The demand for #Bitcoin is on the rise, with more being accumulated this year than what miners have produced. The key to maintaining its value lies in self-custody. This is crucial to avoid complications arising from fractional or optional reserve practices in banks or exchanges. While self-custody requires responsibility, it's a small price to pay for peace of mind. I only hold what I can afford to lose in self-custody, as it's the only way I can guarantee my assets are held 1:1. This ensures I can fully enjoy a bull run without worrying about a third party's solvency. With a supply shock on the horizon, there's a risk of exchanges becoming greedy. Therefore, it's our responsibility to hold them accountable by withdrawing our #BTC.