Welcome to another exciting episode of Cybersecurity District. Today, we're diving into a hot topic—cryptocurrency and cybersecurity—with none other than Jean-Paul de Jong, a partner at BlockFo and a seasoned expert in cyber investigations and blockchain security.

With over 30 years of experience, Jean-Paul has worked with multinational enterprises, law enforcement, and intelligence organizations such as the British government and Europol. In 2018, he transitioned into the world of blockchain, where he now plays a key role in fighting cryptocurrency-related crimes.

In this episode, we discuss:

The mission of BlockFo in combating crypto crimes
Real-life cases, including how Hamas funding was tracked using blockchain
The challenges in recovering stolen crypto funds
The future of cryptocurrency in corporate finance
Tips for protecting your crypto investments

Jean-Paul also shares his journey from traditional IT roles to becoming a leader in blockchain, offering invaluable insights for both experienced professionals and newcomers to the field.

Key takeaways include the importance of hardware wallets, multi-factor authentication, and the growing demand for cybersecurity expertise in the blockchain industry.

Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:26) Jean-Paul de Jong’s background and experience
(01:20) The mission of BlockFo
(02:52) Challenges in resolving crypto crimes
(05:06) Real-life case study: Tracking Hamas funding
(08:07) Blockchain’s role in tracing transactions
(14:23) Jean-Paul’s transition to blockchain
(24:52) Cybersecurity for startups
(34:36) The future of BlockFo and corporate crypto transactions
(39:45) Tips for safeguarding your crypto
(51:52) Final message to CISOs

Don't miss this engaging and insightful conversation. Tune in to learn from one of the leading minds in cybersecurity.

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Laurens Jagt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurensjagt/

Jean-Paul De Jong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanpauldejong/

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