Ep. 60: Crypto Kidnappings, Lost Keys, and Million-Dollar Bug Bounties

Forbes 30 Under 30 cybersecurity expert Yevheniia Broshevan discusses crypto security challenges, bug bounty programs, and the reality that 95% of Bitcoin has been mined while 11-18% is lost forever.

🔥 What You'll Learn:

• The concerning trend in crypto losses hitting $3 billion this year alone
• How bug bounties in Web3 can reach up to $10 million for critical vulnerabilities
• How operational security failures cause more crypto thefts than code vulnerabilities
• Why diversification is critical when storing digital assets
• The reality behind crypto kidnappings
• Real-world asset tokenization and the future of digital assetsKey management best practices

🎯 Guest Spotlight:

Yevheniia Broshevan – Co-Founder and CEO of Hacken, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, and Web3 security pioneer who has been active in crypto since 2014. Hacken, an end-to-end security and compliance partner for digital assets, has conducted security assessments for over 2,000 clients and operates a community of 50,000+ ethical hackers who have identified vulnerabilities worth millions.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Access control issues and private key leakage cause majority of crypto hacks
• Bug bounties in crypto can reach 5-10% of potential losses (millions in payouts)
• Hardware wallets, diversification, and proper key management are essential
• The industry lost $2.5 billion last year, $3 billion this year - trend is accelerating
• Phishing and social engineering remain the weakest links in crypto security

🚨 Critical Security Insights:

From penetration testing blockchain protocols to smart contract audits, Yev reveals the hidden vulnerabilities that put billions at risk. Whether you're a crypto investor, security professional, or curious about Web3 technology, this conversation delivers actionable intelligence you can't afford to miss.

💬 Comment: What's your biggest crypto security concern?

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Guest Links:

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