WTFHappenedIn1971.com - (a one page website)
TL;DR: a collection of charts that show something bad and long-lasting happened in 1971.
Hey Bitcoiners,
Most bitcoiners have heard of and visited this site, but it does get updated quite regularly, and serves as a great reminder of the unnecessarily poor conditions we are living with fifty-two years after the imposition of fiat money on the world..
Enjoy!
Tick tock next block,
Cory Klippsten
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Senior Software Engineer - Bitcoin — Cash App — Block
Cash App is a mobile-first bank that ranks in the top 10 free apps in the app store with a rapidly growing user base and feature set. Our mission is to provide banking services to all, in particular those that are underserved. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and improving Cash App Bitcoin platform features and infrastructure, including deposits, withdrawals, and custody of Bitcoin. We are scaling quickly and are excited to grow the team!
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