#Cypherpunks
believe in cryptography as a shield to protect individual rights:
#privacy
, the power to choose. A call for the future, safeguarded by cryptography. Their influence echoes today. A brighter future is possible.
What will you do to protect your privacy? 🛡️🧡
1/ Julian Assange - A thread 🧵 about The Cypherpunk Defender of Freedom and the daring activist behind
@wikileaks
. 🕵️♂️💻 His groundbreaking work redefined freedom of speech, sparking heated debates on digital ethics and privacy rights.
"We don't want to give our personal digital life to someone else. Don't sell your privacy. Don't take your privacy for granted.
It's about our future and the future generations. If we don't fight for it now we will end up soon in a really dystopian world", Paolo Ardoino
Paolo
"Nick Szabo: The Digital Currency Maestro's Dance of Innovation"
In the vast realm of technology, one figure emerges as the true luminary—the genius we know as
@NickSzabo4
. His story, a fascinating odyssey through the digital age, is a tale of prodigious intellect and
@eXpectxChaos
@xcomerc20
@HerbertRSim
Everybody who shares the ideas of the Cypherpunk Manifesto is welcome to support a new
#Cypherpunk
movement. Our artistic tribute to the original Cypherpunks will take place at the Plan-B Forum in Lugano on October 20th where we honor 3 Cypherpunks live on stage.
#privacy
#cpm23
Would there be
#Bitcoin
without the
#Cypherpunks
?
Could Satoshi have crafted his masterpiece without the contributions of visionaries like Adam Back with Hashcash, Nick Szabo with Bitgold, Wei-Dei with b-money, David Chaum with eCash, Hal Finney with RPOW, Bram Cohen with
🔐🌐 Cypherpunks write code to safeguard our privacy in the digital realm, shielding🛡️ us from a dystopian future where autonomy, free speech, and sound money are at risk from centralization.
Inspired by Oskar Stocker's 12 classical Cypherpunks OG paintings, CYI"R and Otto
@eXpectxChaos
@xcomerc20
Nick Szabo will be live on the Cypherpunks panel at the Plan B Forum in Lugano on Oct.20. He will also be one of 4 original
#Cypherpunks
we will honor live on stage
#cpm23
"If you're watching everybody, you're watching nobody."
"The essence of "watching" or "looking" is focusing your attention. If you diffuse your attention to encompass everything, you end up missing everything.
This is exactly what the US Government is doing with its
Artistic Tribute to the Original Cypherpunks, honoring
@adam3us
,
@Stella_Assange
(for Julian) & Phil Zimmermann at the
@LuganoPlanB
Forum moderated by
@jimmysong
. They forged instruments to safeguard both personal privacy and individual freedom while also laying the cornerstone
Today, we pay homage to Bram Cohen and Len Sassaman, both instrumental in shaping decentralized networks and some of the technology underpinning
#Bitcoin
📷 . Both were inspired by the
#Cypherpunks
, leaving an indelible mark on the iconic Cypherpunk Mailing list.
A visionary,
Satoshi achieved a state of unparalleled privacy. As the
#Cypherpunks
articulated,
#privacy
is the ability to deliberately reveal oneself to the world. His masterpiece is visible to all, yet his persona remains elusive and unidentified.
Through our digital art project
Satoshi and the
#Bitcoin
community are perched upon the shoulders of titans.
#Cypherpunks
, scientists, and
#privacy
activists meticulously constructed it to safeguard our privacy and ensure a sound monetary system. Let us honor their legendary contributions.
#cpm23
#Bitcoin
is the result of development and research spanning decades from the world’s greatest computer scientists, mathematicians, cryptographers, cypherpunks, and engineers.
Hal Finney: Crafting a Legacy in Digital Innovation
In the annals of technological innovation, the name Hal Finney stands as a testament to the extraordinary minds that have propelled our world into the digital age. A revered figure in the realms of computer science and
"If you look historically how liberal democracies function, there has to be privacy. And in order to have free public speech, you have to have first private speech.
If you want to organize to change something that you don't like how things work, you need to be able to speak
1/6🔒🧵 David Chaum: The Visionary Pioneer of Cryptography and digital cash inventor paved the way for
#Bitcoin
and today's crypto industry. A major influencer of the Cypherpunks movement, his vision? A privacy-focused digital currency. 💡🌐
#privacy
I know a lot about you.
I know your name, email, and phone number. I know your location history, including the places you've visited and how long you stayed. I know your interests and hobbies, based on the pages you've liked and the content you engage with. I know your friends
Adam Back, early Cypherpunk, creator of Hashcash and CEO of Blockstream on
#Bitcoin
:
"There’s something unusual about Bitcoin.
So, in 2013 I spent about 4 months of my spare time trying to find any way to appreciably improve Bitcoin, you know across scalability,
Phil Zimmermann: Crafting a Digital Bastion for Privacy and Freedom
In the world of modern communication, where the threads of technology and privacy are intricately interwoven, one name stands as a sentinel - Phil Zimmermann.
Picture the '90s—a time when the digital realm was
The distinguished Artist Oskar Stocker created 12 portrait paintings of the most influential Original
#Cypherpunks
in traditional mixed media technique on Fabriano (180x150cm each).
He states: "The Cypherpunks built tools protecting our privacy and our personal freedom in a
30 years after the publication of 'A Cypherpunk's Manifesto' we honored them & their work live on stage at the
@LuganoPlanB
Forum.
Now a 1st preview of a ltd series of Original Paintings (70x100cm, mixed media on Fabriano) by Oskar Stocker, available in Dec.
#art
#cypherpunks
Who are today's Cypherpunks?
Those coding to safeguard our privacy, uphold freedom of speech, and innovate sound money.
At the Cypherpunk tribute in Lugano we'll honor the OG Cypherpunks and embark on a quest for the next Generation. Join us on the journey.
#art
#privacy
#cpm23
Live from the
#Cypherpunks
Art Tribute at the
@LuganoPlanB
Forum, the first nominee for the 2nd Generation of
#Cypherpunks
. Happy Birthday 🎂🧡
@paoloardoino
and thank you for all the great tools you & your team create to preserve privacy and personal freedom in a digital world.
“What was once private is now public”, “what was once hard to copy, is now trivial to duplicate” and “what was once easily forgotten, is now stored forever.” Clearly, “something” needs to be done, ...", Ron Rivest
#privacy
#cryptography
Jude Milhon, who coined the term
#Cypherpunks
in late '92, emerged as an iconic figure for female developers. While inherently a champion of freedom &
#privacy
, Oskar Stocker reflects the same kindness observed through her gentle eyes.
#art
We honor St. Jude's contributions by
It was late 1992 when they first gathered in the Southern Bay Area. At the outset, there were merely three individuals E. Hughes, J. Gilmore and T. May , with Jude Milhon, also known as St. Jude, bestowing upon them the moniker: Cypherpunks. The group grew, attracting brilliant
Join us on Oct.20 at the Plan ₿ Forum in Lugano🇨🇭 for an artistic tribute honoring 4 legendary
#Cypherpunks
, celebrating 30y of 'A Cypherpunk's Manifesto'.
Don't miss the world premiere of the Cypherpunks Art Collection showcasing 12 iconic figures🙌!
#Privacy
#Bitcoin
#cpm23
It was
@adam3us
who told Satoshi Nakamoto that his draft for the
#bitcoin
Whitepaper has similarities with the b-money page of Wei Dai. That's why Nakamoto sent this mail to notify Dai about the release of a paper expanding on his ideas.
How would Bitcoin look like without the
Today, we nominate Jameson
@lopp
as a perfect representative of the next Generation of Cypherpunks. He embodies the principles of
#Cypherpunks
as a devoted
#Bitcoin
educator and advocate for digital privacy and personal freedom.
His mission involves employing his technical
Oskar Stocker the artist of the 12 Original
#Cypherpunk
Tribute portraits together with PGP creator Phil Zimmermann in front of his artwork. Use code and cryptography to protect your
#privacy
.
#art
#cpm23
30y after Eric Hughes wrote the iconic 'A Cypherpunk's Manifesto,' we're starting a journey asking original
#Cypherpunks
and influential figures of the movement:
How relevant is it today?
What's crucial for a contemporary take?
Join us and share your insights! 💬
#cpm23
Six remarkable individuals are featured in the
#Cypherpunks
Art Collection I, with Oskar Stocker creating 3 original portrait paintings for each. Presented here is the 1st series of the collection. Two subsequent series will follow just for collectors.
Who is your personal fav?
After the premiere of the 'Cypherpunks Manifesto'23 Art Exhibition', a first collection of 12 Original Cypherpunks artworks will be launched this December.
For each of the 12 Cypherpunks, Oskar Stocker created 3 Original Paintings (70x100cm). Artwork Nr I is a gift for each
Today, I'll show you the 2nd Cypherpunk Original artwork, a portrait painting of
@zooko
, accompanied by a Card Wallet containing a Digital Certificate inscribed on the
#Bitcoin
Blockchain. The debut of all Cypherpunk Originals from 'Collection I' is scheduled for early December
There are journalists who uphold the truth, revealing reality as it truly is rather than how someone may wish to portray it. Their commitment to truth can come at a steep price, including the sacrifice of their own freedom.
Journalists excel in their role as educators, shedding
UNIDENTIFIED - cryptography protects privacy.
"They try to identify a Cypherpunk with their perfect surveillance technology but they fail. He uses code & cryptography to protect his privacy and remains anonymous - a John Doe, unidentifiable in the Matrix."
The anonymous artist
Sound money history: Today, 25y ago, Wei Dai introduced his b-money paper, following the godfather of digital money
@chaumdotcom
&
@adam3us
(Hashcash,'97). Together with
@halfin
(RPOW,'04) &
@NickSzabo4
(bit gold,'05) they paved the way for Satoshi's
#Bitcoin
whitepaper in ´08
"It is like discovering an oasis when you are lost in the desert. It is
#Bitcoin
that is single-handedly responsible for the current wave of Cypherpunk activity."
Zooko Wilcox-O'Hearn's statement perfectly encapsulates why the ideals and tools of the Original
#Cypherpunks
have
1/Today, we shine the spotlight on Eric Hughes - the visionary writer of the
#Cypherpunk
Manifesto. 🧵📜💻 His influential work sparked a movement, redefining the landscape of freedom,
#privacy
, and
#cryptography
in the digital age.
#cpm23
1/4 🧵 Meet Jude Milhon, aka St. Jude 🚀 Coined
#Cypherpunk
in late '92. Merged "cypher" & "punk" to define a tribe valuing privacy as a basic right. Tech secures sans compromise. A digital guard shaping tomorrow's world. 🌐🔒
#CypherpunkLegacy
Cypherpunks write Code!
That's why we decided to make our first Airdrop of the upcoming UNIDENTIFIED Cypherpunks Art Collection together with the RGB team of
@FedericoTenga
at
@bitfinex
.
12 lucky winners received unique
#Cypherpunk
digital artifacts via
@iris_wallet
during the
CYI"R transforms twelve Cypherpunks Original Paintings into hashes and colors, culminating in one unique digital artifact - an enigma of cryptography, a seamless blend of classical & digital art.
His UNIDENTIFIED series, will be launched in Jan'24.
#art
#cypherpunks
#privacy
Jude Milhon was a pioneer & an icon for female developers. For the 'Cypherpunks Art Collection I', Oskar Stocker, crafted 3 original portrait paintings, each measuring 100x70cm. 2 of them are inspired by the iconic mugshot of the freedom fighter &
#Cypherpunk
activist St. Jude.
In late '92, John Gilmore, Eric Hughes, & Tim May founded the
#Cypherpunks
. By May '93, their influential 'A Cypherpunk's Manifesto' was born.
30y later, we honor their legendary work, champions of
#privacy
, free speech, autonomous systems & sound money.
#Bitcoin
#cpm23
@lopp
Phil Zimmermann is a genius in cryptography and a guardian🛡️ of
#privacy
and freedom in a digital world. Let's honor him and all the OG
#Cypherpunks
of '93 at the Plan B Forum in Lugano.
#cpm23
Without the contributions of the Cypherpunks, the
#Bitcoin
we recognize today would not exist. Yet, it's vital to acknowledge that the
#Cypherpunks
constructed their innovations standing on the foundations laid by the giants who preceded them.
That's why Oskar and CYI"R give an
It is a pleasure for us to nominate
@starkness
, CEO and co-founder of
@lightning
, as a 2nd Generation Cypherpunk.
#Cypherpunks
write code! At Lightning Labs they craft software that powers the Lightning Network, an open source, secure, and scalable layer 2 system built on
@BitPhree
What a story
@BitPhree
, Len Sassaman was a real
#Cypherpunk
hero. We are honoring the OG Cypherpunks of '93 with a big tribute in Lugano feat. Adam Back, Nick Szabo & Phil Zimmermann. The goal is to re-start a Cypherpunk initiative. Would be great if you join us too!
#cpm23
The President of Signal, Meredith Whittaker, is indeed "the voice for
#privacy
" in the digital world and, therefore, a valid nominee for a 2nd Gen Cypherpunk.
A quick Google search of her name returns 3 million results. She is frequently interviewed by reputable media outlets in
Presenting the Original Portrait Paintings with Digital Certificates gifted to Adam Back, Stella Assange (for Julian), Nick Szabo, & Phil Zimmermann at the
@LuganoPlanB
forum. Stay tuned for the
#Cypherpunks
Collection I & become an art collector of an Original Painting yourself.
#Art
is free, echoing mankind's freedom in the digital age. In our artistic dialogue we blend ancient & digital art, looking back & engaging with the present & future.
Tech & an anonymous John Doe as a metaphor for liberation in a digital world full of surveillance & censorship.
Cypherpunks write code. We know that someone has to write software to defend
#privacy
& since we can't get privacy unless we all do, we're going to write it. We publish our code so that our fellow
#Cypherpunks
may practice & play w/ it. Our code is free for all to use, worldwide.
7/ A Complex Legacy: As we dissect Julian Assange's impact, we must navigate a maze of legal challenges and polarized opinions. His work, controversial yet transformative, spurred a new generation of digital activists to safeguard transparency and digital rights. 💻🌟
8/ Fighting for Freedom: Beyond Assange, the
@JulianAssangeFdn
, a family foundation, remains devoted to the battle for his freedom. Their tireless efforts rally support worldwide, echoing the call for justice in a digital age. 🙌🗽
#PrivacyMatters
6/ Julian's Voice: In his own words, Assange once proclaimed, "Privacy for the weak and transparency for the powerful." A guiding principle, reminding us that the fight for privacy is a crucial defense against oppression and secrecy. 🌐🔐
6/6 🔒Today he acts as the founder of XX Network, pioneers quantum-resistant, privacy-centric blockchain. XX Network aims for a secure, private hub for communication, payments, & data. His vision for a private digital world remains vital, now materializing through XX Network.🌐🛡️
1/ Let's talk about Ralph Merkle, a visionary cryptographer and tech pioneer. His trailblazing innovations have left an indelible mark on modern cryptography, nano tech & beyond. 🧵
The first Cypherpunks Art Collection exclusively showcases original paintings, no prints. Today, I'll unveil a portrait painting of Nick Szabo, accompanied by a Card Wallet containing a Digital Certificate inscribed on the
#Bitcoin
Blockchain.
Oskar Stocker crafted the 100x70
@paoloardoino
unfortunately you are right. that's why we have to re-initiate the Cypherpunks movement and write code to protect privacy, freedom of speech and sound money in the sense of the Cypherpunks Manifesto or your Bitfinex Freedom Manifesto.
1/ Unraveling the Genius of Wei Dai - A Thread 🧵💡Today, we take a deep dive into the enigmatic mind of Wei Dai - the brilliant architect of b-money and an influential figure in the crypto universe. Let's explore the cryptic trail he blazed and the legacy he left behind.
#cpm23
Ready for a chance to win a personalized Cypherpunk Artwork matching your profile pic?✨ Join the Cypherpunks initiative at , upload your image & add your name. Get your Cypherpunk profile hash image instantly!
Plus, 10 lucky ones will win a unique
It was a great pleasure to meet Nick Szabo at the
@LuganoPlanB
Forum and honor him with a unique personal portrait painting for his outstanding work.
You'll see the one he selected below next to two additional unique portrait paintings (70x100) created by Oskar Stocker.
You
@NikoJilch
@LuganoPlanB
@coinfinity
Herzlichen Dank 🩷 Niko
@NikoJilch
für deine Unterstützung & der Idee der Verknüpfung der Kunstwerke mit den Cardwallets von
@coinfinity
- die ersten 4 gehen gemeinsam mit Original Portraits am 20.10. live an Phil Zimmermann, Adam Back, Nick Szabo & Stella Assange (für Julian)
Presenting
@giacomozucco
, nominated by the
#Bitcoin
&
#Cypherpunks
community as the 5th 2nd generation Cypherpunk. A leading force in Bitcoin and Lightning Network, Zucco's impact as a consultant, educator, and entrepreneur shapes Bitcoin's future.
He's not just a Bitcoin
30 years ago, on 5 Oct. 1992 Eric Hughes sent a statement of purpose to the Cypherpunks list which is the V0 of A Cypherpunk´s Manifesto. Let´s re-initiate the movement in 2023.
#cpm23
#cypherpunks
Cryptography protects privacy. The key message of our UNIDENTIFIED series, blending classical with digital
#art
.
CYI"R incorporated cryptographic hashes into the artworks, weaving the narrative of
#privacy
while simultaneously creating a unique enigma within each digital piece.
@nf_suzanne
Great thread. Traditional collectors might have difficulties with tech. Many saw digital art mainly as installations in museums and NFTs work for them rather as digital certificates than as art itself. In the end great artworks needs to be seen and with NFTs new collectors come
Without the work of the
#Cypherpunks
, there would be no
#Bitcoin
in its current form. Conversely, the rise of Bitcoin is responsible for the rediscovery of the ideals of the Cypherpunks - a mutually reinforcing cycle.
In a world of mass surveillance, restricted privacy rights,
1/ In todays thread 🧵, we pay homage to Timothy C. May - the Maverick
#Cypherpunk
whose ideas ignited the internet's liberty debate. 🌐💡 His work challenged authority, earned him the title of an anarchist, and left an indelible mark on freedom of speech and privacy.
#cpm23
See our 4th Cypherpunk Original artwork, one of three unique portrait paintings of
@halfin
, each accompanied by a Card Wallet containing a Digital Certificate inscribed on the
#Bitcoin
Blockchain. To be whitelisted, visit our nomination page and propose a
#Cypherpunk
of today.
Presenting the portrait series of Adam Back, Hashcash creator & Co-founder & CEO of
@Blockstream
. Alongside the original painting by O. Stocker, discover 2 of 3 unique artworks from our
#Cypherpunks
Art Collection I, plus an enigmatic image from CYI"R's UNIDENTIFIED series.
#art
3/4 🧵A self-taught developer and proud
#hacker
, she stood tall in an digital world dominated by men. An unwavering advocate for the thrill of hacking and women's tech rights, she paved the path for future female developers to follow.
#privacymatters
5/ "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." - Ralph Merkle. His insight mirrors the marvel of his cryptographic achievements, where
#innovation
becomes akin to the extraordinary.
My favorite talk at the
@LuganoPlanB
Forum was about
#Bitcoin
and Social Scalability by Nick Szabo. Who can you trust on a large social scale when it comes to private communication & money. A classic from the godfather of
#privacy
and sound money.
@BrightFuture3_0
😄Lugano’s Plan ₿ is a joint initiative between the City of Lugano and Tether to accelerate the use of and leverage
#Bitcoin
technology. For the event take a look:
Oskar Stocker creates three original portrait paintings of Jude Milhon aka St. Jude. They will be part of our 'Cypherpunks Collection I' released this Dec.
To all
#Cypherpunks
art collectors, visit our page, nominate your fav Cypherpunk & be whitelisted.
🔒 Unlock the future of privacy! Join us tomorrow at the Festival of the Future in Munich, where the brilliant mind behind Cryptography and Digital Cash,
@chaumdotcom
, will unravel his visionary perspective on a 2023 Cypherpunk Manifesto.
#CPM23
#Cypherpunks
#PrivacyMatters
"I want an assurance – with physics and math, not laws – that we can give ourselves things like the real privacy of personal communications. Encryption strong enough that not even the NSA can break it", John Gilmore
#cypherpunk
#EFF
#cpm23
#PrivacyMatters
2/ Meet Julian: Born in 1971, Assange's digital journey led him to establish
@wikileaks
- a platform shrouded in controversy and conviction. His mission: shed light on classified information, governments' secrets, and press freedom. 🗞️🔦
#cpm23
5/ Privacy on the Brink: Assange's revelations on digital surveillance shattered illusions of privacy. Governments and corporations faced the mirror, forcing us to reassess data ethics in the digital realm. 🕵️♀️🔓