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ETF versus self-custody

A spot Bitcoin ETP offers brokerage convenience and delegated custody; self-custody offers direct key control and native access to the Bitcoin network.

Why it matters

A spot Bitcoin ETP offers brokerage convenience and delegated custody; self-custody offers direct key control and native access to the Bitcoin network.

Key ideas

Primary and technical sources

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

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