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5 Crypto Wallet Secrets Long-Term Holders Use (And You Should Too!)

5 Crypto Wallet Secrets Long-Term Holders Use (And You Should Too!)

Introduce you to my friend, Sarah. Why she was so bullish on crypto, going all-in on altcoins and NFTs. Then, bam! One phishing scam and poof – over $2 million of her investment portfolio disappeared. A gut-wrenching lesson learned the hard way. It's a story I hear all too often,...

Ledger Nano S: Prudent Upgrade or Security Fearmongering?

Ledger Nano S: Prudent Upgrade or Security Fearmongering?

The news is out: Ledger is sunsetting support for the Nano S. If you are like me, one of the millions who helped make them a hit, you’re reading this slightly… apprehensive. Are we really just now encountering these ticking time bombs? Or is that just a devious plan to...

Ledger Nano S Sunset: Crypto's Planned Obsolescence Problem?

Ledger Nano S Sunset: Crypto's Planned Obsolescence Problem?

Just the other day, I was talking to a single mom from my local crypto meetup. She keeps her few hundred bucks’ worth of Bitcoin saved on her Nano S. This is important because it serves as a safety net for her kids. When she learned that Ledger was pulling...

Crypto Wallet Risks Are Real, Here's How to Actually Mitigate Them

Crypto Wallet Risks Are Real, Here's How to Actually Mitigate Them

You've probably heard it a million times: "Not your keys, not your coins." It's crypto gospel, right? The siren song of self-custody tempts us, too, with tales of total control. What if I told you that those shiny hardware wallets we're all told are the ultimate solution aren't quite the...

Bit Digital's ETH Gamble: Smart Pivot or Risky Bet Against Bitcoin?

Bit Digital's ETH Gamble: Smart Pivot or Risky Bet Against Bitcoin?

Bit Digital's recent announcement to ditch Bitcoin mining and go all-in on Ether (ETH) staking has sent ripples through the crypto community. Are they visionary strategists or are they lemmings just following the herd over the cliff? The answer, as with nearly everything pertaining to crypto, is highly nuanced. Let's...

Bit Digital's ETH Pivot 3 Reasons It's Genius

Bit Digital's ETH Pivot 3 Reasons It's Genius

Bit Digital's (BTBT) bold move to ditch Bitcoin mining and dive headfirst into Ethereum staking isn't just a smart business decision – it's a signal of a fundamental shift in the crypto landscape, a shift towards sustainability, community, and a truly decentralized future. And frankly, it's about damn time!Greener Crypto...

Is Ethereum's ETF Party Over Before It Even Really Started?

Is Ethereum's ETF Party Over Before It Even Really Started?

Okay, so the ETH ETFs are here. Confetti cannons went off, champagne (okay it was almost definitely sparkling cider, let’s be honest) went flying. We saw that price bump, right? A nice 17% increase once the Iran/Israel threat dissipated. Feels good, doesn't it? Just like at last, at last, Ethereum...

Ethereum's $2.5K Mirage A Risky Bet or Smart Money Move?

Ethereum's $2.5K Mirage A Risky Bet or Smart Money Move?

Ethereum’s surprising jump to $2.5K seems like seeing a mirage in a crypto wasteland. Before you guzzle down that digital water, let's be real: is it a genuine source of refreshment, or just a shimmering mirage promising more than it can deliver? A rumored U.S. mediated ceasefire between Iran and...

BAY Miner's AI Cloud Mining: Is This Crypto's Next Party?

BAY Miner's AI Cloud Mining: Is This Crypto's Next Party?

We get it, the crypto world can seem a little intimidating—almost like an exclusive members-only club. All those charts, industry speak, and the endless sense of being almost too late to the party. What if I said that there is a brand-new stage that just rolled into town. It’s encouraging...