AI-Powered Threats Reshape Web3 Security Landscape
AI-Powered Threats Reshape Web3 Security Landscape
š Security's AI Turning Point
The evolution of AI has fundamentally altered the Web3 security paradigm, requiring defenders to adopt AI-driven protection measures.
Key Developments:
- Security teams must now match the speed and sophistication of AI-powered attackers
- Traditional security approaches are no longer sufficient against evolving threats
- Real-time, intelligent screening has become essential for transaction protection
The New Reality:
As threat actors leverage AI capabilities, the security industry faces a critical inflection point. Organizations can no longer rely on reactive measures or static defenses.
The shift demands proactive, AI-enhanced security solutions that can identify and neutralize threats before they materialize. This represents a permanent change in how Web3 platforms must approach user protection and asset security.
AI has permanently changed Web3 security Hereās a full breakdown from our CTO on how to stay protected as threats evolve Because security must move faster than attackersš
āAI is a supersonic tsunamiā - Elon Musk In 2025, AI didn't just help attackers - it supercharged phishing, malware, and exploits. In 2026, attackers aren't scripting anymore š§µHere are 6 rising threats
DeFi Platform Expands Team with Six New Positions
A Web3 platform is actively recruiting for multiple technical and business development roles as it scales its operations. **Open Positions:** - Junior Business Development - Full Stack Developer - Backend Developer - Frontend Developer - Manual QA - Data Scientist The company is building what it describes as a next-generation Web3 application. Candidates with an interest in olive oil receive bonus consideration. Interested applicants can apply by commenting or tagging relevant contacts.
CTO Shares Practical Guide for Businesses Entering Web3
De.Fi's CTO has published a comprehensive thread offering practical guidance for businesses looking to transition into Web3. The thread provides actionable insights and considerations for companies exploring blockchain technology and decentralized applications. This follows a similar guide shared in September 2025 specifically targeting Web2 founders. **Key Points:** - Practical framework for Web3 adoption - Addresses common challenges businesses face - Based on real-world experience from De.Fi's development The guide aims to help traditional businesses navigate the technical and strategic aspects of moving into decentralized technology.
DeFi Shield Offers One-Click Protection Against Wallet Exploits
**De.Fi has launched DeFi Shield**, a security tool designed to help users manage smart contract approvals across their wallets. **Key features include:** - Multi-chain scanning across 40+ blockchains - Wallet health scoring system - One-click bulk revocation of permissions - Detailed exploit reports The tool addresses a common security risk: when users interact with smart contracts, they grant permission for those contracts to access their tokens. Over time, these approvals accumulate and can become security vulnerabilities. **How it works:** 1. Connect wallet 2. Scan for active approvals 3. Revoke suspicious or unused permissions The platform consolidates all approvals into a single dashboard, eliminating the need to check multiple blockchain explorers. All revocations are executed on-chain. [Access DeFi Shield](http://de.fi/shield)
DeFi Scanner Identifies 540,000+ Risky Tokens, Prevents $27B in Potential Losses
**DeFi has launched the "CoinMarketCap of Security,"** a platform that provides real-time security analysis for crypto tokens alongside traditional market data. **Key Features:** - Multi-layer technical audits and liquidity analysis completed in seconds - Risk scores, holder distribution, governance, and smart contract security metrics - Real-time tracking of over 5,000+ tokens with price and market cap data - Analysis of deployer connections to mixers and other risk factors **Impact to Date:** - Identified 540,000+ risky tokens - Helped prevent over $27 billion in potential losses The platform, powered by DeFi Scanner, presents security information in a familiar market-style interface, making it accessible for users to evaluate token safety before investing. [Learn more about DeFi Security](http://de.fi/market/security)
De.Fi Launches Security Tab for Real-Time Token Risk Analysis
De.Fi has introduced a new **Security Tab** feature that provides comprehensive token analysis tools: **Key Features:** - Quick access to smart contract risk analysis - Token filtering by governance type - Overall security score visibility - Full security analysis reports **Security Markers Include:** - Risk score assessment - Liquidity and holder distribution - Governance structure - Smart contract security - Deployer connections to mixers All data is available in **real-time**, allowing users to make informed decisions about token safety before interacting with them.