Eddy Lazzarin, speaking on the a16z crypto podcast, highlighted the unique transparency challenges faced by the cryptocurrency industry in the wake of security breaches. Lazzarin noted that when crypto protocols are hacked, the financial losses are often immediately apparent, with figures like "millions or even billions stolen" creating a strong public reaction. This contrasts with traditional institutions, where data breaches are often described as "information leaks," making the true extent of damage less clear and easier to downplay. Lazzarin argued that while transparency is a hallmark of the crypto industry, it also places the sector at a disadvantage in terms of security narratives. The clear visibility of losses in crypto makes each security incident more pronounced, potentially amplifying the impact on public perception compared to traditional sectors where the damage can be more easily obscured.