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๐ช QuadrigaCX Mystery: $190M Lost with the CEOโs Death
In early 2019, Canadian crypto exchange QuadrigaCX collapsed after its CEO, Gerald Cotten, reportedly died in India โ taking with him the only access to wallets holding over $190 million worth of user funds.
๐งณ Cotten allegedly passed away suddenly due to Crohnโs disease, but no one else knew the private keys to the cold wallets. Investigators later found that many of the wallets were empty long before his death.
๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ This led to widespread theories:
โข Did Cotten fake his death?
โข Was it an exit scam?
โข Or just gross mismanagement?
โ๏ธ A multi-year investigation followed, but no conclusive answers ever emerged. Thousands of users never recovered their funds.
๐ก The QuadrigaCX saga remains one of cryptoโs biggest mysteries โ and a powerful reminder: Not your keys, not your coins.
๐ท๏ธ #QuadrigaCX
#CryptoMystery
#LostBTC
#NotYourKeys
#CryptoHistory
In early 2019, Canadian crypto exchange QuadrigaCX collapsed after its CEO, Gerald Cotten, reportedly died in India โ taking with him the only access to wallets holding over $190 million worth of user funds.
๐งณ Cotten allegedly passed away suddenly due to Crohnโs disease, but no one else knew the private keys to the cold wallets. Investigators later found that many of the wallets were empty long before his death.
๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ This led to widespread theories:
โข Did Cotten fake his death?
โข Was it an exit scam?
โข Or just gross mismanagement?
โ๏ธ A multi-year investigation followed, but no conclusive answers ever emerged. Thousands of users never recovered their funds.
๐ก The QuadrigaCX saga remains one of cryptoโs biggest mysteries โ and a powerful reminder: Not your keys, not your coins.
๐ท๏ธ #QuadrigaCX
#CryptoMystery
#LostBTC
#NotYourKeys
#CryptoHistory
๐ฅ Bitcoin ETFs Are a Trap for Retail Investors โ Hereโs Why
Everyoneโs celebrating the approval of Bitcoin ETFs. But is it really good for crypto?
Hereโs the truth no one is telling you:
๐ป ETFs give institutions control over Bitcoin supply โ not your keys, not your coins.
๐ธ Retail FOMO is driving prices, but smart money is already planning the dump.
๐ We saw this in 2021 with Coinbase IPO hype โ pump then crash.
Yes, ETFs bring exposure and liquidity.
But mass adoption shouldnโt come at the cost of decentralization.
๐ Crypto was built for freedom, not Wall Street.
What do YOU think โ are ETFs bullish or a centralization trap?
โฌ๏ธ Drop your thoughts below & tag a friend who needs to see this.
#FOMCMeeting #BitcoinETF #CryptoOpinion #NotYourKeys #BTC #BinanceFeed
Everyoneโs celebrating the approval of Bitcoin ETFs. But is it really good for crypto?
Hereโs the truth no one is telling you:
๐ป ETFs give institutions control over Bitcoin supply โ not your keys, not your coins.
๐ธ Retail FOMO is driving prices, but smart money is already planning the dump.
๐ We saw this in 2021 with Coinbase IPO hype โ pump then crash.
Yes, ETFs bring exposure and liquidity.
But mass adoption shouldnโt come at the cost of decentralization.
๐ Crypto was built for freedom, not Wall Street.
What do YOU think โ are ETFs bullish or a centralization trap?
โฌ๏ธ Drop your thoughts below & tag a friend who needs to see this.
#FOMCMeeting #BitcoinETF #CryptoOpinion #NotYourKeys #BTC #BinanceFeed
๐ Critical Security Warning for Every Crypto Investor! โ ๏ธ
Security breaches at centralized exchanges continue to cause severe losses to the market โ in 2025 alone, losses exceeded **3.4 billion dollars**, with the largest being Bybit's breach of 1.5 billion!
Real impact on users:
- Direct loss of funds (even if some are compensated).
- Withdrawals suspended for days.
- Temporary price crashes.
- Data leaks and additional phishing attacks.
The only safe solution: Not your keys, not your crypto
Move your assets to a cold wallet (such as Ledger or Trezor hardware wallets), enable 2FA + Whitelisting, and avoid keeping large amounts on exchanges.
Security is your responsibility โ first and last โ don't wait for the next breach!
#CryptoSecurity #NotYourKeys #Bitcoin #BinanceSquare #Web3
Security breaches at centralized exchanges continue to cause severe losses to the market โ in 2025 alone, losses exceeded **3.4 billion dollars**, with the largest being Bybit's breach of 1.5 billion!
Real impact on users:
- Direct loss of funds (even if some are compensated).
- Withdrawals suspended for days.
- Temporary price crashes.
- Data leaks and additional phishing attacks.
The only safe solution: Not your keys, not your crypto
Move your assets to a cold wallet (such as Ledger or Trezor hardware wallets), enable 2FA + Whitelisting, and avoid keeping large amounts on exchanges.
Security is your responsibility โ first and last โ don't wait for the next breach!
#CryptoSecurity #NotYourKeys #Bitcoin #BinanceSquare #Web3
๐ The Golden Rule: Never Share Your Seed Phrase!
If you're new to crypto, you've heard the term "wallet" and "private key." But the most critical piece of info you own is your Seed Phrase (or Recovery Phrase).
What is a Seed Phrase?
Itโs a list of 12-24 words that acts as your master key. It can regenerate ALL your crypto wallets and access your funds on any device, anywhere in the world.
Why It's Sacred:
Total Access: Anyone who has your seed phrase owns your crypto. Period.
Irreversible: If a scammer gets it, the funds are usually gone instantly and permanently.
๐ Security Checklist:
NEVER type it into a computer, website, app, or cloud service (Google Drive, photos, etc.).
NEVER send it in an email, text, or Direct Message (DM).
Best Practice: Write it down on paper and store it in a secure, fireproof location (like a safe or safety deposit box).
Remember: No legitimate exchange, wallet provider, or Binance employee will ever ask you for your seed phrase. If someone asks, it is a scam!
Be your own bank, be your own security guard.
#CryptoSecurity #SeedPhraseSecurity #BeginnerTips #WalletSafety #NotYourKeys
If you're new to crypto, you've heard the term "wallet" and "private key." But the most critical piece of info you own is your Seed Phrase (or Recovery Phrase).
What is a Seed Phrase?
Itโs a list of 12-24 words that acts as your master key. It can regenerate ALL your crypto wallets and access your funds on any device, anywhere in the world.
Why It's Sacred:
Total Access: Anyone who has your seed phrase owns your crypto. Period.
Irreversible: If a scammer gets it, the funds are usually gone instantly and permanently.
๐ Security Checklist:
NEVER type it into a computer, website, app, or cloud service (Google Drive, photos, etc.).
NEVER send it in an email, text, or Direct Message (DM).
Best Practice: Write it down on paper and store it in a secure, fireproof location (like a safe or safety deposit box).
Remember: No legitimate exchange, wallet provider, or Binance employee will ever ask you for your seed phrase. If someone asks, it is a scam!
Be your own bank, be your own security guard.
#CryptoSecurity #SeedPhraseSecurity #BeginnerTips #WalletSafety #NotYourKeys
๐ฅ My 2 cents on Bitcoin ETFsโฆ ๐คฎ
Everyoneโs hyped like the ETF is the second coming of crypto.
But letโs be real:
You think youโre buying $BTC ?
Nah โ youโre buying a promise from BlackRock.
A ticker symbol, not a key.
A paper IOU, not real sovereignty.
$BTC
You gave up self-custody for convenience.
The whole point was to escape Wall Street โ
Not hand them the revolution gift-wrapped. ๐
---
This isnโt adoption.
Itโs a hostile takeover in a suit and tie.
Theyโre selling you the same system we tried to leave behind โ
and youโre clapping for it. ๐
---
๐จ Youโre no longer an owner.
Just a line item in someone elseโs database.
Wake up. Before Satoshi's dream becomes a corporate subscription model.
#ETF #BitcoinETF #CryptoSovereignty #NotYourKeys #BitcoinNarrative #BinanceSquare
Everyoneโs hyped like the ETF is the second coming of crypto.
But letโs be real:
You think youโre buying $BTC ?
Nah โ youโre buying a promise from BlackRock.
A ticker symbol, not a key.
A paper IOU, not real sovereignty.
$BTC
You gave up self-custody for convenience.
The whole point was to escape Wall Street โ
Not hand them the revolution gift-wrapped. ๐
---
This isnโt adoption.
Itโs a hostile takeover in a suit and tie.
Theyโre selling you the same system we tried to leave behind โ
and youโre clapping for it. ๐
---
๐จ Youโre no longer an owner.
Just a line item in someone elseโs database.
Wake up. Before Satoshi's dream becomes a corporate subscription model.
#ETF #BitcoinETF #CryptoSovereignty #NotYourKeys #BitcoinNarrative #BinanceSquare
๐จ $50,000,000 GONE WITH ONE CLICK โ THIS IS NOT A FAKE ๐จ
Scam Sniffer has reported a shocking real-world case:
a victim lost approximately $50 million by copying the wrong wallet address from transaction history.
โ No wallet hack
โ No phishing website
โ No malicious smart contract
โ ๏ธ This was an Address Poisoning attack
Scammers send tiny transactions using look-alike wallet addresses.
When users copy an address from their transaction history, they unknowingly send funds straight to the attacker.
๐ One click. $50M gone.
๐ Key takeaway for everyone in crypto:
โ NEVER copy addresses from transaction history
โ Always verify the first AND last characters
โ Use address books / whitelists whenever possible
๐ง Crypto gives freedom.
But mistakes here are extremely expensive.
#Crypto #Binance #ScamAlert #AddressPoisoning #NotYourKeys $SAGA
Scam Sniffer has reported a shocking real-world case:
a victim lost approximately $50 million by copying the wrong wallet address from transaction history.
โ No wallet hack
โ No phishing website
โ No malicious smart contract
โ ๏ธ This was an Address Poisoning attack
Scammers send tiny transactions using look-alike wallet addresses.
When users copy an address from their transaction history, they unknowingly send funds straight to the attacker.
๐ One click. $50M gone.
๐ Key takeaway for everyone in crypto:
โ NEVER copy addresses from transaction history
โ Always verify the first AND last characters
โ Use address books / whitelists whenever possible
๐ง Crypto gives freedom.
But mistakes here are extremely expensive.
#Crypto #Binance #ScamAlert #AddressPoisoning #NotYourKeys $SAGA
๐ Found a Ledger Nano S in a thrift store in Thailandโฆ
Yes, a real Ledger.
Yes, it was just sitting on the shelf.
And now one question won't leave my mind:
how to return it to its owner? ๐
For someone, it's just a piece of hardware.
But for someone else โ it's their whole life, all their savings, all their faith in crypto.
๐ If you are reading this and lost your Ledger in Thailand โ
please write.
I want to believe that karma in crypto still works.
๐ Reminder to everyone:
โ keep seed phrases separate
โ do not lose cold wallets
โ and never forget: security is a responsibility.
#CryptoKarma #Ledger #NotYourKeys #BinanceSquare #CryptoEthics $BTC $XRP $BNB
Yes, a real Ledger.
Yes, it was just sitting on the shelf.
And now one question won't leave my mind:
how to return it to its owner? ๐
For someone, it's just a piece of hardware.
But for someone else โ it's their whole life, all their savings, all their faith in crypto.
๐ If you are reading this and lost your Ledger in Thailand โ
please write.
I want to believe that karma in crypto still works.
๐ Reminder to everyone:
โ keep seed phrases separate
โ do not lose cold wallets
โ and never forget: security is a responsibility.
#CryptoKarma #Ledger #NotYourKeys #BinanceSquare #CryptoEthics $BTC $XRP $BNB
My 30 Days' PNL
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โ ๏ธ "Remember: Not your keys, not your coins! ๐ Always use a safe wallet."
#CryptoSecurity #DYOR #NotYourKeys #Binance
#CryptoSecurity #DYOR #NotYourKeys #Binance
๐ฃ Top Self-Custody Bitcoin Wallets for 2026
Secure your keys, secure your future. Not your keys, not your Bitcoin. ๐ช๐
๐ In 2026, self-custody isnโt just about holding BTC โ itโs about true ownership, leading security, private key control, and enhanced UX. Hereโs your guide to the best wallets to hold your Bitcoin yourself โ whether youโre a HODLer, trader, or privacy-first user. (Bitcoin Magazine)
๐ฅ ๐ฑ Mobile & Web Wallets (Hot, Self-Custodial)
๐ผ Bull Bitcoin Wallet โ ๐ฒ Best All-Around Bitcoin Wallet
โ๏ธ Open-source, privacy-forward design
โ๏ธ Payjoin privacy support & native Lightning tools
โ๏ธ On-chain + Lightning integration
Perfect for new users who want practical self-custody on the go. (Bitcoin Magazine)
๐ป Bitcoin.com Wallet โ ๐ Top Mobile & Multi-Asset Wallet
โ๏ธ MPC-powered recovery (no seed-phrase fear!)
โ๏ธ Built-in swaps & privacy features
โ๏ธ Trusted by 65M+ wallets ๐
Great blend of simplicity + power for BTC & multi-chain assets. (AiCoin)
๐ Best Wallet (Non-Custodial App)
โ๏ธ No KYC, you keep the keys
โ๏ธ 60+ blockchains supported
โ๏ธ Built-in DEX for swaps
One of 2026โs most true self-custody mobile experiences. (Best Wallet)
๐ฑ Zengo Wallet โ ๐ง MPC & FaceLock Security
โ๏ธ No traditional seed phrase
โ๏ธ 3D FaceLock + risk alerts
โ๏ธ Supports BTC & +1000 assets
Ideal for users who want secure but user-friendly self-custody. (Cryptonews)
๐ง ๐ Hardware Wallets (Cold Storage โ Ultimate Security)
๐ก๏ธ Trezor Safe 7 โ ๐ฆ Best for Long-Term BTC Storage
โ๏ธ Quantum-ready secure element
โ๏ธ Open-source + massive coin support
โ๏ธ Touchscreen & robust build
Perfect if security is your #1 priority. (Bitbo)
๐ง Coldcard Q โ ๐ Bitcoin-First Hardcore Security
โ๏ธ Air-gapped QR/NFC signing
โ๏ธ No Bluetooth (max safety)
โ๏ธ Optimized for advanced users
Excellent for deep self-custody & trust minimized setups. (Bitcoin Magazine)
๐ณ Tangem Wallet โ ๐ชช Contactless NFC Hardware
โ๏ธ Card-style self-custody
โ๏ธ No batteries, private keys offline
โ๏ธ Simple yet secure
Great for people who want cold wallet security without cables. (Wikipedia)
๐ก Tips for 2026 Self-Custody Success
๐ Use hardware wallets for long-term, high-value storage
๐ Combine MPC wallets + biometric security for mobile safety
๐ง Always backup (ideally metal backups for seed phrases)
#Bitcoin #SelfCustody #CryptoWallets #BTC2026 #NotYourKeys #ColdWallet #HardwareWallet #OnChain #BitcoinSecurity #Blockchain #CryptoSecurity
๐ In 2026, self-custody isnโt just about holding BTC โ itโs about true ownership, leading security, private key control, and enhanced UX. Hereโs your guide to the best wallets to hold your Bitcoin yourself โ whether youโre a HODLer, trader, or privacy-first user. (Bitcoin Magazine)
๐ฅ ๐ฑ Mobile & Web Wallets (Hot, Self-Custodial)
๐ผ Bull Bitcoin Wallet โ ๐ฒ Best All-Around Bitcoin Wallet
โ๏ธ Open-source, privacy-forward design
โ๏ธ Payjoin privacy support & native Lightning tools
โ๏ธ On-chain + Lightning integration
Perfect for new users who want practical self-custody on the go. (Bitcoin Magazine)
๐ป Bitcoin.com Wallet โ ๐ Top Mobile & Multi-Asset Wallet
โ๏ธ MPC-powered recovery (no seed-phrase fear!)
โ๏ธ Built-in swaps & privacy features
โ๏ธ Trusted by 65M+ wallets ๐
Great blend of simplicity + power for BTC & multi-chain assets. (AiCoin)
๐ Best Wallet (Non-Custodial App)
โ๏ธ No KYC, you keep the keys
โ๏ธ 60+ blockchains supported
โ๏ธ Built-in DEX for swaps
One of 2026โs most true self-custody mobile experiences. (Best Wallet)
๐ฑ Zengo Wallet โ ๐ง MPC & FaceLock Security
โ๏ธ No traditional seed phrase
โ๏ธ 3D FaceLock + risk alerts
โ๏ธ Supports BTC & +1000 assets
Ideal for users who want secure but user-friendly self-custody. (Cryptonews)
๐ง ๐ Hardware Wallets (Cold Storage โ Ultimate Security)
๐ก๏ธ Trezor Safe 7 โ ๐ฆ Best for Long-Term BTC Storage
โ๏ธ Quantum-ready secure element
โ๏ธ Open-source + massive coin support
โ๏ธ Touchscreen & robust build
Perfect if security is your #1 priority. (Bitbo)
๐ง Coldcard Q โ ๐ Bitcoin-First Hardcore Security
โ๏ธ Air-gapped QR/NFC signing
โ๏ธ No Bluetooth (max safety)
โ๏ธ Optimized for advanced users
Excellent for deep self-custody & trust minimized setups. (Bitcoin Magazine)
๐ณ Tangem Wallet โ ๐ชช Contactless NFC Hardware
โ๏ธ Card-style self-custody
โ๏ธ No batteries, private keys offline
โ๏ธ Simple yet secure
Great for people who want cold wallet security without cables. (Wikipedia)
๐ก Tips for 2026 Self-Custody Success
๐ Use hardware wallets for long-term, high-value storage
๐ Combine MPC wallets + biometric security for mobile safety
๐ง Always backup (ideally metal backups for seed phrases)
#Bitcoin #SelfCustody #CryptoWallets #BTC2026 #NotYourKeys #ColdWallet #HardwareWallet #OnChain #BitcoinSecurity #Blockchain #CryptoSecurity
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