Cold 🥶 Storage Beef 🥩 | The Confab 07: Zach Herbert ▎Welcome to The ConfabThe term derives from "confidential talk", which was commonly used in the Prohibition Era for meetings and conversations that took place in the smoky, rule-breaking speakeasies of that time.The informal, privacy focused and clandestine nature of Ungovernable Misfits lends itself to these discussions. So, grab a seat and a stiff drink from the concealed bar, listen and revel in the conversation.On this episode, Zach Herbert from Foundation Devices drops-in to speak with Max.▎Show Discussion          1. IntroductionZach Herbert of Foundation DevicesConfab episode formatShoutout to Foundation Devices and the Passport hardware wallet2. Health and Wellness DiscussionImportance of physical and mental healthMax's transition to focusing on Ungovernable Misfits full-timeDiscussions around home gyms, raw milk, and the Amish3. Bitcoin and Hardware WalletsReproducible builds and verification of firmwareWallet Scrutiny and independent verificationConcerns around "blind signing" of complex transactionsPotential for AI-powered transaction analysis4. Foundation Devices' Future PlansNew category of device in developmentExploring value-added services and subscription modelsIdeas around an AI-powered assistant within the Envoy app5. Wrap-upImportance of keeping things simple with hardware walletsMultisig and privacy considerationsRequests for improvements to the Envoy appClosing thoughts and plans for future conversations▎IMPORTANT LINKS
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Stuck In The Middle | The Confab 04: Seth For Privacy Welcome to the The Confab, the term derives from "confidential talk", which was commonly used in the Prohibition Era for meetings and conversations that took place in the smoky, rule-breaking speakeasies of that time. The informal, privacy focused and clandestine nature of Ungovernable Misfits lends itself to these discussions.  So, grab a seat and a stiff drink from the concealed bar, listen and revel in the conversation.On this episode, Seth For Privacy drops-in to speak with Max Show Discussion I. Introduction and Background   - Explanation of the "Confab" format and the importance of private conversations   - Acknowledgment of the changing privacy landscape and the need for reasonable voicesII. The State of Bitcoin Privacy   - Discussion of the loss of Samourai Wallet and the impact on Bitcoin privacy   - Challenges with using Lightning Network for private transactionsIII. The Role of Monero   - Appreciation for Monero's narrow focus on digital cash and its privacy improvements over time   - Comparing the strengths and weaknesses of Bitcoin and Monero for privacyIV. Strategies for Maintaining Privacy   - Exploring the concept of using Monero as a "layer 2" for Bitcoin   - Importance of understanding the trade-offs and risks of various privacy techniquesV. Emerging Privacy Solutions   - Overview of silent payments and the potential of Bolt 12 for Lightning privacy   - Discussion of Monero's upcoming "full chain membership proofs" upgradeVI. Practical Considerations and Cautions   - Advice on using Monero wallets and managing inputs/outputs   - Warnings about the risks of cross-chain swaps and custodial servicesVII. Spending Monero and Finding Merchant Acceptance   - Recommendations for services like Cake Pay and Coin Cards   - Importance of in-person purchases to maintain privacyVIII. Conclusion and Closing Thoughts   - Appreciation for the guest's honesty and nuanced approach to privacy   - Encouragement to continue the conversation and collaborate on solutionsIMPORTANT LINKS 
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