it looks like the target group is the users on twitter/x who follow bitbox - they report various incoming mails
please be careful and check the mails before you do anything!
https://x.com/BitBoxSwiss/status/1864302820758880309
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bitbox now officially warns of new pishing/fake mails allegedly sent in the name of the company
it looks like the target group is the users on twitter/x who follow bitbox - they report various incoming mails
please be careful and check the mails before you do anything!
https://x.com/BitBoxSwiss/status/1864302820758880309
it looks like the target group is the users on twitter/x who follow bitbox - they report various incoming mails
please be careful and check the mails before you do anything!
https://x.com/BitBoxSwiss/status/1864302820758880309
Now this is actually what I came to the HW wallet section for, because I was just on Bitbox's website and saw that they were developing their own little device from which you could run a bitcoin lightning network node, which they called the BitBoxBase. I'd never read anything on the forum about this and was wondering if anyone knew about it. It's not revolutionary for experienced users, of course, but for retards like me it might be a neat thing to blow money on.
Guess they put the development on hold for some reason.
Guess they put the development on hold for some reason.
It's still on hold even today?
FWIW, if someone makes a Core alternate client that rapidly syncs from other Core nodes using assumevalid (basically validating almost nothing), or can start syncing from a specific block in the future given a UTXO set (like utreexo that was built a long time ago), than that solves half the problem of making a lightweight device.
Then a Neutrino LND node can be placed to provide the Lightning support, which requires no further configuration, and should save a lot of disk space if your only intention is to broadcast transactions and use the wallet feature, rather than reading arbitrary block.
it's done and the bitbox2 is now the first hw-wallet from which you can send your satoshis/Bitcoin to a silent payment address!!!
this is now possible with the new BitBox 10.2024 Lugano update. there is also another new feature with the MiniTapscript
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-10-2024-lugano-update/
https://bitbox.swiss/download/
this is now possible with the new BitBox 10.2024 Lugano update. there is also another new feature with the MiniTapscript
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-10-2024-lugano-update/
https://bitbox.swiss/download/
If anyone was planning to purchase new BitBox hardware wallet than now is the right time to do it, while BitBox is offering limited MtGox 21% discount flash sale for all their hardware wallets!
Instead of paying $162 price with discount it is now $128, that applies both for Bitcoin edition and for multicoin device.
https://bitbox.shop/
Instead of paying $162 price with discount it is now $128, that applies both for Bitcoin edition and for multicoin device.
https://bitbox.shop/
today BitBox released the next update of this year with Ritom 07.2024
this BitBox update brings you import and export of transaction notes, improved fee rate recommendations and adds support for payment requests
further information and where to download the new update can be found in the following links:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-07-2024-ritom-update/
https://bitbox.swiss/download/
this BitBox update brings you import and export of transaction notes, improved fee rate recommendations and adds support for payment requests
further information and where to download the new update can be found in the following links:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-07-2024-ritom-update/
https://bitbox.swiss/download/
A problematic scenario that could represent a risk to you is that if your family member is hacked, as he doesn't understand anything, he may think that you stole from him, since you hypothetically generated a child seed for him.
They are not into Bitcoin and aren't holding anything themselves. I am the black sheep of the family in that regard. More like the orange sheep, if you know what I mean. I hold Bitcoin for two friends, though. But it's not set up using child keys. I have gifted bitcoin to some of my friends in the past and asked them whether they want me to save a copy of the keys. Both of them agreed and have no problems with me doing it. Trusting me with the task isn't a problem as we have known each other for decades. 
I couldn't find a dedicated thread for Bitbox hardware wallets, so this one will do.
The company has releases a new BitBox app update that introduces a few changes and improvements. One new feature that was added is child keys following the BIP85 standard. The BitBox02 can now generate separate child keys of 12 or 24 words derived from your main (parent) seed. Lost child keys can always be recovered by the holders of the parent seed.
Source:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-04-2024-brienz-update/
I just tested it on my bitbox, for now it's working normally, even if the bitbox has the passphrase feature enabled, the bitbox generates a new child seed with the additional entropy of the passphrase, everything behaves as it should be. Today I will continue to do more tests on it.The company has releases a new BitBox app update that introduces a few changes and improvements. One new feature that was added is child keys following the BIP85 standard. The BitBox02 can now generate separate child keys of 12 or 24 words derived from your main (parent) seed. Lost child keys can always be recovered by the holders of the parent seed.
Source:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-04-2024-brienz-update/
I have such irresponsible people in my family circle. They would lose their feet if they could take them off. There is still the issue with them getting hacked or leaking the seed somehow, but at least you could protect them from losing their keys.
A problematic scenario that could represent a risk to you is that if your family member is hacked, as he doesn't understand anything, he may think that you stole from him, since you hypothetically generated a child seed for him. Wow, they move in the right direction. BIP 85 eligible child keys are very convenient feature that allows to disseminate them among different wallets and at the same time to have care about single SEED, solely, namely master SEED from which they were generated.
It's a great way to remain in control in situations where you want to give bitcoin to someone who is prone to losing stuff or misplacing them. I have such irresponsible people in my family circle. They would lose their feet if they could take them off. There is still the issue with them getting hacked or leaking the seed somehow, but at least you could protect them from losing their keys. I use my child seeds generated by Passport 2 to setup wallets on a few hardware devices in my possession.
The Jade can be used for that as well. I haven't looked into it though. 
I couldn't find a dedicated thread for Bitbox hardware wallets, so this one will do.
The company has releases a new BitBox app update that introduces a few changes and improvements. One new feature that was added is child keys following the BIP85 standard. The BitBox02 can now generate separate child keys of 12 or 24 words derived from your main (parent) seed. Lost child keys can always be recovered by the holders of the parent seed.
Source:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-04-2024-brienz-update/
The company has releases a new BitBox app update that introduces a few changes and improvements. One new feature that was added is child keys following the BIP85 standard. The BitBox02 can now generate separate child keys of 12 or 24 words derived from your main (parent) seed. Lost child keys can always be recovered by the holders of the parent seed.
Source:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-04-2024-brienz-update/
Wow, they move in the right direction. BIP 85 eligible child keys are very convenient feature that allows to disseminate them among different wallets and at the same time to have care about single SEED, solely, namely master SEED from which they were generated.
I use my child seeds generated by Passport 2 to setup wallets on a few hardware devices in my possession.
I couldn't find a dedicated thread for Bitbox hardware wallets, so this one will do.
The company has releases a new BitBox app update that introduces a few changes and improvements. One new feature that was added is child keys following the BIP85 standard. The BitBox02 can now generate separate child keys of 12 or 24 words derived from your main (parent) seed. Lost child keys can always be recovered by the holders of the parent seed.
Source:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-04-2024-brienz-update/
The company has releases a new BitBox app update that introduces a few changes and improvements. One new feature that was added is child keys following the BIP85 standard. The BitBox02 can now generate separate child keys of 12 or 24 words derived from your main (parent) seed. Lost child keys can always be recovered by the holders of the parent seed.
Source:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-04-2024-brienz-update/
Someone correct me if I am wrong, but I think BitBox is the first hardware wallet that is adding Lightning Network support on their BitBox02 devices.
They are using static invoices with inbound liquidity from Breez wallet, but there is no need to create any additional backups.
This is currently in closed alpha stages, but I think we can expect to see official release later this year.
Few months ago they released a blog article about adding Lightning to BitBoxApp.
Check out few minute long video demonstration how everything works:
https://twitter.com/BitBoxSwiss/status/1767488957770551400
They are using static invoices with inbound liquidity from Breez wallet, but there is no need to create any additional backups.
This is currently in closed alpha stages, but I think we can expect to see official release later this year.
Few months ago they released a blog article about adding Lightning to BitBoxApp.
Check out few minute long video demonstration how everything works:
https://twitter.com/BitBoxSwiss/status/1767488957770551400
And I have to say that when it comes to wallets--from software ones to hardware--the simpler, the better.
I completely agree with the above line [If it doesn't mean sacrificing some of the necessary features].Hopefully the people at Bitbox don't start going down that road. We can debate the merits of that insurance service all day long, but where does that kind of partnering end?
Hm. I'm puzzled as to why anyone who'd get a HW wallet would also sign up for insurance like that, especially when it requires all sorts of personal information.
Their target audience is only those who have invested a significant amount without having the proper knowledge of protecting their assets [these are the type of people who only care about results, so they tend to throw away money for any type of protection (even if the trade-off is between convenience and privacy)].- It's quite frustrating to see BitBox and some of the other known brands have chosen the route of offering solutions that rub more salt into the wound!
And I have to say that when it comes to wallets--from software ones to hardware--the simpler, the better.
I completely agree with the above line [If it doesn't mean sacrificing some of the necessary features]. - e.g.
Based on the steps in "this video [the steps on their website appear to be the same for the three supported hardware wallets]", it requires giving your xPub and various other information [name, birthdate, email, number, registered address, postal code] to the third-party in question!
And I have to say that when it comes to wallets--from software ones to hardware--the simpler, the better. I'm not a big fan of all of these services a lot of them are offering, and in some cases who the wallet maker is partnering with. I suppose you don't have to see any of that on HW wallets if you're not using the manufacturer's app (like Ledger Live), but it'd be so nice if you could use their apps without it looking like there's someone on the other side actively trying to sell you a bunch of shit.
I'm a fan of Bitbox, though, at least until or unless they lose people's trust like Ledger. Hope that doesn't happen.
in addition, a new type of Bitcoin insurance (with Bitsurance as a german startup)
I have mixed feelings about this... In some cases, it might come in handy for those who don't know how to properly protect their devices but at the same time, if their servers get compromised, they'll be putting all of their users at a higher risk of having to deal with "burglary and extortion" attempts [at this point, it doesn't matter it's insuring its users for such things]:- e.g.
Based on the steps in "this video [the steps on their website appear to be the same for the three supported hardware wallets]", it requires giving your xPub and various other information [name, birthdate, email, number, registered address, postal code] to the third-party in question!
today BitBox released the first update of this year with Fletschhorn 02.2024
it offers features such as an improved account overview and a deactivated screensaver for interactive actions. in addition, a new type of Bitcoin insurance (with Bitsurance as a german startup), improved verifiable seed generation and self-transfer validation are available with the update.
further information and where to download the new update can be found in the following links:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-02-2024-fletschhorn-update/
https://bitbox.swiss/download/
it offers features such as an improved account overview and a deactivated screensaver for interactive actions. in addition, a new type of Bitcoin insurance (with Bitsurance as a german startup), improved verifiable seed generation and self-transfer validation are available with the update.
further information and where to download the new update can be found in the following links:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-02-2024-fletschhorn-update/
https://bitbox.swiss/download/
I'm a fan of using 7 words or more with a space between each, all lowercase except for things that should be capitalized, like names.
There is maximum length to the passphrases that you can use. At least, that's the case with Trezor. I remember that I couldn't use the full length of a passphrase I initially wanted to use, so I compromised and got rid of several characters. Trezor allows a maximum length of 50 characters when it comes to the passphrases.
today the new BitBox 12.2023 Sustli update was released, which brings the following features:
further information and where to download the new update can be found in the following links:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-12-2023-sustli-update/
https://bitbox.swiss/download/
- remember wallet - this allows the app to remember your wallet and display your balance without the BitBox being plugged in
- android screen lock - here you can now add a lock to the BitBoxApp to protect sensitive information from curious eyes
- hide amounts - here all displayed funds are hidden and replaced by star characters
- wallet connect - with this feature you can interact with Ethereum dapps without installing a wallet as a browser extension
further information and where to download the new update can be found in the following links:
https://bitbox.swiss/blog/bitbox-12-2023-sustli-update/
https://bitbox.swiss/download/
Hi, I would like to upgrade from my ledger S to a new bitbox.
I'm no technical wizard by any stretch of the imagination, but from what I've heard from members here any device with a secure element (including the Bitbox wallets) is subject to the same problems Ledger revealed to the world--and all of you who do understand the machinations of key exfiltration by HW wallet manufacturers please correct me if I'm wrong. However, I'd trust Bitbox over Ledger any day of the week, and if you've got to use a HW wallet the Bitbox02 isn't a bad one at all. Whatever you decide, my advice--which you already seem to be leaning toward--is to ditch Ledger ASAP. I'm sure I'm not alone in thinking they're a ticking time bomb just waiting to go off.The only two problems I have with Bitbox is their UI (which you don't have to use) and the device itself which is more cumbersome to use than a Ledger, at least for a fat-fingered fumblebum like myself. If you're not doing a lot of sending/checking balances/etc., it probably won't matter much to you. Good luck, and fuck Ledger!
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