The BlogChain Newsletter - Page 2
The BlogChain Newsletter
Dec 2
Crypto doesn't care about privacy because incentives reward visibility
This is the uncomfortable truth most people in crypto refuse to confront: We say we care about privacy, but we keep building on architectures that structurally cannot provide it. Not because we don't know better, but because the incentives reward visibility, speculation, and network effects, not privacy. Let's cut through the illusions.
- Public blockchains were never designed for privacy
They were designed for:- transparency
- auditability
- censorship resistance through public verification
The BlogChain Newsletter
Nov 25
Soft De-Google Guide (no rooted device nor custom ROM required)
Soft degoogling doesn’t require a custom ROM, but you can still cut your Google exposure by most of the way. You keep your stock Android setup while stripping out Google’s bloat, replacing their apps, tightening permissions, and routing all connections through privacy-respecting tools. Start with Shizuku, since it gives certain apps elevated permissions without rooting. Install the APK, enable Wireless Debugging, pair it, set its battery mode to unrestricted, and get it running.
The BlogChain Newsletter
Nov 13
Unmasking Surveillance
Most people fear "surveillance" but still run full-telemetry OSes, sync their thoughts to cloud AI, and carry always-on microphones. Hypocrisy, not ignorance, sustains the system.
The BlogChain Newsletter
Nov 8
Offline Privacy Awareness Gap
We keep talking about online privacy, but what about offline privacy? Everyone's obsessed with blocking trackers and clearing cookies, but no one talks about how much we're tracked in real life. Security cameras on every corner, smart doorbells, license plate scanners, even stores tracking your phone through wifi and even digital IDs. We used to worry about what we shared online, now we can't even walk through a city without leaving a trail.
The BlogChain Newsletter
Jul 27
Graphene OS: an Android version with enhanced security features
People often place significant trust in their phones, which have access to a vast amount of personal and sensitive information — such as our locations, financial details, and communications. As a result, phones, even from less prominent individuals, can become valuable targets. Android devices operate on some level of free software, which ideally should allow them to serve their owners' interests. However, standard Android installations generally do not fully meet this expectation.
The BlogChain Newsletter
Jul 22
Which Android Browser is the best?
They're all fine in their own way, it depends what you're looking for.
The BlogChain Newsletter
Jan 22
13 Open Source Alternatives to ChatGPT
Looking for open-source alternatives to ChatGPT? I've compiled a list of the best options for you.
The BlogChain Newsletter
Dec 26
How do I make a Bitcoin Private Key offline?
In light of the recent controversy surrounding Senator Pocahontas and her proposal to ban the ownership of certain words, I thought I'd create a simple guide on generating a bitcoin private key offline. This way, you can also become a threat to our democracy.
The BlogChain Newsletter
Dec 4
IS PRIVACY IMPORTANT TO YOU? 🔒 INTRODUCING "RAILGUN" - Private & Anonymous DeFi
Did you know that there already exists a chain-native private DeFi system on Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain (BSC), and Polygon? The RAILGUN project has developed this private DeFi system, which is user-friendly and operates independently of Layer 2 solutions or bridges, ensuring no compromises on security.
The BlogChain Newsletter
Nov 29
Bitcoin Halving: Unveiling the Secret Behind Digital Gold
Discover the intricacies of Bitcoin Halving and its profound impact on the cryptocurrency landscape. Explore the mechanism behind reducing mined Bitcoins by 50%, its timing, and implications for supply dynamics. Learn about the scarcity concept in Bitcoin, its relationship to price trends.