OpnState

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Let every man make known what kind of government would command his respect, and that will be one step towards obtaining it. -Thoreau, on Civil Disobedience

Experienced policy advisor who promotes open and transparent government and free-market regulatory frameworks.

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Last Notes

2026-07-16 22:11:18

This is fine...... WTF
https://www.dezeen.com/2026/07/16/space-mirror-ffc-approval-reflect-orbital/

2026-07-12 20:49:00

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The new world needs a new kind of hero.

2026-07-08 02:37:03

While everyone was hypnotized and mesmerized by circuses with a big round ball and two opposing teams, I hear there was a movie on WikiLeaks that was released on NOSTR.
Is this true? Why aren't we talking about this? Was it released? Where can I see it?

2026-07-06 21:04:22

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Love a good giveaway

2026-07-05 12:07:01

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Interested, but more info needed. What's your teck stack? What operating systems do you support? I'm looking for Linux/android vpns mostly that can do both.

2026-07-05 12:03:56

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I've been away from nostr for the last three weeks. Etc is this bip 110 nonsense? Are we turning into solana??

2026-07-05 12:02:50

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Nice thought thanks for sharing

2026-07-04 11:51:27

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Mandatory telecom KYC??? Wtf???

2026-07-04 11:45:43

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Datacenters, cameras everywhere, and facial recognition. Nothing to see here

2026-07-04 02:58:49

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Can't buy a shirt now, but just discovered your product will have a look in the future!

2026-06-28 12:27:34

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Its easy to judge and criticize, so ignore haters.
You can never please everyone, especially keyboard critics.
Governments will target graphene soon. I hope you guys have a plan to go anon and underground (e. Gonna. Not use MicroSuck github, etc)

2026-06-27 14:56:26

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Nice comparison, sadly what you're actually measuring is the strengthening of the USD, not bitcoin.
Still, interesting to see how USD appreciated

2026-06-27 11:11:33

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Is there a link to the study where this came from?

2026-06-26 21:08:08

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Social manipulation will be intricate... So much so that we won't be able to notice soon....

2026-06-26 21:05:51

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Yes, I'm very bullish on monero. It will be the only non tradfi-manipulated asset. I was a gold bug and saw paparr gold press down the price of gold for decades.
XMR is now free from that, true price discovery based on supply and demand, not bullshit derivative trading.

2026-06-26 21:02:46

Just found my new phone for 2026. Privacy and open software first.
Its hard to find the right privacy phone, especially one that works well enough to be a daily driver. I've tried past Linux phones and none really worked.
My next attempt is the Jolla phone 2026
https://commerce.jolla.com/products/jolla-phone-sept-26
Native Linux open source os, android layer for apps (that can be turned off!) Privacy switch, replaceable battery.....
I'm actually getting mine shipped via the UK (they don't ship to america). Excited for this one...

2026-06-25 13:04:29

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I got my copy. and paid for it as well. Always going to encourage these types of projects.

2026-06-23 18:17:24

Haven't seen a post be @nprofile…6z2t in ages. X must be treating him well. I hope he is self censoring himself to make sure he doesn't get warned or banned!

2026-06-23 18:14:31

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Isn't it true that sperm can live a few days, and that measuring temperatures to get those 6 days exactly is really tricky?

2026-06-23 18:07:37

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Sadly, you'll see there is no algorithm to keep you addicted here, and definitely smaller numbers, but definitely quality over quantity.

2026-06-23 18:05:01

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Never did damus because it wasn't on android originally. And any good privacy and non censorship advocate worth a grain of salt uses de googled android, not iphones.
:)
Just stuck for me since that day

2026-06-17 08:55:48

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Hmm.... You've got a point. I use an open source voice to text... Would need more info on how that's processed here. Is it is based? Etc

2026-06-17 07:45:43

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That npub is it loading for me, what phone are you using?

2026-06-10 17:00:41

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Vote harder, it'll fix everything.
/s
You need to get active now, write to your representative, raise hell.

2026-06-09 20:22:11

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What he's saying is that you're going to need phone verification in order to log in to most websites. You want to log into your bank account and see your balance or do transfers. You'll need phone verification on an approved phone. It doesn't matter if you use Linux to access the website.

2026-06-01 12:52:19

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I just watched the speech. She does make points that are valid. So I give her that and being critical of any government is always a good thing.
My only issue with her position is she doesn't suggest or state how she would have done things differently. She talks about the breakdown of democracy, but the old government was incredibly corrupt and subject to the violence of the gangs. The old government was definitely not something that we want to bring back in any shape or form.
I agree that some innocents were swept up in the operations to clean up the country. However, when speaking to the local population, the vast majority of everyone I speak to supports what the government has done and is doing.

2026-06-01 11:28:56

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I go there 3 or 4 times a year.
Is she one of the last willing to speak out, or is she one of the only who have something negative to say?
I still see immense positive support for bukele and I don't spend time in bitcoin beach or Berlin when I go there.
What's better, a dictator that does what the people want, or a 'democracy' that lies and disenfranchises 50% of the population because it's captured by lobbyists?

2026-06-01 01:09:54

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China is taking over global policy development through the OECD and UN.
E. G. UN cybersecurity resolution that got passed on December 24th, 2024 (originally tabled by china and russia)
China is exporting its systemic surveillance globally via standard setting bodies.
I know vey little about supply side issues, so will be a good listen

2026-06-01 01:05:19

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We'll check it out.

2026-05-28 12:51:01

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I will be in Berlin in mid June, I don't speak German but would like to meet a fellow nostr

2026-05-27 15:10:24

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Yeah, embrace it. Maybe the algos will actually push your message forward. They might actually multiply your reach.
Always make sure to add a link to one of your articles which actually says things the way you want to say them.
But your message on X can be whatever bullshit you think The powers that B want you to say.

2026-05-27 15:08:34

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Love unstoppable. However, could you give me some basic information on the sanctions check that your wallet uses? What information is shared unto who?

2026-05-27 15:05:02

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Excellent article. Thank you for posting it here.

2026-05-27 11:29:10

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Maybe you could try sarcasm on your posts? May circumvent the algos? Digital IDs a great, they will protect me and you from harmful predators online! Etc.

2026-05-27 11:27:47

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Adoption won't happen until digital ID is in full swing and it's stored in your operating system so everything you do online itls tracked., and they finally go full Soviet communism on us.
People are too addicted to the algo on x.
I'm 100% nostr only. Maybe you should too?

2026-05-25 11:35:20

I have to say your podcast of the woman who was imprisoned for 12 months for a deleted tweet in the UK should be required listening for everyone still in the Uk @nprofile…vw8z
If you're still in the UK, it may be time to leave....

2026-05-25 11:28:24

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Does anyone doubt the UK is now full "communist"? What more evidence do you need?
Those that survived communism in russia were those who complied, or those who fled before it was too late.

2026-05-24 21:27:27

Cameras in cars, lip reading patents by Ford.... And don't think old cars will be exempt for very long....
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/federal-surveillance-tech-becomes-mandatory-161321992.html?guccounter=1

2026-05-23 20:54:30

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Beautiful explanation

2026-05-23 18:18:54

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I have maybe a hundred bucks on my lightning custodial wallet. It's what I use for day-to-day purchases. I don't store all of my Bitcoin on it or anything.
It has its use cases.
You're not going to transfer $100,000 on lightning, thinking it's anonymous.

2026-05-23 18:17:13

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I know this, I was simply trying to raise the issue up with unstoppable for a bit of push back on their post above

2026-05-23 14:42:13

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Wages being hammered in 3... 2.... 1...

2026-05-23 11:30:32

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This is a harsh reality we don't like to see, but need to see.

2026-05-23 11:06:53

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I have a question. A few months ago you guys added the sanctions check when making transfers. Is there a place I can read up on what is done here? Who is used for sanctions check, what data is shared?

2026-05-23 01:55:10

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Its not just central banks...
I'm actually of the opinion that the CIA is a KGB operation. Or, they were both created by the same people.
Too much centralization everywhere.

2026-05-22 22:11:11

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Fantastic speech well done!

2026-05-22 22:05:09

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I think you meant that post for Twitter, not nostr.

2026-05-21 23:25:50

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Good luck my friend. I've also been speaking against current compliance measures due to their inefficiencies. You may also want to mention that the FATF sets the standards for anti-money laundering and they are no longer controlled by the United States.
Money laundering is a post-crime, crime. We need to shift our efforts from trying to prevent post crimes to actually preventing the crimes themselves. And that's done by enabling law enforcement.

2026-05-21 23:23:14

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It's pretty amazing how many Bitcoiners from the conference are on NOSTR.

2026-05-19 16:00:08

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This is likely going to be an increasingly common narrative.
The F-A-T-F and other organizations, as you know, Lola, are waging a war on self-holstered wallets. So any donations from a self-hosted wallet, which isn't easily identifiable, will immediately bring up a red flag on their systems.
I don't have a solution for you, unfortunately. And I feel a huge amount of sympathy... Unfortunately, this isn't limited to one jurisdiction or country. It will be worldwide soon.
You still have to interact with the fiat system to buy airplane tickets, rent vehicles, or air B&Bs. Unfortunately, Bitcoin only rails just aren't as effective.
One avenue is to pick a jurisdiction and hole up and continue your advocacy online... That's my plan B and I picked El Salvador for that. If things start getting too difficult, I'm retreating.

2026-05-18 02:35:57

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How is the Linux integration of the hardware wallet?

2026-05-15 12:37:21

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I run a D Google Android phone and installed the app in my work profile because I compartmentalize my apps. Well, long story short, I can't use the app because it won't allow me to enter my pin and I'm certainly not using biometrics.
It just times out.

2026-05-14 18:00:30

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An alternative would be to embrace boredom.
I know it sounds stupid, but doing nothing and being bored is actually something that kids nowadays don't know how to do, especially somebody with ADHD.
One good way of being bored is to look at a candle burn. Just look at it, nothing else. Let your thoughts go wild. Just don't move and keep looking at the candle.
Eventually, he'll just get so tired of being bored that he'll do something.

2026-05-14 11:09:15

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A problem shouldn't have to interest him.
What I meant was give him difficulty.
If he has a phone, Brake in some way that requires him to fix it. No phone until whatever it is is fixed.
Start small, no/wrong on screen keyboard, etc.
And please don't fix it for him. You'll be tempted to

2026-05-14 02:56:39

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Give him a problem. A lack of goal or objectives is usually the number one reason for any kind of negative or depressive thought.
If he doesn't have any goals or objectives that he wants to pursue, then give him a problem to face.
People who are busy are too busy to be depressed.

2026-05-14 02:56:39

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2026-05-13 15:43:04

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I looked at the audience when I was on the stage and realized I had to take a much more fundamental approach. We had people like Q&A and Seth, they are talking about technical solutions from the Bitcoin perspective... But when I asked how many people in the audience had a privacy screen on their phone and only three or four people raised their hands that really hit me hard.
Privacy is a state of mind, a way of living your life, and it applies to everything, not just your phone or not just Bitcoin transactions.

2026-05-12 21:59:40

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What you could do and my suggestion is perhaps to decrease the amount of posts so it doesn't take up too much of your time. This would free up some time for other projects, while keeping a connection and your valuable contribution to our community.

2026-05-12 17:27:33

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Love it. Go analog. Buy vinyl records or dust off your compact discs and delete spotify.
Live your real life.

2026-05-10 19:23:06

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I've appreciated the content.

2026-05-10 13:46:23

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I know some high-level individuals in Brave and just like signal they have the intentions in the right place and are trying to do things properly.
You can use your own models and most of the data is held at the browser level.
I'm not saying there aren't any risks. I'm just saying that the vast majority of people use Safari or Chrome. And Brave is a definite step up for them.

2026-05-09 18:21:48

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I appreciate the education and meant nothing by my statement other than good intentions.
Certainly didn't mean to insult. Thanks for the wisdom.

2026-05-09 16:03:11

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Unfortunately, their case is still precedent setting.

2026-05-09 15:59:33

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I do see your point.
Financial institutions currently serve as on and off ramps, which allows Bitcoiners to interact with everyday world. Unfortunately, until every merchant accepts Bitcoin, we do need offramps to convert from Bitcoin to fiat and vice versa.
If these Bitcoin banks simply serve as readily accessible on and off ramps, making Bitcoin more accessible for the population, then I do think they have their good uses.
Believe me, I totally understand what you're saying, but unfortunately, if you go to El Salvador, it's hard to live on a Bitcoin standard.

2026-05-04 19:00:08

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Exactly. Eric was a true bitcoiner on stage, speaking about being unbanked, but actions speak louder than words...

2026-05-04 18:59:11

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Fair, and I dont know, but there's a site : freesamourai.org (I think)

2026-05-04 18:58:33

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Negative, Mr trump didn't acknowledge

2026-04-30 00:58:40

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Should have met up. Love meeting the NOSTR family.

2026-04-29 20:45:05

I just took this picture. This is the wife of one of the Samourai developers who is now in jail for having written code.
She walked up to a talk that Eric Trump was giving and held up a sign that said Free Samourai.
It's a true image of dedication, love and free speech. If you think we should have the ability to do private transactions on Bitcoin, or even if you just feel that this imprisonment is unfair, support her.
https://image.nostr.build/70885beacdc694eaa942435b314f9bffc9e6ec628924d502b134a8579e4313ea.jpg

2026-04-29 20:13:11

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If you know of any fix them.

2026-04-29 15:21:33

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CIA is too. A direct copy and response to KGB

2026-04-29 15:19:24

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I was pleasantly surprised to meet a few people from NOSTR physically at the conference. And when it comes to connecting anonymously, nostr is great. Screw x

2026-04-28 04:17:13

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Yeah, I'm seeing the huge XRP ads as well. It's amazing how much money they blew on that.

2026-04-24 21:59:54

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These images are hard to see. but they do put things in perspective.

2026-04-24 21:52:27

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This is the solution that I recommend. You don't actually own the domain. NJAL owns the domain and you rent it from them. Total privacy. There's nothing that tracks you to them. You can pay with Bitcoin. Don't have to do any KYC. It's actually one of the founders of the Pirate Bay running this.
@nprofile…86zd

2026-04-24 21:49:47

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Hell yeah! Source?

2026-04-24 21:08:09

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I saw the plane hit it!

2026-04-22 02:20:28

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No, just a fan. I go there 3 times a year mostly

2026-04-20 22:58:41

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I see the hope and optimism in El Salvador as well. It's a young country where people have recently been liberated and it feels like they are eager to figure out their place in the world. And do go outside of the tourist areas.... Routa de las Flores is nice

2026-04-20 11:18:39

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It's easy to look at something like that and think that it's going to snap any day now. But our monetary system is incredibly resilient and well entrenched.
It's going to bend and mold itself, not snap.
It boggles my mind how we can still use US dollars to purchase goods today.

2026-04-20 11:11:19

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Google and WhatsApp blacklist those numbers usually... Do they work?

2026-04-19 22:06:57

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You're right, I did

2026-04-19 18:31:50

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I have a panel at Bitcoin Vegas entitled Bitcoin versus the surveillance state. I'm going to be focusing on the return back to analog as a way to regain your own personal freedom and sovereignty.

2026-04-19 18:30:12

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80% of it is not using apple or windows and switching to Linux and a degoogled phone.
If you haven't done the above, anything you do is like putting lipstick on a pig.

2026-04-19 18:28:56

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To all those who think you can vote for the right person and get freedom ^^^

2026-04-19 15:57:54

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Hmm, unsure what you want me to reply here. Remain silent in the shadows is your suggestion?

2026-04-19 15:56:23

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Estaras?

2026-04-19 02:05:50

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I've been given a speaking spot at Las Vegas and I think I may just attend this one... Would love to meet you guys in person.

2026-04-17 03:23:04

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No one is ever 100% right. Not me, not you, not him. Doesn't mean he's wrong about this that he isn't right about other things.

2026-04-15 19:37:21

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Huge graphene fan here. Tried a few, calyx, etc and graphene makes it easy

2026-04-15 19:33:20

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Soon on steam?
Good old games (gog.com) for the win.

2026-04-14 10:02:32

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What ai tool did you use for this? Love the recap

2026-04-14 09:46:27

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Its pretty obvious what kind of prison is being built in the UK. Oh and canada. And australia... And any other Commonwealth country out there.
The electoral system has been hijacked globally, can't be trusted anymore to reflect the will of the people.

2026-04-14 02:18:09

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Best just to send sats to people who do content for a living. Nostrs strength is its resistance to censorship above all else

2026-04-14 02:00:35

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It has enough votes to be discussed at the Alberta legislature. Long way to go

2026-03-28 15:53:18

Bitcoin Conference Ticket Givaway!
I've been invited to speak at Bitcoin Las Vegas 2026 on a panel called "Bitcoin vs. The Surveillance State" on Wednesday 3:30pm - Genesis Stage.
I won't be holding any punches for this one and focusing on open source privacy solutions like NOSTR. I've been granted one free ticket for "friends and family" and well, we are all friends here - so I'm asking for your help: I want to know what your biggest issue is with intrusive government surveillance is and why.
I'll be giving away the free ticket to whoever boosts this post (so more people see it) and whoever writes the most interesting or thought provoking reply. (no spaghetti slop from AI please).
Choice of who wins is made April 11th. Looking forward to a good discussion. Don't let me down, Nostr Fam!
https://image.nostr.build/2897aa267c64223900b0bc9c2452d161d8c38793bb6c8378fa2f11777d9b7f7a.jpg

2026-03-27 11:36:12

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Any worth recommending? Videos I mean.

2026-03-22 20:40:00

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AI dungeon does this well too

2026-03-22 12:40:36

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Wait, you're actually incorporating an AI to this? Where are the LLMs hosted?

2026-03-21 21:50:48

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Thanks for posting this