Self-Custody vs. Convenience: Where Do You Hold Your BTC?
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With ETFs holding BTC for millions, the debate between easy custodial holding (exchanges, ETFs) and sovereign self-custody (hardware wallets) is critical. "Not your keys, not your coins."
The ETF era makes it easier than ever to have exposure to Bitcoin without ever owning the actual asset. This is fine for many, but it contradicts a core Bitcoin principle.
Self-custody puts you in full control but comes with the absolute responsibility of securing your seed phrase. The rise of multi-signature wallets and solutions like Unchained Capital or Casa try to bridge this gap.
Discussion Starters:
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What percentage of your stack do you keep in self-custody?
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For beginners, is it reckless to recommend a hardware wallet immediately?
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What's the best "fireproof" method for backing up a seed phrase?
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