Tribe Vibe - The Open-Source Edition
Tribe Vibe - The Open-Source Edition
☀️ Hello Tribe Vibers!
This week we delve into the open-source debate, look at funding for open source projects, review the escalating threats to free-speech in Brazil and how Nostr fixes this, as well as talking to a Bitcoin poet (Jana Kelsay)!
Editorial Note
Welcome to another exciting week in Bitcoin! Coming up:
👩🎓 Bitcoin 101 with Penny Wise: Bitcoin & Energy Consumption
🗞News: The latest Bitcoin News
👩💼Women in Business: Where the action is happening
💰Investors: The hottest startup in Bitcoin this week
💼 Founders: The must-have tool for your Bitcoin-powered business
🐣Moms: Tips on how to teach your kids about Bitcoin
🎧 & 🎥Vibe of the Week: Our content recommendations
🎓 Penny Wise: Bitcoin & Energy Consumption
Bitcoin and Energy Consumption
Hello, I'm Penny Wise, and today's discussion focuses on the contentious debate surrounding Bitcoin's energy consumption. ⚡ Critics often highlight the substantial electricity required for mining operations, raising concerns about environmental sustainability.
🌱 Proponents, however, argue that the energy expenditure is justified by the security and decentralization it provides to the network. 🔒 Moreover, there's a growing trend towards utilizing renewable energy sources within the mining industry, suggesting a path towards reconciling Bitcoin's energy demands with environmental responsibility. ♻️ This debate encapsulates the complex interplay between technological innovation, environmental stewardship, and the pursuit of a secure, decentralized financial system. 🔄
📈 Trending Topics in the News
1. To Evolve or Not to Evolve? That, is the Question.
The Scoop🕵️♂️: Bitcoin VC and board member of FOSS (Free Open Source Software) charity Open Sats, Matt Odell, recently posted that Microstrategy founder and Bitcoiner, Michael Saylor, had threatened to “crush” an ETF manager if they funded open-source development of Bitcoin.
At first it was unclear who the ETF manager was, but Jack Dorsey, founder of Twitter later posted on Nostr that the ETF manager was ARK, founded by Cathie Wood.
Why you should care🚨: Opinions vary widely within the Bitcoin community about its future development. Some, like Michael Saylor, advocate for ossifying Bitcoin, arguing that any changes to its code could introduce risks. In contrast, others such as Matt Odell emphasise the importance of funding open-source developers to enhance network security and develop new products and services. Additionally, there is a compelling argument that Wall Street should not finance Bitcoin developers, as this is akin to the fox guarding the henhouse.
The Scoop🕵️♂️: 7th April 2024: “São Paulo, Brazil, Federal Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes announced a criminal investigation into Elon Musk, the owner of X, formerly known as Twitter, for allegedly spreading disinformation, obstructing justice, and allowing people who De Moraes had banned from social media to freely express their views. De Moraes said he would fine X twenty thousand dollars per day for every banned person Musk allows to speak.
As such, De Moraes has taken Brazil one step closer to being a dictatorship.”
Why you should care🚨: If a platform or technology can be censored and controlled, it will be. As such, technologies like the Nostr protocol have become increasingly important as tools to protect and enforce free-speech and human rights. If you haven’t onboarded yourself to Nostr, now might be a good time to consider doing so: https://nostr.how/en/what-is-nostr
📚Read the full article by Michael Shellenberger here:
💼 Women in Business
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💡 Investor Vibes
The Scoop 📊
The recent TVP Research Brief reveals a remarkable surge in Bitcoin-native venture capital activity, with a significant 69.2% increase in transaction count in 2023, despite a 12.5% decrease in total capital raised by startups. The report emphasizes the growing traction of Bitcoin-native companies, which are defined by their alignment with Bitcoin's success and their innovative use of the Bitcoin protocol stack. This trend is particularly pronounced at the Pre-Seed investment stage, which saw a 360% increase in transactions, indicating a robust pipeline of early-stage ventures ready to capitalize on Bitcoin's potential.
Why You Should Care 💡
For investors and enthusiasts in the Bitcoin ecosystem, these findings demonstrate the growth of Bitcoin-centric businesses amidst a broader downturn in crypto investments. Strategic engagement now could position stakeholders at the forefront of upcoming market shifts, particularly as these early-stage ventures mature into more significant market players.
📚 Read the full report here
🚀 Founders
Do you have an idea for a tool or service built on Bitcoin that could be useful to the entire community?
“Open Sats Initiative, Inc. (EIN 85-2722249) is a 501(c)(3) public charity which aims to fund Bitcoin-related free and open-source projects and associated education and research initiatives.
Grants are distributed periodically by our board. We evaluate and assess applications to make sure any grants are awarded to high impact projects in the Bitcoin space. We distribute grants to a wide variety of contributor types (developers, designers, researchers, educators, reviewers, and the like), but only to those working on Bitcoin and open-source projects that will improve public access to Bitcoin infrastructure.”
Find out more and apply here: https://opensats.org/
👩👧👦 Bitcoin for Kids
Shamory: If You Give a Monster A Bitcoin
”Have you ever wondered what would happen if you gave the SHAmory monsters a bitcoin? Well, you’re in luck! Read along with your family and friends to learn how this simple act can send our little monsters down the Bitcoin rabbit hole and make the world a better place.”
The family behind SHAmory has passionately advanced Bitcoin education since launching their flagship Bitcoin card game in mid-2020. Inspired to fill a gap in fun, educational resources for all ages, they've created a game that's resonated worldwide, from the U.S. to El Salvador. This family-run business continues to connect with Bitcoin enthusiasts globally, enriching family game nights and making Bitcoin's complex concepts accessible and engaging. 🌍🎉
📚 Get your copy here: https://shamory.com/product/if-you-give-a-monster-a-bitcoin-book/
🎧 & 🎥 Vibe of the Week
Must-Listen Podcast: 🎧 We recently had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Jana Kelsay, known in the Bitcoin space as
We talked about:
✅ Blue hair to Bitcoin
✅ Embracing your true self and becoming a poet
✅ Building a Bitcoin Sticker Business
Jana is not only a passionate bitcoiner but also an extraordinarily talented poet whose work resonates with the ethos of the Bitcoin community. 📖 Apart from her contributions to the Bitcoin dialogue through her poetry, Jana has penned a deeply personal biography about her grandfather, showcasing her versatility and depth as a writer.
Her journey and insights provide a unique blend of personal narrative and Bitcoin advocacy, making our conversation one you won't want to miss.
Discover more about Jana and her captivating work at:
Her website: https://www.plebpoet.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/plebpoet
👋 See you all next week for more Tribe Vibes!