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nitter.app/halfin/status/11103029… Hi everyone, this is Fran Finney, wife of Hal Finney, an early pioneer of Bitcoin. I want to let you know about a special event I'm organizing in honor of my husband. Thank you for all your interest in Hal and your support... he would love it! 1/5
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Hi everyone, Fran Finney, wife of Hal Finney, here. I’d like to share exciting news with you. Today the 3rd Running Bitcoin Challenge (@RunningBTC21k) is starting again. Join us at runningbitcoin.us & let's heal ALS! #RunningBitcoinChallenge 1/4
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Replying to @lopp
This is @franfinney. I am tweeting for Hal (as @pavlenex thought) to avoid his account being purged by Elon.
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"Running Bitcoin." - Hal Finney, January 10, 2009 Today marks the start of the 4th Annual #RunningBitcoinChallenge in Hal’s memory. 🏃‍♂️ Let’s run for Bitcoin, ALS research, and Hal’s incredible legacy. Join us here: 🌐 runningbitcoin.us
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Hi to all Bitcoiners, it’s Fran here posting from Hal’s account. 💛 The #RunningBitcoinChallenge is in full swing! Join us in running or walking 21km in 21 days to support ALS research and honor Hal’s legacy. 🏃‍♂️ 🌐 Sign up here: runningbitcoin.us That’s not all… 🎨 The incredible Running Bitcoin Challenge art auction is ending VERY soon! 🎨 Rare, Bitcoin-inspired art pieces created by talented Bitcoin artists are up for grabs, with proceeds going to the Hal Finney ALS Research Fund. 📢 Get your hands on these one-of-a-kind pieces before it's too late: scarce.city/collections/runn… A HUGE thank you to the amazing artists who made this possible: @Coinkite @Marsmensch @HeroOfBitcoin @hitomi_matsui @KanutoTakumi @fiatfire @seaismedicine @m__btc @yonatvaks @asanoha_gold @ModeotecArt @zetra_art @MLOdotArt @flomontoya_ @MarcusConnorNH @crayonsmell @Jethroe111 Your creativity fuels this mission—thank you for supporting ALS research through your work! 🙌 We’re also incredibly grateful to our sponsors who’ve generously donated to the Running Bitcoin Challenge: @satsconf_ @bitrefill and @Strike Your contributions are making a real impact, helping fund research and keep Hal’s vision alive. Bitcoiners, this is your chance to run, collect unique art, and support a meaningful cause. Go join the cause at 🌐 runningbitcoin.us
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The event is called 'Running Bitcoin' and it's a half marathon event that will take place between Jan 1st and 10th. The goal is to get as many people as possible to run or walk a half marathon distance and to raise funds for ALS research through Bitcoin donations. 2/5
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Just got back from 11 mile run - really treasure each one now.
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Thank you all for your time and for helping us in this important cause. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against ALS and honor the memory of my husband, Hal Finney. 5/5
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I am humbled and excited by the support and donations we have received even ahead of starting the #RunningBitcoinChallenge. It's truly heartwarming to see such a large community coming together for this event. Thank you to everyone who is joining us in this important cause. 3/3
nitter.app/halfin/status/11103029… Hi everyone, this is Fran Finney, wife of Hal Finney, an early pioneer of Bitcoin. I want to let you know about a special event I'm organizing in honor of my husband. Thank you for all your interest in Hal and your support... he would love it! 1/5
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If you'd like to participate in the 'Running Bitcoin' event and make a donation, you can do so by visiting our website runningbitcoin.us and following the instructions there. Or you follow us @RunningBTC21k. Every little bit helps, and we are grateful for your support. 4/5
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#crypto2010 proceedings available today for IACR members @ http://www.springer.com/iacr
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Hal was diagnosed with ALS in 2009. He fought bravely against the disease until his passing in 2014. We are determined to find a cure for this devastating condition and any support you can provide will make a big difference. 3/5
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Hal was diagnosed with ALS in 2009. He fought bravely against the disease until his passing in 2014. We are determined to find a cure for this devastating condition. Any support you can provide will make a difference in the fight against ALS while honoring Hal. Thank you all! 3/4
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Kicking-Off: RUNNING BITCOIN Challenge '23! In support of the ALS care and research efforts of @alsagoldenwest Join at RunningBitcoin.us Follow @RunningBTC21k #RunningBitcoinChallenge #HappyNewYear #Bitcoin 👇 1/3
nitter.app/halfin/status/11103029… Hi everyone, this is Fran Finney, wife of Hal Finney, an early pioneer of Bitcoin. I want to let you know about a special event I'm organizing in honor of my husband. Thank you for all your interest in Hal and your support... he would love it! 1/5
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Going to Google calendar page causes an infinite loop of redirects for both my wife's and my Macs. Google status page says AOK?
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The #RunningBitcoinChallenge is a chance to get active and make a difference in the fight against ALS while honoring my husband, Hal. Whether you're a seasoned runner or have never exercised in your life, this 10 day event is for you. #RunForHalFin nitter.app/RunningBTC21k/status/1… 2/3
nitter.app/halfin/status/11103029… Hi everyone, this is Fran Finney, wife of Hal Finney, an early pioneer of Bitcoin. I want to let you know about a special event I'm organizing in honor of my husband. Thank you for all your interest in Hal and your support... he would love it! 1/5
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If you would like to hear me discuss Hal’s passion for #bitcoin and running as well as our life together, feel free to tune in to my recent conversation with Peter McCormack nitter.app/WhatBitcoinDid/status/… Thank you and Happy 15th Bitcoin Genesis Day 4/4
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Voicebanking using modeltalker. Tedious but potentially rewarding.
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Good #tsunami info at http://bit.ly/cTMFBY including forecast times of arrival, height, spectacular energy map.
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Trying to merge tboot and bitvisor, pretty challenging
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eprint.iacr.org/2009/286 surprising attacks on crypto protocols via trusted computing and #TPM
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Pointer to review of Open Source Trusted Computing software: http://bit.ly/Ns5pv
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Replying to @lopp @pavlenex
@franfinney here. And an accurate one.
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Reading State of Fear, amusing parallel-universe novel about a world where global warming is not real and is a conspiracy of scientists
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Wow I haven't used this for a long time
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Just back from walking the dogs
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Back from run, ended up going 13.5 miles, felt pretty good
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Fixing kitchen drawer, bought nails and wood glue. A real pain. Also bought some vice grips to clamp onto a broken sink handle, temporarily!
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Going for a 12 mile run... yikes
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Just waiting for Santa! Actually we're mostly going to celebrate Christmas a day late
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The event is a half marathon event that is taking place between today and Jan 10th. The goal is to get as many people as possible to run or walk a half marathon distance and to raise funds for ALS research through #Bitcoin donations. I know Hal would love this! 2/4
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Fixing a flat tire - guess the tricker treaters were not too happy with our "healthful" snacks
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Paying taxes - taxbrain.com has suddenly stopped responding, a bad sign
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Last year, I had conversations with some of Bitcoin’s most thoughtful voices: 🎙️Peter on What Bitcoin Did: piped.video/watch?v=00_sakWb… 🎙️Natalie on Coin Stories: piped.video/watch?v=rNGFlITu… 🎙️ Matt on Citadel Dispatch: piped.video/watch?v=1MRJoRdr… Each being a testament to Hal & Bitcoin.🌱
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Carvin Jack O'Lantern! Theme this year is equilateral triangles.
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For 21 days, we run. For Bitcoin, for a cure, and for Hal. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Join the #RunningBitcoinChallenge today: 🌐 runningbitcoin.us Together, let’s make this the most impactful challenge yet. Hal always ran towards the future. Let’s keep up the pace. 🚀
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I am proud to recognize the @HRF’s incredible freedom and privacy focused initiative honoring Hal’s legacy through the Finney Freedom Prize. 🙌 Congratulations to the 2nd halving era’s winners—your work truly embodies the spirit Hal believed in. 🌟
NEW: The Finney Freedom Prize for the 2012-2016 era goes to Pieter Wuille and Gregory Maxwell for their contributions to Bitcoin usability, scalability, and privacy. For more info on the Prize, Hal’s story, the committee, and future prizes, visit finneyprize.org
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Hal believed in a world where the computer can be used to liberate & protect humanity. This year's challenge runs for 21 days starting today — the anniversary of his legendary tweet.🌍 Run or walk 21 km, every step contributes to ALS research.🧠 👉Join us: runningbitcoin.us
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I, Fran Finney, am co-organizing this challenge as Hal’s wife (@franfinney). 💛 I love how this challenge keeps Hal’s vision alive and shares his story of hope and resilience. 🌟 Follow me on Nostr: npub14fkfcx9j0494g8zejfdxsr9t8raxt9n8vzkz6l5w4ef0gjysh4dqcsmkgv
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Funds raised go to the ALS Network, supporting the Hal Finney ALS Research Fund: 💡over 80% of donations go directly to research 📡they accept BTC 👀 @RunningBTC21k or nostr: npub17hzf5v2l9aw29h4l9q330rkd4typnwkx80ksy6cnfuhzr33xvsaqucdscd) 🌍Donate here: runningbitcoin.us
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@zooko, patent 5133065 should have expired last month based on filing and issuance dates
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@DavidPerlmutter How long does IV glutathione improvement last in Parkinsons? I have ALS, trying 1200 mg/day but not seeing much benefit.
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@ALSUntangled, holistic MD recommends IV glutathione, B complex and magnesium - what do you think?
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