I use alby as my custodial solution, but I do not keep much in my wallet. In the near term, I am not going to set up my own LN node.
In December 2022, Draper predicted that Bitcoin will hit $250,000 by May/June of 2023. Now, he says by the end of 2024.
2024 Halving Date ETA: April 28, 2024
https://buybitcoinworldwide.com/halving/
I hope Draper is right.
The attack on crypto continues. The state of New York has been particularly aggressive in attacking crypto. Attacking the on ramps and off ramps to exchanges is particularly effective.
Here is the full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/13/signature-bank-third-biggest-bank-failure-in-us-history.html