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Data Breaches, Crypto Scams, and Digital Preparedness - Episode 5
Season 1 Episode 5
Data Breaches, Crypto Scams, and Digital PreparednessWelcome to the Privacy and Freedom Podcast—your essential guide to staying secure in the digital age. In this episode, we dive into recent data breaches, crypto scams, and smart tools to protect your privacy and investments.First, we break down the AT&T data breach that hit in June 2025, exposing 86 million customer records—including decrypted Social Security Numbers—thanks to a vulnerability in the Snowflake cloud platform. This major leak highlights the real risks of identity theft and fraud.Next, we spotlight the 23andMe genetic data breach, which affected nearly 7 million users through credential stuffing attacks. Sensitive genetic data was exposed, raising serious privacy concerns. We also discuss the LexisNexis breach, where 364,000 Americans had names, SSNs, and driver’s license numbers stolen via a GitHub exploit—emphasizing the need for data broker oversight.Crypto scams are on the rise too. We share a real story about a friend whose Coinbase account was hacked, nearly costing them $25,000 through social engineering and fraudulent bank transfers. Learn 11 essential tips to avoid crypto scams, from using reputable exchanges to enabling 2FA and never clicking on suspicious links.In crypto news, we cover the Crypto Basket feature in the Crypto.com app—letting you build custom portfolios, track historical performance, and invest strategically.For preparedness, we stress the importance of mindset, as taught in my book The Preparedness Roadmap. No one can sell you a mindset—you have to build it. Book: https://amzn.to/4mXe5gyFinally, Proverbs 4:23—“Above all else, guard your heart”—reminds us to protect our thoughts, emotions, and values just as carefully as our online data.Subscribe, like, and give us a 5-star review to stay informed and empowered. Don’t miss it!Email: info@privacyandsecurity.com
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