Crypto conference attendees are reportedly neglecting basic situational awareness and security measures, exposing themselves to potential exploitation by scammers at such events, as highlighted by Kraken's security chief Nick Percoco. He noted a concerning trend of attendees leaving their laptops and phones unlocked and unguarded, making them vulnerable while real-time wallet notifications are active. Scammers can easily infiltrate these events using false identities, and one common tactic is ‘juice jacking,’ where malicious USB charging stations compromise devices. Furthermore, unsecured WiFi networks present significant risks, as technical attendees often gather at these venues. Discussions around high-value trades among attendees have raised alarms, with incidents of in-person crypto theft on the rise. To mitigate these risks, it’s advised to use a burner wallet with limited funds for conference transactions. Percoco emphasizes the importance of being discreet to protect personal information and enhance overall security at these events.

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