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mert | helius.dev· 2025-10-12 20:36
you're really gonna wanna encrypt your bitcoins when aoc is presidentzetardio ...
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mert | helius.dev· 2025-10-12 14:44
RT sacha 🦣 (@ssaintleger)this comparison between bitcoin and zcash is full of broken mental modelsenabling e2e encryption at the base layer fundamentally changes the targeted censorship attack vectors against a shielded zec user vs a bitcoin user (neither the nodes, the miners, or even the receiver receive any information about a z-> z transfer; the receiver only sees that they've received funds)in @ebfull's words:"there is no quantum computer or powerful AI that will be able to look back at the Zcash block ...
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mert | helius.dev· 2025-10-11 18:26
RT Arjun Khemani (@arjunkhemani)My conversation with Zcash’s 1000x engineers - Sean Bowe (@ebfull) and Jack Grigg aka Str4d.0:00 - Project Tachyon10:20 - Privacy can’t be an afterthought for a protocol15:24 - Encrypted Bitcoin22:11 - Soundness bug in original sprout pool30:15 - Sapling33:00 - A decade of progress39:04 - Zcash’s anonymity set51:29 - Using private money as a passthrough doesn’t work56:04 - The importance of ledger indistinguishability58:30 - The ultimate privacy stack1:05:58 - Tachyon removes ...
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mert | helius.dev· 2025-10-11 13:04
ZEC's Core Strengths - ZEC has been actively mined and distributed for nine years, indicating a well-established presence in the cryptocurrency market [1] - The distribution of ZEC is considered exceptionally fair, suggesting a broad and decentralized ownership [1] - ZEC provides encryption and sovereignty, aligning with the core principles of privacy in cryptocurrency [1] - New core talent is actively working on integrations and improvements, signaling ongoing development and innovation [1] Market Positioning & Valuation - ZEC is currently undervalued compared to ADA, LTC, and other cryptocurrencies, presenting a potential investment opportunity [1] - ZEC shares the same tokenomics as Bitcoin but with added privacy features, highlighting its unique value proposition [1] - A significant performance improvement is anticipated, potentially leading to a substantial increase in scalability [1] Future Outlook - The community is actively revitalizing the project, aiming to restore the original ideals of cryptocurrency [1] - The focus is on enhancing privacy, reflecting the growing importance of privacy in the crypto space [1]
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mert | helius.dev· 2025-10-08 22:34
RT Madars Virza 🛡 (@MadarsV)Conservative advice back then: "allocate 1% of your NW to Bitcoin"Conservative advice today: "encrypt at least 1% of your Bitcoin" ...
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mert | helius.dev· 2025-10-08 14:57
Cryptocurrency Market - Ansem 认为以 140 美元购买 Zcash 类似于以 140 美元购买比特币 [1]
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Cointelegraph· 2025-10-08 14:30
⚡ INSIGHT: Germany looks set to thwart the EU's Chat Control plan to scan encrypted messages before they're sent. But Cypherpunks warn the fight isn't over.Feat @peterktodd via Cointelegraph Magazine https://t.co/w0abwnzCEI ...
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Elon Musk· 2025-10-07 13:44
RT Global Government Affairs (@GlobalAffairs)Germany Must Safeguard Against Mass Surveillance ProposalThe Danish Presidency is pushing for client-side scanning provisions in the proposed EU CSAM regulation, set for an EU Council vote on October 14. This would force platforms to scan encrypted private messages, breaking end-to-end encryption and putting privacy and national security on the line. In fact, Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has historically opposed any "weakening of encryp ...
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mert | helius.dev· 2025-10-05 18:30
Evolution of Freedom's Tools - The report identifies a historical progression of tools that have contributed to freedom, starting with physical instruments and evolving to digital technologies [1] - This evolution includes the sword, pen, ship, gun, and printing press, representing early forms of power and communication [1] - The list progresses to democracy and the constitution, highlighting the importance of governance and legal frameworks [1] Digital Age and Decentralization - The personal computer and the internet are recognized as pivotal technologies in advancing freedom [1] - Encryption is identified as a crucial tool for privacy and security in the digital realm [1] - Bitcoin and unstoppable private money represent the latest stage in this evolution, emphasizing decentralized and independent financial systems [1]
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TechCrunch· 2025-10-01 14:22
The U.K. Home Office is seeking access to Apple users’ encrypted iCloud backups for a second time, after an earlier attempt failed earlier this year. https://t.co/SPlTBcsNCn ...