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The #Bitcoin conference in Sofia on June 8-9 featured various projects and highlights.
Aleksander Svetski @npub1dtg…up6m introduced his book "The Bushido of Bitcoin", alongside a new social media app for travelers called @npub15xd…t3l3 , which is a #Nostr client that can integrate BTC payments.
Pierre Corbin @npub1g94…v342 discussed @npub19hg…yv9p for Bitcoin Lightning payments.
Ben de Waal shared tips on spending Bitcoin, and Jacob Piotrowski promoted Bitcoin meet-ups.
@npub1hgh…fyz2 did a great job MC'ing.
The conference was well organized and there was also program in Bulgarian.
Read more here:
https://highlighter.com/[email protected]/Highlights-from-the-Bitcoin-Conference-in-Sofia-Bulgaria-June-8-9-2024-ya7jti

2024-06-08 18:01:04

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I’m an RBF Eastern European so this comes naturally

2024-06-08 07:15:33

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Only authentic smiles are allowed, right? Otherwise I don’t get this.
Sure, will watch the video later cause I clearly want to know this so much.

2024-06-08 07:13:14

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Hate to break your sophisticated numerological analysis, but it’s just the 2021 ATH “soy boy” top buyers who are finally “breaking even” and getting out.. only to buy the local top later!

2024-06-05 15:34:30

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That must cost a fortune in Oslo so I zapped some sats to contribute out of good will

2024-06-05 13:14:49

From Lightning to fiat? 🫣
Would you do it?
#note16cc…dzj5

2024-06-04 16:07:59

Bringin is a service that allows fast conversion of bitcoin to euros using personal IBAN accounts, mitigating risks of getting "debanked" for just buying bitcoin.
Users receive a dedicated Maltese IBAN account for transactions, facilitating quick fiat withdrawals through SEPA Instant.
Bringin charges a 1% fee and plans to offer single-use virtual debit cards.
Currently available only in Europe with mandatory KYC, it also provides an API for businesses to accept bitcoin.
Read more:
https://highlighter.com/[email protected]/561637
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2024-06-03 10:28:11

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Good to see Oilers finally doing well.
I remember as a kid waking up at 3am in Europe to watch Stanley Cup finals, and then going back to sleep after the match had ended 😄
It’s a beautiful game, but I don’t like the bread and circus aspects of professional sports, and luckily I found new passions.

2024-06-01 20:03:23

#Nostr is a protocol for censorship-resistant social media, allowing seamless audience transition between apps and monetization via the #Bitcoin Lightning Network.
It combats centralized social media flaws like ad-based revenue models, bots and "walled gardens".
Nostr uses cryptographic key pairs for secure identity and data transmission through decentralized relays.
It emphasizes interoperability, open-source development, and user-driven content moderation.
Despite lacking the best privacy features, Nostr offers potential beyond social media, including P2P markets and alternatives to established platforms.
Read more on the Highlighter Nostr client:
https://highlighter.com/[email protected]/Nostr-Decentralized-Identity-for-the-Internet-2j722q
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#nostr #bitcoin #lightning #media #censorship #clients #relays #identity #opensource #growstr

2024-06-01 10:10:10

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Stoked!

2024-05-27 14:51:00

@npub136h…th6q is an accounting software designed for #Bitcoin users, allowing them to consolidate wallet balances, visualize bitcoin transactions, and generate reports.
It simplifies managing multiple wallets and complying with tax regulations. Clams imports read-only data from Bitcoin wallets and converts it into double-entry bookkeeping journals, helping in data-driven decisions.
Currently available for Mac, with support for other operating systems planned, it can help to enhance Bitcoin circular economies and improve accounting efficiency.
Read more on Highlighter:
https://highlighter.com/npub15vxdlmhftkh452a06vnr3mmks2dy8hqejeuxuv6sgy5rgtf0jllsccfzg7/Clams-Accounting-Software-for-Bitcoiners-m9kwe0
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2024-05-26 15:16:00

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Last time it wasn’t politically convenient to be “pro-crypto”.
Politicians are not idealists, but power-hungry vote collectors.

2024-05-26 08:18:16

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If he gets elected, people have to remind him of his promise and keep him accountable

2024-05-25 16:15:10

Braidpool is a decentralized #Bitcoin mining pool protocol using a directed acyclic graph (DAG) to distribute share accounting and rewards.
It mitigates mining centralization, reduces variance for smaller miners, and enables non-custodial payouts via FROST multisig.
Braidpool supports hashrate derivatives to minimize financial risks and is in early development, relying on volunteer contributions and offering opportunities for Bitcoin entrepreneurs.
Read more on Highlighter:
https://highlighter.com/npub15vxdlmhftkh452a06vnr3mmks2dy8hqejeuxuv6sgy5rgtf0jllsccfzg7/Braidpool-Decentralized-Bitcoin-Mining-Pool-vl6m6x
#bitcoin #mining #decentralization

2024-05-12 17:54:16

Stratum V2 is a new mining protocol for Bitcoin, aiming to address issues of censorship and centralization present in Stratum V1.
It enables individual miners to construct their own candidate blocks, reducing the power of mining pools to censor transactions.
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Developed in 2019 by Braiins pool, and released as an open-source reference implementation in March 2024, Stratum V2 also enhances security and performance, attracting more miners to adopt it.
By encrypting communications and using binary code, it improves efficiency and reduces the likelihood of empty blocks.
While it doesn't directly address payment transparency, efforts are underway to create benchmarking tools for informed decision-making regarding the benefits of moving from Stratum V1 to V2.
Stratum V2's adoption could strengthen the decentralization and censorship resistance of Bitcoin mining.
Here's a presentation by Stratum V2 contributor @npub1za0…dur3 at BTC Prague @npub167n…zu3r 2023:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTXw3UZNT0Y

2024-05-02 13:31:38

Konsensus Network is a book publisher for literature about #Bitcoin, Austrian economics and sovereignty.
They provide publishing services for authors, helping them with manuscript screening and publication.
Additionally, they offer assistance to self-publishers with distribution, translations, proofreading, and cover art.
Founded in 2019, they've published over 60 books in multiple languages, using a decentralized organizational model.
Their Bitcoin bookshop offers both physical and digital copies of Bitcoin-related books.
Instead of feeding the Amazon beast, why not buy your Bitcoin books directly from a Bitcoin-only publishing house?
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If you recommend Bitcoin books to your friends, consider getting your own Konsensus Network affiliate code.
Your affiliates will get a 10% discount on their purchases and you will get a 10% commission for each referral.
Check out the Bitcoin bookshop here:
http://bitcoinbook.shop/?ref=teemupleb
#bitcoinbooks #reading #books #knowledge #bookpublishing

2024-04-29 10:30:11

Stacker News @npub1jfu…m0gx is a platform similar to Reddit or Quora, but instead of likes etc., users earn Bitcoin for content creation and curation.
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Users tip creators with "sats" (small Bitcoin fractions) as appreciation.
Posting costs 100 sats, curating costs 1 sats, reducing spam.
You can sign up with Lightning, Nostr, email, X(Twitter) or GitHub.
Territories categorize content, and you can also discuss other topics besides Bitcoin.
Posting types include link, discussion, poll, etc.
Users can boost visibility with sats.
Territory creation costs sats, earning territory owners 50% of fees.
Trust score determines content visibility. Engaging content earns from daily rewards.
Referral program rewards for user sign-ups.
Instead of stacking sats and making money, the main point of Stacker News is to learn from others in a social way and to have fun.
Sats are a bonus!
Let's discuss Stacker News on Stacker News:
https://stacker.news/items/522034/r/teemupleb

2024-04-27 10:29:41

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3rd parties can see who you’re communicating with

2024-04-24 14:29:59

Wavlake @npub1yfg…v6vg revolutionizes music streaming by allowing artists to receive #Bitcoin payments directly from fans.
Unlike major platforms, it employs a value-for-value model, enabling listeners to tip micro-payments while consuming music.
Co-founded by Michael Rhee @npub1z0r…xuxf and Sam Means @npub1eeq…at9s, Wavlake's open-source app supports web, iOS, and Android, using the Lightning Network for instant, low-cost transactions.
Artists receive instant payouts, with a flat 10% fee.
Nostr integration facilitates data interoperability and direct fan engagement.
Wavlake fosters artist empowerment, real-time feedback, and fair compensation, attracting both emerging and established musicians seeking autonomy and connection with their audience.
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#lightning #value4value #music #streaming #zaps #growstr #nostr #podcasts

2024-04-17 13:50:25

Are you a merchant/freelancer/entrepreneur/charity etc. and want to accept bitcoin?
Check out Zaprite @npub1cwn…raju!
#note1su3…0rxk

2024-04-16 15:22:16

Zaprite @npub1cwn…raju is an invoicing platform that lets you accept on-chain #Bitcoin, Lightning Network and fiat payments in one integrated checkout experience.
You don't need an invoicing software to accept Bitcoin. You only need a Bitcoin wallet.
But Zaprite simplifies the process, offering features like contact management, invoice creation, and various payment options.
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Zaprite facilitates fiat payments alongside Bitcoin, aiding merchant onboarding.
Users can integrate their Lightning node or use supported wallets.
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Zaprite prioritizes privacy, using xpub to generate unique BTC addresses per transaction.
It's non-custodial, doesn't require KYC, and is available in various languages.
There's a free trial, followed by a subscription fee. Transaction fees are 0!
Features include customization, clean invoices, CSV transaction downloads, and payment QR codes for donations.
If you found this post valuable, you can donate to me by scanning the payment QR code below.
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2024-04-14 17:27:20

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Why do you collect personal information (name, country of residence etc.) when activating the Bitcoin wallet?
Doesn’t this connect the Nostr npub to a real world identity, and also to the fact that this person uses bitcoin? And if so, why this anti-privacy design choice?

2024-04-09 14:38:56

SideSwap, a #Bitcoin wallet and DEX on the Liquid Network, aims to bring capital markets to Bitcoin.
SideSwap allows you to:
✅ Peg in and out to/from the Liquid Network
✅ Hold Liquid assets
✅ Swap between Liquid assets and Liquid BTC
Launched in 2021, it's open-source, available on desktop, iOS, and Android.
As a non-custodial p2p DEX, it offers atomic swaps with low fees (0.1% trading fees, 0.6% swap spread).
No KYC is needed except for security tokens trading.
With confidentiality and interoperability benefits, it supports Jade hardware wallets by Blockstream @npub1jg5…6n8n and offers features like CSV transaction export.
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Try SideSwap here: https://sideswap.io/

2024-04-09 12:55:28

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This is good signal, but my 80 IQ eyes hurt when I have to read caps lock.. I bet I'm not the only one

2024-04-06 16:57:59

MUSQET @npub1mus…v5kr is building a unified payment terminal for both debit/credit card and #Bitcoin payments.
Have you ever tried to pay with BTC, but the staff doesn't know how to use the app?
Not a problem with MUSQET, because the staff will use it every day!
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This unified device aims to streamline customer-merchant interactions.
Businesses adopting MUSQET receive a dedicated self-custodial Lightning node from Voltage @npub15kl…4m73 , handling channels and liquidity.
Transaction fees stand at 1%.
Additionally, MUSQET offers a Bitcoin-only merchant app.
Based in the UK, its target market is primarily UK businesses. Regulatory challenges may arise due to the combined Bitcoin and traditional card transactions.
Merchants can retain BTC or in the future, also convert it to GBP through an exchange partner.
Future features also include NFC payments with Bolt cards and rings @npub1may…hl50 @npub10ra…zmsc, plus e-commerce capabilities.

2024-04-02 23:23:31

BitStream, decentralized file hosting with #Bitcoin, introduced by Robin Linus from ZeroSync in late 2023!
Explain it to me like I'm an 80 IQ PLEB!
Ok, here we go!
BitStream introduces decentralized file hosting powered by Bitcoin, allowing users to monetize excess bandwidth and storage.
Users pay in bitcoin to access data without intermediaries, facilitated by verifiable encryption and atomic swaps.
In simple terms: If I run a server and give you data, you pay me in bitcoin in exchange for using that data.
A peer-to-peer exchange of data for digital gold.
In BitStream, clients (users who download files) and servers (users who distribute files to the network) use optimistic fraud proofs to prove the validity of the files.
The server encrypts the file.
When the client is decrypting the file, it can raise a fraud proof to challenge the server in case something doesn't add up regarding the validity of the file.
Files are split into fixed-sized chunks and then hashed into a Merkle tree (a data structure where blocks of data are hashed together).
By breaking the files into hashed components, the system can quickly confirm the accuracy of the files.
All this would happen outside the Bitcoin blockchain, which would only be used to address disputes (and to finally verify the whole process back on-chain.)
In order to download files, a client needs to purchase decryption keys with BTC to decrypt the encrypted files that the server is hosting.
The server locks some BTC in a Hashed Time Lock Contract (HTLC).
This is its economic commitment to act honestly.
If the server's file can't be decrypted properly with the client's decryption key, the server risks losing its bond in the HTLC.
OP_CAT soft work could enable direct implementation on Bitcoin, but BitStream could already be built on e.g. Liquid Network, a Bitcoin sidechain.
BitStream aligns client-server incentives, ensuring profitable scalability without over-engineered designs or complex token structures, utilizing Bitcoin's sound economic model for a balanced decentralized hosting network.
Here's the white paper:
https://robinlinus.com/bitstream.pdf
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2024-03-02 20:55:36

@npub10pe…n34f is a non-profit supporting open-source #Bitcoin development.
If you benefit from Bitcoin (number go up or better financial access), you should consider giving back to the development efforts.
OpenSats addresses the free-rider problem where developers aren't directly paid for their contributions.
The Bitcoin protocol itself only incentivizes mining and hashrate, but it doesn't have a system in place to reward developers.
OpenSats aims to incentivize innovation by funding developers and ancillary projects.
Donations can be made to various funds or specific projects vetted by a reputable board.
Operational costs are covered separately.
OpenSats uses @npub155m…dcvg to receive BTC donations (both on-chain and Lightning), so no part of the donations is wasted to pay any middleman fees.
Donations are tax-deductible in the US.
You don't have to be a developer to apply.
OpenSats also funds designers, code reviewers, researchers, educators etc.
Automatic donations via @npub1wxl…hcan's AutoZap are also possible.
Supporting open-source Bitcoin development with even small contributions could significantly advance the Bitcoin ecosystem.
What if every pleb in the world donated only $1 a month to open-source Bitcoin development?
Maybe that way we could leap and bound closer to the Bitcoin standard and the Citadel?
Have your HODL stack in cold storage and set up a small fraction for spending and donating to keep the Bitcoin ecosystem going and your Bitcoin bags pumping!
Finally, a short clip from Kevin Rooke's podcast with OpenSats founder Ben Price @npub1jkm…crvd where describes the reasons for creating OpenSats:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnmOKn0F7_0

2024-02-16 21:37:59

Bitcoin Ring is an NFC tap-and-pay ring linked to a Lightning wallet, offering convenient payments.
Leave your phone home when going to the beach and pay for pupusas with your ring!
Built on the Bolt Card protocol, it functions like a Bolt card but with a ring replacing the card.
The ring itself doesn't store #bitcoin but connects to a Lightning wallet.
Safety concerns include potential NFC interception, so treat the funds on the ring wallet like pocket cash!
Access to the Lightning wallet remains even if the ring is lost.
You can set transaction and spending limits for extra security.
The ring is made of ceramic, and it’s water, dust, and scratch-resistant.
Opsec seems good too: no flashy BTC logos etc.
When BTC hits $1 million, you don't want your finger to be chopped off by an envious no-coiner who doesn't understand that the BTC is not on the ring!
https://bitcoin-ring.com/
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2024-01-10 12:32:35

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Mind-blowing

2023-11-20 14:19:20

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First I thought, why would we need a Nostr replacement for Meetup because Meetup does its job well?
But then I realized that with Nostr you can make the meetup app interoperable with other social apps using the Nostr social graph.
And you can build some monetary incentives with zapping, e.g. rewarding the event organizer for a successful event.
Haven’t tried or researched Flockstr at all yet but will try.

2023-11-18 19:39:49

Phoenix Wallet is a self-custodial Lightning Network wallet that runs a Lightning node on a phone, solving complexities of managing channels.
Unlike on-chain #Bitcoin self-custody, Lightning requires node management and inbound liquidity for receiving.
Lightning Service Providers like ACINQ (the company behind Phoenix) help users by opening channels.
Phoenix recently introduced "splicing”, which allows adding or removing funds to a Lightning channel without closing it.
Splicing gives a Phoenix user a dynamic single channel for Lightning and on-chain BTC, and makes fees more reliable.
Users pay one-time and miner fees for channel openings.
Splicing BTC onto Lightning is trustless and seamless.
Phoenix is open-source, and you can always force-close your channel and recover your funds to your self-custodial on-chain address using your private key.
Phoenix is privacy-focused and is planning self-custodial static Lightning addresses and BOLT12 implementation in the future .
Overall, Phoenix is a user-friendly self-custodial Lightning wallet for already somewhat technical Bitcoiners.

2023-11-11 18:39:55

How to avoid high on-chain fees when dollar-cost averaging or rebalancing Lightning channels?
@npub1psm…8970 facilitates secure Bitcoin transfers between Lightning, on-chain, and Liquid, ensuring minimal on-chain footprint.
The Bitcoin Lightning Network offers fast settlements, but its wallets are hot wallets, therefore vulnerable.
Boltz enables users to transfer Bitcoin from Lightning to the main chain.
But when you can’t afford on-chain fees, what to do?
Liquid Network, with stable fees, became a solution.
Users can purchase Bitcoin on Lightning, swap to Liquid via Boltz, store it in a hardware wallet, and later peg-out to the main chain.
Boltz leverages "Submarine Swaps," ensuring trustless, atomic swaps between on-chain and off-chain assets.
It prioritizes user privacy and offers an API for integration with e.g. wallet applications.
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2023-11-10 03:47:43

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😂

2023-11-01 18:40:26

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Just in time chann.. I mean video

2023-10-31 15:49:37

Tapsigner is a #Bitcoin cold storage device designed by Coinkite.
It's an NFC card with a secure element, offering a secure yet convenient way to store Bitcoin.
Unlike traditional hardware wallets, Tapsigner doesn't store private keys and generates them during setup.
To sign a transaction, you tap it close to an NFC-compatible device and enter a PIN.
If lost, recovery requires an encrypted backup file and the decryption key on the card.
Tapsigner supports multi-sig setups and works with specific wallets like Nunchuk and Sparrow Wallet.
It's affordable at around $40 and enhances Bitcoin security while providing a user-friendly tap-and-sign experience.

2023-10-29 16:59:20

Just landed in a new city and don't know where to have dinner and pay it with #Bitcoin?
@npub1864…t2tq is a free and open-source app, helping users find businesses that accept Bitcoin.
It's available on the web, Android, and iOS.
The app is maintained by volunteer Bitcoiners, known as Shadowy Supertaggers, who verify businesses that accept Bitcoin.
Users can also add businesses or information through OpenStreetMap accounts or through a form.
Shadowy Supertaggers are rewarded for their work.
BTC Map benefits Bitcoin communities and encourages businesses to adopt Bitcoin payments.
Additionally, businesses can receive Bitcoin payments via a public static Lightning address on the app, which is useful for various purposes, like donations during natural disasters.
Tagging Bitcoin-friendly businesses is a great way to get involved in Bitcoin open-source without any technical skills!
BTC Map can be embedded on any website. Many wallets have integrated it to show users where they can spend their Bitcoin.
BTC Map comes handy when orange-pilling businesses: "These are the businesses that accept Bitcoin in this town. Do you want to be on the map too?" https://image.nostr.build/8a4d8e7b8bc112c22db6074664013a058185339b0a3b9654ed8cd227499c1cde.jpg

2023-10-25 20:00:30

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2023-10-25 01:28:11

Tiankii is a merchant solution from El Salvador designed to facilitate #Bitcoin payments.
It functions as a point-of-sale system for businesses, including street vendors, freelancers, and e-commerce stores.
Users can connect their wallets to receive Bitcoin payments from clients or accept payments directly through Tiankii to their Lightning node.
The service is from El Salvador and aims to help businesses in the country accept Bitcoin conveniently.
Tiankii is accessible globally, though it requires some personal information due to local regulations.
The platform offers a clean dashboard, payment tracking, and the ability to receive payments in a self-sovereign manner.
Tiankii is available as a browser app and offers free use with the option of turnkey custodial solutions for enterprises.
As of lately, the company has been focusing on increasing Bitcoin adoption in El Salvador with contactless Bolt card payments and Bitcoin-only point-of-sale terminals. https://image.nostr.build/08118ebb043381ed1a7a01a7570808cb734bd3f96dd2a3d6018cdffe50cb8bfc.jpg

2023-10-11 00:53:48

Coinos is a user-friendly custodial #Bitcoin wallet and point-of-sale system that helps businesses embrace Bitcoin payments.
It offers a simple, no-KYC account setup with minimal barriers, making it ideal for small and large businesses looking to accept Bitcoin.
Coinos supports both on-chain and Lightning Network transactions and charges no merchant fees for Lightning transactions.
It imposes only a 0.1% conversion fee when moving between Lightning and on-chain.
While it's a web wallet, it's easily accessible on mobile devices and allows multiple staff members to use the same wallet with secure PIN protection.
Coinos also promotes businesses on social media and offers automatic Bitcoin-to-fiat conversion for Canadian retail merchants.
For larger amounts or international users, they provide referrals to third-party brokers or exchanges.
If you're in Vancouver, you can participate in their orange-pilling bounty program by onboarding businesses in specific categories and earning 1,000,000 sats.

2023-10-04 01:41:14

@npub1may…hl50 is a contactless payment card with NFC capabilities for #Bitcoin Lightning Network transactions.
It aims to simplify in-person Bitcoin payments, making them more accessible.
CoinCorner introduced the Bolt Card, which, when connected to their app, functions like a debit card for spending Bitcoin. It can also be used as a gift card.
Setting up with CoinCorner is easy but requires sharing personal information.
Alternatively, the open-source project allows users to set up their cards independently.
LNbits is a helpful tool for managing Bolt Card's Bitcoin wallet.
Why use Bolt Cards instead of QR codes?
✅ Cards don't need battery (or signal)
✅ Can be faster to use a card than to pull out a phone (and find the right app)
✅ Cards are cheaper than phones
✅ I would lend someone my card instead of my phone to make a payment.
Downsides: You have to trust the merchant to charge you correctly, as dishonest ones could manipulate amounts.
The Bolt Card concept also extends to other NFC-enabled items, like watches, and also check out @npub10ra…zmsc! https://image.nostr.build/3a32e709d58dc77d95d8bc5bbc622cdd864322832c5f2c22fb72ed788cb993b1.jpg

2023-09-24 21:05:52

Satscard is a physical card allowing Bitcoin storage and transfer without using the blockchain.
Users load BTC onto the card using its NFC chip, making it similar to cash or gift cards.
Transactions are instant, private, and don't require blockchain confirmation.
Satscard holds the private key for security and needs both the CVC code and the card for spending.
It's produced by Coinkite, a Bitcoin hardware manufacturer, and holds up to ten BTC slots for reuse.
Checking the balance of a Satscard is easy via NFC-enabled phones, and compatible software wallets are emerging.
Satscard costs around $10-20, offering a secure and convenient way to gift or spend Bitcoin.
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2023-09-24 14:47:56

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On a related note, exchanging fiat currencies at airports is ridiculous these days.
I’m changing less than $100 worth but they ask for my profession and address.. and for the lower amounts they sometimes take a 25-30% cut 😄

2023-09-09 15:24:00

@npub17cy…4ml3 is an independent #Bitcoin education initiative in El Salvador, founded by John Dennehy, following the country's adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021.
It offers a 10-week program to teach students about finance, self-sovereignty, and personal responsibility, with local teachers receiving Bitcoin as payment.
The project aims to foster circular Bitcoin economies and encourage Salvadorians to use Bitcoin.
Students graduate with a Bitcoin Diploma, earned through a final exam that includes e.g. recovering a wallet from a seed phrase and making Lightning Network transactions.
Mi Primer Bitcoin is open to replication worldwide and offers free educational resources.
It hosts monthly Bitcoin meetups in San Salvador and relies on donations for support.
You can donate to Mi Primer Bitcoin’s Geyser @npub1kmw…xqk9 campaign here:
https://geyser.fund/project/miprimerbitcoin

2023-08-28 00:28:10

Please don’t fist-pump me if we meet in real life.
People shake hands in 2023.
The scamdemic has been over for a while.
If you insist on bumping your fist, I just can’t take you seriously and subconsciously think you must be a government cuck.
Sorry I don’t make the rules and I still love you ❤️

2023-06-15 05:13:55

Kaboom Energy is a proof of concept project in Panajachel, Guatemala, aiming to reduce pollution around Lake Atitlán.
Eliazar @npub13zn…afdk, the project leader, collects used cooking oil from local restaurants, cleans it by heating and filtering, and then feeds it into a 40-year-old diesel engine.
The engine produces electricity, which is stored in a car battery and used to power Bitcoin mining equipment.
The project utilizes recycled materials and aims to benefit the Lake Bitcoin @npub1tw4…6nwr project.
Kaboom operates on rented premises and earns around $1 per day if running continuously.
The initiative benefits restaurants, individuals, and the environment.
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2023-06-01 21:55:14

Oshi is a mobile app designed to help small businesses promote their services to #Bitcoin users and increase Bitcoin adoption worldwide.
It acts as an aggregator for local business deals in Bitcoin, offering a unique way for businesses to attract customers through loyalty rewards called "satsbacks."
Instead of traditional coupons or punch cards, businesses can give customers Bitcoin cashbacks for their purchases.
Oshi also allows users to become Bitcoin evangelists by referring businesses and friends, earning commissions on sales made through the app.
By leveraging these incentives, Oshi aims to accelerate Bitcoin adoption and bring about a resurgence in small businesses.
Try Oshi app now: https://t.co/4sSqSnDgtd
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2023-05-27 20:05:49

Relai is a self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that allows users to easily buy Bitcoin using euros and Swiss francs.
It offers features such as sending, receiving, buying, and selling BTC. When purchasing BTC with Relai, users maintain ownership of the private keys to their coins, as the platform does not custody funds.
Relai falls into the category of "soft-KYC" BTC-buying apps, which means that identity verification is not required for purchases under certain limits.
The app charges a base fee of 2.5%, but users can reduce it to 1% by meeting certain criteria.
While Relai is user-friendly and suitable for stacking BTC, it is not as private as some peer-to-peer exchanges since the bank transfer used for fiat deposit reveals the destination of funds.

2023-05-19 18:46:58

Two derivatives exchanges on the Lightning network offer opportunities for Bitcoin trading without centralized exchanges.
Kollider allows users to take positions against each other with a maximum leverage of 10x and variable margin based on liquidity.
LN Markets @npub1lnm…tnnn acts as a broker, taking the other side of trades and offering options trading with a maximum leverage of 100x and a maximum margin of 0.1 BTC.
Trading directly from a Lightning wallet provides advantages such as faster deposit and withdrawal times, no counterparty risk, and no KYC requirements.
These platforms also offer a synthetic USD option for hedging BTC exposure.
Risk management is crucial when using these platforms.

2023-04-20 18:35:24

Are you considering moving to El Salvador, the first country to make #Bitcoin a legal tender?
Or maybe you're a proponent of "flag theory", wanting to diversify your personal & financial affairs?
The security situation has increased dramatically in El Salvador, and the country offers tax advantages and visa programs for those who want to move there, such as for independent workers, students, pensioners, or church missionaries.
Applicants do not need to invest a hefty sum of money or prove they are wealthy.
The process of getting a temporary residency card in El Salvador is relatively fast, and it is easier to extend the temporary residency than to obtain it for the first time.
A company that helped me to secure my residency is called Escape to El Salvador, and with a referral code TEEMU, you can get 15% off from their residency fee if you decide to apply for residency in El Salvador through them.
https://escapetoelsalvador.org/product/basic-residency-service/
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2023-03-29 16:39:43

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2023-03-24 21:02:56

Fountain is a podcasting app that enables users to earn #Bitcoin while listening to podcasts.
It allows creators to receive direct payments from their audience and to reward listeners in a #value4value economy.
Users can download the app, sync their subscriptions, and listen to a wide library of content.
They can earn Bitcoin while listening and use it to reward creators or withdraw it to another Lightning wallet.
Fountain offers a clipping feature where users can clip parts of a podcast and earn tips in satoshis.
The app has a social discovery feature, a profile page, and a referral program.
It is available on iOS and Android, with a desktop version coming soon.
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2023-03-21 15:47:19

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Open a Discreet Log Contract. I will bet on 25 bps.

2023-03-16 17:44:31

Alby is a browser extension for Bitcoin and Lightning Network, enabling content creators to monetize their content.
By adding their Lightning address to social media accounts, websites, and other platforms, users can receive tips in Bitcoin.
The Alby extension eliminates the need for scanning QR codes or switching between apps, allowing for more efficient paywalls.
Users can also log in to services using their Lightning address and integrate the extension with their own Lightning node.
Alby can also be used to manage your Nostr credentials. Alby is open-source, tracker-free, and currently in alpha stage, encouraging users to try it out and provide feedback.
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