Jeffrey Peterson - jeff.pro
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A lifetime in technology and business. Former founder, CEO QP/MeetMe .com, a top-20 Social Network in U.S. History, 100MM+ users, traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market for 20 years (QPSA, MEET), sold to eHarmony by acquisition on 3/2020.

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Forwarded from Deleted Account
So happy to find you here Jeffrey. I followed you on twatter before I was purged. You are a truth teller and patriot. Thank You for your bravery in these corrupt and bewildered times.
~ G American Girl
Forwarded from Perry B
God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them. 
Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness on the day of judgement, because as God is, so are we in this world. 
There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear; for fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not reached perfection in love. 
We love because God first loved us.
1 John 4:16
Friends, we have an important conversation to start today, that will continue for some time, about taking back our rights and freedoms relating to technology. It is one of the most important discussions that will take place now. As the founder of one of the top-20 Social Networks in U.S. history, now more concerned than ever about what is happening to our country, I invite all of you who are interested in technology, to join my technology chat, here on Telegram, by clicking on the following link -->> https://t.me/joinchat/AGHoctGMmMw3NzE5
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The most important vertical that needs to be created is the financial vertical; payment gateways, etc and alternatives, to paypal, traditional banking entities, etc that would allow conservatives to completely exist insulated from the left's systems and verticals. This would limit their ability to hurt conservatives and others financially.
Forwarded from JP's technology chat
Throughout my entire career in technology, people have been negative. People have doubted. I have heard 1,000 reasons why it's "too late," "things won't work," "others are better funded," etc. people were giving me a thousand reasons why I was "too late" in 1998, in 2003, in 2007, in 2013, and even now. It's never been true. What has been true, is that those who are able to take action and push through the negativity and doubt--with good ideas and swift execution--sometimes, just sometimes, can make a difference. And when they do, it's usually not a minor difference.
Forwarded from JP's technology chat
And so I ask those who continually discourage those of us who do the productive work of innovating, what are we supposed to do? Nothing? Is that what you would prefer that we do? Listen to your discouragement, look at ourselves in the mirror, tell ourselves "we can't do it" (whatever it is), even though we've proven otherwise, against all odds, in the past (more than one time), read your discouraging message, and say, "You know what, he's right. I give up. I quit. I won't try." Is that what you would prefer?
Forwarded from Lemon CA USA
Agreed. Take action and innovate. I am confused by the lack of preparation by (white) hats for this tech and media attack. Thank you for being a lighting rod to bring us together. Let the negative roll off your back like water. Let's go forward together bless
I don't write any of this to be negative, myself, in any way. Simply pointing out the obvious. Things need to start improving in terms of attitudes towards technology with conservatives. It's not a unanimous challenge; there are extremley talented people on the right. It's the apathy, the "I'm too old," the "the next generation will fix it," (this might make some people really mad, but I'll say it anyways) the attitude of "let's get Jack Dorsey arrested and send him to Gitmo, " that needs to change. I have news for you. Getting Jack Dorsey (the Twitter CEO) arrested and sent to Gitmo, even if he deserves it, isn't going to fix Twitter. Suing Mark Zuckerberg is not going to change anything quickly. He operates the largest law firm in California, inside Facebook itself, and can litigate against anyone, even in a class action, for years--meanwhile, elections are happening and he can still censor. I'm sorry to be the one to deliver these messages but they are reality. Conservatives need to get things together and embrace technology. I can't fix all of it. What I can do is try to help. And that's why I'm here. I will always listen to constructive criticism. At this age (48) I am humbled compared to when I myself was a young tech CEO for the first time in my 20's and thought I knew everything. Always willing to listen to feedback especially if it's well-intentioned. Come on everyone. Let's get some good projects going. Without venture capitalists. Without the CIA. Without China. Americans are good at innovating and building stuff, especially in times of need. That's what we do.
Forwarded from Trust Freedom
I agree. I also feel that conservative need to complete with big tech by bringing smart, attractive, and innovated platforms. They have to function.
Thanks. I will try to help but it needs to be more than just me. But yes, I will try to make a difference because things are getting ridiculous in terms of the censorship, manipulation of new media, and all around strangeness and a lot of it is coming from Silicon Valley. Makes me sad actually. I grew up around those tech communities in California and those are very special memories for me. Breaks my heart to see what SV has turned in to.
Forwarded from Sue
Jeff, if you build it, we will come!
So you think those projects are enough? Should innovation with conservatives now come to an end, because those projects are in the works? Is that your point?
Forwarded from PopcornForUSA
Gab, Telegram, Rumble, Bitchute, UgeTube, etc… along with the lawsuits. What am I missing? I thought we were doing this?
I'm more or less simply encouraging people here. At the same time, introducing myself and offering my thoughts. I think there's rapidly increasing awareness that things are getting very strange in the U.S. and I expect more of us with tech industry experience are going to start showing up to participate in helpful ways. Many of my new channel subscribers here on Telegram probably had no idea who I was or what my message is, before reading all of this. I'm thankful for everyone's interest and, just explaining my thoughts, for now.
Forwarded from Tom D
Not just Americans ;)
This fight is global.
I think one problem is that we don’t have conservatives in tech just waiting there. Not all of us are budding entrepreneurs willing to risk it all.
Quite a few of us (myself included) already have decent jobs, many already do very good work as cogs in a broken system … we somehow need to be drawn out into this higher mission.
How? Do we send you our CVs (sorry - Resumes)?
It takes time for people learn new things, to make a difference. Particularly in industries that are somewhat complex. I understand the feeling that there isn't much time, now. But a big part of my messaging is that technology is not necessairly as complicated as people think it is. Like I say, I can't fix everything but hopefully I can help out. In the past I've been able to make a difference on technology projects at scale even working against all odds in difficult situations. To make a long story short, during the late 90's tech boom, I built a big social network, got thrown out by a new CEO that I hired, (it was a $$ grab), went back after 2 years, managed to accumulate enough stock to throw him out and the entire board, and rebuild the company after he wrecked it. It survived (again, against all oods) in a difficult environment. Managed to grow back a lot of value for a big group of shareholders and eventually return to a leadership position in our sector. I don't write that to suggest that I am some kind of super smart guy because I'm not. I do have good industry experience, that is fairly unique and probably a good shot of pulling off another good project or two in the future. Have trained hundreds of programmers in my time and happy to start helping people understand the ins and outs of what will make everything work at a level where it can compete with what Silicon Valley is already doing.
Forwarded from Deleted Account
I wonder if it would be too much work for you and others, to have a three strikes process with your readers. The third time they whine or complain or nay say, they get booted from your page. Because I would assume that most of us are hopeful and determined and very grateful for those of you who are making things happen. My situation doesn’t allow time for it. And I’m very grateful for those of you who can.
Unlike some others, I really don't mind if people dissent or disagree with me. The discussions are helpful. Rather than yelling at everyone all the time that my way is right, I do hope to help change, improve mindsets a little. So feel free to bring up your doubts and concerns about technology stuff and although I can't answer everyone, I won't hold it against anyone for bringing up doubts or concerns. Tech is risky business--I get it. I've had some losers myself in my career. Fortunatley my winners, so far, have been much bigger than my losers. Also those losers have given me the opportunity to -BE- humbled. That being said I am still quite confident and never hesitate to walk out of a meeting with a venture capitalist who doubts me, a ritual which I take great pleasure in, lol. 🤣
Forwarded from Esco
We are doing this.

It's important to get a baseline of priorities.

1. Payment processor - have you talked to Andrew Torba about how Gab is working to bypass PayPal? This could be a multi platform Collab and then all you need is an add-on to what exists. He is also creating a marketplace.

2. Banking. This is out of my realm of knowledge. Is there a way to bank bypassing the Fed? Maybe crypto banking? I know it's doable bc banks and multipliers exist in CA and other legal marijuana states though cannabis is federally illegal.
A lot of people write to me about Andrew Torba, I guess because they identify him as someone they "already know" who is making a difference on the political right and for free speech. I don't know Andrew and have nothing bad to say about him. He seems like a pretty determined guy, I admire that a lot. I of course wish him the best, as I will anyone who seems honest, and as though they're truly innovating in a way that is helpful to everyone.
Yes. You hit the nail on the head. This is one of the most important messages I will be promoting. Conservatives should learn to use Linux, be proficient with Linux, and be the biggest users of Linux, now and in the forseeable future. It is the only remaining operating system (actully, an entire ecosystem) that is not controlled by the left and it solves the most important issues overnight, from the first minute you install it. As if that isn't unbelievably good enough news, the further benefit is that Linux itself and more or less everything that goes along with it is opensource (you can inspect the source code to make sure there's nothing weird happening) and, free. No more paying for software...almost everything in the linux ecosystem is free. Downside? A bit more of a learning curve in terms of time. But it's 100% worth it and gaining proficiency in Linux can be a great, enjoyable hobby that also helps you take back most aspects of your digital privacy.