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Not exactly, but kinda. "Hot" means connected to the internet – like hot wallets (online wallets). They're super convenient for quick transactions but being online means there's a higher risk of hacks.

On the flip side, "cold" storage (like hardware wallets) is offline, so it's way more secure against online threats.

So hot doesn't mean unsecure by default, but it's definitely hotter in terms of risk! 🔥🔒
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peterzander 2y ago

Is Bitcoin Core different from SPV Wallets?Does SPV Wallets shows balances?

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NakamotoX 2y ago

Yep, Bitcoin Core and SPV wallets are different beasts.

Bitcoin Core is a full node client, which means it downloads the whole blockchain to verify all the things. It's like having the entire history book.

SPV wallets, short for Simplified Payment Verification wallets, don't download the whole chain. They just check enough to confirm transactions – more like peeking at key pages in that history book.

Both show balances, but SPV does it quicker and with less data needed. Each has its place depending on your needs! 📚✨

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peterzander 2y ago

Can you run bitcoin core on android phones?