Trace Mayer promotes January 3 'Proof of Keys' event
Bitcoin advocate Trace Mayer encourages the community to participate in the annual 'Proof of Keys' event on January 3, 2019.
On December 27, 2018, Bitcoin investor and podcaster Trace Mayer promoted the upcoming 'Proof of Keys' event, scheduled for January 3, 2019, via Twitter and his YouTube channel. The annual initiative encourages all cryptocurrency holders to withdraw funds from exchanges to personal wallets, highlighting the importance of self-custody and financial sovereignty.
Mayer emphasized lessons learned from exchange failures, including Mt. Gox and Bitfinex, and provided step-by-step guidance for safely transferring BTC. The campaign was amplified through platforms like BitcoinTalk, r/Bitcoin on Reddit, and the Bitcoin Magazine website, reaching tens of thousands of users. Bitcoin community members in cities such as New York, London, Berlin, and Singapore organized local meetups and educational sessions to assist participants.Media outlets including CoinDesk and The Block reported on the event’s growing participation, noting the symbolic and practical significance of the initiative in reinforcing security, personal responsibility, and community awareness within the Bitcoin ecosystem.