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2025-05-20 08:38:11

Mempool Research has published an analysis of Bitcoin's UTXO Set, revealing that nearly half of the UTXOs are valued under 1000 satoshis, approximately 30% are related to inscriptions, and over 100,000 Counterparty UTXOs are more than 10 years old.
See the full report here: https://research.mempool.space/utxo-set-report/

2025-05-06 04:55:09

🟢 Wasabi Wallet v2.6.0: First Version to Sync & Operate Without a Central Server
Wasabi Wallet v2.6.0 "Prometheus" is a major update for the project, focused on resilience and independence from centralized systems.
Key features include support for BIP 158 block filters for direct node synchronization, a revamped full node integration for easier setup without third-party reliance, SLIP 39 share backups for flexible wallet recovery (sponsored by Trezor), and a Nostr-based update manager for censorship-resistant updates.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/wasabi-wallet-v2-6-0/

2025-04-16 08:00:08

Tails v6.14.2 is an emergency patch release that addresses security vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel and the Perl programming language implementation.
Learn more: https://blog.torproject.org/new-release-tails-6_14_2/

2025-04-16 05:31:39

Bitcoin Core v29.0: Ephemeral Dust, Enhanced Orphan Handling, CMake & More
Bitcoin Core version 29.0 is now available, featuring updates and improvements in networking, mempool policy, mining, RPCs, and overall system behavior.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-core-v29-0/

2025-04-14 12:02:27

Liana Wallet v10.0: Wallet Backups & Dependencies Update
Liana v10 introduces backup functionality for the entire wallet, including descriptors, aliases, and labels, allowing for easy wallet backup, migration, and synchronization with new devices.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/liana-wallet-v10-0/

2025-04-11 18:38:08

LNbits v1.0.0: Stable, Hardened, and Production-Ready
"After five years and over 6,000 commits, LNbits has reached a momentous milestone: Version 1.0.0 is here. LNbits is officially out of beta!"
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/lnbits-v1-0-0/

2025-04-09 13:06:38

Cove Wallet v0.3.0: TAPSIGNER Support
Cove (beta) is a mobile Bitcoin wallet built on top of the BDK library. It is available on iOS, with an Android version expected to be released in the future.
"We provide hot wallet support but one of the main goals is to be the best mobile wallet to use with hardware wallets. Cove is currently in beta, be careful when using it with large amounts of Bitcoin."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/cove-wallet-v0-3-0/

2025-04-09 13:01:15

Human Rights Foundation Grants 10 BTC to 23 Bitcoin Projects Worldwide
The Human Rights Foundation (HRF) has announced a new round of grants from its Bitcoin Development Fund, allocating 10 BTC to 23 Bitcoin projects globally.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/human-rights-foundation-bitcoin-q1-2025/

2025-04-08 17:14:45

🇺🇸 Phoenix Wallet announces its return to the United States app stores.
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2025-04-08 14:08:48

Our site recently received a facelift, and we're currently testing our zapthreads-based Nostr comments integration.
Comments you leave under the original (quoted) post below should appear on our site, and comments you leave on our site should be visible under the post on Nostr.
Please test it out and let us know if it works for you!
#nevent1q…e9vk

2025-04-08 13:51:37

🚨 U.S. Justice Department Ends Crypto Enforcement Unit, Marking Significant Policy Shift
The Justice Department directed federal prosecutors not to target virtual currency exchanges, mixing and tumbling services, and offline wallets for their end users' actions or unintentional regulatory violations.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/u-s-justice-department-ends-crypto-enforcement-unit-marking-significant-policy-shift/

2025-04-03 09:01:52

The bitcoindev mailing list is back online after being temporarily suspended due to being flagged as "unwanted content."
For several hours on April 2 and 3, Bitcoin Core developers and researchers were unable to use Google Groups due to a ban imposed by Google.
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2025-04-02 15:55:23

Bisq v2.1.7: More Reliable Message Delivery, Trade & Mediation Enhancements
This version introduces a protection mechanism against triangular scams, more reliable message delivery, bug fixes in the trade process, as well as mediation improvements.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bisq-v2-1-7/

2025-03-27 16:34:12

OpenSats Announces the 10th Wave of Nostr Grants
"We're excited to introduce our latest wave of grants, supporting seven innovative projects that showcase the growing versatility of the Nostr ecosystem."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/opensats-announces-the-10th-wave-of-nostr-grants/

2025-03-27 16:33:12

Braiins BCB100: Bitcoin Control Board Open Sourced
"We’ve just open sourced the BCB100 on GitHub. The Braiins Control Board is now officially the Bitcoin Control Board. Bitcoin mining infrastructure needs more transparency and resilience. This is how we help accelerate that mission."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/braiins-bcb100-bitcoin-control-board-open-sourced/

2025-03-25 15:50:00

🌆 Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
Good morning, Nostr. Our latest news roundup is now available: 🔻
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-03-25/

2025-03-25 14:01:29

Ditto v1.3: Explore Tab, Search Filter UI & More
Ditto v1.3 comes with improved search and event fetching via a new Explore tab, video enhancements, translation upgrades, basic custom emoji support, improved translations and key admin tools, and more.
Nutzaps, intuitive zap splits, and revamped onboarding flow coming next!
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ditto-v1-3/

2025-03-24 13:30:29

☕ Good Morning, Bitcoin - Monday, March 24th, 2025
GM!
The latest daily GM report is here 📰 ⏬
Like, zap, share, comment, and let us know if you have any feedback.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-03-24/

2025-03-24 06:45:33

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True. A lot of nuance, especially concerning taxes, inevitably gets lost when trying to summarize stories like this in a few sentences.

2025-03-24 06:23:21

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Good catch. The original article linked to is by @nprofile…k26j It seems something may have gotten lost in translation. Thanks for pointing it out.

2025-03-23 20:05:15

OUR LARGEST WEEKLY DIGEST ON $BTC & FREEDOM TECH — SO COOL!!! the Greatest of them all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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2025-03-23 19:37:22

⌛ Block 889101: Important News of the Week(s)
Catch up with some of the key news and updates from the past few weeks 📰 ⏬
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/889101/

2025-03-19 12:28:50

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We don't really ever use the following feed, the main use case for X is a search for specific news topics/updates

2025-03-19 12:21:43

Sometimes, we use our X account to check on certain projects and updates relevant to our coverage. The account follows nearly 100 Bitcoin users.
Here's a quick look at the No Bullshit Bitcoin feed on X after months of muting, as of today:
https://video.nostr.build/6ca374e6380d36eee026035ceaebd50eb28c8980ef7fa05ca77e6d8c5213a621.mp4

2025-03-19 11:47:20

Key Dates Set for Samourai Wallet Developers Pre-trial Motion Schedule
According to the reports, Samourai Wallet developers Keonne Rodriguez and William Lonergan Hill appeared in good spirits for the first hearing in their case since September of 2024.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/key-dates-set-for-samourai-wallet-developers-pre-trial-motion-schedule/

2025-03-18 23:12:41

Demand Pool Opens Applications to Miners for Stratum V2 Mining Pool
Bitcoin mining startup DMND is inviting miners to apply as launch partners for its Stratum V2 pool, with a 0% fee for the first two months. Applications are open until March 28, 2025.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/demand-pool-opens-applications-to-miners-for-stratum-v2-mining-pool/

2025-03-18 12:15:41

Krux v25.03.0: Taproot and WSH Miniscript Support
This release enhances Krux by unlocking more features of Embit and adding Miniscript support. It allows descriptor loading and signing of PSBTs from Miniscript-based wallets, with adapted UI and internal verification tools to support these capabilities.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/krux-v25-03-0/

2025-03-17 18:53:43

RoninDojo v2.2.0: Improved Feature Set for Backups
This update streamlines data backups during 1TB drive upgrades, ensuring a smoother experience in system management and uptime maintenance.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ronindojo-v2-2-0/

2025-03-17 17:50:10

Eclair v0.12.0: RPCs to Create and Manage BOLT12 Offers & More
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/eclair-v0-12-0/

2025-03-17 11:23:53

Core Lightning v25.02: 'Onion Packet Filler Accreditation'
"We are pleased to announce the launch of Core Lightning v25.02. Named “Onion Packet Filler Accreditation” by contributor Se7enZ and led by release captain Alex Myers, this release is focused on maintenance, building upon v24.11 to further improve the stability and functionality of Core Lightning."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/core-lightning-v25-02/

2025-03-17 08:54:24

ZEUS v0.10.0: Renewable Channels, Multiple Embedded Wallets, NWC Client Support
This release comes with channel lease renewal, multiple embedded wallets, Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC) client support, and additional goodies.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/zeus-v0-10-0/

2025-03-14 07:37:26

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2025-03-05 12:04:08

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They removed all the legacy code:
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2025-03-05 11:58:04

Phoenix Wallet v2.5.0: APK Size Reduction, Improved QR Scanning, Tor Changes
- Phoenix Wallet v2.5.0 has been released with major improvements in QR code scanning on Android, a 78% reduction in APK size, and the display of pending on-chain funds on the home screen in the iOS app.
- This version also removes embedded Tor library from the app, meaning that users now have to install a third-party Tor proxy VPN app such as Orbot to use Phoenix via the Tor Network. It makes the Tor connection more stable, and background payments via Tor should work more reliably.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/phoenix-wallet-v2-5-0/

2025-03-02 21:09:44

🕰️ Block 886042: Important News of the Week
Our latest issue of weekly digest is out!
Thank you, everyone, for your continued feedback and support.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/886042/

2025-03-02 18:09:42

🇺🇸 President Trump Confirms Strategic 'Crypto' Reserve with Bitcoin and Altcoins
The United States President Donald Trump has announced a Strategic Crypto Reserve that will include XRP, Solana, and Cardano, along with Bitcoin and Ethereum at its core.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/president-trump-confirms-strategic-crypto-reserve-with-bitcoin-and-altcoins/

2025-03-02 17:55:02

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2025-03-02 16:47:53

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2025-03-02 16:26:13

President Trump announces Strategic 'Crypto' Reserve
A writeup is coming when there are more details available.
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2025-03-01 18:19:53

☀️ Good Morning, Bitcoin - Saturday, March 1st, 2025
Good morning, Bitcoin builders, privacy enthusiasts, and freedom seekers around the world. Here are some recent updates you might find useful. Have a great weekend.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-03-01/

2025-03-01 16:19:12

Tropic Square TROPIC01: Open Architecture, Tamper-proof RISC-V Secure Element
Tropic Square, a startup backed by SatoshiLabs — the company behind Trezor signing devices — unveiled its final pre-production samples before the mass production and market launch of their open-source TROPIC01 secure element.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/tropic-square-tropic01/

2025-03-01 14:11:16

Blockstream opens applications for Lugano Research Hub grants
It is open for builders seeking to develop on Lightning or Liquid and comes with a 10,000 CHF sponsorship for founders and small startup teams to set up and live in Lugano.
Apply here: https://blockstream.typeform.com/to/KLeflywl

2025-03-01 14:08:41

BitBanana v0.9.0: Coin Control, Send All Option, Design Improvements
This version implements Coin Control support, adds a 'send all' option, and enables the use of custom block explorers and regtest nodes.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitbanana-v0-9-0/

2025-02-28 10:29:17

European States Continue Race for Encryption Backdoors
European policymakers continue to push forward various proposals and regulations that would severely compromise the privacy and security of European citizens.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/european-states-continue-race-for-encryption-backdoors/

2025-02-27 20:34:52

🌚 Good Morning, Bitcoin - Thursday, February 27th, 2025
Good morning!? Our latest news roundup is now available:
🆕 ⬇️ 📰
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-02-27/

2025-02-27 16:30:49

Sparrow Wallet v2.1.3: OneKey Support, Expanded Labels Export, Lark Fixes
"Sparrow v2.1.3 has been released with OneKey hardware wallet support, expanded wallet labels (BIP329) export, and some remaining Lark integration fixes," announced @nprofile…46z3 .
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/sparrow-wallet-v2-1-3/

2025-02-27 16:29:49

Fedimint v0.6.0: On-Chain For Everyone
"Since v0.4.0, Fedimint developers advised not exposing on-chain deposits to end users, due to limitations on processing deposits in very large (in bytes) on-chain transactions. This limitations has been lifted and on-chain deposits are now safe in all cases."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/fedimint-v0-6-0/

2025-02-27 15:27:26

IMF Board Approves $1.4Bn Loan to El Salvador with Further Bitcoin Restrictions
The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) executive board approved a $1.4 billion loan for El Salvador with a condition that the country will further restrict the government's Bitcoin-related economic activities, including transactions and purchases of bitcoin.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/imf-board-approves-1-4b-loan-to-el-salvador-2/

2025-02-27 12:04:42

Phoenixd (Server) v0.5.0: Rework of Internal Payments Database
Phoenixd is the server equivalent of the Phoenix wallet for developers and businesses that makes it easy to send and receive Lightning payments without compromising on self-custody. It is written in Kotlin Multiplatform and runs natively on Linux, MacOS (x86 and ARM), and Windows (WSL).
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/phoenixd-server-v0-5-0/

2025-02-27 12:01:44

Nunchuk Launches New and Improved Group Wallet with Chat
Nunchuk Desktop v1.9.43, Android v1.9.64, and iOS v1.9.71 introduce a new and improved end-to-end encrypted group wallet and chat, utilizing Output Descriptors to derive a single, shared encryption key for the group.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/nunchuk-group-wallet/

2025-02-26 23:59:18

Lark v1.1.0: Improvements & Bug Fixes
This version includes support for OneKey hardware signers, enhances integrations with major Bitcoin hardware devices, and delivers various bug fixes.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/lark-v1-1-0/

2025-02-26 23:15:11

Ark v0.5.0: Branch-only Signing Sessions and Connector Trees
"Ark v0.5 is about refining the experience for active participants. By reducing the number of transactions you need to sign, speeding up rounds, and simplifying how forfeits work, we aim to lessen the overhead so you can focus on what matters."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ark-v0-5-0/

2025-02-26 22:39:30

Satochip v0.14-0.2 (Beta): Schnorr Support for Taproot & Nostr
Satochip is an open-source javacard applet implementing a cryptocurrency signing device with full BIP32/BIP39 support.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/satochip-v0-14-0-2-beta/

2025-02-26 13:48:40

GRAIN Relay v0.3.0: Nostr Login & Profile Page, User Sync Functionality
"Thanks for your patience on this release! Most of the work is done by a single dev, so feedback and testing are always appreciated." - @nprofile…rk55
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/grain-v0-3-0/

2025-02-25 15:11:14

☕ Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, February 25th, 2025
Good morning! Today is Lightning Pizza Day, commemorating the second most well-known pizza purchase by Laszlo Hanyecz, this time using the Lightning Network.
🆕 📰 ⬇️
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-02-25/

2025-02-25 13:29:55

LifPay Temporarily Suspends Operations, Winds Down Wallet Services
"After thorough evaluation and in aligned with regulatory requirements, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily suspend LifPay’s operations."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/lifpay-temp-suspends-operations/

2025-02-25 11:30:34

❄️ Frostr: Turn Your Nsec Into Rotatable Multisig
Frostr is a simple t-of-n remote signing and key rotation protocol for Nostr, powered by FROST.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/frostr-turn-your-nsec-into-rotatable-multisig/

2025-02-24 20:25:57

🌃 Good Morning, Bitcoin - Monday, February 24th, 2025
Good morning! Here comes another freedom-packed No Bullshit GM report, right on time, and precisely when needed.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-02-24/

2025-02-24 18:32:55

Validating Lightning Signer v0.13.0: Enhanced Configuration, Better Testing and Security
Validating Lightning Signer (VLS) is a library and reference implementation for a signer module to secure Lightning nodes. It separates your Lightning private keys and security rule validation from your Lightning node into a separate signing device, enhancing security by reducing the attack surface.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/vls-v0-13-0/

2025-02-24 13:44:48

Blitz Wallet v0.4.1-beta: The Efficiency Update
Blitz is a self-custodial Bitcoin Lightning, Liquid, and ecash wallet built using the Breez SDK, Greenlight, Liquid Wallet Kit, and Boltz. Available on iOS and Android.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/blitz-wallet-v0-4-1-beta/

2025-02-23 17:13:55

🕙 Block 885000: Important News of the Week
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/885000/

2025-02-22 16:52:04

RoboSats v0.7.4-alpha: LNp2pBot Orders on Android App
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/robosats-v0-7-4-alpha/

2025-02-21 16:21:22

Bybit exchange appears to have been hacked for approximately $1.5 billion worth of ETH. If confirmed, this would constitute the largest cryptocurrency hack to date.
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2025-02-19 18:11:32

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2025-02-19 12:05:01

🇳🇬 Nigeria Freed Gambaryan in Exchange for Access to US Financial Surveillance Capabilities - Report
"Let's be very clear: What the US has deemed acceptable here is that the cost of one innocent man's freedom is its potential loss for tens of thousands of innocent Africans." - @nprofile…8ynd
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/nigeria-freed-gambaryan-in-exchange-for-access-to-us-financial-surveillance-capabilities-report/

2025-02-19 10:53:57

🚨 PSA: Be sure to update your LND instance to the latest version, especially if you are using it with Lightning Terminal.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/lnd-v0-18-5-beta/
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2025-02-18 13:06:44

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True, thanks for taking the time to clarify, it's def something that can be articulated more clearly in our text.

2025-02-18 09:44:33

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any specifics on what is not true here?

2025-02-17 19:45:34

🌇 Good Morning, Bitcoin - Monday, February 17th, 2025
Good morning, Nostr. Is it even morning anymore? What is morning, anyway?
🆕 📰 ↘️
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-02-17/

2025-02-17 18:24:56

Alby Hub v1.14.2: Basic Swap Functionality, Home Widgets & More
"Alby Hub now has a healthcheck indicator, better fiat support, NIP-44 encryption, and a way for self-hosters to support Alby! We've also added basic swap functionality to the node page so you can more easily manage your liquidity without having to open new channels."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/alby-hub-v1-14-2/

2025-02-17 17:44:15

🇦🇷 Argentina's Milei Faces Fraud Charges, Impeachment Calls After Failed Memecoin Launch
Milei is embroiled in controversy for promoting LIBRA, a Solana-based token, whose value dropped 95% from $4.5 billion to $200 million over the weekend. Insiders reportedly cashed out $87.4 million in tokens during the incident.
"This scandal, which embarrasses us on an international scale, requires us to launch an impeachment request against the president," added Leandro Santoro, a member of the opposition coalition.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/argentinas-milei-faces-fraud-charges-impeachment-calls-after-failed-memecoin-launch/

2025-02-16 18:12:56

⌛ Block 884070: Important News of the Week
Nearly a thousand blocks later, it's time for another weekly digest 📰 ⏬
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/884070/

2025-02-15 20:25:04

☕ Good Morning, Bitcoin - Saturday, February 15th, 2025
GM? GM. The latest GM report is now available:
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-02-15/

2025-02-14 12:50:43

Bisq v1.9.19 & Bisq2 v2.1.6: Updates and Security Improvements
Bisq is a secure, private and decentralized bitcoin P2P exchange network. Bisq2 is set to be the successor to Bisq v1 and will support multiple trade protocols, multiple privacy networks and multiple identities.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bisq-v1-9-19-bisq2-v2-1-6/

2025-02-14 12:50:03

Bitkit v1.0.9: Fee Weather Widget, Bitcoin-to-Fiat Calculator
Bitkit is a self-custodial Bitcoin and Lightning Wallet for Android and iOS.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitkit-v1-0-9/

2025-02-13 17:36:56

Fountain App v1.1.16: Nostr Live Streams & Storage Manager
"Nostr livestreams are a beta feature - i.e. we still have a lot more work to do! We will continue to make improvements to livestreams over the coming months - so we would love to hear your feedback."
h/t @nprofile…wsz0
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/fountain-v1-1-16/

2025-02-13 17:12:29

❄️ COLDCARD Mk4 v5.4.1 & Q v1.3.1: New Message Signing Features, Address Display & More
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/coldcard-mk4-v5-4-1-q-v1-3-1/

2025-02-13 16:03:18

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Broadens Crackdown on Asian ASICs - Report
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seizing Asian Bitcoin mining ASICs. The crackdown now includes machines from MicroBT and Canaan, following the initial stoppage of Bitmain’s Antminer S21 and T21 models last year.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/cbp-broadens-crackdown-on-asian-asics/

2025-02-13 13:26:22

☕ Good Morning, Bitcoin - Thursday, February 13th, 2025
GM THE LATEST GM REPORT IS NOW AVAILABLE. CHECKOUT THE NEWS BUT FOCUS ON THE TOOLS. THERE'S NO FREEDOM WITHOUT PRIVACY DON'T LET THE FIRE WANE.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-02-13/

2025-02-13 11:14:13

Coracle v0.6.0: Nstart Onboarding, Note Scheduling, Olas Media Support
This release introduces several notable improvements, including support for kind-20 (Olas) image events, the implementation of Nstart for onboarding new users, and note scheduling via DVMs. Additionally, it comes with support for Tor/local relays.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/coracle-v0-6-0/

2025-02-13 09:21:49

BlueWallet v7.1.0 added support for importing minikeys (Casascius coins, Satori coins etc.) and includes fixes for ScanQR UI, signing exported PSBTs via COLDCARD, and more.
Source: https://github.com/BlueWallet/BlueWallet/releases/tag/v7.1.0

2025-02-12 21:52:51

The MIT Bitcoin Expo 2025 is scheduled for April 5-6, 2025, in Cambridge, Massachusetts
The 12th edition of the event will focus on how Bitcoin and freedom technologies can serve as tools for empowerment and economic sovereignty.
Get your tickets here: https://mitbtcexpo.org/
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2025-02-12 21:33:23

LND v0.18.5-beta: Bug Fixes & Improvements
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/lnd-v0-18-5-beta/

2025-02-12 09:41:03

⚡ LND v0.18.5-beta is now available
This minor release includes important bug fixes for AMP invoices, interactions with external software for normal invoices, fee bump transactions, performance improvements for Postgres backends, and UX improvements for custom channels.
Source: https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/releases/tag/v0.18.5-beta

2025-02-11 23:16:04

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2025-02-11 23:14:44

Obscura VPN Is Now Available on macOS
Obscura is the first provably private VPN that can't log your network activity by design and outsmarts network filters for enhanced censorship resistance. It is currently available on macOS, with support for other platforms coming sometime soon.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/obscura-vpn-is-now-available-on-macos/

2025-02-11 19:18:28

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2025-02-11 16:51:22

🌆 Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, February 11th, 2025
GM! Our latest GM report is now available:
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2025-02-11/

2025-02-11 16:17:06

🇺🇸 Bitcoin Policy Summit 2025 is set to take place on June 25th, 2025
The event will be held in the heart of Washington, DC at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.
Click the link below to express your interest in attending this year’s summit:
https://btcpolicyorg.typeform.com/policysummit
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2025-02-11 15:05:47

Primal v2.1: NWC Support for Primal Wallet and Web App
Primal v2.1 introduces Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC) support for both the Primal Wallet and web app, along with various feed improvements and Legend Cards
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/primal-v2-1/

2025-02-11 12:11:57

Alby Go v1.9.0: Push Notifications, Pay 0-amount Invoices & More
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/alby-go-v1-9-0/

2025-02-11 10:09:46

ZEUS v0.10.0-alpha1: Channel Renewals, Nostr Wallet Connect & Developer Tools
The ZEUS v0.10.0 open alpha test program has begun and is open to everyone.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/zeus-v0-10-0-alpha1/

2025-02-11 10:01:25

🇬🇧 UK Government Orders Apple to Create Backdoor for Encrypted iCloud Accounts Worldwide
"The British government’s undisclosed order, issued last month, requires blanket capability to view fully encrypted material, not merely assistance in cracking a specific account, and has no known precedent in major democracies."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/uk-government-demands-apple-to-create-backdoor-for-encrypted-icloud-accounts-worldwide/

2025-02-10 14:31:32

Proton Wallet Is Now Available to All Users on Android, iOS, and Web
"Thank you to everyone who participated in Proton Wallet’s early access period. Your feedback allowed us to dramatically improve the app, such as improving blockchain syncing performance and adding a replace-by-fee feature for speeding up transactions. Thanks to your support, we also have ambitious developments planned for 2025."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/proton-wallet-v0-0-57-0/

2025-02-09 22:55:13

⌛ Block 883093: Important News of the Week
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/883093/

2025-02-07 18:31:57

Wasabi Wallet v2.5.1: Configurable Fee & Exchange Rate Providers, Quality of Life Improvements
"New release 2.5.0 is here! This version continues to improve resiliency and makes some long-awaited improvements as a thank-you to our community!"
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/wasabi-wallet-v2-5-1/

2025-02-07 18:31:21

Aqua Wallet v0.2.7: Swap and Customization Options, Passcode & More
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/aqua-wallet-v0-2-7/

2025-02-06 20:37:40

Bitcoin Keeper v2.0.1: New Design, Miniscript Integration with BitBox02, COLDCARD, Jade, Ledger & More
"Bitcoin Keeper 2.0 is here! A reimagined design, powerful new features, and personal support—making it easier than ever to keep your Bitcoin safe."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-keeper-v2-0-1-keeper-desktop-v0-2-0/

2025-02-06 18:28:09

Tails v6.12: Important Security Fixes
In Tails 6.11 or earlier, an attacker controlling an application could exploit weaknesses in Onion Circuits and the Tor Browser wrapper, potentially leading to deanonymization.
"We are not aware of these attacks being used against Tails users until now. These vulnerabilities can only be exploited by a powerful attacker who has already exploited another vulnerability to take control of an application in Tails," said the project.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/tails-v6-12/

2025-02-06 18:27:23

Vertex: Web of Trust as a Service
Vertex is a Web of Trust service for Nostr developers, offering fast and reliable reputation scores to enhance personalized experiences and recommendations while protecting against impersonations and DoS attacks.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/vertex-web-of-trust-as-a-service/