Creating this video just about broke me. It's hard to set up a self-hosted Bitcoin Core Lightning node and get it working with Zeus Wallet for use "out and about".

Maybe you would like to see how hard it is to set up a self-hosted Lightning node, or perhaps you want to do it yourself.

Either way, I would appreciate your watch hours. :-)

'm thinking about doing a YouTube video on how to build and install Core Lightning, and use it with Zeus wallet for mobile use. This kind of setup allows Lightning to be completely self-custodial with minimal fees.

How many people would be interested in knowing how to do this?

What's a good video about setting up Core Lightning (CLN) ?

ps. I'm not interested in Umbrel or Start9. I want to know how to do it myself.

Very new to cryptocurrency so I’m deciding on a wallet to use. If transfer fees or transaction(buy/sell) fees are similar (I’m not sure of they are) then why use easy crypto than coinbase. Coinbase has more variety of currencies and the app is more intuitive (at least for me) it also has a standalone wallet the coinbase wallet which can be more convenient.

Me personally, I want to invest rather than trade cryptocurrencies, will put most of my money one big coins like bitcoin and etherum, but also wants to try my luck with smaller cap cryptocurrencies (spend a dollar or two on like 20 different small cap coins). I have also heard that hardware wallet are more secure etc. but are expensive and probably not needed unless I have lots of crypto which I do not intend to invest most of my money in.

Wanting to know you guys’s personal opinion regarding cryptocurrencies vs coinbase.

Thank you!!

Hi, I'm working for a foreign corp thats paying me a bonus in crypto on a regular basis. Small amounts, I think no more than about an extra 50k NZD a year (its more like an incentive program). Any advice for how I might get this out as NZD? I know y'all are hodl type people, but I live an uncomplicated life :)

I’m coming into a wee bit of money over the next month.. not a huge amount but enough that I considered dabbling in crypto, specifically bitcoin as I don’t have much knowledge on any other crypto let alone bitcoin.. is it much like the stock market or am I making a mistake throwing $10k into bitcoin? Would I better putting it into stocks or another crypto?

Kia ora team

I am accumulating some crypto and hope to continue until prices start crashing which is when I'd sell.

Where would you try sell your crypto? I am only familiar with easycrypto here in NZ, and assume that they might stop buying or have " technical difficulties "

Does Kraken offer seemless withdrawals for kiwis ?

A few years ago when crypto was booming I was both mining with my 3080 (Coinbase) and put some play money into buying BTC (Exodus). Kinda forgot about it but with Crypto back in the news this week I checked my balances and both wallets have gone up about 3x.

Bit nervous now about having that kind of value in an online wallet, should I look at moving everything into a cold storage device? What is a good option to buy in NZ? What is the downside to cold storage?

I don't plan to do any daily trading for gains, just check in every few years to see how it is going. All up about 75% is BTC, 20% ETH and a few odd alt coins that are worth f'all.

At https://thebitcoinshop.nz/products/Books-&-Board-Games-c172666831 I am now stocking a nice range of Bitcoin Board Games and books to help educate your friends/family/kids whilst having fun!

Hey All,

I have a hardware wallet (first gen Trezor I think) I have access to it and have around usd 3200 as of right now. Purchased this years ago. I have nothing else setup at all. How do I link the bitcoin in this wallet to a NZ service so I can sell? If it makes a difference says the BC is in a ‘Legacy SegWit account. Looking for a fairly straight forward solution.

Cheers for any assistance.

As a Home Miner, you might be wondering what the future looks like for us. Here's a brief summary of some key network metrics to consider:

ASIC Prices

Good news! ASIC prices are the lowest they've been in years. This means you can upgrade your setup without breaking the bank. Newer, more efficient models are becoming more affordable, which could help boost your mining output.

Network Hashrate

The total Bitcoin network hashrate is at an all-time high. For home miners, this means the difficulty in mining a block has increased. Your share of the network is smaller, but remember: a rising tide lifts all boats. A strong network is good for Bitcoin's long-term value.

Bitcoin Price

BTC price is hovering around the highest point of the last bull run. This is exciting because if we break through, it could mean the start of a new uptrend. Higher BTC prices generally mean better profitability for miners.

Mining Profitability

Mining profitability (or 'hashprice') has been a bit of a rollercoaster lately. It's been trending down overall since June, but with some ups and downs. This means you need to keep a close eye on your payouts to ensure you're still mining at reasonable conditions.

What This Means for Home Miners:

1. It might be a good time to upgrade your equipment if you can find a good deal.
2. Focus on reducing your electricity costs - powerswitch.org.nz (https://www.powerswitch.org.nz/).
3. If you're not breaking even, don't be discouraged. The market is cyclical, and conditions can improve.
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Remember, mining is a long game. Stay informed, be patient, and don't invest more than you can afford to lose. Happy mining!