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<><>As blockchain adoption accelerates, so do the sophistication and scale of on-chain threats, including scams, exploits, money laundering, and sanctioned activities. Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK's threat intelligence models.</> This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<><>As blockchain adoption accelerates, so do the sophistication and scale of on-chain threats, including scams, exploits, money laundering, and sanctioned activities. Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation.&nbsp;<>SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK’s threat intelligence models.</>&nbsp;This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

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<><>Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK's threat intelligence models.</> This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<><>Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsights addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK's threat intelligence models.</> This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<>As blockchain adoption accelerates, so do the sophistication and scale of on-chain threats, including scams, exploits, money laundering, and sanctioned activities. Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK's threat intelligence models.</> This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<>As blockchain adoption accelerates, so do the sophistication and scale of on-chain threats, including scams, exploits, money laundering, and sanctioned activities. Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsights addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK's threat intelligence models.</> This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<>As blockchain adoption accelerates, so do the sophistication and scale of on-chain threats, including scams, exploits, money laundering, and sanctioned activities. Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation.&nbsp;<>SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK’s threat intelligence models.</>&nbsp;This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<>As blockchain adoption accelerates, so do the sophistication and scale of on-chain threats, including scams, exploits, money laundering, and sanctioned activities. Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation.&nbsp;SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK’s threat intelligence models.&nbsp;This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<>Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK's threat intelligence models.</> This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<>Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK’s threat intelligence models.</> This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<>Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsight addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK’s threat intelligence models.</> designed to enhance security, compliance, and transparency across the blockchain ecosystem. It leverages a real-time API framework to deliver actionable insights by aggregating, classifying, and analyzing data from wallets, smart contracts, and transactions.</><>

<>Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsight is CertiK's on-chain intelligence and risk analytics platform</> designed to enhance security, compliance, and transparency across the blockchain ecosystem. It leverages a real-time API framework to deliver actionable insights by aggregating, classifying, and analyzing data from wallets, smart contracts, and transactions.</><>

<>Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation. <>SkyInsights addresses this gap by providing structured entity-behavior labeling and risk analytics backed by dynamic on-chain telemetry and CertiK's threat intelligence models.</> This empowers developers, compliance teams, and security platforms to make faster, data-driven decisions in identifying high-risk entities, preventing fraudulent activity, and enforcing regulatory and protocol-level security standards.</><>

<>Traditional monitoring systems lack the granularity and real-time context required for effective detection and mitigation.&nbsp; <>SkyInsight is CertiK's on-chain intelligence and risk analytics platform</> designed to enhance security, compliance, and transparency across the blockchain ecosystem. It leverages a real-time API framework to deliver actionable insights by aggregating, classifying, and analyzing data from wallets, smart contracts, and transactions.</><>

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Prediction markets crossed into the mainstream in 2025, with annual trading volume growing 4x and a small number of dominant platforms emerging. Kalshi, Polymarket, and Opinion now control the vast majority of global volume, each pursuing distinct regulatory and technical strategies.

2026 Skynet Prediction Markets Report

In 2025, wrench attacks unfortunately crossed a critical threshold. What was once treated as an edge-case risk has become a structural threat to digital asset ownership. Attackers are no longer acting opportunistically; they are operating as organized, transnational groups that combine OSINT-driven targeting, social engineering, and extreme physical violence to extract private keys. 

Skynet Wrench Attacks Report

Welcome to the 2025 Skynet Hack3D Report! This report offers deep dives into the exploits, vulnerabilities, and trends that define blockchain and smart contract security. They’re an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the current landscape of Web3 security. Each report contains detailed incident analyses, technical insights, and the most comprehensive statistics on hacks, scams, and exploits in the entire Web3 industry.

Hack3d: The Web3 Security Report 2025

This report summarizes the legal mechanics, market-structure impacts, and operational requirements of this new regime. It also examines the remaining fragmentation at the state level (the ‘Preemption Gap’) and shows how a de facto ‘Universal Baseline’ of cybersecurity and AML/CFT expectations now governs multi-state operators. 

Skynet U.S. Digital Asset Policy Report

This report introduces the Skynet DAT Security & Compliance Framework, a model that moves beyond surface-level metrics to provide an assessment of a DAT's operational integrity. By analyzing five critical pillars: Custodian & Third-Party Diligence, Internal Controls & Operational Security, On-Chain Risk Exposure, Capital Strategy Resilience, and Regulatory & Disclosure Posture, the framework reveals significant disparities in the quality and resilience of leading firms.

2025 Skynet Digital Asset Treasuries (DAT) Report

In DeFi, oracle failures can cause financial losses within a system that broadly accepts risk. Enterprise DLT operates in a different world. The assets are physical. The counterparties are regulated. The consequences are legal.

The Enterprise DLT Oracle Challenge

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Types of stablecoins, how they work, use cases, and common risks, including de-pegs, liquidity, and compliance. Learn more about stablecoins before you transact with them. 

What are Stablecoins? 

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2026 represents a critical juncture in the security of digital assets. As the crypto ecosystem continues to institutionalize, threats are evolving, driven by the industrialization of artificial intelligence and the emergence of new vulnerabilities. 

Top Crypto Security Vectors to Look Out For in 2026

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Learn more about the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), which provides licenses for virtual asset services located in Dubai. CertiK works with VASPs at every stage of the VARA licensing process.

How VARA is Enabling Global Crypto in Dubai

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An overview of regulatory developments in the United States in January 2026, including the Senate Banking draft, GENIUS Act implementation, and the SEC “Task Force” transition. 

Navigating the 2026 Winter of U.S. Crypto Legislation

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On 30 January 2026, Gyroscope announced via their X account that they had paused liquidity pools due to an issue with their cross-chain contract. The issue led to losses of 6M Gyro Dollar (GYD) tokens with approximately $807k of liquidity extracted by the attacker. 

Gyroscope Incident Analysis

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This post focuses on security areas that matter the most in real Lightning dApps. It is written from an audit perspective: what consistently causes loss of funds and stuck funds, common attack surfaces, and how developers can prevent them.

Building Secure Lightning Network dApps: Best Practices and Secure Check Lists

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Learn more about Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) and how they are helping merge Web3 and physical infrastructure to create new possibilities. 

What are Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePINs)? 

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As conversations at the 2026 World Economic Forum at Davos-Klosters, Switzerland continue to influence how global leaders engage with emerging technologies, one message is becoming increasingly clear: Web3 is entering a new phase defined by institutional participation, regulatory engagement, and long-term infrastructure. 

CertiK’s Path Forward: Advancing Trust, Transparency, and Web3 Infrastructure

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The Top 20 PayFi projects on BNB Chain board showcases the top projects based on their Skynet Scores. This leaderboard identifies PayFi protocols combining payments and finance on BNB Chain with high security and performance metrics from CertiK Skynet. It highlights real-time risk intelligence to empower users and developers with data-driven insights.

Top 20 PayFi Projects on BNB Chain

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On 20 January 2026, DeFi protocol MakinaFi suffered an exploit resulting in the theft of 1,299 ETH, valued at approximately $4.13 million. 

Makina Incident Analysis

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What are the key differences between KYC and AML? We also discuss workflows and best practices to help businesses reduce financial crime and streamline compliance across jurisdictions. 

KYC vs AML: Compliance, Differences, & Best Practices

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This article examines CIP-56’s technical design and explains how it addresses limitations that have historically prevented regulated institutions from adopting traditional token standards. It also offers a practical lens for builders.

CIP-56: Redefining Token Standards for Institutional DeFi

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KYC services for banking: workflows, providers, AML checks, and automation tips to streamline onboarding without sacrificing risk management.

KYC Services for Banking: A Practical Playbook for Faster, Safer Customer Onboarding

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On 08 January 2026 Truebit was exploited for ~$26.6M due to an overflow issue. A malicious actor minted tokens for zero ETH that they then sold for ~$26.4M in the same transaction. The exploit was followed up by a second attacker who was able to extract a further ~$224k. 

Truebit Incident Analysis

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The recent Ledger data breach serves as a stark reminder that security extends far beyond the blockchain itself. Indeed, the exposure of personal details, including contact information and postal addresses, has opened a new front for sophisticated cyberattacks targeting ledger customers.

Lessons from The Ledger Data Leak: How to Secure Your Crypto 

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CertiK is excited to announce its formal strategic partnership with YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs), which aims to improve the security architecture of participants in the “EASY Residency Global Startup Incubation Program.” 

CertiK and YZi Labs Form Partnership to Support EASY Residency Participants with $1 Million Audit Grants

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Zero-knowledge virtual machines (ZKVMs) are proof-generating replicas of familiar software stacks. Because they turn heavyweight replays into quick proof checks with optional privacy, ZKVMs already anchor privacy-preserving DeFi flows, compliance attestations, oracle feeds, and rollups.

Zero-Knowledge Virtual Machines (ZKVMs) in Practice: A Technical Survey

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As we begin 2026, the crypto industry is no longer fighting for the right to exist; instead, it is racing against the legislative clock to finalize the rules of the game before the political tides could shift once again.

From Foundations to Frameworks: A Look Back at 2025 and the 2026 Crypto Roadmap

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CertiK recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with NEXUS, the blockchain infrastructure behind South Korea-listed company CROSS Protocol, to enhance security, auditing, and stablecoin infrastructure of the CROSS ecosystem. This MOU agreement is the beginning of a long-term collaboration between CertiK and NEXUS, in light of accelerated adoption in on-chain gaming and the need for security to keep pace with blockchain-based transactions. 

CertiK and NEXUS Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Enhance Security, Auditing, and Stablecoin Infrastructure

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On December 18, 2025, Jason Jiang, Chief Business Officer at CertiK, appeared on MoneyFM Wealth Tracker to discuss recent developments in tokenized funds and what is needed for tokenized deposits to become retail-ready. In light of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)’s recent approval of a tokenized fund that will be available to the general public, many retail investors are wondering what this means for the future of everyday participation in the cryptocurrency markets. 

Follow-Up Brief: What “Retail-Safe Tokenization Really Requires

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Digital signatures are a cornerstone of modern information security, providing authenticity, integrity, and non-repudiation for digital communications. The security of prevalent schemes such as RSA, DSA, and ECDSA is predicated on the computational hardness of number-theoretic problems—specifically, integer factorization and the discrete logarithm problem. However, the advent of large-scale quantum computers threatens to render these foundations obsolete. Shor's algorithm, a quantum algorithm, can solve both problems in polynomial time, effectively breaking the cryptographic security of a significant portion of our current digital infrastructure.

Post-Quantum Signatures, Part 1: Understanding One-Time Signature

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Privacy coins are cryptocurrencies engineered to enhance user anonymity by obscuring transaction data (such as sender identities, transaction amounts transferred, transaction history, etc.). Unlike pseudonymous digital currencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), privacy coins employ advanced privacy-enhancing cryptographic methods to mimic the untraceability of physical cash in the Web3 ecosystem.

What is a Privacy Coin?

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A critical vulnerability, CVE-2025-55182, was recently disclosed and carries a CVSS 10.0 (the most critical) severity rating. The issue affects React/Next.js environments. Our security research team has analyzed the vulnerability and detected many applications in the Web3 ecosystem running the affected versions, including several that are actively exploitable. 

React/Next.js CVE-2025-55182 Vulnerability Analysis

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November 2025 marked a period of significant advancement in the effort to establish a comprehensive US regulatory framework for digital assets. After a prolonged period of regulatory uncertainty, the past month delivered promising steps forward from both the legislative and executive branches, indicating a clear push toward regulatory clarity and market structure definition. For an industry seeking stability, November provided significant signals that major legislation is now a near-term prospect.

November 2025: Five U.S. Crypto Legislation Developments

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The first Theorem Proving Competition, hosted by the China Computer Federation (CCF) officially launched. The competition is supported by OpenMath, the world’s first decentralized mathematical platform, with backing from Shentu Chain and CertiK.

CertiK Sponsors the First Theorem Proving Competition, Supported by OpenMath

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CertiK has recently joined hands with Korean gaming giant WEMADE to launch the Global Alliance of KRW Stablecoin (GAKS), to provide comprehensive security audit services for StableNet, Korea's first dedicated mainnet infrastructure for the entire lifecycle of KRW stablecoins.

CertiK and WEMADE Join Forces to Form the Global Korean Stablecoin Alliance

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On 3 November 2025, Balancer and its forks Beets and Bex were exploited, resulting in a combined initial loss of approximately $130M.

Balancer Incident Analysis

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On November 20, 2025, CertiK brought together Web3 builders, founders, and investors in Buenos Aires for our Road to Mainnet and Beyond event, a VIP mixer held at a private estate in Palermo Chico. This event, presented with MomentumX Global and Headline Entertainment, provided an opportunity for meaningful conversations about Web3 security, decentralized finance (DeFi), artificial intelligence (AI), venture capital, and other emerging technologies. 

Highlights from CertiK’s Road to Mainnet Event in Buenos Aires

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CertiK and Kaia took center stage at Korea Blockchain Week (KBW 2025) to discuss the infrastructure, security, and innovation driving Asia’s next wave of Web3 adoption. In a packed fireside chat moderated by Luna PR CEO Nikita Sachdev, CertiK Co-Founder and CEO Ronghui Gu and Kaia Foundation Chairman Dr. Sam Seo explored how Kaia is building a superapp-friendly blockchain ecosystem and how CertiK’s security services are providing the backbone for its growth. 

KBW 2025: CertiK and Kaia Highlight Security, AI, and Stablecoins as Key Drivers of Asia’s Web3 Future

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October was a whirlwind for the crypto industry; political maneuvering, regulatory shifts, and influential appointments painted a clearer—albeit still complex—picture of the industry's future. From government shutdowns to key leadership changes, here are five stories in October 2025 that defined the digital asset space.

October 2025: Five U.S. Crypto Legislation Developments

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Recently, at Korean Blockchain Week (KBW) 2025, Professor Ronghui Gu, Co-Founder and CEO of CertiK, the largest Web3 security services provider, and Shane Kim, CEO of WEMIX and Vice President of Wemade, held a fireside chat exploring the future of blockchain security, AI-driven threats, and stablecoin development. 

CertiK and WEMIX Strengthen Partnership to Advance Web3 Security, Compliance, and Stablecoin Innovation in Korea

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Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how it works, and the different types available. Explore features, benefits, and how Web3 wallets enable secure access to decentralized applications. 

What Is a Web3 Wallet?

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Explore the importance of KYC verification in securing financial transactions. Learn how it helps prevent fraud, ensure compliance, and protect both businesses and users.

The Importance of KYC Verification: A Key to Secure Financial Transactions

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Aleo Systems has created a Layer 1 blockchain named Aleo with a focus on privacy achieved through the use of zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) and other cryptographic methods. Unlike most popular blockchains where data used and created by transactions can be viewed by an external observer, Aleo provides the ability to hide such information. 

Introducing Aleo: A Premier Platform for Private Blockchain Applications

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SoftBank expands in Japan’s crypto market via PayPay, which will acquire 40% of Binance Japan to let users buy crypto directly from PayPay accounts. This aligns with Japan’s booming digital asset market and builds on SoftBank’s Web3 investments—including $60M in CertiK for security, plus Cipher Mining, The Sandbox and Aleo—targeting compliant, accessible Web3 services.

SoftBank Expands Web3 Push with PayPay–Binance Japan Deal

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CertiK, together with Kraken, EVG, and Hedera, successfully hosted the “Oceanic Night@TOKEN2049” event in Singapore. The gathering brought together leading builders and innovators to spotlight the latest breakthroughs in Web3 compliance, security, and innovation, establishing itself as one of the most anticipated pre-Token2049 events.

CertiK, Kraken, Hedera, and EVG Co-Host Oceanic Night@Token2049: Igniting Web3 Dialogue & Collaboration

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The world’s premier Web3 event, Token2049, is set to take place at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. This year, the conference is expected to attract over 25,000 attendees, 500+ exhibitors, and 300 speakers, serving as a key hub connecting global industry leaders and ecosystem builders.

CertiK Token2049 Attendee Guide: Empowering Security, Shaping the Future of Global Web3

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This article examines the inner workings of Polygon’s Plonky3, a state-of-the-art prover utilized in zero-knowledge Virtual Machines (zkVMs). 

Breaking Down Proof Construction in Plonky3: The Fibonacci Example Unveiled

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During this year’s Korea Blockchain Week (KBW), CertiK, the world’s largest Web3 security services provider, hosted “CertiK Espresso @KBW – Compliance Insights Workshop,” a gathering that brought together industry experts, executives, and investors from Korea and abroad. The workshop focused on stablecoins, regulatory frameworks, and the future of Web3, offering in-depth discussions on how compliance and security intersect with innovation.


CertiK Espresso at Korea Blockchain Week: Stablecoins, Compliance, and Security in the Spotlight

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CertiK showcased its commitment to Korea at XRP SEOUL 2025, with CBO Jason Jiang discussing stablecoins and RWAs from a security perspective. The company also released the 2025 Skynet Korea Report, highlighting market opportunities and key security challenges in the Korean Web3 ecosystem. During Korea Blockchain Week (KBW), CertiK announced localized initiatives, including strengthened partnerships and expanded regional operations, to support long-term ecosystem growth.


CertiK at XRP SEOUL 2025: Exploring Stablecoins and RWAs, Strengthening Its Presence in the Korea Market 

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Every autumn, Seoul hosts one of the blockchain industry’s most prominent events: Korea Blockchain Week (KBW). The event attracts developers, investors, policymakers, and project teams from around the world, and has become a key platform for dialogue and collaboration in the Web3 space.

KBW 2025: CertiK Colors Seoul with Security

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This in-depth analysis will illuminate how the judicious separation of concerns between these layers can engender enhanced scalability, flexibility, and interoperability within the blockchain domain, ultimately shaping the future trajectory of decentralized applications and networks.

EVM – Cosmos Convergence Research From Security Base: Part 3

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In this post, we analyze the specific ZKP constructions implemented in Binance’s tss-lib [1]. These proofs address previously identified weaknesses in the Multiplicative-to-Additive (MtA) protocol, Paillier encryption parameters, and auxiliary RSA modulus generation. Our discussion is grounded in the improvements formalized by the specifications in CGGMP21 [4], which strengthen the robustness of threshold ECDSA against known attacks.

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