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#Self-custody

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Coins•Oct 30, 2026

Binance’s $6.36B Breach Shows Why Crypto Needs DeFi, Says Curve Founder Michael Egorov

Key Highlights: Binance’s preliminary investigation indicated no private key leaks following a major breach, with blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs pointing to a compromise of the exchange’s hot wallet signing infrastructure. Binance committed to fully reimbursing affected customers, revealing that roughly $3 billion in assets have been frozen alongside industry partners. Curve founder Michael Egorov ...

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Coins•Oct 24, 2026

Keystone Hardware Wallet Website Breach Exposes Customer Data

Key Highlights Hardware wallet manufacturer Keystone has patched a system vulnerability, blocked unauthorized access, and begun notifying affected customers directly via email. The firm issued an alert warning users against phishing schemes, highlighting that fraudsters may impersonate Keystone representatives offering refunds, replacement hardware, or shipment support. The incident adds to a growing wave of supply ...

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Coins•Oct 23, 2026

Kraken Drops Monero Withdrawal Questionnaires While Keeping XMR Listed

Key Highlights: Kraken has revoked recent customer inquiries regarding what clients planned to do with their funds post-withdrawal, confirming no action is required from those contacted. Leadership reaffirmed support for Monero, confirming the privacy token will stay listed and accessible for trading and self-custody withdrawals where permitted. The exchange maintains that traditional source-of-funds verification remains ...

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Coins•Oct 16, 2026

Ledger Faces Scrutiny as Mt. Gox CEO Warns of Hardware Wallet Risks

Key Highlights: Hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger is facing mounting scrutiny from cryptocurrency traders and industry experts over transparency surrounding security issues. Concerns are escalating alongside an increase in sophisticated attack vectors and reports of hardware tampering targeting digital asset storage devices. Market participants are closely tracking Ledger’s forthcoming responses, as potential official statements or security ...

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Coins•Oct 5, 2026

US Regulators Push National Crypto Rules as America Chases Global Lead

Key Highlights: Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul S. Atkins signaled upcoming regulatory proposals aimed at preventing onchain markets from being driven offshore. The SEC’s planned custody overhaul would permit self-custody under specific conditions, recognize state trust companies as custodians, and address broker-dealer safekeeping services. Complementary customer-protection proposals outline proof-of-reserves verifications, asset segregation, and a ...

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Coins•Sep 26, 2026

Hester Peirce Departs SEC: What Her Exit Means for Crypto Custody in Germany

Key Highlights SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, known as “Crypto Mom,” departs October 2, 2026, leaving a two-member commission (Chair Paul Atkins and Mark Uyeda) with no nominee yet named for the vacant seat. For investors in Germany, European law—specifically MiCA and the AMLR—governs crypto access, custody, and taxation; SEC staffing changes do not alter rights ...

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Coins•Sep 21, 2026

Analysts Say Binance ETH Withdrawals Hit Highest Level Since 2023, Flag Bullish Signal

Key Highlights Binance Ethereum withdrawals hit a three-year high, with monthly averages exceeding 90,000 transactions—roughly double the rate seen at the start of 2024. CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost links the surge to investors moving ETH into self-custody wallets, signaling a shift toward longer-term holding strategies rather than active exchange trading. While exchange outflows suggest growing preference ...

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Coins•Sep 21, 2026

Binance ETH Withdrawals Hit Highest Level Since 2023, Analysts Report

Key Highlights Binance’s average monthly Ethereum withdrawal count has exceeded 90,000, reaching a three-year high and roughly doubling the pace seen at the start of the year. CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost links the surge to investors moving $ETH to personal wallets, signaling a shift toward self-custody and potential long-term holding. While exchange outflows suggest accumulation, Darkfost ...

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