What this guide covers (and why it matters)
Spot Bitcoin ETFs launched in the U.S. in January 2024, and spot Ether ETFs followed in July 2024, giving everyday investors simple brokerage access to the two largest cryptoassets. That change, plus maturing index methodologies and clearer custody options, makes it easier to treat crypto like a long-term allocation rather than a trade.
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Crypto thefts increasingly target end users through social engineering, SIM swaps, wallet drainers, approval abuse, and fake apps. Regulators and security agencies now push phishing-resistant logins and stricter mobile-account protections, while analytics firms report rising losses from personal-wallet attacks. This checklist turns that guidance into practical, verifiable steps you can complete today.
1) Lock down your exchange accounts and email
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A sound crypto portfolio starts with clear goals, a sensible “wrapper” (regulated ETFs or direct coins), a core-satellite structure, and disciplined risk controls. Below is a practical blueprint you can adapt to your risk tolerance and jurisdiction.
1) Choose your investment wrapper first: ETFs or self-custody
If you prefer brokerage simplicity, regulated spot ETFs now exist for both Bitcoin and Ether in…