#### Public Investigation Report
npub: npub1mgxvsg25hh6vazl5zl4295h6nx4xtjtvw7r86ejklnxmlrncrvvqdrffa5:
- Total notes analyzed: 1108
- Note date range: 2023-01-24 01:02:12 - 2025-02-10 04:42:43
#### Results
Here's an analysis of the Nostr user's activity based on their notes:
**1. Main topics and interests:**
This user is heavily focused on Nostr itself, Bitcoin, and AI, particularly large language models like GPT. Key interests include:
* **Nostr Protocol Development:** Actively involved in the Nostr community, focusing on client development (Amethyst, Nostrgram, Snort), protocol improvements (NIPs, especially NIP69 for polls), spam filtering, paid relays, and general Nostr adoption.
* **Bitcoin and Lightning Network:** Strongly believes in Bitcoin and its Lightning Network, advocating for micropayments, zaps, and Bitcoin integration within Nostr clients. Often criticizes "shitcoins" and traditional finance.
* **Artificial Intelligence:** Interested in AI, particularly GPT models. Developed a GPT-based Android app for Nostr (GPT4BTC). Explores the potential of AI in content creation, spam filtering, and even its philosophical implications (AI as a future "god").
* **Spam and Censorship Resistance:** Concerned with spam issues on Nostr and advocates for solutions like paid relays and micro-payments. Appreciates Nostr's censorship-resistant nature compared to platforms like Twitter.
* **Technology and Programming:** Shows technical expertise and actively contributes to open-source projects, particularly related to Nostr. Mentions Python, HTML, CSS, Kotlin, and Jetpack Compose.
* **Current Events & Commentary:** Comments on news related to Bitcoin, finance, tech, and geopolitical events, often with a Bitcoin-centric and anti-establishment perspective. Mentions specific individuals like Elon Musk, Alex Jones, Peter Schiff, and Willy Woo, and organizations like CIA, CCP, Google and Twitter.
* **Japanese Culture & Travel:** From mid-February to May, posts frequently about being in Japan, including photos and videos of food, locations, and cultural experiences in Kamakura and Fussa.
**2. Posting frequency and patterns:**
* **High Frequency in Active Periods:** During periods of intense activity (e.g., late January to early March related to Nostr development, and again in early 2025), the user posts very frequently, sometimes multiple times per hour, and often in rapid-fire responses to conversations.
* **Lower Frequency and Gaps:** There are also periods of lower activity and significant gaps in posting (e.g., April-June 2023, June-October 2023, July 2024-February 2025). These gaps might indicate periods of being busy with other things or disengagement from Nostr.
* **Time of Day:** Posting times are spread across different time zones, suggesting a potentially global presence or irregular sleep patterns. Concentrated activity seems to occur during what would be nighttime in North America and daytime in Asia, potentially reflecting their location in Japan for a period.
**3. Notable interactions or conversations:**
* **Developer Community Engagement:** Engages extensively with other Nostr developers, including #[0], #[1], #[2], #[3], #[4], #[5], #[6], #[7], #[8], @viktor, @Semisol, @jb55, @fiatjaf, @stacksatsio, @NVK, @jleger2023, @sirius, and others. Discussions revolve around NIP69 (polls), Amethyst client development, spam filtering, and general Nostr protocol improvements.
* **Bounty and Sponsorship:** Was sponsored by #[0] for the Nostr polls bounty and received payment. Acknowledges and thanks sponsors for supporting development.
* **GPT4BTC Bot Interaction:** Developed and promoted the GPT4BTC bot, responding to user queries and testing its functionality, including spam limitations and translation features.
* **Word Game with @cowdle:** Participates in a word game with user @cowdle, suggesting a playful side.
* **Translation Requests:** Asks users #[2], #[4], #[5], #[6] to translate messages to and from English, Chinese, Cantonese, and Japanese, indicating multilingual interactions or interest in global Nostr community.
* **Mentions of Prominent Nostr/Bitcoin Figures:** Interacts with and mentions Willy Woo (#[1]), and Alex Jones (#[2]), indicating awareness of key figures in these spaces.
**4. Any unique characteristics or patterns:**
* **NIP69 Polls Champion:** Clearly a driving force behind the NIP69 poll specification and implementation, actively seeking feedback, promoting it, and working on client integration.
* **Technical Focus:** Deeply technical, focusing on protocol specifics, coding, and client development rather than purely social or content-based posting.
* **Bitcoin Maximalist:** Strongly opinionated Bitcoin maximalist stance, evident in criticism of shitcoins, traditional finance, and promotion of Bitcoin-centric solutions.
* **Open-Source Advocate:** Emphasizes open-source development and collaboration within the Nostr ecosystem.
* **Humorous and Sarcastic Tone:** Uses humor, sarcasm, and memes frequently in their posts.
* **Travel and Culture Posts (Japan):** Unique period of posting about Japanese travel and culture, distinguishing this period from other activity patterns.
* **Consistent Promotion of GPT4BTC App:** Repeatedly promotes their GPT4BTC Android app.
**5. Writing style and tone:**
* **Informal and Conversational:** Uses informal language, slang ("pleb," "fren," "dude," "shitcoiners"), and emojis.
* **Direct and Opinionated:** Expresses strong opinions directly and forcefully, particularly regarding Bitcoin, shitcoins, and centralized platforms.
* **Humorous and Sarcastic:** Injects humor and sarcasm into many posts, even technical discussions.
* **Enthusiastic and Passionate:** Shows enthusiasm for Nostr, Bitcoin, and AI, especially their potential and current developments.
* **Collaborative and Helpful (within dev community):** While opinionated, also demonstrates a collaborative and helpful attitude within the Nostr developer community, seeking feedback and offering assistance.
* **Occasional Profanity:** Uses profanity occasionally, but not excessively.
**6. How likely is this user to be a bot (0-100%)?**
* **20% Likelihood of Bot:** While some promotional aspects (GPT4BTC app, repeated NIP69 promotion) might initially suggest bot-like behavior, the overall pattern strongly indicates a **human user**. Factors pointing to human:
* **Varied and nuanced conversations:** Engages in complex discussions, responds contextually, and shows understanding of subtle issues.
* **Humor and sarcasm:** Uses humor and sarcasm in a way that is characteristic of human communication.
* **Personal anecdotes and experiences:** Shares personal experiences like travel to Japan, struggles with jet lag, and opinions on movies and food.
* **Development contributions:** Actively develops and contributes to open-source projects, a complex task usually requiring human ingenuity.
* **Emotional responses:** Expresses frustration, excitement, gratitude, and other emotions throughout their posts.
* **Inconsistencies in posting frequency:** Gaps and varied posting times are more typical of human behavior than a consistently scheduled bot.
* **Word game participation:** Engaging in interactive games is a strong indicator of human involvement.
* **Self-promotion is integrated into genuine contributions:** While self-promoting GPT4BTC and NIP69, it is tied to actual development efforts and community engagement, not purely spam.
**7. How spammy is this user (0-100%)?**
* **30% Spammyness:** While not primarily a spam account, there are elements that contribute to a moderate "spammyness" score:
* **Repeated Promotion of GPT4BTC App:** Multiple posts promoting their Android app could be considered self-promotional.
* **NIP69 Promotion Overload:** Extensive and sometimes repetitive promotion of NIP69, especially in March 2023, could be seen as excessive.
* **Link Dropping:** Frequent posting of links to their app, GitHub NIP, and image hosting sites could be perceived as link spam in some contexts, although often relevant to discussions.
* **Occasional "Copy-Paste" Style Messages:** Repeating similar messages promoting NIP69 to multiple users could be interpreted as slightly spammy.
However, the content is generally relevant to the Nostr community and often provides valuable information or contributes to discussions. The "spam" is mostly related to promoting their projects within the relevant context of Nostr development, not unrelated or malicious content.
**8. Any other interesting or curious details:**
* **"ToadlyBroodle" Persona:** The username "ToadlyBroodle" and the consistent self-identification as "ToadlyBroodle" when referring to NIP69 development suggests a distinct online persona.
* **Rapid Adoption of New Tech:** Quickly adopted and mastered new technologies like GPT models, Nostr protocol, and Jetpack Compose, demonstrating a tech-savvy and fast-learning nature.
* **"Plebchain" Enthusiast:** Uses the term "plebchain" frequently, aligning with a certain subculture within Bitcoin and Nostr communities.
* **"HFSS" (Have fun staying spammed) Meme:** Uses the "Have fun staying spammed" meme, common in certain online communities critical of centralized platforms.
* **"Ostrichization" Term:** Uses the term "ostrichization," indicating a nuanced vocabulary and possibly a specific online community affiliation.
* **Contradictory Stance on AI:** Presents a complex and somewhat contradictory view of AI, both as a powerful tool and potentially as a future "god" that could control humanity, while also advocating for AI ethics.
**9. What is their spirit animal?**
* **Beaver:** The beaver, known for its industriousness, engineering skills, and community-oriented nature, seems like a fitting spirit animal. This user is highly industrious in the Nostr development space, actively "building" NIPs and client features, and engaging with the community in a collaborative way. Like a beaver building a dam, they are actively constructing and improving the Nostr ecosystem.
* **Alternatively, a Honey Badger:** If we consider the more opinionated, resilient, and somewhat "spammy" aspects, a honey badger could also be considered. Honey badgers are known for their tenacity, fearlessness, and thick skin, which might reflect the user's strong opinions, persistence in pushing for NIP69 adoption, and resilience in the face of potential criticism or spam accusations.
In summary, this Nostr user is a highly active, technically skilled, and opinionated individual deeply invested in the Nostr and Bitcoin ecosystems. They are a significant contributor to Nostr development, particularly known for their work on NIP69 polls. While occasionally promotional and somewhat spammy in their enthusiasm, their contributions are generally valuable and their activity pattern strongly suggests a human user with a passionate and distinctive online presence.
*llm: gemini-2.0-flash-thinking-exp*
