# Private Keys Related Articles

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Trezor: If You Don't Have the Keys, You Don't Own the Bitcoin

The article argues that owning a promise or right to Bitcoin (e.g., through an exchange, broker, or ETF) is not the same as truly owning the asset, as access can be revoked by third parties due to regulation, bankruptcy, or policy changes. It emphasizes the importance of self-custody, where the user holds their private keys and has full control, eliminating counterparty risk. It highlights the launch of the first Trezor hardware wallet 12 years ago, which solved the problem of secure self-custody by keeping keys offline. While technology has made self-custody user-friendly, the main barrier now is a lack of awareness and trust, with many users discouraged from holding their own keys. Recent trends like ETFs and regulatory actions in Europe illustrate the risks of trusting intermediaries. The conclusion is that self-custody is the secure and simple answer, and the industry's focus should be on making it more accessible and understood, empowering users to take control before they learn its importance through loss.

cryptonews.ru6h ago

Trezor: If You Don't Have the Keys, You Don't Own the Bitcoin

cryptonews.ru6h ago

Satoshi Nakamoto Sued? $83.7 Billion Worth of BTC Up for 'Legal Claim'

An anonymous individual known as Noah Doe, along with two Wyoming LLCs, has filed a lawsuit in the New York Supreme Court. They are attempting to use New York's "lost and found" laws to claim legal ownership of approximately 837 billion USD worth of Bitcoin held in 39,069 dormant addresses. Crucially, this list includes addresses believed to belong to Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto (holding around 837 billion USD), alongside other long-inactive addresses from Mt. Gox and early Bitcoin holders. The plaintiff's legal strategy hinges on classifying these public Bitcoin addresses as "lost property." They submitted a USB drive containing only the public addresses to the New York Police Department, sent OP_RETURN notifications on the Bitcoin blockchain, and issued press releases. Their argument is that after these efforts and a waiting period, they should be granted ownership. A key, and highly controversial, claim is an unnamed "independent expert" valuing each address at under 10 USD, allowing for a faster legal process. Analysts from Galaxy point out major flaws in the case. The plaintiff never physically possessed the Bitcoin or private keys. The "under 10 USD" valuation is considered unrealistic, and allowing anonymous companies to claim such vast assets is highly unusual. Even if the plaintiff wins, they would only receive a court declaration of ownership, not the actual private keys to move the Bitcoin. The real danger lies in this court document acting as a "cloud on title." If any of these Bitcoins are later transferred to a regulated exchange or custodian, the plaintiff could present the judgment to freeze the assets, forcing the true owner into lengthy and de-anonymizing litigation to prove ownership. The outcome is uncertain, but the case highlights potential legal risks for dormant cryptocurrency holdings.

marsbit06/01 08:13

Satoshi Nakamoto Sued? $83.7 Billion Worth of BTC Up for 'Legal Claim'

marsbit06/01 08:13

CertiK Releases Skynet Report: 'Wrench Attacks' Surge 75% in 2025, Physical Violence Becomes Major Threat in Crypto Space

CertiK's Skynet Report reveals a 75% surge in "wrench attacks" in 2025, where physical violence, kidnapping, or intimidation is used to force cryptocurrency holders to surrender private keys or passwords. These attacks, which bypass technical defenses to target individuals directly, resulted in over $40.9 million in confirmed losses—a 44% year-on-year increase. Europe emerged as the highest-risk region, accounting for over 40% of incidents, with France recording the most cases. The report highlights a trend toward increased violence, with physical assaults rising by 250%, and notes that attacks are becoming more organized, often executed by transnational criminal groups using OSINT, signal jammers, and Faraday bags. Targets have broadened from high-value individuals like executives to ordinary holders and their families. CertiK warns that the actual scale of such attacks is likely underestimated due to low reporting rates. Recommendations include using decoy wallets, geographic separation of seed phrases, multisig mechanisms, and comprehensive security training for individuals and organizations. The study underscores that protecting people, not just assets, is critical as wrench attacks become a structured threat in the crypto ecosystem.

marsbit03/31 10:19

CertiK Releases Skynet Report: 'Wrench Attacks' Surge 75% in 2025, Physical Violence Becomes Major Threat in Crypto Space

marsbit03/31 10:19

A New Crypto Predator Emerges: Google Exposes ‘Ghostblade’

A new iOS malware called "Ghostblade," part of the DarkSword tool suite, has been exposed by Google Threat Intelligence. Designed to steal sensitive data from Apple devices, it targets cryptocurrency private keys, messages from iMessage, WhatsApp, and Telegram, as well as SIM details, location data, and media files. Ghostblade operates once, extracts information, and then deletes crash logs to avoid detection, leaving no persistent trace. This makes it particularly effective and hard to identify. The emergence of Ghostblade reflects a broader shift in cyberattacks toward individual crypto users rather than institutions. Although overall crypto hack losses dropped to around $50 million in February—down from $385 million the previous month—this decline is due to attackers shifting from code exploits to social engineering, phishing, and wallet poisoning schemes. The report underscores that high-value individual holders are increasingly targeted through deceptive websites and malware designed to operate quickly and discreetly.

bitcoinist03/21 20:02

A New Crypto Predator Emerges: Google Exposes ‘Ghostblade’

bitcoinist03/21 20:02

South Korea Tightens Crypto Seizure Rules After Major Security Failures

Following major security failures, South Korea National Police Agency has introduced new, stricter rules for handling seized cryptocurrencies. The updated guidelines mandate that law enforcement must maintain full control of private keys and use secure storage methods, addressing vulnerabilities exposed by past incidents. These include a 2021 case where seized Bitcoin was lost due to reliance on a third-party custodian and another where police arrested suspects linked to stolen assets from seized wallets. The new framework establishes clear procedures for seizure, storage, and the management of privacy-focused coins. This is part of a broader government effort, involving financial regulators, to strengthen oversight and prevent future mismanagement of digital assets by public institutions.

TheNewsCrypto03/17 13:57

South Korea Tightens Crypto Seizure Rules After Major Security Failures

TheNewsCrypto03/17 13:57

Crypto hacks surge to $3.4B! OKX CEO flags THIS as a key threat

Crypto hacks surged to $3.4 billion in 2025, with North Korean hackers responsible for over $2 billion of the losses. Recent victims include DeBot, which lost $255,000, and Trust Wallet, which lost $7 million. OKX CEO Star Xu identified DEX bots and custodial wallets as major new risk factors, noting that many require users to store private keys in the cloud. He emphasized that security and usability can coexist through institutional-grade controls and local authentication like passkeys. The report highlights a significant rise in personal wallet compromises and social engineering attacks, urging users to exercise increased vigilance and adopt stronger security practices.

ambcrypto12/28 15:02

Crypto hacks surge to $3.4B! OKX CEO flags THIS as a key threat