Inside the Rise of Crypto Wrench Attacks

Crypto security isn’t just about protecting wallets from hackers. Increasingly, the person holding the crypto can become the target.In this episode, David Sencil sits down with Dr. Marilyne Ordekian Panossian, incoming Assistant Professor at Durham University Law School and researcher in cryptocurrency cybercrime and regulation, to examine the growing threat of “wrench attacks” — physical attacks used to force crypto holders to surrender funds, private keys, passwords, or other credentials.Drawing from research into real-world cases, Marilyne explains how attackers identify potential victims, why peer-to-peer transactions can introduce additional risks, and how leaked KYC or personal data may expose crypto users to physical threats.The conversation also explores how organized crime networks are becoming involved, why technical knowledge alone may not keep users safe, and why holding large amounts of crypto on mobile wallets can create additional risk.Topics include: What defines a crypto wrench attack How attackers identify crypto holders KYC leaks and personal data exposure Why some regions are seeing more attacks The rise of organized crime networks Why many wrench attacks go unreported Why digital security alone isn’t enough How exchanges and service providers can reduce risk Practical safety precautions for crypto users The risks of publicly displaying crypto wealth Exchange responsibility following data breaches Marilyne also shares practical ways crypto holders can reduce their exposure, including limiting public information, spreading funds across different wallet types, strengthening personal data security, and avoiding keeping large amounts readily accessible.🎧 Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to catch more conversations with industry leaders, economists, and builders shaping the future of crypto and finance.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► OrangeRock: https://orangerock.com/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Why do politicians keep making stock trades that catch the market’s attention and should everyday investors be following them?Jackson Woods, co-founder of Altoneer, joins Alex Richardson to unpack how congressional stock trading actually works, how public disclosures are tracked, and why those trades continue to raise questions around transparency and potential conflicts of interest.They explore notable trades involving Nancy Pelosi and other members of Congress, the 45-day disclosure window, committee assignments, late filing penalties, and the challenges investors face when trying to follow political trades after they become public.The conversation also dives into prediction markets, concerns around access to non-public information, proposals to ban members of Congress from trading individual stocks, and whether stronger disclosure rules could change the system.Jackson also explains how Trade with Congress monitors political trading activity and what investors should consider before treating congressional trades as an investment signal.🎧 Listen to the full conversation for a deeper look at the intersection of politics, markets, investing, and transparency.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► OrangeRock: https://orangerock.com/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Bitcoin miners are increasingly turning toward AI and data centers, but that shift could create new opportunities for the miners who stay focused on Bitcoin.In this episode, David Sencil sits down with Karun Mackencherry, Senior Director of Mining Services at Compass Mining, to unpack what the AI boom could mean for Bitcoin mining economics.They discuss how major miners leaving the network could reduce mining difficulty, potentially improving conditions for remaining participants. Karun also breaks down the costs that matter most in mining, including hardware prices, hosting, electricity, and infrastructure.The conversation explores why Texas remains one of the most important Bitcoin mining hubs, why Compass Mining has no plans to pivot away from Bitcoin mining for AI, and where the industry could go next.Topics include: Why Bitcoin miners are shifting toward AI and data centers How miner exits could affect Bitcoin mining difficulty Mining profitability and hardware economics Hosting and electricity costs Why Texas remains a major Bitcoin mining hub Why Compass Mining is staying focused on Bitcoin Hash-rate products and mining investment funds How regulatory clarity could shape the industry As AI reshapes the economics of data centers and energy infrastructure, this conversation looks at whether the shift could ultimately strengthen the opportunity for Bitcoin miners who remain.🎧 Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to catch more conversations with industry leaders, economists, and builders shaping the future of crypto and finance.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► OrangeRock: https://orangerock.com/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

The Digital Sovereignty Alliance (DSA) is a nonprofit social welfare organization committed to advocating for public policies that support ethical innovation in decentralized technologies, blockchain, cryptocurrency, Web3, and artificial intelligence. DSA conducts research, organizes educational events, and promotes policies that prioritize public welfare and digital sovereignty.Adrian Wall is Managing Director of the Digital Sovereignty Alliance (DSA), where he is a leading voice on blockchain policy, digital asset regulation, and financial innovation. Adrian recently joined the Bitcoin.com News Podcast to talk about the Clarity Act, the DSA's mission and much more.The conversation in this episode highlights the immense benefits that statutory regulation would bring to the American digital asset industry, emphasizing that legal clarity and consistency are vital to unlocking hesitant investment capital. Adrian explains how formal rules of the road would trigger an innovation renaissance, forcing traditional banks to improve customer service to compete with faster, more reliable digital alternative ecosystems.Furthermore, a global perspective is explored, noting that while stablecoin adoption is driven by existential hyperinflation in developing nations, a proliferation of U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins ultimately solidifies America's geopolitical position and economic power projection tools.Adrian Wall's work bridges government, academia, and industry to advance responsible frameworks that promote innovation, transparency, and financial inclusion. Adrian directs DSA’s Learning Team, developing blockchain education programs for policymakers, universities, and financial institutions, and has advised on major bipartisan legislative efforts including the GENIUS Act and the Clarity Act.A frequent speaker at global policy and industry forums including the United Nations, Nacha, and the DC Blockchain Summit, his published work explores decentralized finance, stablecoins, and regulatory harmonization. Adrian holds an A.B. in Economics from Harvard College and a Public Leadership Credential from Harvard Kennedy School.To learn more visit discoverdsa.org.

FactBlock CEO Andrew Park joins David Sencil to discuss how Korea Blockchain Week has evolved and why KBW 2026 is leaning further into institutions, policy, real-world assets, stablecoins, tokenized equities, and B2B dealmaking.Park shares how KBW grew from a 400-person event in 2018 into one of Asia’s major crypto gatherings, and why this year’s event is introducing an Upbit Institutional Day as institutional participation becomes a bigger part of Korea’s digital asset landscape.The conversation also explores how Seoul itself becomes part of the KBW experience through side events, meetings, networking, and Korean culture.Topics include:How Korea Blockchain Week has evolved since 2018Why KBW 2026 is becoming more institutionalThe launch of Upbit Institutional DayRWAs, stablecoins, and tokenized equitiesKorea’s growing B2B crypto opportunityWhy business cards still matter in KoreaTips for first-time KBW attendeesHow FactBlock measures the long-term impact of KBWPark also explains why the real success of Korea Blockchain Week goes beyond attendance numbers and comes down to the partnerships, deals, and collaborations that continue after the event.🎧 Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to catch more conversations with industry leaders, economists, and builders shaping the future of crypto and finance.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/► OrangeRock: https://orangerock.com/

Who is actually capturing the value being created in crypto?In this episode, David Sencil sits down with Lorenzo Valente, Director of Research for Digital Assets at ARK Invest, to unpack a striking gap: centralized crypto companies generated roughly $70 billion in revenue in 2025, compared with only around $8 billion on-chain.Valente explains why centralized platforms are still closer to users, while many on-chain protocols continue to struggle with value accrual, token economics, and sustainable growth.The conversation also explores Hyperliquid, Pump.fun, Solana, and Ethereum, including whether aggressive token buybacks could limit long-term growth, why successful crypto apps may eventually launch their own chains, and where the next major wave of on-chain value could emerge.Topics include: The $70B vs. $8B crypto revenue gap Why centralized companies still capture more value Hyperliquid’s token buyback strategy Whether successful apps will launch their own chains Pump.fun and the future of crypto applications Solana’s battle for relevance Ethereum’s institutional advantage Real-world assets and institutional adoption Whether memecoins will remain a major crypto narrative Can on-chain protocols eventually close the gap, or will centralized companies continue capturing most of crypto’s economic value?🎧 Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to catch more conversations with industry leaders, economists, and builders shaping the future of crypto and finance.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Could Bitcoin’s biggest opportunity still be years away?In this episode, Alex Richardson sits down with Dr. Branimir “Brana” Vojcic, founder and editor of Bravo Cycles, to explore the long-term cycles shaping Bitcoin, stocks, gold, inflation, and the global financial system.Brana combines Elliott Wave analysis, time-based cycles, technical analysis, and price projections to identify potential turning points across major asset classes—and his Bitcoin outlook challenges one of the market’s most popular narratives.Rather than expecting a straight path toward $1 million, Brana sees the possibility of another major Bitcoin cycle low before a stronger bull market develops around 2030, with a potential longer-term target closer to $200,000.The conversation goes far beyond Bitcoin. Brana explains why he believes U.S. equities are historically expensive, what the Buffett Indicator may be signaling, why gold could have significant long-term upside, and how inflation, yields, geopolitical tensions, and market cycles could converge over the coming years.In this episode: Why financial markets tend to move in repeating cycles How Elliott Waves and time cycles can reveal potential turning points Why multiple cycles aligning can strengthen a market signal Why U.S. stocks may be historically overvalued Brana’s outlook for Bitcoin through 2028 and 2030 Why Bitcoin’s traditional four-year cycle may be changing Why he doesn’t expect Bitcoin to reach $1 million anytime soon The long-term case for gold What the Benner Cycle may be signaling Why 2030 could become a pivotal year across global markets How inflation, yields, equities, gold, and geopolitics may intersect Markets rarely move in straight lines. Understanding the bigger cycle may be just as important as predicting the next price move.Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Always do your own research before making financial decisions.🎧 Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to catch more conversations with industry leaders, economists, and builders shaping the future of crypto and finance.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Aptos Labs CEO and co-founder Avery Ching joins David Sencil to unpack how regulation, AI, and blockchain infrastructure are shaping the next phase of crypto and global finance.Ching explains why regulatory clarity in the U.S. matters for developers, how the Clarity Act could influence America’s competitiveness in blockchain and AI, and why clearer protections are needed to distinguish software builders from financial intermediaries.The conversation also dives into the growing role of AI in blockchain security. Ching breaks down how Aptos uses the Move programming language, layered defenses, human researchers, and AI agents to review code, uncover vulnerabilities, and reduce attack surfaces.They also explore what meaningful on-chain economic activity actually looks like, the difference between productive TVL and incentive-driven growth, and why institutional adoption and tokenization could become major drivers of blockchain’s next chapter.Topics include: Why crypto regulation matters for blockchain innovation Developer protections under emerging U.S. regulation How AI is changing blockchain security Aptos, Move, and layered security defenses Human researchers working alongside AI agents Measuring real on-chain economic activity Productive TVL vs. incentive-driven activity Institutional blockchain adoption Tokenization and the future of financial markets Aptos Labs’ next priorities Whether you’re interested in crypto regulation, AI security, blockchain infrastructure, or the future of finance moving on chain, this conversation offers a look at how Aptos is preparing for what comes next.🎧 Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to catch more conversations with industry leaders, economists, and builders shaping the future of crypto and finance.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

What does it really take to keep a large-scale Bitcoin mining operation running?In this episode, Compass Mining’s Curtis Harris, Senior Director of Growth, and Cameron Morsey, Director of Operations, unpack the business, infrastructure, and energy strategy behind Bitcoin mining.They explain how mining companies choose locations, secure competitive electricity rates, finance new sites, keep machines online, and manage operations when energy prices suddenly spike.You’ll also hear how uptime, utilization, and curtailment affect mining profitability, why miners can help make use of otherwise wasted energy, and how mining sites interact with local power grids and communities.Topics include:How large-scale Bitcoin mining operations workWhy low-cost energy is critical to miningUptime vs. utilizationHow miners respond to changing electricity pricesEnergy curtailment and operating costsBitcoin mining site financingMiner repairs and hardware upgradesS19 vs. S21 mining machinesHow Bitcoin miner prices track BTCRenewable and otherwise wasted energyERCOT, load zones, and electricity pricingBuilding long-term relationships with local communitiesWhether you’re a miner, investor, or simply curious about the infrastructure behind Bitcoin, this conversation offers a practical look at what keeps the Bitcoin network running behind the scenes.🎧 Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to catch more conversations with industry leaders, economists, and builders shaping the future of crypto and finance.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Bitcoin mining may be one of the most unexpected solutions to a major renewable energy problem: what happens when electricity has nowhere to go?In this episode, David Sencil sits down with Spencer Marr, President of Sangha Renewables, to explore how Bitcoin mining can turn stranded, curtailed, and distressed renewable energy into an economic opportunity.Marr explains why Sangha co-locates Bitcoin mining operations with solar and wind assets, how negative power prices and grid congestion impact renewable energy producers, and why miners can act as flexible buyers for electricity that might otherwise go unused.The conversation also dives into the rapidly growing competition between Bitcoin mining and AI data centers. Are they really competing for the same power? And can existing Bitcoin mining facilities simply be converted into AI or high-performance computing infrastructure?Topics include: How Bitcoin mining monetizes stranded renewable energy Why solar and wind projects face curtailment and negative power prices Bitcoin mining economics and hash price Why miners can act as flexible energy buyers Bitcoin mining vs. AI data centers Why AI and Bitcoin have very different infrastructure needs The challenges of converting mining sites into AI or HPC facilities Why power infrastructure is becoming increasingly valuable From Texas energy markets to the AI boom, this conversation explores how Bitcoin, renewable energy, and data centers are reshaping the economics of electricity.🎧 Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to catch more conversations with industry leaders, economists, and builders shaping the future of crypto and finance.Then join our community and follow us for the latest updates ⬇️► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoincomNews► X (Bitcoin.com): https://x.com/Bitcoincom► X (Bitcoin.com News): https://x.com/bitcoinnews► Telegram: https://t.me/www_Bitcoin_com► Discord: https://discord.gg/9NGNJEnwmW► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/► LinkedIn (Bitcoin.com News): https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/