Join Fiatjaf, Hodlbod, and Vitor Pamplona as they discuss censorship, content curation, scaling Nostr, content discovery, filtering, and influencing clients on content filtering features. They also touch on NIP concerns, reflections on Nostr, and a bonus chat on SimpleX & Nostr - private DMs.
Integrating lightning into a social network would be a game-changing application and revolutionize the ad-based model.
Different definitions of censorship are explored, highlighting the importance of power control over speech.
Scalability of Noster is addressed through solutions like NIP filtering and data vending machines.
User feedback and trust are crucial for Noster's success, with emphasis on detailed suggestions and proposals.
Deep dives
Reactive security and off-volt as a way to achieve it
The speaker emphasizes the importance of having reactive security and believes that off-volt is currently the most straightforward and easiest way to achieve it.
Integrating lightning into a social network as the killer app
The speaker suggests that integrating lightning into a social network would be a game-changing application, citing that if Bitcoin existed when Twitter started, they would not have pursued the ad-based model.
Defining censorship and the role of relays
There is a discussion on the different definitions of censorship, with one participant highlighting the importance of having a monopoly of power over speech to consider it censorship. The discussion also focuses on the role of relays in filtering content and the need for clients to allow users to choose their preferred relays.
Scaling challenges and the future of Noster
The scalability of Noster is addressed, acknowledging the need to handle a larger volume of content as the user base grows. Solutions include NIP 65 to filter data based on user preference, the use of data vending machines for content organization, and the concept of smarter servers and clients to handle the increasing amount of data efficiently.
Noster: A Flexible Solution for Social Content and Coordination
Noster is a decentralized platform that offers various solutions for social content and coordination. It provides a centralized server service called Hive.1, which allows users to rank and follow people. However, some limitations still exist in terms of browsing specific topics or creating private lists. The podcast discusses the importance of incorporating features like guilty pleasure lists and the ability to attribute a quality to the people you follow. The speakers emphasize the need for continuous development and improvement to meet users' desires and cater to different preferences. They also discuss the challenges of handling the increasing number of NIPs (Noster Improvement Proposals) and the importance of considering mandatory functionalities cautiously to maintain decentralization and user accessibility.
The Role of Users in Noster's Evolution
The podcast highlights that maintaining users' trust and implementing their feedback is crucial for Noster's success. The speakers emphasize the importance of users providing detailed suggestions and proposals through well-written emails or pull requests. They appreciate the value of specificity and express their willingness to consider and incorporate well-defined changes or features. The discussion also touches on the challenges of monitoring and prioritizing numerous user requests while maintaining a balance between flexibility, feasibility, and security. The speakers encourage users to contribute positively and appreciate the efforts of developers who work tirelessly to improve the platform.
Privacy and Cryptography Considerations in Noster
The podcast delves into the intersection of privacy, cryptography, and Noster. The speakers discuss the challenges of implementing key rotation from the beginning, acknowledging the benefits of better security and reduced metadata leakage. However, they point out the difficulty in balancing privacy and user-friendly implementation. The podcast explores the potential for attracting cryptographers to help address these challenges and optimize cryptographic mechanisms. The speakers highlight the importance of continuous improvement and auditing protocols to enhance privacy, security, and the overall Noster experience.
The Existential Questions Surrounding Noster's Development
The podcast acknowledges the existence of existential questions surrounding Noster's development, often driven by concerns about censorship and potential failures. The speakers address these concerns by emphasizing their commitment to working on Noster and ensuring its success. They highlight the need for users and developers to take the platform seriously, considering the potential risks from a variety of perspectives, including privacy, content moderation, and user experience. The podcast concludes by expressing the importance of maintaining open dialogue, seeking expert advice, and continually evolving Noster to overcome challenges and provide a robust and secure social media platform.
