For episode 521, Brandon Zemp is joined by Brian Oakes author of Undermined, a gripping memoir that chronicles the harrowing experience of losing over $31 million in cryptocurrency to a targeted SIM swap attack. In the wake of this devastating theft, Oakes embarks on a journey of resilience, confronting the dark intersections of technology, greed, and vulnerability. Undermined is part financial thriller, part cautionary tale—offering a raw exploration of personal loss, the fight for justice, and the strength found in family and self-reinvention.
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⏳ Timestamps:
0:00 | Introduction
1:08 | Who is Brian Oakes?
2:31 | “Undermined” Book Summary
12:53 | Crypto Hacks
16:00 | What are SIM Swap attacks?
18:00 | Web3 advocate
21:13 | How to secure Crypto better
23:25 | How to buy “Undermined”
24:36 | Events & Conferences in 2025
25:58 | What’s next for Brian Oakes?
28:32 | Digibyte Community
33:08 | How to contact Brian Oakes
🎙 Brian Oakes Links:
🔗 Website: https://undermined.com
🔗 X: https://x.com/undermined2020
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianoakes
🔗 Amazon: https://a.co/d/11APeiY
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📢 Disclaimer:
None of our content constitutes, nor is intended to act as financial advice. It’s important to always do your own research and due diligence before making any investment decision. Digital Assets and Cryptocurrencies are highly volatile and carry a considerable amount of risk.
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