This is A CRAZY Idea to Deal with Crypto Hacks | Chris Perkins

About this episode

Chris Perkins discusses the rise of crypto hacks and the implications of AI on cyber threats.

Chris Perkins is the incoming Head of Crypto at Franklin Templeton, following the acquisition of his firm 250 Digital Asset Management. In this conversation, we break down the surge in crypto hacks, why AI is accelerating cyber threats, the case for American "privateering" as an offensive strategy against crypto crime, how geopolitics and macro are shaping bitcoin markets, and what institutions are actually buying in crypto right now. ====================== Uphold is the easiest way to buy and sell crypto unlike any other platform allowing you to trade in just one step between any supported asset. Check them out at https://www.uphold.com/pomp/ This video includes a paid sponsorship with Uphold. I’m compensated by Uphold for promoting its products and services and may receive commissions from referrals. Terms apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Digital assets are risky and may result in the total loss of your capital. ====================== Arch Public is an agentic trading platform that automates the buying and selling of your preferred crypto strategies. Sign up today at https://www.archpublic.com and start your automated trading strategy for free. No catch. No…

People in this episode

Host: Anthony Pompliano

Guest: Chris Perkins

Topics covered

• crypto hacks
• AI and cyber threats
• privateering strategy
• bitcoin markets
• crypto regulation

Keywords

• crypto
• hacks
• AI
• privateering
• bitcoin
• regulation
• cyber warfare

Sponsors

Uphold, Arch Public

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Franklin Templeton, 250 Digital Asset Management

More episodes of The Pomp Podcast

• The Biggest Bitcoin Myths — And Why They're Dead Wrong | Chris Kline · June 9, 2026 · 19 min
• Will Bitcoin Keep Crashing?! | Anthony Pompliano · June 8, 2026 · 14 min
• Why Is Bitcoin CRASHING?! | Jordi Visser · June 6, 2026 · 58 min
• Why Is Bitcoin Digital Credit So Important? | Matt Cole · June 4, 2026 · 52 min
• Did Michael Saylor Give Up on Bitcoin? | Anthony Pompliano · June 3, 2026 · 13 min
• The Biggest Money-Making Opportunity Since Bitcoin? | Andrew Kang · June 2, 2026 · 1h 20m