How to Choose a Cold Wallet for Cryptocurrency: Current Devices
Cold wallets allow users to store cryptocurrency without a constant internet connection. Private keys are kept directly on the device, reducing the risk of remote hacking and making this type of storage particularly suitable for long-term investments.
When choosing a hardware wallet, it is important to consider the manufacturer’s reputation, security features, support for the required blockchains, and whether the source code is open for review. Devices should only be purchased from official sellers, as used or modified wallets may pose a security risk to your assets.
Popular options include OneKey, Ledger, Trezor, SafePal, Tangem, and Ellipal. They differ in design, connectivity, the number of supported networks, and additional security features.
OneKey and Trezor focus on open-source software and a high level of security. Ledger offers a wide range of models managed through Ledger Live. SafePal uses QR codes to sign transactions in an isolated environment. Tangem offers wallet cards with NFC, while Ellipal completely eliminates Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity and relies on QR codes.
When choosing a wallet, the main factors to consider are security, the reliability of the manufacturer, ease of access recovery, and support for the cryptocurrencies you need.
Third-Largest BTC Holder Has Not Sold a Single Coin This Year
Japanese company Metaplanet, often compared with Strategy because of its BTC accumulation strategy, has not sold a single coin during the first half of 2026. By the end of the second quarter, the company held around 43,000 BTC.
Metaplanet’s management said that cryptocurrency transfers between the company’s addresses were related to internal operations and did not represent sales. The company recorded a loss of around $1.1 million for the reporting period.
Metaplanet began building its BTC reserve in spring 2024. It now ranks third among publicly traded companies by the size of its cryptocurrency holdings. Management evaluates the strategy primarily based on the amount of BTC held and the amount per share, rather than short-term changes in the cryptocurrency’s price.
The company also announced the issuance of BitBonds. Unlike BTC-backed loans, these securities are not secured by the company’s cryptocurrency reserves and instead depend on the company’s creditworthiness.
BTC This Week: Analysts Name the Nearest Price Targets
BTC has gained around 3.5% since the beginning of August and climbed above $65,000. Analysts expect inflation data, interest-rate expectations, and the broader economic environment to influence the market in the coming days.
Additional pressure is coming from BTC sales by mining companies. High mining costs are forcing some miners to reduce their reserves, while part of their capacity is gradually being redirected toward AI infrastructure.
In the short term, the trend remains upward. The nearest support zone is around $64,000–$64,200, while analysts see $67,500 and $70,000 as potential upside targets. However, a sustained move above $70,000–$72,000 remains uncertain amid ongoing macroeconomic risks.
Tether Completes Largest-Ever Audit and Reveals Changes in USDT Reserves
Tether has completed a comprehensive audit of its financial statements for the first time, receiving an unqualified opinion. By the end of 2025, the value of the company’s assets exceeded its liabilities by $6.81 billion. The audit examined assets, transactions, internal processes, and ownership documents, including an independent verification of the company’s gold reserves rather than relying solely on information provided by external custodians.
However, by mid-2026, excess reserves had fallen significantly to $4.11 billion, around 40% below the previous year’s figure. The decline was likely influenced by fluctuations in the value of assets held in the reserves. Despite the reduction, Tether continues to maintain a substantial reserve cushion to support the stability of USDT. Attention will now turn to future reports and greater transparency regarding the structure of its reserves.
Crypto Industry Loses More Than $14 Billion to Hacks Since 2026
Since 2026, the crypto industry has suffered losses exceeding $14 billion as a result of hacking attacks and software vulnerabilities. The current year, 2026, has already gone down in history as the worst year in terms of the frequency of incidents: 164 hacks were recorded in just the first few months, 70% more than during the entire previous year.
As of early August, total losses in 2026 amounted to around $1.2 billion. Although the number of attacks is high, this figure remains significantly below the peak of $2.77 billion recorded in 2022. Experts attribute the rise in attacks to the sector’s growth and the adoption of new technologies, including artificial intelligence. Actual losses may be even higher, as statistics often do not include funds stolen from individual wallets and other types of damage.
A major problem is the collapse in token prices following security incidents. Market reactions often cause damage several times greater than the value of the stolen assets. In some cases, tokens of affected projects have lost 70–99% of their value, turning a technical failure into catastrophic financial losses for investors
Why Cryptocurrencies with Real Economies May Gain an Advantage
Approaches to valuing digital assets are evolving. While investors previously focused on hype, community activity and speculative expectations, fundamental financial metrics are now beginning to play a key role.
Projects capable of generating stable cash flow and using it to support the value of their own tokens are moving to the forefront. A common strategy is token buybacks followed by burning, which effectively limits the supply of coins in circulation.
This model could reshape the crypto industry. Platforms with transparent business models, sustainable demand for their products and a clear link between ecosystem development and the value of their assets are gaining an advantage.
It is important to remember that digital assets remain highly risky. Revenue or a token-burning program is not a guarantee against price declines, but this factor is becoming increasingly important when making investment decisions in the market.
