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Ukey Releases Open-Source Firmware For The Core 26 Hardware Wallet
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Firmware version 1.5.0 is available on GitHub with developer setup instructions and a contribution process
HONG KONG, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UKey has released the source code for firmware version 1.5.0 of its UKey Core 26 hardware wallet. The release is part of the company’s work to open its hardware wallet firmware to public examination and developer contributions.
The source code is available in the firmware-core repository under bestyourwallet, UKey’s GitHub organization. Developers, security researchers, and users can examine the code under the repository’s applicable open-source licenses.
The repository includes core firmware, cryptographic and storage components, and a client. Its getting-started guide explains how to prepare a development environment, build an emulator, and run it locally. It also provides instructions for installing the client to communicate with UKey devices or the emulator.
UKey welcomes contributions through GitHub pull requests, including bug fixes, improvements, and new features. Developers can use the repository’s setup instructions to begin exploring the software and preparing contributions.
UKey is discussing arrangements for an independent security audit. Following the audit, the company plans to publish any resulting firmware changes together with support for reproducible builds.
Licensing varies by component. The repository lists GPLv3, LGPLv3, and MIT licenses, with individual terms applying to some files. Developers should consult the license documentation and relevant file headers when using, modifying, or redistributing the code.
Source code, setup instructions, and contribution information are available in the UKey Core Firmware repository.
About UKey
UKey develops hardware wallets, non-custodial wallet software, and offline recovery-backup products for digital asset self-custody.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What has UKey released?
UKey has released the open-source firmware version 1.5.0 for its UKey Core 26 hardware wallet.
Where can developers find the source code and contribute?
The source code is available on UKey’s GitHub organization, bestyourwallet, in the firmware-core repository. Developers can contribute via GitHub pull requests.
What are UKey's plans regarding security?
UKey is arranging an independent security audit and plans to publish resulting firmware changes and support reproducible builds.
First published on Fri, Sep 11, 2026
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