Nicolas Turnbull
Cryptocurrency NZ | Co-Founder
I’m Nicolas Turnbull, an entrepreneur and cryptocurrency enthusiast based in Ōtautahi, Christchurch. My cryptocurrency journey started in late 2019 with the rise of Dogecoin.
I am particularly interested in cryptocurrency mining, trading, crypto airdrops, and all aspects of decentralized finance (DeFi).
I co-founded Cryptocurrency NZ, a grassroots community organization that supports the physical and digital social infrastructure of NZ’s Bitcoin and crypto revolution. I dedicate many hours to writing guides on various topics.
Another project I co-founded is Crypto Consulting NZ alongside Sarn and Harry. We are three passionate crypto enthusiasts with 18+ years of combined experience, committed to simplifying the complexities of cryptocurrency for you. From wallet recoveries to educational consultations, our expertise covers a wide range of services designed to meet your needs.
Awards
Web3 Company of the Year, 2025
2024
Web3NZ of Callaghan Innovation
Authors Writings
Airdrop Scams Exposed | A Kiwi's Defense Plan (2025)
Airdrop scams in NZ trick users with fake sites, wallets, and tokens. Learn how these scams work and how to protect your crypto from fraud.
What is KYC? - New Zealand's Ultimate Crypto Guide (2025)
Learn about Know Your Customer (KYC), the process all regulated crypto service providers must require users to peform to comply with New Zealand Anti Money Laundering (AML) regulations - and what this means for you.
What is a 5$ Wrench Attack? – NZ's Crypto Guide (2025)
Learn about the $5 Wrench Attack in NZ and how to protect your Bitcoin and crypto from coercion, theft, and real-world threats.
The Tor Browser - New Zealand's Crypto Guide (2025)
Tor Browser hides your location and traffic via onion routing—learn what it is, who uses it, how to stay safe, and its limits for privacy-conscious crypto users.
What is Blockchain? – What is it? (2025)
A beginner’s guide to blockchain technology in NZ. Learn how blockchains work, their role in Bitcoin, other major blockchains, challenges, and real-world use cases.
What is SIM swapping? Best Way to Protect Your Crypto (2025)
SIM swap attacks can drain your crypto and lock you out of accounts. Learn what SIM swaps are, how to detect them, and steps to protect your assets.
"Seen Nicolas yesterday to sort my Trezor hard wallet & get certain tokens off exchanges to my Trezor. He was super helpful & did everything I asked, would highly recommend."Craig from Christchurch