Beyond the Audit - Fidesium

Beyond the Audit – Fidesium

In this episode of HardWired, Harry sits down with Bock from Fidesium to explore his background, the story behind the company, and why smart contract auditing has become such a critical part of crypto security.

By Harry Crabtree // June 23, 2026 @ 03:16 PM Make

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We discuss recent hacks, the realities of manual audits, and why operational security matters not just for teams building in Web3, but for anyone responsible for protecting capital, infrastructure, and trust.

We also look at how cyber security is evolving in crypto, what auditors are actually looking for, and why the gap between “looks secure” and “is secure” is often where the biggest risks live.

Some ideas explored:

Bock’s background and what led him into crypto security
The role Fidesium plays in smart contract auditing
Why manual audits still matter in an AI-driven world
What recent hacks reveal about common weaknesses in crypto
The importance of op sec for founders and teams
Where projects often underestimate security risk
How to think about security as a long-term discipline, not a one-off task
Why trust in crypto has to be earned, not assumed

A conversation about security, vigilance, and what it really takes to build safely in crypto.

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Harry Crabtree

Harry is a Web3 consultant and advisor with a background in crypto and blockchain dating back to 2017. Over the years, he’s worked across different parts of the space, building a perspective shaped by both the fast-moving nature of the industry and the people in it. His interest in Web3 has grown from early curiosity into a long-term focus on where the space is heading, what’s changing, and how founders, investors, and communities are shaping that future.