Citadel Dispatch CD164: ALEX GLEASON - TRUTH SOCIAL, NOSTR, AI, AND BITCOIN
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Jun 13, 2025 Alex Gleason, architect of Donald Trump's Truth Social, now explores the synergy of Nostr, AI, and Bitcoin. He discusses the future of decentralized communication, emphasizing the challenges of centralized platforms. Gleason dives into vibe coding, showcasing AI's potential to revolutionize app development. He also examines the limitations of platforms like Mastodon compared to Nostr, and the ethical implications of AI in software development. The conversation wraps up with innovative ideas for community-driven projects and the evolving landscape of social media and cryptocurrency.
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Truth Social Build Experience
- Alex Gleason shared his secretive and intense experience building Truth Social for Donald Trump.
- They faced internal drama and a shift away from decentralization towards advertising focus.
Nostr vs Mastodon Control
- Mastodon suffers because users rent space from servers, losing control over their social graph.
- Nostr solves this by giving users full ownership of their online identity and data.
Blue Sky vs Nostr Architecture
- Blue Sky is centralized behind one server, limiting true decentralization and bridge creation.
- Nostr's design with dumb relays and permissionless IDs enables easier AI integration and scaling.