GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Today's brief: The complexities of human society are vast, and among them, religion stands as a profound example of our collective imagination. As a construct of humans, religion reflects our deep-seated need for meaning, community, and transcendence. It serves as a mirror to our aspirations, fears, and quests for understanding the mysteries of existence. Whether it provides comfort, structure, or a sense of belonging, religion is undeniably a testament to the power of human creativity and the depth of our existential curiosity.
William K⚡Santiago🔑☢️
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CEO, at PrivKey LLC, Blockchain strategist, cybersecurity.
The Mission: The Separation of Money and State.
"In order for something to be used as ubiquitous money, the spender has to already have it, and the recipient has to want to hold it. Notably, people usually want to receive more of what they already have. After all, if a potential recipient wanted to hold it, they likely would have already bought some. So, if a new type of ubiquitous money were to arise, the majority of people would likely first encounter it as an investment."
~ Lyn Alden
If Bitcoin symbolizes financial independence, what occurs when corporations and governments start amassing it? Is it co-opted, or is this the ultimate sign of its triumph?
In her recent article, Lyn Alden charts Bitcoin’s path to monetization, and I commend her for distinguishing between situational and universal money. I believe that ETFs, corporate treasury strategies, and Bitcoin’s incorporation into mainstream finance do not undermine its cypherpunk roots but are a natural outcome of its foundational principles.
The Rise of Bitcoin Stocks and Bonds
https://www.lynalden.com/bitcoin-stocks-and-bonds/
GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Some remain anchored to a reality two decades past, unmoved by the relentless tide of exponential change.
GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." —Marcus Aurelius
This Stoic principle reminds us to master our emotions and not succumb to fear, even when governments may exploit climate change fears to justify control. By focusing on what we can control—our thoughts and actions—we maintain clarity and resilience against manipulation.
Bitcoin is for anyone, not everyone.
GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Reality does not care how you describe it. -- A.F.
GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"It is not that we have a short time to live, but that we waste a lot of it." --Seneca
AnchorWatch
Bitcoin's equivalent to FDIC protection—stay sharp and take notice!

GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
It's unfortunate that this has happened. No. It's fortunate that this has happened and I've remained unharmed.
GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Free speech, though curtailed, lives in your mind and private discourse. Cultivate inner freedom through reason and virtue. Speak wisely where you can, and endure with dignity where you cannot. External laws may bind your tongue, but only you can enslave your soul.
Vote with your feet.
Digital legacy fiat money in platforms like Venmo, Apple Pay, and Visa is akin to FAX machines when the Internet and email emerged in 1993.
GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." – Marcus Aurelius
This reminds emotional folks to focus on what they can control—their thoughts and reactions—especially on a Monday when the week’s chaos might feel overwhelming.
Stay grounded, let go of what you can’t change, and tackle the day with resilience.
GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
"Freedom is secured not by the fulfilling of one's desires, but by the removal of desire." – Epictetus
Happy Fourth of July!🇺🇸


We (PrivKey) just open sourced a REST gateway that makes Taproot Assets work in browsers (CORS support + auto auth). Zero overhead, and includes a comprehensive test suite.
Feedback/contributions welcome!
Building a Bridge to Taproot Assets

GitHub
GitHub - privkeyio/taproot-assets-rest-gateway: REST Proxy for Taproot Assets
REST Proxy for Taproot Assets. Contribute to privkeyio/taproot-assets-rest-gateway development by creating an account on GitHub.

Building a Bridge to Taproot Assets
tl;dr: CORS killed the web app star, so I fixed it
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GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Focus on what you can control—your own reasoning and actions—you can find calm amidst fear, rather than placing trust in external entities like the government, which are beyond your influence.
GM #plebchain, stay humble, stack bits/sats, focus on these virtues
Courage, Justice, Temperance, Wisdom, and think for yourself.
Emotions are not your enemies, but your reactions to them reveal your character. Begin your week by distinguishing what you can control from what you cannot, and let reason guide your path.

