1.5 million Bitcoins lost: Exchanges as vulnerable as self-custody
A River study estimates 1.57 million BTC lost in self-custody since 2009.
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1.57 million
A River study estimates 1.57 million BTC lost in self-custody since 2009
1.51 million
Exchanges have lost 1.51 million BTC through hacks, bankruptcies, or embezzlement
The fact
Exchanges have lost 1.51 million BTC through hacks, bankruptcies, or embezzlement.
Both storage methods pose comparable risks for investors.
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Why it matters
Ces pertes soulignent la nécessité pour les investisseurs de diversifier leurs méthodes de conservation et de renforcer la sécurité, sous peine de voir leur capital s'évaporer.