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Crypto Weekly Recap is your go-to podcast for the latest news, trends, and developments in the cryptocurrency world. From major market moves to emerging projects and regulatory updates, we break it all down. Stay informed, stay ahead, and join us as we navigate the fast-paced world of crypto!

Fit Crypto Explorer is a technology podcast hosted by pittsjst, with 73 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

pittsjst hosts Fit Crypto Explorer, a technology show with 73 episodes published.

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  Case File #74: The Keys Stayed Safe—Everything Around Them Didn’t

  Aug 16, 202616 min

  Your private keys can stay secure and you can still get wrecked. This week, Crypto Sleuth looks beyond the seed phrase and into the expanding security perimeter surrounding your crypto. We break down the Trezor shipping-provider data breach that exposed personal information belonging to nearly 14,000 hardware-wallet customers—and why your home address should now be treated as crypto-security data. Then we investigate the Coreum/XRPL bridge exploit, where nearly 200,000 XRP was drained without compromising the XRP Ledger or stealing private keys. The failure was in the verification logic. We also dig into a growing AI threat: AgentBaiting. Malicious GitHub repositories disguised as legitimate AI Skills and MCP servers are creating a new attack path where scammers don’t just social-engineer people—they social-engineer the AI agents helping them. Plus: Why transaction simulations aren’t guarantees How to secure AI agents before giving them powerful permissions Why bridge security goes far beyond multisig What token approvals actually allow a smart contract to do Bitcoin, Ethereum, ETF flows, liquidity and the broader market ️ This week’s Avalanche outlook Why HundredCoin’s 100-hour mechanic demonstrates a bigger security principle: sometimes friction protects you The lesson from Case File #74 is simple: A secure private key does not automatically mean you have a secure crypto operation. Your identity. Your software. Your approvals. Your infrastructure. Your automation. It’s all part of the security perimeter.

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  Case File #73: The Blockchain Worked. Everything Around It Didn’t.

  Aug 10, 202616 min

  Case File #73 examines a recurring theme across modern cryptocurrency attacks: blockchain infrastructure can operate exactly as designed while surrounding systems fail. The episode covers the August 9 Coinsbuy incident spanning Ethereum and TRON, exploitation involving BTCPay Server and LND credentials, a macOS ClickFix malware campaign targeting cryptocurrency users, emerging security risks created by AI-controlled wallets, and research demonstrating transaction-simulation phishing. The overarching lesson is that crypto security increasingly depends on protecting the entire operational environment rather than focusing exclusively on seed phrases and private keys.

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  Case File #72: The Wallet Made the Seed. The Attacker Did the Math.

  Aug 3, 202624 min

  Case File #72 examines four security failures involving misplaced trust and uncontrolled authority. The lead segment covers Coinkite’s updated Coldcard security advisory concerning reduced entropy in seeds generated by affected firmware. The episode explains why updating firmware does not repair an existing seed and walks listeners through a careful wallet-migration process. Additional segments examine the $7.44 million Verus Protocol bridge exploit, an autonomous-AI security incident involving Hugging Face infrastructure and a fake IRS “Digital Asset Compliance Portal” campaign targeting cryptocurrency holders through physical mail, QR-code phishing and follow-up calls. The episode concludes with a Beginner’s Corner explaining the difference between restoring and migrating a seed, followed by a HundredCoin lesson connecting patience with safer transaction behavior.

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  The Signatures Were Valid. The System Was Compromised.

  Jul 27, 202639 min

  ️ Crypto Weekly Recap – Episode 71 Case File #71: The Signatures Were Valid. The System Was Compromised. This week on Crypto Weekly Recap, we examine three real-world attacks that prove modern crypto theft isn’t always about breaking blockchain technology—it’s about exploiting the trust surrounding it. We begin with the AFX bridge compromise, where approximately $24.15 million in USDC was drained after an attacker used enough apparently valid validator signatures to authorize a fraudulent withdrawal. What looked like a legitimate transaction exposed a much deeper operational security failure. Next, we break down ClickLock Stealer, a new macOS malware campaign that pressures victims into entering their own system passwords. Learn how fake verification pages, Terminal commands, and repeated password prompts can lead to stolen wallet files, browser sessions, and cryptocurrency. Finally, we explore EtherHiding, an emerging technique that uses a Polygon smart contract to help malware locate its command-and-control infrastructure. It is a fascinating—and concerning—example of attackers abusing public blockchain technology in ways many people have never considered. Also in this episode: • Weekly Market Snapshot • ️ Beginner’s Corner: Why a real password prompt doesn’t always mean it’s safe • HundredCoin Spotlight: Why patience can be a security feature—not just an investing strategy • ❤️ Community Shout-Outs celebrating the people helping educate, build, and protect the crypto community Whether you’re new to crypto or a seasoned investor, this episode will help you better understand how today’s attackers think—and how slowing down can often be your strongest defense. Remember: The technology didn’t necessarily fail. Trust did. ⸻ Follow Crypto Weekly Recap for new episodes every week covering: • Cryptocurrency security • Wallet protection • Crypto scams and phishing • Malware and supply-chain attacks • Blockchain exploits • Operational security • Market intelligence • Beginner crypto education I’m your host, U.S., your Hard Working Crypto Sleuth. Security First. Hype Last. Keep it .

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  Markets Recover. Scammers Don’t Sleep

  Jul 13, 202625 min

  Episode 69: Case File #69 – Markets Recover. Scammers Don’t Sleep. Markets may be recovering, but scammers never take a bull market off. In this week’s Crypto Weekly Recap, we examine why rising prices often create the perfect environment for social engineering, supply-chain attacks, and digital identity theft. This episode’s Security Reports cover two of the week’s biggest stories: 🚨 One Text Message Cost Him His Entire Digital Life A sophisticated social engineering attack began with what looked like a routine Apple Card fraud alert. Within minutes, the victim lost control of his phone, digital identity, financial accounts, and thousands of dollars. Learn how attackers exploit trust—not technology—and how to protect yourself before you’re targeted. 🚨 The Injective SDK Supply-Chain Attack Attackers compromised an official Injective software package, turning trusted developer tools into wallet-stealing malware. We explain how the attack worked, who was at risk, and why developers must secure their software supply chains just as carefully as their private keys. We’ll also break down: • The latest crypto and macro market conditions • Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Avalanche market updates • ETF flows, liquidity, leverage, and what they mean for investors • The growing security risks surrounding AI agents and automated wallets • Beginner’s Corner: Why you should never read a verification code to anyone over the phone • The HundredCoin Spotlight and why patience is one of the strongest security tools you have Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crypto veteran, this episode is packed with practical lessons to help you protect your digital identity, your wallets, and your financial future. Remember: Markets recover. Scammers don’t sleep.

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