Smart Contract Security Mistakes | João Andrade

Lovely listener, share with us your thoughts! João Andrade, Head of Cybersecurity at Hacken, reveals the costly smart contract vulnerabilities and blockchain security mistakes that have drained millions from Web3 projects. Learn how MiCA and DORA regulations are reshaping crypto compliance and why prevention-first security frameworks matter more than ever.João shares his 12-year blockchain journey from accidentally mining Bitcoin in 2012 (and losing 5 BTC) to building enterprise-grade security and compliance frameworks for decentralized systems. This deep dive covers smart contract attack surfaces, the difference between startup and enterprise security approaches, real-world asset tokenization reality checks, and how aviation safety principles apply to blockchain cybersecurity.⏱️ KEY TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction4:08 At what point did you realize that crypto is becoming more than a hobby7:18 What are the biggest milestones or growing pains in the cryptocurrency industry today14:05 Security is the biggest concern for Hacken. It's our biggest concern18:15 Joao has worked in startups and large scale organizations on security issues23:32 I'd like to get your take on what's happening with regulations regarding cryptocurrencies27:07 Another topic I'd like to get your opinion on is real world asset tokenization33:06 Being a pilot impacts your perspective on security and cybersecurity and blockchain35:27 Alex says he has some advice for people in 2012 about bitcoin mining👤 ABOUT THE GUESTJoão Andrade is Head of Cybersecurity & Compliance at Hacken, a blockchain security veteran since 2012, and a licensed pilot. He brings over a decade of experience helping shape blockchain compliance frameworks and securing decentralized systems across Europe and the U.S.Connect with João on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaoblockandrade/#BlockchainSecurity #SmartContractSecurity #CryptoRegulation #Web3Cybersecurity #FintechPodcast🎙️ Subscribe for weekly episodes on fintech, AI, and innovation🌐 Website: https://curiositycodepodcast.com/📱 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akhomyakov/🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/curiosity-code🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-curiosity-code-podcast/id1748596092