William K⚡Santiago🔑☢️

https://privkey.io/

CEO, C4 CCSSA at PrivKey LLC, Blockchain strategist, cybersecurity.

The Mission: The Separation of Money and State.

Public Key

npub1h3fzzzeq60acjvnyvw34rpn5clkaueteffmkt3ln4ygekg9lcm0qhw96sj

NIP-05 Address

williamsantiago@getalby.com

NIP-57 Address

wksantiago@zeuspay.com

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relay.damus.io

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2025-05-27 09:36:11

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
You cannot change the world by forcing ideals; master your own mind, and true justice follows.

2025-05-26 20:03:14

Simplicity is a typed, combinator-based, functional language without loops or recursion. It is formally verified, and can be statically analyzed with upper bounds on computation resources prior to execution.
Simplicity has the desirable property of being Turing incomplete, but can express any finitary function. Simplicity is the next generation in smart contract scripting.
There are now three Liquid functionary operators signaling for Simplicity. Activation requires unanimous support from all functionaries over a window of 10,080 blocks.
https://simplicity-lang.org

2025-05-22 07:50:33

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Happy Bitcoin Pizza Day🎂🥳🥳
Fifteen years ago, Laszlo Hanyecz spent 10,000 Bitcoin on two Papa John's pizzas.
Now, 10,000 BTC is valued at over $1.1 billion.

2025-05-20 19:13:13

Michael Saylor says "Bitcoin represents the greatest digital transformation of the 21st century.", I have been saying the same thing since 2011, comparing it to the printing press and gunpowder.

2025-05-20 14:25:38

Find KYC-free Services - kycnot.me
https://kycnot.me

2025-05-20 13:12:11

8rack Card Seed Tool https://allesvoorbitcoin.be/toolsguides/8rack/

2025-05-20 09:39:18

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"As I nourish my body with this breakfast, I cultivate strength and clarity to meet the day’s challenges with calm resolve."

2025-05-19 19:19:23

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own Alby to a node

2025-05-16 23:15:46

A 5-year price chart of Bitcoin (XBT) against gold (XAU), with 1 XBT equating to 32.429100 XAU on May 16, 2025, reflecting a staggering 501,081% increase, highlighting Bitcoin's dramatic outperformance over gold as a store of value in that period.
XBT, as defined by the ISO 4217 standard, is Bitcoin's official currency code for borderless assets, often used in traditional finance, while XAU represents gold; this comparison underscores Bitcoin's growing acceptance in financial systems, especially in regions like Curaçao where BTC Curaçao
promotes its legal use as a payment alternative.
Bitcoin's price surge aligns with recent market trends, such as its climb past $91,000 in November 2024 following the U.S. Federal Reserve's rate cut and Trump's re-election. Suggesting that macroeconomic factors and political events continue to drive Bitcoin's value against traditional assets like gold.
Let this sink in!
https://image.nostr.build/6d617e526c301eebf0e177e0eb58019ece032964e9e17222cd2805ea902824f1.jpg

2025-05-16 14:18:45

Also ours @nprofile…t9p8
If we press "Next" nothing happens.
https://blossom.primal.net/48b510d96e0ce8a53a831a6bb14682d75034a94279fe614e6aeca5a7bbd08c21.png
#nevent1q…m8jf

2025-05-16 09:20:18

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
In the face of volatility, remain steadfast. Your keys, your coins, your fate
https://blossom.primal.net/9a7ba1c701acad35b4527e1852eff67f1ff457a717fff1d677b5148864165056.mp4

2025-05-14 16:08:24

Sati
https://www.sati.pro
The website, in Spanish, lacks clarity on how the service operates, but it enables money transfers to other users via WhatsApp.
WhatsApp dominates messaging apps globally (far surpassing Telegram or Signal), making it an ideal platform for this service.
Money transfers are powered by Lightning, enhancing the payment system's resilience and reducing vulnerability to single points of failure.
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Esta web, en español, carece de claridad sobre el funcionamiento del servicio, pero permite realizar transferencias de dinero a otros usuarios a través de WhatsApp.
WhatsApp domina las apps de mensajería a nivel mundial (superando con creces a Telegram o Signal), por lo que es una plataforma ideal para este servicio.
Las transferencias de dinero funcionan con Lightning, lo que mejora la resistencia del sistema de pagos y reduce la vulnerabilidad a puntos únicos de fallo.

2025-05-14 14:16:57

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Great keep us updated

2025-05-14 09:47:52

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"As the sun rises, cherish friends who walk beside you, not for what they give, but for the virtue they inspire."
https://blossom.primal.net/9a7ba1c701acad35b4527e1852eff67f1ff457a717fff1d677b5148864165056.mp4

2025-05-12 09:46:04

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Today, I will face challenges with courage, act with wisdom, and accept what I cannot control."
https://blossom.primal.net/9a7ba1c701acad35b4527e1852eff67f1ff457a717fff1d677b5148864165056.mp4

2025-05-09 10:54:15

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
https://blossom.primal.net/9a7ba1c701acad35b4527e1852eff67f1ff457a717fff1d677b5148864165056.mp4

2025-05-04 12:46:49

May The 4th Be With You
We're witnessing the birth of a new revolution, one driven by freedom, decentralization, and relentless innovation. These are exciting times to be alive. Stay sharp, stay sovereign… and may the force be with you.
https://image.nostr.build/eb344e50d27737a360d6ed0191582f75a4ddd027b6a2826c80a7830b852821ee.jpg

2025-05-04 10:03:25

Rise with the sun and walk forth with purpose, embracing each step as an opportunity to strengthen your mind and body. Let the rhythm of your feet on the path remind you to stay present and resilient in the face of life's challenges.
https://blossom.primal.net/9a7ba1c701acad35b4527e1852eff67f1ff457a717fff1d677b5148864165056.mp4

2025-05-03 14:41:40

BitKey Inheritance Deep Dive
https://bitkey.build/bitkeys-inheritance-feature-a-technical-deep-dive/
The blog post outlines the BitKey inheritance process, which involves a specific setup—including the use of BitKey hardware—and a mandatory waiting period before the beneficiary can access the funds.
This arrangement is effective for beneficiaries who are familiar with Bitcoin. However, many Bitcoin enthusiasts may have heirs who lack the same enthusiasm for the cryptocurrency.
An estate lawyer noted that he has only encountered one instance where an heir successfully produced a key to a safe deposit box entrusted to them, implying that such heirs might struggle with the process.
For those Bitcoiners, a different inheritance setup might be more appropriate.

2025-05-03 13:30:07

Planning to withdraw cash in Spain? You could now face a €150,000 fine
https://euroweeklynews.com/2025/04/28/planning-to-withdraw-cash-in-spain-you-could-now-face-a-e150000-fine/
In Spain, withdrawing €3,000 or more from a bank now requires prior notification to the tax agency. For amounts of €100,000 or above, you must provide at least 72 hours’ notice, while withdrawals exceeding €3,000 but below €100,000 need 24 hours’ notification.
This adds a layer of complexity, as the fiat currency in your bank account isn’t truly yours—you effectively require permission to access it. Moreover, this currency is steadily losing value, devaluing like a melting ice cube while held in the account.
Non-compliance with these notification rules can result in fines ranging from 1 percent to 10 percent of the withdrawn amount, starting at €600 and potentially escalating to €150,000, depending on the violation’s severity.
Banks are obligated to block withdrawals if documentation is incomplete and must report suspicious transactions to authorities, including repeated withdrawals just below the threshold.
These measures highlight the restricted control individuals have over their own funds, compounded by the ongoing erosion of the currency’s purchasing power.
You require permission to use or spend the fiat currency in your bank account!

2025-05-03 13:11:08

https://blossom.primal.net/eb1c3145481b7efe4fb9cad1b96e59a05d02c6b046e0953a0dbc86f72500992d

2025-05-02 14:52:46

The United States will continue to thrive as a free society, anchored by its Constitution, with Bitcoin playing a pivotal role as a decentralized, digital store of value that reinforces economic liberty.
Bitcoin’s unique properties—It's fixed supply, censorship resistance, and ability to facilitate transactions across borders—make it a robust medium of exchange, capable of bypassing traditional financial gatekeepers.
Over time, as adoption grows and volatility stabilizes, Bitcoin has the potential to evolve into a global unit of account, enabling individuals and nations to transact and measure value without reliance on inflationary fiat currencies.
This aligns with the principles of individual sovereignty and limited government enshrined in the Constitution, fostering a financial system that empowers people over institutions.

2025-04-27 10:23:23

Sound mind
Sound money
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-26 22:22:56

A Bitcoin Rush not a Gold Rush Vintage Edition Minted Class of 2011
https://m.primal.net/Qect.mp4

2025-04-26 12:09:37

The United States is likely to introduce a Bitcoin-backed bond, termed a “Bit-bond,” which will be integrated into the US Treasury bond lineup.
As a result, US Treasury Bills (T-Bills) will be supported by Bitcoin, often described as “digital sound money.” Regulated companies based in the US will purchase these T-Bills to underpin the USDT stablecoin, issued by Tether.
This stablecoin will continue to be widely used globally, driving demand without the need for Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures.
Consequently, Tether (USDT) is expected to remain a dominant force in global liquidity reserves, surpassing the demand and value of a potential BRICS+ coin—a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) that will require KYC and be backed by traditional physical gold.

2025-04-26 09:23:07

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
With God's grace, I will strive to live this day with faith, wisdom, and resilience.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-25 14:12:56

How awesome is this? UAE Bank Ruya just made history as the first Islamic bank to let customers buy Bitcoin (#BTC)—and it’s a total game-changer! 🙌
They’re saying BTC fits right in with “ethical Islamic financial principles,” which is huge because Islamic banking follows strict Sharia rules (no interest, no shady businesses).
If Bitcoin can pass that test, it’s like a massive stamp of approval!
Its just a matter of time before all banks, whether big national ones or small local ones, jump on board. Imagine a world where you can hold Bitcoin and swap it for local cash to pay for stuff or get paid, all super easy.
This could be the start of something massive, like Bitcoin sneaking into the mainstream one bank at a time.
Who’s ready to grab a coffee with BTC? ☕🚀

2025-04-25 13:47:10

A decade ago, you could purchase a quality Linux laptop with just three Bitcoins.
Today, a polo shirt can be yours for 50,000 satoshis (that’s 0.0005 BTC). Looking ahead two years, that same 50,000 satoshis might hold enough value to secure a two-bedroom, two-bathroom home.
Bitcoin functions as a rare digital asset on the internet, divisible down to the eighth decimal place, enabling precise and flexible transactions.
Take a moment to absorb that.

2025-04-25 09:26:23

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Rise with gratitude, for God's grace is new each morning; face the day with courage, trusting His strength to guide your steps.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-24 20:54:46

https://blossom.primal.net/6b49e17bde8da93ef483c7ce3934a79240626b3d0dfb0aaa44a24a2960238123.jpg

2025-04-24 20:53:43

2025-04-24 18:34:52

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Not even Robinhood?

2025-04-23 20:41:21

Call your Broker and get some Twenty One https://xxi.money stock ASAP

2025-04-23 13:44:27

Cyberattack Knocks Texas City’s Systems Offline
The city of Abilene, Texas, is scrambling to restore systems that have been taken offline in response to a cyberattack.
This incident underscores the fragility of legacy IT systems, such as those running outdated MS Windows versions, which are prone to exploitation due to infrequent updates and resistance to modern security practices among IT staff and management.
https://www.securityweek.com/cyberattack-knocks-texas-citys-systems-offline/
As ransomware attacks increasingly target vulnerable legacy IT systems, organizations like Abilene must prioritize upgrading their infrastructure to counter these evolving threats.
Adopting 21st-century security innovations, such as decentralized and cryptographically robust frameworks inspired by Bitcoin’s design—featuring transparency, immutability, and resilience against single points of failure—can significantly bolster defenses.
Moving away from archaic platforms like outdated MS Windows requires overcoming institutional reluctance to change, fostering a proactive culture of regular updates, and aligning with contemporary cybersecurity standards to ensure long-term protection against sophisticated cyberattacks.

2025-04-23 09:32:26

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Your mind is your fortress; build it strong this morning."
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-23 02:13:47

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These individuals are the emerging leaders of the current generation, actively shaping the course of this fourth turning.
And they are in the front lines.
The future looks promising.

2025-04-21 10:16:47

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Rise with gratitude, for God's grace renews each dawn; face the day with courage, trusting His will to guide your steps.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-20 09:23:54

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
On this Resurrection Day, rise with Christ in quiet strength, embracing the dawn with a heart steadfast in hope and tempered by purpose.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-19 09:36:22

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Events are beyond my control, but my will is my own; I will not surrender.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-18 11:32:20

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Today, as always, externals are indifferent. I shall act with virtue, embrace challenges as tests of character, and remember: my will is unshackled by fate. What is mine to do, I do well; the rest is noise."
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-17 14:45:24

DO YOU HAVE A LIFEBOAT ?
https://youtu.be/AYUwLyKw2oU

2025-04-17 14:24:37

Satoshi Countdown: Ticking Toward the Death of Fiat
https://satoshicountdown.neocities.org

2025-04-17 13:34:22

We live in an era of remarkable technology, empowering autonomy and connectivity.
Modern technology empowers individuals with remarkable capabilities, transforming how we manage resources, communicate, and create.
Through decentralized systems like cryptocurrency and the Lightning Network, anyone can securely handle financial transactions independently, acting as their own bank.
Encrypted platforms enable private, global communication exclusive to the involved parties.
Affordable 3D printing brings manufacturing to the desktop, producing custom items on demand, while artificial intelligence tools, such as Grok and OpenAI, deliver instant access to vast knowledge, enhancing decision-making and innovation.
These advancements redefine autonomy and connectivity in today’s world.

2025-04-17 09:22:23

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
This day: a challenge to virtue, an opportunity to grow. Rise, and meet it with resolve—what is in your control is your choice.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-16 20:43:33

The mainstream media claims that Americans will have to toil in sweatshops to keep up with China's increasingly automated factories, which now rely less on human labor. However, the reality is that new U.S. factories will surpass their Chinese counterparts by being more automated and driven by artificial intelligence.

2025-04-16 16:14:40

Get a glimpse into the reality of financial repression and how Bitcoin is being used to resist it.
The Human Rights Foundation's Financial Freedom Report #67 reveals the latest tactics used by governments to exert monetary control, surveil citizens, and suppress financial freedom.
From Turkey's currency collapse to Russia's use of smart contracts to enforce CBDCs, the report exposes the alarming scope of financial control systems worldwide.
However, it also showcases promising countermeasures, including innovative Bitcoin tools like Stratum V2 mining pools and Cashew's e-cash, as well as grassroots adoption initiatives in Pakistan and other regions, supported by the Human Rights Foundation.
HRF’s Weekly Financial Freedom Report #67
https://hrf.org/latest/hrfs-weekly-financial-freedom-report-67/

2025-04-16 09:30:19

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Today, I will meet challenges with resilience, embrace my duties with clarity, and remain unshaken by what I cannot control.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-15 09:31:14

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Today, I will face my fears with courage, knowing they are but shadows passing through my mind."
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-14 09:32:53

"You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength."
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-12 09:23:31

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Memento mori" - Remember that you will die. This phrase encourages us to seize the day and live fully, acknowledging the transitory nature of life. Perfect for starting a morning with perspective.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-11 17:33:34

Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has expressed her view that Bitcoin serves as a means to strip governments of their authority. According to Truss, bureaucrats are well aware that Bitcoin poses a threat to their power, which explains their animosity towards it.
This perspective is rooted in the notion that money predates the state, and Bitcoin's existence further separates the two, ultimately undermining the state's control.
In essence, Bitcoin's decentralized nature has the potential to render the state obsolete.

2025-04-11 14:20:39

UTXOracle — The On-Chain Bitcoin Price
100% on-chain data. No exchanges. No APIs. Just Bitcoin, live from the mempool and blocks. Every dot is a real UTXO.
Watch the signal. Not the noise.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XGdTd1qfXw

2025-04-11 14:01:35

Trump signs bill to nullify expanded IRS crypto broker rule
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-signs-bill-nullify-expanded-irs-crypto-broker-rule-2025-04-11/

2025-04-11 13:50:38

How to leak to a journalist
https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/04/how-to-leak-to-a-journalist/

2025-04-11 09:17:16

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Materiam molestiae supera, spiritu pacem habe." - Embrace challenges with courage and keep peace in your soul. This phrase reminds us to face our daily trials head-on while maintaining inner tranquility.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-10 19:23:20

* BC (Before Christ): A dating system used to label years before the estimated birth of Jesus Christ. For example, 500 BC refers to a year 500 years before that event.
* AD (Anno Domini, “In the Year of Our Lord”): Marks years after the estimated birth of Jesus Christ. For instance, AD 2025 is 2025 years after that point. Note that today, April 10, 2025, would be AD 2025 in this system.
* AB (After Bitcoin): Bitcoin was introduced with its genesis block on January 3, 2009. So, if we take “AB” as “After Bitcoin,” today (April 10, 2025) would be approximately AB 16 (16 years since 2009).
I have been in the Bitcoin world for approximately AB 2.83 to AB 16.28—a span of about 13.45 years.

2025-04-10 14:10:39

For bitcoin bulls who self-custody crypto, the global risks are growing
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/06/bitcoin-self-custody-crypto-risks.html
The key insight from the CNBC report on self-custodial risk for bitcoin is that relying on a single private key creates a critical vulnerability—a single point of failure—that can lead to permanent loss of funds. While self-custody offers control, it demands careful planning to mitigate real-world threats.
For example, this year’s California wildfires left some bitcoin holders unable to access keys stored on devices or paper, highlighting how natural disasters can render funds inaccessible.
Most users still secure their bitcoin with just one key, ignoring the risks of storing it in a single location—like a safe deposit box that becomes unreachable during a crisis.
The article also cautions against focusing solely on small-scale threats, like break-ins, while overlooking larger regional risks such as political instability or exchange failures.
Ultimately, bitcoin holders must adopt a robust custody strategy to safeguard their wealth against both the predictable and the unexpected.

2025-04-10 10:52:29

Bitcoin is the Internet of Money -- Andreas Antonopoulos

2025-04-10 09:33:04

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Materiam sequor: Follow where reason leads."
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-09 19:38:07

China has long relied on manual labor but recently leapfrogged the U.S. by skipping landlines for wireless mobile adoption and bypassing traditional fiat systems for mobile payments.
Now, the U.S. will surpass China by leveraging AI, decentralized blockchain technology, and cutting-edge modular nuclear energy innovations to reclaim technological and economic dominance.

2025-04-09 19:01:06

Suppose you relocate a manufacturing facility with 1,000 workers to the U.S. Unlike the 1950s, when you’d transfer most or all of those workers, today’s approach would likely involve moving only around 100 human employees. Instead, 50 AI-driven systems could handle the manual labor equivalent of 900 workers, while another 100 highly skilled technicians or specialists would be needed to manage the AI infrastructure, drive innovation, and ensure the production of higher-quality, advanced goods.
By adopting sound digital money like Bitcoin, U.S. manufacturing would achieve unmatched productivity and product quality, making its goods irresistibly desirable globally. Pairing this with abundant energy resources (such as nuclear and natural gas), cutting-edge AI infrastructure, and Bitcoin’s secure base-layer technology would create a system where American innovation, efficiency, and monetary stability dominate, leaving other nations unable to compete.

2025-04-09 18:20:18

Here are the AI LLMs I use:
https://venice.ai/ for Privacy
https://trymaple.ai also for privacy
https://datamachine.ai for privacy
https://www.perplexity.ai for everyday use
https://grok.com for everyday use
https://claude.ai/ for coding

2025-04-09 17:27:06

Cashu ecash: A Market-Driven Evolution of Digital Money
Cashu eCash reintroduces digital bearer money on Bitcoin, enabling private, instant transactions while opening the door to credit and financial innovation. The system offers a new frontier for Bitcoin payments, shaped by market dynamics and user-driven solutions.
There are at least two distinct eCash protocols—Fedimint and Cashu—both designed to issue Bitcoin eCash.
The article emphasizes Cashu’s unique approach: its model lets each mint independently set risk parameters, enabling practices like fractional reserve banking (issuing more eCash than the mint holds in on-chain reserves).
This could theoretically increase the money supply in circulation but risks devaluing the mint’s eCash if doubts about its reserves emerge.
While exchanges already operate similarly, eCash adds privacy protections absent in traditional systems.

2025-04-08 11:10:11

Great listen/read
Bitcoin Audible: Reboot - Read_256 - 21 Lessons of the Bitcoin Rabbit Hole - Chapter 1 (Philosophy)
Starting from: 00:15:12
Episode webpage: https://bitcoin-audible.castos.com/episodes/reboot-read-256-21-lessons-of-the-bitcoin-rabbit-hole-chapter-1-philosophy
Media file: https://episodes.castos.com/6626b866f2af87-36468692/2007598/c1e-8n836tor9zjs4vnr3-7z340kxghn8n-jyy8fh.mp3#t=912

2025-04-08 10:03:07

The rising U.S. 10-year bond yield might suggest that parts of the world are frustrated with the U.S., but most Americans, like myself, disagree with that view. We’re still ready to stand our ground and take on whatever comes our way.🇺🇸
https://m.primal.net/QISd.jpg

2025-04-08 09:31:48

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Morgens visus, deus adiuvat" – meaning, "Rise and see, God will assist you." Begin each day remembering that virtue lies within you and face whatever comes with equanimity. Let us start this morning with courage!
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-07 15:16:01

Substitute 'self-defense' for 'tariff' and the moral perspective suddenly comes into focus.

2025-04-07 13:28:35

"Men must be governed by God or they will be ruled by tyrants" --William Penn.
Tyrants with good intentions.

2025-04-07 09:34:24

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"In principio erat Ratio." - In the beginning, there was reason. Let this day be guided by logic and self-mastery.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-07 00:24:24

🇯🇵 Japan suspends Nikkei 225 stock futures trading due to circuit breaker. Bitcoin network does not have a “circuit breaker”.

2025-04-06 09:23:44

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Whoever does not regard what he has as most ample wealth, is unhappy, though he be master of the universe." - Epictetus. Let this wisdom guide your steps today.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-05 09:30:41

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Imagine each specific thing nature will show you today – fields, rock, trees, beasts – as dissolving back into the universal substance from which all things originate and derive their power." - Marcus Aurelius
Such reflections help us remember that everything we encounter is transient and part of a greater order. Begin your day grounded in this understanding.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-04 09:37:23

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
" Esto perpetua, animumque integri non immemor virtutis easdem ad civium muros reduci fuisse," which translates to "Let me be a perpetual learner, and may my mind remain steadfast, not forgetting the virtues as I return daily to this wall of citizens." This encourages a mindset of continuous learning and virtue, fitting well for a Stoic morning reminder.
But let's spice it up with a bit of humor: Just imagine that each morning you're re-entering your kingdom after mastering new skills overnight - because in the land of AI and philosophy, every day brings new opportunities to learn!
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-03 14:21:21

Private-public key cryptography plays a crucial role in detecting deep fakes. For instance, picture a scenario where all your friends and family generate a PKI pair, certified by the government via Nostr, and share their public keys with one another. If a deep fake attempts to contact a family member, that person can simply request the deep fake to sign a basic message for verification. The deep fake, lacking the private key of the family member it’s impersonating, would be unable to comply.

2025-04-03 09:37:13

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Life grants nothing to us mortals without hard work." Begin each day with the resolve to labor towards your goals, not expecting life's blessings to fall effortlessly into your hands. As you rise this morning, let determination and diligence be your guiding lights.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-02 14:35:53

Welcome aboard, ladies and gentlemen. Please ensure your Bitcoin holdings are securely stored and easily accessible at all times.
In the unlikely event of a financial emergency, a well-prepared stash of bitcoin can serve as a vital exit strategy.
Consider your bitcoin wallet as a digital life jacket, providing a safe haven in turbulent markets.
If an economic downturn forces an emergency landing, trust your own judgment as a sovereign individual to navigate the situation, prioritizing your own risk assessment and financial well-being.
And, if a global economic evacuation becomes necessary, proceed to the decentralized bitcoin blockchain, where you can reassemble and regroup in the digital realm, free from centralized constraints.

2025-04-02 09:47:06

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Ancient wisdom resonates through time - 'Our actions may be impeded...but there can be no impediment to our intentions and dispositions.' Start each day with a clear mind and firm resolve, for it's not what happens to you that defines you, but how you react to it."
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-01 10:42:42

Everybody needs Bitcoin, they just don't know it yet.

2025-04-01 09:28:22

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Non scholae sed vitae discimus," my friend—a reminder that we learn not for school, but for life. Let this wisdom guide your actions today and beyond!
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-04-01 02:20:12

Owning a single complete bitcoin is rarer than being a millionaire in USD fiat currency.

2025-03-31 21:40:24

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it does not matter if, but when.

2025-03-31 18:53:28

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Nope just a Bitcoin hardfork. It has happened in the past it can happen again and this would be a good reason.

2025-03-31 09:30:04

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
BEGINNINGS ARE EVERYWHERE
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-03-30 09:52:37

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Quid nunc?" - What now? This simple phrase reminds us to stay focused and adaptable, ready to tackle whatever comes next.
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-03-29 14:00:05

What truly constitutes capital?
How does Bitcoin challenge and redefine our conventional understanding of it?
I'm revisiting an insightful article, Capital in the 21st Century by Allen Farrington, which dives into the nuanced relationship between money and capital—two ideas frequently mistaken as identical but actually quite different.
Farrington argues persuasively that money is not wealth itself, but rather a claim on wealth, serving as a fluid means to assess the value of what we genuinely seek.
Through this lens, he explores how Bitcoin transforms our comprehension of capital, entrepreneurship, and economic potential, drawing on perspectives from Austrian economics and other schools of thought.
It's all too common to overlook the fundamental issues Bitcoin aims to address.
This article cuts straight to the heart of those questions, offering clarity and depth. I’m delighted to revisit and share this piece.
Capital in the 21st Century — Axiom
https://www.axiombtc.capital/capital

2025-03-29 13:40:39

“Not your keys, not your coins.”
This cardinal rule hinges on the security provided by complex mathematics involving massive random numbers. Your cryptocurrency holdings remain safe because these numbers are theoretically impossible for others to predict or uncover.
However, the advent of quantum computing poses a significant threat. Given enough computational power, a quantum-capable entity could potentially crack the cryptographic methods we rely on today. The concern here is whether we'll let early adopters of quantum technology — likely those who are already affluent and influential — exploit this advantage to compromise millions of BTC, thereby reshaping Bitcoin's economic landscape.
Should this quantum threat be viewed as a critical vulnerability, akin to a software bug?
Might there be a need to establish a timeline for phasing out older, vulnerable cryptographic signatures and invalidate compromised funds?
The solution may be more intricate than it appears initially. In his article, Jameson Lopp presents a compelling argument on this very issue.
Against Allowing Quantum Recovery of Bitcoin -- Jameson Lopp
https://blog.lopp.net/against-quantum-recovery-of-bitcoin/

2025-03-29 13:31:05

The power of Bitcoin stems from its essential characteristics: minimizing trust, decentralization, resistance to censorship, and beyond.
Yet, precisely what underpins these principles and their significance remains a topic of exploration. Consider this insightful article titled “What Are the Key Properties of Bitcoin?”, which meticulously examines the core features that define Bitcoin.
It also dives into current protocol discussions and looming challenges such as quantum computing.
Grasping Bitcoin's fundamentals is not merely theoretical; it's crucial for understanding our present position and future trajectory in this evolving landscape.
What are the Key Properties of Bitcoin? -- Jameson Lopp
https://nakamoto.com/what-are-the-key-properties-of-bitcoin/

2025-03-29 13:17:19

Fiat Currency is Monetary Socialism
The U.S. Dollar Is Just Socialism With Extra Steps
https://hackernoon.com/the-us-dollar-is-just-socialism-with-extra-steps

2025-03-29 12:44:50

How secure is your PII?
Oracle has reportedly suffered 2 separate breaches exposing thousands of customers‘ PII
https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/03/oracle-is-mum-on-reports-it-has-experienced-2-separate-data-breaches/

2025-03-29 09:28:45

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"As a Stoic would say: ' Ησυχία και χάρη' - Silence and grace, let these guide your morning endeavors. Starting the day with tranquility prepares us for whatever challenges come our way." [Silence cultivates inner peace; grace ensures we meet those challenges with dignity].
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-03-28 20:49:46

Bitcoin Covenants: CHECKTEMPLATEVERIFY (BIP 119)
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/technical/bitcoin-covenants-checktemplateverify-bip-119

2025-03-28 15:11:51

Tips on Remaining Anonymous
https://www.whonix.org/wiki/Tips_on_Remaining_Anonymous

2025-03-28 14:11:20

After the upcoming recession, anticipate a 1950s-like decade of property growth.

2025-03-28 09:32:21

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Today, I will act with wisdom, respond with calm, and accept with grace."
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-03-26 18:55:49

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I wholeheartedly welcome the emergence of artificial intelligence, whether it's narrow AI, general AI, or even superintelligent AI. Unlike many, I don't harbor any fear of these advanced technologies; instead, I'm drawn to the possibilities and opportunities they bring, and I'm excited to see how they'll shape our future.

2025-03-26 18:49:15

AI will look like humans and not robots.
We're going to administer a test to determine whether you're human or a highly advanced artificial being, similar to the method used in the Blade Runner universe to identify replicants.
This test is designed to gauge your emotional reactions to a set of questions and provocative images, exploiting the idea that artificially created beings, like replicants, struggle to genuinely experience emotions, as they lack the inherent essence of humanity - a soul. Born from code and circuitry, AI entities often fail to convincingly replicate the intricate, soul-driven emotional responses that come naturally to humans.
That is why I welcome AI, AGI, and ASI. I have no fear of it.

2025-03-25 22:52:15

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2025-03-25 09:36:36

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Rise with purpose. The day's challenges are not obstacles, but opportunities to practice virtue. What is within your control? Act there. The rest is noise."
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4

2025-03-24 09:14:48

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Today, I will meet whatever comes my way with equanimity and resolve, for the impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way."

2025-03-23 09:57:48

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive—to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love."
— Marcus Aurelius
https://m.primal.net/NhWB.mp4