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Investigating DeFi hacks with ‘Code is Law’ co-director James Craig and Wildcat Finance co-founder Laurence Day

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The Crypto Beat episode 51 features James Craig and Laurence Day discussing the human, technical, and legal fallout of major DeFi hacks.

Summary

Episode 51 of The Crypto Beat, hosted by Kelvin Sparks, features James Craig, co-director of the documentary 'Code is Law,' and Laurence Day, co-founder of Wildcat Finance. They delve into the origins and making of the film, focusing on major DeFi hacks. The discussion covers the real human, technical, and legal consequences of these exploits, the fragility of money stemming from just a few lines of code, and the psychological toll on those affected. They also touch upon the rise of white hats, law enforcement blind spots, internet culture surrounding hacks (like schadenfreude), and why builders continue developing despite being hacked. A key theme explored is the emerging legal battleground between 'Code vs. Law.'

(Source:The Block)