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Apple Threatens to Remove Damus App Over Bitcoin Tipping Feature
Apple has threatened to remove the decentralized social media app Damus from its App Store if the app does not remove its Bitcoin tipping feature.
Damus allows users to earn Bitcoin on posts. The feature, called "zaps," allows users to send tips to other users using the Lightning Network, a Layer 2 payment protocol for Bitcoin.
Apple has said that Damus's Bitcoin tipping feature violates its App Store guidelines, which state that all in-app purchases must use Apple's in-app payment system.
Damus has said that it will likely remove the Bitcoin tipping feature in order to stay on the App Store. However, the company has said that it believes that Apple's decision is a "blow to innovation" and that it could have a chilling effect on other developers who are trying to build decentralized applications.
Damus was launched in February as "the social network you control." The app is based on the Nostr protocol, a decentralized social network protocol backed by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey.
What does this mean for the future of decentralized applications?
Apple's decision to threaten to remove Damus from its App Store is a significant development for the future of decentralized applications.
Decentralized applications are built on top of decentralized protocols, which are not controlled by any single entity. This makes them more resistant to censorship and control.
Apple's decision could make it more difficult for developers to build and distribute decentralized applications. This could have a chilling effect on innovation in this space.
It remains to be seen how Apple's decision will impact the future of decentralized applications. However, it is clear that this is a significant development that developers and users should be aware of.
How can you support decentralized applications?
There are a number of things that you can do to support decentralized applications.
- Use decentralized applications. The more people who use decentralized applications, the more demand there will be for them. This will encourage developers to continue building and improving these applications.
- Donate to decentralized projects. There are a number of decentralized projects that are looking for funding. By donating to these projects, you can help them to continue developing and improving their applications.
- Spread the word. Let others know about decentralized applications and the benefits they offer. The more people who know about these applications, the more likely they are to use them.
By taking these steps, you can help to support the development and growth of decentralized applications.
