this post<\/a>.<\/p>\nYes, being\u00a0your own bank<\/em>\u00a0is not easy.<\/p>\nBut it\u2019s a consequence of the\u00a0decentralization<\/strong>\u00a0and it should be praised rather than criticized.<\/p>\nThis\u00a0is what actual ownership looks like!<\/strong><\/p>\nNo intermediaries, regulators, or banks standing in the way between you and your wealth.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s beautiful\u2026<\/p>\n
<\/span>Need More Info?<\/span><\/h2>\nThis post was more theoretical and aimed towards people who are still uncertain whether they should get a hardware wallet or not.<\/p>\n
I\u2019m sure that dilemma is now resolved.<\/p>\n
If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out and I’ll clarify everything.<\/p>\n
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