they are:

- centralized

- only support shitcoins

- explicitly no bitcoin

- marketplace only for "partners"

- email required and kyc for high rate limits

we’re fixing this by using nostr, cashu and building everything open source

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To be clear, my point is: huge opportunity. Go get ‘em.

Hi @shawn @routstr— this is truly inspiring. I’m currently building HarmonyCode, a future-forward tech empowerment initiative for Africa. Our pilot program integrates software development, AI, cybersecurity, blockchain, and music production — creating a culturally grounded, interdisciplinary launchpad for young innovators.

We’re preparing to launch by early to mid-August, and are currently seeking $1.3M to fully power the rollout. As a starting point, we’re raising $150,000 through Geyser.Fund to activate our first milestone while we explore other funding options and strategic partnerships.

If you’d be willing to share any insight on how to raise capital at this scale — or connect me with potential partners — I’d be deeply grateful.

Here’s a brief snapshot of the campaign:

🔗 https://geyser.fund/project/harmonycodeempowermentthroughmusictech

Thank you for building loudly and opening doors.

Warm regards,

Caleb Motinwo

Founder, HarmonyCode

Make them obsolete

Routstr just BLEW MY MIND!!

After stalling FOR A WEEK on KYC and rent seeking OpenRouter setup … I just discovered ZERO FRICTION and NOSTR NATIVE API access to a variety of AI models … for use in stacks and goose and others.

#mindblown 💥

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