Hello, fellow Pixels,
It's a brave new world every single day in crypto, isn't it? This edition of The Pixel Wire is your guide to cultivating a robust crypto ecosystem with a layered security strategy.
You can think of this technique almost as having a "vault wallet," the higher tier, if utilized correctly, can be as close to impenetrable and isolated as it gets. Then you have your "marketplace wallets," the lower tier, where digital assets can trade hands quickly and effectively but with more exposure to thieves and con artists.
Top Tier: The Vault
Think of this as the impenetrable core of your holdings. Brands like Ledger and Trezor offer industry-standard sanctuaries for your assets. You should never connect your Hardwear wallet to any outside sites or Dapps. To ensure complete security, use this as a home base, only sending and receiving transactions you have set up. You can always use lower-tier wallets to make different transactions while most of your funds are safe and sound.
Mid Tier: The Interface
Here's where your digital wealth gets down to business. These wallets, while online, are like your trusted steeds – always ready but never reckless. Connect only to reputable platforms and keep the total amount stored, just enough for transaction fees and day-to-day trade. Software wallets can be great allies, provided they're from a trusted source such as Trust Wallet or Metamask. And remember, steer clear of any public Wi-Fi – it's a thorny path best avoided.
Low Tier: The Degen Playground
For the adventurers and the trailblazers, this tier is your experimental ground. It's where you play with fire, engaging in high-stakes, and high-energy trades. Keep what you're willing to risk in these wallets, and be ready for that next 'degen' move. This is the frontier of your crypto holdings, so play it smart and keep it fun.
Please remember never to click on random links or download non-trusted files. Instead, it would be best to utilize VirusTotal, a free online service that scans files and URLs for malware, viruses, and other threats. You can copy and paste the link or type it directly in the search bar to ensure you never even get the cursor close to the uncertain link.
The Last Line of Defense: Seed Phrase Security
In this digital realm, the most precious key is your seed phrase. Sometimes, old-fashioned security—like pen and paper—is your safest bet. Jot down that phrase, lock it away in a fireproof safe, and share access only with those in your closest circle. The last thing you want to do is store your keys digitally. This type of storage can be infiltrated by hackers and those with malicious intent.
Daily Up-Keep
Monitor transactions, manage passwords smartly (no repeats!), and let a password manager be your gatekeeper. Activate two-factor authentication across all platforms and keep your antivirus software on its toes with the latest updates. You can also keep your contract allowances in check by using Unrekt to revoke access to random contracts across wallets with a small gas fee, depending on the chain.
Crypto isn't just about the latest tools; it's about how you use them. Stay informed, question everything, and remember that the strength of your digital assets lies in your commitment to personal security.
Community Updates
After just over a year of community growth, we have entered a new phase of this thriving ecosystem! You will still see the PPN content machine up and running but at a more efficient pace than ever before!
Our number one goal has always been discoverability for up-and-coming artists involved in PPN. Going forward, we are looking to make a few changes in The Nation; you will see a much heavier focus on member exposure from inside and outside collections, private events in the Discord available only to PPN artists, streaming content on multiple platforms, and much more as the weeks pass!
Be sure to watch the "Announcement" channel on the community server to stay up-to-date with all the happenings! You will see a few new curated collections, exploring new territories for the team and our members!
If you want to get more involved, open a ticket in our Discord community. We are always looking to promote from within the community!
PPN Co-Hosted Art Contest
Looking for another fun art contest? Check out this financial literacy-themed contest by our very own KciMagination!
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