I feel like if the bitcoiners (the ones that promote only zaps) actually want this space to grow, they need to accept and adapt that not everyone coming to nostr is here just for bitcoin.
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There is a really neat service on nostr called #zapplepay so users can set a zap amount to their reactions. I feel like it’s the best of both worlds, but the cool thing about nostr is that currently, each user has a choice to set onlyzaps or enable reactions. The more clients and relays we tinker with, the more control each individual has of their feed and engagement methodology.