🍵 Good Morning, Bitcoin - Friday, October 11th, 2024
GM! That's a lot of updates.
We're currently experiencing some issues with our Lightning node. Please hold on to your sats and instead share this report with anyone who might be interested. Thanks!
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-10-11/
2140 Foundation Launched to Support Open-Source Bitcoin Development
- "Our mission is to provide protocol veterans with long-term stability through employment in our Amsterdam office and to onboard aspiring contributors."
- Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has provided an initial multi-year grant to support the 2140 Foundation's efforts to enhance the security, resilience, and maintainability of the Bitcoin network.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/2140-foundation-launched-to-support-open-source-bitcoin-development/
🐦🔥 Phoenix Wallet v2.4.0 & Server v0.4.0: New Open Protocol for ACINQ LSP
The new ACINQ LSP uses a new open protocol that leverages dual funding, splicing, and liquidity ads from the updated Lightning BOLT standard (see bLIP 36).
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/phoenix-wallet-v2-4-0-server-v0-4-0/
Bitcoin Core Discloses Three Vulnerabilities Affecting Versions Up to v25.0
"This is part of the gradual adoption by the project of a new vulnerability disclosure policy. The policy is available [here]. We will follow up next month with vulnerabilities affecting Bitcoin Core versions before (and not including) 26.0, if any."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-core-discloses-three-vulnerabilities-affecting-versions-up-to-v25-0/
Bitcoin Core v28.0: Testnet4, Full RBF by Default & More
Bitcoin Core 28.0 is the latest major release of predominant Bitcoin full node implementation.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-core-v28/
⌛Block 864476: Important News of the Week
We've raised nearly ~150k sats ($100) last week. It's not much, but it's honest work. Shoutout to everyone who supports this publication.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/864476/
Alby Go v1.6.0: Security Settings, Link Handling Support
Alby Go is a simple Lightning mobile wallet interface for bitcoin payments over the Lightning Network. It works well with Alby Hub or any other Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC) wallet services. Available on iOS and Android.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/alby-go-v1-6-0/
☕ Good Morning, Bitcoin - Thursday, October 3rd, 2024
GM, dear Sirs and Madams. Here's your daily recap featuring some of the latest stories and software updates.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-10-03/
Nunchuk Android v1.9.52 & iOS v1.9.55: Decoy Wallets
The latest release for Nunchuk mobile apps include decoy wallet functionality, a revamped Security PIN, the ability to mark used addresses, export transaction history as PDF, and more.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/nunchuk-android-v1-9-52-ios-v1-9-55/
Diamond Wallet: Lightning Wallet with Bolt Link & sats4ads Functionality
"We have about 200 testers from Japan now. With the beta release, we'll slowly expand to other markets, add important features like credit card channel opens, improve UI/UX etc. Lots to build but we're not in a rush and committed to pursuing the self-custody path."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/diamond-wallet-beta/
Gossip v0.12.0: Bookmarks, Per-Relay Feeds & More
This is a major Gossip release that comes with bookmarks support, per-relay feeds, friends-of-friends scores in avatar, improved spam filtering, updated emoji picker, and more.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gossip-v0-12-0/
JAM v0.3.0: Freeze, Unfreeze, Review UTXOs Before Sending
Jam is a web interface for JoinMarket focusing on user-friendliness and ease-of-use. It aims to provide sensible defaults and be easy to use for beginners while still having the features advanced users expect.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/jam-v0-3-0/
Minibits v0.1.9-beta: Performance Improvements & Themes
Minibits is a mobile e-cash wallet with a focus on performance and usability. Available on Android.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/minibits-v0-1-9-beta/
Volt Wallet v0.4.5-beta.1: Fixes & Improvements
Volt is a mobile descriptor-based 'Financial Freedom Wallet' that focuses on self-custody, privacy and sleek UI/UX. Available on Android.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/volt-wallet-v0-4-5-beta-1/
ONOSENDAI: Cyberspace Meta-Protocol Built on Nostr
The cyberspace meta-protocol aims to extend reality into digital space. It creates a digital system with the same fundamental properties as reality: it is permissionless (no actions can be prevented) and thermodynamic (every action has a cost in entropy). This "extension of reality" refers to unlocking a new, different aspect of reality through the protocol, not merely simulating it.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/introducing-onosendai/
☕ Good Morning, Bitcoin - Monday, September 30th, 2024
GM, LEGENDS.
Bitcoin fees are still relatively low, privacy is still under attack, Julian Assange is set to make a public statement tomorrow, CZ is out of jail, OCEAN unveils DATUM, Nostr devs are shipping things, and more in this issue.
Have a great week.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-30/
OCEAN Unveils Decentralized Alternative Templates for Universal Mining (DATUM)
"DATUM is a leap forward in decentralized mining, making true mining available for everyone with as little friction as possible. It enables miners to be actual solo miners and to do all of the things miners were always intended to do for the Bitcoin network, while still reducing their variance through pooled rewards. The codebase is written in C. It is extremely lightweight and portable so it can easily run alongside a Bitcoin full node."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ocean-launches-datum/
Amethyst v0.92.1: Tor & Transient Accounts
This version includes a default Tor service for .onion URLs and untrusted relays access from the Outbox model. It also offers NFC-hosted transient accounts, which log off and delete traces when the app backgrounds.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/amethyst-v0-92-1/
OpenSats Issues Second Wave of Education Grants
OpenSats Educational Initiative is dedicated to projects advancing Bitcoin education, fostering innovation, and promoting financial inclusion through open-source resources, workshops, and community events.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/opensats-second-wave-of-education-grants/
Ark v0.3.0: VTXO Tree Signing, Simplified Onboarding Process
"We're pleased to announce the release of Ark v0.3.0. This update introduces several security, efficiency, and functionality improvements, continuing our ongoing efforts to refine and enhance the Ark ecosystem."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ark-v0-3-0/
Krux v24.09.1: WonderMV Support, Performance Improvements & More
"This release introduces support for the WonderMV device, expands language options with Korean and Simplified Chinese translations, enhances performance across several key features, and addresses minor bugs for a smoother user experience."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/krux-v24-09-1/
Block 863220: Important News of the Week
Hello, friend. It's the end of the month, so we're happy to share some of our fundraising results again. In September, we raised over 3 million sats from 137 contributors, which constitutes our best month since we launched our campaign on Geyser two years ago.
This is mostly thanks to a generous donor who contributed a record 1.7 million sats. Whoever you are, thank you for your support. Other donations amounted to approximately 1.3 million sats, meaning that we've surpassed the 1 million sats/month milestone for the first time since the campaign launch. Grateful for all the unwavering support.
We're still attempting to raise 1 BTC by the end of the year to expand and improve our operation so that we can push out more content and improve our site, so any further help will be greatly appreciated.
Once freedom lights its beacon in a man's heart, all the darkness in the world is powerless to stop you. Have a wonderful weekend.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/863220/
☕ Good Morning, Bitcoin - Friday, September 27th, 2024
GM. It is Friday, September 27th, 2024, and here's the latest, quite fat roundup of things that have gone down lately. Hammer time!
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-27/
Tornado Cash Developer Roman Storm to Face Criminal Trial, Judge Rules
US District Judge Katherine Polk Failla delivered an hourlong oral opinion stating that Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm must face charges of money laundering, operating unlicensed money transmitting business, and sanction violations, rejecting his defense that he was prosecuted for writing code.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/tornado-cash-developer-roman-storm-to-face-criminal-trial-judge-rules/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Wednesday, September 25th, 2024
GM. It is Wednesday, September 25th, 2024. Privacy is not only normal, it is required for a free society. Enjoy your daily digest.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-25/
BOLT12: Offers Officially Merged into Lightning Specification
BOLT12 is now a part of the official Lightning Specification. It is a significant enhancement to the Lightning Network, streamlining payments, improving privacy, and supporting new use cases like subscriptions and advanced payment conditions.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bolt12-offers-officially-merged-into-lightning-spec/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, September 24th, 2024
GM. Today is Tuesday, September 24th, 2024. If you appreciate our reporting, please share this newsletter with your friends.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-24/
Telegram Changes Policy to Share Phone Numbers & IP Addresses in 'Valid Requests'
"If Telegram receives a valid order from the relevant judicial authorities that confirms you're a suspect in a case involving criminal activities that violate the Telegram Terms of Service, we will perform a legal analysis of the request and may disclose your IP address and phone number to the relevant authorities."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/telegram-changes-policy-to-share-phone-numbers-ip-addresses-in-valid-requests/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Monday, September 23rd, 2024
GM. Miners are keep on hashing, developers are keep on developing, and nothing is basically risk-free. Here's your daily update on some of the most interesting things happening in Bitcoin and freedom tech.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-23/
Ashigaru v1.0.0: Privacy-first Mobile Bitcoin Wallet
Ashigaru is a self-custodial, open-source and secure mobile Bitcoin wallet that is private by design. It has been forked and build upon Samourai Wallet Source Code, including all commits from Samourai Wallet's /master and /development branch up to 24th April 2024. Available on Android.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ashigaru-v1-0-0/
Hut8 & Bitmain to Launch of Next-Gen ASIC Miner U3S21EXPH
Hut 8 Corp. expanded its partnership with Bitmain Technologies with the launch of a next-generation ASIC miner U3S21EXPH, reportedly capable of reaching up to 860 TH/s with an efficiency of 13 J/TH.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/hut8-bitmain-to-launch-of-next-gen-asic-miner-u3s21exph/
Block 862412: Important News of the Week
Here are slightly more than 3,600 words describing the things and events that happened in Bitcoin and related freedom tech last week. Keep on shipping the goodies, and we'll do our best to cover it all.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/862412/
Wasabi Wallet v2.2.0: Taproot Receive Addresses, Free Coordinators & More
- This version of Wasabi Wallet comes with new features such as Taproot receive addresses, faster transaction broadcasting, improved CPFP fee estimation, help with coordinator setup, the ability to use a pruned node in the backend, and more.
- A significant change in this release is the discontinuation of paying fees to CoinJoin coordinators to avoid unknown incentives and limit user risk. Only fee-free coordinators are now supported.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/wasabi-wallet-v2-2-0/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Thursday, September 19th, 2024
GM. Here are some of the latest updates we have for you. Have a fulfilling and productive Thursday.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-19/
Cathedra Bitcoin Shifts Focus from Mining to Bitcoin Acquisition Strategy
"The last three years have demonstrated to us that Bitcoin mining is not a reliable way to grow shareholders’ bitcoin per share. Indeed, nine of the ten largest (by market capitalization) publicly listed Bitcoin mining companies hold less bitcoin per share today than they did three years ago."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/cathedra-bitcoin-shifts-focus-from-mining-to-bitcoin-acquisition-strategy-2/
HRF Bitcoin Development Fund Grants 10 BTC to 20 Projects Worldwide
This round of grants targets technical education in authoritarian regions, Bitcoin development conferences, decentralized mining, and privacy-focused financial solutions for human rights groups, especially in Latin America, Asia, and Africa.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/hrf-bitcoin-development-fund-grants-10-btc-to-20-projects-worldwide/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, September 17th, 2024
GM. Today is Tuesday, September 17th, 2024. The case against Bitcoin privacy is set to proceed today. We'll keep you updated with all the developments. Free Samourai.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-17/
Keychat App v1.19.7: nSec Login, Medium Groups
Keychat is a private chat app, built on ecash (cashu), Nostr Protocol and Signal Protocol. Available on Android.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/keychat-app-v1-19-7/
Dana Wallet: Mobile Silent Payments Wallet for Bitcoin Donations
This release supports bitcoin mainnet, testnet3 and signet. It is recommended to use signet for this release.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/dana-wallet-v0-1-0-alpha/
Kingdom of Bhutan Holds 13,029 BTC from Bitcoin Mining Operations
"Unlike most governments, Bhutan’s BTC does not come from law enforcement asset seizures, but from Bitcoin mining operations, which have ramped up dramatically since early 2023."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bhutan-holds-13029-btc/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Monday, September 16th, 2024
GM. It is Monday, September 16th, and the second half of September is already upon us. This issue is packed with many goodies, including some brand new releases and other interesting announcements from last week. Enjoy!
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-16/
Norway: Bitcoin Mining Facility Shutdown Leads to 20% Higher Energy Bills for Town Residents
Kryptovault's Bitcoin mining facility in Stokmarknes, Norway, recently closed, causing residents to face a 20% rise in electricity bills. The site was shut down because the Hadsel municipality didn't renew its operating permit, following ongoing noise complaints from locals.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/norway-bitcoin-mining-facility-shutdown-leads-to-20-higher-energy-bills-for-town-residents/
Bitcoin Optech #320: Mutation Testing for Bitcoin Core
This week’s newsletter announces a new testing tool for Bitcoin Core and briefly describes a DLC-based loan contract.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-optech-320/
ARK 21 Shares ETF Diversifies Bitcoin Custodians with Anchorage Digital and BitGo
"We consider our custody partners to be crucial to the risk management and operational excellence of our product lineup. Diversifying custodians adds to the safety and security from potential online threats to our offering."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ark-21-shares-etf-diversifies-custodians/
COLDCARD Mk4 v5.4 & Q v1.3: XOR from Seed Vault, Optimizations & More
- This release brings the ability to restore geographically distributed SeedXOR without physically bringing the parts together, improved side channel protection, speed improvements, and many bug fixes.
- COLDCARD Q now supports importing Seed XOR by scanning SeedQR parts, ability to input backup password via QR scan, and BBQR file sharing of arbitrary files. Create an Airgapped Multisig Wallet now works with BBQRs, in addition to MicroSD cards.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/coldcard-mk4-v5-4-q-v1-3/
OpenSats Grants Long-Term Support for WireGuard Creator Jason Donenfeld
Jason Donenfeld is the creator of WireGuard, a secure VPN protocol, and primary author of the Linux kernel's RNG. WireGuard secures node and data center communications, while the Linux RNG generates cryptographic keys essential for Bitcoin's security.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/opensats-lts-jason-donenfeld/
LNbits v0.12.11: Fixes, Refactors, UI Improvements, New Funding Sources
"This is a biggie. A bunch of fixes and refactors, more developer tests, dependency updates and some UI improvements, such as the lovely gradient option."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/lnbits-v0-12-11/
Bitkit v1.0.4: Transfer Notifications, RBF by Default & More
This update brings notifications on transfer activity, enables RBF and improved CPFP functionality, improves the transfer flow experience, and delivers a variety of bug fixes and improvements.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitkit-v1-0-4/
LND v0.18.3-beta: Route Blinding with BOLT11 & Bugfixes
This release complements some of the features launched with v0.18.0 and also addresses bugs which were encountered and reported after the launch.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/lnd-v0-18-3-beta/
OpenSats Announces Long-Term Support for Mike Dilger
With the LTS grant, Mike plans to improve support for replying to versions of replaceable events, add NIP-96 file uploads, implement Blossom support, Web of Trust, and search at the relay level, and enhance reporting and labeling (NIP-56/NIP-32).
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/opensats-lts-mike-dilger/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Wednesday, September 11th, 2024
GM. It is Wednesday, September 11th, 2024, and here's your daily report on all things you may find relevant today.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-11/
Foundation Passport v2.3.2: Ephemeral Seed Support
This version of Passport’s firmware brings ephemeral seed support, adds the ability to sign messages via QR code, and introduces a connection flow for Fully Noded.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/foundation-passport-firmware-v2-3-2/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, September 10th, 2024
GM. It is Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, and here's your latest Bitcoin news digest. Enjoy!
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-10/
Live Wallet v0.7.0: Consolidation Mode
Live Wallet is a desktop app to help estimate the effect of bitcoin transaction fees on invididual UTXOs and transactions containing multiple UTXOs. Available on MacOS.
It allows users to set a hypothetical fee rate to estimate the potential fee burden of using each UTXO. The application highlights what percentage of the UTXO will be consumed by the fee, which at certain fee rates may exceed the UTXO’s total value, rendering it unspendable.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/live-wallet-v0-7-0/
Blitz Wallet v0.2.7-beta: Ecash Integration
"The first Blitz beta to include Ecash is now available. We only have the bare basics down. No swapping between layers with Ecash yet but the basics are there. An Ecash/Liquid and Lightning wallet all in 1."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/blitz-wallet-v0-2-7-beta/
RoboSats v0.7.0-alpha: Desktop App, Nostr Orderbook & More
This version comes with Android built-in torified notifications, RoboSats desktop app for Windows, Mac, and Linux, and a Nostr-enabled order book.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/robosats-v0-7-0-alpha/
⏳Block 860512: Important News of the Week
Tik tok, next block. Grateful for all the support No Bullshit Bitcoin has received lately. September is already the best month we've had in two years since the launch of our Geyser campaign. Huge shoutout to everyone who's supporting the project – it keeps us in check, accountable, and going.
We're pumped for what's coming next, and hope you are too. Freedom tech is not just hope. It's a whole new playing field. Onward.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/860512/
Amethyst v0.91.0: Edge to Edge Feeds
"Hidden words now filter by the user's fields as well. You can hide by name, profile picture, banner, lightning and nip-05 addresses and about me fields."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/amethyst-v0-91-0/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Friday, September 6th, 2024
GM and happy Friday. Grateful for all the support and kind words we've received lately. Use freedom protocols and tools. Support the developers. Mind your security. Live free.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-06/
Bitcoin Optech #319: Stratum v2 Extension for Fee Revenue Sharing
Newsletter #319 covers a proposal for allowing Stratum v2 pool miners to receive compensation for the transaction fees contained in the block templates they turn into shares, a research fund investigating OP_CAT , and a discussion about mitigating merkle tree vulnerabilities with or without a soft fork.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-optech-319/
☕Good Morning, Bitcoin - Thursday, September 5th, 2024
GM, 58K gang. Today is Thursday, September 5th, 2024, and here's your daily Bitcoin news roundup.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-05/
Alby Hub v1.7.2: Friends & Family App
"In this release we introduce a brand new Friends & Family app in the app store! try it out to easily onboard your friends and family with a few clicks. We also added a receive-only PoS app, which you can freely share with employees. Let us know what you think."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/alby-hub-v1-7-2/
Blixt Wallet v7.0.0: New Syncing Nodes, Stability Improvements & More
"Blixt Wallet v0.7.0 is here! Enjoy this release with new features and bug fixes."
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/blixt-wallet-v7-0-0/
Breez SDK Liquid v0.3.0: LNURL-Pay Support,Go & C# Bindings & More
This new release includes LNURL-Pay support, Go & C# bindings, background receive via mobile notifications, new API features, optimizations, and fixes.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/breez-sdk-liquid-v0-3-0/
LNDK v0.2.0: Payment to Offers with Blinded Paths
LNDK is a standalone daemon that connects to LND (via its grpc API) that aims to implement BOLT 12 functionality externally to LND.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/lndk-v0-2-0/
LDK v0.0.124: 'Papercutting Feature Requests'
This release features a new crate structure, a ton of features that various users requested, a pile of BOLT 12 improvements, faster route-finding, and a handful of small-moderate bugfixes.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/ldk-v0-0-124/
☀️Good Morning, Bitcoin - Wednesday, September 4th, 2024
GM! It is Wednesday, September 4th, 2024, and if you're looking to get irrationally angry about something trivial and waste a couple of productive hours, you're in the wrong place. Here's your daily No Bullshit GM report.
https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/gm-2024-09-04/
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