Citadel Dispatch

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Sep 10, 2025 • 1h 26min

CD177: MARKS - MAPLE PRIVATE AND SECURE AI

Mark Suman is CoFounder of OpenSecret and Maple. OpenSecret is a platform for building private and secure apps and Maple is an AI tool built using OpenSecret. Maple offers users and developers an easy way to interact with popular open source AI models.Marks on Nostr: https://primal.net/marksMarks on X: https://x.com/marks_ftwMaple on Nostr: https://primal.net/mapleaiMaple on X: https://x.com/TryMapleAIMaple: https://trymaple.ai/OpenSecret: https://opensecret.cloud/EPISODE: 177BLOCK: 913963PRICE: 898 sats per dollar(00:01:38) Happy Bitcoin Tuesday(00:03:05) Marks and Maple AI(00:07:10) Apple's AI Strategy and Product Unveiling(00:11:40) Privacy and Security in AI with Maple(00:19:59) Open Source AI Models and Industry Trends(00:27:02) Freedom of Thought and AI's Influence(00:39:00) User Experience and Privacy in Maple AI(00:48:50) AI and Parenting(01:02:41) Maple AI Developer API and Proxy Feature(01:16:00) Open Secret and Maple AI: Company OverviewVideo: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqsx7ypznejxgujpqdwnch5w6pzeh03pn9fvr5guqpry930e7w3yqycllz5kmmore info on the show: https://citadeldispatch.comlearn more about me: https://odell.xyz
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Sep 5, 2025 • 1h 33min

CD176: EGGE - NPUB CASH AND CASHU

Egge is a key contributor of the cashu protocol, focused on private, cheap, offline, and programmable bitcoin wallets. We dive deep on cashu, nostr, and the broader bitcoin ecosystem.Egge on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsdmup6e2z6mcpeue6z6kl08he49hcen5xnrc3tnpvw0mdgtjemh0suxa0kjnpub.cash: https://npub.cash/cashu.me: https://cashu.mecashu.space: https://cashu.space/EPISODE: 176BLOCK: 913322PRICE: 899 sats per dollar(00:01:18) Happy Bitcoin Friday(00:03:19) Nostr Live Streaming and Open Protocols(00:04:41) Egge: Creator of npub.cash(00:05:53) Understanding npub.cash and Lightning Addresses(00:09:15) The Evolution of npub.cash(00:14:07) Challenges with Redeeming Zaps(00:18:50) Future Improvements in Cashu Protocol(00:22:23) Cashu Ecosystem and Development(00:27:00) Mint Discovery and User Experience(00:36:00) Public Infrastructure and Vibe Coding(00:43:06) The Future of Mint Operations(00:51:00) Risks and Responsibilities of Running Mints(00:57:54) Improving Mint Discovery and Recommendations(01:06:19) User Experience Challenges in Cashu(01:13:08) Implementing Cashu(01:17:11) Point of Sale Systems with Cashu(01:24:03) Bolt 12 and Future Payment Protocols(01:30:57) The Potential of Cashu and NostrVideo: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqsx7ypznejxgujpqdwnch5w6pzeh03pn9fvr5guqpry930e7w3yqycllz5kmmore info on the show: https://citadeldispatch.comlearn more about me: https://odell.xyz
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Aug 30, 2025 • 1h 7min

CD175: FROSTSNAP - FROST MULTISIG

Lloyd, co-founder of Frostsnap, shares his expertise in Bitcoin multisig wallets utilizing FROST technology for enhanced security and user experience. He discusses the innovative design of Frostsnap, focusing on its user-friendly features and fault-tolerant capabilities. The conversation dives into the challenges of existing multisig solutions, highlighting the importance of intuitive security options and privacy in digital asset management. Lloyd also reveals details about their new wallet device and emphasizes the future of self-custody in cryptocurrency.
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Aug 15, 2025 • 1h 11min

CD174: ALEX GLEASON - VIBE CODING UPDATE

Alex Gleason was one of the main architects behind Donald Trump's Truth Social. Now he focuses on the intersection of nostr, ai, and bitcoin. We explore his latest tool, Shakespeare, which enables anyone to easily vibe code an app in their browser. I vibe my first app live on air. Alex on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsqgc0uhmxycvm5gwvn944c7yfxnnxm0nyh8tt62zhrvtd3xkj8fhggpt7fyShakespeare: https://shakespeare.diy/Soapbox Tools: https://soapbox.pub/toolsThe app I vibed live: https://followstream-3slf.shakespeare.to/ EPISODE: 174BLOCK: 910195PRICE: 853 sats per dollar(00:00:01) Treasury Secretary Bessent Intro(00:01:29) Happy Bitcoin Friday(00:05:12) AI and Freedom Online(00:07:04) Shakespeare: Vibe Coding Made Simple(00:08:03) Concerns About Big AI(00:15:05) Self Hosting AI and Technical Challenges(00:22:24) Energy and AI Development(00:28:14) Building Personalized Experiences with AI(00:38:02) Nostr's Future and Mainstream Adoption(00:45:02) Decentralized Hosting and Shakespeare's Future(00:54:01) Collaborative Development with Nostr Git(01:02:24) Open Source Renaissance and Future ProspectsVideo: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqstzds6pmkpaser62kme8dk74r4ea4ae3hv9fr2wur0kpc3yyws96gx2pa59more info on the show: https://citadeldispatch.comlearn more about me: https://odell.xyz
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Aug 8, 2025 • 1h 37min

CD173: JOHN ARNOLD - TEN31 QUARTERLY MARKET UPDATE

John Arnold is a colleague of mine at Ten31, we are five man team focused on investing in and supporting the best bitcoin businesses globally. This is our second quarterly update where we cover current market dynamics and our outlook.More info on Ten31: https://www.ten31.xyzJohn on Nostr: https://primal.net/johnJohn on X: https://x.com/JohnArnoldTen31Ten31 on X: https://x.com/ten31fundsEPISODE: 173BLOCK: 909206PRICE: 858 sats per dollar(00:00:01) Bloomberg Intro(00:02:10) Happy Bitcoin Friday(00:04:08) Gold vs. Bitcoin(00:09:14) Institutional Bitcoin Adoption(00:15:37) Potential Gold Revaluation and Implications(00:24:32) Strategy's Bitcoin Strategy(00:43:12) Strategy's Preferred Equities(01:05:04) Bitcoin in 401(k)s and Market Dynamics(01:10:16) Fannie Mae IPO and Economic Impact(01:15:16) Federal Reserve Chair and Economic Policy(01:22:24) Bitcoin Market Cycles and PredictionsVideo: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqs0afzqdu46khzv4j8yz0r6m3yxs0l4sdhr4crsrx6a9l57wgh72yqx08pf8more info on the show: https://citadeldispatch.comlearn more about me: https://odell.xyz
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Aug 5, 2025 • 59min

CD172: LIBERTY FARMER - HAM RADIO, NOSTR, AND BITCOIN

Liberty Farmer is a HAM Radio enthusiast and the lead maintainer of the HAMSTR project. His goal is to make it easier to send and receive nostr notes using HAM Radio. Combined with shorter range bluetooth and wifi  mesh networks, and existing internet infrastructure, this tech could be incredibly powerful at making nostr a robust fault tolerant global comms protocol. We also discuss using HAM Radio to send bitcoin payments without permission.Liberty Farmer on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsw8tha4zrj22njem340rfnktwdjr5lu5achmtrglh4ufhhggg6mwcenxmm9HAMSTR Github: https://github.com/LibertyFarmer/hamstrGuide to getting started with HAM: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqszu8mass97mgk99dessa86mr658yvq6uf0zv8xy35zltyw8zcr2acxaquefReticulum Network: https://reticulum.network/EPISODE: 172BLOCK: 908770PRICE: 880 sats per dollar(00:01) Fox Business Michael Saylor Clip(03:19) Happy Bitcoin Tuesday(04:42) Ham Radio(09:02) Getting Started with Ham Radio(16:28) Hamstr Project: Ham Radio and Nostr(29:49) Reticulum Network(38:16) Zaps and Bitcoin Transactions via Hamstr(52:05) Future of Hamstr and Reticulum Integration(55:08) Call for Contributions and Final ThoughtsVideo: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqsdgc4ssvjyun2vxz9w7vsvm8hudg25t09n8ewdzgcde94tgkujfdc944nfwmore info on the show: https://citadeldispatch.comlearn more about me: https://odell.xyz
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Jul 30, 2025 • 1h 52min

CD171: CALLE - BITCHAT AND CASHU

Calle, creator and lead maintainer of the Cashu open source protocol, delves into the groundbreaking world of mesh communication through his Bitchat app. He discusses how Cashu enables private and offline Bitcoin transactions, addressing real-world applications and challenges of mesh networks. Calle shares insights on the importance of decentralized communication, the technical hurdles involved in app development, and funding challenges in the open-source ecosystem. His vision for future app development and community engagement offers a fascinating glimpse into the potential of technology.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 2h 6min

CD170: HODLBOD - BUILDING BETTER APPS

Hodlbod, a developer deeply engaged with Nostr and building healthier digital tools, shares his insights on optimizing user experience in technology. He discusses the challenges of push notifications and streaming in apps, emphasizing user privacy. The conversation shifts to the evolution of decentralized tech and its implications for community building. Hodlbod also touches on the role of AI in development, advocating for ethical app design that prioritizes user wellbeing over addiction.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 4min

CD169: BEN KAUFMAN - BITCOIN KEEPER - MULTISIG WALLETS

Ben Kaufman, a Bitcoin developer and creator of the Bitcoin Keeper wallet, discusses the evolution of cryptocurrency wallets. He highlights how Bitcoin Keeper simplifies self-custody with easy upgrades from single to multi-signature options. The conversation delves into unique features like inheritance planning and the integration of Tether for enhanced stability. Kaufman also explains the importance of wallet security, including time locks and social recovery tools, while emphasizing the impact of user-friendly design on the cryptocurrency experience.
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Jul 14, 2025 • 1h 14min

CD168: MATT AHLBORG - PAYPERQ AI

Matt Ahlborg, co-founder of PayPerQ, discusses the innovative AI platform that allows users to access top AI tools on a pay-per-use basis using Bitcoin. He shares insights on the challenges of privacy in the evolving AI landscape and the need for a single interface to manage various tools. They dive into cryptocurrency payment preferences, highlighting the advantages of using Bitcoin over traditional methods. Ahlborg also explores the future of Bitcoin amidst rising altcoins and the importance of user-friendly systems for AI integration.

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