I’m thrilled to share that I recently had the opportunity to join Brandon Zemp on the BlockHash Podcast for Episode #521. In this episode, we delved into the harrowing experience of losing over $31 million in cryptocurrency due to a targeted SIM swap attack—a story I detail in my memoir,…
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Crypto Security and Physical Safety: Why You’re a Target Even If You Don’t Flaunt It
When people think about crypto security, they often focus on digital protections—hardware wallets, seed phrases, and private keys. But if you ignore physical security, you’re leaving yourself dangerously exposed. If you don’t consider yourself a target, then you already are one. This isn’t fearmongering—it’s reality. Whether you flaunt your crypto…
Smart Cars, Dumb Passwords: Why the Auto Industry Must Prioritize Cybersecurity
In an era where vehicles are becoming increasingly connected and reliant on digital systems, cybersecurity has emerged as a critical concern. A recent highlighted in HackRead, reveals that the automotive industry is alarmingly dependent on weak and reused passwords, leaving smart cars and critical systems vulnerable to cyberattacks. The Alarming…
If You Don’t Consider Yourself a Target, Then You Already Are One: Crypto, Wealth, and the Myth of Safety
In the world of crypto, security is often framed in terms of passwords, private keys, cold wallets, and multisigs. But there’s another dimension that too many overlook until it’s too late: physical security. If you’re reading this, you probably already know someone—or have heard of someone—who lost millions in a…
Embracing the Password-less Future with Digi-ID: A Secure Identity Solution from #DigiByte – $DGB $LTC $BTC #BuildonDigiByte
As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, the traditional username-password model is collapsing under the weight of phishing, credential stuffing, and data breaches. A password-less future isn’t just a futuristic concept—it’s quickly becoming essential. Digi-ID, an authentication protocol built on the DigiByte blockchain, offers a decentralized, cryptographic, and privacy-focused solution that…
UNDERMINED: The $31.5 Million SIM Swap That Changed My Life Forever
In December 2020, everything I knew was upended in a matter of minutes. It started like any other day, until my phone suddenly lost service. What I didn’t know then was that I had become the target of a highly coordinated SIM swap attack—one of the most devastating and personal…
Scaling Visibility Through Utility: Why Ongoing Application Development is Vital for #DigiByte’s Growth – $DGB $LTC $BTC
In the crowded world of cryptocurrencies, long-term exposure and adoption are driven not by hype—but by what a blockchain does. DigiByte is a sleeping giant in that sense: fast, secure, decentralized, and battle-tested. But to move from underdog to frontrunner, we must build. Because every real-world app isn’t just a…
May the 4th Be With #DigiByte: A New Hope in Blockchain – $DGB $LTC $BTC
In a galaxy not so far away — in fact, right here on Earth — a new Force is rising. It’s fast, secure, and decentralized. It’s not a lightsaber or a Jedi mind trick. It’s DigiByte. On this May the 4th, as we celebrate the power of the Force, let’s…
DigiByte: The Crypto for the Blue Collar Backbone of America – $DGB $LTC $BTC
Alright, y’all, let’s talk about something that ain’t your fancy Wall Street coin for silk-suited hedge fund folks. We’re talkin’ about DigiByte—the working man’s crypto. If Bitcoin’s the CEO in a corner office, then DigiByte’s out here swingin’ a hammer, layin’ down concrete, and keepin’ the lights on for the…
A Surprising Meeting Room Moment
Earlier this week, during a meeting, a colleague shared a video titled “Learn To Act As If Nothing Bothers You.” They mentioned it had been particularly impactful for them, especially when navigating high-pressure situations at work. Intrigued, I decided to watch the video and delve deeper into its message. Who…