craigraw

https://sparrowwallet.com

Creator of Sparrow Wallet
GPG: E946 1833 4C67 4B40

Public Key

npub1hea99yd4xt5tjx8jmjvpfz2g5v7nurdqw7ydwst0ww6vw520prnq6fg9v2

NIP-05 Address

craigraw@donate.sparrowwallet.com

NIP-57 Address

craigraw@primal.net

Profile Code

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Last Notes

2025-02-04 20:31:39

Sparrow v2.1.1 has been released to fix a technical issue when scanning for USB hardware wallets on certain macOS devices.
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/
#note1sd7…yju0

2025-02-04 11:53:11

Sparrow v2.1.0 released with:
• Lark for USB hardware wallets
• Ledger multisig wallet registration save
• Jade Plus USB support
• Restore tables sort & sizing on wallet load
• PSBTv2 support
And much more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/2.1.0
http://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2024-12-09 13:49:04

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I’m not aware of a published issue. But entropy quality is to some extent a scale, and there have been reports of funds lost from early hardware wallets that are difficult to explain by other means. I’d love to see more rigorous review of hardware wallet entropy.

2024-12-09 08:22:47

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Glad you enjoyed it :)
I don’t agree with this absolute statement though - there are many factors in security. For example, it is entirely possible for a hardware wallet to have poorer entropy (for seed generation) than a software wallet, and it is in general harder to evaluate hardware wallets on this criterion.

2024-12-03 16:10:26

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Yes - thanks

2024-12-03 12:04:21

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Yes. It should already “just work” but this will make it work better.

2024-12-03 09:59:57

Introducing Lark.
Lark is a Java port of HWI, a library used by many wallets to communicate over USB with with hardware wallets like @npub19ca…qj29 , Ledger, Trezor, @npub1tg7…cxmt and @npub1jg5…6n8n Jade.
HWI is a good example of the ‘single dependency’ situation in the famous xkcd comic. Until now, there has been no project like it.
However, with all the wealth stored on hardware wallets (especially those that can only communicate over USB) it's important to have multiple implementations. Lark represents the first complete reimplementation of all common USB HWW clients in a language other than Python.
Even though HWW manufacturers have used a dizzying array of different communication protocols and standards, Lark seeks to be identical to the HWI API, providing direct interchangeability and a more robust ecosystem.
All common commands are supported, and there is some additional functionality, such as retrieving a wallet registration from Ledger devices to avoid re-registration on every signing.
Lark is available as a command line application, and as a Java library for JVM-based applications. Hardware wallet manufacturers are invited to test their devices before it's integrated into Sparrow Wallet.
See https://github.com/sparrowwallet/larkapp for docs and binaries.
https://m.primal.net/Mmkq.jpg

2024-09-18 13:23:18

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Java is one of the most popular languages for open source development, but specifically it has an open source native desktop GUI framework which is modern, cross platform, mature, and well maintained (unlike most other languages).

2024-09-18 12:43:23

Sparrow v2.0.0 released with:
SLIP39 shares recovery
Trezor Safe 5 support
Ledger Stax and Flex support
Update to Java and JavaFX 22
And more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/2.0.0
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2024-08-21 05:27:16

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🙏

2024-07-22 06:35:18

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It’s part of the sparrow repo - see the com.sparrowwallet.sparrow.terminal package. Nice project btw!

2024-07-21 06:50:14

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Creating a new wallet and selecting the different script type is the easiest approach. Note that Nested Segwit should be considered a legacy script type though - Native Segwit offers better privacy.

2024-07-21 06:47:52

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You can do this if you create the new account with a watch only keystore, but I haven’t seen a compelling reason to add this as a general feature.

2024-06-21 14:07:38

It is a flaw of the deeply self-interested men of the world that they assume that idealists are fools.
- Christian Cameron

2024-05-14 09:30:09

Sparrow v1.9.1 released with:
Testnet4 network support
Increase gap limit to sign
And more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.9.1
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2024-04-25 15:16:03

In light of recent developments, Sparrow v1.9.0 has been released which removes the Whirlpool client and other Soroban related features. All wallets and accounts are still accessible.
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2024-04-24 09:25:25

Sparrow v1.8.6 released with:
Wallet search improvements
All open wallets summary
Mix from Postmix
Import Samourai backup file
And more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.8.6
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2024-04-11 11:30:47

Sparrow v1.8.5 released with:
Whirlpool over decentralized Soroban
Restart in different Home Folder
Faster initial server connections
Upgrade to HWI 3.0.0
And more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.8.5
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2024-04-10 07:57:27

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Correct. I haven’t yet heard of a good reason to expose them that would justify the additional risk.

2024-03-29 16:01:37

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Could be a driver issue. See https://help.blockstream.com/hc/en-us/articles/900005443223-Fix-issues-connecting-Jade-via-USB

2024-03-07 19:08:27

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No plans

2024-03-07 18:49:56

Sparrow v1.8.4 has been released to fix a build issue affecting Sparrow Terminal. The normal desktop app is unaffected.
That said, for those who already upgraded to v1.8.3, it's a good opportunity to test the Download Verifier :)

2024-03-06 17:21:21

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Hard refresh :)

2024-03-06 14:16:48

Sparrow v1.8.3 released with:
PGP download file verifier
Coldcard Q1 support
Trezor Safe 3 support
Improved QR reading
And more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.8.3
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/ https://image.nostr.build/dd9ad8e9ad16b81e4b1638d76cad23e7c094d6314e9773605188297a375f524f.png

2024-03-03 11:53:14

If you are ever in South Africa, a visit to Bitcoin Ekasi in Mossel Bay is well worth it! #note1zmu…teu8

2024-01-18 10:57:44

Sparrow v1.8.2 released with:
Improved transaction tree
Quicker transaction tab loading
Reduced rescans on Bitcoin Core
Effective fee rate for CPFP
And more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.8.2
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2024-01-16 11:02:01

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1. Check out the most recent Sparrow release. 2. SeedSigner is providing very minimal, arguably incomplete PSBTs so without another PSBT to combine with (as would be the case with that function) Sparrow doesn’t have enough information to load them on their own.

2023-11-28 05:01:36

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Fwiw I don’t think any dependencies are required for BC UR if you limit the scope of data types. Not even CBOR is required if you just transmit txs and psbts.
Would like to see a clearer, technical explanation of why it’s so problematic to implement.

2023-11-22 16:37:32

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No, but it would be interesting 🤔

2023-11-22 09:55:05

Sparrow v1.8.1 released with:
Fee rate estimation from oxt.me
Export transactions with historical values
Wider range in fee range slider
And more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.8.1
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2023-11-18 17:44:16

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Yep should work…

2023-11-09 12:28:44

Sparrow v1.8.0 released with:
Transaction diagram captions
Larger and denser QR display
Search all open wallets
Airgapped message signing
Satochip and Krux support
And much more: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.8.0
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2023-11-06 07:57:39

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Yes. It has been renewed on keybase.io

2023-09-09 13:35:55

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Thank you!

2023-09-09 13:35:18

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There is certainly an argument for this - it really depends on whether the change is really doxxic or not.

2023-09-01 05:58:00

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Try turning off Prevent Computer Sleep in the Tools menu. There are other applications you can use to achieve this functionality, or better yet run Sparrow Terminal for background mixing without the need to keep your desktop awake.

2023-08-31 11:34:20

Sparrow v1.7.9 released with:
Wallet accounts summary dialog
Keystore labels in descriptor QRs
Rename labelled UTXOs by changing matching related transaction labels
HWI v2.3.1
More: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.7.9
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2023-08-24 05:39:29

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Yes, just increase the gap limit. Settings > Advanced, then close and click Apply.

2023-07-26 05:33:50

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There’s an open issue, but some UI problems in the GUI framework to overcome first.

2023-07-18 15:38:30

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I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

2023-07-18 14:28:49

Sparrow v1.7.8 released with:
Taproot message signing (BIP322)
Improved QR scan performance
Rename wallet support
RBF with initial minimum fee set
More: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.7.8
https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2023-06-22 11:16:51

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My new desktop background

2023-06-22 11:00:18

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Amazing! 👏👏👏

2023-06-22 10:52:47

Sparrow v1.7.7 released with:
Improved mempool fee rates chart
Multiple improvements for a high fee environment
Performance optimizations for large wallets
Better usability on @BorderWallets grids
More: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.7.7
Download at https://sparrowwallet.com/download/

2023-06-17 06:05:55

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What is the exact error? Best to ask on the Telegram group https://t.me/SparrowWallet

2023-06-06 06:00:18

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The other groups are scams. What’s your TG username?

2023-05-14 13:40:40

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Dojo is unrelated to the Whirlpool coordinator - it’s the server app/protocol that Samourai uses to load wallets.

2023-04-27 17:14:40

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Maybe all accounts in a wallet would be a better idea - I believe there is an open issue for this

2023-04-05 05:19:48

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Fresh install - there’s no auto update

2023-04-04 15:28:18

Sparrow v1.7.4 released with:
Border Wallets support for memorizable seeds
Bundled Tor updated on all platforms
Autosuggest last BIP39 word
Darker dark mode
Download: https://sparrowwallet.com/download/
Release notes: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.7.4
https://nostr.build/i/nostr.build_deb493d7aef9a914b7d59378205547b1796f71ed6617552d3b551661532f7c85.jpg

2023-04-04 05:20:34

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Use the -d flag to set Sparrow home, see the FAQ for more info.

2023-03-08 13:17:01

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Every relay in the onion routing could pay the next one, similar to how lightning itself works (without source based routing)

2023-03-08 13:08:51

An alternative to Tor that has users stream sats to pay relays seems like an obvious next step in network level privacy tools. Streaming sats would greatly increase the costs of the DDOS-style attacks that affect Tor so much, and provide an incentive for relay operators.

2023-03-01 08:37:41

Sparrow v1.7.3 released with:
Bitcoin Secure Multisig Setup (BSMS) import and export
Configure an external block explorer to view transactions
Upgrade to HWI 2.2.1
More: https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases/tag/1.7.3

2023-02-28 11:49:13

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Correct, if you’re using the Bitcoin Core server option. You’d need to delete the Core wallet as well, called sparrow or cormorant.

2023-02-28 11:46:25

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It’s really more of a hww feature

2023-02-25 20:47:50

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Will check it out 👍

2023-02-25 20:46:27

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Sure, that’s true. We’ll have to see if the pros outweigh the cons.

2023-02-24 13:22:17

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Yep, it’s not too far off now, but unsure if it will see much adoption tbh. The need to do two rounds with each signer is a major downside, particularly if they are geographically remote.

2023-02-15 18:39:01

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Done! Thanks for the heads up

2023-02-15 13:53:41

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Thanks - my current desktop pic 😁

2023-02-15 13:02:21

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Likely routing failure then. I’ll open up some more channels.

2023-02-15 12:59:23

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I wonder - it seems his work was so fundamental it was hidden from most web developers by being included as a dependency in other higher level projects.

2023-02-15 12:56:11

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Made a minor change to btcpayserver, it may help.

2023-02-15 12:49:25

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Nah, I suspect he derived personal significance and value from doing the work. Clearly (IMO) he valued that too highly, but I do understand it - when your work has such broad impact on the world, it’s hard to keep perspective with other more mundane matters in life.

2023-02-15 12:18:59

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No plans, sorry

2023-02-15 12:17:53

Thanks for the welcome all! Good to be here.

2023-02-15 12:16:07

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Hey, thanks for the donation. Not sure what’s up, it’s working on my side using Zeus. What app are you using?

2023-02-15 07:45:14

This hits hard: https://github.com/zloirock/core-js/blob/master/docs/2023-02-14-so-whats-next.md