The Dos and Don’ts of Bitcoin Self-Custody
Bitcoin is a completely decentralized system, there is no ability to reverse payments, and there is no customer support line where you can call for help if you mess something…
Ledger and Bitcoin Magazine to Partner on “10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty”, Bitcoin Halving Livestream
NASHVILLE, February 29, 2024 – Ledger and Bitcoin Magazine are pleased to announce “10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty”, a new content partnership to help the public understand Bitcoin security tips and…
The New Phoenix Lightning Wallet Beta Reimagines The Self-Custodial Experience
Phoenix, a Lightning wallet developed by Acinq, has undergone significant improvements with the introduction of splicing technology, resulting in a more efficient and user-friendly experience. Unlike previous versions, which created…
Bitcoin Needs To Change For Its Ethos To Scale
This is an opinion editorial by Michael Matulef, an electrician, independent student of Austrian economics and member of the Mises Institute. Bitcoin needs to change! In the realm of Bitcoin…
‘The Future of Digital Payments Lies in Web3 Payment Services’ Says Robert Miller of Fuse
Despite not being mainstream payment solutions yet, cryptocurrency-based payments (also known as Web3 payments) already bring benefits such as lower transaction fees, Robert Miller, the vice president of growth at…
PayPal’s Venmo To Enable Ability To Transfer Bitcoin To External Wallets In May
Users who have purchased bitcoin through the app will now be able to take self-custody of their BTC, as well as send it directly to other Venmo users. Venmo, the…
Jack Dorsey’s Block Releases UI Teaser, Seeks Partners For Highly Anticipated Self-Custody Bitcoin Wallet
A new blog post from Jack Dorsey’s Block detailed the progress being made on the custodial Bitcoin wallet the company is working on. Jack Dorsey’s Block has updated the Bitcoin…
Nine Years Ago Today: Recalling The Bitcoin Exchange Failure That Was Much Bigger Than FTX
While FTX’s collapse last year rattled the Bitcoin ecosystem, nine years ago a bigger failure damaged it even more. What does that teach us? The fall of FTX, a crypto…
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Crypto Regulation Is Like a Flimsy Umbrella in a Monsoon
You know what they say, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” But when it comes to protecting your crypto funds on centralized exchanges (CEXes), the old adage should be…
The Themes That Will Define Bitcoin In 2023
Some trends that emerged in 2022, from regulatory developments to technical and cultural innovations, will grow to define Bitcoin in 2023. This is an opinion editorial by Stephan Livera, host…