Web3 adoptions main issue: Seed phrases wont work for 95% of mainstream users

Crypto wallets with easier sign-in options and recoverable passwords could become the industry standard in the future.

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

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.

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10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty with Bitcoin

A review of the "10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty" Bitcoin education series powered by Ledger.

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Colosseum raises $60M to support Solanas hackathon teams

The capital will fund pre-seed investments for teams accepted into Colosseums Accelerator program.

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List of Free Telegram Games with Potential Airdrop

Mini apps enable Telegram's 900 million monthly users to participate in web3 games and earn tokens without downloading additional apps.

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Starknet Foundation launches $5M grants program

The funding aims to help developers with final-stage blockchain projects come to market and boost overall blockchain innovation.

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Ledger Successfully Defends Discord from Hacker Bot Attempting to Steal Seed Phrases

After a recent security breach, the Discord channel for Ledger remains secure. The breach, which occurred on December 20, allowed an outsider to gain access to a marketing database containing email addresses of around 272,000 Ledger customers. Despite this breach, the Discord channel, which serves as a communication platform for Ledger users, has not been [...]

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Ledger Warns Users of Scam Letters Demanding Seed Phrases

Ledger warns users about a new scam involving fake physical letters requesting seed phrases.

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Beware: Scammers Targeting Seed Phrases with Deceptive Letters

Scammers Target Ledger Users with Phishing Letters In recent times, scammers have been targeting Ledger users with a new phishing scam that involves sending fraudulent letters to steal recovery seed phrases. This clever tactic preys on unsuspecting individuals who may not be aware of the potential risks associated with sharing sensitive information. Ledger, a popular [...]

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Report: Explosive 767% Growth in Pre-Seed Crypto Startup Deals Since 2021

The cryptocurrency industry has witnessed a surge in pre-seed funding deals for Bitcoin-focused startups, according to a recent report. This signals a growing interest from investors in supporting early-stage projects that are dedicated to the development of Bitcoin and its ecosystem. The report highlights that these pre-seed funding deals are crucial for the growth and [...]

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Understanding Your Bitcoin Keys: Bip39 Seed Words

How large numbers and randomness secure your bitcoin, and what your seed phrase has to do with it. The first installment of 10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty powered by Ledger.

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

Security is priority #1 when it comes to keeping your bitcoin safe. A simple guide on how to keep your seed phrase private and secure. The fourth installment of 10 Steps to Self-Sovereignty powered by Ledger.

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Saving Seeds in DNA: Bitcoin as Information

Your Bitcoin private keys are simply bits of random information. Information can be encoded and stored in an incomprehensible number of ways, including DNA.

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

Ledger’s “Recover” service may be concerning, but some crypto industry participants think the feature may onboard new users while helping crypto natives.

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

If the words of a 12-word seed phrase are known, it’s deceptively easy to enter the wallet and sweep the funds.

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5 best Ledger Wallet Alternatives 2023

Have you ever heard the famous quote that says, “Not your keys, not your crypto.” Well, it’s more than just a catchy phrase. Privacy and security are like bread and butter for those involved in the crypto world—they simply can’t afford to make any compromises. It’s a matter of utmost importance, and rightly so. Once […]

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Ledger CEO says ‘sharded’ wallet keys could be shared if subpoenaed

The private seed phrases of Ledger users could be shared with governments if they are ordered to, but this is “not a real concern,” says CEO Paul Gauthier.

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Paytaca Raises ?24.5M Seed Funding to Foster Bitcoin Cash Adoption in the Philippines

Filipino fintech startup Paytaca garners ?24.5M seed funding to bolster Bitcoin Cash adoption and crypto utility in the Philippines.

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Africa and Asia-Focused Fintech Jia Raises $4.3 Million in Seed Funding Round

Jia, a blockchain fintech startup, recently revealed it has raised $4.3 million in a seed funding round which was led by the early-stage consumer crypto fund TCG Crypto. Jia has said it will use the funds raised to bolster its Kenyan and Philippines operations. Later, Jia will also use the capital raised to fund the [...]

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MyAlgo users urged to withdraw, as cause of $9.2M hack remains unknown

The Algorand wallet provider said it still hasn’t determined the cause of exploit that’s drained millions in ALGO, urging users to withdraw funds from wallets created with a seed phrase.

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