DSmith

Bitcoin + Open Source Software + Privacy = Freedom. Stay humble and stack sats🤙

Public Key

npub1h8qfj4q6sm9ysesjjlqcgrw37v8eu0478qkp3xfguvp9eq2axqksmqmwl4

NIP-05 Address

dsmith@vlt.ge

NIP-57 Address

smith@primal.net

Profile Code

nprofile1qqstnsye2sdgdjjgvcff0svyphglxru786lrstqcny5wxqjus9wnqtgpz3mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujuerpd46hxtnfduqs6amnwvaz7tmwdaejumr0dsffzk3n

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relay.damus.io

nos.lol

Author Public Key

npub1h8qfj4q6sm9ysesjjlqcgrw37v8eu0478qkp3xfguvp9eq2axqksmqmwl4

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Last Notes

2024-08-21 16:56:46

Can't wait to get mine
#note1guc…yrfa

2024-08-10 19:41:08

Police use of face recognition technology (FRT) poses a particularly massive risk to our civil liberties, particularly for Black men and women and other marginalized communities
Government use of FRT needs to be banned or it will be abused
https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2024/08/why-weak-guardrails-police-face-recognition-use-may-actually-make-things-worse

2024-08-10 14:55:55

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I have not. What would you recommend?

2024-08-09 07:13:39

Move to Nostr people
https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/07/reddit-paywalled-subreddits/

2024-08-08 20:47:24

Up until November 2021 Meta was scanning the face of every person in photos posted on the platform.
Glad to see Texas is fighting back and stopping companies from capturing biometric identifiers for a commercial purpose
https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2024/07/texas-wins-14-billion-biometric-settlement-against-meta-it-would-have-happened

2024-05-11 12:14:00

Great episode @npub1h8n…rpev & @npub1wnl…n3wr.
Guy and Mechanic talk about the current state of Bitcoin, pure signal!
https://fountain.fm/episode/lgzLn14ZspAyW1Lbq0ZK

2024-04-28 15:13:13

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Is there a recommended wallet to receive the stable coins?

2024-04-25 14:09:59

When Central Banks and Governments print money it causes #inflation. Inflation destroys the money. #Bitcoin fixes this!
#note1gkp…e47d

2024-04-10 10:14:56

A single custodian now controls the coinbase addresses of at least 9 pools, representing 47% of total hashrate.
It's time to consider a different type of mining pool like Ocean.xyz
Ocean is a non-custodial #bitcoin mining pool. It was relaunched recently by @npub1lh2…a9nk @npub1wnl…n3wr with support from @npub1sg6…f63m
https://twitter.com/mononautical/status/1777686545715089605

2024-04-08 12:49:18

Scary and so wrong!
https://www.972mag.com/lavender-ai-israeli-army-gaza/

2024-04-06 19:53:43

We're getting to the 'and then they fight you' stage. It's going to get messy, but we're going to win!
#note15ea…jukz

2024-04-02 18:55:24

#Bitcoin #Mining is not decentralised, the hashing is but only about 12 main mining pools construct the block templates and decide what transactions go in the blocks. That is way too much power in too few hands!
Listen to @npub1wnl…n3wr explain the problems and solution to @npub1r8l…x5dk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uql43yYa4Bs

2024-04-01 13:24:08

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Well done for speaking out about this. After listening to you on @npub14mc…frlx & @npub1s5y…6q7z podcast I think you are 100% right, we must fight this SPAM. I'm pointing my miners to Ocean today

2024-04-01 11:41:26

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXccoOlmtMY

2024-04-01 11:40:58

Check out @preston podcast where @GrassFedBitcoin explains how bad it is for Bitcoin to have only 12 main mining pools deciding what transactions go into blocks and how important new mining pools like Ocean are for keeping Bitcoin decentralised and censorship resistant. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXccoOlmtMY

2024-04-01 11:40:10

Check out @npub1s5y…6q7z podcast where @npub1wnl…n3wr explains how bad it is for Bitcoin to have only 12 main mining pools deciding what transactions go into blocks and how important new mining pools like Ocean are for keeping Bitcoin decentralised and censorship resistant

2024-03-26 20:58:54

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Gets about 450GH

2024-03-26 20:25:42

Bixaxe - The small bitcoin miner for home that is decentralising the mining industry
I got mine setup and I love it!
https://www.thesolomining.co/post/the-rise-of-bitaxe-how-this-platform-is-revolutionizing-global-mining-decentralization
https://youtu.be/f2CNs3iYBb0?si=0R9wuyI5KZJ4OvpY

2024-03-18 21:44:43

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Robosats is pretty good, I've used it many times

2024-03-18 18:38:43

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Yes, but protecting the Proton account with a Yubikey or similar would be better.

2024-03-18 07:51:22

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Nostr only

2024-03-17 18:47:29

Starshield will enable the US government to spy on anyone on earth!
#note1p9q…wgd7

2024-03-13 08:20:55

Bitcoin Jungle in Costa Rica, nice!
#note1xv6…e6n4

2024-03-12 19:28:27

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WTF!

2024-03-12 15:56:05

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Well said!

2024-03-12 09:57:35

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Looks really good in dark mode!

2024-03-12 09:55:36

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A bit of a long shot but would there be any way to link this to a custom domain?

2024-03-11 21:32:17

#naddr1qq…luvk

2024-03-10 13:16:55

#naddr1qq…e93k

2024-03-09 23:32:32

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Bitcoin changes your mindset

2024-03-09 22:20:50

Dear Crypto and Fiat Bros.
This reminded me of a great post by @npub1der…xzpc
https://dergigi.com/2022/11/19/dear-crypto-fiat-bros/
#note1he5…f0tj

2024-03-09 16:06:26

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https://habla.news/u/dsmith@vlt.ge/1709995342860

2024-03-09 16:03:14

Part 2 of a 5 part series for beginners about the importance of online privacy
#naddr1qq…ryjn

2024-03-09 15:33:51

@npub107j…ncxg how to I get a static page on hable.news? like habla.news/smith

2024-03-09 15:21:20

Here is Part 1 of a 5 part series for beginners about the importance of online privacy.
Different link this time
https://habla.news/u/dsmith@vlt.ge/1709986892458

2024-02-27 18:25:54

The Ethiopian Government to start bitcoin mining. The West is being left behind!
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ethiopia-to-set-up-250m-bitcoin-mining-operations/

2024-02-27 18:21:07

Phoenix just gets better and better. It's a great non-custodial lightning wallet.

2024-02-27 16:51:12

There are so many things wrong with this case!
https://rumble.com/v4fxkgf-assange-case-explained.html

2024-02-25 14:31:19

unleashed.chat is an AI that's private and not censored
Lets fucking go!
#note18t2…kvsf

2024-02-24 10:51:28

Seemingly the US uses more electricity for air-conditioning than the whole of Africa uses for everything

2024-02-23 12:55:45

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Ya, not released yet but it's coming!

2024-02-20 21:19:25

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On?

2024-02-20 21:17:10

Signal will finally enable you to use usernames instead of mobile numbers. This will make it the perfect private messaging app
https://signal.org/blog/phone-number-privacy-usernames/

2024-02-20 21:02:46

Another example of Bitcoin helping, not harming, the environment
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/marathon-digital-holdings-launches-pilot-landfill-methane-powered-bitcoin-mining-project

2024-02-08 11:28:39

So true and we need to be reminded of this
#note1mxr…tmmc

2024-02-03 11:33:16

We urgently need Bitcoin to take the power away from the idiots in charge!
#note12lu…yyrp

2024-01-15 08:19:20

Without privacy you can't be free
#note1z6c…f74g

2024-01-13 19:48:30

So true
#note1g8q…xdzf

2024-01-10 22:09:37

https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/sec-approves-bitcoin-spot-etf/

2024-01-02 12:39:00

This is the way
#note1sgh…kr95

2024-01-02 10:11:50

What Gridless are doing with bitcoin mining in Africa is amazing! Bringing power to rural communities is transforming these communities
https://youtu.be/1v7Q6SD3wjc?si=XVMnzxEyn5TptWZE
https://gridlesscompute.com/

2024-01-02 07:51:25

Researchers on Wednesday presented intriguing new findings surrounding an attack that over four years backdoored dozens if not thousands of iPhones
https://securelist.com/operation-triangulation-the-last-hardware-mystery/111669

2023-09-23 08:41:03

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I've heard good things about Bitwage
https://www.bitwage.com/

2023-09-23 08:03:11

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For a non custodial lightning wallet where you control your own keys, I would recommend Phoenix Wallet

2023-09-18 12:46:42

What powered the world in 2022? It wasn't Wind & Solar!
https://www.visualcapitalist.com/electricity-sources-by-fuel-in-2022/

2023-09-18 12:44:33

I wonder who is benefiting from the war in Ukraine?
https://inews.co.uk/news/world/inside-arms-deals-worth-billions-ukraine-war-2620665

2023-09-14 13:03:31

Another great video from @npub1lel…kvyz
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSIJfeP4EDU

2023-09-10 15:22:53

Protect your identity and move aware from Google services! Good article from Proton
https://proton.me/blog/email-is-your-digital-id

2023-09-10 13:53:17

Now that is worrying. Just self custody!
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ripple-acquires-fortress-trust/

2023-09-10 13:49:22

With its energy surplus and desire to diversify and modernize its economy, Oman is now moving heavily into bitcoin mining
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-mining-around-the-world-oman/

2023-09-01 06:54:18

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Wish these cards worked in the UK

2023-08-24 21:00:39

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Silent.link is also a good option for esims with and without a phone number. For security privacy they only allow inbound calls

2023-08-24 20:35:41

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The esims you download from bitrefill don't have a phone number, just data. But still a good option if you just need data. Or you could get a pay as you go physical sim and top up with bitrefill

2023-08-24 08:01:56

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Welcome to Nostr

2023-08-23 09:56:32

Great video @npub1lel…kvyz
https://youtu.be/d5AvBsxRMYk

2023-08-15 20:23:07

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Great result

2023-08-13 16:16:05

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It’s a company formed and managed in the US. But it can be run from anywhere

2023-08-11 16:58:01

#note15cw…3xxv
We will win!

2023-08-11 13:08:50

#note1fe8…k95e
The Damus reviewer must be on holiday!

2023-08-09 16:14:57

Weaponizing the Dollar like this had how it was used in Russia as made many countries realize how vulnerable they are and are now looking for alternatives.
Bitcoin may not be their first choice but whatever they do will also fail and then they will look at #Bitcoin
#note1qxq…hwg6

2023-08-06 13:03:06

Such an important fact that most don't realize
#note13mx…tw2q

2023-08-04 08:14:44

We must Resist CBDC's
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4CT2Ry_wDE

2023-07-31 18:18:02

Great work @npub16c0…6nvr. I love the web client and now you have iOS and Android apps!
#note1x4m…wvah

2023-07-29 13:32:24

I bet they continue use this flawed tool to convict innocent people like Roman Sterlingov
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/chainalysis-investigations-lead-declaration/

2023-07-29 13:06:45

We cannot put a backdoor in encryption, it will just get abused but by governments and bad actors
https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2023/07/uk-government-very-close-eroding-encryption-worldwide

2023-07-29 13:02:28

#note16xg…425r
The sooner the better!

2023-07-27 09:50:11

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A good audio description of the chart would work. Just a thought but could you publish the charts on your website and point people there if they needed a visual?

2023-07-19 06:01:45

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This will also help setup you profile pics
https://nosta.me/

2023-07-17 13:24:40

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The stuff you're building, I think you're from the future!

2023-07-15 16:13:11

I'm on the lookout for my next book, ideally an audio book. Any book recommendations on bitcoin and/or energy would be greatly appreciated?
If that topic is too narrow, what's your favorite book?

2023-07-15 09:20:45

Bitcoin Does Not Waste Energy
I stumbled on this article by Lewis Parker today. Was written in 2019 but 100% current.
https://unchained.com/blog/bitcoin-does-not-waste-energy/
And here's @npub1h8n…rpev version on Bitcoin Audible
<iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bitcoinaudible/embed/episodes/CryptoQuikRead_306---Bitcoin-Does-Not-Waste-Energy-Parker-Lewis-e7ojph/a-at0dnn" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>

2023-07-14 14:02:33

How Long it Took for Popular Apps to Reach 100 Million Users
How long will it take Nostr?
https://cdn.nostr.build/i/bf9631cd2e3d59aaf771b72d84d1635df43932c33dd5fdb3ecf5c9ce68342731.jpg

2023-07-09 21:02:26

McLaren 's Lando Norris gets 2nd in Silverstone F1. The was a great upgrade!
https://www.formula1.com/en/results.html/2023/races/1214/great-britain/race-result.html

2023-07-09 20:15:04

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Oh ya, your is in good hands😂

2023-07-09 19:47:44

WTF my brain can’t deal with this. Mind blown is an understatement! I can’t wait to see where this goes but one this is for sure @npub1l2v…ajft will be leading the charge to the most transformational tech the work has ever seen. I’m so excited 😆 #note1zww…3d6g

2023-07-06 13:45:17

Mandables @npub1qny…95gx
#nevent1q…77xd

2023-07-05 16:11:46

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Found it
https://zap.stream/naddr1qpqrzwfc8ycrxdr9x5mxywrxxccrvcehxg6xvdp4vycnycm98q6xzvf38q6rzd3jx9skze3hxyurycf3vcmr2d35xvurqc3evv6rydekvgpzpn6956apxcad0mfp8grcuugdysg44eepex68h50t73zcathmfs49qvzqqqrkvudcsyx0

2023-07-05 16:04:46

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Where is the link? And is there a replay?

2023-07-04 17:59:09

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We have to remove control over the money from Governments and Bitcoin does this

2023-07-03 06:19:43

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Do you mean LNbits

2023-07-02 15:23:26

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Ya browsers are locked down quite a bit on iOS. But the great thing about Nostr is you can access it with many different clients and your notes, follows, etc are accessible from all clients. Nostr is an open protocal not a walled garden like Twitter

2023-07-02 13:23:25

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I don't think it will work on an iPad. I use Damus on iPad.

2023-07-01 11:40:52

Bitcoin is not the next shiny app on your phone, it is the foundation of a new economic reality which is why Bitcoin should be thought of as nuclear grade financial software - @npub1der…xzpc
21 Lessons is a great book and well worth a read
https://21lessons.com/

2023-06-30 20:47:17

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They have some great stats on
https://primal.net/explore

2023-06-30 20:46:26

Primal is a great Nostr Web client that is getting better and better all the time. And doesn't rely on an app store like Apple so Zaps are allowed!
https://primal.net/home

2023-06-30 20:38:49

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That's an image I just can't unsee

2023-06-28 15:28:02

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Agreed

2023-06-26 17:39:10

Wow, that is some seriously quick blocks https://nostr.build/i/b5bcc7fa5736602a027cd7f8b68f47fe537469443007ab9a49b251b2a92ebce6.jpg

2023-06-24 13:01:44

We’ll done #[1] #note1aqa…2rca

2023-06-21 18:20:02

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Looks really good, ready in 2 weeks?