Ep. 521 Brian Oakes | Overcoming a $31.5M Crypto SIM Swap Hack

For episode 521, Brandon Zemp is joined by Brian Oakes author of Undermined, a gripping memoir that chronicles the harrowing experience of losing over $31 million in cryptocurrency to a targeted SIM swap attack. In the wake of this devastating theft, Oakes embarks on a journey of resilience, confronting the dark intersections of technology, greed, and vulnerability. Undermined is part financial thriller, part cautionary tale—offering a raw exploration of personal loss, the fight for justice, and the strength found in family and self-reinvention.   🔔 Sponsor:   This episode is brought to you by Galileo FX, the world’s top trading bot. Galileo uses advanced algorithms and customizable strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and operate 24/7, providing a significant advantage over traditional manual trading.   Go to https://galileofx.com to learn how you can start automating your trades today!   ⏳ Timestamps:   0:00 | Introduction 1:08 | Who is Brian Oakes? 2:31 | “Undermined” Book Summary 12:53 | Crypto Hacks 16:00 | What are SIM Swap attacks? 18:00 | Web3 advocate 21:13 | How to secure Crypto better 23:25 | How to buy “Undermined” 24:36 | Events & Conferences in 2025 25:58 | What’s next for Brian Oakes? 28:32 | Digibyte Community 33:08 | How to contact Brian Oakes   🎙 Brian Oakes Links:   🔗 Website: https://undermined.com  🔗 X: https://x.com/undermined2020  🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianoakes  🔗 Amazon: https://a.co/d/11APeiY     ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬●   📢 Disclaimer:   None of our content constitutes, nor is intended to act as financial advice. It’s important to always do your own research and due diligence before making any investment decision. Digital Assets and Cryptocurrencies are highly volatile and carry a considerable amount of risk.