Guides and tools to help protect your identity, data, and transactions in the crypto ecosystem.
Imagine logging into your crypto account feeling confident—until you learn you’ve lost tens of millions in seconds. That’s exactly what happened to users of Phemex on January 23, 2025, when threat actors took advantage of a hot wallet vulnerability and stole more than $85 million. The exchange detected the hack at 11:30 UTC and responded immediately by suspending…
Let’s imagine: you stroll up to a Bitcoin ATM, ready to make a quick and easy transaction. It feels secure, straightforward—just scan your ID, follow a few prompts, and the crypto hits your wallet in minutes. But fast-forward a few weeks, and a notification lands in your mailbox: your personal details—everything from your full name…
Imagine you’re at a coffee shop, ready to buy your morning cup. You pull out some cash, hand it over, and walk away with your coffee—no one knows your name or where you got that money. Now picture using a credit card instead. The barista doesn’t know you, but there’s a record tying that purchase…
How I Got Hooked on Staying Private Picture this: I’m sitting at home, excited to buy my first bit of crypto, but I keep thinking, “What if someone’s watching?” I didn’t know much back then, but I learned fast that tools like Tor and VPNs can keep your online moves under wraps. And trust me,…
Why Use a Hardware Wallet? You might be thinking, “Isn’t it fine to just keep my crypto on an app or exchange?” Technically, yes—you can. But that’s kind of like leaving your house unlocked and hoping no one notices. Online wallets are always connected, which means hackers always have a way in. A hardware wallet?…
Bitcoin: Digital Cash, No Strings Attached So, picture this: Bitcoin is like money, but it lives online. No coins, no paper—just digits on your screen. It’s kinda like the cash in your wallet, except it’s digital and you don’t need a bank to hold it. Nobodyšanas Nobody’s in charge—no government, no big boss telling you…
You’ve probably heard the buzz around Bitcoin, right? It’s the digital cash everyone’s talking about. But here’s the catch—Bitcoin isn’t exactly private. In fact, every transaction is like a public post on a blockchain bulletin board. That’s where untraceable coins come in. Enter Zcash, Monero, and Dash—the undercover agents of the crypto world. These coins…
Hey There, Let’s Talk About Hot and Cold Wallets I’ve gotta tell you something that hit me hard the other day. I was thinking about all the hard work I’ve put into saving up some Bitcoin, only to wonder if it could just vanish. Poof, gone, if I’m not careful. That kind of worry sticks…
When I first dipped my toes into the world of crypto, I was overwhelmed—confused by all the jargon, unsure what was legit, and constantly asking myself, “Is this even safe?” Sound familiar? That’s exactly why I created this guide: to help you start your crypto journey with clarity and confidence—without repeating the mistakes I made….
You know that awkward moment when someone’s peeking at your phone screen while you’re texting? That instinct to pull it away and say, “Hey, that’s private”? That’s exactly how I felt when I realized Bitcoin isn’t nearly as anonymous as I once assumed. Here’s something that might catch you off guard: every Bitcoin transaction you…