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Self-Custody vs Exchange Custody: The Real Trade-offs of Holding Bitcoin
Bitcoin Self-Custody vs Exchange Custody: The Real Trade-offs of Holding Bitcoin Keeping bitcoin on an exchange is convenient. Keeping it in a wallet you control is more work. The difference between the two arrangements goes well beyond user experience, and understanding it is one of the most practically important things a… James Okafor · James Okafor