cadayton

I reviewed this documentation and I still left wondering what are the basic resources needed to run one's own relay.
CPUS: ?
Storage: ?
Bandwidth: ?
Thinking it would be nice to have a Nostr Relay plugin for BTCPay Server.

2026-07-05 18:34:27 UTC

#nevent1q…jg8t

2026-07-05 18:28:57 UTC

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I'm stuck on self-hosted instance of Core 27.1. Oh fuck now I have to retool to get Knots/BIP replacement in place.
Extremely disappointed that Bitcoin Core has been captured and I'm left wondering will prevent the same happening to Knots.
Considering just throwing in the towel.

2026-07-05 15:50:37 UTC

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The part to remember is he is just the mouth piece. The real enemy is hiding in the background and must be discovered and destroyed.

2026-07-05 15:42:33 UTC

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Dark Wisp is working great on GrapheneOS for me. I had some annoying issues with Wisp though.

2026-07-05 15:21:36 UTC

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It goes to show that people are corruptible and will give away their integrity only to never be able to buy it back.
Hopefully you are not discourage from making all the great contributions.

2026-07-04 16:46:37 UTC

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My home was built 4.6 Billion years ago. Happy 4th everyone.

2026-07-04 15:48:58 UTC

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Here is my test profile for anyone wanting to play with Vector.
https://vectorapp.io/profile/npub1y52rhup2dwdzwx8vm2pgz2nft28dkmamjq95akd34glm0fwq9vys4h29my

2026-07-03 19:33:05 UTC

Came across this nurse's experience during COVID that was posted on twitter/X and then later removed. Now it is available on X again.
Don't forgive or forget, it's a much watch for everyone.
https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1mnxepDOZEWJX

2026-07-03 01:07:38 UTC

For those rebels who missed this one, its worth a read.
https://lightning.news/clarity-act-passes-senate-banking-committee-bitcoin-wins-crypto-loses/
Here is a rebel song for you too.
https://dfcrock.com/track/3042238/rise-up

2026-07-02 14:44:12 UTC

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I don't know Larry, but it's seems all CEO's of large corps are a little off normal (whatever that is).
Let's not forget that Oracle is one of the few corps that didn't mandate the COVID jab.
My experience with Oracle support is a positive one.

2026-06-27 19:11:03 UTC

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I've given away more than 1 BTC. I choose make it count. If this makes me a cheapskate then I'll wear that badge with honor.

2026-06-27 14:13:44 UTC

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Most on nostr likely don't have an inflow of sats, so parting with what few sats they have stacked isn't an option for them.
The no-kyc rails do they even exist any more? From my prospective they don't.
The bulk of offers on P2P exchanges are using stablecoins.
I think we are witnessing the capture of Bitcoin by those wanting to control the payment rails. With this in place what is the differences between Bitcoin and Fiat.

2026-06-26 02:17:35 UTC

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OCI has a free-forever offering. I've been using since 2022 to host a BTCPAY server instance. Check into it. I've yet to pay any hosting fees.

2026-06-26 00:46:01 UTC

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It will require bloodshed to fix.

2026-06-26 00:41:44 UTC

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Do you like green eggs and ham?

2026-06-26 00:13:41 UTC

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Curious, could the relay run within these resource limits?
Shape: VM.Standard.A1.Flex
OCPU count: 4
Network bandwidth (Gbps): 4
Memory (GB): 24
Local disk: Block storage only (200GB)
If so, OCI free-forever option will cost you $0 per month to host.

2026-06-24 03:20:22 UTC

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Not sure if it was just Covid or people being online too much thinking they can interact with people the same way they interact with them online.
In my world, that is a good way to get knocked on your ass.

2026-06-24 03:08:05 UTC

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Good to know. Thanks for the references. Running 27.1 and don't plan on upgrading anytime soon.

2026-06-24 02:37:45 UTC

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You have my attention. Maybe come out with a basic tutorial that guides people on doing cool stuff with Flotilla.
Goal is to have a Discord like app correct? I've refused to use Discord after it started age verification, so having a good replacement keeps me interested.

2026-06-23 14:13:17 UTC

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Kool!!!
Hey this URL is getting a load error:
https://cadayton.onrender.com/blog

2026-06-22 14:35:04 UTC

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What dumb founds me about the whole Core vs Knots/BIP-110 are:
1. What is going to prevent Knots from suffering the same fate as Core?
2. If Knots/BIP-110 is the way forward? There should be more information on guiding people how to make the switch over rather than debating the differences.
The bottom line is: Is any form of a monetary system safe when human hands are involved? So far it appears NOT.

2026-06-22 14:15:15 UTC

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I do.

2026-06-20 14:15:08 UTC

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Open another Bank account separate from your standard one. If people did in-person networking better, then Vexl would be a good option too.

2026-06-19 13:11:27 UTC

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Good luck with that.

2026-06-19 12:53:49 UTC

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Non-contributing people likely bitch the loudest.

2026-06-18 19:15:42 UTC

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Not sure if you are just trying to funny or not...
The best choices would be to use a bunker or a browser extension to login. Using your nsec directly, one risks it being exposed

2026-06-18 03:35:20 UTC

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Unfortuately farmmatch.com wants to collect personal info before getting access. No sense of mentioning this on Nostr because most will say F that.

2026-06-17 14:02:25 UTC

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Working for me on Firefox.

2026-06-16 14:06:52 UTC

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It was actually 1000 sats thow.

2026-06-16 14:06:06 UTC

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Your welcome

2026-06-16 03:26:53 UTC

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Just me I guess. In it for the long term though. So far no regrets.
Since all the rails to Bitcoin are captured, it is very cumbersome to stack sats. Plus all bad acters flocking to P2P exchanges do not help either.

2026-06-15 16:48:11 UTC

First post using Dark Wisp on GrapheneOS.
https://cdn.nostrcheck.me/17e3966df444e0ee273ada8f405c0fc0f11a8b32a39b928f749e139eaf6a07c2.jpeg

2026-06-15 15:40:42 UTC

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I'm using POP!_OS 24.04 with Cosmic.

2026-06-15 15:37:40 UTC

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No error message. The interface just changes to seeing the URL on the top bar.

2026-06-15 15:34:48 UTC

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Roger that. I'm on 0.4.0 using AppImage.

2026-06-15 14:23:36 UTC

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This is a parenting issue. Both TV and social media should be band by parents or at least extremely controlled access.
When I was growing up, I wasn't even allow in the same room as the TV unless there was a show I was allowed to watch.

2026-06-15 14:14:55 UTC

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Nope that didn't work.

2026-06-15 03:36:59 UTC

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Well it takes time to migrate from Windows. When MS mandated the COVID jab, I kicked MS to the curb.
I was very surprised how well PowerShell works on linux.
I started with system76.com POP!_OS running as a guest using VirtualBox. I'm now running multiple Linux VMs on system76.com hardware. I still have a Windows VM that I can power up if needed, but have not done that in a long time now.
See cadayton.onrender.com/blog for some of the PowerShell accomplishments running on Linux.

2026-06-15 03:25:58 UTC

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I tried joining the Bitcoin Community. I'm not seeing 'New Chat → Join a Community'. Link that allows me to join the group. Thanks.

2026-06-14 19:54:22 UTC

Everyone needs to watch this. Do not stack sats by using stablecoins because they are captured by the banks.
https://youtu.be/apHsX_uo5-g
When you go to the various P2P exchanges, the bulk of the offers are requiring stablecoins. Fuck stablescoins they are the enemy we are supporting by using them. P2P exchanges allowing stablecoins usage should be avoided.
Looks like the only rail left is doing in-person exchanges which comes with big risks too. Maybe Vexl will be the best way to proceed stacking sats.
Please repost this so everyone is fully aware of who the enemy is.

2026-06-14 13:57:53 UTC

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I see the fight as:
1. fiat systems (and anything associated) needs be destroyed and replaced by Bitcoin or better.
2. People need to care about one another more than they care about getting rich.

2026-06-10 13:30:31 UTC

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What are normal people anyway? People who do not understand the fiat system or people just too lazy to make a difference.
I think any other solution will suffer from the same fate. Humanity at it's worse.

2026-06-10 13:20:15 UTC

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Probably should have went with $dummass :)

2026-06-08 22:53:47 UTC

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Just says Thanks for all he does!!!

2026-06-06 17:56:37 UTC

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As long as the developer knows how to review and validate the AI generated code, I'm okay with that.
I'd say the days of not using AI to assist in developing your project are history.

2026-06-05 22:41:18 UTC

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Weird. Why does this app cause all 8 of my CPUs to jump to 30/50 percent usage.

2026-06-05 13:30:31 UTC

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It will be interesting to see how this plays out. The odds of retail investors getting in on the SpaceX IPO is next to zero.

2026-06-05 13:26:00 UTC

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Are u risking some in the SpaceX IPO? I think retail investors won't stand much of chance.

2026-06-05 13:19:13 UTC

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Cool to know there is still a glimmer of hope. Thanks for sharing.

2026-06-05 13:12:30 UTC

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I'd say if money is your only motive for doing it then your likely doing it for the wrong reason and it will show in the work accomplished.

2026-06-05 13:08:15 UTC

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There is a big lack of integrity by a lot of folks on social media and in every day dealings. This is nothing new.
Ones only recourse is not to give away your integrity.

2026-06-04 18:39:27 UTC

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Your track record speaks for itself. I've been using Coracle lately as my goto Nostr client.
I'll definitely look into using Caravel. Thanks.

2026-06-04 18:31:32 UTC

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Well said.

2026-06-04 18:27:36 UTC

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I zap as a small way to just say thanks for ones big or small contributions they make. Hopefully, this might encourage them to continue.

2026-06-01 14:17:46 UTC

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If devs could create proper usage documentation for their project, that would be a big help too.

2026-05-30 14:26:48 UTC

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I'd 2nd the BTCPay server option. Here are some references for you to get started.
My blog on setting up BTCPay Server: https://cadayton.onrender.com/blog/Automating-BTCPAY-Server.html
Implementation of it: https://btcpayserver.sytes.net/
Etsy would likely get you a broader audience and not sure if one can setup bitcoin payments with it though.

2026-05-27 17:39:56 UTC

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My dad's advise to me was if you don't have anything nice to say then just shut the fuck up.

2026-05-27 00:53:08 UTC

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That is why he has the mitts on so he can't eat. We all have our vises some visible and some not. Working on removing my last vice (smoking). I quit 100 times but started 101 times. :)

2026-05-27 00:41:20 UTC

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Doing some fishing I see.

2026-05-26 13:24:57 UTC

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Nearly 4 years running a Lightning Node myself. It's a BTCPay Server being hosted for free in the OCI cloud using LND. If it wasn't for free hosting, I'd shut it down a long time ago.

2026-05-26 13:12:13 UTC

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2026-05-25 23:12:34 UTC

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I was a paying Proton customer for many years and out of the blue they froze my account. They proceed to bullshit me as to why the account was frozen.
Too make things even more humorous their primary support communication was email so communication was difficult in getting the account unfrozen.
I'm not a paying customer anymore and moved to tuta.com for email.

2026-05-25 18:33:46 UTC

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Unfortunately, Proton has lost their way. I have zero trust in them.

2026-05-23 18:47:28 UTC

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When the government is so corrupt that you get the same result regardless of who you vote for, then voting is pissing in the wind.
It might be time to vote to outlaw governments. Think that would stand a chance.

2026-05-23 18:22:02 UTC

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This reminds me of shit in one hand and wish in the other and see which one fills up faster.

2026-05-23 18:08:39 UTC

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PoS part of BTCPay server is optional but you'll get a similar setup close to what a Virtual Private Node is providing.

2026-05-23 14:07:52 UTC

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Ever reviewed running a BTCPAY Server instance? It removes a large portion of the maintenance work with added benefits.

2026-05-21 17:50:35 UTC

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Can always roll your own. I'd recommend using the LND Rest API.
It's amazing that the number of people trying to rug each other in Bitcoin and Lightning. This doesn't leave me with much hope that it will ever catch on which is very sad. Not much hope in my mind for humanity.

2026-05-21 17:28:06 UTC

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Welcome!!! Surprised it is not illegal to use nostr in the UK these days. 🤠 Anyway keep up the good fight.

2026-05-18 03:40:10 UTC

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https://blossom.primal.net/fd89052d29dcc83dceadb7f125764aaa77a6a4a1ea98c0a44d1cfc43d52228da.png

2026-05-17 14:27:58 UTC

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I wonder how many new people to Bitcoin and Nostr don't have a clue about what Bitcoin address reuse means? Anyway for all those who don't understand here is a reference for you. https://www.lopp.net/bitcoin-information/privacy.html

2026-05-16 14:25:03 UTC

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Still kicking.

2026-05-15 15:17:55 UTC

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Awesome!!! I'll give it another try.

2026-05-13 22:44:42 UTC

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It's amazing what one can do with slave labor. :)

2026-05-13 22:37:41 UTC

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Roger that. It's just a matter of time before MT, ID and etc... are plagued with the same issues. It's time to stand and fight.

2026-05-13 18:08:57 UTC

For those interested in exploring the LND REST API to your lightning node. Check out BTCpay, a set of scripts that implements it.
https://cdn.nostrcheck.me/bfbf10610f73421e386838b5d9cba8671f8ce249c74e2647730859dda3af3ff8.png
Although, its PowerShell it is implemented and only running on Linux at this time.
https://cadayton.onrender.com/blog/Automating-BTCPAY-Server.html

2026-05-12 17:38:37 UTC

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Try the App Image, but the dialogs were not in English so I stop the process

2026-04-30 01:57:30 UTC

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Don't know much about the creator of the movie, so feel like I'd be making a blind bet. Away definitely a worthy cause.

2026-04-27 14:42:59 UTC

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Nice setup on Shadowbip.com

2026-04-25 01:57:06 UTC

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Next time try closing the door. :)

2026-04-17 16:21:29 UTC

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For those who don't mind using the CLI to interact with LND using it's REST API check out https://cadayton.onrender.com/blog/Automating-BTCPAY-Server.html to get started.
This option performs a static channel backup.
```
PS > ExportAllChannelBackups
https://lightning.engineering/api-docs/api/lnd/lightning/export-all-channel-backups/
ExportAllChannelBackups returns static channel backups for all existing channels
known to lnd. A set of regular singular static channel backups for each channel
are returned. Additionally, a multi-channel backup is returned as well, which
contains a single encrypted blob containing the backups of each channel.
BTCpay ExportAllChannelBackups SCB
Creates a static channel backup file named, scb-<mynodealias>.xml
```

2026-04-17 02:02:24 UTC

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This is very unfortunate. Rather than teaching people how to securely lock down their bitcoin wallet, we have people trying to sell you some device or software with the illusion it will protect your stack.
Heres my blog that contains several articles providing examples of creating cold wallets. cadayton.onrender.com/blog Hopefully, this helps someone over the hump.

2026-04-13 16:02:01 UTC

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ditto

2026-04-04 02:12:38 UTC

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I'm in Nymchat now as cadayton in geohash #c2. Will private message work? Works for me.

2026-04-04 02:02:26 UTC

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No the invoice is paid. You should have received 10K sats.

2026-04-04 01:58:27 UTC

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Replied via Gossip but replying again via Ditto.pub. Gossip crash out on me for some reason.
Anyway no error message. I just copied the invoice to my wallet to pay it.
Anyway, not big deal for me. I just wanted to give a small thanks to all the effort you are putting into Nymchat and everything else you do.

2026-04-03 22:58:14 UTC

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Here is another source for you. The Creature from Jekyll Island. If one can't take the time to understand how the fiat system works, then they won't have enough motivation to truly understand Bitcoin.

2026-04-03 18:53:35 UTC

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Wow! I would seek advise from a trust doctor. Here is a good place to start.
https://www.goldcare.com/

2026-04-03 18:43:48 UTC

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Regardless of which Linux distro you decide to go with, I recommend you build a VM instance of it decide which one suits your needs the best.
I'm using a system76 desktop with version 22.04 (GNOME DE) and it is serving me well. On the other hand, I have 2 VMs using 24.04 (COSMIC DE) and for me it still needs to mature a little more and they are actively improving it daily.
As for apps. I would reconsider Proton in favor of tuta.com but ultimately when Nmail (Nostr mail) is stable it might be the way to go for email stuff.
I always tell myself, if my data isn't local then I'm trusting something to keep it private. For sensitive local data, it is always encrypted. VeraCrypt is my go to tool for doing this.
For Nostr, I would consider running the Gossip client too. Its not as sexy as some of the other GUI clients but it's been very helpful for me in getting my follow lists dial-in.

2026-04-03 18:02:27 UTC

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Well that is unfortunate but I understand your frustration. There is no way a small routing nodes can make financial sense at continuing operations based on fees collected. Likely best for small nodes to just stick to a private channel.
I've been running a Lightning Node (LND) via BTCPay Server for about 3 years at zero host costs. I've automated the shit out of so you don't have to. Go check out my blog if you ever have a renewed interest.
https://cadayton.onrender.com/blog

2026-04-03 17:40:26 UTC

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Hi Lucas,
Did a Flair purchase but I was using a local copy of Nymchat which might have messed up the process. Thoughts?
https://cdn.nostrcheck.me/298b8281dde612b0c6e7475c2a1bcf1ba7f440132db37093f2474582800ddd94.webp