Securing Crypto: Addressing New Threats on-Chain

Join us as our hosts break down recent crypto exploits to examine how malicious actors are leveraging emerging technologies alongside more traditional tactics to execute attacks. We unpack how these incidents unfolded, their broader implications for DeFi, and the growing role of AI in both offensive and defensive security.

We’ll highlight key trends shaping the threat landscape and outline practical considerations for developers and investors alike, from evolving risk frameworks to essential security best practices.

Episode Topics: 

[00:00] - Intro

[01:19] - News Rundown

[03:28] - About the Drift Hack

[08:22] - Covering the Kelp DAO Exploit

[13:35] - Social Engineering on-Chain

[18:10] - Exploring AI as A Factor

[22:19] - Protection & Prevention

[25:03] - Final Thoughts & Outro

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