I’m an educator. I taught at the collegiate level for almost 2 decades. I’m not an influencer.
I educate. I inform. I empower. I provide knowledge that I give to others.
As a professional with over 20 years of experience, I know how to perform sound research, write reports, and present results.
The paper will also include evidence.
The paper includes real solutions. I think I might just include the app idea as well. Recall, I stated I had an app idea that I was auctioning off starting at 10 Bitcoins. The idea is a winner. The idea is a lot of work to put together but it works. It’s a real solution.
I’m almost at the conclusion of my research about the true implementation of Bitcoin. I should be done within the next few days.
The working title for the paper…
Bitcoin: The Reality, The Potential, and The Issues
It could change later.
It’s Interesting how I even got started on this. I definitely learned a lot. There are still unanswered questions. But that’s the beauty of it. I’m happy with the overall analysis. The paper will showcase the reality of it all, the potential for Bitcoin, and its unresolved issues.
Self-funded. Independent. Unbiased. Statistically sound.
Trust in God with all your heart.
All glory to God. 🙌
“Of course it is good to give without seeing the proof but in the world we live in now only the proof gives the confidence to receive more funding. “
The above statement shouldn’t be the case. And this is a problem with the world. People should give based on what’s in their hearts. Not based on proof of what you’ll do with it. My perspective is Biblical.
Alright, Nostr fam, what's a "Zap"?
Are we just slapping the word on any digital tip jar, or are we sticking to a core value? Because frankly, if I wanted vague financial gestures, I'd use Venmo.
Words are important. And our users need definitions.
Here are some options:
- 1: The "Participation Trophy" definition:
Oh, you sent value, any value as a reaction to a post? That's a Zap! Doesn't matter if it's sats, seashells, or your grandma's IOU. You can "Zap" anything, through any means: on-chain, lightning, cashu, whatever. It only has to transfer value.
Pros: Everyone gets a gold star! (Even if they don't deserve it.)
Cons: Turns "Zap" into meaningless digital confetti. (Isn't confetti fun?)
- 2: The "Bitcoin Or Bust" definition:
It's gotta be Bitcoin! It can use any chain, any L2, lightning, cashu and even BTC bank accounts, either custodial or self-custody. The method is irrelevant as long as it is valued in BTC.
Pros: Bitcoin-centric
Cons: Custodial shenanigans.
- 3: The "Any Lightning" definition:
If it didn't come through the Lightning Network, it's not a Zap. Period. However, Taproot assets count as lightning. So, It can be any token.
Pros: No other L2 shenanigans
Cons: Cashu is out. Might hurt nostr:nprofile1qqs9pk20ctv9srrg9vr354p03v0rrgsqkpggh2u45va77zz4mu5p6ccpzemhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejz7qgkwaehxw309a5xjum59ehx7um5wghxcctwvshszrnhwden5te0dehhxtnvdakz7qrxnfk's feelings
- 4: The "Lightning and BTC" definition:
"Bitcoin, Lightning, no exceptions. If you're not doing it this way, you're doing it wrong."
Pros: Clarity. Precision. Dictatorship.
Cons: Still hurting nostr:nprofile1qqs9pk20ctv9srrg9vr354p03v0rrgsqkpggh2u45va77zz4mu5p6ccpzemhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejz7qgkwaehxw309a5xjum59ehx7um5wghxcctwvshszrnhwden5te0dehhxtnvdakz7qrxnfk
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So, which is it? Are we watering down "Zap" until it's just another internet high-five, or are we maintaining some semblance of integrity?
How would you define the boundaries of what a zap is and isn't? Should a cashu zap count as a zap? Or should we name it something else?
I thought a zap was a quick way to send small amounts of bitcoin over lightning to another user via social media. nostr:nprofile1qqsr9cvzwc652r4m83d86ykplrnm9dg5gwdvzzn8ameanlvut35wy3gpzemhxue69uhhyetvv9ujuurjd9kkzmpwdejhgqgnwaen5te0wfjkccte9e4xydf49e3k7mgfcul5p can correct me if I’m wrong. Instead of just liking content, someone can show how much they value your content by actually giving monetary value via sats.
With sats, I can spend it immediately.
This is no disrespect to nostr:npub12rv5lskctqxxs2c8rf2zlzc7xx3qpvzs3w4etgemauy9thegr43sf485vg , but Where does one spend Cashu immediately?
I love talking about God.
Seek God’s righteousness.
Seek God’s Kingdom.
Seek God.
We technically shouldn’t even need a charity. There’s enough to go around. There’s enough to share. Jesus wasn’t a rich man and still gave to the needy without a charity, non profit nor organization. It’s the main reason why I haven’t created one for my ministry even though I had a non profit corporation for education in the past.
The Bible basically says if someone asks, give. It’s that simple. You asked and I had it to give. So, i gave it to you. I personally don’t need to see proof of where the sats went. God sees everything and everyone. We all have to answer to Him at the end.
Compassionate hearts. ❤️
This world would be a better place if there was more empathy.
Word of the Day: Empathy
Walking by Faith 🙏
I’m getting steps closer. ✨
Jesus’ teachings are reminders of how we should live with one another.