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EPISODE: 133
BLOCK: 843588
PRICE: 1540 sats per dollar
TOPICS: exchange traded funds changed the paradigm, supporting open source, embracing transparency
project website: https://bitwiseinvestments.com/crypto-funds/bitcoin
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(00:00:04) WBD Intro
(00:02:27) Introduction to Citadel Dispatch
(00:03:01) Introduction of Hong Kim, cofounder and CTO of Bitwise, and discussion on Bitcoin ETFs
(00:04:28) Challenges faced during the 6-year process of working on the Bitcoin ETF
(00:07:35) Discussion on the approval process and timeline of Bitcoin ETFs by the SEC
(00:15:16) Reflections on the significance of having a Bitcoin ETF and the impact on the community
(00:22:36) Comparison of assets under management in the Bitcoin ETF market
(00:28:26) Discussion on the model of funding open source contributors through profits from the Bitcoin ETF
(00:34:41) Explanation of the long-term commitment and financial implications of funding open source contributors
(00:38:04) Discussion on the success of a debut and comparison to an IPO moment
(00:39:10) Comparison of the ETF moment to a state change rather than a singular event
(00:40:01) Challenges faced by financial advisors in including a Bitcoin ETF in portfolios
(01:18:56) Bitcoin ETFs in kind redemptions
(01:19:30) Importance of Self-Custody for Bitcoiners
(01:21:08) Advantages of Bitcoin ETFs and In-Kind Possibility
(01:30:52) Discussion on eCash and Financial Privacy
(01:46:39) Progress and Urgency in Financial Privacy
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EPISODE: 132
BLOCK: 842579
PRICE: 1606 sats per dollar
TOPICS: intuitive user friendly open source projects, building a non profit, self custody freedom focused apps vs captured custodial counterparts, how to contribute
project website:
https://bitcoindesignfoundation.org/
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(00:00:03) Mallers Intro
(00:01:41) Introduction to Bitcoin Wednesday and Citadel Dispatch
(00:02:39) Conversation on open source design, specifically Bitcoin design
(00:05:21) Importance of user experience design in Bitcoin adoption
(00:08:48) Discussion on the Bitcoin Design Foundation and its goals
(00:10:08) Challenges and importance of design standards for Bitcoin projects
(00:20:42) Impact of privacy-focused design in open source projects
(00:36:06) Discussion on increasing donor support for Bitcoin design projects
(00:46:43) Process for project review and improvement suggestions by the Bitcoin design team
(00:50:21) Encouraging designers to contribute to projects
(00:51:11) Discussing the disconnect between designers and developers in project implementation
(00:52:34) Importance of collaboration between designers and engineers for product development
(01:35:24) Importance of unity and collective action during challenging times like COVID
(01:36:00) Acknowledgment and appreciation for the contribution of Mo to the community
(01:36:33) Recognition and gratitude towards dedicated supporters of the show
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EPISODE: 131
BLOCK: 842479
PRICE: 1584 sats per dollar
TOPICS: better nostr DMs, opensats, ten31, hard questions
Jeff on nostr:
https://primal.net/p/npub1zuuajd7u3sx8xu92yav9jwxpr839cs0kc3q6t56vd5u9q033xmhsk6c2uc
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(00:00:03) CNBC INTRO
(00:01:08) Bitcoin Tuesday and Freedom Tech Discussion
(00:02:07) Introduction of Guest Jeff and Discussion on Nostr
(00:39:07) Concerns about privacy and security on social media platforms like LinkedIn and TikTok
(00:42:52) Discussion about the importance of having tools and libraries like NDK (Nostr Development Kit) for developers
(00:50:28) Reflection on the impact of OpenSats and the significance of developer support in the Bitcoin and Nostr community
(01:08:09) Personal reflection on the dedication to Bitcoin and the impact of its success or failure
(01:10:53) Discussion on the challenges and risks associated with managing funds in Bitcoin and the importance of security in handling large transactions
(01:12:56) Identifying obstacles that may be hindering the progress of Bitcoin and Nostr Development, and exploring potential lessons from other tech sectors for faster growth
(01:13:35) Discussion on OpenSats and Bitcoin company development
(01:15:55) Importance of OpenSats as a unique organization in the Bitcoin space
(01:21:28) Conversation on regulatory challenges and self-custody of Bitcoin
(01:27:57) Debate on privacy and identity protection in the digital world
(01:37:36) Exploration of mainstream adoption vs. niche user focus in Nostr
(01:49:26) Discussion on each and Fedi as useful tools in the ecosystem
(01:54:04) The challenges faced by ecosystem actors
(01:55:40) The importance of having multiple developers for improvements
(01:57:34) Encouraging contributions to open-source projects
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EPISODE: 130
BLOCK: 841665
PRICE: 1758 sats per dollar
TOPICS: why bitcoin?, the power of free and open source software, lnbits, the path forward, nostr, failure of centralized governance
project websites: https://lnbits.com/ + https://nostr.com + https://nostr.org
Ben on nostr:
https://primal.net/p/npub1c878wu04lfqcl5avfy3p5x83ndpvedaxv0dg7pxthakq3jqdyzcs2n8avm
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(00:00:04) CNBC Intro
(00:04:05) Impact of Fed Announcements on Global Economy
(00:08:24) Bitcoin and Freedom Tech Discussion
(00:14:04) LNBits Project Overview and Development
(00:27:47) Evolution of Custodial Services in LNBits
(00:38:18) Building Security Features for LNBits
(00:39:55) Challenges with Demo Server Usage and Security Measures
(00:40:18) Discussion on Real Use Cases of Bitcoin Park and LNBits
(01:13:22) Nostr IoT projects
(01:14:38) Discussion on the importance of public key crypto and Bitcoin in empowering individuals and building better cooperatives
(01:40:37) Nostr as a Bitcoin child project and its significance in the freedom technology space
(01:51:44) Discussion on the prevalence of listening devices like Alexa and Ring doorbell cameras in homes, comparing it to George Orwell's predictions
(01:52:18) Introduction to Nostr IoT and its simplicity in controlling devices like light switches and solar panels
(01:55:19) Focus on building a marketplace and the importance of Nostr to empower individuals
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EPISODE: 129
BLOCK: 841531
PRICE: 1646 sats per dollar
TOPICS: building an open competitor to major video streaming platforms, the future of nostr
project websites: https://zap.stream
Kieran on nostr: https://primal.net/p/npub1v0lxxxxutpvrelsksy8cdhgfux9l6a42hsj2qzquu2zk7vc9qnkszrqj49
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(00:00:04) Intro Clip
(00:03:03) Introduction to Citadel Dispatch
(00:03:57) Guest Introduction: Kieran and Discussion on ZapStream and Snort Projects
(00:05:27) Development and Evolution of ZapStream Project
(00:07:21) Challenges and Future Plans for ZapStream
(00:09:07) Monetization Strategies and Features for ZapStream
(00:11:51) Discussion on Withdrawals and Lightning Addresses in ZapStream
(00:19:00) Importance of User Experience and Features in ZapStream Development
(00:21:23) Focus on Snort Project and Development Challenges
(00:25:22) Comparison with Mainstream Platforms and Ethical Development Practices
(00:35:23) Future Enhancements and Features for Upstream and Snort Projects
(00:40:26) Discussion about raiding streams and stream events
(00:41:20) Experience with ZapStream and its features
(00:42:06) Conversation about OpenSats and grants
(01:16:25) Discussion about domain names and NIP5 handles
(01:17:01) Conversation about impersonators and domain ownership
(01:49:16) Financial challenges and losses in various projects
(01:51:01) Warning and advice about financial risks in projects like Bitcoin TV
(01:53:30) Discussion on integrating ZapStream comments into StreamYard
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EPISODE: 128
BLOCK: 841388
PRICE: 1586 sats per dollar
TOPICS: election integrity, verifiability, hashes, timestamps, experiences on the ground in Guatemala, using this method in America
project websites: https://digitalwitness.io + https://film.simpleproof.com/
Carlos on nostr: https://primal.net/p/npub14advhxua8w78gl2z7q8c4s20htxkzq4cu5mhj34ep0puf7smyqzszrd7qq
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(00:00:03) CNN Intro Clip
(00:01:32) Introduction to Bitcoin Monday and discussion on securing elections with Bitcoin
(00:07:41) Discussion on the election process in Guatemala and the use of blockchain technology for election auditing
(00:41:58) Tutorial on number guessing and advanced tutorials on mobile screens
(00:43:00) Gamifying election audits and engaging young people in democracy
(01:00:00) Importance of election integrity and the role of Bitcoin in protecting elections
(01:19:13) Expressions of gratitude and upcoming events announcement
(01:20:29) Sentiments about love and care
(01:23:42) Closing remarks and farewell
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EPISODE: 127
BLOCK: 840689
PRICE: 1543 sats per dollar
TOPICS: using the financial system to oppress people, bitcoin provides hope, difficulty when using bitcoin
project websites: https://acf.international/ + https://hrf.org/
Anna on twitter: https://twitter.com/AnyaChekhovich
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(00:00:00) CNBC Intro
(00:02:45) Challenges faced by an organization in using Bitcoin for financial transactions
(00:56:18) Benefits of Accepting Lightning Donations
(00:57:03) Privacy Concerns with Coinjoin and Encrypted Messaging
(00:57:39) Educational Challenges in Bitcoin Adoption
(00:58:28) Importance of Multilingual Support in Bitcoin Products
(01:00:13) Role of Education in Bitcoin Adoption
(01:05:00) Bitcoin Adoption Efforts in Nonprofit Organizations
(01:10:33) Challenges with Bitcoin Tools and Wallets
(01:15:31) Bitcoin Adoption and Freedom Advocacy
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EPISODE: 126
BLOCK: 840543
PRICE: 1500 sats per dollar
TOPICS: building the damus nostr client, bitcoin influence on nostr, zaps, opensats concerns
project website: https://damus.io
will on nostr: https://primal.net/p/npub1xtscya34g58tk0z605fvr788k263gsu6cy9x0mhnm87echrgufzsevkk5s
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(00:00:00) Fox Business Intro Clip
(00:01:27) Introduction to Citadel Dispatch
(00:02:30) Discussion on building NostrDB, outbox model, and decentralized relay system.
(00:38:26) Discussion about NostrDB and verifying notes
(00:39:23) Designing a Nostr client with the outbox model
(00:39:47) Importance of fast implementation and new technology in multiplatform client development
(01:10:49) Discussion on the demand for a nice, fancy NIP5 from Damus
(01:11:12) Exploration of the scarcity of a namespace in Damus
(01:11:31) Conversation on default media uploads in Damus and thoughts on media uploads going forward
(01:49:43) Importance of transparency and feedback in handling rejection reasons for OpenSats grants
(01:50:11) Discussion on the significance of zaps and the challenges of revenue generation
(01:51:12) The need for increasing user base and different strategies for growth
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EPISODE: 125
BLOCK: 839662
PRICE: 1658 sats per dollar
TOPICS: nostr development culture, sovereign engineering, bittorrent, i2p, ipfs, tradeoffs and benefits, AI and LLMs, how communication will evolve going forward
project websites: https://satellite.earth/ + https://nostrudel.ninja/
hzrd on nostr: https://primal.net/p/npub1ye5ptcxfyyxl5vjvdjar2ua3f0hynkjzpx552mu5snj3qmx5pzjscpknpr
stuart on nostr: https://primal.net/p/npub1lunaq893u4hmtpvqxpk8hfmtkqmm7ggutdtnc4hyuux2skr4ttcqr827lj
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(00:00:03) Fox Business Intro
(00:04:18) Introduction to Citadel Dispatch and discussion on Gold vs. Bitcoin arguments
(00:06:44) Conversation about the Nostr ecosystem and its development
(00:26:19) Focus on developing the satellite stack and creating a Discord like server on Nostr
(00:36:04) Importance of making Nostr infrastructure indestructible and uncensorable
(00:39:55) Discussion on Hyper DHT and its role in making Nostr more secure and decentralized
(00:44:39) Exploration of alternative DNS solutions and the concept of discoverability in Nostr
(00:45:33) Reasons for the limited adoption of I2P and challenges with its complexity
(00:45:51) Connecting to the entire world and the peer-to-peer aspect
(00:46:45) Importance of web of trust in making connections based on followers
(00:47:55) The significance of social activity in producing signal and deriving social capital
(01:29:14) Discussion on the reliance on large relays and the deletion of the Damus Relay
(01:30:26) Importance of users holding the cards of the actual infrastructure in Nostr
(01:33:09) Debate on the role of peer-to-peer networks and the need for authenticity in the digital sphere
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EPISODE: 124
BLOCK: 838478
PRICE: 1457 sats per dollar
TOPICS: fedimint, self custody, lightning address, hybrid approach, nostr, social integration, subscriptions, the power of open protocols, bolt12, open source funding
project website: https://mutinywallet.com
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(00:00:02) CNBC Intro with Yellen
(00:02:07) Mutiny Wallet and its features
(00:29:44) Pain points of Fedimint
(00:33:36) Discussion on the nature of Fedimint and its relationship to Bitcoin
(00:42:46) Discussion about Cash App, Venmo, and Signal app payments
(00:44:17) Talking about mutiny as the freedom Venmo
(00:49:40) Integration of Nostr Wallet Connect and Mutiny wallet
(00:54:46) Importance of Nostr profile and interoperability
(01:03:18) Discussion about the perception of not caring about Noster
(01:08:14) Integration of Twitter into Mutiny Wallet
(01:19:06) Implementation of NWC subscriptions and comparison with Bolt 12
(01:24:37) Issues with Zeus' implementation and its impact on mobile users
(01:25:42) Using a federation for middle ground in Lightning address support
(01:27:28) Privacy and Lightning address registration
(01:49:30) Saylor asking companies not to support open source devs
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EPISODE: 123
BLOCK: 837415
PRICE: 1530 sats per dollar
TOPICS: self custody lightning, tradeoffs, fee burden education, full stack integration, bolt12, future plans
project website: https://phoenix.acinq.co/
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(00:00:02) CNBC Intro
(00:02:08) Introduction to Citadel Dispatch podcast
(00:49:43) Nostr Wallet Connect
(00:51:52) Using Nostr Wallet Connect for subscriptions and setting up payment thresholds
(00:52:23) Bolt12 and its major milestone in creating a static address for receiving lightning payments
(00:57:13) Phoenix Server and its ease of use for developers to build lightning-connected services
(01:09:41) What happens if the Phoenix node goes offline and how users can recover their funds
(01:14:18) Future features of Phoenix Wallet
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