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Web3 adoption’s main issue: Seed phrases won’t work for 95% of mainstream users

[Aug 23 3:04 PM] Crypto wallets with easier sign-in options and recoverable passwords could become the industry standard in the future.

Missing words in a seed phrase: How many are recoverable?

[Jul 17 8:28 AM] Remembering and deliberately missing a few words from a seed phrase backup is not a good idea, as one can hack up to four words.

Dormant Bitcoin wallet moves $536M after over 5-year hiatus

[Jun 11 5:29 PM] The Bitcoin whale didn’t even send test transactions before moving their 8,000 Bitcoin.

10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty with Bitcoin

[Jun 5 2:29 PM] Bitcoin Magazine's "10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty" series in partnership with Ledger is officially concluded. Over the last few months we have gone through many different topics, ranging from specific guides on how to manage and interact with your…

The Infosec Basics: How to Keep Your Bitcoin Seed Phrase Secure

[Mar 29 8:30 AM] When it comes to self custodying your bitcoin, there is one inescapable fact: the buck stops with you. You are responsible for your own funds, you are responsible for keeping them safe, you are responsible for everything. This can be a daunting…

Ledger hardware wallet rolls out cloud-based private key recovery tool

[Oct 24, 2023 8:24 AM] Ledger emphasized that the ID checks required for its private key recovery tool are not like KYC checks as they require “much less” information.

Trezor releases new hardware wallet and metal private key backup

[Oct 12, 2023 1:00 AM] Trezor is celebrating its 10th anniversary by releasing three new self-custody products, with a focus on providing entry-level devices.

The Worst Ways To Lose Your Bitcoin

[Aug 17, 2023 6:00 AM] This is an opinion editorial by Konstantin Rabin, a finance and technology writer.When it comes to doing stupid things, we all have had our own experiences, but few mistakes are as costly as the ones made with Bitcoin. Over the years, I have seen…

Victim of 90 ETH exploit set to claw funds back after hacker was blacklisted

[Aug 11, 2023 11:28 PM] The hacker’s wallet with more than $100K worth of USDT was blacklisted and frozen, while the Victim had been drained for almost $170K worth of NFTs and other assets.

Hidden as colors, crypto seed phrases could hide in plain sight, says dev

[Jul 13, 2023 6:41 PM] Speaking to Cointelegraph, Entero Positivo argued typical seed phrase storage methods are too obvious, so he devised a way to hide a crypto wallet in plain sight.

Report: Zimbabwean Crypto Trader Uses Recovery Phrase to Steal Digital Assets Worth $457K From Client

[Jun 9, 2023 5:30 AM] A Zimbabwean crypto trader has appeared in court to face theft and money laundering charges after prosecutors accused him of stealing digital assets worth more than $457,000 from his client. The crypto trader is accused of siphoning the digital…

Ledger CEO says crypto key recovery service makes self-custody easier

[May 29, 2023 7:01 AM] Ledger’s “Recover” service may be concerning, but some crypto industry participants think the feature may onboard new users while helping crypto natives.

Ledger co-founder clarifies ‘there is no backdoor’ in ‘Recover’ firmware update

[May 20, 2023 12:01 AM] Ledger Recover is an over-the-air firmware update allowing users to back up their seed phrases by third-party entities if they opt-in to the new service.

I run a Ledger competitor — but I support them in blow-up over keys

[May 18, 2023 4:55 PM] Ledger’s latest update — aimed at making private seed phrases on its wallets recoverable — was simply an attempt to innovate and improve user security.

What security? Bitcoin enthusiast cracks known 12-word seed phrase in minutes

[Apr 27, 2023 5:20 AM] If the words of a 12-word seed phrase are known, it’s deceptively easy to enter the wallet and sweep the funds.

'Haunts me to this day' — Crypto project hacked for $4M in a hotel lobby

[Feb 6, 2023 9:04 PM] The co-founder of Webaverse said they somehow got their crypto hacked from their Trust Wallet during a meeting with two people claiming to be investors.

How to keep your crypto safe in 2023: a few tips from an analyst

[Jan 9, 2023 12:30 PM] Lead on-chain analyst at Glassnode, James Check, explains why taking self-custody of your private keys has become more important than ever and how to do it in a few simple steps.

How To Protect Your Bitcoin Seed Phrase With The Kiboruto Stainless-Steel Backup

[Dec 27, 2022 7:00 AM] The Koboruto stainless-steel backup can protect your bitcoin seed phrase, even in the event of fire or flooding.This guide demonstrates how to set up a fresh Samourai Wallet on Android and secure the seed phrase in a robust, stainless-steel backup…

Police body cam leaks suspect's seed phrase during vehicle inspection

[Dec 20, 2022 2:00 AM] A viral video making rounds on Twitter showed two police officers searching a suspect’s car and coming across pieces of paper, one of which contained seed phrases.

Only 1% of people can handle crypto self-custody right now: Binance CEO

[Dec 14, 2022 8:17 PM] Changpeng Zhao’s comments come as billions of dollars of stablecoins continue to flow out of the Binance exchange.

Web3 Must Overcome Significant UX Challenges to Reach Mass Adoption

[Nov 12, 2022 5:30 AM] User experience (UX) design affects nearly every waking moment of our lives. It’s not just digital either. Have you ever thought about the UX of doors? Perhaps a brief refresher of what UX is, will help. A useful definition of UX is as follows: ”A…