ZachXBT’s Hardware Wallet Criticism Ignites Debate Over Crypto Self-Custody
Jul 17, 2026
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by Wayne Jones
for CryptoPotato

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ZachXBT has ignited debate in crypto security by claiming hardware wallets are 'complete garbage' for high-value users and recommending a spare iPhone as a signing device. His critique highlights custody and private key management risks for DeFi and CEX participants and could influence adoption of alternative signing methods and security practices.
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ZachXBT has sparked debate after claiming on his Telegram channel that hardware wallets are “complete garbage” for serious crypto use.
According to him, people who often handle huge amounts are better off using a spare iPhone as a sign-in device.
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