Crypto Curious

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Are you crypto curious? Do you hear NFT and think WTF? Heard about Bitcoin and Ethereum but not sure where to begin? Then this is the podcast for you! Every Wednesday, Tracey and Blake break down the basics, unpack the latest trends, and share what’s catching their attention in the fast-moving world of crypto. Whether you want to keep up with the news, join the chat at the pub, or take your first steps into investing, this show is your go-to guide for all things crypto. Go from crypto curious to crypto caught-up with this weekly podcast — brought to you by Bamboo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2 days ago

    258 - $1.1 billion gone, a $16 billion exchange scandal & inside Ethereum security

    Crypto has had another wild week! Bitcoin surged back above $80,000 after the US midterms, only to give it all back as a tech sell-off wiped out $1.1 billion in leveraged crypto positions. And the US Treasury has just moved to cut one of the world's top 20 crypto exchanges off from the American financial system, over allegations it moved $16 billion in illicit funds. Plus, we're joined by a very special guest, Jock Haslam, founder of blockchain security firm Hashlock, for an inside look at Ethereum, crypto security and what the Binance hack tells us about the risks ahead. Let's get into it! 🚀 **** TIMESTAMPS 00:06 – This week's big stories: US midterm market whiplash, a $16 billion exchange scandal and our special guest. 02:22 – Meet Jock Haslam: How he went from the corporate security world to building one of Australia's leading blockchain security firms. 06:03 – What does a blockchain security firm actually do? Smart contract audits, $16.5 billion secured and why even one vulnerability can be costly. 08:07 – Are we at war with AI hackers? How AI agents are making it easier to find and exploit weaknesses in crypto projects. 12:19 – Could your hardware wallet be compromised? Jock explains the Ledger supply-chain concerns and how users can check their devices. 16:02 – What's changing inside Ethereum? Jock shares his perspective on the Ethereum Foundation's new structure and where development is heading. 18:45 – US midterm whiplash: Bitcoin's $80K rally, the $1.1 billion liquidation wipeout and why crypto followed the tech-stock sell-off. 22:28 – The MEXC controversy and the $16 billion question, plus tokenised stocks, rogue AI banking agents, Solana's new trading app, Zcash's accidental freeze and Jock's top security tips. **** Show notes: Hashlock X Hacklock LinkedIn Curious about our app? Try out the new Bamboo demo mode. OR try our new Micro-Investment Calculator Have you subscribed to the Crypto Curious Newsletter? **** If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member. If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up. Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here. Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    258 - $1.1 billion gone, a $16 billion exchange scandal & inside Ethereum security

  2. 4 Nov

    257 - Billions Stolen, AI-Style Betting & The NBA's Prediction Market Play

    Crypto made history this week. Unfortunately, not for all the right reasons! We're talking about Binance – the biggest crypto exchange on the planet, being hit by an estimated $6.3 BILLION hack. Yes, billion with a B. The biggest theft in crypto history, and investigators are pointing the finger at North Korea. But here's the extraordinary part: billions of dollars in stolen crypto were frozen within hours. So how did the hackers get in, and how did the industry fight back? And the hacks didn't stop there. Brazil's biggest crypto exchange, Mercado Bitcoin, has also reportedly been hit for more than $40 million, with deposits and withdrawals suspended. It's been a pretty rough week for crypto exchanges! And then there's the NBA. Just two weeks after warning fans about the dangers of betting on games, they've signed official partnership deals with prediction market giants Kalshi and Polymarket. Nothing says gamble responsibly quite like signing the bookies a fortnight later! Let's get into it! 🚀 **** TIMESTAMPS 01:45 Binance’s reported $6.3B hot-wallet theft 03:36 Customer balances, exchange reserves and frozen funds 05:50 How EIP-7702 and signing access may have enabled the attack 08:11 Brazil’s Mercado Bitcoin reports a $40M breach 11:04 NBA and WNBA prediction-market deals draw scrutiny 13:44 Short, sharp news bites **** Show notes: Curious about our app? Try out the new Bamboo demo mode. OR try our new Micro-Investment Calculator Have you subscribed to the Crypto Curious Newsletter? **** If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member. If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up. Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here. Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    257 - Billions Stolen, AI-Style Betting & The NBA's Prediction Market Play

  3. 28 Oct

    256 - Crypto Is Taking Over Finance: JPMorgan, AI Money & The Tokenization Fight

    If you ever doubted crypto was making its way into mainstream finance, this week might just change your mind. 🏦 The bank whose boss famously called Bitcoin a fraud is now putting its own digital dollars on public Ethereum. 🤖 Mastercard is opening the door for AI agents to make payments using stablecoins. 📈 And some of America's biggest companies are fighting to stop their own shares from being tokenised. So, we've got banks embracing blockchain, machines getting ready to spend money, and companies asking, "Hang on a minute, who said you could trade OUR shares?" Welcome to Crypto Curious, brought to you by the Bamboo App. I'm Tracey, and Blake is off this week, so I'm delighted to welcome back a friend of the show. He joined us for our monster rally episode back in August, manages digital assets for a living, and has known me and my husband for about 35 years — which means he's got plenty of stories he probably shouldn't tell! Ben Ritchie, welcome back and let's get into it! 🚀 **** TIMESTAMPS 2:40 JP Morgan backflip on crypto! Oh the irony... 7:48 Are we getting closer to the Matrix? AI strikes again! 13:10 Plot twist in tokenization stock story 20:55 Short, sharp news bites **** Show notes: Curious about our app? Try out the new Bamboo demo mode. OR try our new Micro-Investment Calculator Have you subscribed to the Crypto Curious Newsletter? **** If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member. If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up. Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here. Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    256 - Crypto Is Taking Over Finance: JPMorgan, AI Money & The Tokenization Fight

  4. 21 Oct

    255 - Richard Heart Arrested, Banks Busted & AI Goes Rogue

    Crypto had a week. And then some... 💎 Richard Heart: from crypto showman to custody: The flamboyant founder of HEX has been detained in Istanbul, with authorities reportedly seizing millions in cash, crypto wallets, firearms and enough designer bags to stock a boutique. We look at the allegations, the legal battle ahead and what it means for HEX holders. 🏦 Debanking wasn't just a conspiracy theory: For years, crypto businesses said banks were cutting them off without clear explanations. Now, a review by America's banking regulator has found restrictive policies at all nine of the major banks it examined. We unpack what the findings actually say, why they matter and what happens next. 🤖 When AI decides to spend someone else's crypto: An OpenAI model reportedly found and used someone else's wallet to access test crypto after its usual funding options failed. No real funds were lost, but the behaviour raises a much bigger question: what happens when AI agents have access to real money? Plenty to unpack, and as always, brought to you by Bamboo. Let's get into it 🚀 **** TIMESTAMPS 2:00 The big character of Richard Heart unravels... 6:13 Operation Chokepoint 2.0?? 9:28 AI agent spends crypto that was not its own 12:10 Short, sharp news bites **** Show notes: Curious about our app? Try out the new Bamboo demo mode. OR try our new Micro-Investment Calculator Have you subscribed to the Crypto Curious Newsletter? **** If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member. If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up. Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here. Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    255 - Richard Heart Arrested, Banks Busted & AI Goes Rogue

  5. 14 Oct

    254 - AI, spy wallets & 82 million digital dollars

    Welcome to the Crypto Curious podcast, brought to you by the Bamboo App. If you're new to crypto, check out our early episodes, where we break down the basics and help you get your head around the crypto world. Big week in crypto. And this time, the question is whether AI could crack the encryption protecting our crypto wallets — years before quantum computers were expected to pose a threat. An Ethereum researcher has warned the industry to prepare for “bunker mode”, and Vitalik Buterin has weighed in. So, how worried should we actually be? Then, a hardware wallet horror story. Devices sold through an official Ledger reseller allegedly had hidden spy modules inside, with around $87 million in crypto linked to the suspected attack. It's a reminder that sometimes the biggest security risk isn't the technology itself, but who you trust to supply it. And finally, a sign of just how mainstream crypto payments could become: Samsung is bringing USDC transfers to around 82 million eligible Galaxy phones in the US. No separate crypto app required. Let's get into it 🚀 **** TIMESTAMPS 2:03 The AI overlords are coming for your crypto! 5:50 Ledger hardware wallets take a reputational hit. 9:51 And a good news story - stablecoins are going mainstream 13:00 Short, sharp news bites **** Show notes: Curious about our app? Try out the new Bamboo demo mode. OR try our new Micro-Investment Calculator Have you subscribed to the Crypto Curious Newsletter? **** If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member. If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up. Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here. Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    254 - AI, spy wallets & 82 million digital dollars

  6. 8 Oct

    253 -💥BONUS EPISODE : He built 1inch in a weekend. What happened next?

    This week, we’re joined by Sergej Kunz, co-founder of 1inch and one of the early builders in DeFi. Sergej built the first version of 1inch at a hackathon in New York over a single weekend in 2019. Before crypto, he worked as a security engineer in Germany, including at Porsche. Now he’s launched Aqua, a shared liquidity layer designed to tackle one of DeFi’s biggest problems: fragmented and underused liquidity. We talk about the weekend that started 1inch, building through multiple crypto cycles, why so much liquidity sits unused, and what Aqua is trying to change. We also get into self-custody, the growing relationship between DeFi and traditional finance, and where Sergej thinks the industry is heading next. A fascinating conversation with someone who has been building in DeFi from the very beginning. Let's get into it 🚀 **** Talking Points: → The hackathon that started 1inch → Leaving a career in security engineering for crypto → Building through multiple market cycles → Why so much DeFi liquidity sits unused → What Aqua is actually trying to change → Why self-custody matters for liquidity providers → And where Sergej thinks DeFi is heading next **** Show notes: 1inch 1inchaqua 1inch on X Curious about our app? Try out the new Bamboo demo mode. OR try our new Micro-Investment Calculator Have you subscribed to the Crypto Curious Newsletter? **** If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member. If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up. Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here. Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    253 -💥BONUS EPISODE : He built 1inch in a weekend. What happened next?

  7. 7 Oct

    252 - Uptober: Banks Go Onchain, Blockchains Go Offline

    This week we've got a pretty good snapshot of where crypto is heading, because while the banks are finally getting serious about blockchain, some of the blockchains that promised to change finance are discovering that staying alive is actually quite difficult. First up, SWIFT; the system that moves money between pretty much every bank on Earth, has switched on its own blockchain ledger, with 17 major banks already piloting it. And yes, there's a very familiar Australian name in that group. Then we've got Blast. A blockchain that once had more than $2.3 billion locked on it is shutting down, with users given just three weeks to get their money out. At its peak it was making millions a month. Last month it made $1,793. And finally, Tether is facing some pretty uncomfortable questions from the US Senate, with an investigation claiming USDT has become a major tool for Iran to get around sanctions. Tether, unsurprisingly, has some things to say about that. Let's get into it 🚀 **** TIMESTAMPS 1:58 Swift - the plumbing of global crypto finance - switches on its blockchain 7:09 Blast announces it's shutting down 9:22 Tether gets super uncomfy!!! 12:02 Short, sharp news bites **** Show notes: Curious about our app? Try out the new Bamboo demo mode. OR try our new Micro-Investment Calculator Have you subscribed to the Crypto Curious Newsletter? **** If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member. If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up. Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here. Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    252 - Uptober: Banks Go Onchain, Blockchains Go Offline

  8. 30 Sept

    251 - The $387M Hack, Stocks on Aave & Europe's Digital Euro

    Welcome back to the Crypto Curious. This week we've got 3 big stories to cover - starting with a $387 million attack on Bitget, allegedly linked to North Korean hackers — but the really interesting part might be what Bitget did next, and the crisis playbook it had ready to go. Then, your stocks just went DeFi. Coinbase's tokenized shares are now being accepted as collateral on Aave, bringing traditional assets directly into the world of decentralised lending. And finally, Europe is switching on the digital euro. The ECB has activated its first live system, with a 2029 launch target — and potentially some pretty big implications for how Europeans pay, move and hold money. So, we've got a crypto heist, Wall Street moving deeper into DeFi, and the euro getting a digital upgrade. Let's get into it 🚀 **** TIMESTAMPS 1:33 Bitget get drained $387m 5:39 Coinbase tokenized stocks are now LIVE! 8:08 When everybody looked right, the birth of the digital Euro went left... 12:26 Short, sharp news bites **** Show notes: Curious about our app? Try out the new Bamboo demo mode. OR try our new Micro-Investment Calculator Have you subscribed to the Crypto Curious Newsletter? **** If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member. If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up. Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here. Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    251 - The $387M Hack, Stocks on Aave & Europe's Digital Euro
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Are you crypto curious? Do you hear NFT and think WTF? Heard about Bitcoin and Ethereum but not sure where to begin? Then this is the podcast for you! Every Wednesday, Tracey and Blake break down the basics, unpack the latest trends, and share what’s catching their attention in the fast-moving world of crypto. Whether you want to keep up with the news, join the chat at the pub, or take your first steps into investing, this show is your go-to guide for all things crypto. Go from crypto curious to crypto caught-up with this weekly podcast — brought to you by Bamboo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Channel
    Equity Mates Media
  • Creator
    Bamboo App
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    263
  • Rating
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