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Bitcoin custodians

A custodian holds private keys or controls withdrawal authority on behalf of users, simplifying operations while introducing counterparty dependence.

Why it matters

A custodian holds private keys or controls withdrawal authority on behalf of users, simplifying operations while introducing counterparty dependence.

Key ideas

Primary and technical sources

Bitcoin Developer DocumentationBitcoin.orgBitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash SystemSatoshi Nakamoto

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