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Citadel Dispatch

CD130: LNBITS, BITCOIN, AND NOSTR WITH BEN ARC

May 1, 2024
Ben Arc discusses lnbits, bitcoin, and Nostr on the podcast, emphasizing the power of free and open source software, challenges with demo server usage, building security features for lnbits, and the importance of public key crypto in empowering individuals.
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Quick takeaways

  • Bitcoin's disruptive impact on financial structures and the importance of decentralized systems in advancing financial freedom.
  • Noster's significant shift in communication protocols towards smart clients for greater user control over data and privacy.

Deep dives

Importance of Simplifying the Fed's Neutral Rate Understanding

Realizing that the neutral rate for the economy is higher than initially thought reflects a shift in Fed's monetary policy. The complexity arises as the Fed navigates between cutting rates while remaining adamant not to cut. This challenge stems from uncertainties in rate directions and market volatility.

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