From zaps to nostr:npub10pensatlcfwktnvjjw2dtem38n6rvw8g6fv73h84cuacxn4c28eqyfn34f , #nostr is making it easy to directly support creators and developers.
nostr:npub1qny3tkh0acurzla8x3zy4nhrjz5zd8l9sy9jys09umwng00manysew95gx suggests that this new social approach could bring a viral boost, possibly even outpacing #Bitcoin’s adoption curve. [BR086]
Unlike legacy platforms, #nostr could fuse micro-blogging with long-form content, giving room for nuanced public discourse.
nostr:npub16c0nh3dnadzqpm76uctf5hqhe2lny344zsmpm6feee9p5rdxaa9q586nvr explains why this could be key to the next evolution of the global town square. [BR086]
How can #nostr boost podcasting?
nostr:npub1unmftuzmkpdjxyj4en8r63cm34uuvjn9hnxqz3nz6fls7l5jzzfqtvd0j2 shares how linking guest profiles across episodes with npubs could be a game-changer, making it easier to explore a guest’s appearances across shows (without even needing to know about nostr!) [BR082]
Secure group chats on #nostr?
In BR081, nostr:npub1zuuajd7u3sx8xu92yav9jwxpr839cs0kc3q6t56vd5u9q033xmhsk6c2uc and nostr:npub1jlrs53pkdfjnts29kveljul2sm0actt6n8dxrrzqcersttvcuv3qdjynqn discussed a relay model where messages are device-stored, unsigned, and disappear over time, giving users post-compromise security.
With so many #nostr relays emerging, nostr:npub1acg6thl5psv62405rljzkj8spesceyfz2c32udakc2ak0dmvfeyse9p35c shares the latest on his new relay tester, which ensures they’re protocol-compliant.
(Tools for managing spam at the relay level coming soon!) 🚀 [BR080]
Social graph liberation on #nostr?
Nostr's potential lies in community-led adoption, where genuine influencers—not algorithms—guide followers to new spaces.
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1wmr34t36fy03m8hvgl96zl3znndyzyaqhwmwdtshwmtkg03fetaqhjg240 break down the social mechanics in BR086.
#OP_CAT's potential benefits aren't limited to "JPEG enjoyers." From UTXO protection to enhanced payment infrastructure, its flexibility aims to serve all Bitcoiners.
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc unpack why CAT could bring real utility to #Bitcoin in BR086.
Interested in full-time Bitcoin development?
2140.dev, a European non-profit started by Ruben Somsen & nostr:npub1uaj9phu5lpxpczm3vaayt46m0yv0pduxzy7z6quwd2uggxue7fmqx9665u , offers stable funding, support, and office space to #Bitcoin devs. 🚀
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc discuss the initiative's Chaincode-style approach in BR086.
Privacy on-chain without coordinators?
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc dive into the potential of OP_CAT to support Bitcoin coin swaps and multi-party UTXO swaps—steps that could unlock major privacy options for users. [BR086]
Gossip is gaining traction on nostr, but how does its "outbox" and "inbox" system work for relaying data?
Gossip developer nostr:npub1acg6thl5psv62405rljzkj8spesceyfz2c32udakc2ak0dmvfeyse9p35c explains how it works in BR080.
Have you heard of Bitcoin Safe?
The Python-built multisig wallet, now in BETA, offers a feature-rich experience (think Electrum meets Mempool space).
nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc , nostr:npub1u8lnhlw5usp3t9vmpz60ejpyt649z33hu82wc2hpv6m5xdqmuxhs46turz and nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 explore the project in BR086 (and give it the Bitcoin Review seal of approval)! 👌
The recent Coracle error reporting misconfiguration raises important questions about security practices when it comes to using cloud services for critical functions.
Time to push harder for child key delegation on #nostr? 🤔
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc share their thoughts in BR086.
🚨CVE-2024-38365🚨
The recent btcd `FindAndDelete` bug exposed vulnerabilities in the Go implementation of #Bitcoin.
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 , nostr:npub1u8lnhlw5usp3t9vmpz60ejpyt649z33hu82wc2hpv6m5xdqmuxhs46turz and nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc discuss the bug and its implications in BR086.
Expanding #TAPSIGNER support in wallets means greater usability and backup options for #Bitcoin users - helping to push toward a more secure, NFC-friendly future.
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc discuss the recent TAPSIGNER experience upgrade in nostr:npub1mlzukkwhuhl3y7wd6kw20fz6s99l8d0uqtj4sskhvaaud8rwcuuszt2t6p in BR086.
With traditional social media platforms, content is locked away in controlled “black boxes” where creators can’t freely build or innovate.
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 describes the problem in BR078. Thankfully nostr offers an open system that gives creators true autonomy. 💪
🚨CVE-2024-35202🚨
A recent Bitcoin Core vulnerability could let attackers crash nodes remotely by triggering an assertion in the blocktxn message handling logic.
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 , nostr:npub1u8lnhlw5usp3t9vmpz60ejpyt649z33hu82wc2hpv6m5xdqmuxhs46turz and nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc share their thoughts on the threat in BR086.
Taproot showed us the gap between activation and adoption. For covenants, developer tools are key for real impact.
At OP_NEXT, nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc will be sharing insights on to overcome hurdles and bring covenant functionality to #Bitcoin safely and reliably. [BR086]
Wasabi Wallet’s latest release v2.3.0.0 brings big updates: improved Tor integration, refined BTC formatting, and beta payment-in-coinjoin via RPC - pushing privacy boundaries even further.
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1u8lnhlw5usp3t9vmpz60ejpyt649z33hu82wc2hpv6m5xdqmuxhs46turz discuss the update in BR086.
FROST implementation might just change the cryptography game on nostr. If you’re a cryptographer able to audit this implementation - reach out!
nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc discuss nostr's FROST evolution, and the people making it happen in BR086.
🚀 BR086 - Electrum, Wasabi, Bitkey, Bitcoin Safe, Spark, Bitcoin Keeper, OP_CAT Privacy, FROST X nostr, btcd FindAndDelete bug + MORE ft. nostr:npub1mxrssnzg8y9zjr6a9g6xqwhxfa23xlvmftluakxqatsrp6ez9gjssu0htc , nostr:npub1u8lnhlw5usp3t9vmpz60ejpyt649z33hu82wc2hpv6m5xdqmuxhs46turz & nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8
Listen to the episode:
➡️ Fountain: https://fountain.fm/episode/Zb0kBnQPL1rvZr3lYHPs
➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4OLSLgCD0RqcRZM8h58xsC
➡️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/8-pfw6xLgVo
Shownotes:
➡️ Website: https://bitcoin.review/podcast/episode-86/
➡️ Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/bitcoinreview/p/br086-electrum-wasabi-bitkey-bitcoin
Lightspark is shaking up the #Bitcoin scaling game, announcing a new Bitcoin L2 with non-custodial, trust-minimized interactions.
Could we see more corporate interest in developing scaling solutions in the near future? 🛠️⚡👇