Evolution of the Keystone Hardware Wallet (feat. Lixin, founder)

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A conversation with Lixin, the founder of Keystone Wallet, an open source hardware wallet that is fully airgapped and has a touchscreen.

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Summary

The conversation covers the introduction and background of the Lixin, an overview of Keystone wallet, the design philosophy and user experience features of Keystone, the versions and evolution of Keystone.

Lixin discusses his transition into crypto and the development of Keystone, from the early versions of Keystone to their target audience. He even details the integration of Keystone with MetaMask and other wallet providers. The gents discuss how the 3 secure elements and security measures in Keystone, including the device verification and logistics security measures taken by Keystone.

In this conversation, Lixin from Keystone discusses the importance of security in the crypto space and provides recommendations for new users. They emphasize the need for self-custody and the use of hardware wallets to protect assets. Lixin also highlights the significance of security education and the importance of verifying transactions. They mention resources such as security researchers on Twitter and Telegram groups for learning about security. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the evolution of security in different blockchains and the future features and collaborations of Keystone.

Takeaways

• Self-custody and hardware wallets are essential for protecting crypto assets.
• Security education is crucial for new users to protect themselves from scams and phishing attacks.
• Verifying transactions and learning about the inner workings of different blockchains is important for security.
• Collaborations with other wallets and NFT communities can enhance the user experience and customization options.

Find Lixin and Keystone online

• Follow Lixin on twitter - @BitcoinLixin
• Follow Keystone on twitter - @KeystoneWallet
• Checkout the website - keyst.one

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