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- 📢 Partnership Announcement 📢
You can now swap directly from your Braavos wallet and enjoy the best prices and the lowest gas fees in the Ethereum ecosystem.
Thanks to AVNU's unified liquidity sources, you'll get the best possible exchange rate on Starknet 🎉
Excited? 👇
All the biggest DEXs on Starknet are now integrated into your Braavos wallet:
- Ekubo
- mySwap
- Nostra
- Jediswap
- ...
Benefits for you include minimized risk of price impact and low slippage.
For more information on Braavos' swap feature, read the dedicated feature page: https://braavos.app/wallet-features/swap-tokens-crypto-starknet/
- $ 1.7 billion crypto was stolen in 2023.
Why? Because some crypto users fall victim to phishing and malware attacks.
**Be smarter than them.**
Discover the 5 levels of security that Braavos offers to secure your crypto, ranging from $ 1 up to millions of dollars 👇
**Seed Signer**
- It protects you from basic unauthorized access 🪪
- It is made for individual mobile 📱 and desktop users 💻
- Use it for pocket change 🪙
**Passkey Signer**
- It protects you from phishing + malware 🛡️
- It is made for individual desktop users 💻
- Use it for painful amounts to lose 💵
Learn more here 👉 https://braavos.app/wallet-features/passkey-signer-hardware-wallet-computer/
**Hardware Signer**
- It protects you from phishing + malware 🛡️
- It is made for individual mobile users📱
- Use it for a substantial stash 💰
Learn more here 👉 https://braavos.app/wallet-features/hardware-signer/
**Multi Signer**
- It protects you from phishing + malware + muggers 🛡️🥷
- It is made for wealthy individual mobile + desktop users 📱💻
- Use it for life-changing money 💰💰
Learn more here 👉 https://braavos.app/wallet-features/multi-signer/
**Multi-Owner Account**
- It protects you from phishing + malware + muggers + helps you manage funds with other owners 🛡️🥷👨👨👦👦
- It is made for very wealthy users 📱💻 or, teams/DAOs treasury and developers
- For economic empires 💰💰💰
Learn more here 👉 https://braavos.app/wallet-features/multi-owner-account/
**Read the complete article here**: https://braavos.app/how-to-secure-your-crypto-5-solution/
- 🔒New Security Feature: The Passkey Signer 🔒
Braavos' new laptop-based 2FA security feature, equivalent to the mobile Hardware Signer, is now available for your wallet!
If you are a hardcore desktop user, this feature will simplify your life and will keep your funds safe!
The Passkey Signer transforms your laptop into an advanced Hardware Wallet!
With this feature, you can now securely sign your transactions using your fingerprint authentication.
Protect your funds from phishing scams with the best crypto security feature today.
To activate it, simply go to the security feature section of your wallet and click on the activate button.
If your computer is not yet compatible, we recommend activating the mobile-based Hardware Signer to leverage your phone’s security enclave.
Try the most convenient crypto security feature.
Visit Braavos Passkey Signer feature page now 👇
https://braavos.app/wallet-features/passkey-signer-hardware-wallet-computer/
- Looking to win STRK tokens beyond the Starknet airdrop?
We've allocated 1,000,000 STRK for Braavos’ community.
All you need is your Braavos account to try your luck (that’s it!).
👇
https://braavos.app/starknet-airdrop-one-millon-strk-token-raffle/
To spin the slot machine:
1) Go to http://1-million-strk-raffle.braavos.app
2) Connect your account
3) Spin!
You can participate with EACH of your Braavos accounts (3 accounts = 3 spins).
You’ll get a second or “bonus spin” with the same account if:
- you have a Pro Score over 70%
or
- you have at least 100 STRK in your wallet
Try now!
Braavosians, you’ve come a long way.
You’ve seen Starknet develop and blossom into this booming ecosystem. You are OG’s. You are early. We are lucky to have you.
We sincerely hope you are happy with your STRK allocation. Know that we didn’t have a say in the criteria.
PS: Be EXTREMELY cautious with the links you use. For your safety, ensure you only connect to Starknet's and Braavos' official websites. Double-check every letter.
- Claim your Realms: Loot Survivor x Starknet Pro Score NFT and get a chance to win $ 1000 LORDS (10 winners get $ 100) 🔥
Here is the new Starknet Pro Score Quest Campaign in collaboration with Starknet Quest & Loot Realms 🎉
Follow the steps here 👇
https://starknet.quest/quest/106
Do you want to know all the secrets behind Realms: Loot Survivor?
Check out this article to learn everything you need to know about Realms: Loot Survivor: https://braavos.app/loot-survivor-starknet-game-insights/
This quest wraps up on February 13th at 23:59 UTC
Stay tuned for the next one, spotlighting a #Starknet dApp showcased in the Starknet Pro Score inside your Braavos wallet.
Grab your NFT and a chance to win $ 100 LORDS before time runs out!
- Looking for the best Starknet DEXs? We've got you covered!
Dive into our guide on top DEXs and AMMs on Starknet, complete with pros and cons to help you choose wisely.
This is now the time to join Starknet if you haven't already 🔥
https://braavos.app/best-starknet-dexs-amm/
- Claim your zkLend x Starknet Pro Score NFT and get a chance to win $ 100 USDC (5 winners) 🔥
Here is the new Starknet Pro Score Quest Campaign in collaboration with @starknet_quest & @zkLend 🎉
Follow the steps here 👇
https://starknet.quest/quest/105
Do you want to know all the secrets behind zkLend?
Check out this article to learn everything you need to know about zkLend: https://t.co/O39JbshFCm
This quest wraps up on January 30th at 23:59 UTC
Stay tuned for the next one, spotlighting a #Starknet dApp showcased in the Starknet Pro Score inside your Braavos wallet.
Grab your NFT and a chance to win $ 100 USDC before time runs out!
- Starknet is evolving into a super-powered, unstoppable machine.
v0.13 brings a host of surprising updates for Starknet users.
Uncover the secrets of Version 0.13 in this post.
Starknet v0.13.0 is live!
V3 Transactions now make it possible to pay gas fees in STRK once the token is tradable.
This is a significant leap from the usual ETH payments, offering more flexibility for users.
But there's more to V3 Transactions.
They're paving the way for a Fee Market, allowing users to bid for block space during peak times.
Plus, the Paymaster feature lets others cover your transaction fees, and Volition Mode offers alternative, cheaper data availability options.
And the best part?
Starknet v0.13.0 is set to reduce gas fees!
Expect a 20-50% reduction in Cairo step/built-in costs and significant discounts on L1 data availability.
This update is all about making transactions cheaper and the user experience better.
Are you new to Starknet and want to experience its power?
Download Braavos, the fastest-growing wallet on Starknet: https://braavos.app/starknet-journey-and-pro-score/
- Braavos is the only wallet on Starknet that helps you track all your interactions.
Thanks to the Starknet Pro Score feature:
- Monitor your progress over time
- Visualize your activity with Starknet dApps
- Accessible from browser & mobile
https://braavos.app/wallet-features/starknet-pro-score/
- Are you worried about crypto scams and fund loss? 🪙
You can. In 2022, $ 3.8B was stolen according to Chainalysis 🧑💼
The process is nearly always the same: attackers find your wallet's seed phrase 🌱
Braavos ensures your funds stay safe, even if your seed phrase is stolen 👇
The solution is the Hardware Signer, a decentralized 2-factor authentication system that offers a very high level of security.
The Hardware Signer leverages the secure subsystem of your mobile device and account abstraction to protect your account.
It consists of two parts:
1) The secure subsystem in users’ mobile devices 📱
2) The account smart contract, which can run arbitrary logic (a.k.a., Account Abstraction) 🧾
Thanks to the Hardware Signer, you can regain control of your account even if your device is stolen, lost, or bricked.
You will be able to recover your account after a 4-day delay period ends.
With the Hardware Signer, you will be:
1) Protected even if your seed phrase gets hacked
2) You’ll be able to Recover your account even if your mobile is stolen, lost, or bricked
3) Sign transactions like if using Apple or Google Pay
Learn more about the Hardware Signer here: https://braavos.app/wallet-features/hardware-signer/
- We're excited to launch our new Starknet Pro Score Quest Campaign in collaboration with @starknet_quest 🔥
Claim the latest Starknet Pro Score NFT Today 👇
https://starknet.quest/quest/103
This multi-quest campaign allows all Braavos users to boost their Starknet Pro Score by engaging with top Starknet dApps over the coming weeks.
This week, enhance your understanding of the Starknet Pro Score.
This quest wraps up on December 20th at 23:59 UTC ⏰
Stay tuned for the next one, spotlighting a #Starknet dApp showcased in the Starknet Pro Score inside your Braavos wallet.
Grab your NFT before time runs out! 👀
- This is the guide you've all been waiting for 👀
The complete Starknet Pro Score Guide 🎮
Learn the method to reach a 100% Pro Score now: https://braavos.app/starknet-pro-score-guide/
- Do you want to be among the top Starknet users? 🐺
Then you need to reach a Starknet Pro Score of at least 90% 🎮
Once you reach that score, Braavos has a surprise for you 👇
Reaching a Starknet Pro Score of at least 90% enables you to claim your Pro Score Master role.
The Pro Score Master role unlocks 2000 XP. XP allows you to grow your profile within our leaderboard community program on Zealy.
Claim your role here: https://zealy.io/c/braavos/questboard/03880b17-a942-431b-9f49-d55338142390
- 📢 Braavos Community Call #22 Happening Now 📢
Join us & @mottylen, CEO of Braavos, as we deep-dive into the Art of Yield Farming on Starknet.
🥇 Best Questions Challenge is on + a secret word mission for bonus XP on Zealy!
🗓️ Nov 23, 1PM UTC
https://discord.com/events/962985965889142844/1156221437758152825
- We're thrilled to launch our new Starknet Pro Score Quest Campaign in collaboration with Starknet Quest and AVNU 🔥
Claim the latest Starknet Pro Score NFT Today 👇
https://starknet.quest/quest/102
This multi-quest campaign allows all Braavos users to boost their Starknet Pro Score by engaging with top Starknet dApps over the coming weeks.
This week, ramp up your score by diving into @lens/avnu_fi
This quest wraps up on December 5th at 23:59 UTC ⏰
Stay tuned for the next one, spotlighting a #Starknet dApp showcased in the Starknet Pro Score inside your Braavos wallet.
Grab your NFT before time runs out! 👀
- Do you want to be recognized as a true Starknet OG? 🔍
Discover the Starknet Pro Score: a path to the top of the Starknet community. Achieve a Pro Score of at least 90% to claim your 'Pro Score Master' title.
Dive into the details of this Braavos exclusive feature! 👇
In your Braavos wallet, discover the Starknet Pro Score—your personal compass for Starknet interactions 🧭
Monitor transactions across the top 17 dApps and increase your score from 0% to 100% ↗️
Here's how to grow your Pro Score:
1) In your Braavos wallet menu, select the dApp gallery.
2) Choose a dApp you like and interact with it. This boosts your score!3) Check your progress in full-screen or tap the trophy icon on mobile 🏆
Some Starknet OGs have already reached 100%..!
🏆 Start Your Starknet Journey 🏆
Climb to the top of the Starknet community and unlock Starknet's full potential by reaching 100%.
The Starknet Pro Score is only available in the Braavos wallet.
Download Braavos here: https://braavos.app/download-braavos-wallet/
You've already reached 90% and are among the big players of Starknet?
Claim your 'Pro Score Master' title here and earn 2000XP 👇
https://twitter.com/myBraavos/status/1717102773458575537
- 🌟 Curious about what powers the Starknet Pro Score in your Braavos wallet?
🔎 We're revealing its secrets!
Read on as we explore the intricacies of this unique, gamified transaction tracker tailored for Starknet👇
The Starknet Pro Score offers a snapshot of your activity, aiming for that coveted 100% score 💯
With its gamified essence, it brings a playful edge to tracking your transactions! 🎮
Here's what the Pro Score truly evaluates:
1⃣ The variety of protocols from the dApp Gallery you've interacted with.
2⃣ Your total transaction count.
3⃣ Your consistency over time.
The Starknet Pro Score in Braavos acknowledges a multitude of interactions, offering a well-rounded view of your engagement.
Here's the breakdown 👇
💰 Token & Asset Management:
Stake
Mint Domain (as in Starknet_id)
Transfer tokens from Starknet L2 to ETH L1
Deposit
Withdraw
Mint
🔄 Swap Actions:
Swap (as in @lens/myswapxyz)
Buy
Sell
💧 Liquidity Actions:
Add Liquidity (as in @lens/myswapxyz)
Remove Liquidity
🏦 Financial Interactions:
Lend (as in @zkLend)
Repay
Evolve
Bridge
That sums up the Starknet Pro Score in the #Braavos wallet!
Whether you're staking, swapping, or lending, each action moves you closer to that perfect score.
Let's up the game and boost your Pro Score! 🚀🔥
- Want to ensure your crypto stays safe, even if you're faced with threats on the street? 🔪
Braavos Multi-Signer is designed to offer you top-tier security, even in the most challenging situations.
Here's how it works and how you can activate it without extra costs 👇
The Multi-Signer is a feature within your Braavos wallet that gets your crypto assets to a whole new level of security. Working alongside the Hardware Signer, the Multi-Signer introduces a third authentication factor (3FA).
- Something you know: a password (derived from your Seed Phrase) 🔤
- Something you have: your smartphone (thanks to the Hardware Signer) 📱
- Something you are: your face/fingerprint (thanks to the Hardware Signer) 🧬
Thus, if an assailant forces you to unlock your smartphone and attempt a transaction with Face ID on the street, the transaction will not occur because they lack access to your browser wallet.
For a deeper understanding of the Multi-Signer, read this detailed article: https://braavos.app/account-abstraction-security-pyramid/
- We're excited to launch our new Starknet Pro Score Quest Campaign in collaboration with
@starknet_quest and @myswapxyz.lens
Claim the latest Starknet Pro Score NFT Today 👇
https://starknet.quest/quest/101
This multi-quest campaign allows all Braavos users to boost their Starknet Pro Score by engaging with top Starknet dApps over the coming weeks.
This week, ramp up your score by diving into @myswapxyz.lens
This quest wraps up on November 14th at 23:59 UTC
Stay tuned for the next one, spotlighting a #Starknet dApp showcased in the Starknet Pro Score inside your Braavos wallet.
Grab your NFT before time runs out!
- Many people want to track their transactions on Starknet. Are you one of them? ✋
With the Starknet Pro Score, you can get a 360° view of your interactions with the top Starknet dApps and get a 100% score.
The Starknet Pro Score is a Braavos-exclusive feature. Let's dive in 👇
In your Braavos wallet, discover the Starknet Pro Score—your personal compass for Starknet interactions 🧭
Track transactions with the top 19 dApps, boosting your score from 0% to 100% ↗️
Here's how to grow your Pro Score:
1️. In your Braavos wallet menu, select the dApp gallery.
2. Choose a dApp you like and interact with it. This boosts your score!
3. Check your progress in full-screen or tap the trophy icon on mobile 🏆
Witness your rise in the Starknet ecosystem 🚀
🏆 Start Your Starknet Journey 🏆
Let the Starknet Pro Score in your Braavos wallet guide you. Reach 100% to unlock Starknet's full potential.
Download Braavos here: https://braavos.app/download-braavos-wallet/
- In celebration of the beta launch of @focustree_app on @Starknet Mainnet, we're kicking off a focus challenge! 👁️
Step into our tranquil Braavos garden, hone your focus, and get a shot at winning a limited edition Braavos x Focus Tree NFT tile! 🌲
Here's how it works👇
@focustree_app is on a mission to curb digital dependency by rewarding users for focusing instead of mindlessly scrolling on their smartphones 📱
Engage with the app, collect NFT tiles, and create gardens with friends! 🧘♂️
In celebration of its Beta launch, Focus Tree has some special offers up for grabs:
➯ 50 exclusive spots in the Braavos garden 🏡
➯ 10 unique Braavos legendary NFTs, earned solely by focusing in the Braavos garden 🧑🌾
➯ Early access to the Genesis Focus Tree NFT collection 🤝
To secure the top prize, simply join today's Community Call 👉 https://discord.com/events/962985965889142844/1156221214403076147
In addition to our regular missions, you'll have the opportunity to obtain your invite code.
Arrive early, first-come, first-served 🚨
Join us today at 1 pm UTC for the code! ⏰
- We're thrilled to introduce our new Braavos Pro Score Quest Campaign in collaboration with @starknet_quest
Claim the first Braavos Pro Score NFT Today 👇
https://starknet.quest/quest/100
This multi-quest campaign allows all Braavos users to boost their Starknet Pro Score by engaging with top Starknet dApps over the coming weeks.
This week, ramp up your score by diving into @Starknet_id
This quest wraps up on October 30th at 23:59 UTC.
Stay tuned for the next one, spotlighting a #Starknet app showcased in the Braavos Pro score.
Jump in before time runs out!
- Ever wished you could seamlessly track every interaction on Starknet? 🔍
Enter the Starknet Pro Score 🌟
Get a panoramic view of all your transactions across the top-tier Starknet dApps 🐺
Let's dive into this Braavos-exclusive feature and see how it revolutionizes the game 👇
🌟 What is the Starknet Pro Score? 🌟
Nestled inside your Braavos wallet lies a powerful feature: The Starknet Pro Score.
Think of it as your personal interaction compass with the Starknet universe.
With this tool, you can seamlessly track your transactions with the top 18 dApps on Starknet.
The more you interact, the more your score thrives, moving from a starting point of 0% all the way up to a full 100%.
🚀 Boosting Your Starknet Pro Score 🚀
Growing your Pro Score is a journey, and here's your roadmap:
1️⃣ Open the dApp Gallery:
Navigate to the menu bar of your Braavos wallet and select the dApp gallery.
This is your gateway to all the action.
2️⃣Interact with a dApp:
Once inside, simply click on any dApp that piques your interest.
Interacting here is your key to boosting that score!
3️⃣ Visualize Your Progress:
Want a clear picture of how you're doing?
Open the dApp gallery in full-screen mode (or click on the trophy icon on mobile🏆).
Watch as your interactions paint a vivid story of your ascent in the Starknet ecosystem.
🏆 Embark on Your Starknet Journey 🏆
As you engage, evolve, and elevate, remember: the Starknet Pro Score in your Braavos wallet is your guiding star.
Aim for 100% and unlock the full potential of what Starknet offers.
Download Braavos here: https://braavos.app/download-braavos-wallet/
- Do you want your crypto to be untouchable even if you get threatened in the street?
That's what Braavos Multi-Signer is made for, to protect you with the highest level of security.
Let's explain how it works and how to enable it at no added cost 👇
The Multi-Signer is a feature within your Braavos wallet that enables you to protect your crypto assets with maximum security.
The Multi-Signer functions in conjunction with the Hardware Signer and adds a third authentication factor (3FA)
With the Multi-Signer you have 3FA:
- Something you know: a password (derived from your Seed Phrase)
- Something you have: your smartphone (thanks to the Hardware Signer)
- Something you are: your face/fingerprint (thanks to the Hardware Signer)
In this way, even if someone threatens you on the street and forces you to unlock your smartphone and sign a transaction using Face ID, the transaction won't occur because the thief doesn't have access to your browser wallet.
Interested in knowing even more about the Multi-Signer? Read this thorough article: https://braavos.app/account-abstraction-security-pyramid/
- Losing all your crypto because your seed phrase got hacked is one of the most painful experiences 🤕
Braavos is the only wallet in the Ethereum ecosystem where this cannot happen 🛡️
Thanks to the Hardware Signer, hackers can't touch you. You are safe and protected. Learn how 👇
The Hardware Signer leverages the secure subsystem of your mobile device and account abstraction to protect your account.
It consists of two parts:
- The secure subsystem in users’ mobile devices 📱
- The account smart contract, which can run arbitrary logic (a.k.a., Account Abstraction) 📜
The Hardware Signer is a true two-factor authentication (2FA) mechanism that adds a second layer of security to your wallet.
It is characterized by:
- Something you have: your smartphone 📱
- Something you are: your face or fingerprint 🧬
Thanks to the Hardware Signer, you can regain control of your account even if your device is stolen, lost, or bricked.
You will be able to recover your account after a 4-day delay period ends.
Here are the 4 advantages of enabling the Hardware Signer:
- Be protected even if your seed phrase gets hacked
- Recover your account even if your mobile is stolen, lost, or bricked
- Sign transactions like if using Apple/Google Pay
- Get a free hardware wallet
Here is a short and simple tutorial to enable the Hardware Signer (it only costs $0,2, which is the price of a transaction on Starknet): https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=ZgE1Wz5Etwy0t-n_&v=I94uTsJgNLM&feature=youtu.be
- 📱Multi-Owner Account Full Screen Mode📱
Braavos’ Multi-Owner Account, the very first signature collaboration tool on Starknet, is getting an upgrade!
You can now access the Multi-Owner Account, a multisig tool powered by account abstraction, in full screen 📲
Let’s dive in 👇
The Multi-Owner Account is a second type of account inside your Braavos wallet that enables groups to manage an account owned by **up to 7 owners**.
It is already included, **at no added cost**, in your Braavos wallet.
The benefit for teams and organizations is to execute important transactions only when a certain number of owners have signed it, ensuring greatly improved security and consensus.
The number of signatures necessary to confirm a transaction is customizable.
The Multi-Owner Account is NOT just a simple multisig wallet.
Braavos’ Multi-Owner Account has 3 key advantages:
**1) Advanced Security**
Each owner’s account can adopt decentralized 3FA for maximum security:
Something you know - ex: a text password 🔤
Something you have - ex: your smartphone 📱
Something you are - ex: Face ID 🧬
**2) Autonomous Gas Payments**
As a standalone account on Starknet, the MOA pays its own gas fees.
**3) Seamless dApp Integration**
The MOA integrates effortlessly with each and every dApp, as it is treated like any other account in your wallet.
Are you looking for more information on the MOA? Here is a detailed article: https://braavos.app/multi-owner-account-elevate-team-collaboration-on-starknet-with-account-abstraction/
- Would you like to participate in a financial landscape defined by greater openness, inclusivity, transparency, and privacy protection?
This is the essence of the **DeFi movement**.
Let's delve into the distinctions between DeFi and CeFi and how we harness DeFi at Braavos.
**Public Verifiability:** DeFi ensures transparency by allowing anyone to verify transactions on the blockchain, while CeFi lacks this level of transparency.
**Atomicity:** DeFi transactions can be made atomic, completing all actions together, whereas CeFi relies on legal agreements for similar functionality.
**Custody:** DeFi allows users to have direct control over their assets, while CeFi users rely on centralized exchanges, similar to traditional custodians.
**Trading of Crypto Assets:** CeFi uses order books, while DeFi employs automated market-maker protocols for trading like @mySwapxyz on Starknet
**Privacy:** DeFi provides pseudo-anonymity on blockchains, while CeFi exchanges with AML policies may reveal user information.
**Fiat Conversion Flexibility:** CeFi is generally more flexible in converting between fiat and cryptocurrencies, providing faster onboarding for users.
**Cross-Chain Services:** CeFi offers cross-chain services for major coins. While it was complex to do cross-chain transfer in DeFi at the beginning, now great cross-chain bridges exist such as @layerswap and @Orbiter_Finance that you can find in your Braavos wallet.
And you what do you prefer, CeFi or DeFi?
- Do you want a financial world that is more **open**, **inclusive**, **transparent**, and maintains **privacy**?
That’s what the **DeFi movement** is about.
Let’s understand the DeFi values and how we implement them at Braavos.
1. **Decentralization**: DeFi platforms operate on blockchain technology.
This reduces the risk of censorship, and single points of failure, promoting trust and security.
At Braavos we take decentralization very seriously and our 2FA (Hardware Signer) and 3FA (Multi-Signer) are both fully decentralized.
2. **Inclusivity**: DeFi aims to be accessible to anyone with an internet connection worldwide.
It enables the unbanked and underbanked, to participate in the global financial ecosystem.
With the Braavos Stake+ feature, we make DeFi accessible to small-scale investors thanks to very low fees and ease of use.
3. **Transparency**: DeFi projects typically provide transparent, auditable, and publicly verifiable smart contracts and transaction data.
Users can scrutinize the code and transaction history to ensure fairness and security.
At Braavos, our contracts are open source and you can review them here: https://github.com/myBraavos/braavos-account-cairo
What is your favorite DeFi value? Write a comment now to let us know.
- According to Vitalik “Your job as a DeFi person is not to give people 5% returns instead of 3% returns. Your job as a DeFi person is to minimize the chance that your users are going to get negative 100% returns.”
Here is how at Braavos we push toward this direction.
First and foremost, we introduced the first **decentralized 2FA** in crypto in November 2022: the **Hardware Signer**.
Thanks to the Hardware Signer, even if a scammer or hacker gains access to your seed phrase, your funds are protected https://braavos.app/hardware-signer-2fa-security-crypto-smart-contract-wallets/
**How?**
Because the hacker would also need an exact 3D replica of your face and access to your phone to access your funds.
With top-level security in place, we could focus on making DeFi more user-friendly.
That's why we've introduced **Stake+**, a feature that allows you to stake your ETH and **earn yield with just one click**.
Using Stake+, you enjoy the **same security as Ethereum** with the low fees and high speed of Starknet.
For more information about Stake+, you can read this article: https://braavos.app/how-to-stake-eth-on-starknet-and-earn-high-yield/
In your opinion, how could we improve the DeFi user experience at Braavos?
Let us know.
- Smart Contract Wallets bring forward a new DeFi paradigm.
After CeFi, DeFi 1.0, and DeFi 2.0, Smart Contract Wallets enable a user experience orders of magnitude better than before.
Let’s recap the + and - of CeFi, DeFi, and how Smart Contract Wallets are changing the game.
**Advantages of CeFi:**
- User-friendly onboarding
- Easy cross-chain interactions
- Customer service support
- Fiat-to-crypto conversion
**Disadvantages of CeFi:**
- No self-custody
- Risk of bankruptcy (FTX, Celsius, BlockFi…)
- Regulatory compliance risk
- Opaque Accounting
**Advantages of DeFi:**
- Self-custody
- Permissionless system, no third-party verification
- Support for privacy-preserving transactions
- Access to a new type of applications: dApps
**Disadvantages of DeFi:**
- Onboarding complexity and steep learning curve
- Lack of human-driven customer service
**Smart Contract Wallets** are removing the complexity of DeFi by dramatically improving the **user experience** while maintaining the crypto values of **self-custody**.
For example, thanks to the Stake+ feature inside the Braavos wallet, you can stake your ETH and become a liquidity provider all in one click.
This streamlines the process and makes for a seamless user experience.
If you want to know more about smart contract wallets and how they improve your crypto experience, read this article: https://braavos.app/smart-wallets-transforming-user-experience-and-security/
- **The new Braavos UI is live**
It is optimized for both **Desktop** and **Mobile**
**-** enhanced **look and feel**
**- user-friendly** experience
**- community** suggested improvements
More info here: https://x.com/myBraavos/status/1707294449900908602?s=20
- Do you want to earn **passive income** with your ETH on **Starknet**? 🪙
Even as a **small-scale investor**, you can profit from staking thanks to the Stake+ feature in your Braavos wallet ↗️
The **gas fees are 30x lower** than on Ethereum. Let's discover how you can benefit 👇
For detailed information about Stake+ read this article: https://braavos.app/how-to-stake-eth-on-starknet-and-earn-high-yield/…
Otherwise, keep reading this post.
To earn passive income in one click with your Starknet ETH, use the Stake+ feature inside your Braavos wallet.
**How does Lido Staking work?**
When you click on "Stake ETH", your ETHs are bridged to Ethereum, staked via Lido on Ethereum, and then bridged back to Starknet as wstETH.
You then earn 3.57% yield on your ETH (current rate on Lido).
**How does Staking Boost work?**
When you click on "Boost ETH" half of your ETHs are bridged to Ethereum, staked via Lido on Ethereum and then bridged back to Starknet as wstETH.
Your ETH and wstETH are then pooled together on mySwap in the ETH-wstETH liquidity pool for extra yield.
You then earn 6.79% on your ETH. This is today's rate and it is the 7-day moving average which is subject to change.
For detailed information about Stake+ read this article: https://braavos.app/how-to-stake-eth-on-starknet-and-earn-high-yield/…
- **Staking ETH should be accessible to everyone.**
When you have to pay up to $40 in gas fees on Ethereum, it prevents many people from doing it.
**DeFi Pooling** is empowering millions of users to stake their ETH **at a fraction of the cost**.
Discover how you can benefit in this short article.
Do you want to have a complete understanding of DeFi Pooling? Read the following article: https://braavos.app/starknet-defi-pooling-how-can-i-earn-passive-income-with-my-eth/…
For a short explanation, read on.
DeFi Pooling dramatically reduces the high gas fees of staking on Ethereum by **aggregating user funds** on Starknet and sending them to Ethereum layer-1 to stake once a certain **threshold** is reached.
It's as if Starknet users were all sharing the cost of a bus to Ethereum paying only a cheap ticket to get in.
**How does it all work?**
1. Multiple users deposit their ETH into a pool smart contract on Starknet
2. Once the pool reaches a significant size, it's bridged to Ethereum layer-1
3. The pooled ETH is then staked via Lido
4. The resulting staking tokens (wstETH) are then bridged back to Starknet
5. Users receive these staking tokens proportional to their contribution in the pool
From the user perspective, you just have one click to do to stake your ETH and earn yield, directly in your Braavos wallet.
Download Braavos now and try Stake+: https://braavos.app/download-braavos-wallet/
- Are you a **small-scale investor** looking to **stake your ETH** and earn yield?
You can now stake your ETH on Starknet for **30x less gas fees** than on Ethereum, with the same security.
Let's tell you how👇
Once your Braavos wallet is opened, click on the "Stake+" icon at the bottom of your screen. Then click on Stake ETH, then enter the amount you want, click on Deposit and sign the transaction.
How does it work **under the hood**?
1. Starknet is a ZK-Rollup (also called Validity rollup) that compresses transactions and reduces gas fees
2. Braavos uses DeFi pooling. This means that many users’ txs are batched into one L1 tx for much lower gas fees.
Are you interested to know how the **Staking Boost** works?
Here is how it works:
Let's say you invest 2 ETH.
1 ETH is staked on Lido through Ethereum L1.
Lido sends you back 1 wstETH.
1 wstETH and your remaining 1 ETH are now sent into a ETH-wstETH liquidity pool.
Your total yield is the sum of:
- the yield generated from your 1 ETH staked on Lido
- the yield from the liquidity pool, generated by the swaps made between ETH-wstETH on mySwap AMM
Here is the formula: 1 ETH * staking_apr * pool_apr + 1 ETH * pool_apr
For a full explanation of Stake+ read this article: https://braavos.app/how-to-stake-eth-on-starknet-and-earn-high-yield/
- Did you know that **decentralized 3FA** is the highest security level for your crypto? 🔐
That’s what you get with Braavos’ Hardware Signer 🛡️
Let’s unpack what decentralized 3FA means 🧵
Decentralized means that there is no cloud or centralized server that is used for one of the factors of authentication.
If you use an email address as an authentication factor, it means it is centralized.
At Braavos, we don’t use any emails as an authentication factor.
Now, let’s understand the **3 main types of authentication**:
1. **Something you know** – a text password, PIN code, pattern, etc.
2. **Something you have** – a physical device, such as your mobile phone or a YubiKey
3. **Something you are** – a biometric identity, such as your fingerprint, face ID, retina, etc.
A robust security system typically combines at least two types of authentication.
The general trend in the tech and security industry is to move away from text passwords and PIN codes since they are considered to be the easiest to compromise.
With Braavos’ Hardware Signer, the something you know is your seed phrase, the something you have is your smartphone and the something you are is your face/fingerprint.
To read the complete article on how you can benefit from decentralized 3FA click on the link: https://braavos.app/account-abstraction-security-pyramid/
- **One of the scariest things in crypto is getting your seed phrase hacked.**
You can relax with Braavos because thanks to the Hardware Signer feature, attackers couldn’t steal your funds even if they had your seed phrase.
**Let's discover how.**
With the Hardware Signer enabled in your Braavos wallet, attackers would need to get a hold of your physical device + biometric identity to sign transactions, which are verified on the blockchain.
This means that the Hardware Signer provides an additional layer of security, making it extremely hard for attackers to access your funds.
**The only action a hacker could take with the seed phrase is to request the removal of the Hardware Signer from your account.**
However, this request comes with a time delay of four days, during which you will receive notifications that someone is trying to remove the Hardware Signer from your account.
If this happens, you can cancel this request and transfer your funds to a new wallet.
The purpose of this request to remove the Hardware Signer is to enable you to recover your funds if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged beyond repair.
The time delay will be configurable in the future.
Do you want to get the Hardware Signer for maximum security?
This is a free feature that comes with your Braavos wallet.
Enable Braavos Hardware Signer now thanks to this 6' tutorial video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I94uTsJgNLM&feature=youtu.be
- Unlike traditional EOA wallets, smart contract wallets like Braavos have custom logic to enable much-needed features such as:
• True multi-factor authentication 🔤📱🧬
• The Hardware Signer 🔐
Let's take a look at these smart contract wallet's use cases 👇
Hardware Signer
Rather than securing digital assets with a seed phrase or a hardware wallet, the Hardware Signer taps into the secure enclave of iOS and Android devices to turn smartphones into hardware wallets.
Full article here: https://braavos.app/hardware-signer-2fa-security-crypto-smart-contract-wallets/
Comprised of a secure subsystem in a user’s mobile device and an account smart contract, the Hardware Signer can be used to biometrically sign transactions, ensuring that only the owner of the account approves the transaction.
In November 2022, Braavos rolled out its Hardware Signer feature.
This marks the first time a mobile device’s built-in security chip has been used to generate keys, sign transactions, and verify them on the blockchain.
Multi-Factor Authentication 🔤📱🧬
Account abstraction lets developers customize their account’s security levels and use various devices to approve transactions.
Similar to our standard Web2 email or SMS-based two-factor authentication, we can use programmable logic to mandate the signature of 2 factors or more.
Whether through a device, a security question, or biometrics before approving a transaction.
This enhanced security feature enables users to have greater control over their accounts.
It provides an additional layer of protection against unauthorized access and fraudulent transactions.
To gain access to Braavos’ innovations and see the power of smart contract wallet live, try the Braavos Wallet app: https://braavos.app/download/
And join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/9Ks7V5DN9z
We can’t wait to see you there!
- "You can lose your net worth just clicking on a link so where are we on the state of wallet security today?"
That's the question Permissionless moderator asked Braavos CEO Motty Lavie on stage.
Let's unpack Motty's answer 👇
"For us at Braavos security has been a goal from day one.
Braavos is a smart contract wallet meaning we have an account contract on-chain for every account that the user has on the upside.
That basically means that we can run arbitrary verification and signature qualification logic AND arbitrary or customary execution logic.
Using that, we brought two factors authentication in terms of security.
There are three main types of authentication today in general (not only in crypto). There is something you know, something you have and something you are.
Something you know is usually a text password or pattern or PIN code.
Something you have is a physical device.
And something you are is something that relates to your biometric Identity.
Now in crypto we mostly use the - something you know - like that 12-word seed phrase and if you think about it even hardware wallets use the - something you know - because they boil down to 12 or 24 words that if you know them you can recreate the wallet.
Now at Braavos, we leveraged an object that we all carry around in our pockets: strong phones with built-in security chips in order to allow for each and every transaction to be signed by two-factor authentication.
Something you have, this is the mobile device that you issued a transaction with, and something you are which is your biometric ID that allows the security chip inside a mobile to sign the transaction and all of that is being verified on-chain by the account contract.
This means that even if I give you my seed phrase you won't be able to steal my funds.
I think that this is something crucial in order to protect the user"
- Motty Lavie, the CEO of Braavos was on stage at Permissionless in Austin, Texas on Monday with the CEO and CIO of 2 of the largest crypto wallets: Phantom and OKX wallet.
Do you want to level up your wallet knowledge with exclusive insights? 🧠
Here you go 🧵
Crypto wallets are becoming an even bigger entry point for new users than centralized exchanges according to Phantom CEO Brandon Millman.
Millman thinks that the phrase **"how do we onboard the next billion users"** is fundamentally flawed though.
Millman said “The space really needs to focus on the **retention of users**, and not actually trying to onboard all these net new users,”
He continued “It doesn’t matter if you onboard a billion users if your retention is zero, because then you end up with no users.”
Having good security in place is the first step toward getting people to stick around.
That’s because if they fall victim to a phishing scheme, it makes it dramatically less likely for them to persist in crypto.
However, the assembled panelists seemed eager to move away from seed phrases, a security measure that’s so rigid it can lock the end user out of their account.
Look no further than Stefan Thomas, a programmer who has hundreds of millions of dollars worth of bitcoin trapped in a wallet to which he lost the password.
Braavos CEO Motty Lavie went as far as to say that **seed phrases are “almost the root of all evil.”**
That's why at Braavos, our goal is to move away from seed phrases to **increase the security level** of our users.
Motty Lavie continued and explained that we can remove seed phrases by having **multi-factor authentication.**
**Something you know, something you have, and something you are.**
**This is something unique to Braavos.**
If you want to level up your security knowledge, read this article: https://braavos.app/account-abstraction-security-pyramid/
- Today, 99% of your personal digital assets are in the custody of a third party.
Your health data, your social media pictures, your video game assets, the money in your traditional bank account etc.
At Braavos we want to empower people to **fully own their digital assets**.
In previous times, during the feudal system, people didn’t really have any type of ownership.
They farmed the land of their lords and had protection in return.
Today, our digital lives are governed in the same fashion.
You farm your Facebook account, Facebook gets money from ads and promises you to keep your photos and videos safe.
Platforms are aware of this and are giving more and more rewards to their creators (X, YouTube, TikTok etc.).
But this is really thanks to NFTs and self-custody that creators got a bigger chunk of the pie.
Your bank also gets to invest your money, but you can’t really get it back easily and you need to entrust them with keeping your funds safe.
With self-custody crypto and DeFi, you have full ownership and get to invest your coins and tokens the way you want.
**Self-custody is the way to go to have a fair internet that empowers people.**
BUT most of the current web3 wallets are one software update away from being custodial.
And you need to be extra careful when choosing your crypto wallet.
Do you want to know the safest place to store your crypto and figure out which wallets are really non-custodial?
Read the following article 👉 https://braavos.app/is-your-crypto-wallet-really-non-custodial/
- 🎉10,000 Braavosians have now turned their smartphones into advanced hardware wallets for under null (gas fees)🎉
This is thanks to a revolutionary feature called the Hardware Signer 🔒
What are you waiting for? 🤔
Enable Braavos Hardware Signer now 👇
Here is a video tutorial: https://twitter.com/myBraavos/status/1699811369422336165?s=20
- Do you want to have the best security possible for your crypto?🔒
But you don't know how hardware wallets work? Or they are too expensive for you?
Follow this tutorial to transform your smartphone into an advanced hardware wallet for under null (gas fees) 👇
https://youtu.be/I94uTsJgNLM
- Are you a team of builders on Starknet looking to manage your funds safely and efficiently? 🪙
With the Multi-Owner Account, you can have an advanced Multisig account for key transfers secured with 3FA 🈺 📱🧬
For more information, read our article: https://braavos.app/multisig-wallet-on-starknet-multi-owner-account-by-braavos/
- **📱New Feature Live on Starknet Mainnet 📱**
Braavos’ Multi-Owner Account is the very first signature collaboration tool on Starknet 🧑🤝🧑
It is the evolution of a multisig wallet where you can utilize the power of account abstraction 📲
Let’s dive in 👇
The Multi-Owner Account is NOT just a simple multisig wallet.
Braavos’ Multi-Owner Account has 3 key advantages:
**1) Advanced Security**
Each owner’s account can adopt decentralized 3FA for maximum security:
Something you know - ex: a text password 🔤
Something you have - ex: your smartphone 📱
Something you are - ex: Face ID 🧬
**2) Autonomous Gas Payments**
As a standalone account on Starknet, the MOA pays its own gas fees.
**3) Seamless dApp Integration**
The MOA integrates effortlessly with each and every dApp, as it is treated like any other account in your wallet.
**What are the benefits of the Multi-Owner Account?**
- It allows teams to collaboratively manage their treasury and contract upgrade on Starknet
- It enhances the security for each account owner, thereby improving the overall security of the account
- It allows you to add your signature confirmation even while on the go from your mobile device
Do you want to enable the Multi-Owner Account and have more information?
Here is a detailed article: https://braavos.app/multisig-wallet-on-starknet-multi-owner-account-by-braavos/
- Are you a small-scale crypto investor looking to invest less than $100?
If you have to pay $20 of gas fees on Ethereum,👇 you will never make it...
But, thanks to Starknet and DeFi pooling, you can stake your ETH and pay less than 30 cents in gas fees!
Here is a video to show you how you can stake your ETH directly on Ethereum and earn yield while paying very low gas fees 👇
Are you wondering how you can pay so small fees and still stake your ETH on Lido directly on Ethereum?
It's thanks to DeFi pooling. Here is how it works:
1) DeFi Pooling aggregates the funds of many users in a smart contract on Starknet.
2) Once the pool reaches a critical mass, the funds are bridged to Ethereum L1.
3) The resulting tokens (wstETH) are bridged back to Starknet.
This unique process shares the otherwise high gas cost associated with Ethereum transactions among multiple users, significantly cutting individual expenses.
The result is easy and inclusive access to high-yield ETH staking, even for small-scale investors :)
To know more read the full article on DeFi pooling 👉 https://braavos.app/starknet-defi-pooling-how-can-i-earn-passive-income-with-my-eth/
- Are you afraid that your country's economic system might collapse and you can be left without any money?
It happened again and again, around the world. No one is immune from that.
That's why self-custody was invented.
And at Braavos, we push it to a whole new level.
Self-custody is the idea that you are the one in control of your funds, but also fully responsible for your actions.
Thanks to self-custodial wallets, there are no borders as transactions are censorship resistant.
It works 24/7, you have full control over your funds, increased security, and privacy.
But as uncle Ben said in Spiderman: "With great power comes great responsibility".
If you send your funds to the wrong address or lose your password, no one will be able to help you. Your funds can be lost forever.
However, most "non-custodial" wallets are one software update away from being custodial.
This means your funds are not safe anymore.
At Braavos, we believe in being 100% non-custodial.
Meaning that even if we wanted to make a software update to control your funds, we technically couldn't.
This is thanks to one of Braavos' features called the Hardware Signer.
If you want to be relaxed and trust that no one can take your funds, use the Braavos wallet and enable the Hardware Signer feature for true self-custody.
Do you want to understand how to be sure no one can ever take your funds? Read our article: https://braavos.app/is-your-crypto-wallet-really-non-custodial/
- Do you want to start using Starknet but have less than 5mn to do so?
Here is a concise and accurate article on how to use the Starknet bridge to bring funds to Starknet👇
https://braavos.app/how-do-i-use-the-starknet-bridge/
- Have you already been worried about getting hacked? And losing all your crypto?
With our decentralized 3FA, you can benefit from top-notch crypto security and sleep well at night.
Learn how we’ve built decentralized 3FA in this article 👉 https://braavos.app/account-abstraction-security-pyramid/
- Last Friday during #StarknetCC Paris we introduced a brand new #security feature: the Multi-Owner Account.
It empowers teams on #Starknet to manage contract upgrades and treasury funds in more secure and efficient ways.
**It is the next evolution of multi-sig.** Let’s dive in 👇
Multi-Owner Account harnesses account abstraction for collaborative on-chain transaction management, ideal for teams or organizations where each member has a unique wallet.
Transactions are only executed when the required number of owners accept it.
**What are the benefits? 👇**
- On-chain team management, eliminating unilateral transaction risks.
- Multi-Owner Account pays its own gas fees as a standalone account.
- Enhanced security options are available for each owner (2FA, 3FA…).
- Multi-Owner Account integrates effortlessly with any dApp, like any other account in your wallet.
- Easily add/remove owners & adjust minimum signers required for transaction approval.
**How can you create a Multi-Owner Account? 👇**
**To create a new account:**
- Initiate: Click on ‘Create a New Multi-Owner Account’.
- Add Owners: Include up to seven unique wallet addresses as owners for the single account.
- Set Threshold: Set the minimum number of owners (M out of N) that are required to sign for a transaction to be approved.
- Review and Confirm: Review all the details and, once everything is in order, confirm the creation of the account.
**To join an existing account:**
- Import: Click on ‘Import an Existing Multi-Owner Account’.
- Set MOA Address: Add the MOA address and click ‘Import’.
That’s it! The account will now appear in the account list of your wallet under the MOA section.
In comparison to traditional Safe multi-sig accounts like Gnosis Safe, the Multi-Owner Account takes care of its gas fees, connects seamlessly with dApps, and accommodates various security measures such as a simple Seed Signer, 2FA, 3FA or even another MOA.
**Want to know all the technical details about the Multi-Owner Account?**
Here is a full article on MOA: https://braavos.app/multi-owner-account-elevate-team-collaboration-on-starknet-with-account-abstraction/
- Hardware wallets are becoming obsolete. Wait. What?
A new technology called the **Hardware Signer** is one of the most underrated features of smart contract wallets.
Deep dive into what a Hardware Signer is and how it will make hardware wallets obsolete 🧵
Hardware Signer technology is possible on #Starknet because this ZK-rollup can handle Smart Contract Wallets natively. With Smart Contract Wallets you can sign transactions with Face ID, use 2FA/3FA, pay gas in other tokens than ETH, and more. Why wasn’t it possible before?
Because traditional cryptographic signature schemes aren't compatible with mobile devices' security chips, limiting user security and innovation in wallet authentication. Starknet's Account Abstraction solves this by enabling the use of Hardware Signers. But how? 🧐
The Hardware Signer utilizes secure subsystems like iPhone's Secure Enclave or Android Phone's Titan HSM, protecting user accounts. Private keys are generated and signed within the secure system, inaccessible to anyone, even the user. This provides **extremely robust security**.
Smart contract-based wallets on Starknet, allow transaction verification using Hardware Signers. This means your mobile device's security module signs the transaction, while the on-chain account contract verifies it. In short: **you can sign transactions in one click with Face ID**.
Biometric authentication adds an extra layer of security. With Braavos, the user approves transactions directly through the secure module, using fingerprint or face identification. No malicious auto-signing here! How about recovery?
It's a crucial part! In Braavos, a user has two public keys: one for the Hardware Signer and another derived from the seed phrase. If you lose your smartphone, you can “Request to remove Hardware Signer” with your seed phrase in hand, and have 4 days to do that.
If your Seed Phrase gets stolen, you will automatically (and repeatedly) get a notification to your mobile device and will be able to cancel the request and keep all of the assets safe.
**In both cases, you are safer with a Hardware Signer and can recover your funds.**
The Hardware Signer offers state-of-the-art security and a smooth user experience. It's like paying with Apple Pay but for crypto transactions. Starknet and Smart Contract Wallets pave the way for a secure and self-custodial future. Download Braavos now: https://braavos.app/download-braavos-wallet/