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What is Nostr? The Decentralized Social Media Protocol

In 2023, Nostr was a promising alternative to corporate social media. By 2026, it has grown into a mature, censorship-resistant digital town square. This guide explains how the protocol works, why your digital identity is your most valuable sovereign asset, and how modern 2026 features like native zaps and external key signers protect your keys.

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What is nostrdb?

A nerdy deepdive into the brand new nostr tech powering the next version of Damus