Secure: Names are unique and cannot be easily taken or manipulated by others.

Zooko’s Triangle posits that achieving all three properties in a single system is difficult. Traditionally, a system could have only two of the three properties, leading to various combinations of naming systems with their respective advantages and disadvantages.

However, recent developments in cryptographic and distributed systems have led to solutions that challenge the traditional constraints of Zooko’s Triangle. One such system is the Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs).

DIDs

Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) are a new identifier for verifiable, decentralized digital identity. DIDs are designed to be self-sovereign, meaning that individuals or organizations control their identifiers without relying on a central authority. DID systems are built on top of decentralized networks, such as blockchain or distributed ledgers, providing a secure and tamper-proof infrastructure for identity management.

DIDs aim to achieve the three properties of Zooko’s Triangle:

1. Human-meaningful: While DIDs may not be human-meaningful due to their cryptographic nature, they can be associated with human-readable names or aliases.
2. Decentralized: DIDs are managed on decentralized networks, removing the need for a central authority.
3. Secure: The decentralized nature of DIDs, combined with cryptographic techniques, ensures that identifiers are unique, secure, and resistant to tampering.

In summary, Zooko’s Triangle presents a trade-off between human-meaningful, decentralized, and secure properties in naming systems. Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) are an example of a system that seeks to overcome the traditional limitations of the triangle by leveraging decentralized networks and cryptographic techniques to provide a more comprehensive solution for digital identity management.

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Macom slid the memory disk in his pocket, grabbed his coat and badge, and headed for the communications tower. Outside, the bright but cold day encouraged him to walk briskly under the deep blue skies that reminded him of his childhood on his home planet.

Along the uneven sidewalk, a treacherous minefield of puddles from the previous night’s downpour made it necessary to focus on one’s steps. As Macom waved off a group of teens looking to peddle their counterfeit ration cards, he accidentally stepped on a loose tile, which promptly responded by squirting a copious stream of muddy water all over his right leg and torso. Without the slightest flinch, Macom continued onward, his mind focused on the task at hand.

It was not much to look at from the outside. Like most other buildings, the round-shaped communications “tower” was half-way embedded into the ground as a way to take advantage of the earth’s biomass and its natural cooling and heating effects. On top, transmission disks no larger than a few feet in diameter adorned the building like ears on the head of a sleeping, mossy giant.

Inside, however, the space was majestic and luminous. Beyond the security checkpoints, the circular, expansive lobby was centered around a grand spherical computer. The Galactic Timechain, as it was known, was encased in glass, and around it, a second layer formed a terrarium of the native ecosystem, meant to mirror the resilient and self-sustaining nature of the Timechain’s distributed network.

Along the curved wall, intricate but faded murals of historic figures blended into textual inscriptions of poems and quotes, and from above, a beam of sunlight from the roof-timer cycled its’ focus through each piece of art as new blocks were added to the Timechain. The space felt more like a temple than a government building.

‘Good morning Sub-Commander,’ the guard uttered as Macom flashed his badge, ‘you are earlier today than usual.’ The greeting was silently acknowledged with a stoic nod, and as he was waiting for the gate to open, the beam of sunlight moved to the left, and the newly illuminated quote on the gallery wall caught his attention.

Time is an abstraction at which we arrive by means of the changes of things.

Macom had never really understood the meaning of those abstract words. But today of all days, the quote he had seen a thousand times found within him a renewed resonance. He remembered being taught that in ancient civilizations, humans measured the passing of time by the ticking of metal arms around a circle, which was meant to track the astrological movement of planets around a sun. As interstellar travel evolved, this antiquated system created synchronization nightmares, for everyone had a different definition of what “time” was, of how long it took their planet to circle their sun.

Now, the addition of new blocks on the Galactic Timechain marked the passage of time. Macom felt this was curious. There was nothing in the transactions and records stored within the blocks, in the bits of zeroes and ones, that had a physical existence called “time.” Neither could the humans of antiquity find any physical element constituting “time” in the movement of the planets. The change of any thing, in fact, could be used as the measuring yardstick, and in this particular moment, Macom realized he had been unconsciously measuring time by the quickly changing political situation: the Empire’s draconian laws would open the floodgates to changes not seen since the Wars of Independence. Millennia would happen within the next few blocks, and for that reason, he thought, now was the time for decisive action.

Aided by this newly found revelation, Macom walked across the lobby towards the elevator, finding his way to transcription station #B412. The room, no larger than a regular size office, betrayed no sign of its importance. This station was designed as a decoy and kept as a closely guarded secret, for it contained the Nhafezi Confederacy’s keys, used to compose and transmit blocks onto the Galactic Mempool. As such, the security clearance used to access it also triggered an alert to high command. Even someone of his rank was not supposed to be here unannounced, and Macom knew he would only have a few moments to complete his task.

Standing in front of the door, Macom took a deep breadth to gather his courage, for he knew that as soon as he entered the room and sent the message across the Timechain, there would be no stopping, that there would be no coming back from this. He thought of the countless years of suffering, the bad winters, the unnecessary cruelty of it all. He thought of the despair and hopelessness he saw on so many faces, including his own. Above all, he thought of his brother, now gone.

As long as the life of a star to the human mind, and as short as the span of a human life to a star, the moment ended, and Macom swiped his badge on the door’s console. Moving swiftly now, he slid onto the station chair, picked the memory disk from his pocket and blended it into the transcriptor in one fluid motion. The text appeared before him, exactly as he had last proof-read it. Just as he was about to fetch the keys, a gentle knock came from the door before it opened.

With his heart skipping a beat, Macom saw a familiar figure appear from the corner of his eyes, and quickly composed himself. “I am that predictable,” he said with an air of resignation while still staring into the transcriptor.

“You were never good at hiding that look on your face,” Jiun said sardonically, while closing the door behind her.

Guarding against stalling tactics, he ignored the jab and tried to finish the job, but his fingers had barely moved before Jiun flung her comm tablet and key ring towards his desk.

“No one is coming Macom, I had Ella disengage the alert and now you have my personal key ring. I know you will not stop, not even for me, but I ask you to hear me out. If you still want to go ahead after we are done talking, I won’t stop you.”

The tablet, which had landed with a loud thud and knocked over a mug, displayed ‘#B412, alert disengaged.’ Macom was not the trusting kind, and for a moment he hesitated, thoughts of deception and betrayal rushing through his head. But even after all these years, Jiun’s word still meant something.

“I helped you draft this, remember?” Macom said while turning towards her. “It wasn’t that long ago you agreed we have to send this out.”

“That was before the council voted it down,” Jiun said with a calm assertiveness.

“And that changes nothing. You know better than I do how the Empire is systematically starving us. I am not going to allow them to reduce us to nothing, to drain us of our strength until finally, stripped of all self-respect and dignity, unable to summon the will to fight, they can simply sweep us out with a broom. We must fight,” Macom said emphasizing each word, “even though the council is too afraid, perhaps even too corrupted to do what must be done.”

“I agree, the Empire wants us to do nothing. But they would equally benefit if we over-reacted. Now that Antigonium can be synthesized and mass manufactured, we are disposable. They would like nothing more than to have the perfect excuse to send their destroyers. We have to fight, not to destroy our enemy, but to save what we love, and sending this archive to the Galactic Timechain would be suicidal.”

“The real suicide is already happening Jiun. How many people are starving? How many have taken their own lives in their misery and despair?,” Macom’s voice splintered with the faintest of cracks, before continuing. “How many of our young will they take, once this new round of laws are enforced? Should we wait until we start getting paid in imperial script, or perhaps when we start forgetting our own language? Revolution is not suicide, even if it leads to certain death. Our ancestors knew that when they fought for our independence.”

“You are right, but this is not a decision for you to make. Corrupted as it might be, the council is still needed to organize any meaningful resistance. And we might be able to force their hand, but not if the transgression comes from you Macom. If you do this, they will call it a military coup, and it would only further our internal division and turmoil. That is exactly what the Empire wants. They put us in a position to make an impossible decision, they infiltrate the council with unseen extortion and threats, all so they can watch us implode from the inside. You know this playbook.”

A long silence now enveloped the space between them, words being said without a single sound. The impasse brought into relief their conflicts from eons ago, and as Macom digested the arguments of this latest salvo, he also felt reminded with a certain fondness, why she was who she was, their indisputable moral leader.

Standing up now, Macom walked towards the door, accepting her overture: “Someone has to do it, Jiun. Even if it is a trap, even if it leads to our demise, the archive would guarantee the preservation of our culture and Our-Story for future generations. We must break the long silence. You know it is time.”

As Macon exited the room, he handed her his badge and his Antigonium pendant, the one she had gifted him all those years ago. Now alone, Jiun took a long and deep sigh before heading towards the transcriptor. On the screen, the words they had drafted together stared back at her. She sat down, clutching the pendant that stored his keys, and read it one last time.

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Top Secret

My name is Jiun Nhafezi, Matriarch of the Nhafezi Confederacy, and these words, inscribed on the Galactic Timechain Codex, block number 226,524,579, will in all likelihood lead to our demise, effectively constituting our people’s last act.

Bitcoin’s Timechain has long afforded the possibility of free speech, and more importantly, the preservation of a lasting legacy against physical genocide and cultural erasure. For the first time ever, the last defiant breath from those facing annihilation will not simply scatter in the wind, unheard of and forgotten by those who seek to erase us from their-story. For the first time ever, they who control the present will not be able to sanitize, re-write, and control the past. Our past, which is also our future.

Even though this tool has been but an open road, useless to those who seek to walk it when a gun is held to their heads, it has nevertheless acted as leverage for those fighting for survival under the Empire’s watchful eye. And for millennia, this leverage has afforded our people a semblance of life: ever since the Independence Wars, our accord has forbidden us from off-planet communication. As long as we supplied the Empire with minerals and kept our words and ideas to ourselves, we were allowed the independence to uphold our customs and organize our own way of life. This is why you might have never heard of our people, or of Kaweah, a faraway moon better known in the ancient world as an Antigonium mine.

But the balance of power has now changed. As our world grew stronger and brighter, so did the Empire’s fear. Our knowledge, our art, our way of life, all of it became dangerous proof that another mode of social organization is not merely possible, but if allowed to flourish, would undermine the deepest moral foundations of the Empire in the eyes and hearts of their own people.

And so we must be destroyed.

First came the impossible mineral quotas, the penalties of which were reduced food supplies. Slowly, they forced us to choose who would go hungry, sowing the seeds of discord. Then, as we grew more desperate, the Empire extended a helping hand, offering to send our young off-world, saddling them with unpayable debts, and scattering them across the stars in search of “a better life.” Now, under the guise of industrial standardization and efficiency management, they are forcing us to adopt the imperial tongue in all curricula and settings, abandoning our own.

Faced with the slow, painful immiseration of our people, and the clear directive to dismantle our society piece by piece, we are left with no choice but to break our long silence, preserving our cultural heritage, our memory and our knowledge on the Timechain. Perhaps the two most important ones are the lexical archive, for those who seek to learn our tongue, and the mineral archive, which includes the hitherto secret chemical composition of the synthetic ingredients needed to mass manufacture Antigonium. Now it becomes open-source, our first, and perhaps last gift to the Universe.

For our transgression, the Empire will soon circle our moon and rain down extinction. Our last efforts to defend ourselves will most likely fail. By the time you receive this message, we will have long ceased to exist. I will presume these words are the only record that will survive us. Our books will be burned, our culture expunged. The young sent to the Ministry of Harmony and Reintegration will likely never speak our language our know of their heritage. Our matriarchs will be sent to the gallows, and our men to labor camps across the known galaxies.

It is our hope that this fate that awaits us, that announces its presence with every word that I convey to you, is but a temporary defeat, a chapter linking our past and the many revolutions to come. Faced with the certainty of a death of the spirit, and the possibility of a death of the body and the flesh, we as a people have chosen to not give up our dignity. Instead, we choose life at its fullest.

As we begin, so we end. This is Our-Story.

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Organizational identifiers

Organizational identifiers have different sets of requirements and functions. It is not enough to have per-to-peer private communications. Organizations are more public, so we need publicly resolvable identifiers. DID:key satisfy this condition entirely but fails to fulfill the organization's needs.

• Organizations quite often act as issuers of credentials or attestations. For issuance, it is critical to have the possibility to rotate signing keys or even deactivate or delete identifiers if keys or issuer get compromised or to comply with security company policies.
• Organizations often require a split between the Controller of the identifier and the Identifier subject or even a transfer of the identifier subject.
• Organizations must have complete control of infrastructure and effectively manage resources and costs. The price of a single identifier should be fixed, and the method of creating new identifiers should be scalable.
• One of the essential requirements is trust and governance and transparent mechanics of proving and binding an identifier to an organizational entity and creating trust relations.
• Access to Identifier management is quite often controlled by a group of users

Nonfunctional requirements

• portability
• interoperability
• scalability
• Autonomous and control
• security

In my previous articles, we talk about Autonomous identifiers and how they differ from regular DIDs.

To recap

Autonomous identifiers (AIDs) are DIDs generated algorithmically from a crypto- graphic key pair in such a way that they are self-certifying, i.e. the binding with the public key can be verified without the need to consult any external blockchain or third party. KERI is an example of a decentralized identity technology based entirely on AIDs. © https://trustoverip.org/blog/2023/01/05/the-toip-trust-spanning-protocol/

In a previous article, I show how to create and use a did:key as an Autonomous identifier that feet well to private person-to-person secure communication.

Architectures and protocols that build on top of AIDs have few critical properties

• self-hosting and self-contained
• self-certified and Autonomous
• portable
• interoperable
• full control of infrastructure
• cost management

Nowadays, I discovered a few AIDs methods

• did:key — self-contained and public
• did:peer — self-certified, upgradable but private
• KERI based did — we waiting for did:keri method to be announced soon, but KERI infrastructure could be used to build internals of did:peer or similar methods.
• did:web — public, self-certified, and self-hosted method, but still, we have active community discussion and critics as far as it fully relays to ownership of domain name that could be stolen or re-assigned.

So we have to choose from did:key did:web and I hope in a future from did:keri.

To move forward, we need to understand the DID architecture better and how all parts are connected.

In many cases of personal or sovereign entities Subject and the Controller are the same, but for Organisations, it could have a crucial difference.

DID Subject

The DID subject is the entity that the DID represents. It can be a person, organization, device, or other identifiable entity. The DID subject is associated with a unique DID that serves as a persistent, resolvable, and cryptographically verifiable identifier. The subject is the primary focus of the identity management process and typically has one or more DIDs associated with it.

DID Controller

The DID controller is the entity (person, organization, or device) that has the authority to manage the DID Document associated with a particular DID. The DID controller can update, revoke, or delegate control of the DID Document, which contains the public keys, service endpoints, and other information required for interacting with the DID subject.

In many cases, the DID subject and DID controller can be the same entity, especially for individual users who create and manage their DIDs. However, in some situations, the DID controller may differ from the DID subject, such as when an organization manages the DIDs on behalf of its employees or when an administrator manages a device.

In summary, the DID subject is the entity the DID represents, while the DID controller is the entity with authority to manage the associated DID Document. Depending on the specific use case and requirements, these roles can be held by the same or different entities.

Key Pair

It is simple from the first point of view. Key-Pair is an asymmetric public and private key. One of the main DID functions is the distribution of public keys. DIDDoccument could contain multiple public keys with authorization rules and key roles.

Identifier

Representation of did itself. is a part of DID URI.

DID:Key

did:key identifier

DID web

did:web

Relations

Relations between all parts of DID identifier can be illustrated in the following diagram. DID method dictate how DID identifier gets created, updated, deactivated, and resolved.

Focusing on the relations of the controller, key pairs, and the identifier is more interesting for us.

The most significant power and benefit of DID are decoupling a key pair from a controller and identifier. It allows the rotation of keys and changes the ownership of the identifier and its subject and controller. It is the main competitive advantage of DID and SSI over web3 wallets and raw keys.

The ideal case is KERI infrastructure that decouples all parties via cryptographic binding and protocols.

To discover more, read the paper.

We used did: keys as AID in the previous article. DID:key is a cryptographically bound identifier to the public key but cannot change the binding. As a result, keys couldn't be rotated in the future. The controller has no binding except to prove private key ownership via the signature-based protocol.

On the other side, DID:web does not have a cryptographic binding of an identifier to a key pair from one side. It gives an easy possibility to rotate keys but loses the verifiability of the identifier.

The most interesting part is the Controller to identifier binding in a did: web. It is based on proof of domain name ownership and website resource. As I mention, it has some security considerations and critics in a community. Still, at the same time, we get a critical mechanism that settles trust and connects identifiers to the organization entity.

The mechanism of web domain ownership is well-defined and easy to explain to other users, even outside of SSI and web5 domain. It is getting wider adoption and creating a lot of use cases for organizations. So it helps to create a trust relationship between an identifier and organizational entity in a very transparent, human-readable, and self-explained way — the identifier hosted on the corporate domain belongs to the organization. On another side, it makes the transfer of the controller almost impossible. That's why it is critical to differentiate between a subject and a controller.

I believe that did:web still covers a lot of organizational cases and is suitable for issuing Verifiable Credentials and attestations on behalf of organizations.

Step-by-step guide on how to create and manage did:web you could find in my article

More detailed step-by-step coding guide with the live example you could find in my SSI notebooks book

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In a much-anticipated showdown that had football fans on the edge of their seats, Arsenal opened their 2023-2024 Premier League season against Nottingham Forest. The clash was scheduled to kick off at 12:30 GMT +1, but a surprising 30-minute extension added an extra layer of anticipation. As the referee's whistle finally echoed through the stadium, little did we know we were in for an enthralling encounter that would keep us hooked until the final whistle.

J. Turner in action

The first half was dominated by the Gunners, asserting their dominance with flair and finesse. In the 26th minute, Gabriel Martinelli orchestrated a magnificent play, delivering a pinpoint assist to Eddie Nketiah, who buried the ball beneath the vigilant Nottingham Forest goalkeeper. The crowd erupted in cheers as Arsenal claimed the lead.

Nketiah's goal

But the drama didn't stop there. Just six minutes later, Bukayo Saka showcased his prodigious talent, launching a stunning strike from the edge of the box. The ball swerved and curved like a guided missile, leaving the Nottingham Forest goalie helpless. The net rippled, and the Emirates Stadium was awash with euphoria.

Saka's Goal

Saka celebrates after scoring the second goal.

As the half drew to a close, the tension simmered. A rough tackle from Nottingham's J. Timber in the 45+5 minute earned him a yellow card, a testament to the intensity of the match. Arsenal's grip on possession was undeniable, with a staggering 85% of the ball under their control, leaving Nottingham Forest chasing shadows.

The addition of Declan Rice to Arsenal's midfield proved to be a masterstroke. His presence added steel to the Gunners' play, allowing them to dictate the tempo of the game. Martinelli, an unstoppable force on the field, drew fouls as Nottingham's defense grappled to contain him.

As the second half commenced, Nottingham Forest seized a rare attacking opportunity. A ball sent into the box resulted in ricochets that forced Arsenal's goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale into action, making a smart save in the 56th minute. The visitors were determined to turn the tide, unleashing a wave of attacking intent.

Notthingham's forest Willy in action with Nketiah

Substitutions added a fresh twist to the unfolding drama. In the 71st minute, Danilo made way for Taiwo Awoniyi, signaling Nottingham Forest's desire to enforce their side attacks. Arsenal responded with their own change, as Nketiah exited the pitch for Trossard in the 74th minute.

As the clock ticked on, Declan Rice came inches away from opening his goal-scoring account for Arsenal. His audacious 25-yard attempt showcased a delicate finesse, but Turner, Nottingham's vigilant goalkeeper, tipped the ball onto the woodwork, denying the England midfielder a moment of glory.

In a valiant push, Nottingham Forest managed to claw back a goal in the 82nd minute. Elanga, a catalyst for the visitors' resurgence, raced down the flank and delivered a precise cross to Awoniyi, who exhibited exceptional composure with a first-time finish at the near post making the score line 2-1.

Awoniyi picks the ball after the goal

The closing moments saw frenetic action. Gabriel Magalhaes replaced Martinelli in the 86th minute, adding defensive fortitude to Arsenal's ranks. The final whistle loomed, and as the match headed into added time, both teams battled valiantly. In a flurry of activity, Magalhaes received a yellow card, further highlighting the match's intensity.

Nottinhham forest's goal keeper applaud fans after the match

As the referee signaled the end, Arsenal emerged victorious with a narrow lead. The lone goal secured their triumphant start to the 2023-2024 Premier League season. The fans' jubilation echoed through the Emirates Stadium as they celebrated a hard-fought win that sets the tone for an exhilarating season ahead. Arsenal had delivered, and the football world watched in awe.

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Memes will remain forever. Memes aren't just funny images, but they are people who want to bring laughter to others.

A meme is a form of cultural idea, symbol, or practice that can be transmitted from one person's mind to another through writing, speech, gestures, rituals, mimicry, and various terms within an image that carries a humorous or satirical meaning, often imitating other events or phenomena. Simply put, it involves taking images and creating them into funny or comical pictures, spreading them through social media.

There are many online meme-generating websites that many people use or have seen. However, today, I will introduce websites that make creating memes online easy. Each website provides templates, and all you need to do is insert text. Let's take a look at the 4 recommended online meme-generating websites.

1. https://imgflip.com/memegenerator
2. https://www.iloveimg.com/th/meme-generator
3. https://photoretrica.com/th/meme-generator
4. https://www.meme-arsenal.com/en/create/chose

If any of your friends have links to meme generators, you can comment to let each other know. This way, creative individuals can create and post humorous memes on social media.

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How does solitaire work? Match cards in descending order and alternating suit to complete the four decks. But this is about more than just the game itself - it's about the opportunity to win real satoshis. The game is available as a mobile app for Android and iOS. You can Download it here

The integration of Bitcoin

Imagine winning a game of Solitaire and being rewarded by being credited with a certain amount of Satoshis. This integration of cryptocurrencies adds a whole new dimension to the game. You play not only to win, but also to use your skills and collect bitcoin rewards in the process. It's an interesting marriage of gaming and financial incentive. The whole thing works with a lottery system. By solving the game you will receive tickets with which you can earn real Satoshis in draws that take place several times a day.

What are satoshis actually?

Satoshis are the smallest unit of Bitcoin. Named after its creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, one satoshi represents one hundred millionth (0.00000001) of a bitcoin. Satoshis enable microscopic transactions and play a key role in fine-tuning values ​​within the bitcoin economy.

Pay out Satoshis via Lightning

You have to withdraw your satoshis regularly, otherwise they will “expire”, means they are no longer withdrawable. So before you start playing, make sure you have a Lightning Wallet to receive your Satoshis. We recommend installing the “ Wallet of Satoshi ” to start with. This is particularly easy to use, even if some compromises have to be made. Find out more in our wallet guide .

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Below is a sample of my article on nostr...

*A dangerous trend has emerged in the United States where terms like free speech, censorship- resistant, privacy, and more have been co-opted by those on the political right, and tools enabling these principles argued or fought against by those on the political left. The truth is, freedom, privacy, and censorship resistant technologies are important for everyone regardless of political leanings and should not be politicized, lest we head down the path toward a dystopian future with no privacy or free speech guarantees, and only centralized institutions controlled by people with the ability to censor, revoke and remove important guarantees of freedom promoted in the spirit and language of the constitution. Just as bitcoin has falsely become politicized as a more right wing/libertarian thing, having no value, or a tool for criminals and those who disregard the dangers of climate change, open and decentralized protocols like nostr could enter the same cycle and become politicized or fought against unless we share more reasons why it is important for humanity and is not a political position to take. The fate of our ability to freely and openly communicate and have guarantees of privacy and property may rest on citizens of the world understanding the importance of open, censorship resistance protocols, and private end-to-end encrypted communication tools. *

One specific example I will focus on is Nostr. So, what is nostr?

Nostr was first conceptualized by pseudonymous bitcoin coder, Fiatjaf and “bitcoin tinkerer” Ben Arc. As described on nostr.how, run by JeffG:

“Nostr stands for “Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays”. Like HTTP or TCP-IP, Nostr is a protocol; an open standard upon which anyone can build. Nostr itself is not an app or service that you sign up for. Nostr is designed for simplicity and enables censorship-resistant and globally decentralized publishing on the web.”

The way in which we see the nostr protocol used and popularized today is via clients (i.e. apps/websites), like my personal favorite Damus, or Primal, Snort and dozens of others being built out by developers passionate about this protocol. Each user then adds relays (many are defaulted on most clients today), which is the way these messages get sent around in a decentralized way, and users can add free or even paid relays (by paying for relays, in bitcoin which is the money/medium of exchange used on nostr, users can eliminate the amount of spam or bots accessing relays/feeds and have a faster experience). Users can also sort their global feed based on relays, and more. The beauty of this system is that most traditional social media–twitter, facebook, instagram, linkedin, etc, is completely centralized. Twitter, for instance, manages the content and has its own server (or pays third parties to do so)–one central relay, in a way. So you can easily be censored or removed from using twitter for criticizing Elon Musk, posting a political statement that is unfavorable to decision makers within the company or a nation-state asking twitter to censor these types of messages, in the recent case of Turkey and its recent election, and more. With nostr, if you are censored on one relay, you still have endless amounts of other relays to write/post to. Nor is your nostr account tied to one specific relay or client. When each user signs up on nostr, an “npub” (think username) is created and an nsec (think password) that can be used to sign up for any client. Imagine if you had your twitter username and password, but you could also use that to sign into every other social media platform and it carried with it every post and connection you ever had on twitter. Pretty cool, right? But with this comes the responsibility of keeping your nsec (again, think password) written down in a safe place in the event you are logged out of a particular client, because there is no backup or password reset ability on most clients. There are browser extensions that save this information for you, but with any internet backup comes certain privacy risks as well.

So practically, nostr is a cool and easy way to use social media across multiple clients, leaving you with ultimate control and preference! Ideologically, it is so much more.

As I stated earlier, nostr is an open protocol, where anyone can post and build with it, leaving it to be censorship resistant and with you in control. As is the case with bitcoin, if you can access the internet, you can access nostr. I know many progressive friends of mine have been very frustrated with twitter/x’s/Elon’s selective control of who gets to practice “free speech” and who doesn’t on the platform. Many other self-described “free speech” platforms have been created, such as Trump’s Truth Social, Rumble, and more. But these platforms are FSINO, “Free Speech in Name Only.” They are still companies run by people with centralized control. When we say nostr promotes free speech and the user is in control, it isn’t because nostr is run by a self-described “free speech maximalist,” or because nostr has any specific political ideology. It is because the protocol is inherently open and free to use by anyone, and decentralized in a way where an infinite number of communities, ideologies, people, and movements can flourish and utilize the protocol however they wish. I believe it is technology and an internet enabled protocol as the cypherpunk movement intended: promoting freedom, censorship resistance, and the ability to be private and promote anonymity when needed (no KYC, government checks to use).

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Social media is a part of our lives, like it or not, it's how we get our news, voice our opinions engage with friends and family, find community and argue with anons, it's just what we modern humans do.

The problem with social media today is that it is run by corporations, these platforms, while acting as public utilities for communication are actually walled gardens where narratives can be pushed or suppressed and your time on site is paid for by ads that are burning your eyeballs so hard they leave an imprint on the back of your brain.

We can all see the incentive structure of corporate social media has us all going a little loopy while others have fully given themselves over to whoring for the algorithm.

We need decentralised social media

It's obvious we need a platform where we're not beholden to who has the biggest budget, or what the algos are looking to rage bait you into so you remain on site to see more ads. This is not a system that is good for one's brain and soul, the "free" social media model comes at a price, and you as the product have begun to decay.

Anyone who voices their real opinions or counters narratives that go against profits and the bottom line of interest parties also gets cleaned out pretty quickly so if you're are still on trad social media it's because you're willing to self-censor or you have nothing real to say.

We are all self-censoring in a way, you know it, I know it, but we all accept it.

Nostr came along

I think many of us didn't know we needed an alternative until #nostr came along and we could start to play around in a world where we had more control and some of us started to like it.

Nostr has grown slowly and steadily, without a token, without a real path to monetisation, it's organic growth built by people who have an interest in seeing this protocol eat away market share from tradsocial.

Right now it's just a bunch of people sharing their ideas, engaging in a small community testing out new features, pushing clients for new updates, and zapping one another along the way.

Despite the seemingly inconspicuous nature of nostr it's already started to rub large institutions the wrong way, first, it was banned in China, then it's mobile clients were removed from the Chinese Apple App store and later it was threatened by the global app store to remove zaps.

If a little protocol that simply allows for chronological curation and organic following of accounts and content along with independent payments powered by Bitcoin is already in the eyes of big institutions at this early stage, then you know you're on to something.

Shitcoiners are not going to let us have our fun

Nostr might have started as a Bitcoin-centric tool, but like Bitcoin its a protocol for enemies, you can say and do what you like on nostr, and if certain clients or relays don't like what you're doing you can find one that do or build your own.

If you're not a fan of zaps and you want to use stablecoins or your preferred shitcoin, you could build that into your own nostr client and relays that support it. But this would mean you are supporting nostr, since you're growing the user base and if your project failed, those users would simply login to the nostr clients and relays that remain.

But that's not the shitcoiner way, they don't want to compete, they want to extract value while its possible, the shitcoiner way is to try and create walled gardens where they can sucker you in and dilute you slowly or quickly.

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Nothing new to the space

SocialFi is nothing new, if you've paid attention to this space long enough you would know that a lot of this is the rebranding of failed ideas and projects for a new cohort of users.

For those of you who were not around from 2016 during the ICO phase, you might not know that social media on the blockchain was all the rage. It was tried on separate blockchains like STEEM, these social applications like STEEMIT were wildly popular back then, running up to over 1 billion in market cap and were firmly in the top 10 tokens at the time.

Today it's still around, with a tiny user base, most people have abandoned it, those who profited from it have gone on to build new scams and the token has fallen down the ranks.

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STEEM price action since launch

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The way this scam worked was you would pre-mine tokens for yourself and your buddies, and then build various dApps would reward users with new inflation. Users would create content on your site, and users with stake would upvote their content.

When you upvote content you receive an amount of tokens, which is usually autostaked and the incentive for you is to create more content to earn tokens or buy tokens to build up a reputation so you can control more of the inflation through upvotes.

As users earned tokens and purchased tokens to stake them, you as the pre-mine owner get to sell into that demand and you have less competition for sales as the incentive is to stake to gain influence on the platform, so you're profiting off peoples egos and the gamification of the system.

Eventually, like all inflationary shitcoin projects you run out of new suckers and the original suckers feel they want to profit too and start dumping inflation just keeps pumping out, and you dilute demand to a point where your token is worth nothing.

I mention STEEM because it was probably the most "successful" relatively speaking, so i see this as the best outcome for these kinds of projects. Of course, there were others like Bitcoin Cash-funded Read Cash and Noise Cash, EOS-funded Trybe and Voice, SoMee, and Publish0x which used a bunch of random shitcoins.

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Friends.tech and why we can't have nice things

So socialFI failed in 2018 and we all moved on from the dumb idea, the Bitcoin circles have picked up on nostr and it's got a fair bit of traction, so what do the shitcoiners do? Support Nostr?

Hell no, let's make socialFi 3.0 as part of this painfully stupid web3 narrative, and the first play in this new brand of SocialFI seems to be friends.tech.

An app that emerged out of nowhere and is built on Base Coinbases fork of ETH which is a weird choice, but it hasn't stopped its growth in a week the network reached 136,000 daily active users beating out OpenSea over the same time frame.

How much of that is real or just botting I don't know but that's the numbers being promoted.

So what is this app all about? Uncensorable social media? Owning your data? Migrating your data between apps seamlessly? No

The app essentially allows users to tokenize your social network by selling shares in your profile. So influencers in the space can sell access to themselves since buying someone’s share grants owners the ability to exchange private messages with them.

The new social app has driven 4,400 ETH ($8.1 million) in trading volume in less than 24 hours since its launch, far surpassing OpenSea’s in the same time frame.

Again these user numbers and trading value is not verified, and we don't know how much is just botting or wash trading to create attractive metrics to sucker people in, but sucker people in they will.

To me this just looks like another zero some game of extracting wealth from your followers, as if influencers don't already do this, I don't see how this is in anyway decentralised or an improvement on social media today, in fact I think it just super charges the worst kind of behaviour we see on social media and I don't see this app living longer than a footnote of 2023.

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Sources:

• https://www.coindesk.com/web3/2023/08/11/is-friendtech-a-friend-or-foe-a-dive-into-the-new-social-app-driving-millions-in-trading-volume/
• https://captainaltcoin.com/friend-tech-leads-the-way-for-the-next-generation-of-socialfi-on-basechain/

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Table Of Content

• The Rise of Bitcoin Mining
• Riot Platforms: The New Kid on the Block
• Local Residents Speak Out
• The Environmental Angle
• Economic Implications
• The Road Ahead: Solutions and Compromises
• Conclusion
• FAQ

Deep in the heart of Texas, a new challenge is brewing. The vast state, known for its oil rigs, cowboy culture, and iconic history, is now grappling with a modern dilemma. The world's largest Bitcoin mine has set up shop, and it's causing quite the commotion. As the digital gold rush intensifies, the Lone Star State finds itself at the crossroads of progress and preservation. Residents, policymakers, and industry leaders are all weighing in, making it a hot topic of discussion from Houston to Dallas.

The Rise of Bitcoin Mining

Bitcoin, the pioneering digital currency that's taken the world by storm, relies on a process called mining. This isn't about pickaxes and gold pans, but powerful computers solving complex algorithms. As the value of Bitcoin has soared, so has the race to mine it. Texas, with its cheap energy and vast landscapes, has become a hotspot. However, this boom brings its own set of challenges, from infrastructure strains to environmental concerns.

Riot Platforms: The New Kid on the Block

Enter Riot Platforms, the behemoth at the center of the storm. As the world's most significant Bitcoin mining operation, it's drawing power and attention in equal measure. While it promises prosperity and progress, it also poses questions. How much strain can the Texan grid take? And at what cost to the community? With its massive operations, Riot Platforms is both a beacon of opportunity and a potential point of contention.

Local Residents Speak Out

For the folks calling Texas home, this isn't just a tech debate. It's about their daily lives, their neighborhoods, and their futures. There are fears of power outages, skyrocketing electricity bills, and even potential environmental fallout. The heart of the matter? Balancing the promise of the future with the needs of the present. Town hall meetings, community forums, and local discussions are buzzing with opinions and concerns.

The Environmental Angle

Let's face it, Bitcoin mining isn't exactly green. The energy consumption is staggering, often compared to that of entire countries. With Texas' grid already dancing a delicate balance, the addition of massive mining operations is like adding fuel to the fire. The question on everyone's lips: Is there a sustainable way forward? Environmentalists and activists are pushing for greener solutions, making it a pivotal point in the debate.

Economic Implications

But it's not all storm clouds. The silver lining? Economic growth. Bitcoin mining is bringing jobs, investments, and a tech boom to regions that might have been left behind. For many, this is a golden opportunity, a chance to ride the wave of the future. But is it a future everyone wants? Economists and industry experts are analyzing the long-term implications, weighing the pros and cons of this digital revolution.

The Road Ahead: Solutions and Compromises

All is not lost. As the debate rages, innovators are seeking solutions. Think renewable energy sources, improved grid infrastructure, and even tweaks to the mining process itself. The goal? To find a middle ground where tech and tradition can coexist. Stakeholders are coming together, brainstorming ways to ensure that Texas remains both progressive and preserved.

Conclusion

The Bitcoin mining grid challenge is more than just a Texan issue; it's a global conversation about the future of energy, economy, and the environment. As Texas grapples with this modern gold rush, the world watches, waits, and wonders: What's the next move for the Lone Star State? With its rich history of innovation and resilience, many are optimistic that Texas will find a path forward that benefits all.

FAQ

What is the main issue in Texas regarding Bitcoin mining? Texas is grappling with the challenges posed by the world's largest Bitcoin mine, Riot Platforms, which has raised concerns about energy consumption, grid strain, and environmental impact.

Why is Bitcoin mining a concern for the environment? Bitcoin mining consumes vast amounts of energy, often compared to entire countries, leading to concerns about its carbon footprint and sustainability.

How are local residents reacting to the Bitcoin mining operations? Many Texans are concerned about potential power outages, increased electricity bills, and the broader community impact of such large-scale mining operations.

Are there any economic benefits to Bitcoin mining in Texas? Yes, Bitcoin mining has brought jobs, investments, and technological advancements to the state, offering economic growth opportunities.

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La comunidad cubana en el extranjero ha sido sorprendida con la noticia del trágico hallazgo sin vida del expreso político Nelson Molinet, quien fue parte del grupo de los 75 opositores detenidos durante la Primavera Negra en 2003.

El disidente había sido reportado como desaparecido en Hialeah desde el pasado lunes 7 de agosto. La última vez que lo vieron con vida tenía una bolsa de plástico azul y se encontraba en las cercanías de la 2140 W 68 St., en Hialeah, cerca de las oficinas del Social Security. En medio de su búsqueda se había informado que padecía problemas de memoria y psiquiátricos.

Normando Hernández González, director del Instituto Cubano por la Libertad de Expresión y Prensa (ICLEP), confirmó en redes sociales la muerte del activista. Según su post, el cuerpo fue encontrado sin vida dentro de un automóvil en Hallandale Beach, una ciudad ubicada en el condado de Broward. Se espera que, en las próximas horas, las autoridades del sur de Florida compartan información precisa sobre esta muerte.

Molinet, quien tenía 59 años, fue una figura destacada en la lucha y un símbolo de resistencia incansable contra el régimen cubano. Durante siete años, estuvo privado de libertad en las cárceles castristas debido a sus desacuerdos con las ideas del régimen. En ese tiempo de encierro, sufrió torturas que le dejaron secuelas en su salud.

El opositor, conocido por su papel como sindicalista independiente, fue condenado en los juicios de la Primavera Negra a una pena de 20 años de prisión. Su liberación se produjo luego de las conversaciones de la Iglesia Católica y el gobierno español de Zapatero con el régimen de La Habana, y en septiembre de 2010 fue puesto en libertad con la condición de marchar al exilio junto con otros disidentes también excarcelados en estas negociaciones.

La comunidad cubana en el extranjero lamenta profundamente la pérdida del opositor, cuya valiente lucha por la libertad y los derechos humanos en la Mayor de las Antillas dejó una huella imborrable.

La Primavera Negra fue un período en el que ocurrió una serie de detenciones masivas y juicios sumarios contra periodistas independientes y disidentes políticos. Los detenidos enfrentaron cargos por supuestamente conspirar contra el gobierno del fallecido dictador Fidel Castro.

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En medio de la crítica situación de escasez de agua potable que aqueja a diversas localidades cubanas, un ciudadano en Matanzas ha captado la atención de las redes sociales al protagonizar un acto desesperado.

A través de un video compartido en Facebook por el usuario Ernesto Sánchez, el cubano reveló su desesperada iniciativa de dirigirse a la playa de su localidad a recolectar el vital líquido, imprescindible para su supervivencia diaria.

El protagonista del video, cuya identidad se mantiene en el anonimato, expresó su frustración por la grave carencia de agua en su área. “Mira, cogiendo agüita aquí a la orilla de la playa para poder tomar porque en Matanzas no hay agua, con una pila de manantiales que hay aquí”, exclamó visiblemente consternado por la situación.

Su gesto revela una dura realidad que enfrentan muchos cubanos, cuyas vidas cotidianas se ven afectadas por la falta de suministros básicos, debido a que las autoridades no atienden de manera integral las necesidades ciudadanas.

Con determinación, el ciudadano llenó recipientes con agua de mar para transportarla posteriormente a su hogar. “Míralo, es en la playa, no es mentira. Mira echándole agua al tanque porque no tengo en mi casa ni para lavarme el fondill*”, señaló, demostrando la autenticidad de su esfuerzo.

El hombre no solo destacó la paradoja de la situación en una región con abundantes fuentes de agua, sino que también expuso su descontento con la falta de atención a las carencias del pueblo.

La publicación del video ha provocado una avalancha de reacciones en el ciberespacio. Decenas de internautas han expresado su simpatía hacia la difícil situación del cubano. “Todo es una falta de respeto, una detrás de la otra”, comentaron algunos usuarios en línea.

Sin embargo, otros han expresado sus preocupaciones respecto a la salud y seguridad del ciudadano debido a su consumo de agua de mar y su uso para fines de higiene. También han subrayado la urgencia de resolver la crisis y la necesidad de una reforma estructural para mejorar la calidad de vida en el país.

“Pero bañarse con agua de mar es algo loco y después con qué agua dulce te la vas a quitar. Nos quieren volver locos”; “La libertad del pueblo de Cuba está en las calles. Abajo la dictadura. Libertad para el pueblo de Cuba”, sostuvieron otros.

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Some of my friends install different Linux distributions and flavors more often than they brush their teeth. I'm not afflicted with this malady, only because I'm not much of a technical person. If I were, I'd be a part of that Great Conversation about the pros and cons of the latest and greatest.

As much as I hate social media, I confess, as if I were in an AA meeting, of being a hopper, skipper, and jumper from one to another Fediverse boat, all the way back to GNU Social and Friendika (note spelling), if not before, coming down to Mastodon, Hubzilla, Misskey and Firefish. I joined Twitter in 2008, left it out of disgust, returned recently, but ever so meekly, with revived hopes, albeit not high ones.

Before I saw the light, Google kicked everyone's legs out from under them by axing their latest social attempt and Facebook began limiting what my contacts could see of my posts. Slowly, the realization dawned. OK, so I'm not too bright to start with, but even a slow brain can have a synapse connect now and again.

Nostr was the latest shiny coin to come rolling along, even though the whole crypto-thing is over my head. But the decentralized star shone brightly, so in we went. Except my posts kept disappearing and nobody could or would tell me what was happening. Switch relays, one kind person said. As if I were to know which were bad and which were good. So I abandoned the idea for the time being. Maybe when the threshold lowers and the little people can just hop right in, there might be another flicker of hope renewed.

Yet here we are on Habla, attempting another stab at it (excuse the violent figure, but hey). What is this, an appeal, a complaint, a wishful thought? Take it for what it's worth to you. We take it as another trail at whose end the Holy Grail is probably not to be found.

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In this chapter, you will learn what a bitcoin seed phrase is and what the words represent. You will learn how to create a bitcoin testnet wallet and how to revover testnet bitcoin on a different wallet. Real bitcoin transactions are sent over the main network, also known as mainnet. Testnet bitcoin is has no real world value so it gives us a low-stakes way of learning how to create bitcoin wallets. . Padawan Wallet is a testnet only wallet. Green wallet has a testnet option. Since testnet bitcoin is recorded on the testnet bitcoin blockchain, both wallets will display the same information in the same way you see the same people on Damus or Amethyst. If you have never made a bitcoin transaction or are unsure how it works, hopefully you will find this chapter helpful. If you are a Cypherpunk ninja, please share this. Constructive criticism is also welcome.

There are 2048 words in the BIP 39 wordlist Each word represents 4 digits from 0000 - 2047. The first 4 letters of each word are unique.

abandon = 0000

bacon = 0138

zoo = 2047

Before we move on, let's disect another bitcoin wallet with 12 words like a pig in a high school biology class. Scan this screen shot of a QR code Keith Mukai drew with a pen and paper template with your phone. It should be obvious that you will never take a picture of a key you hold bitcoin with on your cell phone. Don't do that. When you scan the hand drawn QR code with a mobile phone, this number will appear on your screen:

113501140662064312980397197212600826068006871766

Try it yourself.

4 digits in this number translate into a word on the BIP39 wordlist. There are 48 digits. 48 / 4 = 12. This is a 12 word seed phrase with 128 bits of entropy.

1) 1135 2) 0114 3) 0662 4) 0643 5) 1298 6) 0397 7) 1972 8) 1260 9) 0826 10) 0680 11) 0687 12) 1766

We don't need to buy a rasberry pi and create our own Seed Signer to obtain the key from this QR code. We can obtain the seed words by looking them up on the Bip39 wordlist and subtracting 1 to get the word.

1) 1135 = misery 2) 0114 = asthma 3) 0662 = famous 4) 0643 = expand 5) 1298 = pear 6) 0397 = cousin 7) 1972 = wagon 8) 1260 = outer 9) 0826 = grunt 10) 0680 = feel 11) 0687 = fiber 12) 1766 = symptom

We can verify this by typing the words into Ian Coleman's BIP39 Tool.

1135 -1 = 1134. Therefore misery is word 1134 on the BIP9 wordlist

0680 - 1 = 689 feel because it is word 679 on the BIP39 wordlist. Notice how the zeros count because it is part of a longer number.

We do this becase it is easier for humans to remember these 12 words than it is to remember 113501140662064312980397197212600826068006871766. The 12 words are just a mnemonic to make it easier to write down or remember if you become a refugee.

Now that we understand what a bitcoin wallet is, let's create our first bitcoin testnet wallet. Remember: bitcoin on the testnet network has no real world value. Take the time to carefully follow the instructions to learn how bitcoin wallets work, but if you make a mistake, you won't lose any real money. If you have bitcoin IOU's on an exchange because you are too afraid of using bitcoin, you have no reason to be afraid of making a testnet wallet.
Step 1) Download the Padawan Wallet.

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Don't think different. Think adversarial. Apple might make the phones all the cool kids want for Christmas. They might have the Bitcoin White paper hidden in their computers, but they also banned bitcoin wallets in 2014 and nostr zaps in 2023. You can pick up a used Google Pixel 4 for less than a hundred bucks on swappa.com. You could also install the Padowan wallet on Google Play, but think adversarial. Download the APK file on github in case Google bans you. If they ban downloading APK files, install Graphene OS and Obtanium. These tools are a little complicated for a book entitled the Easy Way To Take Self-Custody of Your Bitcoin, but keep these options in mind in case you need them. It may not be as easy as Google Play, but it's not that hard either.

Step 2) Tap Menu > Recover Phrase. You will see 12 words that look something like this:

Your words will be different, of course, but these are the words you will use to recover your wallet later. This seed phrase is 12 words. Each word represents a four digit number from 0000 to 1247. To show you how this works, we can use Ian Coleman's BIP39 tool. Before we begin, you must solemnly swear to NEVER ENTER A BITCOIN SEED PHRASE MEANT FOR COLD STORAGE INTO A WEBSITE. Hot wallets are necessary for coinjoins and we will go over this later. Far too many people have recieved phisshing emails that say their bitcoin is at risk, please put your seed phrase into this website to recover it. They panic. "Oh no. I don't want to lose all my bitcoin. I should put my ledger seed words into this very professional looking website. The email is from ledger.com so it must be legit. DON'T DO IT! IT'S A TRAP! You will lose all the bitcoin you controlled with that wallet.

You can enter a testnet seed phrase into the Internet though because the testnet Bitcoin has as much value as monopoly money. When we enter these 12 words into the mnemonic code converter, we can look deep inside the anatomy of our practice bitcoin wallet. The first sentence on this website tells us:

Notice how we can't just type 12 random words into the Mnemonic Code Conveter. This helps us enter the words correctly. The words for my Padawan Wallet are:

theory pen whale unique inch include emerge light obscure avocado battle vacant

Write Down your words .

Hardware wallets often come with cardboard cards with numbers and branding on them. The author does prefers to use index cards. You could make an argument for acid free paper, but I like to engrave my seeds in steel and place them in a security envelope with the index card. I find the index card easier t read. Pro Tip: Take your time. Right legibly. I once had a wallet with the word "store" that I couldn't recover for a couple years because my poor penmanship made the word look like "stove."

What if I read the eleventh word "bacon" instead of "battle" by accident?

As you can see, these 12 words to do not create a valid bitcoin wallet.

There is no address associated with these words.

This is because a bitcoin seed phrase is a random number, but the last 4 digits are calculated to prevent such accidents.

According to Yan Pritzker, in the book Inventing Bitcoin:

"Guessing the entire key would be similar to guessing a specific atom in the universe, or winning the Powerball 9 times in a row: One chance in 115,792,089,237;316,195,423,570,985,008,687,907,853,269,984,665,640,564,039,457,584,007,913,129,639,936."

The numbers must be in the exact order and the last four must be caulculated. It's not like you can just enter 12 random words from a forutne cookie. They need to be specific words from the BIP39 wordlist and the last word must be calculated as a checksum. Next we will get some testnet bitcoin, but first--Double check the words. When you create a real bitcoin wallet, you should triple check.

Get Some Testnet BitCoin

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2) Click Get Coins. You should get 75,000 testnet sats, but since I did it twice, I got 150,000 testnet sats,

Go back to the main menu

Click the menu button

Click Send testnet coins back

4) You will see a testnet wallet address. Copy the testnet address. Then navigate back to the wallet, paste the address and click send.

Confirm the amount.

The transaction should confirm soon. If it hasn't in about ten minutes, click sync. Write down your balance. We will use this to verify our wallet is correct in the next section

Delete The Padawan Wallet From your Phone.

Padawan does not give you an option to restore your wallet. Wallets do break. I have had a real bitcoin wallet fail me. This was stressful, but I was able to recover my sats. Bitcoin is not stored on a hardware wallet. The key is stored on the hardware wallet. That is why many bitcoiners refer to wallets as a signing device. It's a better term, but I'm old school. Whatever you call it, bitcoin is stored on the bitcoin time chain. It's like a mailbox in the sky. Anyone can place an envelope in a mailbox in the same way anyone can send bitcoin to a bitcoin address. Only the mail carrier with the key can open the mailbox can send the envelopes inside. In the same way, only the person with the key can send bitcoin associated with the addresses calculated for that wallet,

Install Green Wallet by Blockstream

Green Wallet is a mobile wallet developed by Blockstream, a company nuilding bitcoin infrastructure. It is founded by Adam Back, who you might remember from the last chapter. He is the guy who discovered hashcash and Satoshi cited hashcash in the White Paper. You can download this wallet on F-Droid. It's also available on Google Play and the app store if you're into that sort of thing, and I already told you how I feel about these walled gardens, but I won't waste anymore time preaching.

Step 1) Install and update the app

Step2) Check the "I agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Click on app settings in the lower right-hand corner.

Step 3) Toggle enable testnet button. Then navigate back to the first screen.

Step 4) Tap Add Wallet

Step 5) Tap Restore Wallet

Tap Testnet under the Select Network Menu

Step 6) Enter the 12 recovery words you wrote down when you first set up your Padawan Wallet These are the words you wrote on an index card.

Notice how the words auto- populate as you type. If you type 4 letters, you will only see one word. Click Continue when finished.

You'll need to set a PIn. Then you will need to verify the PIN. Click Continue once you are done. Write this PIN down and keep it with the seed. Your PIN is a secret, but if someone finds your seed words, you're PIN doesn't matter. Blockstream did not let me take a screen shot of the PIN setting process, but it's self-explantory.

Step 7) Verify this is your wallet

We have 0.0006569 Testnet Bitcoin or 65,690 sats. This is exactly how much we had in our Padawan Wallet.

Two Tesnet Wallets, One Seed Phrase

How did this happen? Maybe Green Wallet and Padawan Wallet colluded somehow, but that seems unlikely. If we wanted to verify this the hard way, we could check the addresses and set up an air gapped computer, but this is the easy way. The most likely explanation for these two amounts matching is math that was verified on the bitcoin testnet network and the nodes verified the transactions associated to this public key. Therefore, we conclude that our seed phrase is correct and we can be sure to have access to these testnet sats as long as we have our 12 words. We were not able to recover our testnet bitcoin on Padawan once we deleted the wallet, but still recovered our testnet bitcoin using green wallet. Most Hardware Wallets are Interoperable There are a few exceptions like Muun Wallet or Tap Signer, but if your hardware wallet goes out of business or breaks you will be able to recover it on any other wallet.(Even the tap signer, but it's more complex) This is because our bitcoin is not inside the wallet. It is on the thousands of computers around the world. I just demonstrated this with testnet, but bitcoin works the same way. Michael Saylor compares this to an inpenatrable safe deposit box in the sky. You might think the money is on the Internet, but that's not the whole story. It is on an inpenatrable network. Transactions can be broadcast via satellite *too. Only the person with our key can spend these testnet bitcoin. This is why you must keep your keys safe. Anyone with your seed phrase has access to your safe deposit box in the sky.

Although testnet bitcoin has no real-world value--they are still hard to come by. Therefoere, if you don't plan on using these testnet sats again anytime soon, please send the testnet sats back to the padawan wallet.

Now that you know how to create and recover a testnet bitcoin wallet, it's time to take the next step: Set Up A Cold Card

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In recent years, exchanges across the globe have been shutting their doors to customers simply because a sovereign state has decreed it. X7 is designed to overcome those shortcomings and give power back to the people. A quick definition of terms is in order to ensure the message is consistent and the community is able to understand what each term means.

Permissionless

No individual, organization, or sovereign state actor shall infringe on the functionality and usability of X7’s system. We believe the world is better with free speech and freedom and our system is designed to prevent asking permission to interact with the system.

Trustless

Traditional loan systems have a problem with trust. Principle among them, is the trust that your loan will be repaid. X7’s DEX is able to allow trustless loans between the Lending Pool and the Initial Liquidity Loan Requestor, leading to higher market capitalization and access to capital.

Censorship Resistant

Multinational corporations exert massive control over the finances of everyday people and recent stories of Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal blacklisting ordinary citizens from transacting on their networks highlight the need for a system to be resilient and resistant to those forms of censorship.

Decentralized Architecture

Engineering a system to not have single points of failure is a difficult task. X7 will run all parts of the system in multiple locations and open-source the final product so anyone can run the source code anywhere.

Decentralized Governance

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บทความนี้ผู้เขียนได้เคยเผยแพร่บนเว็บไซต์ Right Shift ไปแล้วนะครับ และได้ขออนุญาตผู้เกี่ยวข้องเพื่อเพิ่มช่องทางการเผยแพร่องค์ความรู้นี้ให้ผู้ที่สนใจสามารถศึกษาได้จากหลาย ๆ แหล่งครับ รวมทั้งหากว่ามีท่านผู้อ่านที่มีไอเดียอื่น ๆ ที่จะเป็นประโยชน์ต่อส่วนรวมก็สามารถที่จะร่วมสนทนากันได้ครับ :)

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ก่อนอื่นต้องขอบอกไว้ก่อนว่า “บทความนี้ไม่ได้เหมาะกับทุกคน” โดยเฉพาะคนที่มี Hardware Wallet (HW) และใช้งานได้อย่างน่าพอใจแล้ว หรือคนที่สะสมบิตคอยน์ไปเรื่อย ๆ โดยไม่ได้คิดจะใช้งานหรือโอนออก แต่ถ้าคุณเป็นคนชอบทำอะไรใหม่ ๆ ชอบใช้ประโยชน์จาก Open-Source Software ที่มีอยู่แล้วให้เกิดประสิทธิภาพสูงสุด หรือชอบประยุกต์ใช้วิธีการใหม่ ๆ ในการใช้งานบิตคอยน์ (แบบ On Chain) บทความนี้อาจตอบโจทย์คุณ!

บทความนี้จะเป็นการเสนอแนะไอเดียการสร้าง Highly Secure Device สำหรับไว้ Sign Transaction ด้วย Flashdrive ราคาหลักร้อยบาท แต่เราจะประยุกต์ให้มีลักษณะการทำงานคล้าย Air-gap Wallet ให้มากที่สุด

แต่อย่างไรก็ตาม การกระทำใด ๆ ที่เป็นการนำ BIP39 Seed Phrase มากรอกลงในอุปกรณ์อิเล็กทรอนิกส์ ก็คือการเพิ่มช่องโหว่ของกระบวนการการเก็บรักษาบิตคอยน์ ผู้เขียนจึงอยากจะเน้นย้ำตรงนี้อีกครั้ง “บทความนี้ไม่ได้เหมาะกับทุกคน” แต่เดี๋ยวผู้เขียนจะมีรายละเอียดต่าง ๆ และข้อควรพิจารณาไว้ให้ท่านผู้อ่านได้ลองศึกษาทำความเข้าใจก่อน ... ถ้าพร้อมแล้วไปเริ่มต้นกันเลยครับ!

บทความนี้เหมาะกับใคร? - ผู้ที่สร้าง Wallet ด้วย Tails OS + Sparrow (ทั้ง Single-Signature และ Multi-Signature Wallet) ด้วยวิธีการตามบทความใน Right Shift เรื่อง "จับมือทำ“อยากมี Multisig Wallet แบบฟรีๆ และปลอดภัยแน่นอน” ทำอย่างไรดี ?” - ผู้ที่ยังไม่มี Hardware Wallet แต่อยากจะสร้าง Software Wallet ไว้สำหรับเก็บและใช้งานบิตคอยน์บ่อย ๆ (ถ้าจะเก็บอย่างเดียว บทความนี้ก็ไม่จำเป็น) - ผู้ที่มี Hardware Wallet แล้วอย่างน้อย 1 อัน แต่อยากสร้างเป็น Multisig Wallet โดยการใช้ Hardware Wallet 1 อัน + Software Wallet 2 อัน และบันทึกไฟล์ Sparrow Wallet Database ไว้สำหรับ Sign Transaction (หรือผู้ที่ใช้งานบิตคอยน์นั่นเอง) - ผู้ที่อยากลองเล่นอะไรใหม่ ๆ หรือทำความเข้าใจระบบใหม่ ๆ รวมทั้งสามารถใช้เป็นการสำรอง (Backup) ไฟล์ Wallet ของเราได้อีกด้วย

บทความนี้ไม่เหมาะกับใคร? - ผู้ที่ไม่อยากเพิ่มความเสี่ยงให้กับ Seed ของตนเอง เพราะต้องนำ Seed ไปกรอกในโปรแกรม Sparrow เพื่อสร้าง Software Wallet - ผู้ที่มี Hardware Wallet แล้ว และใช้งานเบื้องต้นได้เป็นอย่างดี รวมทั้งพึงพอใจกับการใช้งาน Hardware Wallet อยู่แล้ว - ผู้ที่มีปัญหาเรื่องการจำรหัสผ่าน หรือใช้รหัสผ่านซ้ำ ๆ ในหลาย ๆ เว็บ หรือหลาย ๆ อุปกรณ์ (ซึ่งข้อนี้อันตรายอย่างยิ่ง) - ผู้ที่มีอาการ Panic Disorder ไม่ว่าจะเป็นเรื่องช่องโหว่ (Exploit) ต่าง ๆ ของระบบคอมพิวเตอร์ กลัวการถูกเจาะข้อมูล/อ่านแรม หรืออื่น ๆ แต่ผู้เขียนขอยืนยันว่ากระบวนการต่าง ๆ ที่กำลังจะนำเสนอนั้น มีความปลอดภัยแน่นอนหากทำตามได้อย่างถูกต้อง และต้องอยู่ในสภาวะแวดล้อมที่ปลอดภัย (แน่นอนว่าต้องใช้คอมพิวเตอร์ของตนเองเท่านั้น)

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สำหรับท่านผู้อ่านที่ได้วิเคราะห์ความต้องการของตนเองแล้ว และอยากจะลองทำตามวิธีการในบทความนี้ เพื่อให้เกิดความมั่นใจต่อความปลอดภัยของข้อมูล ผมอยากจะขอเริ่มต้นจากระบบที่จะนำมาใช้ในบทความนี้ครับ

โดยหลักการ คือ เราจะใช้ Flashdrive จำนวน 1 อัน (ขนาดอย่างน้อย 16 GB) และสร้างเป็น Tails OS USB Bootable ไว้เรียบร้อย (วิธีการสร้าง Tails OS USB สามารถทำตามคู่มือการติดตั้ง (Install Tails) จากเว็บไซต์ผู้ผลิตได้เลยครับ หรือสามารถไปดูวิธีการได้จากบทความใน Right Shift เรื่อง "จับมือทำ “อยากมี Multisig Wallet แบบฟรีๆ และปลอดภัยแน่นอน” ทำอย่างไรดี ?" ในหัวข้อที่ 3. สร้าง Bootable Flashdrive สำหรับ “Secure Machine” โดยจะใช้โปรแกรม balenaEtcher Format USB Stick พร้อมกับติดตั้งระบบ Tails OS) จากนั้นเราจะ Format พื้นที่ที่เป็น Free Space ส่วนที่เหลือของ Flashdrive ให้เป็น Encrypted Drive + Shared Drive

สรุป คือ ไดรฟ์ที่เราจะมีใน Flashdrive นี้เมื่อสร้างเสร็จเรียบร้อยแล้วก็คือ - Tails OS Drive : ไดรฟ์ของระบบ Tails OS - Encrypted Drive : ไดรฟ์นี้จะเข้ารหัสแบบ AES 256 bit และใช้ Passphrase เป็น Masterkey ในการเข้าถึงข้อมูลต่าง ๆ ภายในไดรฟ์ - Shared Drive : ไดรฟ์นี้จะเป็นรูปแบบ FAT32 ปกติธรรมดา ไว้สำหรับถ่ายโอนข้อมูล เช่น ไฟล์ PSBT หรือไว้อัปเดตไฟล์ของตัวโปรแกรม Sparrow

หากว่าท่านใดแคลงใจเกี่ยวกับความปลอดภัยของ Encrypted Drive สามารถไปศึกษาเพิ่มเติมได้จาก Disk Encryption User Guide ซึ่งถ้าจะให้ผู้เขียนสรุปให้ง่าย ๆ คือ เราจะใช้รูปแบบการเข้ารหัสไดรฟ์ที่ชื่อว่า “LUKS (Linux Unified Key Setup)” ซึ่งเป็นการทำงานในระดับชั้นของ Low-Level โดยใช้ Strong Encryption Algorithms และ Passphrase-Based Authentication จึงสามารถมั่นใจในเรื่องของความปลอดภัยได้อย่างแน่นอน

แต่อย่างไรก็ตาม ระดับความปลอดภัยจะขึ้นอยู่กับ “ความยาว” และ “ความยาก” ของ Passphrase ที่เรากำหนดด้วย ซึ่งต้องไม่สามารถคาดเดาได้ เนื่องจากมันเป็น “กำแพงด่านแรก” ในการเข้าถึงข้อมูลที่เป็น Master Private Key ของ Wallet เรา

สาเหตุที่ผู้เขียนกล่าวว่าเป็นกำแพงด่านแรก เพราะว่าเรายังสามารถสร้าง “กำแพงด่านที่สอง” นั่นคือ Sparrow Wallet Password ได้อีกชั้น โดยแนะนำให้ใช้รหัสคนละชุดกันนะครับ

แต่ถ้ามีคนถามว่า “หากเราลืมรหัสผ่านหรือ Passphrase ล่ะ จะทำอย่างไรดี?” ผู้เขียนขอตอบว่าไม่ยากเลยครับ เราก็แค่ Format Encrypted Drive นั้นใหม่ แล้วตั้ง Passphrase ใหม่ จากนั้นไปนำ Seed ที่เราเก็บไว้ใน Wallet ของเรา มาสร้าง Software Wallet โดยใช้ Sparrow App ใหม่อีกครั้ง แล้วบันทึกไฟล์ Sparrow Wallet Database ลงไปในไดรฟ์ที่เข้ารหัส ก็จะมีอุปกรณ์ไว้ Sign Transaction เช่นเดิมแล้วครับ

วิธีการนี้ถ้าจะเปรียบกับการ Recovery Hardware Wallet ก็คงไม่ต่างกัน อ้อ….การทำใหม่ทั้งหมดนี้ต้องทำบน Tails OS แบบ Offline Mode เท่านั้นนะครับ

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มาเริ่มต้นกันเลย ถ้าท่านผู้อ่านมาจนถึงตรงนี้ แสดงว่าพร้อมที่จะสำรวจโลก Highly Secure Device ไปพร้อมกันแล้ว.. มาเริ่มกันเลยครับ!

ขั้นตอนที่ 1 : ให้ทุกท่านปรับค่าการ Boot ของ Bios/UEFI ของคอมพิวเตอร์ตนเอง ให้สามารถบูตเข้า USB Drive ได้นะครับ ซึ่งถ้าเข้าถึงหน้านี้ได้แสดงว่าสามารถบูตเข้า Tails OS ได้สำเร็จ จากนั้นให้เลือก Tails และกด Enter หรือปล่อยไว้ประมาณ 5 วินาที เครื่องก็จะบูตเองโดยอัตโนมัติ

ขั้นตอนที่ 2 : ห้ามลืมตั้งค่า Additional Settings นะครับ โดยเฉพาะ Administration Password กับเลือกเป็น Offline Mode เพื่อ Disable all networking ครับ

ขั้นตอนที่ 3 : เข้าไปยัง Applications > Utilities > Disks เพื่อเข้า Disks Manager Application ของ Tails OS สำหรับการสร้างไดรฟ์ต่อไป

ขั้นตอนที่ 4 : แถบทางซ้ายมือจะมีรายชื่อของ Disk ในคอมพิวเตอร์เราขึ้นมาครับ ให้เลือกตัวที่เป็น Flashdrive โดยการ Confirm จากชื่อของ Device และขนาดของ Drive ครับ (ข้อควรระวังคือห้ามเลือกผิดนะครับ) หรือดูจาก Volumes ที่มี ซึ่งจะมีเพียง Partition ของ Tails OS กับพื้นที่ส่วนของ Free Space เท่านั้น

ขั้นตอนที่ 5 : คลิกที่ส่วนของ Free Space และคลิกที่เครื่องหมาย + เพื่อสร้าง Partition ขึ้นมาใหม่ (Create partition in unallocated space)

ขั้นตอนที่ 6 : กำหนดขนาดของไดรฟ์ได้เลย โดยอันนี้เราจะสร้างเป็น Encrypted Partition นะครับ (ในตัวอย่างสร้างขนาด 10.0 GB) จากนั้นคลิกที่ Next

ขั้นตอนที่ 7 : ให้ตั้งชื่อ Volume และคลิกเลือกตรงเมนู Type เป็น “Internal disk for use with Linux systems only (Ext4)” พร้อมติ๊กที่ “Password protect volume (LUKS)” จากนั้นคลิก Next

ขั้นตอนนี้เป็นการเลือกว่าเราจะเข้ารหัสแบบ Linux Unified Key Setup (LUKS) และหากว่าใช้ Tails OS Version ใหม่ ๆ จะเป็น LUKS Version 2 ซึ่งมีความปลอดภัยมากขึ้นอีกครับ

ขั้นตอนที่ 8 : กำหนด Passphrase สำหรับเข้ารหัสไดรฟ์ให้เรียบร้อย (ยิ่งยาวยิ่งปลอดภัยต่อการ Brute Force Attack) จากนั้นคลิกที่ Create ซึ่งสาเหตุที่เรียกว่า Passphrase นั้นเป็นเพราะเราสามารถตั้งเป็นคำพูด เป็นประโยค หรือเป็นรหัสผ่านทั่ว ๆ ไปก็ได้เช่นกัน มีคำแนะนำให้ใช้ตัวใหญ่ตัวเล็กและตัวเลขปน ๆ กัน เพื่อความยากในการเดา

ขั้นตอนที่ 9 : ถ้าขึ้นหน้าต่าง Authentication Required ให้กรอก amnesia password ให้นำ Administration Password ที่เรากำหนดไปในขั้นตอนที่ 2 มากรอกนะครับ (รวมถึงหลาย ๆ ขั้นตอนหลังจากนี้ก็จะมีการถามเช่นเดียวกัน) จากนั้นคลิกที่ Authenticate

ขั้นตอนที่ 10 : ถึงขั้นตอนนี้เราก็จะได้ Encrypted Drive เพิ่มมา 1 อัน โดยจะเห็นว่ามีรายละเอียดเขียนว่า Contents : LUKS Encryption (version 1) - Unlocked หมายถึงว่าเป็นไดรฟ์ที่เข้ารหัสแต่ถูกปลดล็อกไว้ โดยถ้าเราไปเข้าไดรฟ์ที่ Files Application เราก็จะสามารถเข้าถึงไดรฟ์นี้ได้เลย

ขั้นตอนที่ 11 : จากนั้นให้คลิกที่พื้นที่ Free Space ที่เหลือ เพื่อสร้าง Shared Drive สำหรับใช้ร่วมกันระหว่าง Platform ครับ โดยการคลิกที่เครื่องหมาย + เช่นเดิม (ไดรฟ์นี้สร้างขึ้นเพื่อเอาไว้สำหรับวางไฟล์ที่จำเป็น ในกรณีนี้คือการวางไฟล์ PSBT ที่เราสร้างจาก Watch-only Wallet จาก Sparrow ที่เชื่อมต่ออยู่กับ Node ซึ่งอาจจะอยู่บนคอมพิวเตอร์เครื่องเดียวกัน หรือคนละเครื่องกันก็ได้)

ขั้นตอนที่ 12 : กำหนดพื้นที่ได้เลยครับ ตามตัวอย่างก็จะใช้พื้นที่ที่เหลือทั้งหมดในการสร้าง Shared Drive ครับ จากนั้นคลิกที่ Next

ขั้นตอนที่ 13 : ให้ตั้งชื่อไดรฟ์ และตรง Type ให้เลือกเป็น “FAT” ครับ เพื่อใช้ร่วมกันได้ทั้ง Windows/Mac/Linux (หากใช้งานร่วมเฉพาะ Windows สามารถเลือก NTFS ได้)

ขั้นตอนที่ 14 : เมื่อถึงขั้นตอนนี้ Flashdrive ของเราก็จะประกอบไปด้วย 3 ไดรฟ์หลัก ดังนี้

• Tails OS Partition (ไดรฟ์ของระบบ Tails OS)
• Encrypted Partition (ไดรฟ์ที่ถูกเข้ารหัส ซึ่งเราจะเก็บไฟล์ Software Wallet Database ไว้ในนี้เท่านั้น)
• Shared Drive Parition (ไดรฟ์ที่ไม่ถูกเข้ารหัส หรือทำหน้าที่เป็นไดรฟ์ธรรมดาที่สามารถมองเห็นได้จากทุก Operating System)

ขั้นตอนที่ 15 : ถึงตอนนี้ขอให้เรา Restart Tails OS และบูตใหม่ก่อน เพื่อเป็นการทดสอบไดรฟ์ที่เราเพิ่งสร้างขึ้นมาว่าถูกเข้ารหัสและปลดล็อกได้ โดยการคลิกที่มุมขวาบน และเลือกเมนู Restart

ขั้นตอนที่ 16 : เมื่อบูตเข้า Tails OS มาใหม่ อย่าลืมตั้งค่า Administration Password และ Set Offline Mode ตามขั้นตอนที่ 2 นะครับ (จำเป็นมาก) จากนั้นไปที่เมนู Applications > Accessories > Files เพื่อเข้าสู่ Files สำหรับเข้าถึงไดรฟ์ (เปรียบเสมือน Windows Explorer หรือ Finder ของ MacOS)

ขั้นตอนที่ 17 : ที่ Files เราจะเห็นไดรฟ์ที่เราสร้างเพิ่มขึ้นมา ให้เราคลิกเมาส์ไปที่ไดรฟ์นั้นครับ โดยจะแบ่งเป็น 2 ไดรฟ์ใหม่ คือ ไดรฟ์ที่ถูกเข้ารหัส และไดรฟ์ที่ไม่ถูกเข้ารหัส

ขั้นตอนที่ 18 : ถ้าเป็นไดรฟ์ที่ Encrypted ต้องกรอก Passphrase ที่เราตั้งค่าไว้ในขั้นตอนที่ 8 จากนั้นคลิกที่ Unlock (หากรหัสผิดก็กรอกใหม่ได้เรื่อย ๆ ไม่มีการจำกัดจำนวนครั้ง)

ขั้นตอนที่ 19 : กรอก Administration Password เช่นเดิม

ขั้นตอนที่ 20 : ถึงตอนนี้เราก็จะสามารถเข้าถึงข้อมูลในไดรฟ์ที่เข้ารหัสไว้เรียบร้อย โดยไดรฟ์นี้เราจะเก็บไฟล์ Wallet Database ของ Software Wallet ที่สร้างโดย Sparrow

ขั้นตอนที่ 21 : จากนั้นให้คลิกที่ Shared Drive และกรอก Administration Password เช่นเดิม

ขั้นตอนที่ 22 : ไดรฟ์ที่ถูกเข้ารหัสนี้เราจะเก็บไฟล์ Database ของ Software Wallet ที่สร้างโดย Sparrow (ตามตัวอย่างคือ Software Wallet ของ Multisig ทั้ง 2 อัน) ส่วน Shared Drive มีไว้สำหรับ Transfer PSBT File จาก Windows/MacOS เพื่อมา Sign Transaction ใน Tails OS รวมถึงไฟล์อื่น ๆ ที่จำเป็น เช่น App Sparrow ที่อัปเดต (เนื่องจากเราต้องโหลดโปรแกรมจากคอมพิวเตอร์ที่ต่ออินเทอร์เน็ต จึงต้องมีไดรฟ์นี้ไว้แชร์ข้อมูล)

ขั้นตอนที่ 23 : ในที่นี้จะขอไม่กล่าวถึงการรัน Sparrow นะครับ สามารถไปดูวิธีการได้จากบทความใน Right Shift เรื่อง "จับมือทำ “อยากมี Multisig Wallet แบบฟรีๆ และปลอดภัยแน่นอน” ทำอย่างไรดี ?" ในหัวข้อที่ 4. มาเริ่มลงมือทำ Wallet กันครับ ขั้นตอนที่ 12 ถึง 17 ในภาพนี้จะเป็นตัวอย่างการเปิด Unsigned Transaction จากไฟล์ PSBT ที่เราบันทึกมาจาก Sparrow บน Windows (โดยสร้าง Transaction มาจาก Watch-only Wallet และบันทึกเป็น .psbt)

ขั้นตอนที่ 24 : เลือกไฟล์ .psbt ที่บันทึกไว้ใน Shared Drive (ตามตัวอย่างของผู้เขียน จะแยกโฟลเดอร์ของไฟล์ .psbt ไว้ แต่ไม่จำเป็นต้องทำตามนี้ก็ได้ สามารถวางไฟล์ไว้ที่ Root ของ Shared Drive ได้เลยครับ)

ขั้นตอนที่ 25 : ทำการ Sign Tx (Transaction) โดยใช้เปิดไฟล์ Software Wallet ที่อยู่ใน Encrypted Drive และ Sign Tx ตามปกติ ในตัวอย่างคือ Multisig 2-of-3 จากนั้นคลิกที่ Save Final Transaction ที่ผ่านการ Signed เรียบร้อยแล้ว กลับไปยัง Shared Drive

ขั้นตอนที่ 26 : ให้บันทึกไฟล์ .psbt ที่ผ่านการ Signed Tx แล้วไว้ใน Shared Drive เพื่อนำไป Broadcast ต่อในคอมพิวเตอร์เครื่องที่เชื่อมต่ออินเทอร์เน็ต

หากอุปกรณ์ที่ใช้ Broadcast Transaction มีกล้อง (เช่น ใช้ App Blue Wallet ในโทรศัพท์มือถือ) สามารถเลือกใช้การ "Show PSBT as QR..." แทนการบันทึกไฟล์ เพื่อให้สะดวกต่อการนำ PSBT ที่ Signed Tx จาก Tails OS แล้วมา Broadcast ครับ

ขั้นตอนที่ 27 : ตัวอย่างเมื่อนำไฟล์ PSBT ที่ Signed Tx จาก Tails OS แล้ว มาเปิดใน Sparrow ที่เชื่อมต่อกับ Node ก็พร้อมให้เรา Broadcast Transaction ต่อไป

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ถึงตรงนี้ก็เสร็จสิ้นกันไปสำหรับการทำ “Highly Secure Device” ครับ สาเหตุที่ผมกล่าวว่ามันมีลักษณะคล้ายกับ Air-gap Wallet เพราะว่าเราแยกระบบออกมาจากระบบหลักในคอมพิวเตอร์ ถึงแม้ว่าความรู้สึกของเราจะบอกว่ามันคือการ Singed Tx บนคอมพิวเตอร์ก็ตาม แต่หากว่าเราทำแบบรัดกุมทุก ๆ ขั้นตอน ก็สามารถมั่นใจได้ว่า Master Private Key ของเราที่อยู่ใน Encrypted Drive จะไม่มีทางหลุดรอดออกไปสู่โลกอินเทอร์เน็ตอย่างแน่นอน และระบบ Tails OS นั้นเรียกได้ว่าเป็นระบบที่สร้างความยากต่อผู้ที่ไม่ประสงค์ดี เช่น แอบดักข้อมูลโดยการอ่านใน RAM/ROM (โดยหลักการถือว่ายาก เพราะต้องเข้าถึง Physical ของเป้าหมาย ผู้เขียนจึงแนะนำให้ใช้คอมพิวเตอร์ของตนเองในการทำ) และใช้หลักการที่เรียกว่า "Live" Boot Process หรือการบูตโดยตรงจาก USB/DVD โดยไม่ไปเปลี่ยนแปลงหรือเขียนข้อมูลใด ๆ ลงบน Hard Drive ที่อยู่บนคอมพิวเตอร์

เพื่อให้เกิดความสบายใจยิ่งขึ้น ผู้เขียนขอปิดท้ายด้วยการนำเสนอโครงสร้างของ Flashdrive ที่เราทำเสร็จแล้ว เมื่อมองจากระบบอื่นที่ไม่ใช่ Linux Base ดังนี้

• เมื่อลองมองโครงสร้าง Partition จาก Disk Management ของ Windows จะพบว่าไดรฟ์ที่ถูกเข้ารหัสไว้จะไม่สามารถมองเห็นรายละเอียดได้

• เช่นเดียวกันกับ Disk Utility ของ macOS ที่ไม่สามารถมองเห็นรายละเอียดของ Partition ที่เข้ารหัสไว้ได้ แต่มองเห็น Partition ส่วนที่เป็น Shared Drive ได้ตามปกติ

• สุดท้าย เมื่อลองมองโครงสร้าง Partition จาก EaseUS Partition Master 13.8 พบว่าไดรฟ์ที่ถูกเข้ารหัส ไม่สามารถอ่านข้อมูลได้ โดยมองเป็น Unused Partition ทั้งหมด

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บทส่งท้าย

ขอย้อนกลับไปตอนช่วงต้นของบทความเล็กน้อยครับ ตามที่ผู้เขียนได้กล่าวไปว่า “บทความนี้อาจจะไม่ได้เหมาะกับทุกคน” เพราะบางครั้งท่านผู้อ่านก็ไม่มีความจำเป็นต้องทำอะไรที่มันยุ่งยากแบบนี้ ลำพังมีแค่ Hardware Wallet สักอันนึง และเก็บ Seedphase ลงบนแผ่นโลหะดี ๆ ก็สบายใจได้แล้ว

แต่อย่างน้อยผู้เขียนอยากให้ไอเดียนี้ได้ถูกนำไปต่อยอด โดยอาจจะมีผู้อ่านบางท่านผ่านตาบทความนี้แล้วเกิดไอเดียใหม่ ๆ ขึ้นมา ก็อยากให้นำไอเดียใหม่ ๆ เหล่านั้นมาช่วยกันต่อยอด หรือพัฒนาบางสิ่งบางอย่างให้ดีมากขึ้นต่อไป

โดยส่วนตัวของผู้เขียนพบว่าไอเดียนี้ช่วยสร้างความมั่นใจในการเก็บรักษาบิตคอยน์ในรูปแบบ Multisig Wallet และมั่นใจว่าเราสามารถใช้บิตคอยน์ที่เรามีได้เมื่อถึงเวลาที่เราต้องใช้ครับ

พบกันใหม่ในบทความหน้า สวัสดีครับ ^_^

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Hello ! Today I'll said about "Why do I have confidence in Bitcoin?"

I live in a country in Asia, where during the time I was born, I encountered the Tom Yum Kung crisis from Thailand (although at that time I wasn't a child and didn't know much about the situation, I still remember that it was a period of my childhood where I didn't feel much fun). The impact was also transmitted to my family.

In my country, regardless of which government was elected, just a few years later there would be a coup d'état, and the military would take over. This cycle has repeated from the time I was born until the present, with more than 4-5 coups already.

If you've read up to this point, you might sometimes know what country I am in.

I've seen food prices gradually rise since I was a child. The money I had in my piggy bank from when I was a kid, which I used to think could buy food for many months, today only lasts a few weeks.

This has made me realize the devaluation of the currency in the country. Before I started studying Bitcoin seriously, even though it might have seemed too complicated at the beginning, from that day until now, the start was never too late or slow.

This is why I want to recommend to others to turn their attention to studying Bitcoin.

This is an article that I want everyone who reads to understand. Sometimes, the fiat currency in the country you are in might be better than in my country. But if you haven't started studying Bitcoin yet, someday your country might end up being like mine.

Thank you for read. :))

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Hola a todos los entusiastas del bitcoin, inversores y seguidores de los mercados de criptomonedas. Si alguna vez has sentido que tu corazón late rápidamente mientras observas un gráfico de velas rojas y verdes, no estás solo. La ansiedad es un compañero común en el mundo de las inversiones, y hoy, vamos a explorarla en profundidad.

Primero hablemos sobre ¿Qué es la Ansiedad?.

La ansiedad es una reacción natural del cuerpo ante el estrés y los peligros. Es un sentimiento de temor o aprehensión sobre lo que está por venir. En niveles bajos, puede ayudarnos a estar alerta y centrados. Sin embargo, cuando se sale de control, puede ser debilitante y afectar nuestras decisiones y bienestar.

Relación entre la Ansiedad y las Inversiones.

Las inversiones, por naturaleza, implican riesgo. Y donde hay riesgo, hay incertidumbre. Este último es un caldo de cultivo para la ansiedad. Los bear markets, donde los precios caen y el pesimismo prevalece, pueden hacer que los inversores teman perderlo todo. Por otro lado, los bull markets, con su euforia y rápidos incrementos de valor, pueden generar ansiedad sobre cuándo vender o si se ha perdido una oportunidad.

La Ansiedad en el Mundo de las Criptomonedas

Las criptomonedas, con su volatilidad característica, amplifican este juego emocional. Las noticias, rumores o simples tuits pueden desencadenar enormes fluctuaciones de precios. Esta naturaleza impredecible puede hacer que incluso los inversores más experimentados se sientan ansiosos.

¿Cómo Afecta la Ansiedad a los Inversores?

La ansiedad puede llevar a tomar decisiones impulsivas o basadas en el miedo en lugar de en un análisis racional. Un inversor ansioso podría vender precipitadamente durante una pequeña caída o invertir de manera imprudente durante un alza.

Manejando la Ansiedad para Tomar Decisiones Financieras Más Acertadas

• Educación Continua: Cuanto más sepas, menos temerás. Entender el mercado y las criptomonedas te ayudará a mantener la calma en tiempos volátiles.

• Diversificación: No pongas todos tus huevos en una sola canasta. Una cartera diversificada puede protegerte contra pérdidas catastróficas.

• Meditación y Mindfulness: Estas técnicas te ayudarán a mantener la calma, centrarte en el presente y tomar decisiones sin pánico. Acá te dejo el link a una app que a mí en lo personal no sólo me enseñó a practicar la meditación sino que también me ayudó a comprender a profundidad cómo y por qué funciona: https://www.wakingup.com/

• Establece Límites: Decide de antemano cuánto estás dispuesto a perder o ganar antes de vender. Esto te protegerá de decisiones impulsivas.

• Tómate un Descanso: Si sientes que la ansiedad te supera, date un tiempo lejos de las pantallas y las noticias del mercado. A veces, un paso atrás proporciona una perspectiva valiosa.

• Busca Apoyo: Habla con otros inversores, únete a grupos o foros, y no tengas miedo de buscar ayuda profesional si sientes que la ansiedad te supera y no logras controlarla. Nada reemplaza el apoyo profesional.

En conclusión, mientras que la ansiedad es una parte natural de la inversión, especialmente en el emocionante mundo de las criptomonedas, no tiene que dominar tu experiencia. Tu mayor herramienta tanto en el mundo de la inversión como en la vida cotidiana es la información. Con comprensión, estrategias y apoyo, puedes navegar por los altibajos del mercado con una mente clara y enfocada.

Si te gustó este tipo de contenido enfocado en la salud mental digital, házmelo saber para seguir aportando el punto de vista clínico a temas útiles para la comunidad por acá.

¡Muchas gracias por leerme!

Nos vemos pronto, un abrazo y ¡Buena vida!

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Hello, fellow Nostrich!

Nostr is a brand new phenomenon and there are a few steps that will make your onboarding much smoother and your experience much richer.

👋 Welcome

Since you are reading this, it’s safe to assume that you already joined Nostr by downloading an app (e.g. Damus, Amethyst, Plebstr) for your mobile device or opening a Nostr web client (e.g. snort.social, Nostrgram, Iris). It is important for a newcomer to follow the steps suggested by the app of your choice – the welcoming procedure provides all the basics, and you won’t have to do much more tuning unless you really want to. If you’ve stumbled upon this post, but don’t have a Nostr “account” yet, you can follow this simple step-by-step guide by nostr:npub1cly0v30agkcfq40mdsndzjrn0tt76ykaan0q6ny80wy034qedpjsqwamhz.

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🤙 Have fun

Nostr is built to ensure people can connect, get heard, and have fun along the way. This is the whole point (obviously, there is a plethora of serious use cases, such as being a tool for freedom fighters and whistleblowers, but that deserves a separate article), so if you feel like anything feels burdensome, please reach out to the more experienced nostriches and we will be happy to help. Interacting with Nostr is not hard at all, but it has a few peculiarities when compared to traditional platforms, so it’s ok (and encouraged) to ask questions.

Here’s an unofficial list of Nostr ambassadors who will be happy to help you get onboard:

nostr:naddr1qqg5ummnw3ezqstdvfshxumpv3hhyuczypl4c26wfzswnlk2vwjxky7dhqjgnaqzqwvdvz3qwz5k3j4grrt46qcyqqq82vgwv96yu

All the nostriches on the list were also awarded a Nostr Ambassador badge that will make it easy for you to find, verify and follow them

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⚡️ Enable Zaps

Zaps are one of the first differences one may notice after joining Nostr. They allow Nostr users to instantly send value and support creation of useful and fun content. This is possible thanks to Bitcoin and Lightning Network. These decentralized payment protocols let you instantly send some sats (the smallest unit on the Bitcoin network) just as easily as liking someone’s post on traditional social media platforms. We call this model Value-4-Value and you can find more about this ultimate monetization model here: https://dergigi.com/value/

Check out this note by nostr:npub18ams6ewn5aj2n3wt2qawzglx9mr4nzksxhvrdc4gzrecw7n5tvjqctp424 that is a great intro to what zaps are.

You should enable Zaps even if you do not consider yourself a content creator – people will find some of your notes valuable and might want to send you some sats. The easiest way to start receiving value on Nostr onley takes a couple steps:

1. Download Wallet of Satoshi - probably the best choice for those who are new to Bitcoin and Lightning for your mobile device.[^1] Note that there are many more wallets and you are welcome to choose the one that suits you best. Also, don't forget to come back and back up your wallet.
2. Tap “Receive”
3. Tap the Lightning Address you see on the screen (the string which looks like an email address) to copy it to the clipboard.
4. Paste the copied address into the corresponding field in your Nostr client (the field may say “Bitcoin Lightning Address”, “LN Address” or anything along those lines depending on the app you are using).

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📫 Get a Nostr address

Nostr address, often referred to as a “NIP-05 identifier” by the Nostr OGs, looks like an email and:

🔍 Helps you make your account easy to discover and share
✔️ Serves as a verification you are a human

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Here's an example of a Nostr address: Tony@nostr.21ideas.org It's easy to memorize and later paste into any Nostr app to find the corresponding user.

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To get a Nostr address you can use a free service like Nostr Check (by nostr:npub138s5hey76qrnm2pmv7p8nnffhfddsm8sqzm285dyc0wy4f8a6qkqtzx624) or a paid one like Nostr Plebs (by nostr:npub18ams6ewn5aj2n3wt2qawzglx9mr4nzksxhvrdc4gzrecw7n5tvjqctp424). Both offer different perks, and it's up to you to decide which one to use. Another way of getting a Nostr address is using a browser extension. Find out more about this approach here) .

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🙇‍♀️ Learn the basics

Under the hood Nostr is very different from traditional social platforms, so getting a basic understanding of what it is about will be beneficial for any newcomer. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not suggesting you should learn a programming language or technical details of the protocol. I’m implying that seeing a bigger picture and understanding the difference between Nostr and Twitter / Medium / Reddit will help a lot. For example, there are no passwords and logins, you have private and public keys instead. I won’t go deep into that, ‘cause there is a handful of exhaustive resources that will help you grokk Nostr. All of the ones worthy your attention are gathered on this neatly organized landing page prepared by nostr:npub12gu8c6uee3p243gez6cgk76362admlqe72aq3kp2fppjsjwmm7eqj9fle6 with 💜

Info provided by the mentioned resources will also help you secure your Nostr keys (i.e. your account), so it’s important to have a look.

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🤝 Connect

Ability to connect with brilliant [^3] people is what makes Nostr special. Here everyone can get heard and no one can get excluded. There are a few simple ways to find interesting people on Nostr:

• Find people you follow on Twitter: https://www.nostr.directory/ is a great tool for that.
• Follow people followed by people you trust: Visit a profile of a person who shares your interests, check the list of people they follow and connect with them.

• Visit Global Feed: Every Nostr client (a Nostr app, if you will) has a tab that lets you switch to the Global Feed, which aggregates all the notes from all Nostr users. Simply follow people you find interesting (be patient though – you might run into a decent amount of spam).

• Use #hashtags: Hashtags are a great way to concentrate on the topics you like. Simply tap on a #hashtag you find interesting and you’ll see more notes related to the topic. You can also search for hashtags in the app you are using. Do not forget to use hashtags when composing notes to increase discoverability.

https://nostr.build/i/0df18c4a9b38f1d9dcb49a5df3e552963156927632458390a9393d6fee286631.jpg Screenshot of https://nostrgraph.net/ dashboard by nostr:npub1ktw5qzt7f5ztrft0kwm9lsw34tef9xknplvy936ddzuepp6yf9dsjrmrvj

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🗺️ Explore

The mentioned 5 steps are a great start that will massively improve your experience, but there’s so much more to discover and enjoy! Nostr is not a Twitter replacement, its possibilities are only limited by imagination.

Have a look at the list of fun and useful Nostr projects:

• https://nostrapps.com/ a list of Nostr apps
• https://nostrplebs.com/ – get your NIP-05 and other Nostr perks (paid)
• https://nostrcheck.me/ – Nostr address, media uploads, relay
• https://nostr.build/ – upload and manage media (and more)
• https://nostr.band/ – Nostr network and user info
• https://zaplife.lol/ – zapping stats
• https://nostrit.com/ – schedule notes
• https://nostrnests.com/ – Twitter Spaces 2.0
• https://nostryfied.online/ - back up your Nostr info
• https://www.wavman.app/ - Nostr music player

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📻 Relays

After getting acquainted with Nostr make sure to check out my quick guide on Nostr relays: https://lnshort.it/nostr-relays. It’s not the topic to worry about at the very beginning of your journey, but is definitely important to dive into later on.

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📱 Nostr on mobile

Smooth Nostr experience on mobile devices is feasible. This guide will help you seamlessly log in, post, zap, and more within Nostr web applications on your smartphone: https://lnshort.it/nostr-mobile

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Thanks for reading and see you on the other side of the rabbit hole.

nostr:npub10awzknjg5r5lajnr53438ndcyjylgqsrnrtq5grs495v42qc6awsj45ys7

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[^1]: Do not forget

@ 5ada3677:7c21c9db

翁達羅亞，Ondarroa，中世紀小城，中世紀海港，如今是人口8000左右的小城。

距離Bilbao大約40公里路程，公共交通的巴士或者火車，車資2塊到5塊不等，便宜到不可思議。這類長途巴士，高度準點，因為完全沒有堵車。Bilbao的長途巴士總站，是個令我非常驚奇的地方，設計完美，而且穩重美麗，高度有效，高度乾淨，一塵不染，車站內幾乎沒有一個工作人員，每車的司機負責檢票，慢悠悠檢了票，開了就走。車站內有一個居高的控制塔，像機場一樣，控制塔裡，也僅僅兩位工作人員。這是怎麼做到的？我至今沒有思考出來。

翁達羅亞，大西洋的一個海灣，景致美不勝收。我們在海灘上散步，一再感慨於平民百姓在海灘上的享樂，海裡打水球的孩子們，海灘上忘情玩沙的小東西們，附近的本地人、鄰近小城小鎮的鄰居們，老婦人老爺叔，自己拎個沙灘躺椅、一條大毛巾，來海邊躺半天。沙灘上結伴散步的中年夫婦層出不窮，肌膚鬆弛的身體，依然坦蕩蕩，比基尼絢爛多姿，自信安詳。雖然是烈日當空，大西洋的海水還是相當冷，默默散步是群眾運動。

離開海灘去吃午飯的時候，包子指給我看，牆上一幅標語：海灘是大家的。說到做到，牆上說的，和實際做的，沒有落差，佩服。

午飯的小館子，服務生問我們坐裡面坐外面，我愣了一下，通常沒有這一問，大家都是坐室外享受陽光，坐下之後才發現，原來這個小館子的室內，有一個很漂亮的舞台，唱爵士的，中午沒有樂隊，但是背景音樂也夠水平夠銷魂，很意外，如此小城小館子。

餐墊也有意思，寫了這麼些文字，按順序是：巴斯克語，西班牙語，加泰羅尼亞語，加利西亞語，法語，英語，我套一下：上海鹹話，普通話，溫州話，杭州話，日語，英語。對自己方言的珍惜，讓人唏噓。你不自愛自重，誰會尊重你呢？

牆上的口號：海灘是大家的

翁達羅亞有輝煌的歷史，至今是西班牙重要的漁港，漁獲非常豐富。19世紀的時候，此地就擁有龐大達18艘高空船的艦隊用於捕魚，8艘用來捕沙丁魚和鳳尾魚，2艘捕龍蝦。巴斯克地區盛產鐵礦，這裡是重要的運輸鐵礦砂的港口，帶來旺盛的貿易，差不多是甲午海戰風起雲湧的時間段吧。一直到今天，此地跟巴斯克其他地區一樣，是西班牙海軍水手的重要來源地。

翁達羅亞還盛產罐頭，最早是義大利兩三個家族帶來的，逐漸變成重要的一項工業。關於漁業和船業的相關活動，這裡至今看得到，比如修船、造船，等等，還有一個漁業學校，旗幟招展。

費一日的光陰，瀏覽一座中世紀小城、中世紀海港，感慨不已。

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Deba小城，人口只有5000出頭一點的小城，從Bilbao坐車過去，三刻鐘的車程，有極美的海灘，海岸線悠揚綿長，整整一條海灘，滿地歡嬉的孩子，紛紛尖叫著縱身跳進大海裡。懶洋洋曬太陽的中年人，俊男美女豐富量產層出不窮。

我們在海灘上散步，頭上是滾燙的太陽，身上是清涼的海風，另一種境界的吹面不寒楊柳風，天堂一樣。

海邊三三兩兩幾間小鋪子，賣冰淇淋，雪糕，一些很古老的零嘴，比如棒棒糖，十分幫助我懷舊。

特別好的是，西班牙小城的這種海灘，遍地都是，公共交通簡簡單單，非常容易、非常便宜到達，普通人不必昂貴代價，人人可以享受。

所以，西班牙人是比較少去國外旅遊的一種人。

跟包子笑，18歲離開上海去歐洲讀書之前，幾乎去遍了東南亞的海灘，現在有了西班牙海灘了。

這個海灘，浪很細膩，層次豐富，是沖浪聖地，國家地理備加推崇。

小城裡的主教堂，坐下來吃個甜點心歇歇腳，此地的聖母像，酷似送子觀音娘娘，溫存慈悲，垂愛人間。

Deba小城，正好在朝聖路上，城中頻頻見到朝聖者，包子說他兩年前也是走朝聖路，第一次來這座城，還巧遇城裡過節。

這是這幾年過節的海報。

街角的房子很別緻，拍了照片，仔細看，才知道是警察局，警察們好像無事可幹，大玻璃窗裡，陳列著很多失物招領。想起來，我童年的時候，上海也很多失物招領，現在好像看不到了。是不失物了，還是不招領了？還是都不了？

黃昏時分，返回Bilbao之前，入城中的小咖啡館吃個點心。西班牙人的咖啡館跟酒吧是在一起的，大人們吃酒聊天，小孩子們在旁邊吃點心吃果汁，沒有兒童不可以進酒吧這回事。

西班牙朋友跟我說，是啊，我們跟孩子們在一起做很多事情、共渡很多時光，我們不會把孩子們留在家裡，自己去酒吧泡。

這個真是好。

想到還有很多很多的孩子們，父母常年在城裡打工，一年裡沒有幾天跟家鄉的寶貝們在一起，真是讓我有點淚目。

還有很多很多的父母，夜夜在外工作或者應酬，一天裡跟孩子們也是照個面僅僅。

如此不同的長大途徑，當然就有很多不同的結果darling你說是不是？

西班牙人的父母，各自有四個月的新生兒假期，每年暑假，父母各自有一個月的假期照顧放暑假的孩子們，加上暑期班，所以西班牙學校長達兩個月三個月的暑假，很普遍。

在Bilbao這些日子，是我半輩子看見嬰兒手推車最多的一段日子，滿街都是，每個時段都有，太多年輕夫婦推著一個兩個三個孩子出來。

Bilbao城中最優地段的城中河畔，是大片免費的兒童遊樂園。外灘啊，蘇州河畔啊，寸土寸金啊，一分錢不賺，給父母和孩子們。

有些選擇題，我們一直做不好，沒辦法。

圖片有些是我拍的，有些來自網上。

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• Olandese: nostr: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 grazie a nostr:npub1equrmqway3qxw3dkssymusxkwgwrqypfgeqx0lx9pgjam7gnj4ysaqhkj6
• Arabo: nostr: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 grazie a nostr:npub1nje4ghpkjsxe5thcd4gdt3agl2usxyxv3xxyx39ul3xgytl5009q87l02j
• Tedesco: nostr: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 grazie a nostr:npub1eseajvcuqgk6dy98zndje76hcd485zwmhjx4ztgnw4yruq68lhxq45cqvg
• Giapponese: nostr:naddr1qqxnzd3cxy6rjv3hx5cnyde5qgs87hptfey2p607ef36g6cnekuzfz05qgpe34s2ypc2j6x24qvdwhgrqsqqqa28lxc9p6 di nostr:npub1wh69w45awqnlsxw7jt5tkymets87h6t4phplkx6ug2ht2qkssswswntjk0
• Russo: nostr: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 di nostr:npub10awzknjg5r5lajnr53438ndcyjylgqsrnrtq5grs495v42qc6awsj45ys7

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Ciao, caro Nostrich!

Nostr è qualcosa di completamente nuovo, e ci sono alcuni passi da fare che semplificheranno il tuo ingresso e renderanno più interessante la tua esperienza.

👋 Benvenuto

Dato che stai leggendo questa guida, diamo per assunto che tu ti sia già unito a Nostr scaricando un app (es. Damus, Amethyst, Plebstr) o usando un Web Client Nostr (es. snort.social, Nostrgram, Iris). E' importante per un nuovo arrivato seguire i passaggi suggeriti dalla piattaforma di tua scelta - la procedura di benvenuto ti fornisce tutte le basi, e non dovrai preoccuparti di configurare nulla a meno che tu non lo voglia fare. Se sei incappato in questo articolo, ma non hai ancora un “account” Nostr, puoi seguire questa semplice guida a cura di nostr:npub1cly0v30agkcfq40mdsndzjrn0tt76ykaan0q6ny80wy034qedpjsqwamhz.

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🤙 Divertiti

Nostr è fatto per assicurarsi che le persone siano in grado di connettersi liberamente, di essere ascoltate e di divertirsi. Questo è il fulcro centrale (ovviamente ci sono moltissimi altri casi d'uso, come essere uno strumento per i divulgatori e chi lotta per la libertà, ma per questo servirà un articolo a parte), quindi se qualcosa ti è poco chiaro contatta altri “nostriches” con esperienza e saremo lieti di aiutarti. Interagire con Nostr non è difficile, ma ci sono alcune differenze rispetto alle altre piattaforme tradizionali, quindi è normale fare domande (anzi...sei incoraggiato a farne).

Questa è una lista ufficiosa di utenti Nostr che saranno felici di aiutarti e rispondere alle tue domande:

nostr:naddr1qqg5ummnw3ezqstdvfshxumpv3hhyuczypl4c26wfzswnlk2vwjxky7dhqjgnaqzqwvdvz3qwz5k3j4grrt46qcyqqq82vgwv96yu

Tutti i nostriches nella lista hanno ricevuto il badge Nostr Ambassador, il che renderà facile per te trovarli, verificarli e seguirli

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⚡️ Attivare gli Zaps

Gli Zaps sono una delle prime differenze che noterai entrando su Nostr. Consentono agli utenti Nostr di inviare istantaneamente valore per supportare la creazione di contenuti utili e divertenti. Sono possibili grazie a Bitcoin e Lightning Network. Questi due protocolli di pagamento decentralizzati permettono di inviare istantaneamente dei sats (la più piccola frazione di Bitcoin) tanto facilmente quanto mettere un like sulle piattaforme social tradizionali. Chiamiamo questo meccanismo Value-4-Value e puoi trovare altre informazioni al riguardo qui: https://dergigi.com/value/

Dai un'occhiata a questa nota di nostr:npub18ams6ewn5aj2n3wt2qawzglx9mr4nzksxhvrdc4gzrecw7n5tvjqctp424 per avere una panoramica su cosa sono siano gli zaps.

Dovresti attivare gli Zaps anche se non sei un creatore di contenuti - le persone troveranno sicuramente interessanti alcune delle tue note e vorranno mandarti dei sats. Il modo più semplice per ricevere sats su Nostr è il seguente:

1. Scarica l'app Wallet of Satoshi - probabilmente la scelta migliore per dispositivi mobili per chi è nuovo in Bitcoin e Lightning. Tieni di conto che esistono molti altri wallets e che potrai scegliere quello che preferisci. Inoltre, non dimenticarti di fare un back up del wallet.
2. Premi “Ricevere”
3. Premi sopra al tuo Lightning Address (è quello che sembra un indirizzo email) per copiarlo
4. Incollalo poi nel campo corrispondente all'interno del tuo client Nostr (il nome del campo potrebbe essere “Bitcoin Lightning Address”, “LN Address” o qualcosa di simile in base all'app che utilizzi).

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📫 Ottieni un indirizzo Nostr

Gli indirizzi Nostr, a cui spesso i Nostr OGs si riferiscono con “NIP-05 identifier”, sono simili ad un indirizzo email e:

🔍 Aiutano a rendere il tuo account facile da trovare e condividere
✔️ Servono a verificare che il tuo “LN Address” appartenga ad un umano

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Questo è un esempio di indirizzo Nostr: Tony@nostr.21ideas.org E' facile memorizzarlo e successivamente cercarlo in una qualsiasi piattaforma Nostr per trovare la persona corrispondente

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Per ottenere un indirizzo Nostr puoi usare un servizio gratuito come Nostr Check (di nostr:npub138s5hey76qrnm2pmv7p8nnffhfddsm8sqzm285dyc0wy4f8a6qkqtzx624) oppure uno a pagamento come Nostr Plebs (di nostr:npub18ams6ewn5aj2n3wt2qawzglx9mr4nzksxhvrdc4gzrecw7n5tvjqctp424). Entrambi offrono vari vantaggi, e la scelta dipende solo da te. Un altro modo per ottenere un indirizzo Nostr è tramite un'estensione del browser. Scopri di più al riguardo qui) .

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🙇‍♀️ Impara le basi

Dietro le quinte Nostr è molto diverso dalle piattaforme social tradizionali, quindi conoscerne le basi è estremamente utile per i nuovi arrivati. E con questo non intendo che dovresti imparare un linguaggio di programmazione o i dettagli tecnici del protocollo. Sto dicendo che avere una visione d'insieme più ampia e capire le differenze fra Nostr e Twitter / Medium / Reddit ti aiuterà moltissimo. Ad esempio, al posto di un nome utente e password hai una chiave privata e una pubblica. Non entrerò nel dettaglio perchè esistono già moltissime risorse che ti aiuteranno a diventare un esperto di Nostr. Tutte quelle degne di nota sono state raccolte in questa pagina con 💜 da nostr:npub12gu8c6uee3p243gez6cgk76362admlqe72aq3kp2fppjsjwmm7eqj9fle6

Fra le informazioni che troverai nel link viene anche spiegato come mettere al sicuro le tue chiavi di Nostr (il tuo account), quindi è importante dargli un'occhiata

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🤝 Connettiti

La possibilità di connetterti con altre [^3] persone brillanti è ciò che rende speciale Nostr. Qui tutti possono essere ascoltati e nessuno può essere escluso. Ci sono alcuni semplici modi per trovare persone interessanti su Nostr:

• Trova le persone che segui su Twitter: https://www.nostr.directory/ è un ottimo strumento per questo.
• Segui le persone seguite da altri di cui ti fidi: Visita il profilo di una persona che condivide i tuoi stessi interessi, guarda la lista delle persone che segue e connettiti con loro.

• Visita la Bacheca Globale: Ogni client Nostr (app Nostr se preferisci) ha una scheda per spostarsi nella Bacheca Globale (Global Feed), dove troverai tutte le note di tutti gli utenti di Nostr. Segui le persone che trovi interessanti (ricorda di essere paziente - potresti trovare una discreta quantità di spam).

• Usa gli #hashtags: Gli Hashtag sono un ottimo modo per concentrarti sugli argomenti di tuo interesse. Ti basterà premere sopra l'#hashtag per vedere altre note relative all'argomento. Puoi anche cercare gli hashtags tramite l'app che utilizzi. Non dimenticare di usare gli hashtags quando pubblichi una nota, per aumentarne la visibilità.

https://nostr.build/i/0df18c4a9b38f1d9dcb49a5df3e552963156927632458390a9393d6fee286631.jpg Screenshot della bacheca di nostr:npub1ktw5qzt7f5ztrft0kwm9lsw34tef9xknplvy936ddzuepp6yf9dsjrmrvj su https://nostrgraph.net/

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🗺️ Esplora

I 5 consigli menzionati sono un ottimo punto d'inizio e miglioreranno moltissimo la tua esperienza, ma c'è molto di più da scoprire! Nostr non è solo un rimpiazzo per Twitter e le sue possibilità sono limitate solo dalla nostra immaginazione.

Dai un'occhiata alla lista di tutti i progetti Nostr:

• https://nostrapps.com/ una lista di tutte le apps su Nostr
• https://nostrplebs.com/ – ottieni il tuo NIP-05 e altri vantaggi (a pagamento)
• https://nostrcheck.me/ – Indirizzi Nostr, caricamento di media, relay
• https://nostr.build/ – Carica e gestisci i tuoi media (e altro)
• https://nostr.band/ – Informazioni sul network e gli utenti di Nostr
• https://zaplife.lol/ – Statistiche degli Zaps
• https://nostrit.com/ – Programma le note
• https://nostrnests.com/ – Twitter Spaces 2.0
• https://nostryfied.online/ - Fai un backup dei tuoi dati di Nostr
• https://www.wavman.app/ - Player musicale per Nostr

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📻 Relays

Dopo aver preso confidenza con Nostr assicurati di dare un'occhiata alla mia guida riguardo i Relays su Nostr: https://lnshort.it/nostr-relays. Non è un argomento di cui preoccuparsi all'inizio del tuo viaggio, ma è sicuramente importante approfondirlo più avanti.

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📱 Nostr su mobile

Avere un'esperienza fluida su Nostr tramite un dispositivo mobile è fattibile. Questa guida ti aiuterà ad accedere, postare, inviare zap e molto di più all'interno delle applicazioni web Nostr sul tuo smartphone: https://lnshort.it/nostr-mobile

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Grazie per aver letto e ci vediamo dall'altra parte della tana del coniglio.

Grazie a nostr:npub10awzknjg5r5lajnr53438ndcyjylgqsrnrtq5grs495v42qc6awsj45ys7 per aver fornito il documento originale che ho tradotto

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@ a012dc82:6458a70d

We have started using Yakihonne a couple of weeks ago after being zapped multiple times in long form posts done by other platforms. We gave them a try -we are not going to lie, was all about the sats :p- but after a couple of posts using Yakihonne, we not only found attractive the sats we were stacking thanks to their contribution, but also we were amazed about the easy way to work with, the user friendly UX/UI and the amazing community built around this platform.

A couple of days ago, they added some new features for the creators to make things even easier, and we have decided to test one that in our opinion is extremely useful: the “save as draft” feature.

Sometimes, we are able to write a whole post without even stand up from our desks, but to be honest, these days of inspiration are not the common, so as inspiration comes and go, we need to save the content in order to not loose it and continue writing after new data or ideas come to our mind. And also sometimes nature calls, and we are forced to leave our desks. This feature allows us to save our work in an easy way without having to rely in other mainstream systems like docs, notepads etc.

How does it work?

First you start writting the article on the platform and yeah, suddenly you have to leave your computer, so you go to the upper left corner of the screen and select “save as draft”

Once you click this button, the pop up of “save your draft” -as if you were about to publish the article- appears. in there, you need to select the relays where you want to save the content and click on “Save Draft”. Anyone who had published a couple of articles, will find similar to the monet when you publish your content in the platform.

After saving your draft, when you check in “My Articles” section the content saved will appear with the orange-pill-style button “Draft”. Just when you need to continue the content, go to “Edit article”

And after editing the article, added the image, selecting the keywords, you will be able to publish it as a new one selecting “Publish” and having the option of removing or keeping the draft for further use

We have found this feature super useful and simple to use, and now looking forward to the ones that are coming. Thanks Yakihonne team for providing us the creators this tool to post our content in a simple way, and of course…. For the sats!

@ 973f61b1:dbd1636b

I'm grateful for nostr guys, and I'm grateful for all you awesome people who are posting and sharing in this new social revolution. It really feels like I'm a part of something big and revolutionary.

@ a012dc82:6458a70d

Table Of Content

• The SEC's Stance on Bitcoin ETFs
• The Role of ARK Invest and BlackRock
• The Potential Impact of a Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval
• The Case of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust
• The Potential Sell-Pressure
• Conclusion
• FAQ

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have become a popular investment vehicle, offering exposure to a variety of asset classes. A spot-based Bitcoin (BTC) ETF could revolutionize the cryptocurrency market by making the asset more accessible to individual investors and mutual funds. Unlike a futures-based Bitcoin ETF, a spot-based ETF involves the actual purchase of BTC, providing direct exposure to the asset's price movements. However, the approval of the first Bitcoin ETF might not necessarily be a bullish event. It could introduce new dynamics into the market, potentially leading to increased volatility.

The SEC's Stance on Bitcoin ETFs

Over the years, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has maintained a conservative stance towards Bitcoin ETFs. Every Bitcoin ETF applicant has faced rejection, with the latest denial issued to the VanEck Bitcoin Trust on March 10, 2023. The SEC's primary concern has been the lack of a “comprehensive surveillance-sharing agreement with a regulated market of significant size related to spot Bitcoin." This has led to hesitancy in releasing what many believe would be a more equitable and transparent Bitcoin product, potentially opening the doors to a broader range of investors.

The Role of ARK Invest and BlackRock

Despite the SEC's past rejections, investment firms continue to pursue the creation of Bitcoin ETFs. ARK Invest and BlackRock, two prominent asset management firms, have recently submitted bids to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs. These proposals have sparked renewed interest in the possibility of a Bitcoin ETF, with investors speculating that these firms might offer a solution to Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), an investment vehicle with shares traded on the stock exchange. Following BlackRock's ETF filing announcement, the GBTC “premium” jumped to its best levels in months, indicating heightened market anticipation.

The Potential Impact of a Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval

While the potential approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF might seem bullish initially, its consequences for the BTC price can be negative, at least in the short term. An ETF is a form of security that holds diverse underlying investments, such as commodities, stocks, and bonds. Its issuer pools and manages the given assets, providing investors with a way to gain exposure to a diversified portfolio through a single investment. However, the introduction of a Bitcoin ETF could lead to increased selling pressure, potentially driving down the price of Bitcoin in the short term.

The Case of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust

The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust, an investment fund with $18.4 billion of assets under management, offers a precedent for Bitcoin investment funds. However, it is currently trading at a -30% discount versus its Bitcoin holdings. This gap between their 626,778 Bitcoin at market value and the GBTC shares trading on regular stock exchanges reached as low as -49% in December 2022. This discount is likely justified as the instrument lacks the tools to allow arbitrage, highlighting the potential challenges and complexities of managing a Bitcoin investment fund.

The Potential Sell-Pressure

If the SEC grants the asset manager Grayscale permission to convert its GBTC Trust to a bonafide Bitcoin ETF, a considerable amount of BTC could enter the market as investors will finally be able to exit their position at par. This could produce significant sell-pressure from Grayscale’s GBTC conversion as Bitcoin that’s been locked for three to eight years reenters the market. This influx of Bitcoin could lead to a temporary oversupply, potentially driving down prices.

Conclusion

The approval of a Bitcoin ETF could have significant implications for the market. While it might initially seem like a positive development, it could lead to a significant sell-off in the short term. As always, investors should carefully consider their options and seek professional advice before making any investment decisions. The dynamics of the cryptocurrency market are complex and constantly evolving, and the introduction of a Bitcoin ETF would add another layer to this complexity.

FAQ

What is a Bitcoin ETF? A Bitcoin ETF is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the price of Bitcoin. It allows investors to buy into the ETF without having to deal with the complexities of owning and storing Bitcoin itself.

Why has the SEC been rejecting Bitcoin ETF applications? The SEC has been rejecting Bitcoin ETF applications due to concerns about market manipulation and fraud. They have stated that the applicants did not have a “comprehensive surveillance-sharing agreement with a regulated market of significant size related to spot Bitcoin."

What is the role of ARK Invest and BlackRock in Bitcoin ETFs? ARK Invest and BlackRock are asset management firms that have submitted bids to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs. Their involvement has sparked renewed interest and hope in the possibility of a Bitcoin ETF.

What could be the impact of a Bitcoin ETF approval? While the approval of a Bitcoin ETF could make Bitcoin more accessible to investors, it could also lead to increased selling pressure, potentially driving down the price of Bitcoin in the short term.

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@ 134743ca:46019ee7

We have reached 1000🎉🎉🎉 We can't believe it but we have arrived here💜

We are very happy and we want to share it with you, we have been working hard to be able to launch all these new features all at once, today, for you:

New design

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_c7971bf984d68e661ad19740b6116d9b788a3e91ed35f90b.mp4

Nostrcheck.me was born as a small project with the aim of offering nostr address to anyone who did not have their own domain. Over time it grew and we have been very focused on making our backend solid and technologically powerful. It was time to give some love to our visible face, we hope you like it!

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_da527cea258f21f20bdaf31dbf27899169331020a4370813.webp

Visit us to see it in action!

Lightning redirection

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_810d951385157e0fefc43ee0b52ed2ebc6571c38279f98b0.webp

One of the most requested features by our users is the lightning redirects. With this new feature we offer more flexibility to our community by giving them the possibility to choose their own lightning address.

You can use your nostr address as your only address for nostr and lightning, you can try this one for example 😉

quentin@nostrcheck.me

Smoother image upload

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_4eff5bd176146728cbaf70498d4e8d33273ab4e8dc32cd9b.mp4

We have adapted our multimedia upload process to our powerful backend, so we process each upload, we remove all metadata and we compress the uploaded files to improve your sharing experience.

New domain name, nostrverse.net

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_6221aefece0a2b67e7ecf8486b272ce6e53ea7a3fa6e20de.webp

The aim of nostrcheck.me is to offer the widest range of possibilities for everyone. Nostrverse.net joins our family as a private domain like its siblings. Only the first 100 members will be able to get it directly, after that it will only be available by invitation from another member.

If you don't want to stay without your nostr address @nostrverse.net sign up here.

Magnets!! 🧲

http://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_5ca2e846754cbf91bace34330d2f7fd48ef8e1b50a0c8ba6.webp

Our spirit is as free as the wind, we don't like you to depend on us for the survival of your multimedia files. Every upload to nostrcheck is automatically shared on the bittorrent network, so if you want, you can download all your files using the magnet link and share them with whoever you want!

Improved public gallery

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_1ef64dcd7cf50ee2a4848fbd76d916a42d2aa08b60a77087.mp4

We have made profound improvements to the public gallery, now everything flows fast and beautifully. Our heart is your nostr address, but we know that multimedia uploads are a very important part of your nostr experience.

We have improved our public gallery so you can use it without being registered, with the same limits as a nostrcheck member. We like freedom, and that's why we offer it all to you.

Our passion is nostr and this is how we celebrate it 💜

We will give out 100,000 sats to all the people who follow us and send us a little thank you message on this note.

555 sats to each message of love and affection that we receive, one per pubkey.

We hope to celebrate 10,000 very soon. Thanks for being there 🤗

@ 89e14be4:a4fdd02c

We have reached 1000🎉🎉🎉 We can't believe it but we have arrived here💜

We are very happy and we want to share it with you, we have been working hard to be able to launch all these new features all at once, today, for you:

New design

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_c7971bf984d68e661ad19740b6116d9b788a3e91ed35f90b.mp4

Nostrcheck.me was born as a small project with the aim of offering nostr address to anyone who did not have their own domain. Over time it grew and we have been very focused on making our backend solid and technologically powerful. It was time to give some love to our visible face, we hope you like it!

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_da527cea258f21f20bdaf31dbf27899169331020a4370813.webp

Visit us to see it in action!

Lightning redirection

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_810d951385157e0fefc43ee0b52ed2ebc6571c38279f98b0.webp

One of the most requested features by our users is the lightning redirects. With this new feature we offer more flexibility to our community by giving them the possibility to choose their own lightning address.

You can use your nostr address as your only address for nostr and lightning, you can try this one for example 😉

quentin@nostrcheck.me

Smoother image upload

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_4eff5bd176146728cbaf70498d4e8d33273ab4e8dc32cd9b.mp4

We have adapted our multimedia upload process to our powerful backend, so we process each upload, we remove all metadata and we compress the uploaded files to improve your sharing experience.

New domain name, nostrverse.net

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_6221aefece0a2b67e7ecf8486b272ce6e53ea7a3fa6e20de.webp

The aim of nostrcheck.me is to offer the widest range of possibilities for everyone. Nostrverse.net joins our family as a private domain like its siblings. Only the first 100 members will be able to get it directly, after that it will only be available by invitation from another member.

If you don't want to stay without your nostr address @nostrverse.net sign up here.

Magnets!! 🧲

http://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_5ca2e846754cbf91bace34330d2f7fd48ef8e1b50a0c8ba6.webp

Our spirit is as free as the wind, we don't like you to depend on us for the survival of your multimedia files. Every upload to nostrcheck is automatically shared on the bittorrent network, so if you want, you can download all your files using the magnet link and share them with whoever you want!

Improved public gallery

https://nostrcheck.me/media/quentin/nostrcheck.me_1ef64dcd7cf50ee2a4848fbd76d916a42d2aa08b60a77087.mp4

We have made profound improvements to the public gallery, now everything flows fast and beautifully. Our heart is your nostr address, but we know that multimedia uploads are a very important part of your nostr experience.

We have improved our public gallery so you can use it without being registered, with the same limits as a nostrcheck member. We like freedom, and that's why we offer it all to you.

Our passion is nostr and this is how we celebrate it 💜

We will give out 100,000 sats to all the people who follow us and send us a little thank you message on this note.

555 sats to each message of love and affection that we receive, one per pubkey.

We hope to celebrate 10,000 very soon. Thanks for being there 🤗

@ d830ee7b:4e61cd62

ผมเกิดและโตในยุค 90’ ยุคเปลี่ยนผ่านทางเทคโนโลยีและวัฒนธรรมคาบเกี่ยว ได้เห็นวิวัฒนาการของสังคมในหลายๆ ส่วน โดยเฉพาะสิ่งที่เรียกว่า “Community” ที่ในอดีตไม่ได้มีกฏเกณฑ์หรือรูปแบบอันชัดเจนอย่างในปัจจุบัน.. ผมเกิดและโตในชนบทอันห่างไกลความเจริญ เรื่องราวและวิถีชีวิตที่จะเล่าจากนี้ไปก็จะขึ้นกับมุมมองหรือเลนส์ของผมเพียงคนเดียว

คอมมูนิตี้ในอดีต

ในความหมายแบบไทยๆ ที่ผมอยากจะบัญญัติมันเสียเอง มันเริ่มจากภาพของเด็กวัยกระโปกที่จับกลุ่มทำกิจกรรมสนุกสนานเฮฮากัน เล่นสนุกด้วยจุดมุ่งหมายและจิตใจอันบริสุทธิ์ ในยุคของผมนั้นการปั่นจักรยานไปเรื่อยๆ กับกลุ่มแก๊งค์เพื่อนๆ เป็นกิจกรรมสุดโปรดพอๆ กับเด็กทุกวันนี้รวมตัวกันเล่น ROV หรือ ROBLOX เลยก็ว่าได้

การผจญภัยของเด็กๆ มักจะมีกิจกรรมสุดท้ายรอพวกเขาอยู่ มันอาจเป็นการลงเล่นน้ำตามลำคลอง หนอง บึง หรือปีนต้นไม้เพื่อความเท่ สำรวจโลกเพื่อเรียนรู้อะไรบางอย่าง มันก็สนุกในแบบของมัน

เมื่อโตขึ้นมาในวัยมัธยม เด็กผู้ชายเริ่มเกาะกลุ่มกันเหนียวแน่น พวกเขาโตมาด้วยกันผ่านอะไรด้วยกันมามาก ความสัมพันธ์นั้นแน่นแฟ้นระดับยอมตายแทนกันได้ มันไม่มีสถานที่จัดเตรียมไว้ให้เรา ดังนั้นพวกเราต้องเลียบเลาะเสาะหาสถานที่สุมหัวคุยกันเอาเอง หัวข้อสนทนาในยุคนั้นไม่มีอะไรที่ไปไกลเกินกว่าประสบการณ์ที่พวกเขามี หรือเรื่องที่เคยได้เรียนมา รวมทั้งสื่อเพียงไม่กี่อย่างที่เข้าถึงได้ วิทยุและโทรทัศน์

ผู้ใหญ่ วัยทำงาน ไม่ได้มีรูปแบบสังคมอย่างวัยรุ่น กลุ่มสังคมของพวกเขานั้นเป็นวงเล็กๆ บ้านใกล้เรือนเคียง มานั่งรวมตัวพูดคุยกันทั่วไปในเรื่องสัพเพเหระ ชีวิตสโลว์ไลฟ์ที่ไม่ได้มีความเร่งรีบอะไร บางกลุ่มตั้งวงเหล้าใส่กันแต่เช้า ล้มหมู ล้มวัว ทำกับแกล้มสรวนเสเฮฮา อีกกลุ่มก็เข้าวัดฟังธรรมตามประเพณีปฏิบัติสืบต่อกันมา คนในอดีตราว 20-25 ปีก่อนในท้องถิ่นของผมนั้น ไม่ได้มีความเครียด ไม่ได้รับรู้ถึงความโสมมอะไรที่หยั่งรากลึกอยู่ภายในระบบเลย คำว่า Toxic คืออะไร? พวกเขาคงนึกถึงยาฆ่าหญ้า

เงิน ในวันที่ยังมีคุณค่าทำให้พวกเขามีความสุข ผมอดนึกถึงภาพเหล่านั้นไม่ได้จริงๆ

โลกเสมือนที่ใหญ่กว่าโลกแห่งความจริง

คอมมูในแบบที่ผมประทับใจที่สุดและดูซีเรียสจริงจังที่สุดเห็นจะเป็น “สภากาแฟ” ประจำหมู่บ้านหรือในตลาด ร้านกาแฟโบราณแบบในภาพยนตร์ยุคเก่า หลายคนคงพอนึกออก กลุ่มคอมมูนี้จะสนใจเหตุบ้านการเมือง อ่านหนังสือพิมพ์จนกระดาษขาด ฟังรายงานข่าวกันแต่เช้า ถกกันดุเดือดเหมือนเป็นอีกโลกนึงเลยทีเดียว และสภากาแฟแบบนี้นี่แหละที่ผมชอบไปนั่งฟังมากที่สุด ด้วยความที่ผมเป็นเด็กชอบเรียนรู้อะไรใหม่ๆ เรื่องต่างๆ ที่ผู้ใหญ่คุยกันมันช่างทำให้ผมสมองงอกมากจริงๆ

ตัดภาพ Fast forward กลับมาในยุคปัจจุบัน เราแทบไม่ได้เห็นกลิ่นอายหรือบรรยากาศอะไรแบบนั้นอีกแล้ว คอมมูนิตี้บนโลกแห่งความจริงมันดับสลายไปสูญสิ้น ผู้คนอพยพไปใช้ชีวิตกันบนโลกออนไลน์จนอาจิณ แม้ตัวพวกเขาเองผมก็คิดว่าคงไม่รู้สึกตัว เราหลุดจากโลกความจริงไปไกล เราหลงไปกับข้อมูลที่ส่วนใหญ่เป็นการล่อลวง สนตะพายจมูกลากจูงพวกเราไปทางไหนก็ได้ น่าเศร้าเหลือเกิน..

ตีวงให้แคบเข้ามาในสังคมการลงทุนโดยเฉพาะในแวดวงบิตคอยน์ ผมพบเห็นเพียงสื่อส่วนใหญ่ที่ชี้นำและชักพาผู้คนเข้าสู่คอมมูนิตี้ด้วยเป้าหมายสำคัญคือ “เงิน” และ “ความร่ำรวย” ผมคิดไปเองว่าเจ้าของสื่อก็คงจะไม่รู้ตัวเองเช่นกันว่ากำลังโดนสนตะพายจมูกอยู่โดยใครสักกลุ่มหรือใครบางคน ทั้งหมดนี้จะไม่ช่วยให้ใครเก่งพอจะเอาตัวรอดหรือปรับตัวได้เองในชีวิตการลงทุน มันไม่ทำให้หลายคนเข้าใจแก่นแท้หรือธรรมชาติของตลาดทุนอย่างแน่นอน เมื่อคนส่วนใหญ่ภายในคอมมูนิตี้ถูกชักพาในไปทิศทางนั้น บทสนทนาที่เราจะพบได้อย่างเดือนดาดบนโลกโซเชียลก็คงเป็นข่าวความเคลื่อนไหวระยะสั้นที่ส่งผลต่อราคาสินทรัพย์ พัฒนาการไร้สาระที่เอามาปลุกปั่นให้ดูดี พฤติกรรมการอวดไลฟ์สไตล์ อวดร่ำอวดรวยของอินฟลูเอนเซอร์ ที่ถูกหลอกมาอีกทีว่าควรสร้างภาพให้ดูน่าเชื่อถือ น่าเศร้ามากจริงๆ

มองหาที่ทางของตัวเอง

ผมเชื่อลึกๆ นะว่า บิตคอยเนอร์ในยุคหลังๆ ที่ยังไม่ผ่านสักไซเคิลมักจะรู้สึกอึดอัด หงุดหงิดเวลาต้องการ “คนคุยด้วย” ในชีวิตจริง มันไม่มีอีกแล้วกลุ่มปั่นจักรยานล่ากิ้งก่า กลุ่มสุมหัวที่ปลายนา หรือสภากาแฟ มันเหลือเพียงโลกออนไลน์ที่ต้องไปอยู่ท่ามกลาง Anonymous ร้อยพ่อพันแม่ กลางผู้คนที่ตัวเราเองก็ยากที่จะแสดงออกหรือเปิดใจ..

“คุยบิตคอยน์กับใครก็ไม่รู้เรื่อง” มันเรื่องปกติ.. ปกติจริงๆ ประสบการณ์การป้ายยาส้มแบบเฟลๆ น่าจะเคยเกิดขึ้นมาแล้วกับพวกเราทุกคน จุดนี้เองที่ผมตระหนักได้ว่า คนชอบเรื่องเดียวกันก็ควรได้คุยกับคนประเภทเดียวกัน อย่างน้อยก็ชื่นชอบเรื่องเดียวกันก็ยังดี ส่วนหน้าตาหลังการรวมตัวกันจะออกมาเป็นยังไงก็ปล่อยให้สังคมมันปรับตัวของมันไปเองอย่างออแกนิกก็แล้วกัน

“จับกลุ่มคุยกันเรื่องบิตคอยน์” มันเป็นที่มาของไอเดียแบบแนวๆ รายการ “สภายาส้ม” จนล่าสุดเราพึ่งมี “สภายาม่วง” ที่แคแรคเตอร์แตกต่างกันพอสมควร มันเป็นการสนทนากับบนโลกสีม่วงที่แต่ละคนจะได้เป็นตัวของตัวเองแบบไร้การปรุงแต่ง ได้คุยในสิ่งที่อยากคุย ได้เล่นกับคนในแชท ได้หัวเราะแบบที่ไม่ต้องกั๊ก ได้ทำเรื่องน่าอายแต่สนุกชิบหายเลย

ผมเล่ามาถึงตรงนี้ อย่าเข้าใจผิดว่าผมลากมาตบด้วยการขายของ ผมแค่กำลังจะบอกว่า.. สภาแบบนี้มันไม่เห็นจำเป็นต้องรอให้ Right Shift ทำ ลองจินตนาการสิว่า มันมีสภาแบบนี้อยู่ที่หมู่บ้าน ตำบล อำเภอ หรือจังหวัด หรือภูมิภาคของคุณเอง เช่น สภาชลบุรี, สภาขอนแก่น, สภาน่าน หรือสภายาส้มเขาใหญ่ ฯลฯ

มันเป็นไปได้นะ.. คำถามคือเราจะสร้างสภาแบบนั้นขึ้นมายังไง.. ก็ใช้ประโยชน์จากสื่อโซเชียลมีเดียที่เรามีนี่แหละ ประกาศตามหาพวก ทำความรู้จัก นักเจอกัน เริ่มจากเหตุการณ์เล็กๆ จุดเริ่มต้นน่ารักๆ นำไปสู่วัฒนธรรมสังคมอันยิ่งใหญ่แบบที่พวกเราทำกันมาแล้วนั่นไง

ผมอยากเห็นอะไรแบบนั้น อยากให้มีภาพความประทับใจจากหลายๆ พื้นที่มาอวด มาโชว์ มาแบ่งปันกัน มันก็ดีกว่าการเช็คอินสถานที่ต่างๆ ที่ตัวเราเองก็ไม่เห็นเคยอินกับมันเลย..

รออยู่นะ.. สภายาส้ม สภายาม่วง ทั่วไทย

@ 9ecbb0e7:06ab7c09

Mientras que en enero de este año era liberada Ana Belén Montes, la espía del régimen cubano considerada una de las más perjudiciales en la historia de Estados Unidos, en la Isla se acercaba a los 25 años de encarcelamiento Ernesto Borges, conocido como “el preso de Castro”, uno de los prisioneros políticos cubanos que más años lleva en prisión.

Durante 17 años, Montes espió para La Habana, causando un extenso daño a Estados Unidos y poniendo en peligro la vida de miles de personas. No en vano en 2002, apenas un año después de su detención, Fidel Castro la llenaba de elogios al catalogarla como una persona “noble”, “buena”, “excepcional”. También dijo que merecía “respeto y admiración”. Ana Belén Montes fue acusada de espionaje y condenada a 25 años de cárcel y cinco de libertad condicional.

En cambio, en 1998 Ernesto Borges fue arrestado cuando, siendo un joven capitán de la Dirección de Contrainteligencia del Ministerio del Interior (MININT), se disponía a entregar a funcionarios de la entonces Oficina de Intereses de Estados Unidos en La Habana un listado de 26 espías cubanos que la Seguridad del Estado ingresaría en territorio estadounidense y varios países de la OTAN. Fue acusado de espionaje en grado de tentativa porque ni siquiera llegó a cometer el delito; primero fue condenado a pena de muerte, la que después fue conmutada a 30 años de privación de libertad. En ese entonces Borges tenía 32 años de edad.

El martirio

Ernesto Borges ha permanecido casi la mitad de su vida en las cárceles cubanas, donde ha sido sometido a torturas físicas y psicológicas. Durante los primeros 10 años estuvo en celdas semioscuras, semitapiadas y con poca ventilación; permaneció más de dos décadas sin poder ver, hablar o abrazar a su hija, la cual apenas tenía cuatro años de edad cuando su padre fue encarcelado. A Borges también le han negado asistencia médica pese a que su salud se ha resquebrajado: tiene una hernia inguinal y cataratas; ambos padecimientos requieren de un proceso quirúrgico que, primero le negaron, y luego Borges rechazó por el riesgo para su vida.

En 2020 su madre, Santa Ivonne Pérez, falleció, y el preso político fue conducido a la funeraria por varios oficiales de la Seguridad del Estado, esposado de manos y pies, como si fuera un reo sumamente peligroso; la visita duró pocos minutos en los que ni siquiera le permitieron abrazar a sus familiares para mitigar el dolor.

Poco después del fallecimiento de su madre, fue trasladado a un régimen de menor severidad en la prisión conocida como Combinado del Este, en La Habana. Luego, recibió el primer pase carcelario para visitar a su familia, aunque bajo la amenaza de que, si daba declaraciones a la prensa, sería enviado nuevamente a un sistema de mayor severidad, lo cual significaría quitarle la visita a su familia una vez por mes.

En julio de 2021, como castigo por denunciar un brote de COVID-19 en la prisión, las autoridades carcelarias volvieron a ubicarlo en un régimen de mayor severidad.

“El preso de Castro”

Según las leyes militares cubanas, Borges debía cumplir en la cárcel una tercera parte de la condena, o sea, una década. En 2012, cuando ya llevaba 14 años preso, y ante la negativa del Gobierno a liberarlo, inició una huelga de hambre que solo abandonó cuando el cardenal Jaime Ortega Alamino le comunicó que intercedería por él ante Raúl Castro. Sin embargo, la respuesta de Castro fue que los exmilitares presos “eran un caso de él” mismo, según relató su padre, Raúl Borges.

Su situación contrasta con la de los cinco espías cubanos en Estados Unidos, quienes, al igual que Ana Belén Montes, estuvieron involucrados en hechos de sangre, como el derribo de las avionetas de Hermanos al Rescate, en el cual murieron cuatro pilotos voluntarios. El régimen cubano condecoró a estos cinco espías como héroes e implementó una intensa campaña mediática por su liberación.

Los cinco agentes serían liberados en medio de las conversaciones con la administración de Barack Obama, tres de ellos intercambiados por Alan Gross (ciudadano estadounidense acusado de espionaje en Cuba) y Rolando Sarraf Trujillo, excapitán de la Inteligencia cubana condenado por espiar para la CIA y preso en Cuba desde 1995. Sin embargo, al parecer, Borges no ha sido de interés para ninguna de las administraciones estadounidenses que han negociado con La Habana.

Un enfoque humanitario

Para Borges, las atrocidades que ha padecido en prisión, e incluso las amenazas de muerte, se deben a que él nunca ha claudicado o pactado, ni siquiera ante las decenas de ofrecimientos de colaboración con la Seguridad del Estado a cambio de su libertad.

Para Prisoners Defenders, una ONG que lo reconoce como uno de los más de 1.000 presos políticos existentes actualmente en la Isla, “el maltrato que sufre [Borges] necesita un enfoque humanitario urgente tanto por parte de la comunidad internacional como de las autoridades cubanas. Tiene los requisitos procesales necesarios para obtener de inmediato la libertad condicional”.

El 17 de julio pasado, Borges cumplió 25 años de encarcelamiento. A sus 57 años de edad y con casi la mitad de su vida tras las rejas, sobrevive, pero enfermo y bajo coacción, no con la esperanza del perdón sino de que se haga justicia y de vivir el resto de su vida en libertad, intentando recuperar el tiempo perdido junto a su familia e hija.

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Al menos una mujer perdió la vida en la tarde del miércoles durante un accidente de tránsito en la provincia Santiago de Cuba, informó en Facebook Aris Arias Batalla, responsable de Operaciones y Socorro de la Dirección Provincial de Salud de Santiago de Cuba.

"Todos los lesionados del accidente múltiple están siendo atendidos en el Hospital Saturnino Lora. El accidente fue cerca del poblado La Luisa, localidad aledaña a Guantánamo y al municipio Songo-La Maya. Información de una fallecida en el lugar del accidente, no hay niños, ni embarazadas, se trasladan unos 13 heridos. De ellos cinco graves y ocho leves", precisó Arias en la citada publicación.

El funcionario destacó "la inmediata respuesta y accionar del SIUM (Sistema Integral de Urgencias Médicas) de Santiago de Cuba, así como el apoyo del personal médico de Songo la Maya, y el de la Cruz Roja". Además, Arias dijo que las vías de evacuación fueron aseguradas por el personal de Tránsito del Ministerio del Interior (MININT).

Por otra parte, el perfil de Facebook "Songo-La Maya piensa", vinculado al telecentro TeleTurquino, también reportó el suceso: "Un fallecido y 16 heridos, cuatro de ellos con peligro para la vida, es el saldo que hasta este minuto dejó el accidente ocurrido hoy (miércoles 9 de agosto), alrededor de las 5:10PM en La Luisa, carretera de Los Reynaldo, municipio Songo-La Maya".

"El camión del Ministerio de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias —continuó el post— cargado de personal y viandas, se volcó a orillas de la carretera luego de que se partiera la barra de transmisión que golpeó la carretera y causó el vuelco. El vehículo se incendió como consecuencia del accidente."

El texto precisó que "personal de rescate persiste en sacar de debajo del camión a una mujer que quedó atrapada al volcarse el vehículo". Sobre el desenlace de ese rescate ninguno de los citados perfiles ha ofrecido información adicional.

"Songo-La Maya piensa" hoy publicó un video titulado "Así fue el accidente de ayer". Las imágenes mostraban a los bomberos rociando agua sobre el vehículo accidentado, a los restos de la barra de transmisión que se quebró, y a la carretera cortada al tráfico producto del siniestro.

La precariedad en el sistema sanitario cubano se extiende a los servicios de urgencia y sus medios de transporte.

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El candidato a la presidencia de Ecuador, Fernando Villavicencio, fue asesinado en un ataque realizado por al menos tres sicarios, que tuvo lugar la tarde de ayer miércoles en Quito, informó Infobae.

El aspirante y exlegislador se encontraba en el centro-norte de la ciudad como parte de sus actividades de campaña, cuando fue agredido por dichos delincuentes armados. El candidato estaba subiendo a su automóvil y en ese instante recibió una ráfaga de hasta 40 disparos.

Seis personas presuntamente involucradas en el crimen han sido detenidas en una serie de allanamientos realizados en los barrios de Conocoto y San Bartolo, según información proporcionada por la Fiscalía a través de sus canales oficiales.

El presidente de Ecuador, Guillermo Lasso, confirmó la trágica noticia y aseguró que este crimen no quedará impune. El mandatario convocó al Consejo de Seguridad del Estado para evaluar la situación y afirmó que el crimen organizado enfrentará las consecuencias legales.

Tras el hecho, el gobierno anunció la suspensión de las actividades programadas para conmemorar el Primer Grito de la Independencia este jueves. Los otros candidatos igualmente pararon sus actividades de campaña con miras a las elecciones generales extraordinarias convocadas para el 20 de agosto.

Villavicencio era candidato del movimiento Construye 25, una organización política con tendencia a la centroderecha. Cuando estuvo en el Congreso ecuatoriano se dedicó a fiscalizar casos de corrupción durante el mandato de Rafael Correa.

Había incursionado en la política después de una carrera en el periodismo de investigación. Sus denuncias sobre el caso Arroz Verde, una trama de corrupción que incluyó sobornos para financiar al extinto partido Alianza País, fueron cruciales para iniciar una investigación judicial que resultó en la condena de líderes correístas, incluyendo al exmandatario izquierdista.

Durante la presidencia de Correa, fue víctima de una persecución que lo llevó a refugiarse en una comunidad indígena en medio de la selva. A lo largo de la campaña electoral, había recibido amenazas vinculadas a la banda Los Choneros y su líder alias Fito. Antes ya había sido víctima de atentados y contaba con seguridad policial.

En las últimas encuestas publicadas, Villavicencio aparecía en la quinta posición con un respaldo del 7.25% por parte de los votantes. En total, era ocho candidatos hacia la presidencia. Los favoritos para ganar la contienda son la correísta Luisa González, del Movimiento Político Revolución Ciudadana, y Yakú Pérez, de la Alianza Claro Que Se Puede.

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La crisis económica en Cuba está tomando proporciones épicas, con una acelerada devaluación del peso cubano (CUP) frente a divisas extranjeras como el dólar (USD) y el euro, que conviven tras la dolarización parcial iniciada por el gobierno comunista con la apertura de las tiendas en Moneda Libremente Convertible (MLC).

Desde que el Banco Central de Cuba (BCC) anunció su política de bancarización debido a la escasez de efectivo por la galopante inflación, la situación ha empeorado y todos los días se rompe récords en la cotización del USD y el euro en el mercado informal de divisas.

Precisamente, a esta fecha, jueves 10 de agosto, se requieren 240 CUP para adquirir un solo dólar. Esto ha tenido un impacto directo en la capacidad de compra de los ciudadanos y en la estabilidad económica del país. Uno de los efectos más evidentes ha sido la disminución del poder adquisitivo. Ahora el salario mínimo para quienes trabajan 44 horas semanales en Cuba es de solo 8 dólares y 75 centavos al mes.

Según los estándares del Banco Mundial, el umbral de pobreza se define si cada ciudadano dispone de menos de dos dólares al día, es decir, 64 dólares al mes. Por lo tanto, los cubanos viven siete veces peor que el nivel de pobreza definido por el organismo internacional.

El gobierno, en su intento por controlar el déficit de efectivo en las arcas públicas, ha impuesto restricciones en la cantidad de dinero que las personas pueden retirar de los cajeros automáticos. Con un límite diario de cinco mil pesos para pagos menores, muchos cubanos se encuentran limitados en sus transacciones cotidianas. Esto se vuelve especialmente problemático considerando que los precios de bienes y servicios básicos exceden con creces este límite.

Aunque las autoridades afirman que el objetivo es reducir gradualmente el uso del efectivo, la población se ve obligada a enfrentar dificultades adicionales en su búsqueda de adquirir dólares, necesarios para la compra de artículos esenciales en medio de la escasez.

Expertos en economía plantean preocupaciones sobre las implicaciones reales de estas medidas. Aunque se pretende desincentivar el uso del efectivo, la implementación podría acabar completamente con el CUP, que ya no cumple las funciones de una moneda. La política del BCC estaría empujando al sector informal hacia la dolarización completa.

Este cambio en el panorama económico es aún más impactante cuando se observa que en tan solo tres años, el precio del dólar ha aumentado de manera vertiginosa, pasando de 24 pesos a 240, lo que significa un incremento de diez veces su valor. La adquisición de dólares se ha vuelto una tarea complicada y costosa para los cubanos, quienes se ven obligados a recurrir al mercado informal para obtener la moneda extranjera, pero a muy alto precio.

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@nostr:nprofile1qqsrhuxx8l9ex335q7he0f09aej04zpazpl0ne2cgukyawd24mayt8gpp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr4mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6ur4vgh8wetvd3hhyer9wghxuet5qyt8wumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnwdaehgu3wvfskueqpz9mhxue69uhkummnw3ezumr49e4k2grpawm 's relayer is a go library for making custom relays. I've been investigating its capabilities in the past few weeks and I like how customizable it is. I'm not a nostr expert, but I think that the ability to make relays tuned to specific purposes is important for nostr to succeed (e.g. I want a relay to allow people to run competitive lnproxy relays without needing to expose their clearnet IP addresses).

In testing, I've found the performance of the different storage backends available for relayer lacking, but I've been working on a speedier solution based on boltdb! With that in mind, last week I asked nostr:

nostr:nevent1qqswrzwhgr23k4v8fd3wtu9dtjyq873nmkwlyjzf0vhxqt6gy6kssncprpmhxue69uhkummnw3ezuendwsh8w6t69e3xj730qy2hwumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnyv9kh2uewd9hj7qg5waehxw309askummw9e3k7mtsw46x2u30qy2hwumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnwdaehgu3wvfnj77dykj8

Unfortunately none of the suggestions were exactly what I needed but I was able to set up some benchmarks in go and the results are looking great: BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/IDs-8 30 42339015 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Authors-8 36 37080938 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Tags-8 31 41998150 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Kinds-8 18 69550451 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Authors,Kinds-8 48 41373654 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Since-8 9 129129112 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Authors,Since-8 40 47585709 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Authors,Kinds,Since-8 18 64724085 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Tags,Kinds-8 36 49993809 ns/op BenchmarkSQLite3QueryEvents/Tags,Authors-8 34 31319155 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/IDs-8 1591 756493 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Authors-8 255 4652186 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Tags-8 264 4566247 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Kinds-8 250 4772767 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Authors,Kinds-8 170 6893723 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Since-8 277 4473123 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Authors,Since-8 243 4738151 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Authors,Kinds,Since-8 163 7289618 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Tags,Kinds-8 190 6502720 ns/op BenchmarkBoltQueryEvents/Tags,Authors-8 705 1755724 ns/op

I'll try to release the code sometime this weekend, but I wanted to share that my boltdb solution is much faster than sqlite for simple queries and even beats sql on fairly complex queries.

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Is habla news markdown?

So cool! I didn't know :)

2 weeks

habla news + nostr rust relay

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I listen to a lot of music in a week… mainly hip hop and some R&B. This is a list of my top 7 albums of 2017.

7. James Blunt - The Afterlove

I'm probably gonna make some babies to a couple of tracks on this album. Raise those kids good and well so that they can do Sunday chores listening to the rest of the album. But of course... baby making music has already been reserved entirely for The Words and Sounds of Jill Scott.

6. Sands - Sands of Time

Sands is basically the Mbongeni Ngema of Swati's around the world. And just like Mbongeni Ngema he is the one responsible for why a majority of Nguni speaking people don't use innovative pick up lines anymore. With his song Tigi he cemented the line into DMs for years to come!  The album is actual well put together. I'm assuming he had gospel influences by how some of the songs were composed. But all in all he killing it.

5. Cigrettes After Sex - Cigrettes After Sex

How to describe this album… it's a pour vibe. With tracks like K. setting the mode for the rest of the album, call a friend to bring you some benefits. 

4. SZA - Ctrl

In my opinion this is probably the album with the most fitting track 1 in the albums released this year so far. The track is a shocker and sets one up for quite a ride on the rest of the album. 

That is my greatest fear That if, if I lost control Or did not have control Things would just, you know I would be fatal

Favorite cuts are: Doves in the Wind, 20 Something, Super Model, and pretty the whole album.

3. Samthing Soweto - Val'mehlo

Samthing Soweto is a South African vocalist who makes good music. These album was made to be mellow and for people to relax (in an attempt to be a lullaby for adults). Favourite songs: Peace and Lovely Things, Now and Then, Skado

2. Kendrick Lamar - Damn.

I got. I GoT. i GOt. ig0t. Is it wickedness? Is it weakness?  Favourite chops: Element, God, Yah, Fear

1. Smino - Blkswn

This album will probably my favourite album for the Decade. It's just too crazy! With quotables all over the place! With some impressive features here and there. I swear God probably said let there be light. Favourite tracks: Blkswn, Wild Irish Roses, B Role, Silk Pillows

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what is Biodiversity? Biodiverstiy encompasses the diversity of species, genes, ecosystems, and ecological processes that interact to create a complex and interconnected web of life. Biodiversity is a measure of the variety and variability of living organisms and their interactions within ecosystem.

In the intricate tapestry of Earth's ecosystems, a profound and concerning shift is unfolding—the effects of climate change on biodiversity. As global temperatures continue to rise due to human-induced factors, the delicate balance of life on our planet is being tested, pushing numerous plant and animal species to the brink of survival.

Disrupted Habitats and Range Shifts: One of the most visible impacts of climate change on biodiversity is the alteration of habitats and migration patterns. Rising temperatures and changing weather patterns force species to seek more suitable environments, often shifting their ranges to higher altitudes or latitudes. As habitats transform, some species thrive, while others struggle to adapt or face extinction.

Coral Bleaching and Marine Ecosystems: The warming of oceans poses a significant threat to marine life, particularly the vibrant and diverse coral reefs. Increasing ocean temperatures lead to coral bleaching—an event in which corals expel the colorful algae they rely on for sustenance and protection. As a result, coral reefs lose their vibrant colors and become more vulnerable to disease and death. This has far-reaching consequences for entire marine ecosystems that rely on coral reefs for food, shelter, and breeding grounds.

Polar Regions and Ice Melt: In the polar regions, where the effects of climate change are most pronounced, ice melt and shrinking sea ice pose serious challenges for species adapted to cold environments. Polar bears, for instance, rely on sea ice to hunt seals, their primary food source. As sea ice diminishes, polar bears are forced to travel greater distances to find food, putting their survival at risk. Similarly, species like penguins and seals that rely on ice for breeding and resting are also facing threats due to diminishing ice cover.

Extreme Weather Events and Ecosystem Disruption: The increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and wildfires, disrupt ecosystems and pose direct threats to species. Wildfires, fueled by higher temperatures and prolonged droughts, destroy habitats and force animals to flee. Hurricanes and storms can erode coastlines, affecting nesting sites for sea turtles and disrupting migratory patterns for birds.

The Ripple Effect: Implications for Ecosystem Services: Biodiversity loss due to climate change has cascading effects on the ecosystem services that support human well-being. Pollination of crops by insects, water purification by wetlands, and carbon storage by forests are just a few examples of the critical services provided by biodiversity. The decline of these services threatens food security, clean water availability, and climate regulation.

Conservation Efforts and Adaptation: As the effects of climate change on biodiversity intensify, conservation efforts become increasingly vital. Protecting and restoring habitats, establishing wildlife corridors, and implementing captive breeding programs are strategies aimed at preserving vulnerable species. Additionally, fostering resilience through habitat restoration and sustainable land use practices can enhance the ability of ecosystems to adapt to changing conditions.

In the intricate web of life on Earth, every species plays a role, contributing to the resilience and stability of ecosystems. As we witness the effects of climate change on biodiversity, it becomes clear that our actions, both individually and collectively, are crucial in shaping the fate of countless species. By embracing sustainable practices, supporting conservation efforts, and advocating for policies that address climate change, we can help safeguard the richness of life that makes our planet unique.

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Things that we mostly can't fix, but that maybe could have been done better if they were here from the beginning -- or something like that.

• The NOTICE message would have been better if it had structure like OK messages have. That would have allowed a more direct communication between relays and users, instead of relays being inside a client black box.
• Choosing secp256k1 felt cool and maybe it still feels cool because it is the Bitcoin curve, but since many people have pointed out that other curves and algorithms are much faster maybe picking those would have been better.
• Writing a spec for direct messages and implementing them was bad. In my defense, it was an attempt to please the public, but still I should have not have done that, or thought more about it before doing it.
• Thinking that kind 1 should be used for all the things "text" just restricted the ability of clients to do different interfaces. If we had different kinds for replies, quotes, comments and "root" posts from the beginning that would have been better.
• For a long time I didn't realize Nostr wasn't useful just for "social networking" things. I wonder what else could have been better designed in the relay-client interface if the needs of non-social-networking apps were kept in mind.
• The querying system is sometimes too generic, it could have been better if it was more restrictive, but more complete. For example: allowing generic querying over tags is weird, can lead to O(n²) issues in some cases and relays are left to fend for themselves -- on the other hand we can't query for the absence of some tags. But I don't know how any of these things could have been better even today, so maybe it wasn't so bad.
• Making the events be JSON: sometimes I think this was a bad idea and a binary format would have been better, but most of the times I think Nostr wouldn't have become any popular at all if this was the case -- also binary is slower than JSON in JavaScript, so I guess this wasn't a completely bad choice. Perhaps if something like NSON had been adopted from the start, though, that would have been better for everybody.

When I decided to write this I had one item in mind, but when I started I forgot what that was. I'll add it here back when I remember.

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I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers - that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe.

Christian #Bible #grownostr #biblestr

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Table Of Content

• The Impending Debt Limit Crisis
• Why Bitcoin Holds Promise
• Impact on National Debt
• Conclusion
• FAQ

As nations grapple with mounting debt burdens and economic uncertainties, a groundbreaking solution looms on the horizon: Bitcoin. This digital currency, built on decentralized blockchain technology, offers a unique opportunity to address the impending debt limit crisis and reshape the financial landscape. In this article, we will delve into why Bitcoin could be the solution to the looming debt limit crisis, exploring its advantages, impact on national debt, and its potential role in ensuring economic stability.

The Impending Debt Limit Crisis

• What is the Debt Limit Crisis?

The debt limit crisis refers to the situation when a country's government reaches the maximum amount of debt it can legally borrow. This ceiling, set by legislation, is often a contentious issue in political debates. Failure to raise the debt limit can result in severe consequences, including a potential government shutdown, default on obligations, and financial market instability.

• The Fragile State of National Debts

Nationwide debt levels continue to soar across the globe, with many countries burdened by staggering amounts of indebtedness. The United States, for instance, faces a mounting national debt that surpasses $28 trillion. Similarly, other nations grapple with their own debt crises, making it imperative to explore innovative solutions to tackle this financial burden.

Why Bitcoin Holds Promise

• Bitcoin's Decentralized Nature

Bitcoin operates on a decentralized network called the blockchain. This means that no single entity or government controls it. Instead, transactions are verified by a network of computers, ensuring transparency and immutability. This decentralized nature presents a stark contrast to traditional financial systems, making Bitcoin a promising alternative for economic stability.

• Protection Against Inflation

Inflation poses a significant threat to economies and their citizens. Bitcoin, with its limited supply of 21 million coins, offers a hedge against inflation. Unlike fiat currencies, which can be printed at will, Bitcoin's scarcity ensures its value is not eroded by excessive money supply. This feature makes Bitcoin an attractive store of value and a potential safeguard against the negative effects of inflation.

• Financial Inclusion and Empowerment

Bitcoin has the power to empower individuals and communities who have limited access to traditional financial systems. By utilizing Bitcoin, individuals can transact securely and inexpensively, without the need for intermediaries. This can provide financial inclusion to the unbanked and underbanked populations, fostering economic growth and stability.

• Transparency and Auditability

One of the core principles of Bitcoin is transparency. Every transaction is recorded on the blockchain, visible to anyone who wishes to review it. This transparency enhances accountability and enables efficient auditing, reducing the likelihood of fraudulent activities. By leveraging these features, governments can ensure responsible financial practices and mitigate the risk of corruption.

Impact on National Debt

• Reducing the Reliance on Fiat Debt

Bitcoin has the potential to reduce a nation's reliance on fiat debt. Governments often resort to borrowing money by issuing bonds and treasury bills, adding to their national debt. By incorporating Bitcoin into their financial systems, governments can diversify their holdings and explore alternative means of financing. This could alleviate the burden of constantly accumulating fiat debt and provide a more balanced approach to fiscal management.

• Revenue Generation and Economic Growth

Bitcoin's adoption can contribute to revenue generation and economic growth. As the cryptocurrency ecosystem expands, businesses emerge to support and facilitate Bitcoin transactions. This development creates employment opportunities and stimulates economic activity. Moreover, governments can generate revenue through taxation on Bitcoin-related activities, further bolstering their financial position.

• Mitigating Currency Crises

Currency crises can wreak havoc on economies, causing severe fluctuations in exchange rates and devastating consequences for citizens. By integrating Bitcoin into a nation's financial infrastructure, governments can provide an alternative to their national currency during times of currency crises. This flexibility can help stabilize the economy, mitigate the adverse effects of currency devaluation, and foster investor confidence.

Conclusion

As nations confront the looming debt limit crisis, Bitcoin emerges as a beacon of hope, offering a potential solution and transformative possibilities. Its decentralized nature, protection against inflation, financial inclusion, and transparency make it a compelling choice for governments seeking economic stability. While challenges and uncertainties exist, embracing Bitcoin's potential can pave the way for a more resilient and inclusive financial future.

FAQ

Can Bitcoin completely eliminate a country's debt? No, Bitcoin alone cannot eliminate a country's debt. However, its adoption and integration into financial systems can provide alternative means of financing and reduce reliance on accumulating fiat debt.

How can Bitcoin help individuals facing economic hardships? Bitcoin offers financial inclusion and empowerment by providing a secure and inexpensive means of transacting. This can benefit individuals facing economic hardships by enabling them to participate in the global economy without the need for traditional banking services.

Will governments lose control if they adopt Bitcoin? Governments can adopt Bitcoin while retaining control over their financial systems. The decentralized nature of Bitcoin does not imply a loss of control; instead, it offers an opportunity for greater transparency, accountability, and economic stability.

Is Bitcoin a safe investment for governments? As with any investment, Bitcoin carries risks. However, due to its limited supply and decentralized nature, Bitcoin has demonstrated resilience and the potential for long-term value appreciation.

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Introduction

In a world where environmental consciousness is taking center stage, the demand for eco-friendly products is soaring. These products, often referred to as "green" or "sustainable," go beyond just being a trend – they represent a conscious shift towards a more responsible and environmentally friendly lifestyle. From reusable grocery bags to solar-powered gadgets, the choices we make as consumers can significantly impact the health of our planet. In this article, we will delve into the significance of eco-friendly products, explore the various categories available, and discuss how incorporating them into our daily lives can contribute to a more sustainable future.

The Significance of Eco-Friendly Products

Eco-friendly products are designed with the environment in mind. They are typically manufactured using processes that minimize harm to the planet, conserve resources, and reduce pollution. These products play a vital role in mitigating the negative impact of consumerism and promoting a circular economy – a system that aims to minimize waste and prioritize the reuse and recycling of materials.

One of the key advantages of eco-friendly products is their reduced carbon footprint. Traditional manufacturing methods often result in significant greenhouse gas emissions and resource depletion. In contrast, eco-friendly products are made from sustainable materials and follow eco-conscious production practices, contributing to a healthier planet and a more sustainable future.

Categories of Eco-Friendly Products

Eco-friendly products encompass a wide range of categories, each addressing specific environmental concerns. Some popular categories include:

1. Reusable Alternatives: Products like reusable shopping bags, water bottles, coffee cups, and utensils help reduce single-use plastic waste, conserving resources and minimizing pollution.

2. Organic and Natural Products: From organic food items to natural skincare and cleaning products, these offerings prioritize non-toxic ingredients and biodegradable packaging.

3. Energy-Efficient Appliances: Energy-efficient appliances, such as LED light bulbs, solar-powered gadgets, and smart thermostats, reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills.

4. Upcycled and Recycled Goods: Items made from upcycled or recycled materials, such as clothing, furniture, and accessories, breathe new life into discarded resources.

5. Low-Impact Fashion: Eco-friendly clothing brands focus on sustainable materials, ethical manufacturing, and circular fashion practices to minimize the fashion industry's environmental impact.

Incorporating Eco-Friendly Products into Daily Life

Making the switch to eco-friendly products doesn't require a complete overhaul of your lifestyle. Small, intentional choices can lead to significant positive changes. Here's how you can seamlessly integrate eco-friendly products into your daily routine:

1. Start with the Basics: Begin by replacing single-use items like plastic bags, disposable water bottles, and paper towels with reusable alternatives.

2. Research and Choose Wisely: Before purchasing, research the sustainability practices of brands and opt for products with eco-friendly certifications.

3. Prioritize Quality: Invest in high-quality products that are durable and built to last, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

4. Reduce Energy Consumption: Switch to energy-efficient appliances and consider solar-powered options to lower your energy consumption.

5. Support Sustainable Fashion: Choose clothing brands that embrace ethical and sustainable practices, supporting a more responsible fashion industry.

Conclusion

Embracing eco-friendly products is not just a trend – it's a conscientious choice that has far-reaching implications for the environment. By opting for products that prioritize sustainability, we can collectively work towards reducing waste, conserving resources, and mitigating the adverse effects of consumerism. Whether it's through reusable alternatives, organic and natural products, energy-efficient appliances, or supporting sustainable fashion, each eco-friendly choice we make contributes to a greener and more sustainable future. As consumers, we have the power to drive positive change, one eco-friendly product at a time.

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Episode 11. Your host, Josh Levine, talks with the Founder and CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center Richard Blank. Josh Levine is an educator, designer, and best-selling author, but above all, he is on a mission to help organizations design a culture advantage. His new book Great Mondays: How to Design a Company Culture Employees Love, will be published in 2018 by McGraw-Hill Education, and presents the framework and tools business leaders need to understand, design, and manage their own culture.

Costa Rica Call Center is a state-of-the-art BPO telemarketing outsourcing company. CRCC's bilingual crew is capable of handling any size BPO while offering expansion or staying in contact with customers without stress or added time to hire and train telemarketers yourself. Costa Rica's Call Center personally trains different call centers across Central America.

For more than 15 years Josh has helped build culture-driven brands and as Principal of Great Mondays continues his work with tech and social enterprise organizations. He is best known for helping found the non-profit Culture LabX, and as its executive director has overseen it grow into an international community.

Josh is sought after for his inspiring and educational keynotes, that not only reveal new insights, but inspire new action. His highly entertaining and accessible writing has been featured in Forbes, Huffington Post, Fast Company, and Design Management Journal.

Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. When he was 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers.

Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain. A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, inducted into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business. Giving back to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.

Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.

https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/

RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Leadgeneration #Appointmentsetting #greatmondayradio

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In a time not unlike our own, I find myself beseeched by the urgency of a pursuit most novel: the establishment of an electronic cash system. Eternity DDS, a project dear to my heart, had to be halted until such a system could be wrought into being. Thus, my endeavors turned to HINDE, a noble cause that I took up alongside the talented Ian Goldberg.

Creating this system has not been without its trials, for even as I presented my thoughts at Bob Hettinga's conference in Boston, I found myself amidst potential adversaries. To openly criticize DigiCash and Mr. David Chaum in such company may have been ill-advised, yet my conviction in our cause could not be stifled.

My dear friend Ian has since ventured into the realm of Zero-Knowledge Systems, leaving me to follow the paths laid out in subsequent letters. The campaign against DigiCash known as HINDE lies dormant, yet I urge you not to interpret this as a sign of defeat.

In my charge to preserve the Cypherpunks Archives, I have deemed the simple solution of mirroring drives sufficient. Should calamity strike, I have means to recover the information. The machine, I trust, shall rise again soon.

My fellow citizen Ryan has ventured afar, driven by projects and concerns that intrigue and perplex him. He seeks to forge new paths, driven by concern for the impending uncertainty of y2k, dissatisfaction with the nation's crypto policies, and a longing to create and achieve. His departure was not an act of treachery but a choice guided by principle and ambition.

The reasons for leaving one's homeland can be many, and the urgency of these times compels us to consider our place in the world. Anguilla appears a reasonable haven for those wishing to escape the turmoil. Yet one must take heed and prepare for what may come, for uncertainty clouds our future.

As we face a new era, let us be mindful of our choices and the paths we tread. Opportunities abound for those willing to seek them, and wisdom lies in understanding the course that best aligns with our principles and aspiration

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"I do not want to miss a good chance of getting us a slice of this magnificent African cake." —Leopold II of Belgium

This post was originally published on Twitter by @AfricanArchives ( 2023-08-09 )

After the Berlin conference of 1884-1885 ( conference where European nations established the 'legal' claim that all of Africa could be occupied by whomever could take it), different European nations set out to mount their flags all over Africa. The nations set out murdering africans, and then taking their wealth to make Europe wealthier.

King Leopold II set out for the Congo and declared it his territory proclaiming it his property, the people and the land, quickly turning the land into a money-making enterprise. Congo was rich in many minerals, but at the time it was richer in ivory and rubber. He set up a system that was extremely harsh on the people — a system that, if they did not reach regular rubber collection quotas, he murdered and mutilated the indigenous people.

King Leopold II’s government declared that rubber harvesting was a necessary tax that would be paid to the crown by those who lived on the land. This literally meant that Leopold took the lands and wealth of a people and obliged them to work on their own land as slaves.

The rubber industry in Europe was booming and he had to meet the demands of the market. As punishment for not fulfilling the quota they cut-off of your limb or get murdered.

(Congolese being forced to display severed hands of members of the commmunity for a photo)

Leopold II had an army which consisted of about 19,000 european mercenaries, called Publique Force. The military aggressively recruited Africans into its lower ranks as well. These Africans were press-ganged into service and they were executed if they resisted.

The European officials were so ruthless and based on their rubber hatred and targeting that they created a rule for soldiers to cut off and deliver the hands of any of the Congolese citizens killed for failing to fulfill their quota.

The source began to decline thus becoming slightly scarce . It was then more difficult to obtain the rubber, as many individuals had to climb tall trees to reach the vines. People may often drop from the trees and fall to their deaths. In addition to the shooting and maiming, disease was another factor that caused millions to die. The wellbeing of the workers was not taken into account by the Belgians, who fed them with unhealthy meat and vegetables, and starved them most of the time.

However, this did not make the Belgians stop. For the commercial benefit of their resources, they continued the slavery and enslavement of the people of the Congo. The burning of their villages was one of the painful accounts of the genocide of the Congolese. The commissioners and their officers also gave a certain quota to a whole village to fulfill and if they failed their villages and inhabitants were burnt down.

Diplomatic talks and pressure from many quarters would later lead Leopold II to renounce his rule over the Free State of the Congo and then hand it over to the Belgian Government, and then the Congo to be named the Belgian Congo.

To this day, the Congo is still the property of the Europeans and has been held in constant conflict by European powers trying to seize their wealth while keeping the citizens divided.

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Note: this is a transcript of a talk given at a local Bitcoin event.

As Bitcoiners, we are all well aware of the dangers posed to our privacy, security, and freedom by CBDCs, digital ID, vaccine passports, carbon credits, and so on. We don’t even have to theorise about these dangers because governments and central bankers are happy to boast the “benefits” of CBDCs include the ability to control what you can buy and make your money expire.

But how do these things actually work? Governments are vague on the technical details, preferring instead to use buzzwords like “blockchain”, “interopterbility”, and the most profidious of all – “programmable money.”

What we do know is most – if not all – of the current CBDC trials include partnerships with the private banking and technology sectors. Specifically, some of the big players supplying the technology for CBDC infrastructure include Amazon, Accenture, Microsoft, IBM, the Linux Foundation, and ConsenSys – a company founded and run primarily by the co-founders of Ethereum itself, and largely funded by JP Morgan.

This should come as no surprise for those familiar with the tech industry. The cloud has been a rapidly growing sector for years now, and government departments are among the big customers. Already the NHS and HMRC use AWS for instance. In the US, even the CIA uses AWS.

Likewise, we are already aware of the fact that commercial banks are in charge of all digital money production in the form of credit creation, and this commercial bank money makes up close to all the fiat in the world today. It is therefore expected that a new form of digital money is being created with the help of commercial banks.

In this talk I hope to answer the question of how these outsourced, cloud based systems work in regards to CBDCs, digital ID, and other Orwellian bollocks. If you are left with questions, feel free to ask them at the end.

The first thing to understand is although these projects are almost entirely based around EVM – the Ethereum Virtual Machine – they will not be run on the Ethereum blockchain or any other public blockchain. Instead they will make use of private deployments of an EVM based blockchain.

In fact, you can learn exactly how this works from AWS right now. They’ll let you spin up your own EVM deployment. You will be the admin. You can choose how much – if any – of the wallets or transactions are made public, but as the admin, you have full view into and control over every single one. And if that sounds suspiciously similar to E-Coin from Mr Robot, that’s because it is.

Which brings me neatly onto the next essential concept – permissioned blockchains. Private deployments of EVM do not rely on proof of stake as you might suspect. Instead they operate under so-called proof of authority. This means exactly what it sounds like.

Remember when everyone who held USDC in Tornado Cash saw it frozen overnight as the smart contract was added to the OFAC sanction list? That was possible because USDC is a permissioned ERC-20 token. Circle is able to blacklist any wallet at any time, so that any USDC currently held in any given wallet, as well as any that may be sent to it in the future, is frozen. Even if it is on a hardware wallet or another non-custodial solution, it does not matter. The tokens themselves are a smart contract, the code is upgradable and includes a blacklist, so there is nothing you can do.

If you extrapolate USDC to all tokens held across an entire blockchain, you now understand permissioned blockchains, proof of authority, and the concept of “programmable money.” Not just in concept, but also in practice. Just as USDC is a Solidity smart contract on Ethereum, a CBDC will be a Solidity smart contract on a private Ethereum fork. And once that infrastructure is deployed, and if it is widely adopted, you have a platform that any smart contract with any additional function can be deployed on in the future. Nothing technologically prevents this – you have to simply trust the state not to expand their power… I know, hilarious.

Whenever you hear the term “programmable money” thrown around, remember it means money that a central authority has full control over, including the power to arbitrarily freeze everything linked to your digital ID, such as your CBDC wallet and passport, as well as the ability to make your money expire and decide what you are permitted to spend it on, and of course the aforementioned power to add to that list at will.

Although these national CBDC deployments will all be separate, they will largely be based on EVM, which will make them interoperable – this means that, for example, you can make a GBP payment to someone in the USA and it’ll instantly settle in USD. Provisions for CBDC support are already being integrated into fast payment systems around the world, which could allow banks to give you no choice in whether you use a CBDC. There is an ongoing active push for CBDC integration into fast payments right now, driven by the World Bank and the Bill and Malinda Gates Foundation.

Additionally, you can expect discounts on purchases to be offered in return for using a CBDC, and possibly even a free airdrop ala Worldcoin – in China they already gave away free digital yuan. We may even see UBI trials conducted with the CBDC. Because hey, the first hit is free, right?

You may have also heard a lot of talk around the idea of “tokenisation.” This is where physical goods are represented by NFTs on one of these state/corporate controlled blockchains. If everything you own is logged on a blockchain and linked to a digital ID, access to those goods can be removed if your CBDC wallet is frozen. With an increasing number of internet-of-things devices, our assets can literally be frozen.

Now, these are currently all ideas being thrown around as CBDCs themselves are being piloted. Tokenisation could turn out to be vaporware. But once this infrastructure rolls out into production, it is a full EVM blockchain linked to digital IDs of every user, and the state as well as banks and other private interests will have the power to add to the scope of that blockchain whenever they want.

The implementations that are already being developed aside from CBDCs themselves include digital ID as a prerequisite for a CBDC – since everything will be KYC’d, digital ID is a certainty. Digital passports are a natural extension of digital ID, and yes there are specific proposals from the likes of the WHO, EU, and WEF, among others, to make these vaccine passports in exactly those words – and finally carbon credits, including “individual carbon tracker” projects aimed at logging where individuals travel, how they travel, what they eat, what they buy, and more – effectly creating a social credit score in all but name.

The overarching theme through all of this highlights the true danger of CBDCs. It is not simply about the government knowing what you’ve spent money on. It is about the level of overt control the state is granting itself over how you spend your money, how long you have to spend it, what you do and say, whether you your fancy new EV will let you drive in the morning, and most vitally of all, the ability to add to their powers at will simply by writing a smart contract.

With all of these invasive systems of surveillance and control being rolled out onto a single platform, or at the very least, interoperable platforms, it seems to me impossible these won’t become interconnected – after all, that’s what interoperable means.

How do you escape this? You know that already.

Thank you for listening.

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สองคนนี้รู้จักกันเพราะคุยเรื่องบิตคอยน์กันแน่ๆ เลย?

ถ้าผมบอกว่าเราคุ้นเคยกันมากขึ้นเพราะ "เกมส์" คุณจะเชื่อไหม?

ย้อนกลับไปในช่วงเปิดตัวหนังสือ The Bitcoin Standard ฉบับแปลไทยของ อ.พิริยะ นั่นคือเหตุผลแรกที่ผม ซึ่งเป็นใครจากไหนก็ไม่รู้ ทักไปหา อ.ตั๊ม ครั้งแรก..

"ผมเอาเล่มนึงคับ"

ก็คงเป็นการ Approach แบบที่ใครเค้าก็ทำกัน พวกคุณก็คงพอเดาได้ แต่คุณคงเคยเห็นมาแล้ว บัญชีโซเชียลมีเดียแต่ละแอปของเขาน่ะ การแจ้งเตือนมัน 999+ ตลอด ผมไม่คิดว่าจะมีใครโชคดีได้ป๊ะได้คุยตั้งแต่ทักเขาครั้งแรก

ใช่ครับ.. ผมรอครึ่งปีเพื่อให้ถึงจังหวะโอกาสที่เขาต้องตอบผมแน่ๆ ก็ตอนขายหนังสือนี่แหละ..

ไม่มีอะไรมากมาย ผมมีแนะนำตัวเล็กน้อยว่าผมเป็นแอดมินเพจ CryptoNize (ที่ตอนนี้เลิกทำไปแล้วล่ะ) ผมชื่นชอบบิตคอยน์ และติดตามมานาน บลา บลา บลา

แต่สิ่งหนึ่งที่ผมต้องใช้ความกล้าอย่างมาก และต้องทำทันทีคือการ "Declare" บอกกับเขาตรงๆ ว่าผมอยากร่วมทำบางอย่างเพื่อตอบแทนสิ่งที่เขาทำทั้งหมดด้วยการช่วยทุกอย่างเท่าที่เขาจะอนุญาต โดยเฉพาะการสร้าง Bitcoin Network ในไทย ก็ถ้าไม่ใช่โอกาสนี้ก็ไม่รู้จะทำตอนไหนละ

เอ่อ.. ผมคิดว่าตอนนั้น อ.ตั๊ม ก็คงจะงงๆ แบ่งรับแบ่งสู้ อะไรของมึงวะหมอนี่..

จริง ๆ มันเริ่มมาจากการที่ผมสังเกตมานานแล้ว และคิดเรื่องนี้ในหัวมาตลอด ผมเองก็เป็นคนนึงที่อยากทำให้ในไทยมีฐานความรู้เกี่ยวกับบิตคอยน์ภาษาไทยมาตั้งแต่ต้น

ผมหลงเข้าดงชิตคอยน์ในก้าวแรกสู่ตลาดคริปโต เดชะบุญที่ผมอยู่กับการศึกษาวงการลงทุนมานาน หลายสินทรัพย์ที่ผมรู้จักดี ผมใช้เวลาไม่นานนักในการแยกแยะได้ว่าอะไรคือของจริง ของปลอม

หลังจากนั้นผมก็ทำเพจบิตคอยน์งูๆ ปลาๆ ในแบบของตัวเองไป แน่นอนว่าในไทยเมื่อคุณตกลงปลงใจจะศึกษาบิตคอยน์ ชื่อแรกที่คุณจะนึกถึงแน่ๆ คือ อ.พิริยะ เขาเป็นไอดอลของผมเหมือนกับพวกคุณทุกคนนั่นแหละครับ

แล้วไอดอลกลายมาเป็นเพื่อนเราได้ยังไง?

มีช่วงหนึ่งที่ผมสังเกตุเห็นได้ชัดว่า อ.ตั๊ม เริ่มมีอาการ Burn-out ผมไม่รู้ว่าใครเห็นแบบผมไหมนะ แต่ผมแน่ใจว่าใช่แน่ๆ ผมกลับไปคิดว่าผมจะช่วยอะไรเค้าได้บ้าง?

ถ้าเราอยากจะผลักดันวงการบิตคอยน์ในไทย แทนที่จะแยกกันทำไปแบบนี้ ทำไมเราไม่ไปขอจอยช่วย อ. ทำ เสริมพลังให้แกไปเลยนะ? ผมตัวเล็กมากในคอมมูนิตี้ไทยตอนนั้น จะว่าโนเนมเลยก็ได้ แต่คิดอะไรเกินตัวซะเหลือเกิน

But how?

ผมรื้อทุกอย่างที่เป็น อ.พิริยะ เท่าที่จะหาแหล่งข้อมูลได้ในเมืองไทย ผมเป็นคนนึงที่ดูทุกคลิป ทั้งบิตคอยน์ สอนเทรด ส่วนตัว เฟซบุ๊ก หนังสือที่อ่าน วิธีที่พูด โพสต์ที่เคยผ่านตา บทความที่เคยเขียน ฯลฯ เรียกว่าผมวิจัยคนๆ นึงเลยก็ว่าได้

ผมศึกษานิสัยใจคอของเขา ความชอบ เป้าหมาย ต่างๆ นานา ไม่ใช่เพื่อจะ Take Advantage จากสิ่งนี้ แต่ผมต้องการเป็นเพื่อนกับเขาจริงๆ ผมเป็นคนแบบนี้ ผมชอบทำงานกับเพื่อน กับคนที่รู้มือรู้ใจกัน และในสถานการณ์แบบนี้ มันควรเป็นผมที่ต้องเข้าใจ อ. ให้ได้ก่อน

ถ้าคุณคิดว่าเราคงถกเรื่องบิตคอยน์ หรืองานเทรดกัน คุณคิดผิดถนัด.. ผมคุยเรื่องสัพเพเหระที่ไม่เกี่ยวกับบิตคอยน์กันแม้แต่นิดเดียว จนกระทั่งวันนี้ก็ยังเป็นแบบนี้ เรื่องที่เราคุยกันถูกคอมากที่สุดคือ.. "เรื่องเกมส์"

ให้ตายเถอะ เรามันเด็กที่โตมาในยุค 90' เหมือนกัน มีอะไรจะคุยได้ยาวเท่าเรื่องในอดีตอีก เราคุยถึงสมัยเรียน สมัยเด็ก สมัย Ragnarok เราเล่นเกมบน Nintendo switch ด้วยกัน

เอ่อ.. ผมหมายถึง… เล่นของใครของมันแล้วมาคุยกันอะนะ

พวกคุณรู้ไหมว่าเราชอบเกมกันขนาดนี้ แต่เอาเข้าจริงเราได้เล่นกันก่อนนอนวันละไม่เกินครึ่ง ชม. แค่นั้นเอง เอาแค่พอให้หายอยาก เรามีเรื่องต้องทำกันเยอะมากๆ ในตอนนั้น หากใครยังจำได้ จะมีช่วงนึงที่ อ. พูดถึงเกม Triangle Strategy บ่อยๆ นั่นแหละ เล่นอยู่กับผม

แต่อันนี้ยอมนะ เกม RPG นี่ผมสู้แกไม่ได้จริงๆ

จนกระทั่งเราได้เจอกันครั้งแรกที่งานมีตอัพบิตคอยน์ที่โรงเบียร์พี่ชิต (น่าจะมีคนอ่านสักคนที่ได้ไป) เอาจริงๆ นะ ผมไม่ตื่นเต้นเลย เป็น อ. มากกว่าที่ไม่รู้จะทำตัวยังไง ฮ่าๆๆ

ก็ผมมันดิบ ผมเป็นคนเซอร์ๆ ขัดกับลุคของ อ. คนละขั้ว แต่คนต่างขั้วนี่แหละพาพวกคุณให้ได้มาอ่านบทความนี้บน Nostr ตอนนี้ เรามาไกลจากตรงนั้นมาก เรามีคอมมูที่โตขึ้นอย่างออแกนิก มีสมาชิกน่ารักๆ ในคอมมูนิตี้หลายคน เรามี Right Shift และพาร์ทเนอร์อีกมากมายที่กำลังผุดกันขึ้นมา

ผมที่คิดว่าจะเข้ามาช่วยแบ่งเบาภาระ อ. ในตอนแรก ตอนนี้ผมทำให้เขายุ่งยิ่งกว่าเดิม แต่ผมก็สัมผัสได้นะ ผมเชื่อลึกๆ ว่าตอนนี้ อ. คงมีความสุข อ.ไม่ได้สู้ตัวคนเดียว วันนี้ อ. มีพวกเราทุกคน มันจับต้องได้ ใช้แค่หัวใจก็สัมผัสมันได้ละ

สิ่งที่ดีที่สุดที่เกิดขึ้นระหว่างเราสองคน คือผมได้สวมกอด อ. (แบบลูกผู้ชาย) หลังการจัดงาน BTC2023 ไม่มีใครได้เห็นภาพนี้ เพราะมันอยู่ในความทรงจำของผมคนเดียว…

เราเคยวาดรูปล้อเลียนให้นาย.. ตอนนี้ยังอยู่ดีไหม?

ผมอยากจะบอกกับทุกคนว่า.. เราคงไม่สามารถมีเพื่อนได้จากการนั่งอยู่เฉยๆ หรอกครับ มันมีคุณค่าบางอย่างที่จะคอยดึงดูดคนเราเข้าหากัน แต่มันต้องมีสักคนที่เริ่มก่อน และ พิริยะ คือชายคนนั้นที่ได้มอบคุณค่าบางอย่างให้กับพวกเรา พวกเรารู้กันดีว่ามันคืออะไร

สิ่งนี้แหละเรียกว่า Value for Value เมื่อเราให้มากพอ วันนึงเราจะได้รับบางอย่างเป็นการตอบแทน..

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I recently read a book written by the great Robert Lustig called Metabolical. It was such a good read because it combined a well substantiated biochemical argument on why we should not eat processed food with an argument against big pharma and big food as the perpetrators of our current obesity epidemic.

The gist of the thing is that big agricultural companies have an incentive to produce poisonous stuff that pretends to be „food” because it is cheap and scalable. They actively fund allegedly neutral regulatory bodies, which in turn affirm their bad practices. An example is the American Heart Association (the AHA), which was a relatively small organization until 1948, when they started receiving funding from industry, initially from Procter&Gamble - vegetable oil and margarine manufacturers. It's all part of the crusade against saturated fat, which is very convenient for agricultural companies. Why throw away all that toxic sludge meant for lubricating machines (vegetable oils) when we can market it as actual food and sell it to people? In what world is it ethical to talk about food while taking money from food manufacturers? How can you dare to claim you're unbiased? But, that's just the start.

Big pharmaceutical companies have an incentive to produce drugs, and have been caught manufacturing diagnoses to suit their products. An example is the term „breakthrough pain”, invented by Purdue pharma to sell their opioid drug, oxycontin. Breakthrough pain means: pain that is unresponsive to standard dosing of opioid painkillers. Treatment? Higher doses of oxycontin, of course. Pharmaceutical companies are known to invent a diagnosis years before conveniently introducing a drug to „fix” an apparent epidemic of this condition. The most recent example was with BED (binge eating disorder), which is a new term that I was not taught about while in medical school. It's a brilliant business plan, to be sure. Have an unmarketable drug? Well, just create the demand. Fund some doctors, repeat the lie a couple thousand times on various seminars and everyone will believe the new truth. I can tell you from experience that almost every single medical seminar, which we are required to attend under the Continual Medical Education (CME) scheme, is funded by a drug manufacturer. Like food companies, they pretend to be unbiased. Again, in what world is it possible to be unbiased if drug manufacturers fund their own studies? They aren't even required to publish the results if they don't want to, i.e. if the data go against their proposed drug. A study is approximately 7 times more likely to support the use of their patron's drug. Unbiased? Clearly we should all listen to „The Science”.

But what is even more unholy is when the interests of Big Food, Big Pharma and Government align. Big food creates junk food, junk food raises cholesterol and causes Diabetes; big Pharma makes a drug to manage the symptoms; and both hire the people from government who are supposed to regulate them. If you think about it rationally like a psychopath, there is really no reason not to support this money making machine. Trillions of dollars are wasted on managing chronic disease, all of it going into the black hole of the medical industry, indirectly subsidizing junk food. Pharmaceutical companies have no incentive to cure a disease if the disease represents a never-ending source of revenue. Food companies have no incentive to stop producing cheap junk or stop selling waste products. Government workers have no incentive to step on their future employer's toes.

Let me run some numbers by you. 88% of Americans are metabolically ill (i.e. having at least one of the five diagnostic criteria for metabolic disease). This btw also means it is impossible anymore to have a healthy cohort of people for any kind of nutritional study because we are all sick essentially. 70% of Americans take at least one, and >50% take at least two prescription drugs. I'd bet you anything these are either statins, antihypertensive or diabetic drugs. Over 70% of Americans and 53% of Europeans are either overweight or obese. All of these people are at a much higher risk for Diabetes, Heart disease, and all of them are an additional burden for our tax systems, which suits the Big companies just fine since they're the ones profiting off human misery. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, an illness that didn't exist before the 1980s, is now the second most common cause for liver transplantation in the EU and US, and the incidence keeps growing.

These numbers are devastating, and they just keep getting worse and worse. More and more, younger people are becoming obese and diabetic, and as these people grow old, they will suffer the consequences of cardiovascular disease – death or disability.

So, what can be done? The author suggests basically political lobbying. Personally, I think it is a waste of time. It is not possible to break a multi billion/trillion dollar incentive structure. Even well meaning physicians will buy into the lies of pharmaceutical companies. The average doctor doesn't know anything about anthropology, nutrition, or the history of pharmaceutical abuse (thalidomide, opioid epidemic, harmless selective COX2 inhibitors causing heart failure, Aducanumab for Alzheimmer's being approved despite causing brain swelling and hemorrhage etc.), you're on your own when it comes to handling metabolic disease. Even if a physician speaks out, and advocates (god forbid) eating more fat and less carbs (fruit and vegetables), his license might get revoked by regulatory bodies (that are bought and paid for).

So I ask you again, what can be done? The only thing there is to do, which is to opt out. It seriously bugs me how all these people in the keto community don't think about the concept of decentralized medicine and bitcoin. In the near future, YOU will be responsible for YOUR own health. YOU can be a sovereign individual, which also means taking care of your own well being. You can either take the blue pill and keep living in fantasy land where cereal is more recommended for breakfast than bacon and eggs, where diabetics are counseled to eat a „balanced diet with whole grains and avoid animal fats”, or you can join the rest of us in gritty reality. Nobody will save you, people will keep getting sicker and more obese. Healthcare systems will get worse and worse, burdened by the ever growing tide of chronic disease. The best you can do, and should do, is take care of your own health. When you're 50 years old, in great shape and free of medication, people might notice.

When next you see an obese person, don't judge them. We are up against a deeply rooted and corrupt trillion dollar industry that is laser focused on getting you to eat junk food and treating the symptoms of your metabolic disease. Most people just don't stand a chance, only you can break the programming by educating yourself and sometimes going against the wisdom of the mass consensus. After all, in medicine leeches used to be the gold standard for treating anything, didn't they?

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Table Of Content

• The Economics Behind Bitcoin ATMs
• Factors Influencing Bitcoin ATM Adoption
• Conclusion
• FAQ

The world of finance has experienced a significant transformation with the advent of cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin, the first and most popular cryptocurrency, has revolutionized the way we perceive and transact with money. As the adoption of Bitcoin continues to grow, various technological advancements have emerged to facilitate its usage. One such innovation is the Bitcoin Automated Teller Machine (ATM). In this article, we will explore the role of economics in the adoption of Bitcoin ATMs, analyzing the impact on the financial landscape, consumer behavior, and overall market dynamics.

The Economics Behind Bitcoin ATMs

• Understanding Supply and Demand Dynamics

Bitcoin ATMs serve as physical touchpoints for users to buy or sell Bitcoin using traditional currencies. The presence of Bitcoin ATMs in a region is heavily influenced by the economics of supply and demand. When demand for Bitcoin rises in a particular area, entrepreneurs and businesses have an economic incentive to install Bitcoin ATMs to cater to this demand. Conversely, in areas with low demand, the installation of Bitcoin ATMs might not be financially viable.

• Impact on Local Economies

The presence of Bitcoin ATMs can have a profound impact on local economies. By providing easy access to Bitcoin, these ATMs promote financial inclusivity and enable individuals to participate in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. This increased accessibility encourages entrepreneurship and fosters innovation within the local economy. Additionally, Bitcoin ATMs often charge transaction fees, which generate revenue for the machine owners and contribute to the local economy.

Factors Influencing Bitcoin ATM Adoption

• Technological Infrastructure

The adoption of Bitcoin ATMs is heavily influenced by the technological infrastructure of a region. Bitcoin ATMs rely on a stable internet connection and other supporting technologies to function seamlessly. Areas with robust technological infrastructure are more likely to witness higher adoption rates of Bitcoin ATMs.

• Regulatory Environment

The regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies plays a crucial role in the adoption of Bitcoin ATMs. Clear and favorable regulations provide certainty to businesses and individuals, facilitating the installation and operation of Bitcoin ATMs. Conversely, strict regulations or uncertain legal frameworks can deter entrepreneurs from entering the market and limit the proliferation of Bitcoin ATMs.

• Market Demand and Consumer Behavior

The demand for Bitcoin and the willingness of consumers to adopt cryptocurrencies significantly impact the installation of Bitcoin ATMs. Consumer behavior is influenced by factors such as trust, convenience, and perceived value. As awareness and acceptance of cryptocurrencies increase, the demand for Bitcoin ATMs rises, resulting in wider adoption.

Conclusion

The role of economics in the adoption of Bitcoin ATMs cannot be understated. The economics of supply and demand, along with technological infrastructure and regulatory environments, shape the landscape for Bitcoin ATM proliferation. These ATMs play a vital role in promoting financial inclusivity, generating revenue, and facilitating convenient access to cryptocurrencies. As the world embraces cryptocurrencies and their potential, the future of Bitcoin ATMs holds immense promise in revolutionizing financial transactions globally.

FAQs

How do Bitcoin ATMs work? Bitcoin ATMs function similarly to traditional ATMs, but instead of dispensing cash, they facilitate the buying or selling of Bitcoin. Users can insert cash into the machine, which is then converted into Bitcoin and transferred to their digital wallets. Alternatively, users can also sell Bitcoin and receive cash from the ATM.

Are Bitcoin ATMs secure? Bitcoin ATMs are designed with security measures to protect user transactions. They often utilize encryption and authentication protocols to ensure the safety of funds. However, it's essential for users to follow best practices, such as securing their digital wallets and using strong passwords, to further enhance their security.

Are there fees associated with Bitcoin ATMs? Yes, Bitcoin ATMs typically charge fees for transactions. These fees cover the costs of operating and maintaining the machines. The fee structure can vary depending on the operator and location of the ATM.

Are Bitcoin ATMs accessible globally? Bitcoin ATMs are available in many countries worldwide. However, their availability and adoption vary from region to region. Countries with higher cryptocurrency adoption rates and favorable regulatory environments tend to have a greater number of Bitcoin ATMs.

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8月9日、Nvidiaは、AMD、Google、Amazonなどの人工知能ハードウェア分野の競合他社をかわすことを目的とした新しいチップの発売を発表した。

推定によると、Nvidia は現在 AI チップ市場の 80% 以上を占めています。 同社の専門分野はグラフィックス プロセッシング ユニット (GPU) であり、Google の Bard や OpenAI の ChatGPT などの生成人工知能ソフトウェアをサポートする大規模 AI モデルに最適なチップとなっています。 しかし、テクノロジー大手、クラウドサービスプロバイダー、新興企業が独自のAIモデルを開発するためのGPU容量を求めて競争しているため、Nvidiaのチップ供給は不足している。

Nvidia が新しくリリースしたチップ GH200 は、同社の現在の最高級 AI チップである H100 と同じ GPU を使用しています。 ただし、GH200 には、141GB の最先端のメモリと 72 コアの ARM 中央プロセッサも搭載されています。

NvidiaのCEO、Hwang In-hoon氏は火曜日の講演で「このプロセッサにいくつかの改良を加えた」と述べた。 同氏はさらに、「このプロセッサは、世界的なデータセンターの規模に合わせて設計されました。」と付け加えました。

Wong In-hoon 氏によると、新しいチップは来年第 2 四半期に Nvidia 販売店で発売され、年末までにサンプルを提供する予定だという。 Nvidiaの代表者は価格の開示を拒否した。

一般に、AI モデルを処理するプロセスには、トレーニングと推論という少なくとも 2 つの部分があります。

まず、モデルは大量のデータを使用してトレーニングされます。このプロセスには数か月かかり、場合によっては Nvidia の H100 チップや A100 チップなどの数千の GPU を使用することもあります。

次に、モデルはソフトウェアで使用され、予測を行ったりコンテンツを生成したりします。これは推論と呼ばれるプロセスです。 トレーニングと同様に、推論には大量の計算リソースが必要であり、テキストや画像の生成時など、ソフトウェアを実行するたびにかなりの処理能力が必要になります。 ただし、トレーニングとは異なり、推論はほぼ継続的であるため、モデルを更新する必要がある場合にのみトレーニングを行う必要があります。

Hwang In-hoon 氏は次のように述べています。 とんでもない推理をするでしょう。 大規模な言語モデルの推論コストは大幅に削減されます。」

Nvidia の新しいチップである GH200 は、単一システムでより大きな AI モデルに対応できるメモリ容量が多いため、推論用に設計されています。 Nvidiaの副社長Ian Buck氏は、アナリストや記者との電話会議で、NvidiaのH100には80GBのRAMが搭載されているのに対し、新しいGH200には141GBのRAMが搭載されていると述べた。 Nvidia はまた、より大型のモデルをサポートするために 2 つの GH200 チップを 1 台のコンピューターに組み合わせたシステムの発売も発表しました。

「メモリが増えると、複数のシステムや複数の GPU を実行する必要がなく、単一の GPU 上にモデルを常駐させることができます」とバック氏は述べています。

この発表は、Nvidia の主要 GPU 競合会社である AMD が、192 GB のメモリをサポートし、AI 推論に適していると宣伝されている AI ベースのチップ MI300X を発売したタイミングで行われました。 Google や Amazon などの企業も、推論用に独自のカスタム AI チップを設計しています。

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... ก่อนอื่นอยากให้ท่านผู้อ่านลองถามตัวเองก่อนว่า "เราเคยรู้มั้ยว่าเงิน คืออะไร ?" จากนั้นลองเปิดใจอ่านเนื้อหาที่ผม(พยายามสรุปแบบสั้น ๆ)แล้วค่อย ๆ คิดตามนะครับ แล้วถ้ามีจุดใดจุดหนึ่งที่ไม่เห็นด้วยสามารถที่จะลอง Discuss กันได้เลย

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ถ้าย้อนไปในช่วงเวลาที่ไกลจากตอนนี้มาก ๆ ลองคิดดูว่าถ้าเราเป็นคนจับปลาเก่ง เราจะกินปลาทุกวันมั้ย? สมมุติว่ามีเพื่อนเราที่เค้าปลูกข้าว ...เราก็คงอยากกินข้าวกับปลาใช่มั้ย ? เราก็จะนำปลาที่เราจับได้ไปแลกกับข้าวสารที่เพื่อนเราปลูก ถึงตอนนี้ทั้งเราและเพื่อนก็จะมีทั้งปลาและข้าวสาร ความเป็นอยู่ก็น่าจะดีขึ้นเนาะ --> แบบนี้เราเรียกว่าการยื่นหมูยื่นแมว หรือการแลกเปลี่ยนกันโดยตรง (Barter)

… แต่!! ถ้าเรามีสิ่งของที่อีกคนนึงไม่ได้อยากได้ หรือเราไม่ได้อยากได้สิ่งที่คนอื่นนำมาแลกเราล่ะ ? เช่น เราตัดไม้เก่งมากเลย เราสามารถนำไม้มาแปรรูปเป็นโต๊ะ เก้าอี้ หรือเอาไปสร้างบ้านได้ทั้งหลัง แล้วเราจะเอาไม้ไปแลกกับข้าวสารของเพื่อน แต่!! เพื่อนเราไม่ได้อยากได้ไม้ เค้ามีบ้านอยู่แล้วพร้อมมีโต๊ะเก้าอี้เต็มบ้านเลย ... สิ่งที่จะเกิดขึ้น คือ ... เราก็อาจจะแลกไม่ได้ หรือไม่ก็ต้องใช้ไม้จำนวนมากเพื่อแลกกับข้าวสารไม่กี่กระป๋อง (ตามหลักของอุปสงค์/อุปทาน) แล้วเราจะทำไงดีล่ะ ?

… ดังนั้น สังคมจึงได้สร้างสิ่งที่เป็นตัวกลางสำหรับแลกเปลี่ยนขึ้นมาที่เรียกว่า "เงิน" ซึ่งเงินคือ "อะไรก็ได้" เน้นย้ำตรงนี้ว่า "อะไรก็ได้!!!" ที่ทุกคนในสังคมยอมรับว่ามันมีมูลค่า (Value) โดยพิจารณาจากความหายาก, การมีจำนวนจำกัด, ผลิตเองไม่ได้ เช่น เมื่อก่อนสังคมไทย สมัยสุโขทัย สมัยอยุธยา กรุงธนบุรี จนถึงต้นรัตนโกสินทร์ เคยใช้ "หอยเบี้ย" เป็นเงิน เพราะ การได้หอยเบี้ยต้องมาจากเรือ ของพ่อค้าต่างชาติที่เข้ามาเท่านั้น ทำให้จำนวนหอยเบี้ยในไทยมีจำนวนจำกัด และไม่สามารถผลิตเองได้ >>> เมื่อเรามีตัวกลางสำหรับการแลกเปลี่ยนแล้ว ระบบเศรษฐกิจในสังคมก็จะพัฒนาอย่างก้าวกระโดด ทุกคนจะทำสิ่งที่ตนเองถนัด ใครใคร่จับปลา จับ! ใครใคร่ปลูกผัก ปลูก! สิ่งต่าง ๆ เหล่านี้คือผลผลิตมวลรวมของสังคมหรือการสร้าง Productivity ให้เกิดขึ้นในสังคม

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ถ้าลองมองไปนอกประเทศไทยเราบ้าง ก็จะเห็นว่าในแต่ละสังคมก็จะมีตัวกลางสำหรับการแลกเปลี่ยนที่แตกต่างกันไป ... แต่!!! มีสิ่งหนึ่งที่ทั่วโลกยอมรับว่าเป็นตัวกลางในการแลกเปลี่ยนที่ดีที่สุด และคนทุกคนยอมรับว่ามันมีมูลค่าก็คือ "ทองคำ" เนื่องจากทองคำนั้นเป็นธาตุที่มีความบริสุทธิ์ เป็นธาตุที่ไม่ทำปฏิกิริยากับสารละลายหรือธาตุอื่น ๆ อีกทั้งมีความถ่วงจำเพาะที่สามารถพิสูจน์ความแท้จริงของทองคำได้ และการได้มาซึ่งทองคำนั้นต้องใช้พลังงานและแรงงานจำนวนมากในการทำเหมือง ทั้งนี้ไม่ได้มีใครไปบอกว่าต้องใช้ "ทองคำเป็นตัวกลาง" ในการแลกเปลี่ยน แต่สังคมใดที่ใช้ทองคำเป็นตัวกลางนั้นจะมีการพัฒนามากกว่าสังคมที่ไม่ได้ใช้ทองคำ โลกนี้จึงนำไปสู่ยุคของการใช้ทองคำเป็นเงิน

… แต่ว่าการจะถือทองคำแท่ง หรือก้อนทองคำที่ไม่สามารถแบ่งเป็นชิ้นเล็กชิ้นน้อยได้ง่ายในการจับจ่ายซื้อของก็ไม่ใช่เรื่อง มนุษย์ก็เลยได้คิดค้นแนวทางการใช้ทองคำเป็นเงินที่ง่ายมากขึ้น คือ การทำเป็นเหรียญทองคำ และยังมีการเพิ่มเหรียญเงิน เหรียญทองแดงอีกด้วย จากนั้นกำหนดมูลค่าให้แต่ละเหรียญเพื่อให้สะดวกในการใช้งาน ยกตัวอย่างง่าย ๆ ถ้าไปเดินตลาดแล้วต้องการซื้อปลาสักตัว เราก็เลือกที่จะใช้เหรียญเงินหรือเหรียญทองแดง แต่ถ้าต้องการซื้อบ้านสักหลัง อาจจะต้องเลือกใช้เหรียญทองคำเป็นต้น

… แรก ๆ การใช้จ่ายเงินด้วยเหรียญทองคำในสังคมก็ยังคงต้องมีการยืนยันความถูกต้อง ความแท้จริงของทองคำ แต่เมื่อเวลาผ่านไปและมีการผลิตเหรียญขึ้นมาแทน ซึ่งจะมีการปั้มตรากษัตริย์ของสังคมนั้น ๆ ลงไปบนเหรียญ เพื่อเป็นเครื่องยืนยันว่าสามารถใช้เป็นเงินได้โดยง่าย ไม่ต้องมีการพิสูจน์ใดๆ เพิ่มเติมอีก

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สุดท้าย เมื่อตัวกลางใด ๆ ก็ตามมีการเพิ่มปริมาณมากขึ้น เช่น วันดีคืนดีเทคโนโลยีก้าวกระโดด สามารถจับหอยเบี้ย กลางมหาสมุทรได้ปริมาณมาก สิ่งที่จะเกิดขึ้น คือ หอยเบี้ยเหล่านั้นจะถูกนำมาใช้เป็นเงินในสังคม และสุดท้ายมูลค่าของหอยเบี้ยก็จะลดลง ๆ (หรือเรียกว่าเงินเฟ้อ) จนกระทั่งไม่สามารถรักษามูลค่าได้อีกต่อไป สังคมก็จะต้องหาสิ่งใหม่ที่นำมาใช้เป็นเงินต่อไปเรื่อย ๆ ไม่มีที่สิ้นสุด

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เมื่อวันที่โลกได้รู้จัก “เหรียญทองคำ - Gold Coin” ก็มาถึง … Gold Coin ถูกนำมาใช้เป็นระบบการเงินหลักของโลก (International monetary system) ในยุคสมัยของ King Croesus of Lydia (ปัจจุบันคือประเทศตุรกี) ตั้งแต่ประมาณ 2,700 ปีก่อนนู้น (700 BC) ซึ่งชนชาติใดที่นำเหรียญทองมาใช้แลกเปลี่ยนสินค้ากันจะเกิดการพัฒนาทางเศรษฐกิจอย่างก้าวกระโดด และนำไปสู่ความเจริญรุ่งเรืองได้มากกว่าชนชาติที่ไม่ใช้ทองคำ

… โดยเหรียญทองคำยุคดั้งเดิมนั้นสร้างมาจากโลหะที่เรียกว่า “Electrum” คือ ประกอบด้วยแร่เงิน 44% และแร่ทองคำ 56% ,,, ในช่วงแรก ๆ ประชาชนก็คงมีการพิสูจน์ความแท้จริงของเหรียญตามปกติ แต่พอใช้งานไปสักระยะหนึ่ง (ประมาณ 100 ปี) ผู้คนก็เริ่มไว้ใจในผู้ปกครอง และไม่มีการพิสูจน์เหรียญทองคำนั้นอีกเลย (โดยที่เหรียญจะประทับตราสัญลักษณ์ของกษัตริย์ที่ปกครอง)

… วิธีการที่ชนชั้นปกครองทำหลังจากนั้นคือ “การผลิตเหรียญทองคำเพิ่ม” ด้วยวิธีการเรียกเก็บภาษีที่เป็นเหรียญทองคำจากประชาชน และนำไปหลอมละลายสร้างเป็นเหรียญใหม่ออกมา โดยได้เพิ่มโลหะที่ด้อยมูลค่าเข้าไปเรื่อย ๆ ทำให้ปริมาณเหรียญทองคำถูกส่งกลับเข้าระบบการเงินมีปริมาณเพิ่มขึ้นทีละเล็กทีละน้อย (ก่อนจักรวรรดิล่มสลาย เหรียญทองคำมีส่วนผสมที่เป็น “ทองคำ” จริงๆ ไม่ถึง 5%) ซึ่งนี่เองคือ “จุดเริ่มต้น” ของการแอบลดมูลค่าของเงินประชาชน โดยผู้ที่มีอำนาจการผลิตเงิน

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ถ้าใครอ่านมาถึงตรงนี้แล้ว อยากให้ลองถามตัวเองดูสัก 2-3 ข้อนะ 1. ถ้าเราเป็นประชาชนคนชั้นกลาง เคยสังเกตมั้ยว่าทำไมหลับหูหลับตาทำงาน แบบ nine-to-five หรือบางคนออกจากบ้านตั้งแต่พระอาทิตย์ยังไม่ขึ้น กลับถึงบ้านพระอาทิตย์ก็ตกแล้ว ,, ถ้ามีครอบครัวมีลูกก็ไม่เคยได้มีเวลาพาลูกวิ่งเล่นหน้าบ้านยามเย็น ,,, เมื่อกลับถึงบ้าน(หรือบ้านเช่า)ก็เหนื่อยล้าเต็มทนต้องนอนหลับพักผ่อน ตื่นเช้าขี้นมาก็จะพบเจอวัฎจักรเดิม ๆ อีก ,, คนบางคนถึงแม้จะขยันทำงานขนาดนี้แต่ก็ไม่เคยมีเงินเก็บที่เพียงพอให้เกษียณตัวเองสักที นี่ยังไม่ได้พูดถึงคนชนชั้นแรงงานที่ได้รับค่าแรงวันละ 300 บาท แต่ต้องซื้อข้าวกินมื้อละ 40-50 บาท เรียกได้ว่าอยู่ไปวันๆ ไม่มีโอกาสให้เค้าได้สร้างเนื้อสร้างตัวเลย

1. ทำไมสถาบันครอบครัวสมัยรุ่นพ่อแม่ปู่ย่าตายายของพวกเรา บางครอบครัวมีลูกเป็นสิบคน และมีหัวหน้าครอบครัว(พ่อ)ทำงานเพียงคนเดียว แต่สามารถส่งลูก ๆ เรียนได้ทุกคน ดูแลครอบครัวได้เป็นอย่างดี แต่ลองมองครอบครัวปัจจุบันที่มีลูกเพียงคนเดียวก็แทบไม่มีปัญญาเลี้ยงแล้ว

และ 3. เคยคิดมั้ยว่าเราควรต้องมีเงินบาทเก็บเท่าไหร่ถึงจะสามารถส่งต่อให้ลูกหลานได้ (เราเรียกความมั่งคั่งหรือทรัพย์สมบัติที่ส่งต่อให้ลูกหลานว่า Generational Wealth) ,, ปู่ย่าตายายของเราอาจจะทำงานแทบตายสะสมเงินได้หลักแสนหลักล้านบาท หวังว่าลูกหลานจะสบาย ,,, แต่ลองดูทุกวันนี้เงินแสนเงินล้านแทบจะทำอะไรไม่ได้ ,, ดังนั้น สิ่งที่จะสามารถส่งต่อให้กับลูกหลานได้มีเพียง “ที่ดิน” “ทองคำ” และ “บิตคอยน์” ส่วนของที่ดินนั้นยากมากที่จะหามาครอบครอง, ทองคำก็สามารถหามาครอบครองได้ แต่สุดท้ายก็ต้องมีวิธีการเก็บรักษาดี ๆ และสินทรัพย์น้องใหม่สุดคือ “บิตคอยน์” ที่ทุกคนสามารถเรียนรู้ที่จะเข้าใจมัน และหากเข้าใจแล้วก็พร้อมที่จะให้ผู้คนเข้าถึงได้ง่าย ๆ (ในอนาคตเมื่อ CBDC activated แล้ว อาจจะซื้อไม่ได้อีกเลย 5555) ทั้งนี้ทั้งนั้นต้องมีความรู้มาก ๆ ในการเก็บ

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ปล.1 วิชาที่ไม่เคยสอนในโรงเรียนแต่ต้องมาเจอในชีวิตจริง คือ “การบริหารทางการเงิน” ซึ่งเชื่อว่าหลาย ๆ คนน่าจะเป็นเหมือนกัน คือ “ของมันต้องมี” “กับดักผ่อน 0%” หรือใช้บัตรเครดิตแล้วจ่ายขั้นต่ำ ซึ่งบอกเลยว่าไม่เจอกับตัวไม่รู้หรอก หรือใครสามารถเข้าใจระบบการเงินของโลกได้ก่อนก็จะได้พบกับความจริงและตื่นขึ้นก่อน และมีหนทางเอาตัวรอดจากสิ่งต่าง ๆ เหล่านี้ก่อน

ปล.2 ส่งท้ายนิดนึงว่า ถ้าเราเชื่อว่ากฏแห่งกรรม “ทำดีได้ดี..ทำชั่วได้ชั่ว” หรือกฎทางคณิตศาสตร์ “1+1=2” มีความเป็นจริงฉันใด…กฏของบิตคอยน์ก็เป็นความจริงฉันนั้น

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มันเริ่มจาก.. มีคนพยายามบอกว่าผมอยู่เบื้องหลังของคอมมูนิตี้บิตคอยน์ในไทย มีคนบอกว่าผมเป็นตัวตั้งตัวตี แต่ก็เป็นคนที่ลึกลับหาข้อมูลได้ยากอะไรแบบนั้น ซึ่งมันก็มีทั้งส่วนที่ถูกและยังไม่ใช่อยู่พอสมควรครับ..

อย่างแรก ผมไม่ได้มองว่าตัวเองยิ่งใหญ่หรือมีบทบาทสำคัญมากขนาดนั้น ผมยังเชื่อมาตลอดว่าอะไรก็ตามที่เกิดขึ้น มันไม่ได้เกิดเพราะผมเพียงคนเดียว มันประกอบมาจากหลายส่วนและคนที่มีส่วนร่วมในสิ่งนี้ยังมีอีกมากมาย ผมอาจเป็นฟันเฟืองหลักในเรื่องนี้ แต่ยังไงผมก็คงต้องปฎิเสธว่าไม่ใช่เพราะผมคนเดียวอย่างแน่นอน ใช่ครับ.. มันก็มาถึงตรงนี้ได้เพราะพวกเราทุกคน

อย่างที่สอง โดยส่วนตัวผมคิดว่าการมีตัวตนในลักษณะนั้นจะทำให้ผมไม่สามารถทำอย่างที่ทำอยู่ในทุกวันนี้ได้ มันจะทำให้ผมนึกถึงเพียงแค่ตัวเอง สนใจแค่เพียงตัวเองมากกว่าคนรอบข้าง

ซึ่งมันขัดกับเป้าหมายสำคัญส่วนตัวของผมนั่นคือ “ส่วนรวม” ฝันของผมนั้นไกลจนยากที่ใครจะจินตนาการถึง วันนี้เราทำเสต็ปแรกกันยังไม่ครบเลยด้วยซ้ำ หากผมมตัวแต่ส่องกระจกประเมินตัวเองอยู่ทุกวันๆ ผมคงไม่มีเวลาไปคิดถึงส่วนอื่นๆ เป็นแน่แท้ ..งานแบบนั้นยังมีอีกหลายคนที่พร้อมจะเสียสละและเต็มที่ไปกับมัน ไม่จำเป็นต้องเป็นผมใช่ไหมล่ะ

อย่างที่สาม ผมเชื่อในแนวคิด Decentralized อย่างที่สุด คำนี้ลึกซึ้งมากกว่าแค่เข้าใจว่ามันกระจายหรือรวมศูนย์ ผมไม่ได้เป็นคนที่เข้าใจลงลึกในวิชาการหรือความรู้ทางเทคนิคของบิตคอยน์มากนัก ผมเชื่อว่าตัวเองก็แค่รู้ในระดับคนทั่วๆ ไป แต่ในเรื่องหลักการและแนวคิดพวกนี้ รวมถึงการนำมาประยุกตร์เข้ากับเรื่องต่างๆ ในชีวิต ผมคิดว่าผมทำได้ค่อนข้างดีเลยล่ะ

เกี่ยวกับเรื่องนี้.. ผมเชื่อเองตั้งแต่ต้นว่าสังคมจะไม่เติบโตอย่างยั่งยืนหากพึ่งพาผู้นำหรือใครคนใดคนหนึ่งมากเกินไปหรือกระทั่งการเทิดทูนฮีโร่ บิตคอยน์ยังอยู่มาอย่างแข็งแกร่งมากกว่า 10 ปีผมไม่คิดว่าเป็นเพราะใครสักคน แต่มันเป็นเพราะอาณุภาพของ Network ที่เข้มแข็งและแพร่กระจายตัวในทุกนาทีแบบเดียวกับไมซีเลียม ผมฝันอยากเห็นสังคมที่โตในแบบของมันเอง มีความมั่นคงเข็มแข็ง อาจไม่ต้องเป็นหนึ่งเดียว แต่มันไม่ควรมีจุดตายอยู่ที่ใครทั้งนั้น

เราสามารถมีผู้เสียสละเก่งๆ ได้อีกมากมายที่กระจายตัวอยู่ตามพื้นที่ต่างๆ ต่างจังหวัด หรือแพลตฟอร์มต่างๆ เพื่อทำหน้าที่ผลักดันในแบบที่เขาถนัด

https://i.imgur.com/3sDzTdg.png เมื่อเราจินตนาการเห็นภาพนั้นเราจะเริ่มตระหนักได้ทันทีว่า..

เรานั้นตัวเล็กเกินกว่าจะไปคิดว่าเราใหญ่

ผมไม่ชอบใช้คำว่า “การต่อสู้” หรือ “การเอาชนะ” ไม่ว่าจะกับใคร (ใครๆ ก็คงจะหมายถึงรัฐ) บิตคอยน์มันชนะได้ด้วยตัวมันเองแบบไม่ต้องแข่งเลยด้วยซ้ำ ทำไมเราต้องไปเสียเวลากับการคิดหาหนทางเอาชนะในแบบเดิมๆ วิธีที่แยบยลกว่าน่าจะเป็น “การสร้าง” สิ่งที่ทรงพลัง กำแพงหนาที่แข็งแกร่งยากจะโค่นล้ม นั่นคือพลังแห่งความคิดและฝูงชน พลังแห่งเครือข่ายและชุมชน

ผมอยากเห็นมากกว่าแค่คนๆ เดียว คนกลุ่มเดียว ที่เก่งกล้าพอจะลุกขึ้นมาเสียสละแบ่งปันและช่วยเหลือ เผยแพร่สิ่งที่พวกเขารู้ไปยังคนอื่นๆ เพื่อขยายแนวคิดให้กระจายออกไป ผมมีส่วนจริงในการปลูกฝังแนวคิดและสร้างคอมมูนิตี้ขึ้นมาจากจุดนั้น แต่ผมไม่ใช่คนบงการอะไรทั้งสิ้น

แนวคิดจะได้รับการยอมรับคงไม่ใช่เพราะคนมาเกรงใจตัวผม แต่มันควรมาจากการที่ทุกคนเห็นพ้องต้องกันว่ามันอาจเป็นแนวทางที่ใช่สำหรับสังคมของพวกเขา เราอาจต้องนำ ต้องเป็นแบบอย่างก่อนในช่วงแรก แต่เมื่อทุกอย่างเริ่มเข้าที่ ทุกคนเริ่มเข้าใจเหตุผลและรูปแบบในการอยู่ร่วมกัน เวลาของผมสำหรับบทบาทนั้นก็คงไม่ต้องมีอีกแล้ว

นั่นเป็นเหตุผลว่าทำไมผมผละจากสิ่งที่เคยแอคทีฟในตอนแรก การมีส่วนร่วมเป็นแกนหลักและคอยแอคทีฟในชุมชน ผมไปทำอีกสิ่งหนึ่งเพื่อเตรียมไว้ตอบสนองต่อความต้องการของชุมชนในอนาคตนั่นคือคลังความรู้ เพราะผมเชื่อว่ากลุ่มบิตคอยน์ของชาวเรามันเติบโตขึ้นมากแล้วจากวันแรกๆ ที่เราได้เริ่ม

มันไม่ใช่เรื่องของจำนวน ไม่ใช่เรื่องของการตลาด มันคือหลักการและแนวคิด รูปแบบการปฏิสัมพันธ์ที่ค่อยๆ ก็ร่างสร้างตัวมาเรื่อยๆ จนมีคุณลักษณะที่ชัดและเป็นปัจเจกแตกต่างจากเหรียญอื่นๆ ไม่ว่าใครจากภายนอกจะมองว่าสัวคมของเราเป็นแบบไหนก็ตาม ผมไม่ได้สนใจเลยตรงนั้น เพราะนี่แหละคือเราในแบบของเรา

ผมมาเขียนเล่าเรื่องพวกนี้ไม่ใช่เพราะผมอยากจะหายตัวไปแบบ Satoshi หรอกนะครับ ผมไม่ได้ทำเรื่องยิ่งใหญ่อะไรขนาดนั้นเลย เพราะเมื่อไหร่ก็ตามที่เราคิดว่าเรานั้นใหญ่เสียเหลือเกิน ตัวของเราจะบดบังตาเราจนมืดบอด เราจะมองไม่เห็นใคร

ผมขอเป็นคนตัวเล็กๆ เล็กพอที่จะมองเห็นคนทุกคนบนโลกแบบนี้ต่อไปดีกว่า ผมชอบที่จะได้เห็นและคอยมีส่วนกับทุกๆ เรื่อง ผมสนุกกับมัน และหวังว่าพวกเราที่อ่านมาถึงตรงนี้ก็คงจะสนุกแบบผมเหมือนกัน

https://i.imgur.com/z7XmLjh.png บิตคอยน์ไม่ได้เปลี่ยนโลกในแบบที่เราเข้าใจ มันเริ่มเปลี่ยนคนตัวเล็กแบบพวกเขาให้เติบโตไปเปลี่ยนโลกต่างหากล่ะ

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Yunisleydis Rillos Pau, madre de la niña de tres años citada oficialmente a interrogatorio por la Seguridad del Estado este lunes, aseguró en un video publicado en la red social X que el agente encargado del caso había calificado el hecho como “un error”.

La joven madre, quien también es esposa del preso político Idael Naranjo Pérez, relató los acontecimientos ocurridos este martes en la estación policial de El Capri, donde fue atendida por un represor identificado como Robert.

“Me explica que eso fue un error. Disculpas, fue lo único que dijo. Que cuando el oficial que entregó la citación, cuando mi suegra le dijo que era una niña de tres años, él tenía que haber recapacitado y volver a la unidad a decir que estaban equivocados”, dijo Rillos Pau.

La mujer aseguró haber confrontado al represor: “Ahora supuestamente el error es del oficial que entregó la citación”, le dijo, y le pidió explicaciones sobre la citación.

En respuesta, el represor ofreció ayuda y le indicó que debía informarle sobre cualquier “inconveniente” con los presos políticos cercanos a ella. Sin embargo, Rillos Pau rechazó la oferta. “Le dije que la única ayuda que quiero es la libertad de mis presos políticos (…) porque si en dos años ustedes no se han reportado con una ayuda de nada, lo que único que han hecho es reprimirnos y decir que no publiquemos, no quiero ayuda de nada”.

Además, denunció la acción contra su hija como una “barbarie” y aseguró que el mundo entero estaba con ella. “Lo que han hecho con mi hija es una barbarie (…). Esto lo sabe el mundo entero y todo el mundo está conmigo”.

Finalmente, Rillos Pau hizo un llamado a otras madres y al mundo en general a luchar y no permanecer en silencio. “Lo único que le comunico al mundo entero, y más a las madres, es que luchemos”, instó. “No nos callemos, porque miren el resultado: es una batalla que hemos superado porque no nos hemos callado. No podemos tener miedo. Ahora, lo que no hay es que confiarse y estar siempre alertas, porque con ellos nunca se sabe”, advirtió.

Este lunes la ONG Prisoners Defenders denunció la citación de la niña de tres años Leadi Kataleya Naranjo. “¿Qué clase de locos de atar están al mando en Cuba? ¿Qué pretenden citando y amenazando a una niña de tres años? Esa niña no puede ir a esa ignominiosa citación. ¿A oír qué? ¿A responder qué? El tema da asco”, publicó Prisoners Defenders en la red social X.

Prisoners Defenders también enfatizó que el régimen cubano ha realizado actos similares o peores en el pasado. Se refirió a la “ley de los ocho años”, que ha separado a miles de niños de sus madres como castigo por no cumplir con las misiones médicas en el exterior.

Este incidente no es aislado; en abril, la activista opositora Marisol Peña Cobas enfrentó una situación similar cuando su hija de siete años fue citada para un interrogatorio. Peña Cobas fue acusada de “actos contrarios al normal desarrollo del menor” por negarse a enseñarle a su hija la versión del régimen sobre figuras históricas del castrismo.

El Centro de Información Legal Cubalex ha señalado que, según la Convención Internacional de los Derechos del Niño, ratificada por Cuba, “el niño sometido a interrogatorio debe tener acceso a un representante legal u otro representante apropiado y poder solicitar la presencia de sus padres”.

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Un joven de 21 años identificado como Eliseo Ferrer Varona resultó lesionado en un accidente de tránsito supuestamente ocasionado por un "caballito" durante una persecución policial en la carretera Mar Verde de Santiago de Cuba.

El hecho ocurrió el pasado viernes y según Yilian Varona Lopez, madre de la víctima, fue ocasionado "en la curva de la refinería porque un caballito le dió una patada y lo tumbó del motor y le dió golpes y patadas".

La mujer pide ayuda a las personas que presenciaron el accidente para que le hagan llegar videos y cualquier prueba que confirme el abuso policial, y muestra imágenes de su hijo en el hospital con grandes hematomas en todo el cuerpo y la cara.

El hermano del joven, Elías Ferrer, también mostró imágenes del accidentado y dijo que el policía hasta le sacó una pistola para obligarlo a detenerse.

Por su parte, la versión oficial de los hechos asegura que el accidente de tránsito ocurrió cuando un policía ordenó a Ferrer Varona detener la moto, porque llevaba tres personas en el vehículo y se encontraba borracho. El joven se habría negado a parar, según esta narración.

Además, que los cuatro implicados, el agente motorizado de la PNR y los tres ciudadanos que circulaban en la moto MZ sufrieron lesiones, dijo el perfil oficialista de Alma Lucena Infante García en la red social.

Asimismo, acusa al joven de ser quien "al percatarse de la cercanía del policía, le dio con el pie en el tanque de combustible provocando la caída del agente y la suya junto a los pasajeros que venían con él".

Al final del comentario el perfil, vinculado al Ministerio del Interior (MININT), afirma que la madre del joven está defendiendo su inocencia, a pesar de que este habría sido el causante del hecho, y la acusa de "manipulación mediática" y "desinformación".

Las páginas afines al régimen se dedican a defender el trabajo de la desacreditada policía cubana, sin mencionar los distintos atropellos de que han sido partícipes contra los ciudadanos de a pie. Recientemente un joven murió en Santiago de Cuba luego de que un policía le lanzara una silla con la moto donde viajaba la víctima en movimiento.

Aclara que la moto era "conducida por Ferrer Varona, quien no posee licencia de conducción y además se encontraba en estado de embriaguez", y que "el oficial de tránsito al percatarse del exceso de pasajeros en la moto, le indica al conductor que se detenga el cual haciendo caso omiso continuó la marcha".

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La situación de los derechos humanos en Cuba vuelve a ser motivo de preocupación al registrarse un aumento de los presos políticos en las cárceles del régimen castrista, según el informe mensual de la organización no gubernamental Prisoners Defenders (PD).

Durante el pasado mes de julio, se contabilizaron 14 nuevos convictos por motivos políticos en la Isla, cantidad que elevó la lista total a 1.047 detenidos. Entre ellos, casi 700 son prisioneros por haber participado en las protestas masivas del 11 de julio de 2021; la mayoría son civiles y no tenían relación con los movimientos opositores.

Lamentablemente, la situación de estos presos es alarmante, ya que, de acuerdo con la ONG, todos los prisioneros políticos en Cuba son sometidos a torturas inmisericordes. A esto se le suma la falta de una alimentación adecuada y atención médica.

Entre los casos más preocupantes se encuentran 211 manifestantes acusados de sedición, de los cuales al menos 209 ya fueron sentenciados a una privación de libertad promedio de 10 años cada uno.

Asimismo, la organización destaca que 35 menores de edad, 31 niños y cuatro niñas, siguen siendo prisioneros políticos, mientras que otros tres son sometidos a procesos penales.

Estos menores se encuentran en prisiones denominadas “Escuelas de Formación Integral”, que funcionan como centros penitenciarios bajo la jurisdicción del Ministerio de Interior, en lugar de estar bajo la responsabilidad del Ministerio de Educación.

Por otro lado, el informe también arrojó datos preocupantes sobre la situación de las prisioneras políticas en Cuba. Actualmente, hay 116 mujeres, incluyendo varias de género trans, que siguen siendo retenidas arbitrariamente por causas políticas y de conciencia.

El aumento sostenido de casos de presos políticos es alarmante en el país. Desde enero de 2023, la media de ingresos mensuales al listado de PD es de 17 personas, tres veces más que las cifras recopiladas por la organización durante el período comprendido entre 2018 y 2021.

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En un operativo conjunto, las autoridades del puerto mexicano de Cancún llevaron a cabo el rescate de cinco migrantes cubanos, quienes habían sido sometidos a torturas y secuestro por una banda criminal involucrada en el tráfico de personas.

El rescate tuvo lugar el pasado jueves en la zona de Supermanzana 64 de dicha localidad ubicada en el estado de Quintana Roo, lo que culminó un episodio angustiante para las víctimas. Según el medio local Cambio 22, el grupo de antillanos había arribado a las costas mexicanas en una embarcación casera, en búsqueda de un futuro más prometedor.

Sin embargo, en lugar de encontrar seguridad, se toparon con la siniestra red de una banda delictiva que los llevó a una casa de seguridad en el Ramal Norte, cerca de una guarnición militar de la Guardia Nacional.

Durante su encierro, los agresores exigieron más dinero del acordado para facilitar su traslado a la frontera entre México y Estados Unidos. Como no tenían la manera de pagar la cantidad exigida, los cubanos prácticamente quedaron bajo secuestro.

El desesperante cautiverio duró ocho días, durante los cuales sufrieron abusos físicos y psicológicos a manos de sus captores. Finalmente, las autoridades intervinieron tras recibir llamadas de alerta al número de emergencia 911, dando como resultado la liberación de las víctimas.

Entre los rescatados, había una joven cubana que fue trasladada al hospital con heridas en sus glúteos y piernas, resultado de los crueles golpes propinados por sus agresores. Su valiente testimonio brindado a las autoridades arroja luz sobre la horrorosa experiencia que enfrentaron a manos de los delincuentes.

La Fiscalía de Quintana Roo ha iniciado una investigación exhaustiva para recopilar más información sobre el delito y llevar a los responsables ante la justicia. Este incidente destaca la crítica situación que enfrentan los migrantes en su intento por alcanzar un futuro más seguro y próspero.

Este no es el primer caso de su tipo en México. En meses recientes, las autoridades mexicanas han intervenido para rescatar a migrantes cubanos que cayeron víctimas de redes de tráfico humano. Apenas hace unos meses, un grupo de 50 indocumentados, incluyendo cubanos, fue secuestrado mientras viajaban en un autobús por Matehuala, San Luis Potosí, provenientes de Chiapas.

Este suceso atroz subraya la necesidad urgente de abordar y combatir el tráfico de personas en México y otras regiones del mundo, que también llegan a ser paso de migrantes cubanos, como Centroamérica, donde bandas criminales operan de la misma forma con tal obtener miles de dólares.

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El presidente del Banco Central de Cuba (BCC), Joaquín Alonso, dio a entender que el país no imprimirá más dinero en efectivo y por eso lanzó de forma acelerada el programa de bancarización y la campaña de Cero Efectivo.

De acuerdo con sus declaraciones en la Mesa Redonda del lunes 7 de agosto, el tránsito en seis meses hacia la casi totalidad de operaciones mediante medios electrónicos permitirá que “la divisa que se emplea en la fabricación de moneda física se puede destinar a otras prioridades del país”.

Por lo tanto, no es una prioridad del BCC imprimir dinero en efectivo. Lo anterior confirma que los efectos de la inflación actual y la que se pronostica para los próximos meses no justifican que se imprima dinero; pues los costos de papel moneda, tinta y medidas de seguridad superan con creces el valor que se le da al peso cubano, cada día más devaluado frente a las divisas internacionales que circulan en paralelo dentro del país.

Alonso llamó la atención sobre las consecuencias a las que se enfrentan los comercios que no tengan habilitados los pagos electrónicos. Además, insistió en que es ilegal cobrar una comisión o porcentaje extra por aceptar los pagos por estos canales. Ambos comportamientos están en contra de lo que dicta la Resolución 111/2023 del Banco central de Cuba.

En ese sentido, el vicepresidente de la institución bancaria, Alberto Quiñones, opinó en contra de las personas que afirman que en Cuba no están dadas las condiciones tecnológicas para migrar de forma masiva hacia el dinero digital.

“La intención que tenemos ahora es conversar, entendernos, pero lo que queremos es avanzar en este proceso, necesario para el país. Los bancos estarán llamando a sus clientes porque es necesario explicar, aclarar las dudas sobre los servicios que hoy ofrece nuestra banca. Estamos hablando de una inclusión financiera y en nuestro país están propicias todas las condiciones para ir en ese camino”, afirmó Quiñones. Crece exponencialmente el dinero fuera de los bancos cubanos

Durante la intervención de los funcionarios del BCC en la Mesa Redonda, se quejaron de que en los últimos meses crece exponencialmente el dinero fuera de los bancos cubanos.

Según gráficos mostrados en el momento que se puso en vigor la mal llamada Tarea Ordenamiento, con la consecuente reforma salarial hubo que poner más efectivo en circulación, mediante una inyección monetaria, para sostener los nuevos precios. Toda impresión de dinero conduce a una inflación. En el caso de Cuba, además de ello, no hay confianza en los bancos ni incentivos para el ahorro, por lo cual los cubanos guardan su dinero “debajo del colchón” o directamente lo gastan.

“En el año 2022 empiezan a crecer los nuevos actores de la economía y vemos cómo hay una curva que equipara a los primeros meses de 2021. Ha crecido con gran exponencialidad el dinero que está fuera de los bancos”, refiere el presidente del BCC, argumentando que dicho comportamiento “no es lo lógico en el funcionamiento de la economía”.