Niko

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2026-01-19 20:47:57 UTC

Found a public journal at this coffee shop I went to in Nashville. Had to leave a reminder.
https://blossom.primal.net/a76cd60deca8bc3e41c95fdf2ca78e72711485936a8bbe6f1d8ee598e8841d6a.jpg
https://blossom.primal.net/8d11343d3d3cd841a6858dca6dde3e1ae3db752636b40735898102b2cb504d8d.jpg

2026-01-05 03:54:57 UTC

Maybe I’m late to the game and I’ve been walking around with blinders since 2020, but it’s a weird feeling to know almost everything was a lie up until that point starting from a young age. Why did it take me 40+ years to figure this out?
Santa, Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy: Lies
Religions around the world: Lies
Politicians justifying their actions: Lies
COVID: Lies
Financial System and Fiat: Lies
AI Videos and social media: Lies
It’s sad to know the only truth I know right now is how many Bitcoin exist and how many I own.

2025-12-11 19:40:27 UTC

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Inflation Buddy says my Fiat inflation rate is 6% and my BTC inflation rate is -32%. #Winning
This is all I need to show those who I’m trying to orange pill.
#nevent1q…ty5n

2025-12-03 20:43:46 UTC

This was an awesome experience. Paid for coffee today in Bitcoin at my local coffee shop that’s using Square terminal. I sent US Dollars from Strike over the Lightning network. As local merchants pop up on my “pay with bitcoin” CashApp map, I’m buying whatever they’re selling even if I don’t need it just to support them. Nice work @nprofile…86vm @nprofile…2gs7 and the rest of the team. 💪

2025-03-10 14:18:18 UTC

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Just continue weekly DCA on the way down until the refinance games are over I suppose. 🤷‍♂️

2025-02-25 16:17:07 UTC

“Embrace volatility if you want to have life changing gains.” Love it. Well said.
#nevent1q…e8d2

2025-02-21 23:09:38 UTC

My bags are packed and ready to go. @nprofile…a4dr - Are you seeing what I’m seeing?
https://m.primal.net/PGCp.jpg

2025-02-07 22:10:06 UTC

Can anyone recommend a utility to wipe a laptop with an SSD? In the past I’ve used DBAN, however the individual use doesn’t work on SSD. It looks like they link you over to Blancco for enterprise use when you need SSD. Anyone have recommendations? Thanks!

2024-10-10 19:09:11 UTC

BitKey’s social recovery feature offers a nice solution for backing up your private keys in a Multisig wallet.
If you’re not a Bitkey customer, you could recreate a similar setup using something like PGP. Simply encrypt the private keys locally using a friend’s public key, and upload it to your preferred cloud storage. That way, if you ever lose access to your private keys locally (Think natural disaster) you could decrypt the version you stored in the cloud using their private keys.
I’d also recommend not having all your private keys encrypted by the same trusted contact. Has anyone tried this?
https://bitkey.build/content/files/2023/11/Bitkey-Recovery-Features.pdf

2024-10-03 12:35:19 UTC

I asked ChatGPT to estimate the size of the Bitcoin network to AWS’ global computational power. Wow
“The Bitcoin network is roughly 65,300 times more computationally powerful than AWS, if we compare Bitcoin’s hash rate to AWS’s general-purpose computational capacity

2024-09-26 23:24:29 UTC

I need your help Bitcoin family!
I’m trying to get my HOA to adopt Bitcoin as part of our reserve fund. I need to write a brief letter introducing the idea without overwhelming the group, peaking their interest to learn more.
Please help me tweak the message below.
Dear HOA Board Members,
Thank you for your time and dedication to maintaining our community. It’s in all of our best interests to ensure that our neighborhood remains financially healthy, allowing us to manage necessary maintenance while keeping HOA fees manageable for all homeowners.
Our current financial situation, with depleted reserve funds due to historical spending, deferred maintenance, and rising operating costs, is concerning. To ensure we build a stronger financial foundation and avoid depleting reserves so quickly in the future, I would like to present an alternative solution: allocating a portion of our reserve funds to Bitcoin. While this may sound unconventional, I ask that you approach the idea with an open mind.
The Problem
Like many communities, businesses, and individuals, we face a common financial challenge: how do we preserve our purchasing power in a world where inflation and rising costs erode the value of our reserves? Traditional currencies, such as the US dollar, lose purchasing power over time due to inflation and government policies that increase the money supply at a rate of at least 7% per year. By the time we need to access these reserve funds for large expenses in 5 years, the reserve fund would have lost over 30% of its purchasing power when held in fiat currency.
Since 1971, when the US went off the gold standard, the dollar has been backed by the government’s promise rather than a tangible asset. As a result, the dollar’s supply has expanded significantly, leading to inflation, which affects our community’s ability to cover costs effectively.
The Case for Bitcoin
Bitcoin offers an alternative that has proven to be a valuable store of value for individuals, companies, and even governments. Unlike the US dollar or other fiat currencies, Bitcoin has a fixed supply of 21 million Bitcoin, meaning its value cannot be inflated by central banks or governments. This makes it an attractive option for preserving long-term purchasing power.
While Bitcoin can be volatile in the short term, its long-term appreciation and decentralized nature have made it a trusted asset for many. Its resilience is demonstrated by the growing number of institutions and corporate treasuries adopting Bitcoin as part of their reserve strategy including Tesla ($TSLA), Microstrategy ($MSTR), Mass Mutual Insurance, Semler Scientific ($SMLR), and Square ($SQ) as well as countries like El Salvador to name a few.
My Proposal
I propose that the board consider allocating at least 10% of our reserve funds to Bitcoin. Additionally, we should contribute 10% of annual HOA dues to gradually increase our Bitcoin reserves, helping to secure the financial future of our community.
To further demonstrate my commitment to this initiative, I am willing to pay five years of my HOA dues upfront, with the understanding that the entire amount will be used to purchase Bitcoin for our reserve.
Learning More
I understand this may be a new and unfamiliar concept for many of you. I encourage the board to research Bitcoin further, starting with the resources below:
- *The Bitcoin Standard* by Saifedean Ammous
- *The Price of Tomorrow* by Jeff Booth
- Ross Stevens and Michael Saylor's "Bitcoin for Corporations" presentation
I’m more than happy to answer any questions or discuss this idea in more detail. This is an opportunity for our community to consider a modern approach to protecting our financial future.
Thank you for your time and consideration.

2024-09-18 01:52:42 UTC

This guy has one of the best Trump impressions out there.
https://m.primal.net/KtRi.mov

2024-09-16 00:15:48 UTC

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If I knew how much time I had left, not sure I would change too much.
We all were diagnosed with a terminal illness the minute we were born. Some realize that earlier than others and live their lives accordingly.

2024-09-15 16:39:58 UTC

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Thanks! I’ll check it out!
I’ve been buying grass-fed meats forever. I was always wondering if I was overpaying for not much benefit. I’ll give your video a watch.

2024-09-15 11:42:26 UTC

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Thanks for the response, Liam! That makes sense! I’m exploring being a lender using this strategy for both property and business loans. I like the idea of a shared custody model as well requiring a share of the increased value in fiat for the BTC. Still exploring…

2024-09-15 03:00:36 UTC

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In your opinion, is it worth it to spend extra for grass-fed, or prime beef over the standard option at the grocery store, or are the standards so low to qualify for “grass-fed” or organic label that it really doesn’t matter?

2024-09-14 14:46:02 UTC

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Question @npub1v5k…8rd9 - When you hypothetically lend say $100k to a business / developer and require 10% be allocated to Bitcoin for default protection, who gets the Bitcoin (at the appreciated value) at the end of the term loan assuming there’s no default? The lender, or the borrower? I could see a situation where the Bitcoin is almost 30-50% of the value of the loan in a few years. Appreciate your insights here.

2024-09-12 15:47:22 UTC

Focus your energy. If you’re building a business, just focus on building the business if you want it to be great.
I’ve seen too many entrepreneurs think they can do side gigs at the same time and rarely ends well.

2024-09-12 02:57:11 UTC

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I forgot about #multiverse
Quantum Physics is fascinating.

2024-09-12 02:49:59 UTC

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#Bitcoin
#Philosophy
#travel
#IT
#Business
#Spirituality

2024-09-12 00:18:54 UTC

Holy shit. What @npub1v5k…8rd9 says starting at 29:00 regarding lending businesses fiat but requiring a portion of it to be in Bitcoin as default protection is brilliant. Give it a listen!
https://youtu.be/NAmuZLQgvhE?si=ZXISbTUyXZ42E6lV

2024-09-11 23:30:55 UTC

I’ve got 2 hours to kill. Anyone have any must see podcasts that I should watch in our space? Looking for some new perspectives as I’ve watched almost every Saylor video imaginable at this point.

2024-09-11 22:23:01 UTC

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I enjoy the ritual of making and drinking coffee too much to give it up. I don’t drink alcohol or do any recreational drugs either, so it’s my only vice!

2024-09-11 18:56:50 UTC

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I wish caffeine affected me that way. I could drink a quad espresso right before bed and fall right asleep.

2024-09-11 17:41:46 UTC

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That’s what passion and purpose looks like. Can’t wait to find my way to contribute to Bitcoin / NOSTR space in the near future. What’s the most important thing we can do to help accelerate adoption in your opinion?

2024-09-11 16:22:23 UTC

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Dammit Ben! I was just about to take an afternoon nap! Now I feel lazy, but will do some pushups first!

2024-09-10 20:49:01 UTC

It’s crazy to think that in 20 years, you would need 100% of the world’s largest computer network working for 10 minutes straight to compete for the next block reward worth .097 Bitcoin. You could buy that same amount of Bitcoin today for about $5,500. By then, that amount will probably be worth $480k+.

2024-09-07 20:01:28 UTC

I bought two trophy properties in Cyberspace located on the corner of Block 860347 and 860346. 8 billion people will be moving in over the next 10 years so this location will be highly desirable. There’s still space available for anyone looking…
#Bitcoin

2024-09-07 00:31:08 UTC

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Worked no problem with Nunchuck. If anyone knows of any compatibility issues with BW, would love to know!

2024-09-06 23:37:30 UTC

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Also received “This is not a co-signer for p2wsh format. I also tried changing BlueWallet to “Best Compatibility” during vault creation, no luck.

2024-09-06 22:32:44 UTC

Has anyone been able to setup a new ColdCard Q Multisig with BlueWallet? Receiving an “invalid co-signer data” when trying to import using QR code or SD from Q.
@npub1rxy…hnp8 @npub1az9…m8y8

2024-09-06 17:35:06 UTC

People say Bitcoin is too confusing for people to understand so they won’t invest in it.
Well… Here is a packet a wealth management firm sent me to read on investments they are recommending such as private equity, private credit, real estate fund, and hedge funds all with huge fees. The stack is over 6” tall in small 9 point font or less.
How many people blindly put millions into these funds having no idea what they are investing in? Just wait until they find out how easy it is to understand Bitcoin.
https://m.primal.net/KhBN.jpg

2024-09-03 21:46:31 UTC

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It’s still seen as “magic internet money” that you can’t see or touch with massive volatility to the majority of people unfortunately. Real Estate is still the best way to store wealth in their opinions because it’s tangible and has utility value while also throwing off cash. Some are starting think deeply about what it is they are after when buying these rental properties, and realize that Bitcoin is a better option. Explaining the dematerialization of things like Blockbuster, music CDs, Gold, Books, and now property seems to resonate with a few. Slow process, but we’re getting there.

2024-09-03 21:41:00 UTC

I need your help, Bitcoiners!
I’m the co-chair for an upcoming charity golf tournament. It’s our only fundraiser all year to benefit the youth ministry for our Orthodox Church.
As a co-chair, I’m trying to get the committee to consider adding Bitcoin to their treasury to help make sure this ministry has the funds to live on past my lifetime. Having strong support from the Bitcoin community would be a huge help in making my case!
If you’d like to show your support, you can sponsor our golf tournament several ways.
1.) Promote your individual brand or business by advertising in our promotional ad book. We have quarter/half and full page options available. (Click on promotional ad book on the main site)
2.) Be a tournament sponsor and showcase your brand on a sponsored hole with a sign.
3.) Simply make a donation.
I will zap anyone who makes a donation and helps out as a small thank you! If you can’t donate but would still like to support this, please repost to spread the word.
Thank you!
https://www.mbcgolf.org

2024-09-03 20:58:06 UTC

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A friend of mine who is looking to buy several rental properties with cash he has sitting idle told me the other day when I suggested he buy some Bitcoin, “You can’t live in a Bitcoin”
🤷‍♂️

2024-09-02 22:51:34 UTC

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Just hit my inbox too.

2024-09-02 22:29:08 UTC

🚨🚨🚨🚨Beware of a scam email pretending to be @npub1tft…xar5 Bitcoin informing you about a data breach that compromised their multi-sig wallets. The email asks you to import a passphrase that they provided into Trust Wallet, and to transfer all your funds to that wallet within 1 week.

2024-09-02 12:46:51 UTC

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Why place your hard-earned capital in any other asset at this point?
You don’t need 10 rental properties.
You don’t need a basket of hundreds of public companies you’ve never heard of.
You don’t need private credit and private equity with crazy fees.
Just save in Bitcoin.

2024-08-27 16:15:26 UTC

Have any of the exchanges been able to set up a relationship with another bank other than CRB for on/off ramps yet?

2024-08-26 22:45:21 UTC

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Thanks for sharing! I’ll also check this one out!

2024-08-26 22:19:24 UTC

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@npub1a2c…w83a - I think I saw that you read this a couple years ago. Any feedback? 🙏

2024-08-26 22:18:52 UTC

I’m interested in reading the Bhagavad Gita. Apparently there are a bunch of different books when searching for this. The one below appears to have the most reviews.
Has anyone read the Gita, and if so can you share the link to the one you read?
https://a.co/d/hs9K1zO

2024-08-22 02:50:56 UTC

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Human nature for some reason. People always stop to see the car wreck on the side of the highway.
My YouTube page is full of doomsday headlines from Real Estate crashes, stock market crashes to boat price crashes. It’s exhausting.
As Saylor once said, Bitcoin will have ripped to $1m/Bitcoin in a decade and there will be some talking head on the news talking about how it crashed to $900k and how we could eventually see $800k.

2024-08-20 11:36:04 UTC

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While that may be true, I bet if we asked the average person to solve a complex math problem without a calculator, most would have a hard time solving that by hand. They end up depending on the calculator and assume that it gives them the right answer. I’m wondering if we eventually do the same when we ask AGI questions?
It’s like speaking a 2nd language. “If you don’t use it you lose it”

2024-08-20 11:18:03 UTC

If we get to a point where humans depend on AI for everything, following every piece of advice it provides because “it knows best”, causing us to eventually lose our own intelligence, who’s the actual robot in this situation?

2024-08-20 11:10:04 UTC

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And preferably not SMS for multifactor!

2024-08-14 20:38:37 UTC

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Thanks! I’m leaning toward 1 as well but I’m torn!!

2024-08-14 12:31:30 UTC

Trying to name a new boat and incorporate my background in IT and Bitcoin. Feedback on these 4 names? Other suggestions welcome in comments!
1.) Pier-To-Pier
2.) Error 404
3.) Work Bytes
4.) Port not found

2024-05-28 19:13:26 UTC

@npub1sg6…f63m Is there a way to let my teen buy more than $400/mo in the CashApp?

2024-04-06 03:26:21 UTC

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1.) It made me have to take several shits a day.
2.) After a while, my body needed it and became an addiction.
3.) Buying coffee was expensive (I could make it at home but going out and buying coffee was more of a thing to do)

2024-02-28 22:59:31 UTC

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https://m.primal.net/HgCK.jpg

2024-02-28 14:17:28 UTC

Don’t forget, stay humble and stack sats.
https://m.primal.net/Hftd.jpg

2024-02-08 18:55:46 UTC

Has anyone watched or read "The Great Taking" yet by David Rogers Webb? He outlines a terrifying scenario where everyone's assets (stocks/bonds/cash) held at the banks will essentially be taken during this next crisis. What are the chances the governments allow this scenario to play out vs another Fed bailout? Fear porn or possible?
YouTube Documentary: https://youtu.be/dk3AVceraTI?si=alXUhm4No-6yzSvk
E-Book: https://www.thegreattaking.com

2024-01-11 01:34:17 UTC

I feel like Paul Revere calling all my normie friends letting them know the institutions are coming because the Bitcoin ETF has been approved. https://image.nostr.build/e4fe3387253c7a7171a68a11e230b3fc5fa8817e29b986e51ac446bbfc10f3a9.jpg

2024-01-10 04:03:30 UTC

Your private key can still be compromised on NOSTR if not secured properly.
I wonder if there could be something like Multisig for decentralized social media accounts. 2 of 3 required to post and sign, only 1 needed to login. #note1685…aml4

2024-01-10 03:52:57 UTC

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Not your keys, not your post.

2024-01-06 16:02:42 UTC

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I still have my kid go door-to-door asking neighbors to mow their lawn and shovel snow to earn money for things they want to buy. My kids will probably not have to work a day in their life when they get older, but I’m making sure they know what it means to work hard now (2 kids under 14). All about how you raise them.

2024-01-06 13:32:45 UTC

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When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.

2023-12-25 02:50:43 UTC

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The number of people who are in the “I have nothing to hide” camp is frightening. They won’t care about any privacy issues like this unfortunately.

2023-12-25 02:42:52 UTC

What are people using to keep your data and communications private. Here are some suggestions.
1.) Cloud storage: encrypt any data stored on the cloud with PGP. Anyone using NextCloud with E2EE?
2.) Email: Move away from public services like GMail to something like Proton. Encrypt using PGP when possible.
3.) Mobile phones: Enable Apple Advanced Data Protection for E2EE at a minimum. This is not enabled by default. https://support.apple.com/en-us/102651
4.) Money: Encrypt your money using Bitcoin
5.) Messaging: If using Apple Advanced Data Protection, iMessage could be ok. Otherwise, using SimpleX or Signal for messaging.
6.) Web Browsing: Route all traffic over a VPN tunnel. Nord or Proton could be useful here. Combine this with using TOR when possible.
7.) Laptop: Encrypt your entire hard drive using something like FireVault on MacBooks.
None of these are perfect, but they should help keep ISPs, Cloud Providers or Cell Providers from watching your data.
Am I missing any? #note1q07…307y

2023-12-25 02:30:18 UTC

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Encrypt your data.
Encrypt your communications.
Encrypt your money.

2023-12-24 22:04:11 UTC

Are there any cool Bitcoin projects folks are working on that need funding? Where is the best place to find and connect with these people?

2023-12-22 19:35:30 UTC

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I hear ya, @npub1gsc…tpjp Feels like doom and gloom are the only posts that get engagement these days. I’d rather touch grass but I keep coming back for the occasional hit of dopamine. 🤷‍♂️

2023-12-22 02:37:15 UTC

Has anyone checked their local brokerage firm using the FINRA website?
https://brokercheck.finra.org/
Specifically check out the disclosures. Some firms have over 2,000 pages of allegations and fines from the regulators. Absolute insanity and terrifying at the same time. 👀

2023-12-21 21:29:23 UTC

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Pick up a Passport and put all 3 in a 3 of 5 Multisig. Best of both worlds. 💪

2023-12-21 21:26:43 UTC

Travel more.. Worry Less. https://image.nostr.build/ff735ccc353a01c0cd076b0c8de0cb24bd95906a5be9495e5eaa2748f362eae2.jpg

2023-12-21 19:36:56 UTC

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I have one and have recommended to several friends who have also purchased. I don’t use the Envoy app personally though. Same platform as ColdCard with better UI / QR code ability making it more user friendly.

2023-12-21 18:53:59 UTC

Does anyone use proton mail? Is it worth a switch from GMail? I like how all emails are encrypted as soon as they are received with your public key; however, they are still accessible before they hit your inbox by Proton so there is still some level of trust there unless you use end-to-end encryption which doesn’t seem feasible for every single message you send. Thoughts?

2023-12-15 18:16:15 UTC

Your money in the bank isn’t your money. I always knew this, but today I really experienced this. I went to the local branch for my bank in person to make 3 wire payments for a large amount. I provided my ID, and authenticated into the account with a text to my phone. After asking me where the money came from, what it was for and where it was going, the bank refused to send my wires, even though one of the transfers was to an account in my name at another bank! The reason was simply “Because I don’t know you and it’s a large wire transfer”.
Do I need to take the branch manager out to dinner to get to know them before I’m allowed to move my own money? If you verify my ID, see me in person, and authenticate to my device, what else do you need!!
It’s always all in the name of safety and security though.

2023-12-15 01:56:30 UTC

Something about logging my deep thoughts using Apple’s new Journal feature just doesn’t seem right. It’s the one part of someone’s life that shouldn’t be shared online! I’ll stick to paper and pen for now. Anyone else trying this?

2023-12-14 22:34:34 UTC

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There’s a “break glass” feature allowing you to move to another wallet, but I’m not sure if you can access the keys directly.
https://bitkey.build/content/files/2023/11/Bitkey-Recovery-Features.pdf

2023-10-15 13:47:32 UTC

My Umbrel node stopped syncing 5 days ago. I notice that “connections” shows 0 peers. I also notice some weird things like not being able to login to Tailscale from the Umbrel node. Clicking on the links doesn’t do anything.
I checked the community forum and seems like others have reporting something similar but no responses. Anyone see this before?

2023-06-27 00:40:49 UTC

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Nord support got back to me and told me their Onion over VPN services have been faulty. Sounds like this might be a known issue and there is currently no ETA for a fix. If anyone has another Onion over VPN service for mobile devices they use, please let me know!

2023-06-26 14:02:54 UTC

Has anyone been able to successfully use NordVPN’s “Onion over VPN” specialty servers? I get stuck at “assigning IP address” for some servers. The ones that do eventually connect don’t allow me to access any .onion sites.

2023-06-25 13:24:42 UTC

The ability to host your own SimpleX SMP server might be coming to Umbrel soon! https://nostr.build/i/ca4c988ca70c627be3488f6c7c06bc7ab0b1d58a754903c1c1df3f25bddc9e97.jpg

2023-06-21 02:44:50 UTC

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It’s not where he keeps his longterm savings stack. It’s more for quick transactions. All his savings gets swept into cold storage that’s in self custody. 💪 (part of his learning process)

2023-06-21 02:15:45 UTC

I set my 13-year old up with a Bitcoin wallet a couple days ago so he can save half the money he receives from umpiring baseball games in Bitcoin! Needless to say, he’s excited to see that his money earned money while he was sleeping and is slowly starting to get it.
If you wanted to share a little sat love with him, here’s his wallet!
lnbc1pjfy4pmpp50c8qvssjq596fcw7qfedtcw5putnzfhe9wqu8adeywxdgcnjqy9sdqu2askcmr9wssx7e3q2dshgmmndp5scqzzsxqyz5vqsp5fs5k8tgyzl9vtpwk43wwgwq22jhwfzxcf8pe6xynmdfhmdhk6q2s9qyyssqqsss42ttwzuy0ww52s822ysqqj2wnk4jhm9nhyalefm5v3ywzr64l85v7pegng63achl0lg7vt0aknezqw53zuh2hxqmpvafj0k5efqqug9rzt https://nostr.build/i/92f26da0c4891bad3c7afb45be9a920218e79339bbd569a9a133542d8c11b411.jpg

2023-06-20 15:42:18 UTC

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My total caloric intake consists of about 40-50% from protein which is about 180-190grams. I also only have a 6-8 hour feeding window. Only 30 of those grams come from a protein shake. Lunch has about 60 grams of protein and dinner has about 85.
If I’m crunched for time and can’t make a good meal, I’ll have 2 x 30 gram shakes. I feel it’s always best to get protein from natural, nutrient dense foods as often as I can.

2023-06-20 01:38:54 UTC

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I was trying to install this on my Mac today for a test transcription project. Apparently it’s not supported on my old system! An excuse to upgrade? I think so.

2023-06-20 01:37:38 UTC

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Thanks! I ended up using qrcode within Python. Worked perfectly.
https://pypi.org/project/qrcode/

2023-06-19 18:15:20 UTC

Can anyone recommend open source software to create a QR code locally without having to share that data with an external service?

2023-06-03 13:48:37 UTC

💡🔗 In Plato's cave, people perceive shadows as reality, until they step into the sunlight and discover the truth.
Similarly, #Bitcoin shines a light on the flaws of traditional finance, revealing the potential for a more transparent and equitable system.
Just as stepping out of the cave brings enlightenment, embracing Bitcoin brings financial freedom, decentralization, and a chance to redefine the rules of the game.

2023-06-01 12:30:25 UTC

The food we are told to eat as Americans is poison for our bodies. The numbers of changing that tell the full story.
After #[1] inspired me to get my shit together and get healthier on April 7th 2023, I started the following:
1.) Adopted a paleo/carnivore-style diet (50% Protein, 45% fat, 5% carbs as a % of total calories) Mainly red meat, chicken, pork, and fish.
2.) Total body weight lifting routine every single day (Upper/lower split every other day) for 30-60 min tops. 2 x 20 min walks a day. Averaging about 7k steps a day, trying to get this to 10k).
3.) Started intermittent fasting. Last meal of the day 5pm. First meal of the day 11am-12pm. Always started my workout after fasting 16 hours min. Trying to remain in Ketosis and resting periodically with PerfectKeto strips.
Results:
1.) Weight down 15+lbs from 187 to 171 in less than 2 months.
2.) Dropped over 5% body fat.
3.) Resting heart rate consistently below 60. (mid 50s now from high 60s)
4.) ALT levels dropped by over 15%.
Take the time to care for yourself. It can be easy to get caught up with work and think you have no time.
Like #[2] said, “you can change it if you want to”. No amount of money in the world is worth more than your health. What do you want more? https://nostr.build/i/5935248e108cb615e45d583bc189e31ff9f316102c71d403ffca69b085d405f3.jpg

2023-05-15 15:51:34 UTC

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Thanks for the feedback. Promises for delivery, payment, or something else?

2023-05-15 15:50:25 UTC

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Extremely difficult to put on muscle quickly but extremely easy to lose muscle quickly if you stop for a brief period of time!

2023-05-15 15:45:46 UTC

Hey #[1] - Are you still mining with compass by chance?
If not, does anyone have any recommendations for a good place to get started? Has anyone down the calculation to determine what cost for the miner and hosting does it make or not make sense to mine? Thanks! https://nostr.build/i/389632587732e658bf798930ad6ac07297d2a70d3f6b0b5654ef4a29f9c1004d.jpg

2023-05-02 20:51:53 UTC

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Good stuff! I’d love to try a Passport device.

2023-04-30 23:21:38 UTC

If you had to show 1 video on YouTube to someone explaining what Bitcoin is and why it’s important, which video would you send and what specifically stood out to you about that? Let me know!

2023-04-27 00:50:54 UTC

Be your own bank…
Be your own doctor…
Be your own security…
Be your own author… If you don’t like the book you’re reading, turn the page.

2023-04-26 17:08:58 UTC

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Almost forgot! The icing on the cake is connecting this setup to your own Bitcoin node on Umbrel, and verifying transactions using Mempool.

2023-04-26 16:39:17 UTC

BlueWallet and ColdCard seem to go together like Peanut butter and jelly, Kool-Aid and water, or even Ham and Cheese. It’s super simple to manage Multisig from your mobile device while having the security of cold storage. Has anyone else put together a better setup than these two tools, especially for a Multisig for a family-office or small business? Let me know!

2023-04-26 11:04:27 UTC

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Check out NetHopper.IO if you’re using K8. It’s a platform built on top of open source tools like ArgoCD, Skupper, HELM, & Prometheus giving you the ability to deploy K8 across any private/public cloud with a single dashboard.

2023-04-25 13:28:26 UTC

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“The Power of Now” might be one to add to the list. Might have to read it a couple times.

2023-04-20 14:21:51 UTC

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I don’t even know where the light switches are in my house anymore since I always ask Alexa to turn them off and on. Now that I think of it, maybe Alexa had them removed from the walls? 🤷‍♂️

2023-04-18 18:04:28 UTC

Going back in time with my next 2 reads for April/May. Anyone read this before?
https://nostr.build/i/nostr.build_56a9a29fab2052df697b9302dbaf076f2c6d64cdefb1acb9161515f1f77f351e.jpeg

2023-04-16 12:04:55 UTC

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Αληθώς Ανέστη!

2023-04-15 18:43:50 UTC

Can anyone help put me in touch with someone from Boston Bruins Foundation to process a payment for a happy birthday message to my son on the video scoreboard for this Monday’s game? I submitted the form but need to pay via CC before Monday! Thanks!

2023-04-13 18:44:59 UTC

Time is the great equalizer and it is all we really have.

2023-04-13 17:32:50 UTC

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I’ve hired professional videographers in the past to create client testimonials for my last business. The cost varied between $2,500-$5k/interview. It could prob be done with a lot less from someone who is just getting started. I would think a short documentary could get the message across with 10-15 interviews (a few who are homeless, a few real estate investors, 1 macro pro, an organization that helps homeless people (I’m thinking someone like CodeOfVets.com) and obviously some Bitcoin names.
Ideally someone who is charismatic, well-spoken and educated in the space like #[3] or #[4] would be the main interviewer.
I’d pony up a good amount of sats for this project to raise awareness if there is community interest.

2023-04-13 15:06:07 UTC

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Wow. What a great take and I completely agree. I was literally just driving my wife to her doctor appointment in downtown Boston and there are homeless people all around the surrounding area. I was thinking to myself how we got here, and how broken the money system is. I was even thinking of paying a team to create a documentary on this exact issue to raise awareness.