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Claim Text: Almost all hacking and cryptocurrency losses occur when people hold their own keys and either they lose the password or a hacker discovers it.
Simplified Text: Almost all hacking and cryptocurrency losses occur when people hold their own keys and either they lose the password or a hacker discovers it
Confidence Score: 0.950
Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: News Article
Subject Tags: Finance Risk
UUID: a116435a-d088-4192-b5ee-a89f7be30db2
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 3:38 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 3:38 PM (6 months ago)

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FAQ: Frequently asked questions about public pensions investing in Bitcoin and other digital assets

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https://reason.org/faq/public-pensions-investing-bitcoin-cryptocurrency

This FAQ from Reason Foundation addresses public pension systems investing in digital assets like Bitcoin. It emphasizes fiduciary duty, risk control, and provides a framework for prudent investment, including allocation limits and transparency. The report recommends best practices for state treasurers and public pension systems considering digital-asset exposure.

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