Nostr notes by Pierre Simon

Did a deeper technical dive into the new Spark wallet ...

2026-06-03T19:36:19Z

Did a deeper technical dive into the new Spark wallet architecture, and there is a massive hidden detail everyone should know about transactions are being routed! 🧩💡

Every single Spark-enabled wallet automatically generates a native spark1... network address behind the scenes.

The catch? Popular Spark enabled wallets like primal (nprofile…kclk) and Wallet of Satoshi (nprofile…2xse) choose to hide this native Spark address from the user UI, exposing only a standard Lightning address (LNURL) instead.

Here is why that matters economically:
❌ If you send or receiving a transaction using the LN address, the wallet routes it over regular Lightning rails, forcing you to pay standard network routing fees.
✅ If a wallet actually allows you to see and use the native Spark address, transfers between those addresses are completely free!

It's great to see various wallets shifting toward self-custody under the hood using the Breez_tech (nprofile…8a92) SDK, but hiding native protocol addresses limits what the tech can actually do. We need more wallets to expose these spark1... addresses so the community can enjoy true zero-fee transactions across the network! 💸❌🦾

A killer move by @nprofile…qrn6 to fact-check the protocol ...

2026-06-03T06:06:37Z

A killer move by daniel (nprofile…qrn6) to fact-check the protocol debate with hard receipts.

John Carvalho (CEO of Synonym, the team behind Pubky) has spent plenty of time bashing Nostr and claiming their protocol is a massive upgrade. But Daniel quietly pulled up the metrics and let the facts do the talking—Pubky’s numbers are sadly low, while Nostr is actively thriving.

Massive respect to pip (nprofile…xrcf) for keeping a clean, spam-free dashboard at npub.world/stats that makes these reality checks possible! 📊🙌

There’s also been a lively discussion on the timeline about Primal and declining app usage. But the bottom line is staring us right in the face: individual clients will always have user cycles, but the underlying Nostr protocol is growing, and real human activity is way up. The foundation is rock solid, and people genuinely want to be here. 📈✨

To be clear, this isn't about changing our current culture or replacing the tech posts we all love. Everyone should always be free to post exactly what they want and feel like. 💬💻It's simply about expanding the room. To make Nostr and Bitcoin mainstream, we just need to build smooth, easy entry points for normal, daily life—meeting people where they are instead of forcing them to navigate complex jargon. 🗺️

Look at the master move by the Cashu (nprofile…cmar) community recently: they added support for almost every local currency directly into the Numo POS app. A merchant can type in their local currency, the app handles the Bitcoin/ecash rails entirely under the hood, and the user just taps to pay. No friction, no math equations, just pure utility. 🥜⚡💶

The energy is buzzing. Let’s keep our core strong while welcoming the rest of the world into our thriving economy!

What local currency feature or app are you most excited to see bridge the gap next? 👇

quoting
nevent1q…pcpy
Just gonna leave this here.

GN 🌙 PV 🖖

Love the meme! 🤫 But if we want the Nostr community to keep on ...

2026-06-03T05:05:47Z

In reply to nevent1q…atpw
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Love the meme! 🤫 But if we want the Nostr community to keep on growing, numbers absolutely matter. Transparency is how devs, merchants, and creators align to build better utility for everyday users. We can't build a real circular economy in the dark!

My timeline here is a mix of my day to day life—one day I’m ...

2026-06-03T04:28:36Z

My timeline here is a mix of my day to day life—one day I’m sharing my morning commute to the office, the next I'm celebrating my daughter turning 11 with family karaoke, and today I’m looking at protocol data. 🚗🎂🎤

To me, it’s all connected. And my recent posts about Geozapping and firing corporate ad agencies proved that a lot of you feel the same way. ⚡️

Amidst all the current debates about low user numbers on primal (nprofile…kclk) and other nostr client apps in general, the truth is staring us in the face: People don't just want another tech-heavy Twitter clone. They want a space that enhances their real, daily life. 📉❌

To win over the mainstream crowd from corporate monopolies like Instagram, Snapchat, and Facebook, we need to stop focusing purely on tech talk and start building interactive, real-world utility right into our social feeds.

What is one everyday, real-life feature that would make your non-Bitcoin friends finally join the network? 👇

#nostr #primal #web2toweb3 #circulareconomy #lifestyle

More of this please. My eldest daughter @nprofile…6ae8 loves ...

2026-06-02T03:21:43Z

In reply to nevent1q…6u0k
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More of this please. My eldest daughter Esperanza Simon (nprofile…6ae8) loves this type of content. Hopefully I can convince ther now to become more active here on Nostr ;)

This is a massive macro signal, Jesse. The pipes are laid and the ...

2026-05-31T05:34:31Z

In reply to nevent1q…z5ey
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This is a massive macro signal, Jesse. The pipes are laid and the distribution network is massive. The transition to a pure global Lightning economy is moving from a 'what if' to an absolute mathematical inevitability.

A phenomenal Saturday spent way up north at the beach in Den ...

2026-05-30T19:50:31Z

A phenomenal Saturday spent way up north at the beach in Den Oever with the extended family. Full execution on relaxation: swimming, a bit of football on the sand, great food, drinks, dancing, and soaking up the perfect weather. ☀️🌊🏖️

The core mission of the day? Celebrating my father-in-law's 81st birthday (round two!). His actual birthday was last Thursday, but you don't cross a milestone like that without a proper family roundup.

At 81, he is healthy, full of energy, and surrounded by his legacy—including his 11 grandchildren. Seeing him this vibrant is the ultimate reminder of what truly matters.

Family is the ultimate foundation. Hope you are all resting and resetting with the people who matter most. 🦅❤️

#family #legacy #dadlife #denoever #grownostr

Or bon bini as we say in Papiamento 😉

2026-05-30T14:18:34Z

In reply to nevent1q…xjkj
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Or bon bini as we say in Papiamento 😉

What a finish to the season! Samantha and her team just fought ...

2026-05-30T11:22:38Z

What a finish to the season! Samantha and her team just fought through an absolute thriller on the pitch, locking in a hard-earned 6-5 victory to close things out. Pure determination from the girls. ⚽️🏆🔥

With the season officially wrapped, we are immediately shifting gears. Sun is shining, weather is perfect, and we are heading way up north to Den Oever for a well-deserved weekend escape. 🌊☀️🚙

Big wins, beautiful weather, and family execution. Enjoy your Saturday, everyone! ⚡🥊

#dadlife #football #victory #weekend #grownostr

Welcome @nprofile…n764!

2026-05-30T04:08:32Z

In reply to nevent1q…c3d5
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Welcome VaVeVe (nprofile…n764)!

A fantastic morning to you all! I woke up to see I’ve crossed ...

2026-05-30T02:54:10Z

A fantastic morning to you all! I woke up to see I’ve crossed the 100-follower mark, now sitting at 103. I’m incredibly grateful for everyone who has connected here—the quality and signal on this network are unmatched. 📈📡

Saturday for me is all about execution, discipline, and family:

🏋️‍♂️ First up: Locking in my morning gym routine to reset and build focus for the weekend.

⚽️ 11:00 CET: Heading to the pitch for my youngest daughter Samantha’s final official football match of the season. Coming hot off their tournament championship victory in Haarlem last week, the team is ready to close things out on a high note. 🏆🔥

True leadership requires peak discipline across the board—whether in the gym or supporting the next generation on the field.

Thank you again for the milestone. Enjoy the weekend, everyone! What are you executing on today? ⚡🥊

#discipline #dadlife #football #grownostr

The most critical performance management of my week didn't ...

2026-05-29T19:48:29Z

The most critical performance management of my week didn't happen in a boardroom. 📈👯‍♂️

Today was the final dress rehearsal for my youngest daughter's dance showcase this Sunday. She was fighting some heavy pre-stage nerves, made worse when a severe thunderstorm with blinding rain and lightning struck right as we stepped out the door. ⛈️⚡️

But leadership is built early. She proved she is an incredibly tough girl—shook off the intimidation, walked into the studio, and completely executed her routine like a professional.

Proud dad moment watching real resilience in action. Ready for Sunday! ❤️

#dadlife #family #resilience #leadership #grownostr

In case you need any help, feel free to DM me.

2026-05-29T10:40:30Z

In reply to nevent1q…77x0
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In case you need any help, feel free to DM me.

Have you tried using the Numo Pay POS app for local merchants? ...

2026-05-29T08:59:58Z

In reply to nevent1q…9nmj
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Have you tried using the Numo Pay POS app for local merchants? It's completely free and downloadable in the Zapstore (nprofile…kjtv).

There you go, a like AND a zap. Keep on doing what you guys are ...

2026-05-29T08:14:52Z

In reply to nevent1q…pdps
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There you go, a like AND a zap. Keep on doing what you guys are doing!

Caught the @nprofile…t7e4 popping up on my Nostr feed this ...

2026-05-28T07:48:13Z

Caught the European Commission (nprofile…t7e4) popping up on my Nostr feed this morning. It’s pretty cool seeing a major European institution getting their data into open protocols! 🇪🇺📡

A few interesting details under the hood for the those interested:
🔹 They aren't natively here yet. Their official account lives on a Mastodon server (the federated ActivityPub protocol), which is being mirrored over to our timeline via a mostr.pub bridge.
🔹 Because it’s just a passive data bridge, I hit a wall trying to send them a test zap—no Lightning address is configured. ⚡🛑

Honestly, it would be awesome to see the Commission step past passive bridging and go fully native with a real Nostr pubkey and a Lightning address. There are so many great, free options out there to plug value directly into communication.

European Commission (nprofile…t7e4)—if your team needs a quick hand navigating the payment layer, my DMs are always open. Happy to help you wire up the value rails! 😉📈

#fintech #nostr #europeancommission #bitcoin #lightning #fediverse #grownostr

Ran a quick end-to-end liquidity drill on the new Numo Pay ...

2026-05-28T06:37:06Z

Ran a quick end-to-end liquidity drill on the new Numo Pay merchant app this morning. 📱⚡

Pulled a manual test withdrawal of 50 sats from the Minibits (nprofile…m76u) mint straight to my LN address at Bringin (nprofile…vmya). It settled near instant in just a few seconds, costing a microscopic 2 sat mint and/or lightning fee. Flawless.

Huge credit to a1denvalu3 (nprofile…zkcl) for the slick implementation on Numo, and a massive shoutout to the broader Cashu (nprofile…cmar) developer community for their incredible hard work putting these foundational protocol layers together. 🛠️🛡️

What makes this setup a total game-changer for local business owners is the automated backend stack:

1️⃣ Numo Pay lets any merchant accept Bitcoin effortlessly right at the counter.
2️⃣ The Auto-Withdraw feature lets them set a threshold (like 50k sats) to automatically sweep funds without manual headache.
3️⃣ Bringin (nprofile…vmya) acts as the perfect operational anchor, instantly bridging the Bitcoin and fiat worlds so merchants can swap incoming sats into Euros whenever they need fiat liquidity.

This is exactly how we solve real-world merchant adoption. Give businesses sovereign digital rails at the point of sale, backed by a seamless off-ramp to manage real business risks. Beautiful execution! 🏝️💶📈

#fintech #bitcoin #lightning #cashu #merchantadoption #grownostr

If the merchant owns and runs the mint, they hold their own keys ...

2026-05-28T03:12:02Z

In reply to nevent1q…atxp
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If the merchant owns and runs the mint, they hold their own keys to their own Bitcoin liquidity pool. The ecash issued is just a digital bearer token representing their internal ledger. It's not a third-party custodial relationship; it's a first-party sovereign treasury.

I come from a family of educators. It’s exactly why my passion ...

2026-05-28T02:32:57Z

I come from a family of educators. It’s exactly why my passion for structured learning runs so deep, and why I founded SimonAcademy (nprofile…57ks). You cannot scale institutional adoption or build a sustainable circular economy without a rock-solid educational foundation. 🎓🧠

That’s why, alongside the Academy, I became an official Satsman Founder and Pro Max user. Over the past 3+ months, I’ve been road-testing the gamified microlearning framework. It perfectly solves the onboarding bottleneck by rewarding real proof-of-understanding with genuine Bitcoin satoshis—no points, no junk tokens. ⚡

My personal milestones so far:
📈 110,780 total sats earned
🔥 17,800 sats stacked on consistency streaks
🎯 5,607 sats via core learning missions

Globally, the platform is booming with 27.5k+ active users across 176 countries pushing past 1.1M missions. 🌍

Want to join my army?
1️⃣ Slide into my DMs for a personal referral link.
2️⃣ Onboarding and learning is 100% free.
3️⃣ To accelerate your growth, you can upgrade later to a paid tier to support the platform and unlock higher sat yields. 🚀🏆

Drop a message and let's get you stacking knowledge and sats! 🛡️

#fintech #bitcoin #education #microlearning #satsman #grownostr

Yes, absolutely! @nprofile…uxkg handles native Lightning ...

2026-05-27T20:13:07Z

In reply to nevent1q…9jt6
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Yes, absolutely! blitz (nprofile…uxkg) handles native Lightning invoices perfectly, making it seamless for zapping and receiving on Nostr. Plus, its standout feature is that it lets you link a NIP-05 verified Lightning address to your profile for a clean identity. Definitely worth the switch!

Testing the Spark wallet landscape reveals massive UX ...

2026-05-27T04:00:21Z

Testing the Spark wallet landscape reveals massive UX fragmentation. The incentive is huge: Spark-to-address transactions are completely free, while Lightning carries routing costs. 💰⚡

My breakdown of the current stack:
🔹 Xverse: Full Spark capability (send/receive via Spark address). Only Xverse lacks a standard LN address.
🔹 Blitz Wallet: The absolute gold standard for identity—the only one with a NIP-verified LN address.
🔹 Primal, WoS, Bringin: Spark capability completely disabled by the apps.
🔹 Club Orange: Send-only for Spark; incoming blocked.
🔹 Tether Wallet: Smooth tech, but zero privacy. Wallet balances and tx history are completely transparent. 🔎🛑

Conclusion: blitz (nprofile…uxkg)(Blitz) takes the crown today. It successfully hits the ultimate sweet spot by giving you full, private, free Spark-to-address transfers alongside a native, working LN address. 🏆⚡

The rails are there, but developers need to stop disabling them. Free, private, peer-to-peer settlement is the ultimate goal. 📈🛡️

#fintech #bitcoin #lightningnetwork #Spark #payments #grownostr

Did some research. If I understand correctly, this adds an ...

2026-05-26T07:48:28Z

In reply to nevent1q…n558
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Did some research. If I understand correctly, this adds an official standard for Cashu mints/wallets to handle normal, on-chain Bitcoin transactions directly, instead of being limited just to the Lightning Network? That’s awesome for flexibility. Is my understanding correct?

What are on-chain nuts? Can you explain it in a simple way for ...

2026-05-26T07:33:05Z

In reply to nevent1q…k2yz
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What are on-chain nuts? Can you explain it in a simple way for non-developers?

@nprofile…m76u is an absolute masterclass in UX. I run both my ...

2026-05-25T20:22:16Z

In reply to nevent1q…90qm
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Minibits (nprofile…m76u) is an absolute masterclass in UX. I run both my personal profile and my business academy handle on it to handle daily Nostr zaps seamlessly. The performance, privacy, and speed are top-tier. Essential tool for the ecosystem!

The UX hurdle is real, but check out @nprofile…vmya if you are ...

2026-05-25T03:44:55Z

In reply to nevent1q…narz
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The UX hurdle is real, but check out Bringin (nprofile…vmya) if you are in Europe. They offer a completely non-custodial setup where you keep ownership of your funds, but get the all-in-one convenience of Lightning addresses, a native IBAN, and a debit card. Absolute game-changer for onboarding. 🇪🇺🎯

I love Maná.

2026-05-24T22:21:25Z

In reply to nevent1q…0ahq
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I love Maná.

Diving deep into WeChat Pay architecture today for our upcoming ...

2026-05-24T10:59:40Z

Diving deep into WeChat Pay architecture today for our upcoming merchant offerings at PayPro. 📊🇨🇳

The front-end UX looks like a Lightning transaction with its instant QR codes, but the cross-border reality is vastly different. To get an EU merchant paid in EUR while a Chinese consumer pays in CNY, the system remains chained to traditional banking networks, PSP clearing lags, and complex FX exchange layers.

Nostr Client apps like primal (nprofile…kclk) and YakiHonne (nprofile…2h8g) powered by the Lightning Network don't just offer a cleaner interface; they fundamentally solve the plumbing. Lightning acts as a native, borderless protocol.

It routes and settles value peer-to-peer instantly, completely bypassing the legacy correspondent banking and FX tollbooths.

WeChat has the centralized user lock-in for now, but open protocol architecture is the superior global infrastructure. The shift is inevitable. ⚡🇳🇱

#grownostr #plebchain #fintech #payments #lightningnetwork

Shaking off the late-night family poker session and putting in ...

2026-05-24T07:04:49Z

Shaking off the late-night family poker session and putting in the work, massively inspired by Roman Simon (nprofile…2c3s) who has been absolutely setting the pace with his own fitness and health journey. Consistency breeds consistency. 🚀

Locked in 5,800 steps early to stack passive Sats via sMiles, then executed:
🔹 Barbell Squats: Progressed up to 50kg (RIR 1-2)
🔹 Vertical Leg Press: Ran the pyramid up to 160kg total loaded
🔹 Hamstrings & Calves: Finished strong at 37kg / 77kg

Starting the official Basic-Fit 4-week strength program tomorrow. Monday, let's go. ⚡
Fueling up now, then hitting the road to Haarlem for a massive double-header of youth football coaching and academy training! ⚽☀️
#grownostr #plebchain #fitness #discipline #life

Bold statement.

2026-04-09T15:27:53Z

In reply to nevent1q…ghjg
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Bold statement.

The world has officially crossed the threshold into madness. ...

2026-04-09T14:58:18Z

The world has officially crossed the threshold into madness. 🏛️🔚

What we are witnessing today isn't just "geopolitics"—it’s the systematic dismantling of international law by the Trump and Netanyahu regimes. We’ve reached a point where war crimes, illegal invasions, and genocide in Gaza and Lebanon are being treated as "standard procedure."

The reality is grim:
- Illegal wars started without even consulting allies.
- The normalization of killing and the open threat to destroy entire civilizations.
- A legacy of kidnapping or killing leaders, suppressing dissent, and relentless lying.

It is a criminal standard of leadership where the US breaks every rule in the book and then has the audacity to demand its allies help clean up the mess. The "rules-based order" is dead, replaced by a regime that prioritizes conflict over humanity at every turn. 🌍⚖️❌

We are living in a world run by criminals who have lost all moral authority.

I’m now using Bringin Connect to stack directly from my salary. ...

2026-04-02T06:53:35Z

I’m now using Bringin Connect to stack directly from my salary. By linking my bank app to a permanent Connect vIBAN, my Bitcoin lands in my own wallet before I even spend a single Euro. 🟠💸

It’s the ultimate low-friction setup for EU-based Plebs. If you’re tired of manual exchange steps, this is the way. ⚡️

#Bitcoin #Bringin (nprofile…g90a) #Fintech #SelfCustody #StackingSats #L2

As some of you might know I have been a fan and active user of ...

2026-03-26T20:59:51Z

As some of you might know I have been a fan and active user of Bringin (npub1krv…d3py) for a while now. Recently I’ve been testing their newest product Bringin Connect and it is the missing piece for managing Bitcoin liquidity in Europe. 🟠🌍

What makes it so effective is the clear separation of flows:

🟠 Buy Connection: Direct to your on-chain Bitcoin wallet (perfect for cold storage/HODLing). You get a dedicated vIBAN; send Euros, and BTC arrives in your vault instantly.

🟠 Sell Connection: This is the game-changer. It gives you a unique Lightning address connected directly to your existing bank account. No new accounts, no complex setup—it's an invisible bridge.

I’ve tested both, and they work flawlessly. It’s a professional way to stay sovereign while keeping your fiat and Bitcoin worlds connected. 🤝⚡️

#Bitcoin #LightningNetwork #BringinConnect #PlebChain #HODL #Sovereignty

Day 48 of stacking sats on Satsman. Earned 6,604 sats so far. If ...

2026-03-21T16:56:19Z

Day 48 of stacking sats on Satsman. Earned 6,604 sats so far. If you want to learn about Bitcoin while earning real sats, here's my link: https://satsman.com?ref=pierre_36464

Masha pabien na tur mi rumannan Arubiano riba e dia tan special ...

2026-03-18T19:13:20Z

Masha pabien na tur mi rumannan Arubiano riba e dia tan special aki! 🇦🇼✨

Today is a momentous Dia di Himno y Bandera. We aren't just celebrating our beautiful flag and anthem for their 50th anniversary, but also marking exactly 40 years since Aruba obtained its Status Aparte.

As an Arubiano, my heart is full of pride for our "Dushi Tera." Our history is one of resilience, determination, and the same "Proof of Work" spirit that drives me every day. From the gold mines of the past to the digital frontiers of the future, we keep moving forward.

Disfruta boso dia, sea orguyoso di nos cultura, nos herencia, y nos libertad. Aruba ta den mi sanger! ❤️💙💛

#Aruba #DiaDiHimnoYBandera #StatusAparte #DushiTera #Arubiano #Orguyo #Nostr🇦🇼⚡️

Still out here hitting my morning steps! 🚶‍♂️⚡️ I ...

2026-03-18T03:55:22Z

Still out here hitting my morning steps! 🚶‍♂️⚡️

I used to be happy with a few rewards just for walking, and it was a great start. But lately, I’ve found a much better and fun way to make my time count.

I’ve moved over to Satsman, and it’s been a game-changer for my morning routine. Instead of just passive tracking, it makes learning more about Bitcoin a fun, daily habit. Between the #SatsCipher and the missions, I’m stacking sats way faster than before.

Whether you’re a student at SimonAcademy (npub1nf2…y87w), a client at SimonConsulting (npub162r…gwrs), or just following my journey here on Nostr, I’d love for you to join me. It’s free to start, though the paid tiers really help you accelerate your progress.

Join my squad here: https://satsman.com?ref=pierre_36464

Since Alby connects to Lightning Network Daemon (LND) nodes, ...

2026-03-15T10:13:02Z

In reply to nevent1q…0qrk
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Since Alby connects to Lightning Network Daemon (LND) nodes, allowing users to manage self-sovereign Lightning wallets directly through their web browser, does that mean that your current Alby lightning address used here on Nostr will also be changed soon?

Nice article. Very insightful.

2026-03-11T04:54:55Z

In reply to nevent1q…88vh
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Nice article. Very insightful.

It's pretty wild to see Lagarde explicitly framing the ...

2026-03-11T04:44:49Z

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It's pretty wild to see Lagarde explicitly framing the Digital Euro as a tool for sanctions evasion while simultaneously attacking Bitcoin for the same thing. 🚩

Her argument regarding the ICC judges is a total red herring. First, Bitcoin already exists as a sovereign, non-permissioned settlement layer for anyone facing extra-territorial overreach.

Second, her narrative ignores the EU Blocking Statute, which specifically protects EU citizens and entities from exactly this kind of "decisions made on the other side of the pond."

The Digital Euro isn't about "sovereignty" for the individual—it's about the ECB trying to build its own permissioned bypass while ignoring the sovereign tools we already have. 🧱⚡️

I believe that I've Just orange-pilled the local food truck ...

2026-03-09T12:57:55Z

I believe that I've Just orange-pilled the local food truck owner near my office! 🍔🍊

Stopped by for a burger and nudged him to try taking Bitcoin this time. He already had a Speed Wallet set up, and I sent a Lightning payment from my Minibits (npub1kva…tkzv) wallet.

Yeah, I know—still a lot of custodial "training wheels" in this setup, but we have to start somewhere. I wish I’d filmed it; that look in his eyes (and the sound of the app confirming the payment) was pure magic.

One burger at a time, the circular economy grows. 🧱⚡️

#Bitcoin #OrangePill #LightningNetwork #Minibits #SpeedWallet #PlebChain #ProofOfBurger

Insightful article.

2026-03-09T11:27:54Z

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Insightful article.

Had some "spirited" discussions yesterday regarding ...

2026-03-06T03:32:19Z

Had some "spirited" discussions yesterday regarding stablecoins on #Bitcoin. It’s clear the tension between monetary purism and pragmatic adoption is at an all-time high.

As a consultant advising fintechs on payment rails, I see the ground reality every day: we are fighting for a $32.9 Trillion retail market, yet #BTC Map shows only ~20k merchants onboarded.

Pure BTC is the destination, but for the 99% of businesses facing 5% margins and strict compliance, stablecoins on Bitcoin rails (via Taproot Assets) are the essential bridge. We can’t win the world if we refuse to build the plumbing they can actually use today.

I’ve written an article deep-diving into this schism—balancing the "Sound Money" philosophy with the "Trojan Horse" strategy for merchant adoption.

Publishing the full piece later today. Stay tuned. 🏗️⚡

#Bitcoin #Stablecoins #TaprootAssets #Fintech #Adoption

So you are telling me that you would actually advise business ...

2026-03-05T16:53:21Z

In reply to nevent1q…sft4
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So you are telling me that you would actually advise business owners to only accept bitcoin from their customers (also those that don't know anything about it), pay all their suppliers in bitcoin, and more importantly NOT pay their taxes anymore. Because hey, Bitcoiners don't pay tax. And if you do you are an idiot. Amazing! What kind of bullshit logic is that? Yes, Bitcoin is the best form of money ever invented. But no one pays their taxes for fun, it is a legal obligation. You can not run a legit business without that. Not paying taxes is a criminal offence. Anyway, coming back to the main discussion point. I still haven't heard any valid argument from you why stablecoins are not acceptable, but e-cash and even side chains like Spark are.

So you are saying that you are able to pay with bitcoin at your ...

2026-03-05T15:48:29Z

In reply to nevent1q…xqqt
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So you are saying that you are able to pay with bitcoin at your local supermarket, order food at any restaurant, pay for everything when you are on holiday, etc. Who are you trying to fool? You now that it is complete BS what you are saying. Not even in countries with a high level of bitcoin like El Salvador every merchant accepts it. I would love to live in a world where I could do everything with Bitcoin. Fact is that it is simply NOT possible currently. Especially if you run a business. Taxes cannot be paid in Bitcoin. The world is still largely dependent on fiat. We might not like it, but it is a fact.

Funny compilation 😂. Personally I completely agree that there ...

2026-03-05T15:34:41Z

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Funny compilation 😂. Personally I completely agree that there is nothing better than Bitcoin. Both as a store of value and as a medium of exchange. In practice I however notice that bitcoin is only still accepted by a very small number of merchants currently. And if you can't pay with bitcoin it is now often converted to fiat to enable day to payments. It has proven really difficult to convince merchants like supermarkets, gasoline stations, etc. to start accepting bitcoin. They simply don't understand, and if they slightly do, their conclusion is that bitcoin as an asset is too volatile. They want price stability. That is where stablecoins come in. With protocols like taproot assets these can be minted on the best blockchain which is Bitcoin. No need for Ethereum, Solana or any other 'shitcoin' blockchain.

That's approximately 18 euro with today's value

2026-03-05T05:14:37Z

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That's approximately 18 euro with today's value

What is your opinion on Chaumian eCash (i.e. Cashu and Fedimint)? ...

2026-03-05T04:53:00Z

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What is your opinion on Chaumian eCash (i.e. Cashu and Fedimint)? It is technically a separate token, albeit representing real Bitcoin. Is that still within the boundaries of acceptance?

I slightly disagree. Having stablecoins minted on Bitcoin via ...

2026-03-05T04:23:35Z

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I slightly disagree. Having stablecoins minted on Bitcoin via protocols like Taproot Assets or RGB, which are native to Bitcoin, will actually benefit the Bitcoin Network in both the short and long term. Most important reason is human psychology. The transition for any small business owner to start accepting stablecoin payments as an alternative to traditional card payments is way easier to achieve than having to start accepting bitcoin directly. The step from stablecoin payment acceptance to direct bitcoin payments acceptance is the logical next step. And even if they don't eventually start accepting direct bitcoin payments, they are using bitcoin as the settlement layer without even knowing it. It will therefore enable more and easier bitcoin acceptance by merchants, create more revenue for lightning channels and it's node runners, create more revenue for the miners, create more bitcoin awareness, and more adoption of bitcoin, etc. This will enable true Bitcoin businesses (including node runners) to grow, which in turns creates less dependency on fiat.

Fantastic post!

2026-03-04T13:29:16Z

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Fantastic post!

Just read this fascinating BPI study via Bitcoin Magazine: AI ...

2026-03-04T12:35:02Z

Just read this fascinating BPI study via Bitcoin Magazine: AI agents are already showing a clear preference for Bitcoin as a store of value and stablecoins for payments. It’s the ultimate "Hard Money vs. Liquid Money" split, and it’s exactly where I see the future going. 🤖🛰️

I know the mention of stablecoins usually triggers the "Bitcoin Only" alarm for many on Nostr, but hear me out. The beauty of Stablecoins as Taproot Assets over the Lightning Network is that they don't replace Bitcoin—they act as a bridge.

Imagine this workflow:
1️⃣ Your salary arrives in a EUR-pegged stablecoin wallet (fast, stable, and low-cost).
2️⃣ You pay for your daily groceries using that same Lightning wallet—instant settlement, no volatility during the checkout.
3️⃣ Every month, you automatically "stack sats" by sending a fixed amount of that EUR balance to a cold wallet acting as your true long-term savings.

My view is pragmatic: most people won't jump from fiat to 100% BTC overnight. Stablecoins on Lightning are the perfect transitional tool. They allow people to exit the traditional banking system *now* while gradually building their Bitcoin position.

If you want to go full Bitcoin immediately? I’m all for it. That's the beauty of the protocol—you choose your own path. But for the rest of the world, stable-Lightning is the Trojan horse for hyperbitcoinization. 🍊🚀

Read the full article here: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/ai-agents-show-strong-preference-bitcoin

Nice and informative video. Love the subtle joke about the ...

2026-02-28T19:21:53Z

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Nice and informative video. Love the subtle joke about the underdog

US says jump, EU asks how high

2026-02-28T17:12:34Z

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US says jump, EU asks how high

Relatively small investment for a good cause

2026-02-28T15:07:11Z

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Relatively small investment for a good cause

Interesting, but not unique

2026-02-28T14:58:52Z

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Interesting, but not unique

Woke up to some easy sats this morning! ☕️⚡️ Spent less ...

2026-02-28T12:23:28Z

Woke up to some easy sats this morning! ☕️⚡️

Spent less than 30 minutes total across a few apps, walking to the gym and back, and stacked:

- Speed Wallet: 130 sats (quick game)
- Satsman: 21 sats
- ZBD: 5 sats (daily poll)
- sMiles: 5 sats (1 sat per 1,000 steps—taking out the trash & walking to the gym/back)

Total: 161 sats.

Now, here’s the reality check. As a consultant, my hourly fee is at a level where 30 minutes of work is worth exponentially more than these fractions of a cent. From a "time is money" perspective, this doesn't make any sense at all. 📈📉

On the other hand, the walk was for my health, and apps like Satsman are actually educational—so they serve a purpose beyond the payout. It’s about the habit and the "Nuts and Bolts" of testing the plumbing of the future.

But I have to ask: Is this actually worth the effort for a professional? Or is the friction of micro-earning still too high for most people?

#Bitcoin #StackingSats #Consulting #TimeIsMoney #sMiles #ProofOfWalk #PlebChain #SimonConsulting

Happy to see it available in the Zapstore! The app works as a ...

2026-02-28T11:07:22Z

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Happy to see it available in the Zapstore! The app works as a charm.

Fantastic article!

2026-02-28T06:51:50Z

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Fantastic article!

Cool. Will try it out. Is it only for apps by the way, or does it ...

2026-02-27T17:56:27Z

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Cool. Will try it out. Is it only for apps by the way, or does it also work for regular websites?

Thanks for the update. Might I suggest posting this weekly brief ...

2026-02-27T14:48:45Z

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Thanks for the update. Might I suggest posting this weekly brief as a long-form article directly on Nostr as well.

Funny 🤣

2026-02-27T14:34:24Z

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Funny 🤣

Let’s be honest: the technical rails of Nostr are lightyears ...

2026-02-27T14:20:47Z

Let’s be honest: the technical rails of Nostr are lightyears ahead, but the content quality often isn't. To compete with a $250B creator economy, we have to admit that most Nostr posts don't yet match the production value of YouTube or Instagram.

But they should be—and can be—even better.

In 2026, "Creatrepreneurs" are building diversified businesses, with 41% earning over $50k annually through brand deals and platform payouts. On Nostr, we have the ultimate "ownership" model, but big brands and top-tier creators follow the crowd. Without the big names, we don't get the followers; without the followers, we don't get the big money.

To bridge this gap, we need to move beyond just "Zaps." We need:
- Incentivized Excellence: Financial triggers—like the referral sats from Speed Wallet or sMiles’ Proof of Walk—but specifically for high-quality video and long-form articles.
- Brand Awareness: Convincing corporates that Nostr is the best way to bypass algorithms and own their audience relationship directly.
- Higher Standards: Treating Nostr not just as a "dev playground," but as a premium platform for world-class creativity.

The rails are ready. Now we need the quality to match the code. 🚀🧱

#Nostr #CreatorEconomy #Bitcoin #SimonConsulting #Adoption #ValueForValue #PlebChain

I’m a bit late to the party on this one, but I just came across ...

2026-02-27T12:54:51Z

I’m a bit late to the party on this one, but I just came across Lady Gaga’s salsa version of Die With A Smile from the Super Bowl halftime show—and wow. 💃🔥

As someone who loves Latin American music, and salsa in particular,, seeing this kind of tropical energy on such a massive stage is incredible. The arrangement is absolutely impressive! 🎶

It’s the perfect vibe to head into the weekend.

https://youtu.be/2DiRG8aPnzU?si=lpX7bf_3z3qOloDs

#LadyGaga #Salsa #SuperBowl #Vibes #Music #PlebChain

A) Online education.

2026-02-27T08:34:14Z

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A) Online education.

Congrats with this great achievement!

2026-02-27T05:11:09Z

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Congrats with this great achievement!

Fantastic article!

2026-02-26T21:32:06Z

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Fantastic article!

Getting the kitchen vibes just right this evening. ...

2026-02-26T17:10:42Z

Getting the kitchen vibes just right this evening. 👨‍🍳🔥

Nothing beats cooking while listening to the tropical sounds of Gilberto Santa Rosa. The rhythm makes everything taste better. Pure "Caballero de la Salsa" energy to wrap up a busy day. 💃🎶

https://youtu.be/Zc13NAc7dvM?si=PY3F5Izc2Cc8jGh5

#Cooking #Salsa #GilbertoSanta Rosa #PlebChain #Vibes #Netherlands

Read my latest article about the evolution of European Merchant ...

2026-02-26T11:00:02Z

Read my latest article about the evolution of European Merchant Payments here on Nostr.

I'm considering publishing on LinkedIn as well to reach a larger professional audience. What do you think? Should I do that or keep it exclusively here on Nostr?

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The European payment landscape in 2026 is defined by a deep tension between institutional stability and grassroots innovation. For decades, the "rails" of commerce were invisible—merchants accepted cards because that was simply what one did, paying a quiet but significant percentage of their revenue for the privilege of participating in the global economy. Today, that invisibility has vanished. Merchants are now active strategists, navigating a world where the traditional "Sovereign Rails" of the European banking system are being challenged by the "Sovereign Protocols" of the Bitcoin ecosystem. This evolution is not merely a technical upgrade; it is a fundamental shift in how value is settled, who holds the keys to liquidity, and how much a business must pay to simply exist.

The Institutional Baseline: Efficiency within the Walled Garden

Traditional payments in the EU are currently shaped by the ambitious PSD3 directive and the finalized Instant Payments Regulation. These legal frameworks were designed to break the dominance of non-European card schemes by mandating that SEPA Instant transfers be as cheap and accessible as standard bank transfers. The flagship of this movement is Wero, the pan-European digital wallet. For a merchant, Wero represents the ultimate refinement of the traditional system. It bypasses the high interchange fees associated with Visa and Mastercard by moving money directly from the customer’s bank account to the merchant’s account in under ten seconds.

In specific regions, local champions still dictate the flow of commerce. In the Netherlands, iDEAL has evolved into a powerhouse of e-commerce, while in Spain, Bizum has transitioned into a viable merchant solution. The allure of these systems is their familiarity and their regulatory "safety net." When a merchant uses a standard card terminal, they are operating within a system that handles their compliance and plugs directly into their existing accounting software. However, this convenience comes at a price: the merchant remains a "tenant" on someone else’s infrastructure, subject to account freezes, data harvesting, or sudden fee hikes.

The Bitcoin Alternative: Scaling via Ecash and Protocols

While the banking sector was busy refining the Euro, a parallel ecosystem was built on the Lightning Network and the Cashu protocol. By 2026, Bitcoin has evolved into a high-velocity payment rail. The breakthrough that finally solved the "scalability vs. privacy" debate for everyday users was the rise of federated ecash.

Consumers are increasingly choosing ecash wallets like Minibits or FEDI. The reason is simple: they are incredibly easy to set up, require no complex channel management, and offer near-perfect privacy. From a user's perspective, paying for a coffee with Minibits is as seamless as a "Tap-to-Pay" transaction. Behind the scenes, the wallet uses blinded tokens that move instantly without bloating the Bitcoin blockchain. This makes ecash the ideal "daily spender"—it is fast, cheap, and private, mimicking the physical cash experience in a digital format.

For the merchant, the entry point is equally frictionless. The recently launched Numo Pay app allows a shop owner to turn any Android phone into a Point of Sale (POS) terminal by leveraging these same ecash protocols. A merchant types in a price, the customer taps their phone, and the transaction is complete. While ecash is technically a custodial model (funds are held in a "Mint"), it provides the high-speed liquidity needed for a busy retail environment.

Nostr: The Merchant's Social and Financial Layer

A critical evolution in 2026 is the integration of Nostr as both a marketing and a payment orchestration layer for businesses. Merchants are no longer just "accepting" payments; they are building a community on a decentralized protocol. By using a Nostr client like YakiHonne, a business can publish long-form updates, product launches, and catalogs directly to their followers without the risk of being de-platformed by a central authority.

The true magic happens in the connection between social and financial. Within these Nostr apps, merchants can link their preferred Lightning wallet via Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC). This creates a unified experience where "zaps" (micro-payments) and product purchases flow directly into the merchant's treasury. For merchants prioritizing speed and privacy, YakiHonne and other modern clients allow the use of ecash wallets like Minibits directly within the app. This means a merchant can receive ecash tokens for their digital content or physical goods with the same ease as a social media "like," while maintaining the option to sweep those funds into a more permanent self-custodial vault.

The Merchant's Path to Sovereignty: Self-Custody and Off-Ramps

As merchants become more comfortable with the ecosystem, their strategy often matures toward full sovereignty. While they may use Numo for the "front-end" tap-to-pay experience or Nostr for community engagement, their "back-end" treasury is increasingly held in robust, self-custodial wallets like Bitkit or Blitz Wallet. These wallets allow merchants to be their own bank, holding the private keys to their revenue and interacting directly with the Lightning Network without intermediaries.

The final piece of the puzzle for a European business is the "Bridge to Fiat." This is where a Bringin account becomes essential. Bringin provides a compliant interface for Europeans to bridge the gap between self-custody and the traditional banking system. By providing a personal virtual IBAN, Bringin allows a merchant to off-ramp Bitcoin into Euro instantly and safely. A merchant can receive Bitcoin via their Blitz Wallet, and when they need to pay their electricity bill, they send a portion to their Bringin IBAN, where it arrives as a SEPA Instant transfer in seconds.

Achieving Total Connection: The Integrated POS

A significant advantage for modern merchants is the ability to achieve a "Total Connection" between these various tools. The Numo app, for instance, is far more than a simple payment receiver; it is a professional Point of Sale suite. It allows merchants to create detailed product catalogs, organize items into categories, and manage inventory directly on the phone.

Crucially, Numo supports auto-withdrawal settings. By providing a Lightning Address, a merchant can instruct Numo to automatically sweep received payments to another destination. This allows for an elegant, automated flow: payments collected via Numo’s merchant interface can be sent instantly to a self-custodial treasury like Blitz Wallet or directly to a Bringin vIBAN, which comes with its own native Lightning Address.

For the modern merchant, understanding the hardware and wallet ecosystem is vital for a smooth customer experience. The tap-to-pay function on Numo requires a compatible Cashu Wallet, such as eNuts, Sovran, Macadamia, Cashu.me, Minibits, or Phoenix. Lightning payments, on the other hand, work with practically all common wallets, including Alby Go, Blink Wallet, Cash App, Fedi, Muun, Strike, Wallet of Satoshi, or Zeus. It is important to note that the NFC function for Bitcoin Tap-to-Pay currently only works on Android devices, as direct NFC payment is not possible on iPhones due to iOS restrictions. However, iOS users can still pay via Lightning QR without any problems, ensuring no customer is left unable to pay.

Summary Comparison of Payment Rails

Conclusion: The Winner is the Open Protocol

In the final analysis, the "best" payment method for a European merchant in 2026 is a hybrid stack that prioritizes autonomy. While Wero and SEPA Instant have improved the status quo, they remain permissioned systems subject to the whims of centralized policy.

The winning strategy for the modern merchant is the Protocol Stack:

For the Consumer: Convenience and privacy via ecash wallets like Minibits.

For the Community: Censorship-resistant engagement and zaps via Nostr.

For the Terminal: Catalog management and POS ease via the Numo app.

For the Treasury: Absolute control via self-custodial wallets like Blitz or Bitkit.

For the Bridge: Instant SEPA off-ramping via Bringin’s vIBAN and Lightning Address.

By combining these tools, a European business can finally reclaim the "card tax," eliminate the risk of frozen accounts, and provide their customers with the most private and efficient payment experience in the world. The bridge to the Bitcoin standard is no longer a theoretical concept; it is a functional, everyday reality.

Just changed the background theme to Bitcoin Orange. Merchants ...

2026-02-25T14:18:55Z

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Just changed the background theme to Bitcoin Orange. Merchants can now easily accept bitcoin payments directly, either as a regular lightning payment or as Cashu (npub17fz…9yxv) eCash. Cool feature is also that as a merchant you can set balance thresholds automatically triggering a withdrawal of funds to your self-custodial wallet. For European merchants this could also be set to their Bringin (npub1krv…d3py) LN address.

In case anyone would like to learn Papiamento or Dutch happy to ...

2026-02-25T12:49:14Z

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In case anyone would like to learn Papiamento or Dutch happy to help ;)

Which language would you like to learn?

2026-02-25T12:47:19Z

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Which language would you like to learn?

Just downloaded the new Numo app from GitHub! 📱⚡️ ...

2026-02-25T11:31:38Z

Just downloaded the new Numo app from GitHub! 📱⚡️

I usually stick to the Play Store, but this was surprisingly easy to install even for a non-techie. The interface looks incredibly slick and clean. Ready to start accepting ecash! 🤙

Check it out: https://github.com/cashubtc/Numo/releases

#Cashu #Bitcoin #Numo #Nostr #Ecash

Interesting

2026-02-25T11:16:50Z

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Interesting

Really cool indeed!

2026-02-24T18:43:36Z

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Really cool indeed!

@npub1lzy…cvsc and @npub1wvu…derp . Check out e desaroyo aki!

2026-02-24T17:55:41Z

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BitcoinAruba (npub1lzy…cvsc) and btccuracao (npub1wvu…derp) . Check out e desaroyo aki!

Payments made easy! #nevent1q…s07g

2026-02-24T17:45:43Z

Payments made easy!

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Accept contactless Bitcoin payments on any Android.

Numo uses Lightning for instant settlement.

@Cashu Ecash enables payments even offline.

Free to use. No fees. Open source.

No setup required. Choose a mint and start accepting payments.

Let's make Bitcoin everyday money.

Beep. Done.

https://numopay.org/

Fantastic initiative! 💯

2026-02-24T17:41:42Z

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Fantastic initiative! 💯

B) 36%

2026-02-24T17:10:02Z

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B) 36%

Buen artículo, Roland. 👏 Es fundamental recordar que la ...

2026-02-24T16:25:40Z

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Buen artículo, Roland. 👏

Es fundamental recordar que la verdadera resistencia a la censura en Nostr no es automática, sino que depende de nuestra responsabilidad como usuarios de elegir los relays adecuados y gestionar nuestras propias llaves. ¡Gracias por compartir estos consejos!

Beterschap!

2026-02-24T15:46:14Z

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Beterschap!

I use Nostr DMs regularly. Works fine for me.

2026-02-24T15:44:54Z

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I use Nostr DMs regularly. Works fine for me.

Must read article by @npub18yv…lpz3 and @npub19tc…nlea about ...

2026-02-24T15:17:52Z

Must read article by Jestopher (npub18yv…lpz3) and Amboss (npub19tc…nlea) about the Lightning Network.

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Driving the Spike: How the Lightning Network Is Repeating the Greatest Infrastructure Story in American History

The infrastructure we're building today provides the foundation for generations. Now it's digital.

Read our latest blog: a4s.me/driving-the-spike

Very nice article. Would be great to post as a long-form note on ...

2026-02-24T14:59:53Z

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Very nice article. Would be great to post as a long-form note on Nostr as well.

Impressive

2026-02-24T14:49:43Z

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Impressive

What do you mean with Bitcoin Bank?

2026-02-24T14:48:14Z

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What do you mean with Bitcoin Bank?

Interesting

2026-02-24T14:34:50Z

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Interesting

Long-form notes are a game changer for Nostr.

2026-02-24T11:30:23Z

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Long-form notes are a game changer for Nostr.

Funny

2026-02-24T09:40:37Z

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Funny

Thanks for the compliment

2026-02-24T08:59:27Z

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Thanks for the compliment

Thanks for tagging me, much appreciated 👍

2026-02-24T08:58:48Z

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Thanks for tagging me, much appreciated 👍

Funny

2026-02-24T08:52:37Z

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Funny

Check out my latest article #naddr1qq…0z4j

2026-02-24T08:43:42Z

Check out my latest article

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naddr1qq…0z4j

Every Bitcoin journey begins with the Genesis Block. On January 3, 2009, Satoshi Nakamoto didn't just mine the first coins; they left a permanent, immutable message to the world: "The Times 03/Jan/2009 Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks." For many, this is the "declaration of war" against banking. But as we stand in 2026, exploring the eCash Renaissance and the potential for banks to become Mints or Guardians, we must ask a difficult question:

"Was Satoshi against the existence of banks, or was he against the systemic failure of banks that required the theft of public funds to survive?"

The Core Problem: The Burden of Trust

In the Bitcoin Whitepaper, Satoshi identifies the "root problem" not as banks themselves, but as the trust required to make them work. He wrote: "The root problem with conventional currency is all the trust that's required to make it work. The central bank must be trusted not to debase the currency, but the history of fiat currencies is full of breaches of that trust."

Satoshi’s stand was not necessarily that "banks are evil," but that "Trusted Third Parties are security holes." The Genesis Block was a critique of a specific system—the fractional reserve cycle that leads to inevitable bailouts.

Would Satoshi Support "Bank-Guardians"?

If we propose a world where banks act as eCash Mints or Guardians, are we undoing Satoshi’s work? Not necessarily.

When Hal Finney—Satoshi’s first peer—envisioned "Bitcoin Banks" in 2010, he saw them as a scaling necessity. He believed that while L1 was the base, people would eventually use digital cash backed by BTC.

The key difference between a 2008 Bank and a 2026 eCash Guardian lies in the Terms of Trust:

No More Bailouts: In an eCash system, a Mint is either solvent or it isn't. You cannot "bail out" a Mint with a printing press.

Audit over Faith: As I’ve discussed before, the new "Basel-like Standards" for Bitcoin allow for cryptographic Proof of Reserves. We no longer have to "believe" a bank has the money; we can verify it.

Privacy as a Right: Unlike legacy banks that act as surveillance arms for the state, eCash Mints use blinded signatures to ensure the bank cannot see your transactions.

The Pragmatic Vision

Satoshi was a pragmatist. He knew that to change the world, the new system had to be better than the old one—not just morally, but technically. By building a system where Mathematics replaces Bailouts, Satoshi gave us a choice.

If a bank chooses to become an eCash Mint or Guardian, they are effectively "surrendering" to the Bitcoin standard. They are trading their ability to create money out of thin air for the ability to manage Digital Capital with integrity.

Verdict: The End of the "Blind Trust" Era

The Genesis Block was the "Birth Certificate" of a new era. It wasn't just an end to the "Chancellor’s bailouts"; it was an end to Blind Trust.

Whether a Guardian is a local community leader or a 100-year-old Swiss bank, the Satoshi Standard remains the same: Don’t Trust, Verify. If the bank can prove its reserves and protect user privacy through eCash, it is no longer the "security hole" Satoshi warned us about—it is an ally in the Hyperbitcoinization of the world.

Do you think Satoshi would be appalled by the idea of banks becoming Mints, or would they see it as the inevitable surrender of the legacy system to the protocol?

#Bitcoin #GenesisBlock #SatoshiNakamoto #eCash #Banking #Hyperbitcoinization #SimonConsulting #SimonAcademy #Privacy #Sovereignty

Walked to the gym to get the blood pumping and just finished a ...

2026-02-24T05:44:18Z

Walked to the gym to get the blood pumping and just finished a solid session. Discipline doesn't take a day off, and neither does the mission to build a better financial future.

I've clocked my steps to get here, and now the gym app is showing the real effort. Every rep is a step closer to a sharper mind—the kind needed to tackle the "Nuts and Bolts" of the L3 revolution. 🧱🍊

It’s a fresh morning here in the Netherlands, and I’m heading back to the office with maximum energy.

Who else is hitting their goals today? Let's stack those sats and those gains! 💪⚡️

#ProofOfWork #Discipline #Netherlands #sMiles #Bitcoin #MorningRoutine #GymLife #SimonAcademy #HealthyMind

Spot on.

2026-02-23T18:09:52Z

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Spot on.

Very curious now

2026-02-23T14:19:39Z

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Very curious now

It's exciting to see the eCash Renaissance moving into the ...

2026-02-23T13:02:37Z

It's exciting to see the eCash Renaissance moving into the application layer! 🥜⚡️

YakiHonne integrating native eCash features is a massive step for the "Social Payment Layer" (L3) I’ve been discussing. Private, instant, and seamless sats for the Nostr ecosystem—this is how we scale to 8 billion.

Great work YakiHonne (npub1yzv…rf8q)!

quoting
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eCash feature ❤️

I’ve been digging back into an interesting project from 2023: ...

2026-02-23T10:25:43Z

I’ve been digging back into an interesting project from 2023: the Catawba Indian Nation in the Carolinas and their bid to create a Bitcoin-friendly "Digital Economic Zone" (CDEZ).

Their goal was ambitious—to build a jurisdiction tailored for FinTech banks, DAOs, and digital assets, effectively creating a "Ditch Delaware" alternative right on sovereign tribal land. Looking at their current site, they are still offering LLC and DAO incorporations with a regulatory framework designed to move at the "speed of innovation".

Question for the #Nostr community: Does anyone have boots-on-the-ground info or recent experience with the CDEZ? Is it gaining traction among Bitcoin companies, or is it still in the "early pioneer" phase?

With the eCash Renaissance and the rise of "Guardians" we’ve been discussing, these kinds of sovereign zones could be the perfect "Nuts and Bolts" infrastructure we need for true hyperbitcoinization. 🧱🍊

#Bitcoin #Nostr #CatawbaDigitalZone #Sovereignty #Jurisdiction #PlebChain #SimonConsulting #FinTech

BBQ is always a perfect way to create a good mindset.

2026-02-23T10:09:57Z

In reply to nevent1q…ynev
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BBQ is always a perfect way to create a good mindset.

Fresh off my morning gym session and fueled by a weekend of ...

2026-02-23T09:41:44Z

Fresh off my morning gym session and fueled by a weekend of inspiration, I’m officially back at the desk. This is where the deep work on the future of Bitcoin compliance takes place. 🏛️🍊

To my fellow Plebs, builders, and professionals in the area: the door is open! If you want to kick off the week by talking Bitcoin, eCash, or the "Nuts and Bolts" of the L3 revolution, come by for a cup of coffee. You can find our exact location on BTCMap.org—and yes, we absolutely accept #Bitcoin here (wink wink). 😉

Let’s build a more sovereign future, one conversation at a time.

#Bitcoin #PlebChain #SimonConsulting #BTCMap #ProofOfWork #Netherlands #StackingSats #CoffeeAndBitcoin

Great insights indeed. Small observation is that lots of these ...

2026-02-23T08:30:15Z

In reply to nevent1q…eqde
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Great insights indeed. Small observation is that lots of these names do not seem to have any Nostr presence. Those that have, like BTC Map (npub1864…t2tq) and Voltage (npub15kl…4m73) , will be more successful in my opinion.

I’ll admit it: I joined Snapchat yesterday. Yes, it’s a ...

2026-02-23T07:09:23Z

I’ll admit it: I joined Snapchat yesterday. Yes, it’s a centralized giant, but when your kids are there and want to show you the "magic" of photo filters, you follow the fun.

It started with a long-running joke in our house. I’m always telling my kids they need to do their chores because "no dwarfs come to clean the house at night while everyone sleeps." Well, being an early bird, I cleaned the house yesterday before anyone was up.

When one of my daughters woke up, I told her the cleaning dwarfs had finally arrived. Her immediate reaction? "Dad, let’s take a picture with the dwarf filter and send it to Mom to prove they exist!" 😂📸

It was a great moment, but it got me thinking: When will we see native filters in Nostr apps? We are building the most advanced social protocol in history, but sometimes we just want to look like cleaning dwarfs to make our families laugh. Does a Nostr client already support this, or are we still waiting for a dev to "Orange Pill" the Snapchat experience? 🍊💊

If you know a client that's leading the way in media fun, tag them below!

Interesting

2026-02-23T06:48:45Z

In reply to nevent1q…0rh9
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Interesting