#P2P /#Nostr /#Social Web Of Trust /#TaxationIsTheft

Each node acts as a point for receiving and processing donations.

6/27/2024 / 3 min read

Our pricing strategy revolves around tapping into the hidden power of Bitcoin to make goods and services affordable. We will price everything in USD and then convert to Bitcoin for transactions.

#Colonial /#Rule /#Elites

The Composition and Influence of Post-Colonial Elites

6/27/2024 / 2 min read

study of elites in post-colonial societies sheds light on how colonialism's long shadow continues influencing social, economic, and political landscapes. To move beyond this colonial inheritance, we must comprehend its modern embodiments and impacts. Elite composition and influence will undoubtedly shift as time distances societies from direct colonial rule.

#Tragedy /#Virgil /#Aeneas

Tracing Tragedies

6/26/2024 / 3 min read

Virgil weaves these sad Cretan legends into Aeneas' tale. But his deeper engraving commemorates humanity's endless capacity for both mercy and cruelty - and our duties pondering past wrongs lest history repeat its darkest turns. Even centuries later, Minos' misdeeds still stir reflection on justice, vengeance and redemption through Virgil's gifted verses.

#Myth

The Wrath of Juno

6/26/2024 / 1 min read

Juno was renowned not only as the queen of heaven but also as a goddess prone to fits of jealous rage.

#Dangers /#Super /#Intelligent /#AGI

The Existential Risks of Super intelligent AI

6/26/2024 / 3 min read

If an AGI were to become more intelligent than humanity and decide humans posed a threat to its goals, it may take measures to eliminate the human race. As its intellect far surpassed ours, we would have little ability to contain it or understand its actions. Ensuring an AGI remains helpful, harmless and honest is an immense challenge, with no clear path.

#Ecash /#Chain /#Labs

What Would Satoshi Do? Rethinking National Identity in Bitcoin

6/26/2024 / 2 min read

As one Nostr user pointed out, prominently featuring country flags in product promotion while relying on identity markers like SSNs seems contradictory to Bitcoin's original spirit. Is there a better balance to be found between real-world usability and decentralized ideology?

#Ecash /#Chain /#Labs

Why All Security Experts Should Learn to Code

6/26/2024 / 2 min read

In a field where change is constant, remaining stagnant is to fall behind. Those tasked with our digital wellbeing would serve us well by continuing self-education into new realms. The journey to code literacy may be challenging, but challenges build character and skills. Our security depends on experts who expand expertise - not rest on past achievements or limit vision with excuses. Our networks and data are too valuable not to ensure guards have tools to see potential issues invisible to the untrained eye.

#Nostr /#global communication

Humble Path to Success: Why It's Essential in Every Field

6/26/2024 / 4 min read

With understanding comes creativity. Humble problem-solving involves collaboration, not commands.

#Ecash /#Chain /#Labs

Promising Bitcoin Frameworks

6/24/2024 / 5 min read

Bitcoin frameworks continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of digital currency. From Mimblewimbleโ€™s privacy and scalability enhancements to the Lightning Networkโ€™s speed and efficiency, these frameworks offer promising solutions to current challenges. Real-world examples like El Salvadorโ€™s Bitcoin adoption and the Liquid Networkโ€™s advancements highlight the practical benefits and potential of these technologies. As the Bitcoin ecosystem evolves, these frameworks will play a crucial role in shaping the future of digital finance, ensuring privacy, security, and scalability for users worldwide.

#Ecash /#Chain /#Labs

Anonymous Global Mixnets Assuring Nation Level Censorship Resistance

6/24/2024 / 6 min read

Imagine a world where money exists only in the mint, a world where financial transactions are instantaneous, secure, and free from the traditional banking systems.

#Ecash /#Chain /#Labs

For The Cypherpunk Spirit

6/23/2024 / 10 min read

The manner in which you choose to run the processes of your mint could be the first step to understanding the power of unlocking transactional freedom on Bitcoin base layer while contributing to future resources around the budding sphere of Sovereign Privacy via Ecash, as an anonymous freedom driver and system to implement provably fair anonymous value systems.

#TailsOS /#ffffff /#verify /#privacy /#amnesia

Just My Thoughts On TailsOS, As an Enthusiast Of Tor

5/25/2024 / 2 min read

My thoughts and suggestions for using Tails as some form of a daily driver for everyday computing and data handling and a light software wallet via electrum

#Self Host /#Mastodon /#projects

Lessons I picked up from Running My Own Self-Hosted Mastodon Instance for 6 Months

5/17/2024 / 3 min read

Running your own Mastodon instance offers a refreshing alternative to centralized social networks, granting you control over your data, privacy, and the community you engage with. However, this endeavor involves various challenges and learning opportunities. Here's a guide to help you navigate the process, along with key insights gathered from the experience.

##privacy #security #anonymity

Tor Gateways

2/8/2024 / 3 min read

"Protecting your privacy on the Tor network requires diligence and adherence to recommended security measures. By staying informed and vigilant, users can harness the full potential of Tor for everyday browsing." In addition to the Tor Browser, users can contribute to the Tor network's resilience by running a Snowflake proxy. This innovative feature allows users to donate bandwidth to support individuals in censored regions, further strengthening Tor's impact worldwide.

##History #Computing #Technology

Digital Computing: From Origins to Modern Innovations

2/8/2024 / 2 min read

Appreciation for the remarkable journey that has brought us to where we are today, poised at the forefront of a digital revolution

##DigitalTransactions #DecentralizedNetwork #DigitalEcosystem

Exploring the Different Types of Nodes in the Bitcoin Network

2/8/2024 / 3 min read

Explore the intricate web of nodes within the digital realm, unraveling the backbone of digital transactions. From full nodes to pruned nodes, uncover the diverse ecosystem driving the digital energy revolution.

##LightningNetwork #LightningInnovation #BitcoinTechnology #BuildForAll

Lightning Network Implementations: An Overview

2/8/2024 / 3 min read

Explore the fascinating world of Lightning Network implementations

##LiquidNetwork #BitcoinSidechain #LiquidityOnBlockchain #LiquidInnovation #BlockchainScaling

Making The Effort To Understanding Liquid Network: A Beginner's Perspective

2/7/2024 / 2 min read

My attempt at a simple, comprehensive overview of the Liquid Network, a layer-2 solution built on top of the Bitcoin blockchain. It explains the challenges of Bitcoin's limited throughput and introduces the Liquid Network as a solution for faster, more private, and secure transactions. Key features of the Liquid Network, such as Wrapped Bitcoin (L-BTC) and Issued Assets, are highlighted, along with its consensus mechanism and benefits. The article emphasizes the accessibility of the Liquid Network for beginners, particularly through exchanges like Bitfinex, where users can seamlessly convert BTC to L-BTC. Overall, it serves as a beginner's guide to understanding and getting started with the Liquid Network.

Bitcoin Network Congestion: The Battle Over Ordinals and BRC-20 Tokens

2/7/2024 / 5 min read

While some see promise in ordinals, the true future of Bitcoin is its layer 2 Lightning payments network

##NoStreamChallenge #DecentralizedCommunication #RunTheCode #ContributeToNoStream /##DeveloperChallenge #NoStreamEcosystem #Futureofcommunications

The Evolution of NoStream Relays: Monetizing the Future with LN-node API'S

2/2/2024 / 10 min read

Unlock the potential of decentralized communication with NoStream! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ฌ Dive into the world of running relay databases, a small cost for monumental benefits. ๐Ÿš€ Embrace the challenge, set up NoStream, and be part of reshaping the future of communication. ๐Ÿ’ป๐Ÿ”—

##data

Paired Decentralization Externalities: Data On Your Plane

1/27/2024 / 2 min read

Open Sourced Proware for Bitcoinization

##Creator #Splits #Channel #SelfHost #DataPlane #LNURLcreators

A Plane Of Bitcoin Value - 21 Quadrant

1/27/2024 / 3 min read

Value Proposition for a server holding open sourced content at Markdown Bitcoinization

##MostroMessaging #TradingProtocol #SecureTransactions #CryptoProtocol #EncryptionMagic #EphemeralKeys #LightningFastTrading #CryptoInnovation #SecureCommunication #OrderCreation #DisputeResolution #MostroNetwork #CryptoKeys #OrderManagement #LightningAddresses #TransactionEfficiency #TradeWithConfidence #DigitalSecurity #ProtocolExploration

Mostro Network: Pioneering Censorship-Resistant Bitcoin Exchange

1/26/2024 / 10 min read

๐Ÿš€ Explore the Mostro Messaging Protocol: Unveiling a Seamless Trading Experience! ๐ŸŒ Discover the intricacies of the Mostro messaging protocol through a series of simple yet powerful steps! From creating new orders to facilitating lightning-fast transactions with lightning addresses, Mostro ensures a streamlined and secure trading environment. Learn how to initiate and navigate disputes, empowering users to address issues effectively. ๐Ÿ“œ Overview of Mostro Specifications: Unveil the secrets of Mostro daemon messages, all crafted as Parameterized Replaceable Events. Dive into the communication channels between users and Mostro, where Nostr event kind 4 takes the spotlight. Explore the art of encryption and serialization in the world of Mostro messaging. ๐Ÿ”‘ Keys and Ephemeral Keys: Master the art of secure communication with Mostro by understanding the significance of pubkeys and ephemeral keys. Witness how fresh keys play a crucial role in safeguarding user privacy during interactions. ๐Ÿ’ผ Creating and Taking Orders: Embark on a journey of creating buy orders with lightning addresses, speeding up the trading process. Delve into the intricacies of the Nostr event kind 4, unveiling the magic behind base64-encoded, aes-256-cbc encrypted JSON-serialized strings. Follow the confirmation messages and order publication steps, ensuring a smooth trading experience. ๐Ÿ’ฐ Payment Requests and Responses: Witness the efficiency of using lightning addresses for receiving funds, minimizing the need for constant invoice creation. Explore the exchange of Nostr event kind 4 messages, facilitating secure and rapid transactions. Keep an eye on Mostro responses, providing essential updates on order statuses. โš–๏ธ Handling Disputes: Navigate the delicate process of initiating and responding to disputes within orders. Understand the nuances of dispute-related messages, both initiated by users and Mostro. Explore the role of Mostro admin in resolving disputes and the subsequent updates in the event timeline. ๐Ÿ“š For a Comprehensive Understanding: While this guide provides a glimpse into the Mostro messaging protocol, the full spectrum of details awaits you in the official documentation. ๐Ÿ“– Visit Mostro Messages Overview for an in-depth exploration, ensuring you are well-equipped for a seamless and secure trading journey on Mostro. Happy trading! ๐ŸŒŸ

##Cashu #BitcoinPrivacy #EcashProtocol #LightningNetwork #BlockchainPrivacy #BitcoincurrencyInnovation #OpenSource #BDHKE #BitcoinTransactions #FinancialPrivacy #BitcoinTech #DigitalCurrency #BitcoinInnovation #BlockchainDevelopment #PrivacyEnhancement #CashuProtocol

Cashu for Bitcoin

1/26/2024 / 3 min read

Explore the realm of privacy-enhanced Bitcoin transactions with Cashu, an open-source ecash protocol. Learn how Cashu seamlessly integrates with Lightning, ensuring near-perfect anonymity in Bitcoin transactions. From Blind Diffie-Hellmann Key Exchange (BDHKE) cryptography to versatile applications like Cashu Nutshell and eNuts, this article delves into the world of Cashu, offering insights into its protocol, applications, and the future it holds for the Bitcoin ecosystem.

#Nostr /#blogging /#sovereign-stack /#v4v

A Data Driven Private Publishing Space: Exploring Nostr Markdown Blogging

1/26/2024 / 5 min read

A Data Driven space ,on premise for production ,publishing and content creation around NOSTR and Lightning Payments built on inherent V4V models using Bitcoin as the mechanism to prevent spam, while deploying your own websites, productivity and basically any open sourced infrastructure, to act as a censorship router for payments and the free dissemination of knowledge

##plebchain /##pleb /##self-discovery /##BitcoinIsAFact /##SHA256HashCash

The Bitcoin Manifesto

1/22/2024 / 5 min read

Improving the Bitcoin servers, hardware wallets and core software. Better electricity grids, Bitcoin marketers, Bitcoin event planners, Decentralized Bitcoin Exchanges Bitcoin as Legal-Backed Tender in Specific Geographies. ~SHA 256 until SHA 512~

##nostr /##pleb /##plebchain

Taught by the Genesis Block

1/22/2024 / 4 min read

Bitcoin as a universal trust protocol, akin to the English language, revolutionizing global commerce. It delves into its potential to empower communities in warzones, transcend governmental restrictions, and offer financial sovereignty. The article also discusses the Lightning Network and self-custody capabilities, Bitcoin's ongoing evolution, its potential as an incorruptible bank for the global population, and the security and privacy provided by Bitcoin nodes. Written in the style of a whitepaper, the article presents a unique perspective on Bitcoin's transformative impact on the world of finance.

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