25 Feb 2026
1h 42m

Zero Crypto at Home: Bankless in the Age of Wrench Attacks and Phishing | Jameson Lopp and Beau

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Bankless

The podcast addresses rising security concerns among crypto investors, focusing on practical tactics to defend against both digital and physical attacks. It emphasizes that the greatest threats are still trusted third parties and unaudited smart contracts. Digital security measures discussed include wallet segregation, password managers, and hardware keys like YubiKeys. The conversation highlights the increasing sophistication of phishing attacks and social engineering, urging caution and authentication of communication channels. Regarding physical threats like wrench attacks, the podcast advocates for a "Zero Crypto at Home" strategy, employing multi-sig wallets, geographically distributed keys, and robust home security measures to deter attackers. While acknowledging the complexities and potential setbacks to the bankless vision, the speakers champion self-custody as the ultimate path to sovereignty and freedom.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction, Current Threats

Part 2: Digital Security, Phishing Defense

Part 3: Social Engineering, Authentication

Part 4: Physical Attacks, OSINT

Part 5: Zero Crypto at Home Strategy

Part 6: Home Hardening, Physical Defense

Part 7: Privacy, Compliance, Sovereignty

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