To all the cool people running a ⚡️@RaspiBlitz based on @Raspberry_Pi without a fan 🌋

If you only run a few services the device will stay around 60°C which is ok. But when you want to get more load on the device running lightning and more services it can get a bit hot ♨️

I found a cool solution to give your raspi some fresh air with a high quality fan that fits perfectly 🪭

It just lays flat under the raspi, has rubber footing so everything stays in place with minimal vibration and the best part is, that it comes with speed control. That way you can run the speed only as high as you need it and minimize noise. Costs only $12 + shipping on Ebay.

Search for:

MULTIFAN S1, Quiet 80mm USB Cooling Fan for Receiver DVR Computer XBOX Cabinets

https://www.ebay.com/itm/234565850669

If you love this idea and helps you keep your node cool leave me a few sats! indiecryptocoach@getalby.com

#bitcoinnode #lightning #raspberrypi #bitcoin

Fun fact! The reason I got into #Bitcoin many years ago was to anonymously pay for a VPN service. LOL.

There is a lot of misconception about VPNs. If a provider is located in one of the five eyes country they actually hand over your data to the gov 🤡

http://trust.zone is a great VPN located in the Seychelles away from prying gov eyes. You can also pay with #Bitcoin or #Crypto and stay 100% private (make sure your coins are not tinted with your ID).

They have a limited offer where you get a huge discount, and if you pay with crypto, you get another 10% off.

I have been using it for years and am very very happy. The UI just works very reliably and that is why I stay with them. It just works, unlike many competitors who mess up your network properties all the time. Speed is fast and they have many different locations to choose from the very neat pop up menu.

https://trustzonevpn.info/r.php?RID=B-ZhtuT-MDAxNjkwODUyNjcy

(some browsers report an untrustworthy link, that is a false alarm imho)

Self-custody starts with 12 words.

But you need to actively defend these words by further learning and hardening your self-custody strategy.

The security is not embedded in a hardware wallet, but in your understanding of the technology and correctly balancing the risk between security and recoverability.

Just secured a reseller agreement with CoinKite... Soon there will be COLDCARDS for sale in Nicaragua!!!!!!!

Stop procrastinating and learn about #SelfCustody.

The best day to start is today 👀

If you are overwhelmed by the noise and choice, give us a follow, we will offer a unique crypto self-custody course soon that breaks down the overwhelm into weekly lessons/tasks. Personal support and also reminders to stay on track. You only need a few hours every week, so no more excuses you are too busy 🤣

There is no excuse anymore for NOT learning about #Bitcoin! 🤣

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Now, DO the course regardless what you already know, retweet like hell to all the no-coiners and give me a follow 🙏

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#Bitcoin #CryptoEducation #getrich #WealthManagement

Paranoid Crypto Rules

Stay ahead of crypto safety!

Rule:

"Run antivir software on every device"

Definition:

Antivirus software is your digital shield, guarding your devices against malicious threats like viruses, malware, and spyware. It's your virtual security guard, keeping your crypto safe.

Risk:

Without antivirus protection, your devices are exposed to a multitude of online dangers. Cybercriminals are constantly evolving, posing a significant risk to your crypto transactions and wallet management. Don't leave your digital door open to threats.

Psychology:

It's human nature to think "it won't happen to me," but cyberattacks are indiscriminate. Don't fall victim to the psychology of false security. Be proactive and protect what matters most – your digital life.

Exceptions:

While antivirus software is crucial, it's not foolproof. Stay vigilant, avoid suspicious links, and keep your software up to date. Remember, even the best antivirus can't protect against every threat, so don't let your guard down.

In a world where cyber threats are constantly evolving, antivirus software is your first line of defense. Stay secure, stay protected!

BTW: Many antivir companies offer good deals on protecting several desktop and mobile devices in one subscription.

#CyberSecurity #Antivirus #StaySafeOnline #Bitcoin #crypto #CryptoSecurity #antivir #cyberatack #cryptoinvestment

looking at my node makes me always happy

How do you explain #Bitcoin to people with little or no technology/IT background?

You tell them a story of a purchase...

When you want to buy something normally by using your bankcard, this is what happens.

• You give card details to the shop.

• The shop asks the bank if I am good for the money.

• The bank checks its records to see if I have enough in my account.

• If I do, it lets the shop know.

• The bank updates its records to show the movement of money from the account to the shop's account and it takes a fee for the trouble.

• Now, if you wanted to remove the bank from that system, who else would you trust to keep those records and not alter them or cheat in any way?

• I wouldn’t trust any single person in fact.

• But I might trust everyone e.g. a very large group of people.

• The idea is you don't have a central record of transactions, instead, you distribute many many copies of the ledger around the world.

• Each owner of each copy records every transaction.

• So to buy something using cryptocurrency, I give the shop my details, the shop asks all the bookkeepers if I am good for the money.

• The bookkeepers all check their records to see if I have enough.

• If I do they tell the shop and all update their records to show the movement of money.

• So there is no way that a forged transaction can make it in.

• If I try to alter a ledger entry, it won't match all of the other copies.

• And it gets rejected.

• And one of them at random will be given a reward of some newly created cryptocurrency.

• This is how cryptocurrencies work, and remember, all of these bookkeepers, all of these ledgers, there are not actual people, but they are computers.

• Lots of computers.

Thank you BBC, probably the only good BBC video in existence LOL

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzAuB2FG79A

#Hyperbitcoinization: The meteoric rise of Bitcoin as the leading global asset, ledger and flourishing on-chain economy, driven by the migration of capital from lesser assets to Bitcoin due to its superior security and decentralization, further amplified by the network effect.

And the beauty is, that everyone that owns bitcoin at the time of fork will automatically be included in the new fork. So clever.

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First ever lesson for being successful in crypto...

Transform from being a follower/consumer to a creator. To be able to create, you need knowledge. This is a high quality and free nft education course, starts October.

NFTs are the ultimate megatrend.

https://www.unic.ac.cy/openmetaverse/mooc-nfts-metaverse/

#nft #metaverse #metaversedevelopment #education

Hyperbitcoinization: The meteoric rise of Bitcoin as the leading global asset, ledger and flourishing on-chain economy, driven by the migration of capital from lesser assets to Bitcoin due to its superior security and decentralization, further amplified by the network effect.

People lose their cryptos left and right and don't even know what they are doing wrong 🧐

This educational online quiz will check your awareness of crypto security with 20 questions 🤓

This might save you from being hacked or scammed in the future.

You'r welcome 😆

https://independent-crypto-coaching.involve.me/crypto-security-quiz

#cryptocurrency #Security #Bitcoin #StaySafe