Schmidt

https://nostr.xmr.rocks

Open Source • Austrian School • Privacy • Free Speech • Monero

Public Key

npub1p47we20qqrn3rcnrhs22ygt2kayk320fq046y998zscq4hk7tgsqjn2qfl

NIP-05 Address

Profile Code

nprofile1qqsq6l8v48sqpec3uf3mc99zy94twjtg485s86azzjn3gvq2mm095gqprpmhxue69uhhyetvv9ujumn0wdmksetjv5hxxmmdqy88wumn8ghj7mn0wvhxcmmv9u78ftg6

Publishing to

relay.noswhere.com

nos.lol

Author Public Key

npub1p47we20qqrn3rcnrhs22ygt2kayk320fq046y998zscq4hk7tgsqjn2qfl

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Last Notes

2024-09-15 19:16:00

“Mass media is not there to inform, but to manufacture consent for the elite agenda.”
Rainer Mausfeld

2024-09-15 17:33:22

Monero gives people control over their own money, while voting just lets you pick someone else to make decisions for you. The illusion of choice vs the real individual purchasing power.

2024-09-10 18:31:18

Another Monero guy onboarded.

2024-09-09 21:17:00

Key Facts about Full-Chain Membership Proofs (FCMP++) in Monero
Enhancing Privacy and Scalability While Maintaining Decentralization
1
What is FCMP++
FCMP++ is an independent protocol in Monero, similar to Seraphis. It includes a new membership proof and a distinct spend-auth/linkability proof. Both enhance privacy without revealing the origin of the transaction.
2
How It Works
It verifies that the input is part of the full set of blockchain outputs within a Zero Knowledge (ZK) proof. This ensures privacy by hiding which specific output is being spent.
3
Privacy First
FCMP++ increases privacy by expanding the anonymity set from 1 in 16 outputs to 1 in 100 million. It’s the output being spent that remains hidden, not the input.
4
Efficiency
FCMP++ optimizes Monero’s computational resources, allowing it to scale even as the blockchain grows. It ensures fast verification while keeping the privacy intact.
5
No Centralization Risks
Unlike some privacy protocols, FCMP++ doesn’t rely on trusted setups or third parties. Monero remains fully decentralized, which ensures trustless privacy.
6
Auditability & Trust
FCMP++ guarantees that all transaction inputs are verified on the blockchain. This ensures auditability without compromising privacy.
7
Scalability Benefits
Monero can scale without losing privacy or fungibility, even as the blockchain expands. FCMP++ ensures privacy for all users, regardless of blockchain size.
8
Crypto-Native Approach
FCMP++ is designed with cryptographic rigor and helps protect Monero from attacks that try to de-anonymize transactions.
9
Advancing Privacy Standards
With FCMP++, Monero transactions stay fully unlinkable and untraceable. This cements Monero’s place as the leading privacy coin.
10
Appreciating the Devs
Huge thanks to Luke Parker (@kayabaNerve) and the entire dev team for their work on FCMP++. Your efforts are pushing Monero’s privacy to the next level!
Monero, Privacy by Design
Protected by Cryptography
https://image.nostr.build/a1dde23f5826377a1cf4a5fa50c1256c3b2130ce26eb19d6e5db9f646df1e158.jpg
Read more
https://www.getmonero.org/2024/04/27/fcmps.html

2024-09-09 12:40:28

“The real rulers of our society are those who manage to stay invisible, exerting influence without ever appearing on the stage of public life.”
Rainer Mausfeld

2024-09-08 16:20:08

https://image.nostr.build/9b26194497c95746e09e660e7d04d3afe200c79b6a5e6289ba0cbf111579bf28.jpg

2024-09-05 17:26:01

https://image.nostr.build/55cbef29b7fa6130590e1946207f30fd17f5723c7345bd04414ba1566b194d2f.jpg

2024-09-05 09:49:21

Monero (XMR) Unfazed By Market Jitters, Climbs 13%
https://www.newsbtc.com/news/monero-xmr-unfazed-by-market-jitters-climbs-13-details/

2024-09-05 08:32:21

Monero Bounty:
Garnet Maintenance++
Tasks:
- Sync upstream
- New icons
- Fix dual install conflict
- Highlight Monero tip button (Nostr)
- SimpleX integration
Details:
https://bounties.monero.social/posts/147/garnet-maintenance-sync-upstream-new-icons-resolve-amethyst-dual-install-conflict-etc

2024-09-03 19:09:54

Welcome to the renaissance! https://image.nostr.build/d24b35ba2e3cce8edd912a118408a85b6ff74aeae29c35c5b288e4dcfa480f87.jpg

2024-09-03 18:15:51

It happened!
ShopinBiz
Europe's biggest Bitcoin & [and now] Monero Store
1 Million Products.
#BTC⚡️#XMR & other #Cryptocurrencies , http://shopinbit.com
#PrivacyFirst https://image.nostr.build/09cef6c84721e8476bedb629d7e4d8e67eb82017f59dc2d3e599454936a44099.jpg
Src
https://x.com/shopinbit/status/1831001630382104709

2024-09-03 17:35:06

👇🏻 https://image.nostr.build/c6d9ea0a7e775653bee72d9e5f600fd3c852b903f2a70d35b842acf137870ddc.jpg
Src
https://x.com/shopinbit/status/1830990984781467819

2024-09-03 17:19:03

“Democracy in its current form has become a tool of domination, where the elite's interests are dressed in the clothing of the general will.”
Rainer Mausfeld

2024-09-03 17:00:59

“Monero is super cool.”
Cybercrimes investigator at Chainalysis
https://video.nostr.build/6496178448a422f14046890560a54619287f29ffee1617dcdc437944bb532acb.mp4

2024-09-03 16:08:59

https://image.nostr.build/525611e8d258809a033dab872c4e80cefbb0ba75cecdfda8b0729580e49c9fbe.jpg

2024-09-03 08:23:49

“Politics is childish. You just have to read the newspapers and study politics. It is so unimaginably childish that it makes you shudder.”
C. G. Jung

2024-09-02 19:37:37

https://image.nostr.build/cf0027946e25c9ef47e4ecd508dc2a548a56b6e009bbede42cea28daa353f4a2.jpg

2024-09-02 18:48:11

“The politicians are put there to give you the idea that you have freedom of choice. You don't. You have no choice. You have owners. They own you.”
George Carlin

2024-09-02 16:47:54

For the cost of a 🍺, you can whitelist your Nostr pubkey on a Paid Monero Relay and so reduce spam and ensure curated content in your feed.
https://pmnr.xmr.rocks/

2024-09-02 14:01:30

https://image.nostr.build/63d9c8493ae2fdee96bfa21261c5b14f5566dd07baad6700dd1044392b72e84e.jpg

2024-09-02 09:28:58

One year ago, Monero was priced at $140.08 per XMR. Today, it's at $170.18 (Street Price: $183.47), a modest increase of 21.49% (+ 7.98 SP) after a year of delistings from central exchanges. https://image.nostr.build/349b25c2b8cb2e4f75197b78c63dfa6b804f35dfa9b288bd7584e22ef7d7d055.jpg

2024-09-01 16:42:14

https://image.nostr.build/510608f79edc14842f21dd2415b3edde1c65c0f89da1726b0624aee9ebc7be4b.jpg

2024-09-01 08:54:39

“The tendency to rely on the power of the state increases as the power of the individual decreases.”
Friedrich Hayek https://image.nostr.build/ada26881b5b69a97f28058111f2d467c4de2dea080bda2a11bcb67d80268f33f.jpg

2024-09-01 08:18:36

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Yes, Monero tipping is integrated in Garnet.
https://github.com/retrnull/garnet

2024-08-31 19:09:47

https://image.nostr.build/292b7239d03e5e2103c7d97478478b9facf0f0fe337f954a3b609d0120bc1486.jpg

2024-08-31 18:52:06

Discover Monero Suite!
The ultimate toolkit for effortlessly managing Monero. Secure, private and user-friendly—designed for every Monero enthusiast.
Powered by @npub1lln…k9k5
Check it out now 👇🏻
https://monerosuite.org/

2024-08-31 18:39:06

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Didn't find a better solution yet, which fits my privacy needs.

2024-08-31 17:37:36

Monero in Google Trends
Past year, worldwide https://image.nostr.build/1c40b208adc5a46c2bf857126108869133e65a0de63ce875499d916f49a732bc.jpg
Src
https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?q=%2Fm%2F0130q41b&hl=en-US
Kudos to @npub1nye…9acg, who posted this on X

2024-08-31 16:56:41

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Love to see my meme is going viral on Nostr

2024-08-31 16:39:01

My grandmother used to say, “Don't let anyone silence you.”

2024-08-31 16:35:23

https://image.nostr.build/d3c2adf3c4448f9c0ecc1f81676e7b766c2b3e27b6907140824b05956a356083.jpg

2024-08-31 15:24:43

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With DAVx5 and self hosted Nextcloud

2024-08-31 14:49:30

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This is indeed a bit unfortunate. But I like Monero tipping.

2024-08-31 14:40:20

Shutting down X is nothing short of digital authoritarianism. When a government can silence an entire platform, it's clear that freedom of speech is under siege. Should any state have the power to control what we say and where we say it?

2024-08-31 14:34:55

My Privacy Stack
📱 Google Pixel with GrapheneOS
🗣️ SimpleX, Signal, Session, Threema, Garnet (Nostr client)
🌐 Tor Browser, Vanadium, Brave
🛡️ InviZible Pro, Orbot, Mullvad, IVPN
✉️ Fairmail, Tuta
📁 Syncthing, Nextcloud, DAVx5, LocalSend, Notes (Nextcloud sync)
🔑 Keepass2Android (Nextcloud sync), Aegis
📦 F-Droid, Aurora Store (Anonymous), Obtainium
💸 Mysu, Monero.com, Monerujo, MyMonero
🎥 Grayjay, NewPipe, VLC, AntennaPod
⌨️ Simple Keyboard
📲 PWAs whenever possible (e.g. x.com)
🚫 No Google apps, no Google account
🔄 Regular Updates for OS and apps

2024-08-31 08:36:28

My public Monero node is also available over Tor:
👇
http://xqnnz2xmlmtpy2p4cm4cphg2elkwu5oob7b7so5v4wwgt44p6vbx5ryd.onion:18089
#nevent1q…helm

2024-08-30 17:42:28

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smp://FcyCFalp10iw_-_DjVZ28HWmwp1y7ZVAGGptk0ytPxU=:[email protected],f43dsksyimc7iatldk42nuoi5qbgjz67rb77uz56hhpgtvoxv7v2xxad.onion

2024-08-30 17:41:34

Boost your privacy with my public SimpleX server!
To add it:
Settings > Network & servers > Message servers > Add server > Enter server manually > Paste address below 👇🏻
smp://FcyCFalp10iw_-_DjVZ28HWmwp1y7ZVAGGptk0ytPxU=:[email protected],f43dsksyimc7iatldk42nuoi5qbgjz67rb77uz56hhpgtvoxv7v2xxad.onion
Hint: Assume all relays are malicious.

2024-08-30 17:15:09

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Your actions say it all. Thanks! I'm using Garnet with Monero tipping integrated.

2024-08-30 17:07:07

Take control of your privacy. Spin up your own server/relay today. 👇🏻
#nevent1q…5wxq

2024-08-30 16:55:21

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X user considering to try Nostr

2024-08-30 16:54:22

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And @npub1s6h…g0w6

2024-08-30 16:27:18

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@npub1tn8…w6jx

2024-08-30 16:26:20

Following Monero guys
@npub1lln…k9k5
@npub1tr4…2y5g
@npub16jh…w5l3
@npub1j5j…qcwm
@npub1tw6…p703
@npub1x5e…vd26
@npub1r27…yqx6
@npub1xmr…5022
@npub1nye…9acg
@npub15xk…krnh
@npub1tn8…w6jx
@npub1hlt…j4k2
👇🏻 Who did I miss?

2024-08-30 15:16:27

Revuo Monero Newsletter is out!
Issue 208: August 15 - 29, 202430 Aug 2024
https://www.revuo-xmr.com/weekly/issue-208/

2024-08-30 12:41:32

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Next time. I added Briar to my list.

2024-08-30 12:40:55

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Yes, it is.

2024-08-30 11:43:06

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https://image.nostr.build/203d853f163f2bad309001fe3b181dd232433ccc1b97ad91846cf8ca6fc5568a.jpg

2024-08-30 11:26:55

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Try Garnet with integrated Monero tipping.
https://github.com/retrnull/garnet

2024-08-30 11:24:08

Privacy Features of Popular Messengers
In the world of secure messaging, not all apps are created equal. Let's take a look at the privacy features of SimpleX, Signal, Session, and Threema.
1
SimpleX
- Fully decentralized with no central servers.
- No phone number or email required.
- Minimal metadata collected.
- Strong anonymity with no user identifiers.
- Users can run their own servers.
- Focused on privacy.
2
Signal
- Strong end-to-end encryption.
- Requires a phone number (less anonymous).
- Collects some metadata (e.g., contact discovery).
- Centralized, with servers controlled by Signal Foundation.
- Widely adopted, with a balance between privacy and usability.
3
Session
- Decentralized and uses Onion routing (Tor) for added anonymity.
- No phone number or email required.
- Minimal metadata.
- User IDs are public keys, providing strong anonymity.
- Open-source community servers, users can run their own nodes.
4
Threema
- End-to-end encryption, but partially open source.
- No phone number required, can use an anonymous ID.
- Some metadata is collected, but it's limited.
- Centralized, with servers controlled by Threema GmbH.
- Requires a one-time fee, but offers robust privacy features.
Conclusion
SimpleX for decentralization & privacy purists.
Signal for strong encryption with a user-friendly experience.
Session for anonymity-focused users.
Threema for those wanting privacy with an anonymous ID system.
https://image.nostr.build/9166ca2df3cce10174852e870bcb5c4a6775e2c525b7cacb70a2e155c9164cca.png

2024-08-29 20:45:03

All my memes are free to use.

2024-08-29 20:08:45

Fungibility thrives only when privacy is default. Without it, your money is just a traceable asset open to censorship and discrimination. Monero knows this.

2024-08-29 19:52:06

My public Monero node
(location: Germany)
http://node.xmr.rocks:18089
You can add it to your wallet.
Hint: Assume all remote nodes are malicious.

2024-08-29 19:23:41

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Fungibility in Monero & Bitcoin
Dr. Daniel Kim
https://video.nostr.build/73362aa43694110bbaf65c371301b3ca2fed58fdf02f7a31fe2934bf44ad3491.mp4

2024-08-29 19:16:46

https://image.nostr.build/846ea56b571c17a1d956cd3519944e28379d351c9e6972c108ba70d4f7a38151.jpg

2024-08-29 14:12:29

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2024-08-29 08:25:03

What's the most underrated feature of Monero that you think more people should be talking about?

2024-08-29 08:01:31

Take Control of Your Privacy
Run Your Own Nodes and Relays for Maximum Independence
Monero Node
https://sethforprivacy.com/guides/run-a-monero-node-advanced/
Monero Nostr Paid Relay
https://codeberg.org/pluja/nerostr
SimpleX SMP Server
https://simplex.chat/docs/server.html

2024-08-28 15:46:09

Is the UAE more concerned about free speech than France? 👇
https://image.nostr.build/c299cf0f1b3d07d9b844f06d63aa5b0905b317f4304da4f02318c0bf16bbf5aa.png
src
https://x.com/stairwayto3dom/status/1828491301505114182

2024-08-28 13:48:44

Grayjay
Enables you to create and watch video content in your own terms, fully retaining ownership and having control over what you watch. Your content on your terms
https://grayjay.app/
#nevent1q…wm9u

2024-08-28 10:56:34

NewPipe
Lightweight YouTube app for Android users, without proprietary API or Google's play services. Also supports PeerTube. Tracker free. And available on F-Droid, too.
https://newpipe.net/

2024-08-28 07:54:43

Welcome to all new followers! I'm Schmidt, a privacy advocate, Austrian School enthusiast and Monero guy. I know many of you come from the Bitcoin space. I hope some of you have the courage to stick around and explore the ideas I share here. Let's dive deep into the world of privacy, sound money and true financial freedom.

2024-08-27 14:21:25

Stand for Privacy and Free Speech
Free:
Pavel Durov (Telegram)
Ross Ulbricht (Silk Road)
Alexey Pertsev (Tornado Cash)
Roman Storm (Tornado Cash)
Keonne Rodriguez (Samurai Wallet)
William Hill (Samurai Wallet)
These developers built tools for privacy or refused to bow to government censorship.

2024-08-27 12:36:29

Monero on Nostr
@npub1tt4…x9ud
@npub1xmr…5022
@npub1tn0…rk3w
@npub1wpz…zs7p
@npub1s0t…l3mn
@npub18lh…upqz
@npub1j9q…s2yg
@npub1tr4…2y5g
@npub1lln…k9k5
@npub1jh4…tj6k
@npub1dcu…ppmp
@npub1nfd…duzd
@npub12hz…j5tv
@npub1xmr…74q0
@npub1pu8…rmus
@npub1l2x…6ndl
@npub16jh…w5l3
@npub166e…54vf
@npub19sv…2ulz
c2c48d062784dec7e445d76315f461f3d36c4b729f5396ead3148ea55b7a0444
@npub1r7k…qaj7
@npub1pcf…v373
@npub1hlt…j4k2
@npub1kef…vnw5
@npub1s2s…zzkd
@npub1tw6…p703
@npub1ve5…ffzl
@npub1yv8…9w2k
@npub1dxn…d0s0

2024-08-26 19:07:37

Your government is making a serious mistake. Who will be held accountable for it?

2024-08-26 15:27:24

Steps you need to receive XMR via NIP-05 on #Nostr:
- NIP-05 identifier (looks like email address, e.g. [email protected])
- XMR address in bio
- https://monero.com/ or @npub1j9q…s2yg
https://image.nostr.build/89259235ba04d93d18dcb3320011d4b2e092313b1b92a574cfceb75cc491771e.jpg

2024-08-25 14:55:34

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2024-08-25 14:48:20

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2024-08-24 18:27:06

@npub1tr4…2y5g is live on Monerotopia!
https://t.co/pkzI206Zjs

2024-08-24 10:18:34

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2024-08-24 08:48:39

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2024-08-23 19:05:04

I'm using for a while https://swisscows.com/ as my first search engine. Pretty good.

2024-08-23 17:43:10

Guess which wallet I use for daily use?

2024-08-23 17:01:13

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https://kycnot.me/?t=exchange&q=&xmr=on
https://image.nostr.build/b8e8fa29518b7519aa0f05a67d4f4e3fa219dd441b67b3f33c96f4afb13abd3f.png

2024-08-23 16:56:54

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2024-08-23 16:23:38

CBDC Dangers
The Hidden Risks of Central Bank Digital Currencies
1
Government Control
CBDCs could enable governments to track and monitor every transaction made by citizens.
2
Negative Interest Rates
With CBDCs, central banks could easily impose negative interest rates on holdings and so effectively charging people for saving money.
3
Centralized Power
A CBDC centralizes control over money in the hands of the government or central bank. This reduces the role of commercial banks and potentially leading to a concentration of financial power.
4
Financial Exclusion
In countries where financial inclusion is low, the rollout of a CBDC might marginalize those who lack access to digital infrastructure or are uncomfortable with digital transactions.
5
Capital Controls
Governments could use CBDCs to implement strict capital controls, which limits the ability of individuals to move money out of the country or invest it as they see fit.
6
Government Misuse
In authoritarian regimes or times (see COVID), CBDCs could be used to enforce political objectives, such as freezing the assets of dissidents or controlling the financial behavior of citizens based on social credit scores or other arbitrary criteria.
7
Data Leaks
With CBDCs, large amounts of sensitive financial data would be stored in centralized databases, which increases the risk of data leaks. Such breaches could expose individuals' financial activities and personal informations.
8
Cybersecurity
CBDCs would be prime targets for cyber attacks, including state-sponsored operations. A successful attack on a CBDC system could destabilize an entire economy.

2024-08-22 19:59:23

Prioritize privacy gains over price gains.

2024-08-22 19:14:34

If payment is not voluntary, coercion is used.
If coercion is used, one is oppressed.
Oppression is slavery.

2024-08-22 18:45:05

Thanks for the beer, anon! 🍻

2024-08-22 15:08:40

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2024-08-21 17:50:44

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2024-08-21 16:05:38

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2024-08-21 14:28:36

Bitcoin's lack of fungibility is highlighted by its traceable nature; stolen funds failed to gain privacy on RAILGUN and were returned to the original address. This expose the inherent risk of identifiable transactions on the blockchain.
https://cryptoslate.com/bitcoin-stolen-in-238-million-breach-fails-to-get-privacy-shield-returned-to-original-address/

2024-08-21 08:06:20

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2024-08-21 07:19:15

Full-Chain Membership Proofs (FCMP++) are on the way to Monero! This upgrade will boost privacy and security. Still a work in progress, but they are making sure it’s rock solid before it’s ready for prime time.
https://image.nostr.build/392a39f55a3e8aa8a4eb452b901a15fec27ea2bfd7aa9c7857f7d5444a754b9e.png
https://github.com/monero-project/monero/pull/9436

2024-08-20 17:58:41

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2024-08-20 16:07:10

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2024-08-20 13:19:03

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2024-08-20 08:21:01

I'm currently testing NymVPN (alpha). So far, it performs well on both desktop and mobile. https://nymvpn.com/

2024-08-19 20:21:08

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2024-08-19 18:50:08

What Bitcoiners want to replace by hodling:
Gold
What Monero guys want to replace by using:
Fiat Money

2024-08-19 18:40:54

Money gains its value through usage. Every XMR transaction chips away at fiat money's dominance while fortifying Monero's position as money.

2024-08-19 13:09:28

“Democracy is a pathetic belief in the collective wisdom of individual ignorance.”
H.L. Mencken

2024-08-19 12:17:33

THE MONERO MOON (ISSUE 72) NEWSLETTER IS OUT NOW!
https://www.themoneromoon.com/p/the-monero-moon-issue-72

2024-08-18 17:55:37

Monero's tail emission is like a controlled gold mine: it keeps adding a little bit over time, which ensures there's always enough but never too much. This balance maintains Monero’s value, security and avoids rapid inflation.

2024-08-18 10:25:44

Monero (XMR) Best Practices
for Privacy & Security
1
Use Official Wallets
Always use the official Monero wallet (GUI/CLI) or trusted mobile wallets like Monero.com https://monero.com/ (Cake Wallet https://cakewallet.com/) or Monerujo https://www.monerujo.io/. Download from the official website: https://www.getmonero.org/
2
Keep Your Wallet Updated
Always use the latest version of your Monero wallet to benefit from security updates and bug fixes.
3
Control Your Private Keys
Self-custody is key. Always have control over your private keys and back up your seed phrase securely in multiple locations.
4
Use Proper Network Security
When transacting use a VPN (IVPN https://www.ivpn.net/, Mullvad https://mullvad.net/) or Tor https://www.torproject.org/ to enhance privacy. Avoid public Wi-Fi networks when accessing your Monero wallet.
5
Minimize Address Reuse
Always use a new address for each transaction. Monero automatically generates new stealth addresses, this helps you stay anonymous.
6
Avoid KYC Exchanges
Prefer decentralized exchanges or P2P platforms that don’t require KYC. Platforms like Bisq https://bisq.network/ and Haveno https://haveno.exchange/ can help you trade privately. Find more https://kycnot.me/?t=exchange&q=&xmr=on
7
Practice Good OpSec
Be cautious of linking transactions to your identity. Don’t send Monero directly from an exchange to your personal wallet. Use a proxy wallet.
8
Regularly Check Transaction Privacy
Use the view key sparingly and stay informed about potential privacy leaks. Conduct audits if needed.
9
Education & Vigilance
Stay updated with the Monero community for the latest best practices and security advisories. Knowledge is power. Good starting point is https://libereco.xyz/resources/
10
Consider Cold Wallets
If you hold a significant amount of XMR, consider using a cold wallet. More infos see https://libereco.xyz/monero-cold-storage-with-feather-anonero/ and https://web.archive.org/web/20240518195127/https://localmonero.co/knowledge
12
Run a Full Node
Running your own Monero node helps increase your privacy and strengthens the network. Plus, it’s great for decentralization. Great tutorial from @npub1tr4…2y5g here: https://sethforprivacy.com/guides/run-a-monero-node-advanced/
13
Stay Anonymized When Converting
When converting XMR, use P2P platforms like UnstoppableSwap https://unstoppableswap.net/ or BasicSwap https://basicswapdex.com/. Preserve your anonymity.
14
Legal Awareness
Stay informed about the legal environment in your area regarding cryptocurrencies, especially Monero (e.g. MiCA for EU).
15
Post-Mortem Planning
Ensure there’s a privacy-preserving plan in place for loved ones to access your Monero in the event of your death.

2024-08-18 09:02:44

New technical note
History and State of Monero Security Analysis
by Cypher Stack & B.G. Goodell
Aug 17, 2024
An in-depth look at Monero's evolving privacy and security landscape, past challenges, and future directions. Essential reading for anyone interested in digital privacy.
https://github.com/cypherstack/pup-monero-analysis/releases/tag/final

2024-08-18 08:29:40

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2024-08-17 18:04:15

Why hasn't Satoshi Nakamoto been identified yet?
Because he doesn't use Bitcoin.

2024-08-17 16:39:47

The fact that Bitcoin is traceable and can be analyzed means that users are at risk. If someone knows your BTC transaction history, they can potentially trace back your spending habits, sources of funds and even identify you.