Bitcoin’s Proof of Keys is an annual movement encouraging users to withdraw their BTC from exchanges on January 3rd to reaffirm their financial sovereignty. Learn everything about it!

Do you know what Proof of Keys is?

When Bitcoin emerged, it introduced itself as a truly decentralized financial system—resistant to censorship and designed to return control of money to the people.

However, in its early days, accessing Bitcoin was challenging. There were no established exchanges, user-friendly apps, or platforms to simplify the buying process. Everything was experimental, built for tech enthusiasts who believed in Bitcoin’s mission and purpose.

Over time, as the ecosystem grew, new tools and platforms made Bitcoin transactions more accessible.

Exchanges, brokers, and other intermediaries emerged, offering convenience in exchange for trust. But with this ease came a problem: many users began neglecting one of Bitcoin’s core principles—“don’t trust, verify”—and started blindly relying on these platforms to store their coins.

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