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F. Dilek Yurdakul 🎩
@fdilekyurdakul #410690
National Geographic C. Photographer,
Photography Lecturer,
Lawyer, Art Collector,
Skydiver
/curatedbydilek
https://linktr.ee/fdilekyurdakul
3963 Follower 873 Following
Let me tell you what has hurt and upset me the most. Throughout my life, I have been a relentless advocate for justice, rights, law, and ethical behavior. That’s why I became a lawyer. During my four years in NFT, @zachlipp and @sunnysangwan were the closest witnesses to the fact that I always spoke the truth, no matter the cost. And for that, I even had serious arguments with them when necessary. While I am known as an activist, an artist, and a lawyer—someone who would never hesitate to speak the truth even if it cost her everything—here, @jacek accused me of being a "farmer." That is something I just cannot accept.
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Being part of this community is not easy. No matter how world-renowned you are or how serious your work is, this is an environment where only those with financial means can truly exist and grow. Despite thismany others have resisted to remain here. That’s why many newcomers eventually leave.
Months ago, I told some people, "You are doing tip4tip, don't do it—focus on building community relationships." They are not banned, but I am. You accused us of receiving money out of thin air. That is not true. We actually invest money into this platform, and there should be a return on that investment.
Moreover, receiving tips from the community is not easy. This is exactly why we stay active and put in the effort. We are trying to make this community attractive and sustainable. If people do not trust your project and you cannot bring in new members, you will not be able to move forward and will eventually disappear.
Instead of banning farmers, you have blocked those who were trying to bring quality to this platform
Months ago, I told some people, "You are doing tip4tip, don't do it—focus on building community relationships." They are not banned, but I am. You accused us of receiving money out of thin air. That is not true. We actually invest money into this platform, and there should be a return on that investment.
Moreover, receiving tips from the community is not easy. This is exactly why we stay active and put in the effort. We are trying to make this community attractive and sustainable. If people do not trust your project and you cannot bring in new members, you will not be able to move forward and will eventually disappear.
Instead of banning farmers, you have blocked those who were trying to bring quality to this platform
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Jacek.degen.eth 🎩
@jacek·12:25 04/02/2025
GM Degens,
I know the recent bans didn’t sit well with everyone. We used a rule-based approach to target sybils, but it’s a tough battle, and we’re just two people. If you got caught in the crossfire, I’m sorry. There was collateral damage, but we also hit a lot of big farmers.
These decisions aren’t easy, but they’re made for the community’s long-term health. If you’re feeling discouraged, I get it. Tipping was meant to be fun—sharing memes, onboarding new users—not a paycheck.
Let’s bring back that energy: meme, create, and enjoy the space without stressing over prices. Moving forward, we’ll act on community reports and evidence instead of broad rules. Policing isn’t fun, but without it, some ruin the game for everyone.
Let’s keep it fun—don’t use $DEGEN to pay rent. Create, share, and help us go viral.
I know the recent bans didn’t sit well with everyone. We used a rule-based approach to target sybils, but it’s a tough battle, and we’re just two people. If you got caught in the crossfire, I’m sorry. There was collateral damage, but we also hit a lot of big farmers.
These decisions aren’t easy, but they’re made for the community’s long-term health. If you’re feeling discouraged, I get it. Tipping was meant to be fun—sharing memes, onboarding new users—not a paycheck.
Let’s bring back that energy: meme, create, and enjoy the space without stressing over prices. Moving forward, we’ll act on community reports and evidence instead of broad rules. Policing isn’t fun, but without it, some ruin the game for everyone.
Let’s keep it fun—don’t use $DEGEN to pay rent. Create, share, and help us go viral.
I live in Turkey and complain about lawlessness, the manipulation of written laws according to the arbitrary decisions of the ruling power, and the disregard for Constitutional Court rulings. I accuse the government of dictatorship.
Dictatorship is the name of a one-man regime where rules are not absolute and can change on a whim. The place we once called a safe haven, where we escaped from all the ugliness of the world to find peace, has turned into hell precisely because of this. This is why the rule of law is important. Without law, there is neither trust nor order
Dictatorship is the name of a one-man regime where rules are not absolute and can change on a whim. The place we once called a safe haven, where we escaped from all the ugliness of the world to find peace, has turned into hell precisely because of this. This is why the rule of law is important. Without law, there is neither trust nor order
Are you sure @jacek ?
I @hind @manuwilliams @mikkolagerstedt @joellelb @ricardotakamura @maheshb @victoresteves.eth @jenson @korayozpalamutcu @nasimghanizade @ozlem we all banned ? All these accounts are the ones who create quality content here. Is this a world we dream here? There can be no crime and punishment without law.
This is the basis of universal law. Please remember this
I @hind @manuwilliams @mikkolagerstedt @joellelb @ricardotakamura @maheshb @victoresteves.eth @jenson @korayozpalamutcu @nasimghanizade @ozlem we all banned ? All these accounts are the ones who create quality content here. Is this a world we dream here? There can be no crime and punishment without law.
This is the basis of universal law. Please remember this
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Zach Lipp
@zachlipp·15:55 30/01/2025
I have minted my 8th photo, Lost in the Details, part of my Shape & Color series. I am choosing to mint what I consider my best work, regardless of chain or platform. There is so much that is out of an artist's control. We hope for the best when we put our work on-chain. This is one variable that I can control. This photograph is near and dear to my heart. I am excited to share it with all of you. Thank you so much to all of you who have chosen to join me on this journey and collect my work. I am truly grateful.
https://rodeo.club/post/0x386Bbdef8D6340dD6C4B1D6bCf71cA0f0Abf68D2/8
https://rodeo.club/post/0x386Bbdef8D6340dD6C4B1D6bCf71cA0f0Abf68D2/8
My Top 9
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@sunnysangwan, @artzydreams, @hakanb, @elnaz555, @karenjerzyk, @a1111ac011d0, @adacrow, @kennysalazar, and others
on @rodeodotclub
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@sunnysangwan, @artzydreams, @hakanb, @elnaz555, @karenjerzyk, @a1111ac011d0, @adacrow, @kennysalazar, and others
Last 20 days...
My photo project about Brick Klins, including 10 photos, will be exhibited, and some other photos will be exhibited as single images, too.
In the end, I will receive my award as Best Asian Women Photographer along with photographers from other continents as part of the Global Focus Project
My photo project about Brick Klins, including 10 photos, will be exhibited, and some other photos will be exhibited as single images, too.
In the end, I will receive my award as Best Asian Women Photographer along with photographers from other continents as part of the Global Focus Project
Without tipping, no one would stay here—that’s certain. But at the same time, it seems nearly impossible for newcomers to survive in the system because, unfortunately, most people can only receive as much as they give. This dynamic helps big accounts grow while preventing smaller ones from expanding.
From my very first day here, I’ve pointed out that a system where the big ones don’t support the small is doomed to collapse.
I honestly don’t know what the solution is @jacek but I am sure you should consider everything so well before doing something.
From my very first day here, I’ve pointed out that a system where the big ones don’t support the small is doomed to collapse.
I honestly don’t know what the solution is @jacek but I am sure you should consider everything so well before doing something.
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Jacek.degen.eth 🎩
@jacek·12:59 29/01/2025
2️⃣ Is Tipping Still Effective?
Tipping was one of the best marketing strategies early on. It got DEGEN into the hands of new users, helped spread the brand, and encouraged people to recruit others.
But the momentum seems to be slowing:
• In Season 11, only 565 new wallets (that never received an airdrop before) got DEGEN.
• Yet, we spent $1M worth of DEGEN in that round.
• That means it cost $1.7K per new wallet to onboard someone via tipping.
That’s way too high for an acquisition cost, especially when there’s no guarantee that new wallets will stick around and engage long-term.
If we’re mostly redistributing DEGEN to the same users, does tipping still make sense as a growth strategy? Or should we rethink how we use the treasury?
Tipping was one of the best marketing strategies early on. It got DEGEN into the hands of new users, helped spread the brand, and encouraged people to recruit others.
But the momentum seems to be slowing:
• In Season 11, only 565 new wallets (that never received an airdrop before) got DEGEN.
• Yet, we spent $1M worth of DEGEN in that round.
• That means it cost $1.7K per new wallet to onboard someone via tipping.
That’s way too high for an acquisition cost, especially when there’s no guarantee that new wallets will stick around and engage long-term.
If we’re mostly redistributing DEGEN to the same users, does tipping still make sense as a growth strategy? Or should we rethink how we use the treasury?
I see a lot of nude photography on @rodeodotclub , where the female body is displayed like a mere object, often for the sake of gaining attention. Let me give you a tip: if a nude photograph features a body that defies today’s imposed beauty standards yet still holds artistic and photographic value, then it is a good nude photograph. Otherwise, it is nothing more than the objectification of the female body for profit. And it is certainly not art.
@angelikakollin is a great example who use women nudity in an artistic way.
@angelikakollin is a great example who use women nudity in an artistic way.
The image captures a split-second scene from my visit to the village of Hörmetçi in Kayseri, Turkey, where I attempted to photograph the wild Yılkı horses. On that day, the farm owner, Uncle Ali, did not bring the horses to the usual open field for photographers. Although initially disappointed, I stayed alert, observing my surroundings for any unique moments to capture. When a farmhand struggled to catch a chosen horse from the herd amidst thick dust, I seized the chance and clicked the shutter just as the dust cleared for a magical instant.
This experience reminded me that even disappointing moments can hold extraordinary opportunities, if we’re open to embracing them
Awarded in the Px Paris Photo Prize, judged by renowned photographer Steve McCurry, and the IPA International Photography Awards, this photo has been exhibited in various countries and published on official accounts of National Geographic YS and National Geographic Turkey
This experience reminded me that even disappointing moments can hold extraordinary opportunities, if we’re open to embracing them
Awarded in the Px Paris Photo Prize, judged by renowned photographer Steve McCurry, and the IPA International Photography Awards, this photo has been exhibited in various countries and published on official accounts of National Geographic YS and National Geographic Turkey
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@antonis-tsagari, @kristinathiele, @banthafodderdan, @hollowsun, @adacrow, @maheshb, and others
And now time to make my daily outdoor walk
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@antonis-tsagari, @kristinathiele, @banthafodderdan, @hollowsun, @adacrow, @maheshb, and others
And now time to make my daily outdoor walk
The photo of the remnants of old piers providing access to the now unusable salt pools due to drought.
Lake Tuz is shrinking every year due to global warming and improper agricultural policies of goverment.
Lake Tuz is shrinking every year due to global warming and improper agricultural policies of goverment.
What I love about FC is that it’s a sterile world, far away from the terrifying national and global news. Everything feels pleasant here. It’s like my peaceful, love-filled sanctuary.
Last year, I visited the carpet fields in Antalya twice and took many different photos. This was absolutely my favorite one.
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Featuring @quantumspirit, @xopy, @meeshuno, @reneecampbell, @artzydreams, @agnesededonato, @zachlipp, @yedai, and others
I am also so happy to be both the top and first collector of dear Zach
on @rodeodotclub
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I am also so happy to be both the top and first collector of dear Zach
I just got home. I've been feeling so stressed and upset since yesterday, but I just read the heartfelt messages my dear friends sent me while I was shutting myself away in my sadness. I read them with tears in my eyes. No words can express how grateful I am to all of you. You are truly so precious. ❤️
Thanks a million @zachlipp @sunnysangwan @angelikakollin @reneecampbell @cartoonistsatish @manuwilliams @ozlem @ricardotakamura
Thanks a million @zachlipp @sunnysangwan @angelikakollin @reneecampbell @cartoonistsatish @manuwilliams @ozlem @ricardotakamura
See you in another life...
Iraq has just legalized child marriage at 9.
Iraq’s legalization of child marriage for girls as young as 9 is a blatant violation of human rights and a dangerous step toward normalizing pedophilia. No 9-year-old is capable of giving informed consent to marriage; this law strips children of their innocence, safety, and future.
Child marriage exposes girls to abuse, denies them education, and endangers their health through early pregnancies. It directly violates international human rights laws, including the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
No culture, tradition, or religion can justify the exploitation of children. This cannot be tolerated.
Iraq’s legalization of child marriage for girls as young as 9 is a blatant violation of human rights and a dangerous step toward normalizing pedophilia. No 9-year-old is capable of giving informed consent to marriage; this law strips children of their innocence, safety, and future.
Child marriage exposes girls to abuse, denies them education, and endangers their health through early pregnancies. It directly violates international human rights laws, including the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
No culture, tradition, or religion can justify the exploitation of children. This cannot be tolerated.
My Top 9 on @rodeodotclub
Featuring @aghasiani, @victoresteves.eth, @hind, @eriks, @zachlipp, @compez.eth, and others
Featuring @aghasiani, @victoresteves.eth, @hind, @eriks, @zachlipp, @compez.eth, and others
If you have questions on your mind. Please do read this fam. Pichi explains everything clearly about Spam Labels
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Pichi
@pichi·22:47 26/01/2025
My post this weekend about Spam Labels kicked of some good discussion and a lot of questions. I expanded that cast into a long form article: The Unwritten Rules of Warpcast: Avoiding Spam Labels
Feedback is sincerely appreciated!
Feedback is sincerely appreciated!
Zach has a new mint on @rodeodotclub fam
Don't miss it.
Featuring @zachlipp, @compez.eth, @nakulsharma07, @reneecampbell, @karenjerzyk, @solus, @a1111ac011d0, and others
Don't miss it.
Featuring @zachlipp, @compez.eth, @nakulsharma07, @reneecampbell, @karenjerzyk, @solus, @a1111ac011d0, and others
“you don't get lonely;
just,
You are moving towards a higher level in terms of your qualities, and the mediocre crowd cannot get to that point with you.
You are on the right track.”
just,
You are moving towards a higher level in terms of your qualities, and the mediocre crowd cannot get to that point with you.
You are on the right track.”
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Featuring @nakulsharma07, @reneecampbell, @karenjerzyk, @solus, @a1111ac011d0, @kapstone, @artzydreams, and others
on @rodeodotclub
Featuring @nakulsharma07, @reneecampbell, @karenjerzyk, @solus, @a1111ac011d0, @kapstone, @artzydreams, and others
Gm gm fam.
Still trying to figure out the new rules of FC.
Wishing you a great Sunday
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Still trying to figure out the new rules of FC.
Wishing you a great Sunday
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✅ House cleaning done.
✅ Laundry done.
✅ Voting for 150 finalist photos done.
✅ Saturday shopping on @rodeodotclub done
Featuring @drivenbyboredom, @hakanb, @adacrow, @thesolorover, @hollowsun, @reneecampbell, @maheshb, @jonathancolton, and others
✅ Laundry done.
✅ Voting for 150 finalist photos done.
✅ Saturday shopping on @rodeodotclub done
Featuring @drivenbyboredom, @hakanb, @adacrow, @thesolorover, @hollowsun, @reneecampbell, @maheshb, @jonathancolton, and others
Have you ever wondered if the police might come and detain you in the middle of the night, followed by an arrest, just because of a government critique you posted on social media, even if it stays within legal boundaries? Geography is a terrifying fate
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@kristinathiele, @petersedlacik, @sunnysangwan, @larsnagler, @beholdingeye, and others
on @rodeodotclub
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@kristinathiele, @petersedlacik, @sunnysangwan, @larsnagler, @beholdingeye, and others
I would like to thank the students of the Faculty of Architecture at Özyeğin University. They designed unique homes for artists after getting to know them.
And today artists and the students meet.
It was amazing 🤩
And today artists and the students meet.
It was amazing 🤩
I haven’t been very active for the past two or three days due to illness, the intense national agenda, and real-life matters. After the university Zoom talk that will start in half an hour, I’ll be back here actively again. I’ve missed everyone!
ITAP of foundry workers
ITAP of foundry workers
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@larsnagler, @sunnysangwan, @beholdingeye, @bleaker, @hakanb, and others
These two are very precious to me
Yes One of them sometimes drives me crazy with anger, and I keep grumbling all the time, but both of them hold a very special place in my heart.
Yes One of them sometimes drives me crazy with anger, and I keep grumbling all the time, but both of them hold a very special place in my heart.
So happy to be the first minter 🫶🏼🔥🫶🏼
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Zach Lipp
@zachlipp·21:52 22/01/2025
Convergence
just minted on @rodeodotclub, my 6th photograph ever minted, from the Shape and Color series
https://rodeo.club/post/0x386Bbdef8D6340dD6C4B1D6bCf71cA0f0Abf68D2/6
just minted on @rodeodotclub, my 6th photograph ever minted, from the Shape and Color series
https://rodeo.club/post/0x386Bbdef8D6340dD6C4B1D6bCf71cA0f0Abf68D2/6
