About this episode

Rafael LaVerde discusses the foundational aspects of crypto with Paul Puey, focusing on privacy, security, and the features of Edge Wallet.

When I talk about what matters most in crypto , it’s easy to get lost in price charts, hype cycles, and the latest shiny coin that promises to change the world. But if you strip all that away, when you peel back the layers of noise and speculation, you’re left with the foundation—privacy and security. That’s why for years, without any affiliate deal or paid promotion, I’ve told people: download Edge Wallet. It’s what I recommend from the jump. Not because it’s trendy, but because it embodies the core values of crypto. Edge has consistently pushed the envelope on what real self-custody, privacy, and usability should look like. I sat down with Paul Puey, CEO of Edge, and the conversation was one of the most engaging I’ve had in a while. Paul is one of those builders who doesn’t just chase whatever gets the most headlines—he’s focused on the deeper infrastructure and philosophy that makes crypto worth defending in the first place. We discussed features like duress mode, which allows you to unlock a “decoy” account under pressure, keeping your real funds safe. In a world where physical threats are a reality for people holding crypto, this is more than a gimmick—it’s an essential…

People in this episode

Host: Rafael LaVerde

Guest: Paul Puey

Topics covered

• crypto
• privacy
• security
• self-custody
• wallet features
• decentralized exchanges

Keywords

• crypto
• privacy
• security
• Edge Wallet
• self-custody
• decentralized exchanges
• duress mode

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Organizations: Edge

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