The recent biggest black swan event in the crypto space is that multiple users suffered supply chain attacks after purchasing Ledger hardware wallets from third-party channels, with total losses reaching nearly $90 million (different statistics show losses between $86 million and over $93 million).

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In response, CZ (Zhao Changpeng) also quickly tweeted a warning:

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Following that, CZ issued a safety reminder, advising users that after purchasing a hardware wallet (or downloading a new software wallet), it's best to leave it unused for a few weeks before transferring large amounts of funds into it.

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CZ's reminder highlighted a blind spot: The extremely high-threshold pure cold wallets, once the supply chain endpoint is compromised, pose devastating penalties for ordinary people.

If you don't want to bear the anxiety of “24 mnemonic words being written incorrectly, lost, or stolen” every day, while also wanting the freedom to participate in on-chain transactions and financial management, the current industry solution that balances security and usability is to switch to Binance Web3 Wallet.

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1. Why recommend beginners start with the “Binance Web3 Wallet”?

In response to the pain points of traditional on-chain wallets being “high threshold, easy to lose, and cumbersome to operate,” the Binance Web3 Wallet has undergone significant optimization in both product fundamentals and user experience:

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2. Must-read before starting: exclusive beginner benefits and registration instructions

Many beginners will ask: Is the Binance account the same as the Binance Web3 Wallet?

In simple terms: The Binance account is a universal passport, while the Binance Web3 Wallet is an exclusive independent vault built into the Binance App. It supports users to freely access the Web3 world, manage assets, cross-chain exchanges, and participate in DApps all in one place.

Access path: Binance App → [Wallet] → Switch to [Web3] → Create wallet

You need to first register a Binance account and complete basic identity verification (KYC), and you can activate the Web3 wallet for free with one click after logging into the App.

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Binance Alpha Activity:

Inside the wallet, you can directly participate in the latest popular premium projects' Alpha subscription and early airdrop activities.

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For instance, yesterday at 5 PM, an upgraded blind box airdrop was launched:
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There are also a series of trading competitions:

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3. Step-by-step guide: Activate your Binance Web3 wallet in 3 minutes

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2. Download and install the official Binance App, log into the account you just registered.

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Step 2: Activate the Web3 wallet in the App with one click

Enter Binance App → [Wallet] → Switch to [Web3] → Create wallet

Step 3: Complete cloud encryption backup (core anti-loss step)

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Click [Backup Now]
Enable cloud storage permissions (iCloud / Google Drive)
Set recovery password (must remember)
System completes backup to the cloud

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Conclusion: The core of asset security is “layering defenses”

As reminded by CZ, there is no single physical hardware that is absolutely unbreakable. The highest realm of asset management is to rationally layer large assets and daily interaction funds.

Action is one of the best methods to eliminate risks.

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Risk Warning: This article is for educational purposes regarding cryptocurrency asset security and does not constitute investment or asset management advice. Cryptocurrency prices are highly volatile, and investment carries risks. Please participate rationally according to your circumstances.

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Ledger was hacked for nearly 90 million dollars! How can ordinary players protect their wallets?

1. Why recommend beginners start with the “Binance Web3 Wallet”?

2. Must-read before starting: exclusive beginner benefits and registration instructions

Conclusion: The core of asset security is “layering defenses”

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