Hello! Seiiti Arata (English profile)

Bitcoiner, listen up: DON’T BE A COWARD.
Everyone who believes in bitcoin has spent years being mocked, insulted, and even accused of being a scammer.
Now, with bitcoin hitting new all-time highs, it’s tempting to remember those who talked nonsense to you and rub it in their faces.
But then you think: “Showing off and acting arrogant isn’t cool. I don’t want to come across as conceited. My mom taught me to be humble… I’ll just let it go.”
Or maybe you don’t even remember those insignificant people.
Some even say, “Wow, Arata, I wish I could be as zen and calm as you! But I find it weird to see you on Nostr and X being so toxic toward people who don’t understand bitcoin.”
But let me tell you something:
Don’t be a coward! This is bitcoin, dammit!
And bitcoin is different.
This time, you SHOULD NOT let it go.
Do you know why?
Because those who talked nonsense about bitcoin not only made an expensive mistake for themselves. They also HARMED the entire world.
Think about all the good people who could have protected their wealth using bitcoin but held back because of the nonsense spouted by financial influencers, politicians, bankers, and others tied to the old financial system.
So many people could have turned their lives around for the better. It’s a matter of logical reasoning! It’s not some emotional, reality-twisting argument by virtue-signaling activists.
Even some influencers (well-meaning but stubborn and clueless) just needed a bit of humility and intellectual curiosity to get it.
But what did they do? THEY were the arrogant ones, refusing to learn about bitcoin.
They chose to mock, make stupid jokes, and ignore the obvious. Now, they’re paying the price.
And there’s more:
All their nonsense delayed bitcoin adoption.
This means they helped keep the fiat system (government money) alive.
And do you know what the fiat system does? It keeps people poor, enslaves them with debt, and supports a model that destroys lives.
So here’s the message:
DON’T BE A COWARD!
Don’t let laziness or politeness stop you from speaking the truth.
Show those financial influencers how badly they messed up. Show them the magnitude of their mistake. Expose those who DELIBERATELY LIED to people, spreading misinformation about bitcoin because of CONFLICTS OF INTEREST.
They need to understand that what they’re defending is a broken system, while bitcoin is changing everything.
You’re doing the right thing by rubbing it in their faces.
You’re not just being toxic.
You’re actually helping the world.
Being “toxic” toward enemies is being kind, courageous, and generous.
Rubbing the truth in their faces isn’t arrogance. It’s simply opening their eyes to reality.
The sooner they realize their mistake, the sooner we can move past this unjust system where State and Money are intertwined, harming the world.
WE NEED TO SEPARATE STATE FROM MONEY.
And if that causes tears and gnashing of teeth? So be it. Everyone deserves to reap what they sow—or fail to sow.
Government currency has never been more pathetic. It has never been worth so little.
And every minute they cling to this broken system, they’re losing the chance to change their lives.
Here’s the truth: Either they wake up now, or they’ll keep suffering.
(Inspired by a wonderful tweet by Professor Saifedean)

2024-10-20 21:05:49 CEST

Rudeness is the imitation of strength by the weak. Insults try to fake courage, but deep down, it’s just a disguise for insecurity.
Those who are truly strong don’t need to attack or humiliate, because real strength lies in the calm and confidence of someone who knows they don’t have to prove anything to anyone.

2024-10-18 21:32:59 CEST

Gotta listen to this
#note14sv…nszs

2024-10-18 21:31:42 CEST

What you think? Anyone trying to trade now?
#note1dnm…c0ed

2024-10-18 18:15:17 CEST

LOW TESTOSTERONE? Watch the signs:
• No morning erections
• Throws tantrums and complains a lot
• No desire to compete
• Ethereum holder

2024-10-18 12:24:00 CEST

FREE means someone else is paying.
(And many times, it's YOU)
Good morning ☀️

2024-10-18 12:19:20 CEST

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I'm not sure how to reply to this question. The analogy that I have is Twitter. To my personal style of using that platform I also think that the global feed is useless over there and I never use it.

2024-10-17 23:50:31 CEST

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Sir
Global feed is useless
Gotta curate your feed

2024-10-17 23:49:27 CEST

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Interesting points
Yes. Previous implementation could be bypassed but it would take some effort. This alone would help
#nevent1q…5rlh

2024-10-17 20:14:43 CEST

Reminder: Your espresso machine forces boiling water through plastic tubes and high pressure against chemical-laden capsule linings. This can expose you to endocrine disruptors and other contaminants.
Italian Moka maximalist here. Reject modernity. Embrace tradition.

2024-10-16 01:06:18 CEST

Anybody tried Van Leeuwen ice cream? Ingredient list is impressive

2024-10-15 15:36:43 CEST

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@npub1htn…3qac @npub1mmu…zwmm not sure if you could point to the right people to ask this

2024-10-15 15:26:29 CEST

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Would love to see more and more development for multiple key management
#nevent1q…urnt

2024-10-15 15:19:24 CEST

Hey @npub1agh…mhct I have 3 different keys. This one (English), another for Portuguese and another for Spanish. When running Nostr Relay, I would like to be able to add all 3 keys. Would this be possible? Or maybe run 3 separate instances of the app (less efficient)?

2024-10-15 04:46:29 CEST

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Had no idea about it - thanks for explaining!

2024-10-15 04:20:46 CEST

Hi @npub1xts…kk5s you know how much I love @npub18m7…q955 - this is why I ask please check how @npub12vk…pugg did their wallet and one-tap zaps. Can we have the same here???

2024-10-14 12:15:09 CEST

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Well... most people are retarded

2024-10-11 13:23:35 CEST

You say “Great! Thanks!” to AI. It’s probably out of politeness—or maybe you’re playing it safe in case of a future robot apocalypse.
I say “Great! Thanks!” to refine the AI’s training, improve its memory, and get better outputs next time.
We are not the same.

2024-10-10 13:54:13 CEST

YOUR ANGER COMES FROM WITHIN
A monk decided to meditate in peace in the middle of a lake. He closed his eyes and surrendered to the silence.
Suddenly, he felt another boat bump into his. With anger building up, he opened his eyes, ready to rant all over Xwitter. Who was the idiot crashing into boats? The lake was supposed to be enjoyable.
But then he noticed the boat that hit him was empty. In that moment, he understood:
The anger was within him.
After that, whenever someone tried to provoke him, he remembered the other person was just an “empty boat.”
Anger always comes from within.

2024-10-07 12:02:49 CEST

The 🐝 does not waste time trying to convince the 🪰 that 🍯 is better than 💩
GM

2024-10-06 01:06:18 CEST

Things are not getting worse. They are getting more obvious (to you). The NPCs are not yet noticing. Act accordingly.

2024-10-05 15:00:59 CEST

THE VOTE IS THE WEAPON OF THE PEOPLE! Hahaha, wake up, kiddo. Your vote is worthless. Do you really think your vote in an election with millions of voters… just one vote really makes a difference? Childish. One vote is like a drop in the ocean. Sure, it might have emotional value for you, but that’s an immature way of looking at the world.
Rational adults understand that the real impact of an individual vote is minimal.
Hold on, kid. I’m not telling you not to vote. But while you’re getting all emotional about the next election, you’re ignoring what really matters: your daily decisions.
Let me ask you: When was the last time you learned something that truly boosts your chances of success? These choices, like improving your skills or saving money, have a much bigger impact on your life than any vote.
Be honest. Who controls your life more, you or a politician? Spending hours discussing politics or getting upset over the news won’t bring you anything. But learning something new or improving your financial health will. Imagine using that time to learn how to protect your money (anyone thinking of bitcoin?) or starting a project that actually changes your life.
Before you waste time on politics, look at your own house. Did you make your bed? Is your desk organized? Don’t try to fix the world if you can’t even fix your own space.
Instead of wasting 30 minutes arguing on social media, use that time for something that will improve your life right now.
Every time you argue online or spend hours watching the news, you’re wasting time. And time is something you never get back. What gets results? Learning something useful, taking care of your health, or improving your finances. That’s what changes the game for you.
Real freedom doesn’t come from an election. It comes from having protected money, valuable skills, and the ability to move if needed. That’s what we call “voting with your feet.” Trading your energy for personal growth is what gives you real power.
Instead of focusing only on national politics, think: how can you improve your life locally? Yes, elections matter, but are they the best use of your time? Or would it be better to invest in yourself right now?
In the end, spending your energy on politics while ignoring your personal development is a bad choice. Powerful groups and celebrities can move thousands of votes more than you can with your single vote. Your vote doesn’t really matter that much, mathematically speaking. So, focus on what you can control: your skills, your finances, your relationships.
Every minute you spend worrying about what you can’t change is a minute wasted. And that time could be invested in building a future where you have control, no matter what happens out there.
Your time is limited. Don’t waste it on politics. The most important vote you cast is the one you make for yourself, every single day.

2024-10-05 14:35:56 CEST

You trust politicians, brands and institutions.
I trust Internet autists with anime pfp.
We are not the same.

2024-10-05 03:05:52 CEST

Hello, baby👶🏼. STOP COMPLAINING ABOUT WEAK LEADERS AND START FIXING YOUR OWN WEAKNESS.
The more frustrated you are with a weak leader, the more it reflects your own weakness.
Stop ranting about how others failed you. Let it go. Toughen up. Grow up, baby. Build your own strength, and become the person you no longer need help from.

2024-09-30 10:34:04 CEST

Most people are so easy to fool, and it shows. All it takes is a new outfit and a based haircut for them to fully trust the lizard people. NPCs gonna npc.

2024-09-29 10:02:40 CEST

Want to create buzz and get people talking? Just manipulate the useful idiots using SIMPSONS.
It’s easier than you think. Just watch an old Simpsons episode where they feature a public figure. Pay attention to the setting, clothes, and behavior.
Then, in real life, just copy that look, repeat those phrases, or act in similar ways. Have your team record you or take photos.
When the media picks it up, the useful idiots will jump to say, ‘The Simpsons predicted this!’ It’s a simple way to manipulate the narrative and generate free publicity.
You make it happen, and they’ll never know it was all planned from the start. Just an idea. Not claiming that anybody already did this...

2024-09-29 10:02:24 CEST

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Not sure why content warning was applied. Will repost

2024-09-29 10:01:38 CEST

2024-09-28 10:31:14 CEST

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What I'm thinking is the following. Few people follow good key security practices and basically just copy and paste their key into various apps and experimental sites, which could eventually be attacked.
Even I have had moments when, in a rush to try out some new service, I ended up putting my private key there just to see what would happen... which isn't ideal. Ideally, I should be using something like Amber, for example.
So I consider my experience here to be quite temporary, and I know that at some point I'll have to migrate to a new key.
Even the fact that I'm publicly writing this message here is a way for me to protect myself for the inevitable moment when my key gets compromised and some malicious person or bot starts posting inappropriate things under my key. At least now I’ve left a record 😁

2024-09-28 04:53:25 CEST

One day there will be a security exploit and many nostr private keys will be compromised. Bots will be publishing bad content under your name/key. Make sure you are ready for this scenario and can change keys easily and tell people about it.

2024-09-25 10:04:02 CEST

Congratulations to all people involved in doing rage-word-of-mouth marketing for Marques. Feels organic.

2024-09-23 07:56:20 CEST

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Wow

2024-09-23 07:14:19 CEST

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Japan orange pilling in progress - thanks Jan3!
#nevent1q…vuv5

2024-09-23 07:07:42 CEST

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@nprofile…wknw nice!!!

2024-09-23 07:05:51 CEST

Awesome search tool for nostr search: nos.today by darashi

2024-09-23 06:58:25 CEST

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An honour to meet you and the Jan3 team in the Godzilla land, sir! Much success ahead!
(In Nostr I'm using this other key for English communication)

2024-09-22 09:58:01 CEST

Stablecoins soon on bitcoin with RGB solution. Keep an eye on what Bitfinex is doing

2024-09-20 15:45:16 CEST

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That's sad. Noticed some glitches here but was thinking I just need to learn more and improve configs

2024-09-20 04:03:48 CEST

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Awesome tip @nprofile…4pxj !!!

2024-09-20 04:03:16 CEST

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Make sure to click the gear for options and then go to Experimental and toggle on eCash

2024-09-20 04:00:26 CEST

Wanna play with cashu? Check this out
https://blitz-wallet.com/
Still learning about it

2024-09-20 01:51:14 CEST

STOP WASTING TIME WITH NPCs
Most of your interactions are a waste of time. The reason is that you're interacting with NPCs (who in games are non playable, irrelevant characters). In real life, NPCs simply repeat narratives without questioning.
And why is this a waste of time?
Interacting with NPCs is like watching the same episode of your favorite series for the eighteenth time: familiar and comfortable, but ultimately unsatisfying. It adds nothing to you.
When you engage with people who think for themselves, you're challenged to reflect, question, and grow. They aren't afraid to challenge the status quo and encourage critical thinking.
So, how do you identify an NPC?
Ask questions that few people know how to answer. Inquire about perceived risks and the outlook for the future. An NPC will usually say everything is fine and won't see the real current problems, or they'll only worry about the risks they've been instructed to worry about. IYKYK.
Stop wasting your time with empty conversations.
Surround yourself with people who inspire you to question and think.

2024-09-14 08:51:00 CEST

Impressive development of Fedi app. A few bugs (display name creation didn't go smooth on first try, adding community also a bit glitchy, possibly server issues?)
But the concept is very interesting and actual use was smooth once onboarding was done.

2024-02-11 18:44:00 CET

Did you notice that the developers at https://clams.tech/ only put a link to their NOSTR key in their personal links section? There's no Xitter or other centralized networks. NOSTR-First.
*Clams is an interface for CLN nodes, establishing a secure and encrypted connection through the Lightning Network. Once the user sets the permissions, the app allows for sending and receiving payments, among other functions.
You can use various payment methods, such as Keysend, BOLT11 invoices, LNURL, and BOLT12 offers. The app also assists in managing Lightning channels and offers a dashboard for financial control.
Being a Progressive Web App (PWA), Clams runs on any device with a browser. It provides a mobile experience similar to Zeus, while its desktop version more closely resembles Ride The Lightning in terms of usability. Clams is focused on privacy, does not keep logs, does not use trackers, and keeps all data stored on the user's device.

2024-02-11 13:37:37 CET

Which communities on zapddit do you recommend? https://arata.se/zo4ys

2024-02-10 20:56:28 CET

You must travel! You have to enjoy life, live experiences! Right?
Not necessarily.
Look, we often think that to be happy we need to be always doing something grand or living unique experiences. But the truth is that happiness comes from within, not from the things we do or have.
This applies to material goods, such as cars or smartphones, as well as to experiences, to love, and relationships. If we believe we need to travel to have a good life, or we need someone else to be happy, we will feel incomplete until we find that person.
So, try to change the way you see your desires. Instead of thinking "I need this to be happy," tell yourself "It would be nice to have, but I can be happy without it."
Give it a try: write down your desires.
When you don't fulfill those desires... then what? Do you feel unhappy?
Now, think about the opposite.
What if all your desires were fulfilled, would you never want anything again? Would you be completely happy forever?
Probably not, because as soon as we get something, we immediately want something else.
Desires are INFINITE. Fulfilling them can bring us momentary joy, but that happiness doesn't last. True happiness is not in getting what we want, but in being content with what we have.
So, it's normal to want things. But these desires shouldn't control our happiness. By finding joy within ourselves, we minimize suffering and find peace. This involves practicing gratitude, valuing the relationships we have, engaging in meaningful activities, living in the present moment, and appreciating the small things in life.
In summary, the key to happiness is not found in external experiences or in fulfilling all our desires, but rather in cultivating internal satisfaction and appreciating what we already have.
https://nostr-arata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/s-improvement-003-C-s-m5jKqn.mp4

2024-02-09 19:14:06 CET

NOTHING IS GRANTED.
Only entitled arrogant people take things for granted. Stay humble. Do the work.
#nevent1q…xmyw

2024-02-08 13:03:22 CET

Here's a NOSTR Setup on Android for those who want more control (requires above-average technical knowledge): a combo of Obtainium and Amber. I'll explain the 2 tips below:
(Oh, and a bonus tip for iPhone users: buy an Android. The Apple App Store has abusive practices that worsen every day, making life difficult for developers and users)
1. Use Obtainium to download app APKs.
Obtainium is an app that allows you to download and update open-source applications directly from developers, like on GitHub. This means you can get the latest versions quickly, without waiting for Google Play Store approval. It's useful for those who want the latest features or security fixes immediately.
This gives you direct and fast updates, without intermediaries. It brings the latest versions of apps to your device, ensuring you have immediate access to improvements and fixes.
Download Obtainium: https://github.com/ImranR98/Obtainium
Enable installations from unknown sources in Android settings to install.
Configure Obtainium: After installation, launch Obtainium. To add an application, copy the URL of the project of interest.
Add Applications in Obtainium: In Obtainium, tap the "+ (Add App)" button, paste the copied URL, select the necessary options, and tap on "Add". Obtainium will search for the correct version of the app for your phone and monitor the currently installed version.
2. Use Amber.
Amber is an application designed to better manage your private key. As you should know, in Nostr, we don't use a username and password. We use a public and private key. And if you enter your private key in a lot of places, there's a risk it could be compromised forever.
Amber allows you to securely store your Nostr private key in the application, which simplifies the authentication process across different Nostr clients and services without the need to repeatedly enter your private key.
Got it? The main advantage of Amber is convenience and security. It centralizes the management of your Nostr private key in one place, reducing the risk of exposure or loss of the key. With Amber, you can easily sign Nostr events using your stored private key, facilitating secure and efficient interaction with the Nostr ecosystem.
Amber Link: https://github.com/greenart7c3/Amber
Special thanks and Split Zap for the Nostr tip: @npub1u79…0uud - thanks Capivara!

2024-02-06 20:45:59 CET

🚨 SCANDAL: TODAY, BITCOIN JOINED WITH SHITCOINS. And that's good for you. Here's why:
Have you seen what Citrea released today? A scalability few expected for Bitcoin... becoming compatible with Ethereum (EVM compatibility). HUH?
Well, now that I have your attention, I continue with less hype:
You may have heard that altcoins serve as a laboratory for Bitcoin.
And many people criticize Bitcoin saying it doesn't scale or that it's just a pet rock because it doesn't have smart contracts. These criticisms make some people look towards cryptos, but what they don't realize is that if something truly good appears on these other networks, Bitcoin can and will incorporate it. Enter Citrea.
Citrea brings a big novelty to Bitcoin, allowing it to make many more transactions and even become compatible with EVM, which is the basis for Ethereum's smart contracts. This shows that Bitcoin is not stuck in time, unlike what some declared enemies of Bitcoin keep saying as a FUD strategy.
Using a technique called zero-knowledge proofs, Citrea doesn't focus on hiding information, but on making the system scalable, confirming transactions without needing a lot of data.
What Citrea does is bundle several transactions outside of the Bitcoin blockchain and then only shows a tiny proof that everything is right, without clogging the timechain with details. This means you can do a lot more with Bitcoin, without losing the security we like.
With Citrea, Bitcoin begins to use smart contracts similar to those of Ethereum, without needing to change how Bitcoin works underneath. This opens the door for Bitcoin to do things that we previously only saw in other currencies, such as automatic exchanges and other decentralized financial functions. In other words, the "edge"/differential of shitcoins that declared themselves different is over.
Learn more at https://arata.se/wjylu

2024-02-05 14:30:00 CET

Let me share something useful. Next time you're feeling down because you want something you don't have or you're upset about something you do have, remember this:
it's all about how you see things.
https://nostr-arata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/s-improvement-002-C-s-SSv5fd.mp4
When you're stuck wanting something: It's like this - imagine you're convinced that having a certain thing, like a fancy car or the perfect job, will make everything better.
Instead of fixating on "I need this to be happy," try thinking, "It'd be cool to have, but I'm okay without it." This little switch in mindset can lift a huge weight off your shoulders. It's about enjoying what you've got right now, even as you maybe look for something more.
And when you're dealing with stuff you wish you didn't have: Say, a tough job or a health issue. It's super easy to get caught up in how much you want things to change. But sometimes, leaning into what you're going through, finding small things to be okay with, can make a big difference. It's not about giving up hope for something better, but it's about not letting what you're going through right now take over your happiness.

2024-02-04 13:41:00 CET

Fungibility ≠ Traceability
Bitcoin is fungible, although it can be tracked when it is on-chain (base layer). These are two distinct concepts.
Fungibility means one bitcoin is equal to another. This is a key characteristic of the asset. To understand non-fungible goods, the classic example is a piece of art, which by its nature is unique and does not allow for one item to be exchanged for another using compensation, which is part of the law of obligations.
On the other hand, traceability refers to the ability to verify a transaction history. This allows for the creation of contracts between parties with specific specifications. However, it remains within the contractual freedom between parties: it does not affect the fungibility of bitcoin.
For example, an exchange may decide not to accept bitcoins that have been part of a CoinJoin. This decision of the exchange is made through its terms of use (contractual agreement with the exchange user).
This situation is similar to the functioning of traditional currencies. The dollar is also fungible. One dollar has the same value as another dollar of the same denomination.
However, each dollar bill has a unique serial number. This makes it possible to track the movement of individual notes.
I made a video a while ago:
https://nostr-arata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/s-bitcoin-001-C-s-AKYQZ4.mp4
Whoever finds money like in the video clip needs to take into account that the serial numbers are listed somewhere very likely.
And if certain notes are on a list for being part of illegal activities, a bank may refuse to credit the value and even report to the authorities when a customer tries to make a deposit.
In both cases, the legal definition of the asset (bitcoin or dollar) continues to be fungible. Saying bitcoin is "less fungible" would be similar to saying the dollar becomes less fungible in the case of tracking serial numbers.
Another common argument is in the case of Ordinals and "rare sats" affecting fungibility. Again, this is a contract between parties. And contracts between individuals do not modify legal nature. Similarly, there are collector markets that buy dollar notes with unusual serial numbers: https://arata.se/xexhq and this does not change the legal, fungible nature of the US dollar.
This is why the concepts of fungibility and traceability are separated.
The ability to trace does not change the inherent property of fungibility in bitcoin or dollars. It simply adds a layer of information that may influence the decisions of certain parties, based on the history or origin of the assets.

2024-02-01 18:24:00 CET

A young student, eager to learn, sought out a renowned mentor. He asked how long it would take to achieve mastery.
"Ten years," the mentor replied.
Not satisfied, the student proposed to dedicate himself fully, reducing sleep hours and doubling his efforts, hoping to speed up the process.
"Twenty years," the mentor stated.
This story teaches us that haste can be an obstacle. True progress requires more than just excessive effort and the sacrifice of rest.
https://nostr-arata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/s-wisdom-01-C-s-2kjrtz.mp4

2024-02-01 16:04:00 CET

Hello all of you who are fans of politicians. Yes, it doesn't matter what the party is, whether it's left or right: Understand the COBRA EFFECT.
Basically, sometimes government solutions to problems can end up creating even bigger problems.
Let's talk about the Cobra Effect. This name comes from a situation that happened in India when it was a colony of England. The government wanted to reduce the number of cobras.
And then? Well, they decided to pay for each dead cobra delivered to them. It seemed like a good idea.
But people saw a chance to make money. They began to breed cobras to sell to the government. When the government realized this, they canceled the payment. Then, people released the cobras. There ended up being more cobras than before.
Something similar happened in Mexico City in the 1980s.
The city had a lot of pollution because of cars. The government made a rule. Cars with certain numbers on the license plate could not drive on certain days. The goal was to decrease the cars on the streets and the pollution. But people began to buy more cars. Many were old and polluted more. This did not decrease the pollution.
In fact, it increased. 🤡
These stories show that simple solutions can bring complex problems. They teach us to think carefully before accepting that the government has all the answers.
We need to avoid solutions causing more problems. This is the Cobra Effect. It's a lesson about thinking carefully about the consequences of actions.
https://nostr-arata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/s-theory-01-C-s-d7r3.mp4

2024-01-30 22:41:14 CET

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Only idiots use it according to some anon

2024-01-30 18:39:54 CET

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Good point sir. I am sharing your message to spread the v4v word around
https://twitter.com/seiitiarata/status/1752385366110163216

2024-01-30 17:03:00 CET

DOMINO EFFECT: Imagine the government decides to raise the minimum wage. If you are, say, the owner of a café. This sounds like good news for your employees. But your costs go up and profits stay the same.
Because of this, you have to make difficult decisions. You might need to lay off some employees. It's not what you want, but there isn't enough money to pay everyone.
You try to reduce expenses. Maybe you use cheaper ingredients or reduce services like air conditioning. This changes what it feels like to be in your café. Fewer people might want to come.
Another option is to raise prices. But this could drive away your regular customers. If only the wealthiest can afford it, you lose the essence of your café. This could lead to losing sales and, eventually, having to close.
This problem is an example of the Domino Effect (aka Knock-on Effect). A government action leads to a series of unwanted changes. It's important to think about all the consequences before making decisions.
https://nostr-arata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/s-theory-02-C-s-7N7uDJ.mp4

2024-01-29 17:09:37 CET

Today's special tip: @MostroP2P - similar to @lnp2pBot but uses Nostr to be unstoppable with censorship resistance in #bitcoin transactions through the Lightning Network.
(By the way, have I mentioned today that NOSTR is better than Twitter? Well, I have now)
To use Mostro, you need a Nostr key and a Lightning wallet. I'm still figuring out how it works, but from what I understood, if you want to sell your satoshis, Mostro generates an invoice. When someone agrees to buy, both of you communicate through Mostro to make the exchange.
It doesn't matter which fiat money (or other crypto) you use. That's up to you to agree on. And then the payment is sent directly from the buyer to the seller. After both confirm the transaction, Mostro releases the seller's sats to the buyer. If someone tries it out and has practical experience, correct me, but I understood that each transaction is a maximum of 20000 sats.
More details:
https://github.com/MostroP2P/mostro
Official website:
https://mostro.network/
https://image.nostr.build/518ec096154680a8d0992e5a9739581add1b10974f0c12528a487b5d908a1e87.jpg

2024-01-29 16:50:14 CET

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lolll

2024-01-29 16:49:44 CET

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that's something i enjoyed in Mutiny and find it very nice to have in Zeus, thank you

2024-01-29 16:28:15 CET

check this on Mostro
#nevent1q…x5dg

2024-01-29 16:24:17 CET

everybody check this out
#nevent1q…f42f

2024-01-28 19:32:27 CET

Feeling grateful. So many awesome people in this world doing relevant work.

2024-01-28 19:28:02 CET

Make sure to follow @npub1tjk…s9w3
Great work here
https://anitaposch.com/lightning-wallet-test-2024

2024-01-28 18:29:43 CET

BTC Sessions requested, I comply
#nevent1q…4qhl

2024-01-28 18:28:49 CET

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Thank you sir - I'm trying this today in different situations and sometimes it does not work for whatever reason, perhaps depending on the client the person sending the zaps, dunno...

2024-01-28 16:21:01 CET

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Did it work?

2024-01-28 16:19:22 CET

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Hi, I have been trying to create posts with the More Options - Zap Splits but not sure if it is working.
So this post is currently configured to do a Zap Split between me (20%) @npub1w4u…0jr5 (30%) who kindly shared a tip about https://app.nsecbunker.com/ and of 50% to @npub1ye5…knpr as you can see in the print screen below and also when trying to zap this note.
Config screen:
https://image.nostr.build/681d9044fc3c41517544ae64a1340dffe4a81c4290042096ba76a8b2cff2a297.png

2024-01-28 14:11:07 CET

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When I check my Notifications and see something interesting I want to share by clicking to do a Quote repost, I'm getting the error "Something went wrong"
Is this also happening to you? Not sure if it is only on my end

2024-01-26 17:40:51 CET

hey @npub1mut…23vg in some tests I'm making (sending to Wallet of Satoshi and also sending to a Lightning Address with BTCPayServer) the LNURL Comment is not arriving. Is this expected?

2024-01-26 16:16:41 CET

Do you know what a Payjoin is? Here's what I learned from @npub170d…chu7 :
Payjoin is a variation of CoinJoin, wherein the sender collaborates with the transaction recipient to conduct a joint transaction. Originating from BIP-78, crafted by @npub1zfy…m60l (the creator of @npub155m…dcvg ), it addresses a key problem in typical transactions where a sender pays a merchant. This problem is the 'common-input ownership' heuristic. Simply put, when I send you money, all the inputs are usually mine.
Moreover, transaction outputs often reveal the recipient and change due to differences in address types (change-scriptpubkey) and the presence of rounded, larger, or smaller amounts (change-round-amount).
Payjoin mitigates these issues:
For the recipient, it provides a chance to consolidate their coins. They can even make payments in the same transaction where they receive a payment.
For the sender, it alleviates privacy concerns related to the mentioned heuristics.
Payjoin is becoming popular across several implementations.
I did a search and looks like since 2020 this was in the works:
https://twitter.com/HillebrandMax/status/1253682677774983170
Hey @npub167h…schc - I'm not sure if this is really your npub - I tried to use find it in https://wasabiwallet.io/ and could not see a Nostr link and https://www.nostr.directory/p/wasabiwallet told me user is not found.
Anyway, special thanks and praise to @npub1mut…23vg for their Nostr-First approach and recently posting about Payjoin. This is how I heard about it today.
(This is my contribution to help spreading around the concept of Payjoin and apologies if something got lost in translation. In case anyone zaps this note, I will be splitting it with @npub170d…chu7 who was kind to teach me in simple language about what this Payjoin is about)

2024-01-26 16:03:03 CET

#Neuroscience 08 | Don't judge others. You are not perfect either.
Try to see things from the point of view of the other (Nick Szabo used to talk about this idea). It does not mean you must agree with them.
https://video.nostr.build/bdc2f833007a305f573de13c852951fc0b2230ff1f197e5a46640e6680db9118.mp4

2024-01-25 23:11:10 CET

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Could you display QR code and ln invoice exactly like Coracle does? That would help

2024-01-25 18:32:16 CET

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@npub1w4u…0jr5

2024-01-25 17:00:49 CET

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Hello npub18ams6ewn5aj2n3wt2qawzglx9mr4nzksxhvrdc4gzrecw7n5tvjqctp424 sir - thanks for the welcome message sent to my Spanish profile! I'm tagging you here since I believe this topic may be of interest and you could have some opinion to share

2024-01-25 16:46:03 CET

THERE IS A PERVERSE INCENTIVE IN NOSTR LAND
https://image.nostr.build/6c746ea022a7c5311ec7ff5a9a754cf49e20898be58e249133149f6f5859b4c6.jpg
Okay, let's talk about the power play and existing possibilities and incentives.
We've all seen how Big Tech uses engagement algorithms to keep us hooked. They strategically throw at us everything from rage bait to polarising content and hyper sexualised content (most would agree that Instagram is more erotic-powered than Xvideos itself).
Now, Nostr's supposed to be our breath of fresh air, right? We should not take it for granted.
Let's have a frank discussion on Clients.
Think about it. The teams developing Nostr Clients have the incentive to want more users. I love what they do and I'm grateful for it. Of course we all understand market forces and it makes sense that Client teams need to become financially successful. This is how it will become sustainable.
So, in a hypothetical scenario, Client teams may do some implicit or explicit partnerships with influencers.
It's a bit like scratching each other's back – you help me get users, I help you get followers.
Important: I'm not accusing anybody of this. I'm just saying it is a POSSIBILITY. The incentives are there.
Ever noticed how, right after you join some Nostr Clients, they're already nudging you to follow certain big names? That's not just random. Could there be some deal behind the scenes? We may never know. But it is POSSIBLE. And this possibility by itself is already quite worrisome.
And what about those Nostr "Highlights" or "Trending"? On the one side, it can be seen as a useful feature to help... on the other side, this is editorial intervention coming from the Client to steering the ship towards certain content.
Could Nostr Clients be motivated to simply give interesting content and help new users stick and reduce churn? Or could there be the aspiration to have power such as the one from Big Tech determining what to add to our feed and what to shadow-ban?
Once again: I'm not accusing any Client of doing this. I'm very grateful to have the possibility of using nostr.
However I'm pointing out IT IS TECHNICALLY POSSIBLE that Clients get too much editorial power akin to Big Tech, boosting certain content for whatever reason coming from them and this alone is very worrisome.
Let's keep our eyes open. Where there is power, there is the possibility of abuse of that power.
We've got to stay sharp, ask questions, and discuss with Client developers about their features of editorial recommendations.
Will c.c. important Clients to our ecossystem as well as individuals who I believe care about this topic
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2024-01-25 13:18:52 CET

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Hi @npub1xts…kk5s is there a chance you could develop a pwa / web version of Damus similar to https://app.plebstr.com/ so we can bypass Apple restrictions?

2024-01-25 12:26:46 CET

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I opened noStrudel with a browser on my new iPhone, which has Breez installed. So when I hit the zap icon on a Note, it asked me to open Breez.
I have no idea if there is a setting in iOS to change what is the default app for a lightning: request
Anyway, I got my old iPhone and also opened noStrudel with a browser. This old iPhone only has Wallet of Satoshi. It does not have Breez. So I was hoping it would associate the zaps with WoS. However, it did not work. On the browser there is only the modal "Zap Event" and both the ⚡️Pay button on right side and the ⚡️Pay All button on bottom are greyed-out.
Any ideas if there is any change to noStrudel that can be done so those zaps could be done via WoS?

2024-01-25 12:06:43 CET

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This is a small bug when creating a new Secret Key on iPhone. Once the user decides to generate key straight on noStrudel, the screen to select relay will be cropped. The title "Select your relays" does not appear, not possible to scroll the screen down enough.
I hope it's easy to replicate this. (I'm aware users ideally should not generate their secret key in the Client but I'm trying to onboard new users as fast/smooth as possible and then teach them how to later generate keys offline)

2024-01-25 10:20:41 CET

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When I click this option, there is a field for "Connect URI"
and a greyed hint saying
bunker://<pubkey>?relay=wss://relay.example.co
and then the explanation "A bunker connect URI"
I want to create a tutorial so people can use this feature, but even I don't know how this works myself. Can you please teach me the step by step? Then I will gladly share the information. I believe today noStrudel is the best Nostr client.

2024-01-22 23:17:03 CET

Nostr clients providing "trending" Notes are on the path to replicate the damage from Big Tech social media algorithms. Please understand the value of pure feeds

2024-01-22 17:31:13 CET

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Wow - this is much needed. Thanks npub1nxa4tywfz9nqp7z9zp7nr7d4nchhclsf58lcqt5y782rmf2hefjquaa6q8
#nevent1q…tdal

2024-01-22 17:07:22 CET

I think there is a common mix-up of concepts in the debate about Bitcoin's fungibility.
Fungibility is different from traceability.
In the Bitcoin protocol, one bitcoin is always equal to another. There is no distinction. Fungibility is an inherent characteristic of bitcoin. It is used to send and receive from one to another, just like a dollar, which is fungible.
The fact that we find an exception due to individual preference (like someone not wanting to receive certain dollars that have been part of a religious or mystical ritual) does not change the fact that the dollar is fungible.
However, something that confuses many people is traceability. Due to the nature of the timechain, on-chain Bitcoin transactions are traceable.
This means that anyone with access to on-chain data can, if they wish, set their own criteria to accept or refuse certain bitcoins based on transaction history.
But this is an individual choice from contractual freedom.
The legal nature of a thing does not change even when individuals exercise the right to make contracts based on information obtained through traceability.
A bitcoin remains a bitcoin, regardless of its transaction history.Here is video 03 of the Bitcoin short series. I will be happy to receive your comments and opinions to continue improving this understanding.
https://video.nostr.build/bfb58b8c6ed26ece3697f32e853066808c4e7983c9cc5a7be0af526be399c0dd.mp4

2024-01-20 16:33:36 CET

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Thanks @npub14g4…szwk for the repost - I'm a bit curious... How did you find this content? My account was pretty inactive and I'm wondering how Nostr distributes outside my immediate contacts

2024-01-20 16:12:02 CET

Dear @blinkbtc user:
I hope one day you will reach the transaction volume limit. And if you are not yet sovereign with your custody, may this be the incentive you need.
Thank you @nprofile…rxm0 for giving us the initial help and welcoming... and also letting us walk on our own.
https://image.nostr.build/489eb8efa937ddc3d92a14d0e8d7553bf66e6f2cfdbac9b14aaa1a21a8d17890.png

2024-01-20 15:46:01 CET

THE SIMPLE ACT OF COLLECTING DATA IS DANGEROUS
Let's illustrate with a silly example: Imagine if you had filmed yourself every time you got drunk, right from the first sip
(ok, assuming you were once a teenager who did a lot of silly things. If you've never drunk, substitute it with anything you wouldn't like to see circulating publicly).
Those videos would be quite embarrassing if shared, right? The best way to avoid that is simply NOT TO FILM.
Even if you try to protect the videos, even if a constitutional amendment guarantees that it's unlawful to try and access those compromising videos... the risk of them leaking later is still greater than if you had never filmed them in the first place.
Well, this directly relates to the new technology for tracking our carbon footprint. They want to measure everything: how and where we travel, what we eat, what we buy. You think that might be useful?
But think about this: such data is like those embarrassing videos. Once they are collected, they exist. And if they exist, there will always be the risk of someone, at some point, accessing them. And using them in a quite unexpected context.
I'll leave it to you guys to comment on what the possible problems are.
Video 02 of the #bitcoin short series
https://video.nostr.build/4645bef103bb1086d36e0029f0ebdca96090e2e1eef151021d438994dd0dd84b.mp4

2024-01-20 15:42:41 CET

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I'm so excited about nostr. Like being back to the golden age of creativity on the internet

2024-01-18 20:33:45 CET

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And @npub1and…rxaw of course!

2024-01-18 20:32:09 CET

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Gotta also add a shoutout to @npub13lj…cfhw and @npub1gal…z3t2 - thank you so much for all you do, in particular to the recent efforts in Brazil, which are greatly needed

2024-01-18 20:23:55 CET

A love letter.
About 25 years ago, the Internet was really, really cool. It was a cradle of ideas. Any kid could play around, remix, and create things... and it might turn out to be a big success.
But then gradually, some boxes started to appear. Friendster and Orkut had a whole universe of information just for those who had an account. Years later, Facebook did the same thing.
Now, there's no grassroots innovation. Good luck to a little kid trying to create something new. No one will see it. Everyone spends all their time on Big Tech apps. To have a chance on the internet today, you need venture capital and spend years burning millions in the red. A bizarre economic model from the fiat world.
Look at the average person. They spend a lot of time online doing what? WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Zoom, TikTok. They really BELIEVE THAT THIS IS THE INTERNET!!!
And then they go to sleep to repeat the same thing the next day.
The average user doesn't realize that these are CLOSED apps. You can't do anything creative/interesting in them except follow the exact commands that the overlords have set by architecture for THEIR interests.
(Go on, click like! React to this rage bait, fight among yourselves, stay as long as possible in the app to swallow as many ads as possible)
Nostr makes the internet fun again. Anyone can take the protocol and invent whatever they want.
Think it's silly that certain influencers are "recommended" by the client? You don't have to use that client. There's another Nostr client that doesn't keep pushing suggestions of who to follow.
Annoyed that your feed has a lot of memes? Make a fork and set a rule that you don't want to see Notes that are purely a URL (which indicates someone sharing an image).
https://image.nostr.build/b6ee50564f374e50a4531232bba6a168c99b8036c7b7b542d170e9bec420a518.jpg
THE WORLD IS YOURS
Thank you
@npub180c…h6w6 - who gave us this gift
@npub1xts…kk5s - who is brave and ethical fighting Apple App Store crazy demands and resisting shitcoinery offers on daily basis
@npub1wyu…87ez - I love your client
@npub1sg6…f63m - who did a valuable POWER-UP that made the whole difference
@npub1get…0nfm - such powerful tool and at the same time encouraging all users to go through the learning curve and fly by themselves eventually with their own wings/server (just loved reading your interaction with @npub1h8n…rpev and how you encourage us to plug our nodes at a given point but keep using the extension)
and all community members who are here participating in this glorious moment after two decades of proprietary Internet darkness. You guys are awesome! This is a love letter to the difference you all make ❤️

2024-01-18 17:10:39 CET

Nostr today has a vibe similar to the Internet in the late 1990s. Lots of interesting things popping up every day. Enthusiastic and open people, you can basically talk to anyone, and they respond to you.
"Anyone not using Nostr is crazy" - Seiiti Arata, January 18, 2024.

2024-01-18 16:39:53 CET

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@npub1zac…5dy5 I just went once again to Alby extension, Connected Sites and then removed flare permissions. Then I started all over again and did a screen recording. I'm editing and will send you a Message