Wednesday, April 24, 2024

189: ZKasino Rugpull

 The ZKasino project recently exit scammed over 33 million dollars worth of Ethereum. 

he recent debacle surrounding ZKasino offers valuable lessons for anyone involved in cryptocurrency investments. As investors and users grapple with the aftermath of the $33 million rug pull, it's essential to reflect on the warning signs that preceded the collapse and what can be learned from them.

    One of the earliest red flags was the founder's questionable past, including involvement in failed projects like ZigZagExchange. Prioritizing due diligence on the team behind a project can reveal potential risks and help investors assess the credibility of their claims.

     ZKasino touted advanced technologies like zkSync while operating on a more basic network. Such inconsistencies should prompt investors to scrutinize a project's claims and verify the accuracy of its technological capabilities.

    The sudden cancellation of token listings without clear explanations should raise concerns about the project's stability and integrity. Investors should be wary of projects that fail to communicate openly and transparently about significant developments or changes in plans.

    Reports of unpaid employees and contractors, as well as allegations of mismanagement within the team, can indicate underlying issues within a project. Investors should pay attention to such allegations and conduct thorough research before committing funds.

    Projects that make inflated promises of high returns with little substance behind them should be approached with caution. Investors should critically evaluate the feasibility of a project's goals and assess the likelihood of achieving them.

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