seedsigner

SeedSigner, the creator of an open-source Bitcoin signing device and former police forensic examiner, dives into the importance of trustless hardware for Bitcoin security. He shares insights from his transition to digital forensics and highlights the risks of commercial hardware wallets. SeedSigner discusses his DIY approach, emphasizing that security is a journey and empowering users to control their keys without trusting opaque supply chains. He offers practical advice on purchasing hardware while advocating for open-source sovereignty as a defense against capture.

@seedsigner discusses building your own hardware wallet, open source software, funding options, UX challenges, tradeoffs, and risks of Seed Signer. The chapter also explores using external webcams for QR code scanning, choosing a license for the project, and the importance of privacy and security in hardware wallets.