Citadel Dispatch

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.

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.

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.

Discover how Vertex is revolutionizing the concept of a Web of Trust to enhance reputations and combat spam. Delve into the future of app security, where decentralized solutions outperform traditional methods. Explore algorithmic intricacies in social media, focusing on user engagement and data integrity. Learn about challenges in the NOSTA ecosystem, like distinguishing bots from actual users. Plus, hear touching stories of technology nurturing family connections, setting the stage for a more secure digital future.

Jeff Gardner, creator and lead maintainer of the secure messaging app White Noise, and Max Hillebrand, who handles its non-coding aspects, dive into the world of privacy in communications. They discuss how White Noise leverages the MLS protocol to enhance security compared to traditional apps like Signal. The pair emphasize the importance of user privacy while tackling metadata concerns and integration challenges within the Nostr ecosystem. Additionally, they touch on community involvement and the future of decentralized messaging technologies.

Praveen is the creator and maintainer of Cove Wallet. An open source mobile wallet focused on easy and powerful self custody. We discuss the current features of Cove, future roadmap, and his perspective on balancing tradeoffs when using bitcoin.Praveen on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsy8us3d6u5ynddk7lq7yz365hqqsptzd2923fvkgj4eepsady08uszccr0l Praveen on X: https://x.com/PraveenPereraCove Wallet: https://covebitcoinwallet.com/EPISODE: 165BLOCK: 903685PRICE: 923 sats per dollar(00:00:01) Jack Mallers Intro(00:03:14) Happy Bitcoin Wednesday(00:05:56) Cove Wallet Features and Goals(00:08:22) Technical Aspects of Cove Wallet(00:13:32) Future Plans for Cove Wallet(00:19:05) Node Connectivity and Privacy Features(00:29:01) Cove Wallet and Hardware Wallet Integration(00:36:00) Onboarding and User Experience(00:45:07) Seed Words and Alternative Backups(01:02:02) Collaborative Custody and Security(01:14:45) Future Features and Feedback for Cove Wallet(01:19:03) Bitcoin Industry and Market Thoughts(01:28:08) Custodial vs Self-Custodial Solutions(01:31:56) Closing Remarks and Future PlansVideo: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqswqykpw9ufytzqgfsvcku58vv5plyu42jmu73lchuz2uwtldwszhqxt6dn8 support dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donatenostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamodell nostr account: https://primal.net/odelldispatch nostr account: https://primal.net/citadelyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@CitadelDispatchpodcast: https://serve.podhome.fm/CitadelDispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/rock the badge: https://citadeldispatch.com/shopjoin the chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/chatlearn more about me: https://odell.xyz

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.

Femi Longe, Global Bitcoin Development Lead at the Human Rights Foundation, discusses Bitcoin's transformative power as freedom money. He highlights the HRF Bitcoin Development Fund's successes over five years, emphasizing community engagement and innovation in the Bitcoin ecosystem. The conversation covers Bitcoin's role in empowering activists against oppressive regimes and the urgent need for decentralized financial systems. Femi also explores the shift towards Bitcoin as a mainstream currency and its significance in African innovation and community building.

Seth is VP of Cake Wallet, a self custody bitcoin wallet available on ios, android, and desktop. We discuss their privacy focused features and how they plan to iterate going forward. We also discuss various other developments throughout the wider open source ecosystem.Seth on Nostr: https://primal.net/sethforprivacySeth on X: https://x.com/sethforprivacyCake Wallet: https://cakewallet.com/EPISODE: 162BLOCK: 899540PRICE: 959 sats per dollar(00:00:00) CNBC Intro(00:03:07) Happy Bitcoin Monday(00:04:34) Guest Introduction: Seth for Privacy(00:12:23) Cake Wallet Overview(00:17:25) Shitcoin Support and Strategy(00:26:17) Silent Payments Explained(00:50:51) Lightning Network Integration Challenges(00:56:31) Payjoin Implementation(01:09:05) Cashu and Custodial Wallets Discussion(01:36:12) Nostr and Distributed Social Media(02:06:42) Seedless Wallets DebateVideo: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqs2ee7k6ft7wd4z5z3qj59e55fx8sg7fdgdvt68265m2048p8sn6vscxe0gnsupport dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donatenostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamodell nostr account: https://primal.net/odelldispatch nostr account: https://primal.net/citadelyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@CitadelDispatchpodcast: https://serve.podhome.fm/CitadelDispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/rock the badge: https://citadeldispatch.com/shopjoin the chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/chatlearn more about me: https://odell.xyz

Arbedout is the creator of Sigbash, a novel new collaborative custody tool, and author of Something More Profound, a book focused on the political economy of network protocols. Highlighting his deep experience working with open protocols we dive into topics including secure custody, inheritance, nostr, and potential bitcoin protocol changes.Arbedout on Nostr: https://primal.net/arbedoutSigbash: https://www.sigbash.comSomething More Profound: https://somethingmoreprofound.comEPISODE: 161BLOCK: 899077PRICE: 951 sats per dollar(00:00:00) Ross Ulbricht Intro Clip(00:04:04) Happy Bitcoin Friday(00:06:49) Guest Introduction: Arbedout(00:14:54) Exploring Sigbash: A New Multisig Solution(00:49:36) Launching a Book: Something More Profound(01:04:38) The Future of Nostr and Protocol Development(01:08:48) Bitcoin's Current State and Future Prospects(01:26:54) Soft Forks vs. Hard ForksVideo: https://primal.net/e/nevent1qqsxzqjw7qxg7n925prmpldcflax4yy2wdjh226h76048nzyzxfjk0g8xjzpdsupport dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donatenostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamodell nostr account: https://primal.net/odelldispatch nostr account: https://primal.net/citadelyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@CitadelDispatchpodcast: https://serve.podhome.fm/CitadelDispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/rock the badge: https://citadeldispatch.com/shopjoin the chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/chatlearn more about me: https://odell.xyz