Nostr wouldn’t be where it is without Damus. If this project were to get phased out, that would be a massive blow to Nostr. Speaking strictly from Primal’s perspective, we *need* projects like Damus to be successful. If we are to make a credible argument that Nostr is different from the legacy platforms, users need to have many good choices of clients and services. One year is a long time in Nostr terms, and I am optimistic that Will and the team will figure this out. But if/when Damus and other projects introduce paid tiers, please consider the bigger picture when deciding whether to sign up. You won’t be making a decision just for yourself. At this early stage your support might help some projects survive, as well as change the trajectory of Nostr itself. View quoted note →

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Bitcoin should be a lesson that decentralized networks cannot rely on goodwill. Things need to be properly incentivized. The longer it’s put off, the worse it’ll get
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Adam 2 years ago
Maybe I’m ignorant but how is it funded ? Where does Damus need money
Next step for nostr community is to realize there are completely no incentives to run relays. Clients at least have established business models they can utilize
I agree @miljan and I almost demand that we see @jb55 through. Together we are way stronger. To see the primal dev extend that nod, goes to speak of our protocol. Respect sir. And let’s get our boy back in the game. 🫡
I would rather sub to an app I can't use (am on Android) simply to show and share my support than to endure more ridiculous price hikes and tier changes on just about any other streaming service. I love Nostr, so if I find an opportunity to support people, I try to do so. That being said, my only means of doing so is Patreon and paypal now, lol.