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Understanding Decentralized Social Media Project Nostr's Damus

Jack Dorsey-backed decentralized social media project Nostr has launched its Damus mobile app on Apple's app store, which some bitcoiners say could replace Twitter as the next censorship-resistant global social network. CoinDesk Executive Director of Global Content Emily Parker discusses what we know so far.

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El nuevo cifrado de Apple es una gran ayuda para cripto

Las nuevas herramientas de encriptado de Apple representan una gran victoria para la privacidad digital y las criptomonedas.

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Opinion

Apple's New Encryption Policy Is a Huge Boon for Crypto

Opt-in end-to-end encryption tools are an immense win for digital privacy – and crypto.

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Crypto Wallet Maker Ledger Teams Up With iPod Creator Tony Fadell

Crypto wallet maker Ledger has partnered with Tony Fadell, the well-known creator of Apple’s iPod and the co-founder of thermostat company Nest, to create its new Ledger Stax hardware wallet. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest move mainstreaming crypto wallets and the ethos of self-custody while highlighting the potential risks.

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Coinbase Disables Mobile NFT Transfers, Citing Apple’s App Store Policies

The exchange said Apple is demanding it pay a 30% tax on gas fees used to transfer NFTs.

A mockup of a Coinbase NFT profile page. (Coinbase)

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NFT-Linked Sandals Worn by Steve Jobs Sold for $218K

"The Hash" panel discusses the latest in the world of digital collectibles after a pair of Polygon NFT-linked Birkenstock sandals worn by Apple co-founder Steve Jobs sold for $218,000 at auction.

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NFT-Linked Sandals Worn by Steve Jobs Sell for $218,000

The pair of iconic brown Birkenstocks were said to have been worn "during many pivotal moments in Apple’s history."

Steve Jobs' Birkenstock sandals. (Julien's Auctions)

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Apple Will Not Exempt NFTs From App Store’s 30% Fee

Apple has rejected calls to exempt non-fungible tokens (NFTs) from its 30% "Apple Tax" on in-app purchases. "The Hash" panel discusses the impact of the tech giant’s de facto ban on peer-to-peer NFT trading.

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Apple Refuses to Exempt NFTs From App Store’s 30% Fee

The tech giant’s de facto ban on peer-to-peer NFT trading is likely here to stay.

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