In a decisive move against the rising tide of cryptocurrency fraud, portfolio management platform CoinStats has integrated Glider Token Risk, an advanced smart contract scanning technology from elite cybersecurity firm Hexens. This integration equips traders with a powerful pre-trade defense, offering instant analysis of over 22 smart contract risks. The timing is critical: 2024 has seen over 74,000 scam tokens launch, draining nearly $10 billion from unsuspecting traders, with 94% of these malicious tokens containing exploit logic from day one.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekEthereum Devs Underpaid 50%, Risking Network Future
A comprehensive survey of 111 Ethereum core developers reveals a severe compensation gap, with median salaries of $140,000 representing just half the $300,000 average at competing projects. The disparity extends to equity, where 63% of Ethereum developers receive no token exposure compared to median 6.5% grants elsewhere. This has led to 40% of developers receiving external offers, some reaching $700,000. Protocol Guild’s funding—distributing $33 million since 2022—has become critical, providing nearly one-third of total compensation and preventing talent exodus. The report warns that inadequate pay threatens Ethereum’s development roadmap, network neutrality, and long-term security despite its $1 trillion ecosystem value.
about Ethereum Devs Underpaid 50%, Risking Network FutureKiloEx Recovers $7.5M Stolen Funds, Awards 10% Bounty
KiloEx, a decentralized exchange, announced the full recovery of $7.5 million stolen in a security breach traced to a price oracle vulnerability. The attacker, funded via Tornado Cash, manipulated prices across multiple blockchains. KiloEx honored its pledge to award a 10% bounty to the hacker, classifying them as a white hat and avoiding legal action. The exchange framed the resolution as a step toward stronger collaboration with ethical hackers. Industry experts noted the rarity of such outcomes, with SlowMist’s founder highlighting the challenges of negotiation in bounty scenarios. The incident underscores the growing role of ethical hacking in DeFi security.
about KiloEx Recovers $7.5M Stolen Funds, Awards 10% BountyAragon Launches Modular Governance Tools for Onchain Value
Aragon has introduced a groundbreaking suite of modular governance tools aimed at transforming onchain organizations. The launch includes customizable governance systems, no-code templates, and veLockers for long-term incentive alignment, addressing inefficiencies in traditional DAO frameworks. With regulatory clarity on the horizon, Aragon’s solutions—already adopted by projects like Puffer and Mode—focus on sustainable value accrual for token holders. CEO Anthony Leutenegger highlights 2025 as the ‘year of the fee switch,’ where value distribution becomes a competitive edge. Aragon’s legacy, including partnerships with Lido and Polygon, underscores its role in advancing onchain governance and tokenomics.
about Aragon Launches Modular Governance Tools for Onchain ValueEthereum Layer 2 Solutions Reach 10 Million Active Addresses and High Volume
Ethereum Layer 2 solutions have seen a significant surge, with weekly active addresses reaching 10.18 million, a 6.84% increase from the previous week. These platforms now handle 5.19 times the transaction volume of the Ethereum mainnet, with Arbitrum leading in total value locked at $18.45 billion, followed by Base at $14.49 billion. Base also tops the charts in transaction count and active addresses, reflecting the growing adoption of these scaling solutions for DeFi and NFT activities.
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