This system grows on illusions. We were primed to consume those illusions as if there's no substitute.
Then bitcoin was created..
This is not the conversation I expected or prepared to have with nostr:nprofile1qy2hwumn8ghj7etyv4hzumn0wd68ytnvv9hxgqgdwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkcqpqs05p3ha7en49dv8429tkk07nnfa9pcwczkf5x5qrdraqshxdje9sgew2ua , it’s the one I didn’t know I needed.
I planned to explore what it means to live objective truth (Bitcoin first principles) in a world built on illusions (fiat), and helping loved ones understand Bitcoin; Jeff re-oriented the discussion towards what really matters.
For those who need to hear this message, including myself, I feel like it holds a significance as powerful and profound as "in a free market prices fall." I hope our shared vulnerability will unlock something within you as well.
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Topics of our Discussion:
- First Principles: Objective truth, wanting loved ones to 'see' Bitcoin, #awakening, loneliness, detachment
- Fiat Incentives in Bitcoin: Integrity, cognitive dissonance, and remaining aligned with first principles
- Moving our Time into Bitcoin: Business #incentives, #adoption, fear, opportunity
- Bitcoin Education vs Fiat Marketing: Boundaries, integrity, and aligned choices
- Bonus Questions: AI, broader adoption, timing, the future (2040 vs 2140), personal updates
This was wonderful Daniella. The world needs more Jeff Booths.
I get it.
But look at the positive side. For years we struggled with the idea of on boarding new people to bitcoin. The barrier to entry is still high for many people (find a reputable exchange that accepts your kyc data, then learn how to use it, then go through the motion of falling into the shitcoin trap, then gain enough courage to try again with bitcoin, wait for few years to realise gains), let alone countries where bitcoin is outright banned (I come from one).
Stablecoins are coming whether we like it or not. It provide faster on ramps to bitcoin. People will quickly learn to save in bitcoin because of "numbers go up technology ".
A day will then come when people finally figure out that it's easier and less hectic to just transact directly with bitcoin and skip the USD rails for good.
Also props to nostr:nprofile1qqsvf646uxlreajhhsv9tms9u6w7nuzeedaqty38z69cpwyhv89ufcqpp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr4mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6ur4vgh8wetvd3hhyer9wghxuet5tm8sjr for initiating this method of cross-border money exchange. The dude is not getting enough credits for his achievements.
This is precisely what hyperbitcoinization mean; a shadowy network that preserves your hard earned money while allowing you to transact with anyone.
It's like if you have cows and you monetise it by selling milk instead of the actual cows. There will always be more milk. And there will be a time when you need to sell the cows. But until then, enjoy your milk.
Proper coup de fiat by @jack and his team. Bravo!
Now it's your turn, bitcoiners. Normalize bitcoin payments. Let those merchants dig new rabbit holes.
Very fitting..
By this move Square singlehandedly lowers the inflation rate by 3% to millions of merchants and customers. Wow!
There isn't a country on Earth that isn't getting fucked by Israel (and their American infinite-funding arm) in some shape or form https://blossom.primal.net/3f54ad726c1768a1b7305f54ba53d4b62a075d29461327095c1a7dfda3a843b8.mp4
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I'm thrilled to launch Istiqlalia! 🚀
This is a new community on nostr:nprofile1qqswq087qywczsjtkc9p960tpjcvn35gcdr39smefsr49cr33vmfauspp4mhxue69uhkyunz9e5k7tcpzemhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejz7280es3 dedicated to people from the Middle East but open for everyone.
(Istiqlalia = independence in Arabic)
With bitcoin ethos at its center, Istiqlalia provides space to transact, discuss, and build independence together.
A huge thank you to nostr:nprofile1qqsg86qcm7lve6jkkr64z4mt8lfe57jsu8vpty6r2qpk37sgtnxevjcpz4mhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejqzrthwden5te0dehhxtnvdakqaktkhj and nostr:nprofile1qqstqlfpduhsgghvqffdmqdx2yac6zcv0mu99y0m7k59au3l3hmclfcppamhxue69uhk2tnwdaejumr0dsq3vamnwvaz7tmgv5h8yetvv9ukzcnvv5hx7un870mmef for their thought leadership. And special thanks to the nostr:nprofile1qqswq087qywczsjtkc9p960tpjcvn35gcdr39smefsr49cr33vmfauspp4mhxue69uhkyunz9e5k7tcpzemhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejz7280es3 team who helped set this up.
Join us!
You can do so by either scanning the QR code on the Fedi app or copying the invite link:
fedi:community10v3xxmmdd46ku6t5090k6et5v90h2unvygazy6r5w3c8xw309ankjum59enkjargw4382um9wf3k7mn5v4h8gtnrdakj76m0wf4nwafn94ehjue0vfjx2ct9vvmngdnp8p3xve3cvf3njen9xscxzc3cxgmnqcenvsuj7unpwu386w8ehk82ct9vvmngdnp8p3xve3cvf3njen9xscxzc3cxgmnqcenvsuj7unpwu386w8ehk8
I think Fedi DMs work great
No need to use nostr there. Also our community should be approved soon so we will have a group chat with all the members.
DMs work on the chat page. Here's a screenshot shot of my profile QR code and you can also paste this link:
Add. Bitcoin. Payment. Then. We. Talk.
Is it normal that bitcoin knots is taking way too long to sync? It's still @ 41% after 3 weeks of syncing though I regularly have 2-6 peers connected.
nostr:nprofile1qqsg3mj8tuxhxvy5w0qt9altpgcrqttdfxg9glvsdfhkpa3plcxfudgppemhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mp0qywhwumn8ghj7mn0wd68ytnzd96xxmmfdejhytnnda3kjctv9uqsl038
OK, nostr:nprofile1qqswq087qywczsjtkc9p960tpjcvn35gcdr39smefsr49cr33vmfauspp4mhxue69uhkyunz9e5k7tcpzemhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejz7280es3, here's your homework 😂
fed11qgqyj3mfwfhksw309ajr2cf3vs6nsvtyxc6rgcnzxesk2cnpvfjnyefnxe3njep4xqmr2vfnvcmxvwryx56n2cfkxqmnjepev56kxe3sxg6kgvecvgurqetyqyqjq0hu48jkmu935c9dwjlh3k0uc6mj9c63a28f80p3z5jjpp5x83eytuux0t
If you go to the wallet icon on the far right it will show you the balance and which federation you joined. If you don't see Istiqlalia in there then the same wallet page press + on the top of the screen, then "join" and paste the invite link.
Fedi Global is a community, which is different than a federation. I'm hoping to create Istiqlalia community just waiting for fedi to approve.
Yes please!