# Self-Custody Related Articles

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KalqiX Just Made Self-Custody a Mass Market Feature for Mainstream & Traditional Traders

For years, self-custody in Web3 has been hampered by trade-offs, forcing users to choose between security/convenience and performance. KalqiX aims to change this with its new Central Limit Orderbook (CLOB) DEX. It combines CEX-level speed and execution quality with true self-custody. The key innovation is processing and matching orders off-chain for performance, while using on-chain zero-knowledge proofs for secure, trustless settlement. This eliminates the need for users to surrender asset control, protecting them from custodial risks like those seen in the FTX collapse. KalqiX's launch represents a potential breakthrough, offering a long-missing solution that could make self-custody a viable, mainstream standard for all traders.

TheNewsCrypto3h ago

KalqiX Just Made Self-Custody a Mass Market Feature for Mainstream & Traditional Traders

TheNewsCrypto3h ago

Lock.com Enters Early Access With Isolated Signing and Post-Quantum Architecture

Quantography Labs has launched the early-access phase for Lock.com, a hardware-free cryptocurrency wallet designed with an isolated, air-gapped security architecture. The platform eliminates the need for dedicated hardware wallets by separating the private key storage and signing process from internet-connected devices. Private keys remain entirely offline on a user-owned signer, while transaction creation and broadcasting occur on a connected device. This approach aims to remove dependency on third-party hardware manufacturers and their supply chains. Additionally, Lock.com integrates post-quantum cryptographic standards, including ML-DSA and ML-KEM. The early access release seeks user feedback ahead of a full public launch.

TheNewsCrypto2 days ago 11:52

Lock.com Enters Early Access With Isolated Signing and Post-Quantum Architecture

TheNewsCrypto2 days ago 11:52

Cardano Founder Calls For Simpler, Safer Crypto Across All Chains

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson argued at Consensus 2026 that the crypto industry must overcome its complex and intimidating user experience to achieve mainstream adoption. He highlighted the burdens of managing seed phrases, navigating exchanges, and understanding DeFi risks as major barriers. Hoskinson's solution involves simplifying self-custody, identity, privacy, and multi-chain access without reverting to centralized control. He praised efforts like Ethereum's account abstraction but warned that abstraction must be paired with privacy to avoid recreating Web2's surveillance model. Hoskinson introduced Midnight Passport as a framework designed to offer secure, mobile-native management across multiple blockchains. He also discussed the future role of AI agents in handling transactions, emphasizing that privacy will be critical as these agents require deep personal context to operate effectively.

bitcoinist05/08 04:31

Cardano Founder Calls For Simpler, Safer Crypto Across All Chains

bitcoinist05/08 04:31

Ramp Network Launches Multichain Wallet to Eliminate Third-Party Dependencies

Ramp Network has launched its own multichain, self-custodial wallet designed to eliminate the need for third-party providers in core crypto actions like buying, swapping, and cashing out. This fragmentation has been a long-standing limitation of self-custody, forcing users to repeatedly verify identities and use multiple interfaces. The new wallet integrates Ramp's existing on-ramp, off-ramp, and cross-chain infrastructure into a single application, allowing users to manage assets across multiple chains—including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Arbitrum, and Solana—with one account and a single identity verification. All assets remain in user control through a passkey-secured, self-custodial setup. Initially available globally except in the EU, the wallet marks the first step in Ramp's broader multichain strategy to simplify self-custody while preserving user ownership.

TheNewsCrypto04/17 14:06

Ramp Network Launches Multichain Wallet to Eliminate Third-Party Dependencies

TheNewsCrypto04/17 14:06

What The SEC’s Latest Crypto Self-Custody Update Means For DeFi, Wallets, And Bitcoin

The US SEC's Division of Trading and Markets has issued new guidance clarifying that certain trading interfaces—including DeFi front-ends, wallets, and mobile apps—may avoid broker-dealer registration if they meet strict conditions. Key requirements include user control of private keys, purely facilitative functions without discretionary routing or investment advice, and transparent, fixed fees. The guidance applies only to "crypto asset securities," excluding Bitcoin, which the SEC considers a commodity. This marks a tonal shift from the Gensler era, emphasizing that self-custodial, non-intermediated activity lies outside broker-dealer regulation. SEC Chair Paul Atkins has hinted at a potential "innovation exemption" for decentralized trading infrastructures.

bitcoinist04/14 08:22

What The SEC’s Latest Crypto Self-Custody Update Means For DeFi, Wallets, And Bitcoin

bitcoinist04/14 08:22

Hyperbeat: Launching a 'Bank' on Hyperliquid

Hyperbeat, a protocol built on Hyperliquid, has launched "Liquid Banking," a self-custodial banking solution deployed on HyperEVM. It integrates stablecoin deposits, VISA card spending, perpetual trading, and multi-currency fiat on/off ramps into a single on-chain smart wallet. The core feature is "Credit Mode," powered by Morpho's lending engine. Users deposit assets like BTC or ETH as collateral. When spending with the VISA card, the system instantly borrows stablecoins via Morpho to complete payments, while the collateral remains on-chain earning yield. There is no grace period—interest accrues immediately upon spending. Hyperbeat uses its native stablecoin, beatUSD, issued in partnership with Paxos. Deposit yields come from real borrowing interest generated by consumer spending. Fiat services are provided by Noah, supporting multiple currencies, and the VISA card is issued by Third National via infrastructure from Rain. As a self-custodial system, user assets stay in their smart wallet. To prevent fraud, withdrawals require a cooling period and operator approval for collateral removal. The system emphasizes transparency and on-chain security but places responsibility on users to manage their account health, with no customer support to reverse errors.

marsbit04/09 10:12

Hyperbeat: Launching a 'Bank' on Hyperliquid

marsbit04/09 10:12

Wirex and Utorg Bring Seamless Crypto-to-Card Spending to 2M+ Users Worldwide

Wirex, a leading crypto card issuer and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) provider, has partnered with global fintech company Utorg to integrate seamless crypto-to-card spending for Utorg's 2 million+ users across 190+ countries. Through Wirex BaaS, Utorg gains access to non-custodial card issuance, EUR/USD IBAN accounts, real-time crypto-to-fiat conversion, and DeFi yield services. This enables Utorg users to spend their digital assets at over 80 million merchants worldwide while maintaining full self-custody of their funds. The partnership accelerates Utorg’s vision of bridging traditional finance with the stablecoin economy, offering a unified experience for buying, holding, and spending crypto in everyday transactions.

TheNewsCrypto04/08 12:17

Wirex and Utorg Bring Seamless Crypto-to-Card Spending to 2M+ Users Worldwide

TheNewsCrypto04/08 12:17

Coinbase disables Ronin trading as Ethereum L2 migration enters execution phase

Coinbase has suspended trading for Ronin (RONIN) as the network enters the execution phase of its migration to an Ethereum Layer-2. Users must transfer their tokens to a compatible self-custodial wallet before the upgrade is finalized; otherwise, assets left on the platform will become inaccessible. The exchange will not support the migration on behalf of customers. The move is part of Ronin’s previously announced plan to transition from a gaming-focused sidechain to a full L2, aiming to improve scalability, security, and expand into DeFi and consumer apps. Despite the trading halt, RONIN’s price remained relatively unchanged, trading around $0.0839 with a market cap of ~$64.5M, indicating the market had likely priced in the migration.

ambcrypto03/30 20:05

Coinbase disables Ronin trading as Ethereum L2 migration enters execution phase

ambcrypto03/30 20:05

‘Technologically impossible’: Could Kentucky bill threaten crypto self-custody?

Kentucky's proposed HB 380 amendment aims to regulate cryptocurrency kiosks but includes a controversial provision requiring hardware wallet providers to reset users' seed phrases upon request. The Bitcoin Policy Institute warns this measure would effectively outlaw self-custody, calling it "technologically impossible" and a violation of Bitcoin’s core security principles. They argue it would push users toward centralized custodians, increasing vulnerability to hacks. The amendment, added last minute, has drawn criticism for potentially infringing on residents' rights to secure their digital assets. Meanwhile, only seven U.S. states have established strategic Bitcoin reserves, with the federal government holding the largest share globally.

ambcrypto03/20 12:47

‘Technologically impossible’: Could Kentucky bill threaten crypto self-custody?

ambcrypto03/20 12:47

The Bitcoin Inheritance Challenge: How to Help Your Family Recover Your Assets?

Self-custody of Bitcoin fundamentally changes estate planning. A robust inheritance plan must protect assets during the owner’s lifetime while ensuring designated individuals can recover them after death. Bitcoin’s key advantage—bypassing banks and custodians—also complicates inheritance, as the network only recognizes cryptographic keys, not legal documents. Key challenges include balancing security and accessibility, managing technical complexity for non-expert heirs, preserving privacy, and ensuring long-term viability. Common solutions include: 1. Custodial Inheritance: Relies on exchanges or institutions, sacrificing self-custody benefits for familiar legal processes. 2. DIY Inheritance: Ranges from simple seed-phrase handovers to complex multisig setups. High autonomy but requires technical competence from heirs. 3. Assisted Custody: Uses a service provider for multisig setup and recovery guidance, improving usability but depending on the provider’s longevity. 4. On-Chain Collaborative Inheritance: Combines assisted recovery with on-chain fallbacks (e.g., timelocks), ensuring access even if the provider fails. The strongest plans integrate a smooth, guided recovery path with a durable on-chain backup. Regular testing and updates are crucial. Inheritance isn’t just a technical issue—it must align with legal frameworks and family circumstances. Ultimately, a well-designed Bitcoin inheritance plan ensures assets remain secure, private, and recoverable for generations.

比推03/18 12:38

The Bitcoin Inheritance Challenge: How to Help Your Family Recover Your Assets?

比推03/18 12:38

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