If you own Bitcoin but you’re not 100% confident in your self-custody setup, this episode is for you...

In this conversation, I’m joined by George Varsamas, who lost more than 3 Bitcoin in a sophisticated phishing scam.

We cover:

- How the phishing attack actually happened
- The fake Ledger app that looked legitimate
- The mistake that drained his Bitcoin
- Why entering your seed phrase is always a red flag
- Why slowing down can save your stack
- What every Bitcoiner should do before moving serious money

Whether you’re new to Bitcoin or already holding your own keys, this episode could save you from making an irreversible mistake.

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