OFAC Compliance Becomes Critical Infrastructure for Blockchain Rollups

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**Forta Firewall** is now available to Gateway chains through Gateway Apps, enabling **enterprise-grade transaction screening** with zero engineering requirements. - Chains can now adopt advanced security measures without technical overhead - The integration allows seamless implementation through Gateway's infrastructure - **450+ million transactions** have been screened across networks including Plume, Ink, and Celo This expansion represents a significant milestone for blockchain security, making institutional-level protection accessible to more networks. The **zero engineering lift** approach removes traditional barriers to adoption. Firewall provides real-time transaction monitoring and threat detection before execution, helping chains maintain security and compliance at scale. [Read more details](http://www.forta.org/blog/forta-firewall-now-available-to-gateway-chains)

**Forta Firewall** has partnered with **Plume Network**, a leading real-world asset (RWA) tokenization platform. **Key Partnership Details:** - Plume operates 180+ protocols with $3B+ in available assets - Partnership focuses on enhancing security and compliance for RWA projects - Forta provides real-time blockchain monitoring infrastructure **Why This Matters:** As RWA tokenization grows, robust security infrastructure becomes critical. Forta's decentralized detection network helps identify threats and outlier transactions in real-time. The collaboration positions both platforms to better serve the expanding RWA sector with enterprise-grade security solutions. [Read more details](https://www.forta.org/blog/plume-partners-with-forta-rwa)

Forta's security monitoring revealed a significant phishing campaign on Ethereum Mainnet: - 1,069 malicious contracts identified - 181.5 ETH and 178 different tokens stolen - Total losses exceed $868K A detailed case study shows how one victim lost $59,000 in WBTC through a single malicious approval. The attack happened gradually: - Initial phishing transaction granted token approvals - Multiple small withdrawals to avoid detection - Victim remained unaware throughout the process **Key Security Tips:** - Regularly revoke unused approvals - Monitor wallet activity frequently - Verify all dApp interactions thoroughly *Remember: Most crypto thefts occur silently, one transaction at a time.*