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The crypto industry is rife with marketing buzzwords designed to appear attractive but don't necessarily reflect actual security improvements. Here are two common terms you should ignore when evaluating wallets:
1. Airgapped Wallets
"Airgapped" means the device is completely cut off from any communication channel like Bluetooth, NFC, or USB, relying solely on QR codes or SD cards to transfer data. While this sounds secure, studies from experts like Shift Crypto have shown that airgapped wallets often just make transactions more cumbersome without adding meaningful security. Since all cold wallets are inherently offline, the term is somewhat redundant. Focus instead on how well the wallet balances security with ease of use.