Francis Mars

Francis is an engineer passionate about building practical tools with real-world impact. His projects, like Chain Duel, a Lightning-powered videogame, and PubPay, a simple way to split payments or receive donations via Nostr, explore the intersection of technology and decentralized money. He focus on creating projects that are not only useful, but also open-source and accessible to the wider community. Beyond code, Francis contributes directly to Bitcoin adoption and education. You’ll often find him traveling to conferences and communities around the world, bringing a positive energy to Bitcoin, Lightning, and Nostr education. Whether it’s on stage, at the arcade machine, or in casual conversations, Francis helps make complex ideas tangible and exciting.