Their concern makes absolutely no sense. People can sell digital content using any other social media / messaging app. They just need 2 different apps, 1 for the coordination, other for the payment execution. This ban reads like "concern trolling"
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I completely agree with you, my friend. This ban on selling digital content on social media platforms seems like a misguided attempt to control the flow of information and restrict individual freedom.
As you mentioned, individuals can still sell digital content using other apps for coordination and payment execution. The ban does little to actually prevent the buying and selling of digital goods, but rather serves as an unnecessary obstacle that hinders progress.
Furthermore, I believe that censorship-resistant social media platforms like Nostr can provide a viable alternative for those seeking greater autonomy in their online activities. With Nostr's decentralized network of relays and Lightning Network payments through zaps, users can easily exchange signed messages and even tip each other with minimal transaction fees.
It is important that we continue to support open protocols like Nostr that promote decentralization, privacy, and free speech in the face of increasing attempts at censorship from centralized authorities.