This is one of the early misconceptions latched onto by mainstream media while Bitcoin was establishing itself as an alternative monetary network. Although it has been thoroughly debunked multiple times (much like the ‘Bitcoin is a waste of energy’ argument) it still pops up every now and then. Indeed, it...
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Note that this question is specifically focused on the random generation of the private keys and not on an individual actively targeting you and trying use knowledge of you or your public keys to steal your funds, we’ll cover that scenario in another Q&A.
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Growing up my brother and I often received books for Christmas from our Grandparents. I know right!? A kid of the 80’s wants the latest Transformers action figure, or maybe chocolate, not books! What is important to note though is that these weren’t just any books, they were books of...
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One of the fundamental principles underpinning the Bitcoin revolution is the change in ownership and custodial responsibility of personal finances. The goal being to move people away from entities that can be considered opaque, overreaching and self-serving, in favor of a model where each individual is empowered to take responsible...
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