Can anyone in a band tell me whether this is useful or misguided? I built this as a fan/listener but would love to hear what bands/venues think is the actual useful solution for musicians.

wow. systemic org failure.

Actually meant that it “buys you time to respond” in case of one mfr wallet failing somehow. It’s a plus.

Agreed. Those I listed I bought and used, and have personal comfort with their UX and apparent quality. I included candidates based on core requirements around Bitcoin-only ability. I’m not a code reviewer though. My approach would rule options in and out based on whether I’d put my mom or siblings on them for long term. I wish Passport still made their Core model. 🤷‍♂️

I never recommended coldcard, but I fear being recorded on a mic for this very reason. Life sometimes teaches us publicly. I prefer learning privately.

Never trust the keys. Always use that second bolt/latch lock.

Seriously evaluate Bitkey (with screen) if you want the benefit of multisig but don’t mind a single supplier providing all varied layers and trade that for simplicity. Otherwise mixing manufacturers offers distributed failure surfaces and likely time to respond in case of any leg failing.

Also look at: Trezor Safe series or OG versions Blockstream Jade series Passport by Foundation Devices Bitbox02 series Bitkey by Block Read up on these and pick what fits your needs. I’ve ruled out many not on this list for varied feature and UX reasons.

My only beef was that it had no screen. Now it does. Now it’s a recommendation for specific life situations.

Finally delivered. Sorry about the delay. Leon took a bit on that one. Let me know if all’s well.

The insurers establish conditions of insurance and that nearly fully mitigate the actual risk. You could almost ask yourself (or Rob) what an insurer would require, then do that, then you likely wouldn’t even need it any longer.

For self-custody: If multisig is your pick, 3 hardware wallets. One from Trezor, Blockstream, & Bitbox as the three keys. All Bitcoin-only firmware/versions. If not multisig: a strong 25th word adds security if fully understood. Do the homework. My Top Wallet picks: Passport Core (my fav but discont) Bitbox02 (either orig or nova) Trezor Safe series (with BTC-only) Blockstream Jade (either version) Newer Candidate: Passkey by Block (under review)

Thanks for the heads up Side question about rollout. First few profiles were pushed as tests. Please advise if I need to alert you guys or use a specific approach to avoid them being processed or filtered as spam. Want to be nice to your servers.

This evolution is good tv. 🍿🥤

Damn straight. Side question as I deploy: Since I can’t use Amethyst, can you see if the @HeldBrand profiles are visible there? Please advise if I need to know what specific approach to take to avoid them being processed or filtered as spam.

is up and running with a few test brands. About to roll out the other 9k initial brands. Should the brands be bundled to a particular follow pack registry for better visibility above scammers and impersonators? If so, I’m not sure which follow pack sources have the best exposure and reputation. Tips on where are welcomed.

LA and Venice Beach were about the peaches and cream this trip.

Nope. Just super simple tip routing that includes BTC/⚡️ and nostr by default. Nostr gateway that crossed my mind one day at Bitcoin park while was talking about adoption. Mixed that inspiration with how I’d thought to solve how I could never tip in lightning at live gigs. It’s always several QRs taped to a mic stand. It could easily be one QR and all options while one option should auto-include Zapping.

On it. …stay tuned. 😬

Makes sense on the email bit. I should dial that down to free up usage.