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Jeff Lunglhofer on Cybersecurity at Coinbase (EP.511)
Mar 18, 2024
Join the discussion with Coinbase's Chief Information Security Officer, Jeff Lunglhofer, on cybersecurity risk, Bitcoin ETF impact, multi-factor authentication, phishing protection, passkeys improving log-in flow, and bug bounty programs at Coinbase. Explore the balance between innovation and security, vulnerabilities of SMS authentication, advantages of UBICI and Google Authenticator, and enhanced security measures at Coinbase.
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Quick takeaways
- Implementing bug bounty programs enhances cybersecurity at Coinbase.
- Coinbase emphasizes stringent controls to safeguard customer assets in the custodial business.
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Jeff Lunglhofer's Career Path to Coinbase and the Future of Cryptocurrency
Jeff Lunglhofer, the Chief Information Security Officer of Coinbase, shared his journey to the company, beginning with experience at a multinational consulting firm and a large custodian institutional bank. He highlighted the need for personal growth, leading him to explore cybersecurity in blockchain and crypto, believing in their potential to revolutionize finance. Lunglhofer stressed the mission of empowering individual consumers with control over their wealth, expressing excitement for learning new technologies in the crypto space.
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