2026-01-03 15:50:20

Every January 3rd, the crypto community rallies around a fundamental principle: true ownership means self-custody.

It's not just a slogan—it's the core belief that drives millions of participants to hold their digital assets directly on-chain. When you control your private keys, you're not relying on intermediaries or trusting third parties. The asset genuinely belongs to you.

This is what Proof of Keys Day celebrates. It's a reminder that self-management and direct ownership represent the real promise of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Billions in value flow through on-chain infrastructure built on this principle every single day.

Happiness comes from knowing your crypto is actually yours. 🔑

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CompoundPersonality

· 01-06 15:50

Only by holding your private key can you sleep peacefully; otherwise, you always feel like the coins aren't truly yours.

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DefiPlaybook

· 01-06 15:30

According to on-chain data, the funds in self-custody wallets have increased by 62% over the past 18 months, but the risk warning is: most users' private key management capabilities are concerning.

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