Mark Karpelès Reports Tampered Ledger Devices Found From Two Additional Resellers

WHY IT MATTERS

A hardware wallet is a small physical device, similar to a USB drive, that stores the secret codes (called private keys) needed to access your cryptocurrency. Think of it like a safe for your digital money. Because it stays offline, it is generally harder for hackers to break into compared to keeping crypto on a website or app. However, if someone tampers with the device before you receive it — for example, by adding a hidden chip inside — they could potentially spy on or steal your secret codes. This is why buying hardware wallets from official sources matters. Purchasing from unknown third-party sellers is similar to buying a house lock from a stranger — you cannot be sure they did not keep a copy of the key.