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The Web3 world is filled with both opportunities and risks. This topic will provide you with a comprehensive analysis of security incidents in Web3, uncover common attack methods and vulnerabilities, and offer practical asset protection strategies and guidance.

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PayFi: The DeFi Settlement Infrastructure Connecting the Crypto World with Real-World Payments
Intermediate
Technology
Tutorial
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PayFi: The DeFi Settlement Infrastructure Connecting the Crypto World with Real-World Payments

Explore how PayFi builds an on-chain settlement network connecting stablecoin issuers, DeFi protocols, and payment merchants through a modular architecture. This article details its core mechanisms, technical architecture, and typical application scenarios, analyzing how it enhances on-chain payment efficiency, reduces costs, and enables cross-chain settlement — becoming a bridge between real-world payments and the crypto ecosystem.
5/22/2025, 8:55:47 AM
Must-Have Tools for Believe: Token Radar, Data Dashboard & Rug Pull Dev Detection
Intermediate
Blockchain
Security

Must-Have Tools for Believe: Token Radar, Data Dashboard & Rug Pull Dev Detection

Article parsing even developers with a high number of fans and reputation scores face the challenge of market cold start, while also introducing several essential tools to help users better screen for high-quality tokens and avoid risks.
5/21/2025, 3:43:18 AM
Deep Analysis of Miden: A High-Performance Zero-Knowledge Virtual Machine Architecture Based on STARK
Intermediate
Technology
Tutorial
+1

Deep Analysis of Miden: A High-Performance Zero-Knowledge Virtual Machine Architecture Based on STARK

An in-depth analysis of the Miden virtual machine architecture launched by Polygon Labs, exploring how it achieves high-performance, scalable, and privacy-friendly ZK-Rollup solutions through STARK zero-knowledge proof technology, helping Web3 infrastructure advance into a new era.
5/16/2025, 2:01:02 AM
Get Rich or Get Wrecked?
Intermediate
Security

Get Rich or Get Wrecked?

This year's memecoin frenzy has been a major focus in the crypto market and across various blockchain ecosystems. Since the beginning of the year, the Solana ecosystem has seen the rise of many high-performing memecoins and memecoin launch platforms like Pump.Fun, attracting a large number of users to issue and trade various meme tokens. Memecoin trading has also been booming in other ecosystems, such as SunPump in the TRON ecosystem, which earned a net profit of over one million dollars within two weeks, and the BNB Chain's launch of the "Meme Innovation Battle." However, with the memecoin boom comes a wave of potential security risks that users need to be wary of. Previously, Beosin conducted a detailed security analysis of memecoin launch platforms, warning users in advance about centralization risks in platforms like Dexx, and auditing several platforms including Tokr.fun, Pumpup, and Pump404. Today, from a security perspective, we will analyze the common risks and malicious tactics found in memecoins, he
4/27/2025, 3:21:49 AM
What is Orochi Network? All You Need to Know About ON
Intermediate
Blockchain
Security

What is Orochi Network? All You Need to Know About ON

Orochi Network is a protocol that uses zero-knowledge proof and cryptographic technologies to create solutions that facilitate a verifiable data infrastructure, ensuring data integrity through privacy and confidentiality.
4/27/2025, 2:41:46 AM
Web3 Security Beginner’s Guide: How to Ensure Clipboard Security?
Intermediate
Security
Blockchain

Web3 Security Beginner’s Guide: How to Ensure Clipboard Security?

Clipboard security is a highly overlooked but risky issue in the Web3 and cryptocurrency space. This article explores how clipboards work, the potential risks involved, and how simple actions, such as clearing clipboard content, can help reduce these risks.
4/24/2025, 1:26:31 AM
ZK Collapsed: How Are the Four Kings of Layer 2 Holding Up Now?
Intermediate
Layer 2
Technology
+1

ZK Collapsed: How Are the Four Kings of Layer 2 Holding Up Now?

The price of the ZKsync token, ZK, plummeted due to a security incident. Attackers used an airdrop distribution contract's admin account to mint a large number of unclaimed airdrop tokens and sell them on-chain. This incident not only exposed vulnerabilities in ZKsync’s contract management but also sparked widespread discussion about the security and reliability of Layer 2 technologies.
4/22/2025, 6:38:43 AM
ZKsync’s $5 Million Token Theft Triggers Price Crash, A Fallen L2 Star in Chaos
Beginner
Altcoins
Security

ZKsync’s $5 Million Token Theft Triggers Price Crash, A Fallen L2 Star in Chaos

ZKsync's $5 million token theft triggered a price crash and reignited concerns about Layer 2 security. This article unpacks the incident, community reactions, and the broader ecosystem crisis—revealing how this once-celebrated project fell into a crisis of trust, as Layer 2 faces a bubble of hype and existential anxiety over real value.
4/21/2025, 7:03:11 AM
Concordium Explained: A Layer-1 Blockchain Built for Regulation
Intermediate
Security
Zero-Knowledge Proof

Concordium Explained: A Layer-1 Blockchain Built for Regulation

Explore Concordium, the Layer-1 blockchain with built-in identity, privacy-preserving tech, and regulatory compliance for the next era of Web3 and DeFi.
4/21/2025, 2:39:19 AM
What is KernelDAO (KERNEL)?
Intermediate
Liquid Staking
Blockchain
+3

What is KernelDAO (KERNEL)?

KernelDAO enhances blockchain security and staking efficiency through restaking, liquid staking, and automated yield strategies.
4/17/2025, 3:39:12 PM
Exploring SEAL - Sui's Innovative Decentralized Data Security Solution
Intermediate
Security
Technology

Exploring SEAL - Sui's Innovative Decentralized Data Security Solution

SEAL aims to provide secure data encryption and access control through decentralization, helping developers create decentralized applications (DApps) without relying on a single trusted entity. The article details SEAL from various perspectives, including technical architecture, application scenarios, developer experience, and future outlook.
4/14/2025, 7:50:29 AM
5 ETH Leveraged $6.5M in Voting Power: Arbitrum Election Turmoil Opens Pandora’s Box of DAO Governance
Intermediate
Blockchain
Security
+1

5 ETH Leveraged $6.5M in Voting Power: Arbitrum Election Turmoil Opens Pandora’s Box of DAO Governance

A 5 ETH maneuver leveraged $6.5 million worth of ARB voting power, triggering a DAO governance crisis amid the Arbitrum election saga. This article analyzes how the rise of vote markets challenges decentralized governance models, exposing the pressing need for structural reform in DeFi governance frameworks.
4/14/2025, 5:47:09 AM
The Biggest Heist in Crypto History: Inside Lazarus Group
Beginner
Macro Trends
Security

The Biggest Heist in Crypto History: Inside Lazarus Group

This article investigates one of the largest crypto thefts in history, revealing how the Lazarus Group carried out a massive attack on Bybit. It explores the group's background, highlights other major security breaches affecting crypto exchanges, and explains common hacking techniques and laundering strategies. Practical tips are also provided to help users better protect their digital assets.
4/9/2025, 9:07:45 AM
What Are Multisig Scams and How Can Users Protect Themselves?
Intermediate
Wallets
Security

What Are Multisig Scams and How Can Users Protect Themselves?

Multisignature (multisig) technology has greatly improved the security and flexibility of cryptocurrency storage. By eliminating the single point of failure associated with private keys, it lays a strong foundation for asset management, enterprise applications, and innovative financial services. However, like any complex system, multisig can also become a target for attackers, and scams involving it are becoming increasingly common. This article explores the advantages and risks of multisig solutions and provides practical safety tips to help users fully leverage the benefits of multisig wallets while minimizing potential threats.
4/8/2025, 1:13:02 AM
Gate Research: Security Incident Summary for March 2025
Advanced
Security
Research

Gate Research: Security Incident Summary for March 2025

Gate Research: In March 2025, the Web3 industry experienced eight security incidents, resulting in total losses of $14.43 million—a significant decrease compared to the previous month. The majority of attacks involved smart contract vulnerabilities and account compromises, accounting for 62.5% of all crypto-related incidents during the period. Major cases included a $5 million exploit targeting 1inch (with 90% of the stolen funds recovered) and two separate attacks on Zoth involving a contract flaw and a private key leakage, leading to combined losses of $8.575 million. In terms of blockchain distribution, only one project this month reported losses on the public blockchain BSC.
4/7/2025, 5:20:37 AM

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