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Ledger, a company that makes physical cryptocurrency and non-fungible token wallets similar to USB drives or other storage devices, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this week since its inception. To mark this special occasion, Ledger has launched the Ledger Stax and Ledger Flex, a new category of devices with secure touch screens. Ledger Marks 10 Years Since Launch In an August 13 blog post, Ledger confirmed it’s celebrating ten years since its inception in 2014. To mark this milestone, Ledger has launched Ledger Stax and Flex, making up a new category of crypto and non-fungible token hardware devices fitted with secure touch screens. Ledger has marked our 10-year anniversary with the launch of Ledger Stax and Ledger Flex – making up a new category of devices with secure touchscreens. Hear more from Ledger's CEO @_pgauthier and CXO @iancr Check out the full video on Ledger Flex at: https://t.co/R9J5Rpo49W pic.twitter.com/x2TZRWLTJV — Ledger (@Ledger) August 1...

Explore seven methods for safely storing your private keys to ensure security of digital assets. In the world of digital assets, private keys act as the ultimate gatekeepers, granting access to your valuable cryptocurrencies and sensitive information. Safely storing your private keys is paramount to ensuring the security of your digital assets. This article will explore seven methods for storing private keys safely . Hardware wallets Hardware wallets are physical devices specifically designed to store private keys securely offline. Examples include Ledger Nano S, Ledger Nano X and Trezor. These devices are immune to online attacks and malware, offering a robust layer of security. Paper wallets A paper wallet involves printing one’s private key on a physical piece of paper and keeping it in a safe location. Websites like bitaddress.org can help users generate paper wallets. However, ensure that the paper and ink are of high quality to prevent degradation over time. Encrypted USB dri...

Crypto lawyers suggest including highly detailed instructions in one’s will and appointing a crypto-savvy next-of-kin, among other suggestions. The average crypto investor probably isn’t planning on dying of old age anytime soon, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t have a plan in place to pass on their crypto in the event they meet an unlikely demise, lawyers warn. Speaking to Cointelegraph, Dubai-based crypto lawyer Irina Heaver believes that “billions” worth of Bitcoin (BTC) has been lost due to a lack of proper death-related planning by hodlers. She noted that many families have been unable to access their loved one’s crypto assets due to private keys being taken to the grave, and emphasized the importance of discussing crypto assets with family and including them in their will. Heaver said that the typical crypto investor is a “male millennial” between the ages of 27 to 42, which is the age range where arranging one’s financial affairs in case of death is the “last thing” to com...