Preston Pysh, a key influencer in the Nostr ecosystem, Alex Li, an innovative developer, and Odell, a champion of new funding models, dive into the critical topic of funding for open-source projects. They explore the challenges of financial support in decentralized environments and the revolutionary potential of direct tipping via the 'zap' system. The panel discusses sustainable funding models, the importance of community engagement, and the need for improved interoperability in Nostr. Their insights provide an optimistic outlook for the ecosystem's growth and innovation.