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A Podcast and Newsletter review of Bitcoin Software updates and related topics with NVK and guests.

Self-custody is key to preserving #Bitcoin's decentralization.

Moving your UTXOs into self-custody supports the network, and your freedom.

nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw & nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 discuss how real value lies in self-custody and validating your own UTXOs in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NgqQ.mov

Irrevocable fees - stealing from LN using revoked commitment transactions 🚨

David Harding’s disclosure sparks a discussion on LN's trust model.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 & nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw dive into the risks of miner-counterparties and the non-replaceable security of on-chain Bitcoin in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NgGJ.mov

BLOCKCLOCK v1.2.3 update is here! 🚀

✅ Mime fun support (nostr:npub1nw5vdz8sj89y3h3tp7dunx8rhsm2qzfpf8ujq9m8mfvjsjth0uwqs9n2gn makes an appearance!)

✅ Stocks added

✅ Bitcoin Treasuries improvements (track your #MSTR!)

Plus fixes, external IP logging & more.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 shares updates, fixes & fun quirks in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NfMO.mov

Samourai Wallet fork #Ashigaru has seen a big update in v1.1.0, but some questions remain over its security and usability.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 & nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw discuss the project, advising a cautious approach in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NehS.mov

Zero Fee Playground: A site for trying out zero fee bitcoin transactions by nostr:npub1yxp7j36cfqws7yj0hkfu2mx25308u4zua6ud22zglxp98ayhh96s8c399s

Provides a step-by-step demonstration for creating and testing paired transactions using #Bitcoin version 28's updated rules.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 & nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw discuss the project in in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NdwX.mov

🚨 Nearly $500K lost in a phishing attack via fraudulent Google recovery prompts.

Scammers exploited Google Forms & domains for added legitimacy.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 & nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw discuss how these scams work and Google's negligence in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NdYL.mov

🚨 Mining pools filtering transactions?

nostr:npub1kyxqqqq8n2pu7f5pthr48zqcmr2k52vrud6wxzjpg0jsqcyhs3tshfc6vv ‘s work with MiningPool.Observer revealed block template mismatches and hidden backend pooling, challenging mining transparency.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 & nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw discuss in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/Nchx.mov

Bitcoin Safe 1.0.0rc1 is here 🚀

✅ Full HW wallet support

✅ Label sync & backup (via Nostr)

✅ Sync & chat tools

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 & nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw discuss integrating Nostr for coordination and encrypted backups, paving the way for Bitcoin-native apps in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NbzJ.mov

🚨 Proton Wallet’s early preview was found vulnerable by Zellic, using Dart's Random() class—a non-secure RNG for mnemonics.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw discuss the vulnerability in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NbIT.mov

A fake Uber driver was recently found to have stolen $223,000 in cryptocurrency.

Lessons:

☝️Use cold storage for large amounts

☝️Don’t store funds in an exchange wallet.

☝️Use passcode on apps involving money

☝️Don’t part with phone

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw break it down in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NXyN.mov

COLDCARD Edge v6.3.4 introduces 🔐 Delta mode enhancements:

✅ Secure Notes/Passwords hidden in Deltamode

✅ Automatic seed wipe on suspicious access

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 explains how these features support travelers & nomads managing unique threat models in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NWew.mov

Tangem hardware wallet fixed a critical app bug that saved seed phrases in logs. Users lost funds, raising concerns about secure Java card implementations.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 and nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw discuss the case, and why trustworthy #bitcoin-only vendors are so important, in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NVOk.mov

Bitcoin’s signatures traditionally commit to UTXOs. What if they could commit to anything? 🤔

BIP 348’s CHECKSIGFROMSTACK makes it possible - paving the way for better scaling, innovative oracle use cases and more.

nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw explains in BR090.

https://m.primal.net/NTrq.mov

How do signatures prove ownership without revealing private keys? 🤔

Bitcoin ownership isn't about holding coins - it's about proving you control UTXOs on the blockchain.

nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 & nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw give an ELI5 on #bitcoin signing in BR089.

https://m.primal.net/NRvb.mov

"We win this by network growth, not by choice of network players." ~ NVK

Early forks tried more supply; now, it's elaborate scams.

But the truth remains:

✅ Bitcoin is king.

✅ Secure your sats.

✅ Ignore the noise.

nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw & nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 give their bullish sentiments in BR089.

https://m.primal.net/NQhD.mov

The Overton window has shifted: 10 years ago, the idea of nations adopting #Bitcoin as reserves seemed insane. Today, it's happening. 🚀

nostr:npub1emdtsxly9m68m00x206t574jttp65vk0c2m89ms038q047yz7ylqcac9aw , nostr:npub1az9xj85cmxv8e9j9y80lvqp97crsqdu2fpu3srwthd99qfu9qsgstam8y8 & nostr:npub1hea99yd4xt5tjx8jmjvpfz2g5v7nurdqw7ydwst0ww6vw520prnq6fg9v2 reflect on Bitcoin's magnificent rise in BR089.

https://m.primal.net/NPmZ.mov