A lot of people are asking 'What now?' today, now that Bitcoin has crossed $100k.
Some ideas:
- Hold your own keys
- Run your own node
- Build the circular economy
- Work towards making Bitcoin the best money that it can be
Job's not finished.
Can’t seem to recreate so far. Will investigate further.
nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejqzyrhwden5te0dehhxarj9ekxzmnyqyt8wumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnwdaehgu3wvfskueq555fk2 Hey Zeus team: i added a contact to my contacts section, and it crashed the app. then, when i try and open the contacts now it crashes the app every time. just letting you know, let me know if i can help find the bug.
running 0.9.3-beta3 downloaded from zapstore. i use graphene with pixel 6a. my connection is via LNC with my lightning node running on Start9.
Manually added or from Nostr? What fields did you populate?
ZEUS v0.9.3-rc1 is now available for testing.
## v0.9.3 highlights
- Improved channels UI: including reserves
- Invoice Settings: Display requested amount on invoice
- Embedded LND: Troubleshooting menu
- Bitcoin denominated amounts: display with spaces
- ZEUS Pay: UX improvements
- Bug fixes and enhancements
## Links
Release notes: https://github.com/ZeusLN/zeus/releases/tag/v0.9.3-rc1
Android
Universal APK: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.3-rc1-universal.apk
arm64-v8a APK: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.3-rc1-arm64-v8a.apk
Manifest: https://zeusln.com/manifest-v0.9.3-rc1.txt
Manifest Signature: https://zeusln.com/manifest-v0.9.3-rc1.txt.sig
iOS
IPA: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.3-rc1.ipa
Apple TestFlight: https://testflight.apple.com/join/vVnODWoi
We’re on the tail end of this release. Should be on app stores next week.
nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejqzyrhwden5te0dehhxarj9ekxzmnyqyt8wumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnwdaehgu3wvfskueq555fk2 currently running connected to my LND credentials on umbrel, when trying to purchase an inbound channel keep getting this message
Do I need to fund a utxo and open a channel directly instead of purchasing some inbound or am I missing something? Trying to test out the zeuspay changes...
Also, a simpleton 🫤🤔
Try the web app here: https://lsps1.olympusln.com/
We’re rolling out some changes in the new release that should allow remote users to order channels in app more reliably.
UTXO HO HO
For purchased chans yes, but this is actually pertaining to fees for the ZEUS Pay service. They’re different things.
I love the idea of the #lightning network, but it's super unreliable outside of trivial amounts of money. And worse, the error messages when it fails are incomprehensible.
For example, I just tried to buy a gift card from bitrefill with nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejqzyrhwden5te0dehhxarj9ekxzmnyqyt8wumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnwdaehgu3wvfskueq555fk2 and was told I didn't have enough local funds. The balance is Zeus is larger than the amount I'm trying to send, so that seems like a terrible error message.
The amount is more than I have in any single channel, but that's why I have multiple channels and even a multi-path payment fails with that same error. If I need a bigger channel, 🙄 fine. Tell me that. And tell me how I can increase the size of an existing channel with Olympus.
Here's my point: If I have the #sats, in self-custody in lightning, I should be able to send as many of them as I want. In the event it does fail, I should be presented with an error message that clearly explains why.
This doesn't seem like it is too much to ask.
And, yes, I plan on setting up an always-online lightning node soon enough so I can complain about more lightning software failures, or sing their praises, whichever is appropriate.
Try out our latest beta and run through the items on the new Troubleshooting menu.
You should be up and running again in no time.
We did some analysis and felt that the UX, profit, and incentive tradeoffs were all worth it.
Zero-fee routes are now required for all payments, whether it be with a remote or mobile node.
ICYMI: ZEUS Pay lightning address fees slashed to zero
https://blog.zeusln.com/zeus-pay-lightning-address-fees-slashed-to-zero/
We know the feeling.l Kindness and humility are key.
Your kids will probably never have to open a bank account
Last day to take advantage of this deal! nostr:note1cgjrgzze8dnp3auhqnwsf76z33wkujjll74kjflclwrg68gkl7ksd8yeun
That’s a common issue. Only advice we can say is try smaller amounts to empty the wallet.
This is getting ridiculously frustrating. There is more than %1 left on the wallet. Any hints? Cc nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejqzyrhwden5te0dehhxarj9ekxzmnyqyt8wumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnwdaehgu3wvfskueq555fk2
If this is for the embedded node, try upgrading to the latest beta and trying the four items on the new Troubleshooting menu
ZEUS v0.9.3-beta3 is now available for testing.
In this build:
- Invoice Settings: Display requested amount on invoice
- Embedded LND: Troubleshooting menu
- Bug fixes and enhancements
v0.9.3 highlights:
- Channel reserve display
- Bitcoin denominated amounts: display with spaces
- ZEUS Pay: UX improvements
- Bug fixes and enhancements
## Links
Release notes: https://github.com/ZeusLN/zeus/releases/tag/v0.9.3-beta3
Android
Universal APK: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.3-beta3-universal.apk
arm64-v8a APK: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.3-beta3-arm64-v8a.apk
Manifest: https://zeusln.com/manifest-v0.9.3-beta3.txt
Manifest Signature: https://zeusln.com/manifest-v0.9.3-beta3.txt.sig
iOS
IPA: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.3-beta3.ipa
Apple TestFlight: https://testflight.apple.com/join/vVnODWoi
What’s happening here #asknostr
nostr:npub1xnf02f60r9v0e5kty33a404dm79zr7z2eepyrk5gsq3m7pwvsz2sazlpr5 
All systems are live. Check your network connection.
Hey nostr:npub1xnf02f60r9v0e5kty33a404dm79zr7z2eepyrk5gsq3m7pwvsz2sazlpr5! Loving your wallet—it's been a great experience so far! However, I’m having trouble adding my cold wallet’s xpub to display transaction history and balance. Any tips or suggestions to resolve this? Thanks!
While importing you need to toggle Existing account and specify the birthday height of the wallet
You guys are gonna love what we have in store for 2025. nostr:note1qrvcvx2ts9kl8we606hjyr7vmyzx766ekwpju00e2l2fpkkkz9psfz7nf7
Do we have to add a ‘Batteries not included’ notice in our license? nostr:note1azmyduwnxajvtca6ph9gusrtc54jaypmv0pf94dthzut4yltvzyqr3ewdk
I also recently had a few issues with Zeus and a for e closed channel. Up until recently I loved using Zeus
https://fountain.fm/episode/CD5YpJHORn0a07ryjKmu
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We closed a bunch of channels recently. Give this a read and let us know if you have any questions: https://docs.zeusln.app/lsp/channel-differences/
Nope. Requires hold invoices which are not supported w CLN out the box
No. There is no NWC support at the moment.
Zero fee routes are needed. The most straightforward way to do this is with a channel to Olympus.
There’s no NWC but if you use Damus you can set Zeus as your default wallet under Settings > Zaps
There’s a 10 sat minimum. For now.
Introducing ZEUS White: our white glove node management, point of sale, and integrated enterprise solutions for businesses
Happy Whitepaper Day
Observation with #Zeuspay
When I receive a #zap, I don't receive notifications or see notifications from #Amethyst or #Primal until after I redeem them in nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejqzyrhwden5te0dehhxarj9ekxzmnyqyt8wumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnwdaehgu3wvfskueq555fk2
Once I open Zeus and navigate to my lightning address and redeem my pending zaps, push notifications from Amethyst start coming through and they are now visible in my notifications screen.
If I don't open Zeus and redeem the zaps, I'm never notified.
You can set up push notifications or Nostr notifications under settings
ZEUS v0.9.1-rc1 is now available for testing.
In this build:
- Bug fix: payment settings recognized for LN payments >= 10k sats
- Bug fix: iOS: allow iOS users to input negative amounts for inbound fees
- Importing Account: add loading indicator
- Nostr: new default relays
v0.9.1 highlights:
- LND: BOLT 11 blinded paths
- LND: spend full UTXOs
- LND: Inbound routing fees
- [Experimental] Rescans for external wallets
- Simplified open channel UX
- Linked contacts showing in Channel view
- LNDHub: dismiss custodial warning
- POS: add option to default to Keypad view
## Links
Release notes: https://github.com/ZeusLN/zeus/releases/tag/v0.9.1-rc1
Android
Universal APK: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.1-rc1-universal.apk
arm64-v8a APK: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.1-rc1-arm64-v8a.apk
Manifest: https://zeusln.com/manifest-v0.9.1-rc1.txt
Manifest Signature: https://zeusln.com/manifest-v0.9.1-rc1.txt.sig
iOS
IPA: https://zeusln.com/zeus-v0.9.1-rc1.ipa
Apple TestFlight: https://testflight.apple.com/join/vVnODWoi 
You can get started w a channel from our LSP with less than 10k sats. Check out our web portal at https://lsps1.olympusln.com/
nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujumt0wd68ytnsw43qzrthwden5te0dehhxtnvdakqz8thwden5te0dehhxarj94c82c3wwajkcmr0wfjx2u3wdejhgjaa6xr haven't gotten any update on 2069 so far. It says "Payment Settled", but there's no indication on whether the order is being processed. Any info on that? Thanks!
Should be out for delivery soon. Email support or DM us w the mailing address for the tracking info.
Embedded node only for now. Haven’t gotten it pushed upstream yet.
The charm is on the shoe nostr:npub1lrjgpa9m2dl6esdah5pq7m005ymwh4glq4aet76q2zlz2f83esfsa2zvrj 
Thank you nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujumt0wd68ytnsw43qzrthwden5te0dehhxtnvdakqz8thwden5te0dehhxarj94c82c3wwajkcmr0wfjx2u3wdejhgjaa6xr, that's helpful. Also thanks for explaining your policy some days ago on #Nostr *first*! 💜 I'll stay with you.
Cheers! Just trying our best.
New content added to our docs site:
LSP: Differences between on-chain funded and purchased channels
https://docs.zeusln.app/lsp/channel-differences
FAQ: I'm having issues syncing. Sync is either stuck or won't start. What can I do?
FAQ: I restored my 24 words in ZEUS and my funds are still not showing up. Where are they?
📜🪶🧠
You’re welcome!
Adding this info to our docs site now. Cheers.
We reserve the right to close channels opened to us at our discretion. Channels that push a lot of capacity to our side of the channel are more likely to be closed.
If you want guarantees in your channel lifetime, you need to purchase the channel through the LSP: https://lsps1.olympusln.com/
Otherwise you can still use ZEUS to open channels with other peers
GM 
I also found that by bolt11 implementation theres also correlation of channel id (and short channel id) and the funding tx.
And by bolt11, the short channel id is added to the invoice. So, as I understood, even with unannoinced channels in wallet like phoenix, the utxo is leaked by default with bolt11 invoices (not with bolt12 reusable invoice).
Zeus embedded lnd for example has an option to wrap invoices and permit to receive payments with bolt11 invoices that dont leaks channel-ids and node-id to the payer.
Also zeus is adding blinding paths, the same trick used in bolt12 to make bolt11 invoices private.
nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujumt0wd68ytnsw43qzrthwden5te0dehhxtnvdakqz8thwden5te0dehhxarj94c82c3wwajkcmr0wfjx2u3wdejhgjaa6xr have I understood how things works or I'm missing something here? Its really possible to find the funding tx when exposing the channel-id in unannounced channels?
Pretty accurate. Need to take into account whether the channel gets force closed, whether Taproot is used, whether SCID aliases are used, and what other info the attacker observes passively
Is it possible to use nostr:nprofile1qqsrf5h4ya83jk8u6t9jgc76h6kalz3plp9vusjpm2ygqgalqhxgp9gpz4mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujumt0wd68ytnsw43qzrthwden5te0dehhxtnvdakqz8thwden5te0dehhxarj94c82c3wwajkcmr0wfjx2u3wdejhgjaa6xr in a non selfcustodial way as LN wallet? For example like WoS/Blink
We don’t host wallets for others, but you could connect to custodial interfaces hosted by a friend or family with LNDHub or Lightning Node Connect
It’s called the Uncle Jim model
Oh wow. Never had that problem I think… but It’s been a while.
nostr:npub1xnf02f60r9v0e5kty33a404dm79zr7z2eepyrk5gsq3m7pwvsz2sazlpr5 could you help here?
For sync issues we recommended going through your Neutrino peer list and removing all the peers with high ping times. <200ms is optimal. <1000ms should still work. Menu > Embedded Node > Peers > Neutrino.
If issues persist, reset the Neutrino data under Advanced setting and restart the sync from scratch.
If you use Zeus you’re able to bump onchain transaction fees to get you out of scenarios described in the original post