According to Richard Teng, ensuring crypto security starts with individual responsibility. He highlights three essential self-custody practices for traders: always verify links to avoid phishing, double-check sources even when trusted, and never share your seed phrase. These steps are critical as increasing phishing attacks and scams directly impact the safety of digital assets and trading portfolios. Adhering to these security protocols can reduce the risk of loss and ensure long-term portfolio protection in the volatile crypto market (Source: @_RichardTeng on Twitter, May 16, 2025).