Good Morning Nostr World!!!!
Gonna end another year!!!! Nostr has improved a lot. I heard about nostr this year and hope it will grow up next year in many times.
#nostr #nostrcommunity
Hello Everyone!!!!
I made my fourth edition of "The Latest on the Nostr"! a weekly recap (30 December 2024) highlights notable news, releases, community milestones, upcoming events, and more from across the Nostr ecosystem. I am aiming to bring you a concise but comprehensive overview, so you can stay in the loop without chasing every thread. Below, you’ll find mentions of the incredible contributors and creators whose work, insights, and enthusiasm power this decentralized network last week. Dive in, discover what’s new, and consider zapping these plebs to show your support. Let’s #growNostr together! 🗞️🚀
# The Latest the Nostr: Weekly Recap - 30 December 2024 🗞️🚀
## 🧠 Quote of the Week
“Only Nostr has stayed true to its mission. It's the last real free speech alternative. If that's what brought you here, congrats-you made the right choice.”
🔗 Author: nostr:npub1cmmswlckn82se7f2jeftl6ll4szlc6zzh8hrjyyfm9vm3t2afr7svqlr6f
## 🛠️ Tools, Updates, and Releases
### New release: noflux v0.1.0
noflux, a lightweight RSS and Nostr longform reader designed for desktop and personal servers. noflux supports discovering RSS feeds from HTTP URLs and renders them in a clean, straightforward interface, making it easy to follow content. Additionally, you can paste nostr:... URIs, including nip05, npub, and nprofile codes, which also work without the nostr: prefix. This tool offers a simple solution for users looking to integrate both RSS and Nostr content in one place.
Developed by: nostr:npub180cvv07tjdrrgpa0j7j7tmnyl2yr6yr7l8j4s3evf6u64th6gkwsyjh6w6
Source: https://github.com/fiatjaf/noflux/releases/tag/0.1.0
### Amber v3.0.7
Amber is a Nostr event signer for Android that helps users keep their nsec segregated in a dedicated app. It acts as a NIP-46 signing device without the need for servers or additional hardware, minimizing the exposure of private keys to reduce attack surfaces. Amber also supports current Nostr web apps without requiring extensions or web servers.
In this release, a crash when using some web apps has been fixed, and connected apps are now properly marked as connected. Also there was another release which was v3.0.6 last week. But v3.0.7 is the latest release.
Developed by: nostr:npub1w4uswmv6lu9yel005l3qgheysmr7tk9uvwluddznju3nuxalevvs2d0jr5
Source: https://github.com/greenart7c3/Amber/releases/tag/v3.0.7
### Citrine v0.6.0
Citrine is a Nostr relay for Android, enabling any Nostr client that supports Android to send and receive events through this application. This release introduces updated dependencies, notifications for importing, exporting and downloading events and changes database functions to be suspending functions.
Developed by: nostr:npub1w4uswmv6lu9yel005l3qgheysmr7tk9uvwluddznju3nuxalevvs2d0jr5
Source: https://github.com/greenart7c3/Citrine/releases/tag/v0.6.0
### Tides v1.1.0
Tides is a Chrome extension messenger for Nostr that now supports Zaps and media previews in chats, including Nostr profiles, posts, and GIFs. This update improves interactions within the Nostr network by allowing richer media experiences.
Developed by: nostr:npub1n2ph08n4pqz4d3jk6n2p35p2f4ldhc5g5tu7dhftfpueajf4rpxqfjhzmc
Source: https://github.com/arbadacarbaYK/Tides/releases/tag/tides-v1.1.0
## 🎁 Developer Tools, updates and Guides
### Immortal v0.0.6
Immortal is a relay designed for scale, performance, correctness, and configuration. The latest release includes updates such as adding a missing Redis URI in the Docker example, fixing NIP-43 compliance issues, resolving database write errors for "d" tags, and updating gRPC port handling for Kraken registration.
Developed by: nostr:npub1h49w8en79xty6j2pwgnpm3znjhyf767jua6xgt3kvyn3w80ms86s2z9kay
Source: https://github.com/dezh-tech/immortal/releases/tag/v0.0.6
### Servus v0.1.5
Servus is a self-contained, single executable CMS and blogging engine inspired by Jekyll, which also functions as a personal Nostr relay for publishing blog posts. This update adds the ability to download themes, allowing users to customize their blogs more easily, while simplifying the admin interface by removing content management features for a cleaner and more streamlined experience.
Developed by: nostr:npub1xvdg698f7fqdu2qu5azwa6fu8xhw8p0zpp272qe7qex7kpn5ks5su3am9l
Source: https://github.com/servus-social/servus/releases/tag/v0.1.5
## 🔥 Community Highlights
🗣️ ### Delivering on the Promise of Free Speech
nostr:npub1cmmswlckn82se7f2jeftl6ll4szlc6zzh8hrjyyfm9vm3t2afr7svqlr6f shared a compelling perspective on the state of free speech across major platforms. He criticized BlueSky as "a censorship disaster worse than Facebook and Tumblr combined" and described X (Twitter) as failing to deliver on Elon Musk's promise of free speech, calling it "in total shambles." In contrast, He praised Nostr for staying true to its mission as "the last real free speech alternative," emphasizing its unique position in the evolving landscape of social media. This post resonates with the community's shared belief in the importance of unfiltered expression and reinforces why so many have embraced Nostr as their platform of choice.
## 🌱 Ecosystem Growth
Nostr is growing fast! There are now over 45 Nostr clients, and relays are running in more than 40 countries around the globe.
According to https://nostrapps.com there are overall 70 Nostr apps for now.
During this week:
Total zaps: 43,744, compared to 43,291 zaps the week before
Total zap amount: 6,954,505, compared to 4,325,410 sats the week before
Total events: 4,769,899, compared to 6,406,101 events the week before
Many thanks to https://stats.nostr.band/ by nostr:npub1xdtducdnjerex88gkg2qk2atsdlqsyxqaag4h05jmcpyspqt30wscmntxy for providing these insights.
## 🎓 Educational Guide
### Link Your nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm Lightning Address to Simplify Your Nostr Identity!
Did you know you can use your nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm Lightning address as your identity on Nostr? By linking your nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm Lightning address, people can easily find and connect with you using a simple, memorable identifier. This process leverages the NIP-05 specification to bridge your Lightning and Nostr profiles.
Here’s how you can set it up in a few simple steps:
1. Access Your nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm Settings:
Open the browser extension or nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm
app.
• Click on the profile icon or dropdown menu in the top-right corner. (In browser extension you need to click on
the “Manage your web account” under your wallet and then it brings you to the
nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm dashboard”).
• From the menu, select Settings to access the configuration options.
2. Navigate to the Nostr Address Section:
In the Settings page, look for the Nostr Address tab or section.
• Click on it to open the configuration page for your Nostr identity.
3. Link Your Nostr Public Key:
• Copy your Nostr public key from your Nostr client or wallet.
• Paste the public key into the field provided under the Nostr Address section.
• Click on the “Update Nostr public key” to save your changes.
🎉 That’s it! Your Nostr public key is now linked to your nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm Lightning address. This allows anyone on Nostr to find and interact with you using your easy-to-remember Lightning address.
Take advantage of this integration to simplify your presence on Nostr and showcase your identity with ease! 🌟
## 📅 Upcoming Events
### Uncensorable: Nostr, Bitcoin, and the Fight for Digital Freedom
📅 Date: Saturday, January 5, 2025 - 12 PM MST
📍 Location: Jives Coffee Lounge, 16 Colbrunn Ct, Colorado Springs, CO
🤹♀️ Organizers: nostr:npub1t3gxvxcf9nrcdd2ukhtfzjd39x7uers96u3ce3jnm605vhkkn7gsfp9elk - Host of nostr:npub1jz42cy8qxw6dres86sn0cr42hww24pnjqssa4k9wxqvzm5l0mvqsq2f5ku (Nostr, YouTube)
🔗 https://www.meetup.com/bitcoin-lightning-and-nostr-plebs/events/dwnpntyhccbhb
Join nostr:npub1t3gxvxcf9nrcdd2ukhtfzjd39x7uers96u3ce3jnm605vhkkn7gsfp9elk for a session on Nostr and Bitcoin. Whether you're new or experienced, gain insights into decentralized networks, Bitcoin's power, and learn how to set up your Nostr account and Bitcoin Lightning wallet. Don't miss this chance to explore these topics and digital freedom.
### FOSDEM 2025
📅 Date: Saturday, Sunday, February 1–2, 2025 - CET
📍 Location: Brussels, Belgium
🤹♀️ Organizers: nostr:npub1qe3e5wrvnsgpggtkytxteaqfprz0rgxr8c3l34kk3a9t7e2l3acslezefe, nostr:npub1l77twp5l02jadkcjn6eeulv2j7y5vmf9tf3hhtq7h7rp0vzhgpzqz0swft, nostr:npub1hz5alqscpp8yjrvgsdp2n4ygkl8slvstrgvmjca7e45w6644ew7sewtysa , nostr:npub1nkmta4dmsa7pj25762qxa6yqxvrhzn7ug0gz5frp9g7p3jdscnhsu049fn, nostr:npub1r30l8j4vmppvq8w23umcyvd3vct4zmfpfkn4c7h2h057rmlfcrmq9xt9ma
🔗 https://fosdem.org/2025/schedule/
FOSDEM is one of the biggest gatherings for open-source developers and enthusiasts worldwide, taking place each year in Brussels. It’s a free, community-driven event where thousands of devs, innovators, and Free and Open Source Software contributors come together to demo projects, host talks, and share ideas. It’s a key place for making meaningful connections, learning from each other, and pushing open-source tech forward.
For NOSTR, being at FOSDEM is a natural fit. It’s the perfect stage to introduce the broader open-source community to Nostr’s potential—how it can replace centralized social platforms, bring true ownership of data back to users, and encourage a more resilient, open internet. Engaging with fellow open-source projects and developers at FOSDEM helps Nostr grow its ecosystem, fosters new collaborations, and gains valuable feedback. The protocol is all about grassroots development, community contributions, and evolving without the constraints of centralized platforms, which aligns perfectly with FOSDEM’s collaborative spirit.
### FediForum April 2025
📅 Date: April 1-2, 2025, 8:30 PM IST to 1:30 AM IST
📍 Location: Online Event
🔗 https://events.humanitix.com/fediforum-april-2025?hxchl=hex-pfl
Join nostr:npub1h922hu6rjv4tc0pyks3wp7z0whfdd09da6stcnyv7dn80p83e5qqasjhr8 to explore the future of social media, including platforms like Fediverse, Bluesky, Nostr, and Mastodon. Discuss new technologies, funding models, and governance, focusing on building an open, trust-driven, and interoperable social web. Connect and collaborate with peers to shape the next generation of social media.
## 📰 Nostr in the Media
No updates this week. If you have some input for the next recap about recent nostr in the media, please share it and I will add it in the next recap.
## ⚡ Most Zapped Last Week
Nostr’s Value4Value (V4V) model is all about plebs directly rewarding creators for the value they receive—no middlemen fees, no ads, just pure community-driven support using sats via the Bitcoin Lightning Network. Thanks to https://zaplife.lol by nostr:npub1l2vyh47mk2p0qlsku7hg0vn29faehy9hy34ygaclpn66ukqp3afqutajft for providing this data. Here are the top zapped posts from last week, showcasing creators who received the most engagement:
### 🔥 Top 3: Most Zaps
1. Running nostr
Author: nostr:npub14fkfcx9j0494g8zejfdxsr9t8raxt9n8vzkz6l5w4ef0gjysh4dqcsmkgv
Zaps Received: 250
Sats Earned: 668k
🔗 event:
2. 🏦 HOW THE FEDERAL RESERVE SECRETLY ENSLAVED THE WORLD - FULL DOCUMENTARY 🏦 ft. Ian Carroll
Author: nostr:npub1h882a66p0zj5n69s2u8nfzev4f97lzfnlcej84z78p6uqxge5tpqlupz20
Zaps Received: 124
Sats Earned: 352k
3. GOOD MORNING NOSTR.
MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎄
Author: nostr:npub1qny3tkh0acurzla8x3zy4nhrjz5zd8l9sy9jys09umwng00manysew95gx
Zaps Received: 67
Sats Earned: 5k
### 💰 Top 3: Most Sats
1. Welcome to a historic #Monday, the day of the inclusion of #Microstrategy #MSTR into the #Nasdaq 100!
Time for another #pump initiation? #bullishbounty #videostr #clipstr
Author: nostr:npub1jp54xt8x4pezxdnmlvzfkkppver2ss263z65v5uadla29m4jr2dqj7xcra
Sats Earned: 950k
Zaps Received: 4
2. Running nostr
Author: nostr:npub14fkfcx9j0494g8zejfdxsr9t8raxt9n8vzkz6l5w4ef0gjysh4dqcsmkgv
Sats Earned: 668k
Zaps Received: 250
3. 🏦 HOW THE FEDERAL RESERVE SECRETLY ENSLAVED THE WORLD - FULL DOCUMENTARY 🏦 ft. Ian Carroll
Author: nostr:npub1h882a66p0zj5n69s2u8nfzev4f97lzfnlcej84z78p6uqxge5tpqlupz20
Sats Earned: 352k
Zaps Received: 124
## 👋 Stay in Touch & Zap
Nostr is built by the plebs, for the plebs. If you found this recap helpful, consider supporting me—Nomishka—with a zap. Right now, I’m in a tough spot: jobless and struggling to make ends meet. Most days, I’m barely able to afford food, and honestly, 210,000 sats per month would help provide a basic income to cover essential needs.
I’m committed to supporting Nostr, and I split a part of the zaps I receive for this note with the plebs mentioned in this recap for all their great effort. Thank you so much for being part of this journey. Let me know your thoughts about this fourth recap, share your tips and suggestions for the next weekly recap, and let’s keep #grownostr together.
Recap by nostr:npub19hs0lg9vyd0lghayeju5fnflx0melawjrl8etuqln9gkhd4mwtxq2t5jcn
Hello Nostr friends!!!!
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I already translated nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm browser extension to Sinhala(my native language).
This is a great opportunity, specially for new developers, translators and content creators. Try it.
You can check nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm bounty program information with the below link.
https://guides.getalby.com/developer-guide/bounties
#nostr #nostrcommunity #alby
Hello Nostr friends!!!!
I am in Nostr because of a person who taught me about Nostr. I am publishing this note to tribute to him. nostr:npub1l77twp5l02jadkcjn6eeulv2j7y5vmf9tf3hhtq7h7rp0vzhgpzqz0swft this tribute is for you!!! 😊. Thank you for bringing me for this amazing protocol. 🤝
Wishing all of my nostr friends Merry Christmas. 🎄
#nostr #christmas #tribute
I made my third edition of "The Latest on the Nostr"! a weekly recap (23 December 2024) highlights notable news, releases, community milestones, upcoming events, and more from across the Nostr ecosystem. I am aiming to bring you a concise but comprehensive overview, so you can stay in the loop without chasing every thread. Below, you’ll find mentions of the incredible contributors and creators whose work, insights, and enthusiasm power this decentralized network last week. Dive in, discover what’s new, and consider zapping these plebs to show your support. Let’s #growNostr together! 🗞️🚀
# The Latest the Nostr: Weekly Recap - 23 December 2024 🗞️🚀
## 🧠 Quote of the Week
“We are building a solution for the real world, we call it the salute protocol... The salute protocol is built on the Nostr protocol which also is an open-source protocol that no one controls”
🔗 Author: nostr:npub1s4wk4vlt5z7wk7ft0nka8e7eph2zpe5nga4n5lu9xlq6xx29qdzq0qx5y7
🔗 youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5G-5gaqHLw
## 🛠️ Tools, Updates, and Releases
### Nowser 0.0.4
Nowser is a Nostr client with cross-platform support.
This release fixes issues with iOS and Windows release modes not opening URLs and resolves a macOS release mode bug preventing the addition of nsec keys.
Developed by: nostr:npub19yeqjawls407xjnmgkk6yss7936pcd7qzd5srlj8wye6j8433vrsjazqwk
Source: https://github.com/haorendashu/nowser/releases/tag/0.0.4
### Gossip 0.13.0
Gossip is a Nostr client for desktop, offering advanced features for media handling, relay management, and improved user interactions.
This release introduces file metadata support (NIP-92/NIP-94), Blossom integration for local media uploads, relay search (NIP-50), and undo send functionality, along with various interface and performance enhancements for seamless use.
Developed by: nostr:npub1acg6thl5psv62405rljzkj8spesceyfz2c32udakc2ak0dmvfeyse9p35c
Source: https://github.com/mikedilger/gossip/releases/tag/v0.13.0
### Amber 3.0.5
Amber is a Nostr client enhancing web app interactions with features like NIP-55.
This release adds the appName parameter for better app management, fixes bunker request issues, and resolves loading screen bugs for smoother user and developer experiences.
Developed by: nostr:npub1w4uswmv6lu9yel005l3qgheysmr7tk9uvwluddznju3nuxalevvs2d0jr5
Source: https://github.com/greenart7c3/Amber/releases/tag/v3.0.5
## 🎁 Developer Tools, updates and Guides
### Amber 3.0.4
This release reverts sending hex keys in the get_public_key method, resolves issues with connect requests for bunkers, and adds the appName parameter to web apps for better management.
Developed by: nostr:npub1w4uswmv6lu9yel005l3qgheysmr7tk9uvwluddznju3nuxalevvs2d0jr5
Source: https://github.com/greenart7c3/Amber/releases/tag/v3.0.4
### Amber 3.0.3
This release fixes a racing condition with bunkers, improves the pin entry screen, and ensures the get_public_key method always returns a hex key.
Developed by: nostr:npub1w4uswmv6lu9yel005l3qgheysmr7tk9uvwluddznju3nuxalevvs2d0jr5
Source: https://github.com/greenart7c3/Amber/tree/v3.0.3
### Zeus 0.9.4-beta1
Zeus is a versatile lightning wallet with enhanced features for channel management, payments, and UI improvements. This pre-release includes updates such as embedded LND v0.18.4-beta, restored channel sorting by close height, keysend message displays, optimized payment path calls, and faster connection timeouts.
Developed by: nostr:npub19kv88vjm7tw6v9qksn2y6h4hdt6e79nh3zjcud36k9n3lmlwsleqwte2qd
Source: https://github.com/ZeusLN/zeus/releases/tag/v0.9.4-beta1
## 🔥 Community Highlights
### 🌐 nostr:npub1hw6amg8p24ne08c9gdq8hhpqx0t0pwanpae9z25crn7m9uy7yarse465gr's TollGate Session at Tech Tuesday (December 17, 2024)
This week’s Tech Tuesday featured an exciting session by nostr:npub1hw6amg8p24ne08c9gdq8hhpqx0t0pwanpae9z25crn7m9uy7yarse465gr, who presented nostr:npub1zzt0d0s2f4lsanpd7nkjep5r79p7ljq7aw37eek64hf0ef6v0mxqgwljrv, a groundbreaking project that enables Wi-Fi routers to create access points where users can pay for internet access using eCash (Bitcoin). nostr:npub1zzt0d0s2f4lsanpd7nkjep5r79p7ljq7aw37eek64hf0ef6v0mxqgwljrv introduces a fair system for distributing the cost of connectivity, making internet access more equitable. The project also allows routers to pay each other, forming decentralized networks that foster collaboration and innovation. Moreover, TollGate opens new possibilities for individuals to earn money by offering internet access through their routers, paving the way for decentralized connectivity and peer-to-peer networking. Thank you nostr:npub1hw6amg8p24ne08c9gdq8hhpqx0t0pwanpae9z25crn7m9uy7yarse465gr for sharing these details with us.
🔗 github: https://github.com/OpenTollGate/TollGate
### 🌞 What a time to be alive!
nostr:npub1l9s88hrtdku7f5jkmx36l4ez93ct5zul6d4lypsg76jrck23clpqkgdy85 shared an inspiring #proofOfConcept moment, buying 4 eggs at a Costa Rica market using zaps received from the Nostr community. Sharing raw eggs with Jose the farmer highlights how Nostr and Bitcoin can empower local interactions and connections. ⚡🥚🌴
## 🌱 Ecosystem Growth
Nostr is growing fast! There are now over 45 Nostr clients, and relays are running in more than 40 countries around the globe.
According to https://nostrapps.com there are overall 70 Nostr apps for now.
During this week:
Total zaps: 43,291, compared to 42,232 zaps the week before
Total events: 6,402,361, compared to 6,310,244 events the week before
Profiles with bio users: 18,730, compared to 16,388 Profiles with bio users the week before
Many thanks to [stats.nostr.band](https://stats.nostr.band/) by nostr:npub1xdtducdnjerex88gkg2qk2atsdlqsyxqaag4h05jmcpyspqt30wscmntxy for providing these insights.
## 🎓 Educational Guide
### Setting Up and Integrating the nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm Browser Extension with Nostr
The nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm browser extension helps you securely manage your Nostr keys and authenticate with decentralized applications (dApps) using the Nostr protocol. Here’s a quick guide on how to set it up and integrate it with Nostr-based services.
Step 1: Install Alby Extension
Visit https://getalby.com or search your browser’s extension store (Chrome or Firefox) to add nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm.
Once installed, the nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm icon will appear in your browser's toolbar.
Step 2: Create or Import Your Nostr Key Pair
Click on the nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm icon and select Create a new Nostr key pair or Import an existing key if you already have one.
Make sure to back up your private key securely, as it’s needed to access the clients, sign actions and restore your account again.
Step 3: Authenticate with Nostr dApps
Go to a Nostr-based dApp (e.g., a decentralized social platform).
Select nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm as your authentication method. nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm will prompt you to sign actions (like posting messages) using your private key.
Step 4: Sign Events and Actions
When interacting with a dApp, you’ll be asked to sign events, posts or messages.
nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm signs these actions with your private key, ensuring they are authenticated on the Nostr network.
Step 5: Manage Your Keys
To manage your keys, click the nostr:npub1getal6ykt05fsz5nqu4uld09nfj3y3qxmv8crys4aeut53unfvlqr80nfm icon and access Settings.
You can back up your private key or switch between multiple Nostr identities.
🔗 Github: https://github.com/getAlby/lightning-browser-extension
## 📅 Upcoming Events
### FOSDEM 2025
📅 Date: Saturday, Sunday, February 1–2, 2025 - CET
📍 Location: Brussels, Belgium
🤹♀️ Organizers: nostr:npub1qe3e5wrvnsgpggtkytxteaqfprz0rgxr8c3l34kk3a9t7e2l3acslezefe, nostr:npub1l77twp5l02jadkcjn6eeulv2j7y5vmf9tf3hhtq7h7rp0vzhgpzqz0swft, nostr:npub1hz5alqscpp8yjrvgsdp2n4ygkl8slvstrgvmjca7e45w6644ew7sewtysa , nostr:npub1nkmta4dmsa7pj25762qxa6yqxvrhzn7ug0gz5frp9g7p3jdscnhsu049fn, nostr:npub1r30l8j4vmppvq8w23umcyvd3vct4zmfpfkn4c7h2h057rmlfcrmq9xt9ma
🔗 https://fosdem.org/2025/schedule/
FOSDEM is one of the biggest gatherings for open-source developers and enthusiasts worldwide, taking place each year in Brussels. It’s a free, community-driven event where thousands of devs, innovators, and Free and Open Source Software contributors come together to demo projects, host talks, and share ideas. It’s a key place for making meaningful connections, learning from each other, and pushing open-source tech forward.
For NOSTR, being at FOSDEM is a natural fit. It’s the perfect stage to introduce the broader open-source community to Nostr’s potential—how it can replace centralized social platforms, bring true ownership of data back to users, and encourage a more resilient, open internet. Engaging with fellow open-source projects and developers at FOSDEM helps Nostr grow its ecosystem, fosters new collaborations, and gains valuable feedback. The protocol is all about grassroots development, community contributions, and evolving without the constraints of centralized platforms, which aligns perfectly with FOSDEM’s collaborative spirit.
### Uncensorable: Nostr, Bitcoin, and the Fight for Digital Freedom
📅 Date: Saturday, January 5, 2025 - 12 PM MST
📍 Location: Jives Coffee Lounge, 16 Colbrunn Ct, Colorado Springs, CO
🤹♀️ Organizers: nostr:npub1t3gxvxcf9nrcdd2ukhtfzjd39x7uers96u3ce3jnm605vhkkn7gsfp9elk - Host of nostr:npub1jz42cy8qxw6dres86sn0cr42hww24pnjqssa4k9wxqvzm5l0mvqsq2f5ku (Nostr, YouTube)
🔗 https://www.meetup.com/bitcoin-lightning-and-nostr-plebs/events/dwnpntyhccbhb
Join nostr:npub1t3gxvxcf9nrcdd2ukhtfzjd39x7uers96u3ce3jnm605vhkkn7gsfp9elk for a session on Nostr and Bitcoin. Whether you're new or experienced, gain insights into decentralized networks, Bitcoin's power, and learn how to set up your Nostr account and Bitcoin Lightning wallet. Don't miss this chance to explore these topics and digital freedom.
### FediForum April 2025
📅 Date: April 1-2, 2025, 8:30 PM IST to 1:30 AM IST
📍 Location: Online Event
🔗 https://events.humanitix.com/fediforum-april-2025?hxchl=hex-pfl
Join nostr:npub1h922hu6rjv4tc0pyks3wp7z0whfdd09da6stcnyv7dn80p83e5qqasjhr8 to explore the future of social media, including platforms like Fediverse, Bluesky, Nostr, and Mastodon. Discuss new technologies, funding models, and governance, focusing on building an open, trust-driven, and interoperable social web. Connect and collaborate with peers to shape the next generation of social media.
## 📰 Nostr in the Media
### 🩺 Revolutionizing Healthcare with Nostr: nostr:npub1s4wk4vlt5z7wk7ft0nka8e7eph2zpe5nga4n5lu9xlq6xx29qdzq0qx5y7's Vision
nostr:npub1s4wk4vlt5z7wk7ft0nka8e7eph2zpe5nga4n5lu9xlq6xx29qdzq0qx5y7 from nostr:npub1dmnzphvk097ahcpecwfeml08xw8sg2cj4vux55m5xalqtzz9t78q6k3kv6 shared how Nostr and Bitcoin protocols are transforming healthcare by giving patients control over their health data. The Salute Protocol, integrated with HL7 FHIR standards, enables secure, tamper-proof records that patients own and manage.
Partnering with Paravida Hospital in El Salvador, this initiative focuses on affordable, high-quality care for underserved communities while championing medical sovereignty and data security. By decentralizing health data, Salute empowers patients, ensures accountability, and offers scalable solutions for developing nations.
This talk highlights El Salvador's role as a hub for decentralized technology, showcasing how Nostr is revolutionizing the medical industry.
🔗 youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5G-5gaqHLw
## ⚡ Most Zapped Last Week
Nostr’s Value4Value (V4V) model is all about plebs directly rewarding creators for the value they receive—no middlemen fees, no ads, just pure community-driven support using sats via the Bitcoin Lightning Network. Thanks to [zaplife.lol](https://zaplife.lol/) by @pablof7z for providing this data. Here are the top zapped posts from last week, showcasing creators who received the most engagement:
### 🔥 Top 3: Most Zaps
1. During the bear market I stopped drinking alcohol, stopped watching porn, deleted Twitter, stopped playing video games, and stopped going on dates with women I wouldn't want to marry.
I started meditating, praying, going to the gym, focusing on my health, focusing on relationships, and focusing on training my dogs.
In the process I accumulated more bitcoin than I have ever had before.
I am grateful and I deeply appreciate all of you 💜🧡
Author: nostr:npub1jfn4ghffz7uq7urllk6y4rle0yvz26800w4qfmn4dv0sr48rdz9qyzt047
Zaps Received: 59
Sats Earned: 22k
2. Today I am releasing "narr", a lightweight RSS and Nostr longform reader for the desktop: https://github.com/fiatjaf/narr
It supports all sorts of RSS feed discovery from HTTP URLs and renders them beautifully in a simple straightforward interface, you can also paste nostr:... URIs, including nip05, npub and nprofile codes (they should also work without the nostr: prefix).
If you install narr and use it in the next 2 hours you'll be entitled to our special bonus offer: you'll get one free complaint and one free feature request, which you can write as a reply to this note -- but only if you include a screenshot of your setup.
Author: nostr:npub180cvv07tjdrrgpa0j7j7tmnyl2yr6yr7l8j4s3evf6u64th6gkwsyjh6w6
Zaps Received: 56
Sats Earned: 17k
3. okay long story short fam I was misdiagnosed with a brain aneurysm in May of this year after a car accident.
fast forward after many tests and appointments, they then conclude it’s an AVM.
fast forward some more stress and tests and specialists, turns out it’s not an AVM but a harmless larger vein and I just got the results today.
Y’ALL HAVE NO IDEA HOW FUCKING STRESSED IVE BEEN THE LAST FEW MONTHS HOLY SHIT I AM SO HAPPY AND RELIEVED RIGHT NOW MERRY CHRISTMAS HUG YOUR LOVED ONES I LOVE YOU ALL.
Author: nostr:npub1hu3hdctm5nkzd8gslnyedfr5ddz3z547jqcl5j88g4fame2jd08qh6h8nh
Zaps Received: 45
Sats Earned: 8k
🔗 event:
### 💰 Top 3: Most Sats
1. They can cancel my Instagram (1x)
They can cancel my TikTok (2x)
They can cancel my YT (2 strikes)
They’ll never cancel my Nostr.
Happy to be here 🥩
Author: nostr:npub14am887cf6kvwkce89nt7dsw3v9qrrn0uppxyvr6a2jd7xdwuwccqwnudp2
Sats Earned: 69k
Zaps Received: 42
2. BULLISH ON YOGI’S ROADMAP.
Author: nostr:npub15ypxpg429uyjmp0zczuza902chuvvr4pn35wfzv8rx6cej4z8clq6jmpcx
Sats Earned: 40k
Zaps Received: 1
3. Author: nostr:npub1vrz2rn7l7d9kugyjah5e3u65ssk32uqtdr5f66akzas3n438n78qugg5rt
Sats Earned: 31k
Zaps Received: 1
## 👋 Stay in Touch & Zap
Nostr is built by the plebs, for the plebs. If you found this recap helpful, consider supporting me—Nomishka—with a zap. Right now, I’m in a tough spot: jobless and struggling to make ends meet. Most days, I’m barely able to afford food, and honestly, 210,000 sats per month would help provide a basic income to cover essential needs.
I’m committed to supporting Nostr, and I split a part of the zaps I receive for this note with the plebs mentioned in this recap for all their great effort. Thank you so much for being part of this journey. Let me know your thoughts about this third recap, share your tips and suggestions for the next weekly recap, and let’s keep #grownostr together.
Recap by nostr:npub19hs0lg9vyd0lghayeju5fnflx0melawjrl8etuqln9gkhd4mwtxq2t5jcn
Let's build the future of medical sovereignty #saludprotocol #nostr #stopspof https://youtu.be/j5G-5gaqHLw?feature=shared
Does Fabian is in nostr? Please let me know his pubkey if he is in nostr as I would like to mention him in my weekly nostr recap.
Nostr is the best social media protocol I’ve ever used, and Bitcoin is the best currency I’ve ever used! 🚀💡
I’m grateful to my friend nostr:npub1l77twp5l02jadkcjn6eeulv2j7y5vmf9tf3hhtq7h7rp0vzhgpzqz0swft for introducing me to these amazing technologies. Thank you, nostr:npub1l77twp5l02jadkcjn6eeulv2j7y5vmf9tf3hhtq7h7rp0vzhgpzqz0swft for showing me the future of freedom and decentralization! 🌍✨
#Nostr #Bitcoin #Decentralization
🌟 Weekly Nostr Recap Question 🌟
I'm working on my weekly Nostr recap and have a question for the community:
When announcing upcoming events, what do you think is the best practice?
Should we keep it focused on events happening in the next 2 weeks?
Or is it better to also include events scheduled 1 month or more in advance?
I’d love to hear your thoughts and ideas! Let’s build a better Nostr experience together.
#Nostr #BestPractices #NostrCommunity
🌧️ Urgent Appeal for Roof Repairs 🌧️
Hello Nostr friends 👋,
I live in Sri Lanka, a country that has faced significant challenges in recent years, including hyperinflation, a government collapse, high living costs, and economic struggles. Despite these hardships, I have been committed to studying Bitcoin and even worked to orange-pill local merchants so I could live more easily using Bitcoin without conversion costs. Unfortunately, I haven’t yet been able to convince any merchants to adopt Bitcoin, despite giving it my best effort.
I live in a home that’s over 100 years old, but sadly, the roof is severely damaged and leaks whenever it rains. The situation is becoming critical—I fear the roof might collapse soon if it’s not repaired.
The repair cost is USD 2016 (2.7M sats). I previously earned a low salary that barely covered my basic needs. Now, being jobless, I cannot afford to fix the roof on my own.
This house is more than a shelter; it’s a part of my family’s legacy. Besides that, it’s also the home of my computer—a gift generously sponsored by a couple of kind people. That computer brought me the opportunity to study web development and work on Nostr. Losing my home risks destroying not only the legacy but also the gift that changed my life.
I previously repaired the roof using my Bitcoin savings and with the help of friends, but the funds were only enough for temporary fixes. The damage has since worsened, and I now need a permanent solution.
I’m humbly asking for help from this amazing community. Support doesn’t only have to be financial. If you can provide suggestions, a job opportunity, or other ways to help me get back on my feet, it would mean the world to me.
Here are the videos showing the condition: 🎥
https://m.primal.net/MslZ.mp4 https://m.primal.net/MtDR.mp4
Your kindness, advice, and support mean everything to me. Thank you so much!
With gratitude,
Nomishka Dilshan.
#HelpNeeded #NostrCommunity #Crowdfunding #Gratitude #AskNostr #Zap
I made my very first edition of "The Latest on the Nostr"! a weekly recap (9 December 2024) highlights notable news, releases, community milestones, upcoming events, and more from across the Nostr ecosystem. I am aiming to bring you a concise but comprehensive overview, so you can stay in the loop without chasing every thread. Below, you’ll find mentions of the incredible contributors and creators whose work, insights, and enthusiasm power this decentralized network last week. Dive in, discover what’s new, and consider zapping these plebs to show your support. Let’s #growNostr together! 🗞️🚀
Find the full recap as long form content by naddr1qvzqqqr4gupzqt0ql7s2cg6l7306fn9egnxn7vlhnl6ay870jhcplx23dwmtkukvqythwumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnswf5k6ctv9ehx2ap0qy88wumn8ghj7mn0wvhxcmmv9uqrs4rgv5k5cct5v4ehgtt5dpjj6nn0wd68yt2hv4jkkmre94fx2cmpwqknjt2yv43k2mtzv4ez6v3sxg6z6vehdecx7dcdw7z49
🌟 Looking for a Frontend Developer? Let’s Connect! 🌟
Hi everyone! 👋
I’m a junior frontend developer passionate about building responsive, accessible, and standards-compliant websites. 🌐
💻 What I bring to the table:
✅ Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React
✅ Expertise in W3C standards and WCAG compliance to ensure inclusive and accessible design
✅ Currently exploring Nostr development and contributing to decentralized web projects
📂 Check out my work:
🌐 GitHub : https://github.com/Nomishka
🌐 GitLab : https://gitlab.com/nomishkadilshan4
I’m enthusiastic about working on meaningful projects that align with modern web technologies and principles like decentralization. If you have opportunities or projects that align, I’d love to collaborate! 🚀
#HireMe #OpenToWork #RemoteJobs
📹 Perehara 2024 at Ambalangoda’s City God Temple 🌟
Last month, Ambalangoda in southern Sri Lanka lit up with the annual Perehara! The day and night processions featured stunning dancers, majestic elephants, and traditional performances as we paraded through the city in celebration.
A beautiful blend of spirituality and culture, the Perehara remains one of our most cherished traditions!
#SriLanka #CulturalHeritage #tradition
https://m.primal.net/Jusm.webm
Spending time with these street dogs and sharing what little I have with them brings me so much joy. My dream is to ensure they have three meals every day. I may not be able to do that fully yet, but I believe one day I will. 🐾❤️
Captured and edited by my brother nostr:npub1nu5r7jeauqdn9azn9z5q0xnen3v8zx8xr58wm0fecp2nhdnepy2sh0hjyn.
#AnimalLovers #Compassion #Kindness #DreamBig
Please don’t judge a book by its cover.
#Respect #Appearance #Wealth #Kindness
A Heartwarming Gift from Son to Father
It's my dream one day and see the joy in my father's eyes. Cherishing the precious moments with our loved ones is what truly matters.
#Fatherhood #Inspiration #Gratitude #DreamBig