Lately, I've been thinking about whether we can store encrypted Bitcoin keys in synthetic DNA. Seems wild, right? DNA has been encoding info for ages and now we can put all sorts of data into it. Why not Bitcoin keys too?
Nah, this whole DNA thing is way too complex for me. Stainless steel sounds way better. I don’t need my keys lasting forever. Just a few decades is fine for me, and I’ll just keep updating. Plus, backups are a must.
Honestly, I can’t see the appeal either. Keeping it simple is key. Once you start messing with encryption, you risk losing access if you forget the method. Nothing beats a paper wallet in my book.
I get that it’s complicated but think about it... Bitcoin is all about binary data. You can store that in various ways. As long as you know your stuff and have backups, it shouldn't matter how you store it. Whether it’s paper or steel, it’s all good.
I don’t really think there’s a perfect way to store private keys, but the OGs have their methods. I’m with the guy who suggested stainless or titanium. Those materials can handle a fire pretty well.
Storing keys in DNA just complicates things. I heard it’s pricey too. Titanium is a better option and it won't rust if you store it right. Plus, Cryptosteel is a solid choice for keeping seed phrases safe.
But can DNA really last? Paper wallets and USBs are fine but metal? DNA doesn’t seem reliable for long-term storage. Metal will outlast DNA any day. Gotta admit, it is cool to think about storing info in living beings.
Sounds like fantasy to me. Only labs with serious equipment could pull this off. Plus, you’d have to trust them with your seed phrase. I wouldn’t risk it.
Exactly. The whole idea of using synthetic DNA raises red flags. If scientists are involved, who’s to say they wouldn’t find a way to access your keys? Just like that scandal with FTX.
Storing in DNA seems pointless. It’s not like everyone has access to the tech to create and read that DNA. Plus, sending your keys to a lab? No thanks. Too many risks.
DNA might last longer, but what happens when tech evolves? You need expensive devices to read DNA now. Who knows if they’ll be compatible in the future?