Just saw that hardware wallets are sold out—pretty good, because it shows people are finally taking security seriously. But don’t relax yet. Recently, phishing links have also been surging. The more “you think it’s safe” moments like this, the easier it is for someone to strike when you’re off guard.

As for re-staking, it sounds like rolling a snowball bigger and bigger, with yields compounding—who wouldn’t be tempted? But we need to clarify what “shared security” really means. Every layer you stack is effectively adding leverage to the whole chain. Once a node gets compromised, it’s not just about losing one pool—it can trigger a chain reaction. In plain terms: you think you’re just adding another layer on top of the house, but it might actually mean stacking more dominoes on the foundation.

My own approach? Even if the returns sound amazing, I have to ask myself first: do I truly trust this chain’s security model? Don’t just look at the annualized rate—check the liquidation mechanism, audit reports, and node distribution. If you can’t even get a hardware wallet, at least keep your private key secure and don’t click those “free airdrop” links.

Anyway, when chasing compounded returns, don’t include delusions too. Stay clear-headed—nothing beats that. I also need to remind myself not to get carried away. Slippage taught me: no matter how good the expectations are, you still have to make it out the door first.