⚡⏹️ FWB105 - From Concept to Conference

Join us on an electrifying journey as we take our groundbreaking social media app from an idea to the global stage at the Adopting Bitcoin Conference in El Salvador. We delve into the current state of Bitcoin and its integration with social media, emphasizing the potential of Nostr as the 'new internet' driving Bitcoin adoption. The episode features discussions on the innovative business model behind their new company, NextBlock, which enables users to earn Bitcoin by watching advertisements. The hosts share personal stories, highlight the importance of meeting like-minded people at conferences, and explore the challenges and future of integrating Bitcoin and social media. The episode also touches on their unique approach to refining their presentation and the supportive, collaborative nature of the Bitcoin community. 00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin and Nostr 00:27 Moving to Nostr City 01:29 Adopting Bitcoin Conference Announcement 02:55 The Attention Marketplace Concept 03:58 Understanding Attention as a Commodity 05:15 Comparing Attention and Inflation 06:27 The Future of Advertising with Nextblock 14:18 Opting In and Out of Ads 24:46 Respect in Advertising 27:49 Good vs. Bad Actors in Advertising 28:20 The Attention Marketplace and Its Impact 28:59 The Cost of Unwanted Ads 29:42 Ads in Everyday Life 31:14 Product Placement in Media 34:02 The Future of Advertising and Attention 39:21 Capitalism and Market Choices 45:14 The Role of Bitcoin and Nostr 52:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Get full access to Flirting With Bitcoin at www.flirtingwithbitcoin.com/subscribe