a16z crypto(@a16zcrypto):Following a string of major DeFi exploits, we unpack what's driving the recent rise in hacks across crypto. a16z crypto GP Eddy Lazzarin and security engineer Matt Gleason join host Robert Hackett to take a closer look. Their argument: AI is not introducing entirely new vulnerabilities. It's making existing weaknesses easier to identify and exploit. The question is whether defenders can evolve as quickly as attackers. 00:00 Intro 00:57 The surge explained? 01:37 Did attackers use AI 04:19 How AI can help defend against attacks 09:16 The doomsday marketing debate 17:17 DeFi transparency: opportunities and challenges 21:00 Social engineering and how to stay safe @eddylazzarin @rhackett

2026.05.13 19:57

Following a string of major DeFi exploits, we unpack what's driving the recent rise in hacks across crypto. a16z crypto GP Eddy Lazzarin and security engineer Matt Gleason join host Robert Hackett to take a closer look. Their argument: AI is not introducing entirely new vulnerabilities. It's making existing weaknesses easier to identify and exploit. The question is whether defenders can evolve as quickly as attackers. 00:00 Intro 00:57 The surge explained? 01:37 Did attackers use AI 04:19 How AI can help defend against attacks 09:16 The doomsday marketing debate 17:17 DeFi transparency: opportunities and challenges 21:00 Social engineering and how to stay safe @eddylazzarin @rhackett