In this poll by a Norwegian podcaster, only 13,5% respond that they store their #Bitcoin in multisig.
- 44,9% store their generational wealth with singlesig
- 35,3% store their hard money at an exchange
- 13,5% store their Bitcoin in multisig
- 6,4% store their BTC in a hotwallet
Why choose multisig and eliminate single points of failure?
By requiring multiple private keys to authorize transactions, multisig eliminates single points of failure, enhances security and flexibility, making it ideal for both individuals and organizations.
To the 35,3% storing your Bitcoin at an exchange. Avoid custodial solutions. Self-custody is critical. If you don't control your private keys, you don't truly own your Bitcoin. “Not your keys, not your Bitcoin.”
Honeypots like exchanges will continue to get hacked. With higher Bitcoin prices, exchanges will be even larger goals for hacks and thefts.
Singlesig wallets, where one key controls everything, are simple but risky. They involve a single point of failure. Lose the key, and you could lose your Bitcoin forever. Multisig, however, removes this single point of failure by requiring multiple keys for transactions.
In a multisig setup, multiple private keys are required to authorize a transaction. This is represented as “m-of-n,” where ‘m’ keys out of ‘n’ total keys are needed. Common setups like 2-of-3 or 3-of-5 strike a balance between security and ease of use.
Multisig offers enhanced security. If one key is lost or compromised, your Bitcoin is still safe with the remaining keys. It’s a safeguard against loss, providing peace of mind that singlesig cannot match. A lost mulitisig key can also be replaced.
Beyond individual security, multisig is perfect for organizations and businesses. It enables collective control over funds, preventing any one person from unilaterally spending Bitcoin. Businesses, non-profits, and even families can benefit from this collaborative approach.
Multisig also acts as a disaster recovery tool. If one key is lost, the remaining keyholders can still access the funds. This ensures that Bitcoin isn’t lost forever due to a single point of failure, which is a significant risk with singlesig.
Multisig can facilitate trustless escrow transactions. By involving a neutral third party as one of the keyholders, funds are only released when all parties agree. This minimizes the risk of fraud and disputes, making Bitcoin transactions more secure. Example HodlHodl
For estate planning, multisig allows for secure and resilient transfer of digital assets. By distributing keys among trusted family members or advisors, you can ensure your Bitcoin is passed on securely, preventing any single party from gaining full control.
While multisig provides superior security, it comes with trade-offs like increased complexity and higher transaction fees. However, the protection it offers often outweighs these drawbacks, especially for long-term storage of significant amounts of Bitcoin.
Setting up a multisig wallet involves choosing a wallet that supports multisig like SparrowWallet by nostr:npub1hea99yd4xt5tjx8jmjvpfz2g5v7nurdqw7ydwst0ww6vw520prnq6fg9v2 , configuring the m-of-n setup, and distributing keys securely. Testing the setup with small transactions is crucial before using it for significant amounts.
Multisig enables separating your keys geographically. This buys time, increases risk for attackers, and limits their ability to compromise all keys at once. Dedicated hardware wallets representing each key also add an essential security layer.
For those who prefer some expert support, collaborative custody is an option. You maintain control of the majority of keys, while a trusted partner holds one key. Unchained, Casa and Nunchuk have excellent inheritance services built on collaborative custody.
#Bitcoin multisig is a powerful tool for anyone serious about securing their Bitcoin. Individuals, businesses, organizations, can utilize multisig for enhanced security, disaster recovery, and collaborative management of funds, making it a cornerstone of Bitcoin security. 
Great post, interesting stats, and good advice. Issue with multisig is it's complexity. Not only technical, but also security wise. Where to store the devices? Where to store backups? What to back up (include xpub with all backups?), how to handle inheritance, etc
My Amethyst client auto-translates Nostr to the Norwegian word for "the nose" 😅 
I was inspired today due to nostr:npub1sg6plzptd64u62a878hep2kev88swjh3tw00gjsfl8f237lmu63q0uf63m sharing about his brother. It hit hard and made me decide to rattle on with text about my father, which is the loss that still hits me hard. Imagine losing a child or younger sibling; such a thing would be even harder.
For these types of things, one does not forget any time soon. They often live on for decades in memory as though it is still fresh, because they are loved. They continue to inspire.
So true. Thank you for sharing that. As hard as it is, it is sadly part of life. Stay strong.
Swan says "Bitcoin is a religion".
I ask if that is a good idea.
Bitcoiners now seem reluctant to answer.
What are your thoughts?
I'm inclined to see lack of engagement as a confirmation of my suspicion that many Bitcoiners don't like the idea that bitcoin is a religion, or that normies think of bitcoin as a religion.
I see myself as a Bitcoiner newbie. And I'll state my view about this question later, in some more detail.
https://twitter.com/enur72/status/1676246611968630784?t=rEDjuSvNpt-OnTHo9ODz4A&s=19
Not by a long shot is Bitcoin some religion. I don't want it to be , nor do I think it is good for adoption to claim that it is.
Interesting question though. Religion may have some good properties (and bad ones), one of which is finding comfort in hard and desperate times. Does Bitcoin do that? Actually, it seems to in some contexts. Poor monetary policies leading to hyperinflation and unrest? Bitcoin is here to save you...? Centrally controlled china-money cutting you off the grid unless you comply? Bitcoin is here to save you...?
But Bitcoin is not omnipotent, it does not "see" anything, actually it does not care at all about you or anyone else, or what you do. And that is a good thing. Peace.
Hello, World (and Nostriches)!