Security Alert: Large-Scale Phishing Attack Targeting Web3/DeFi Platforms
Security Alert: Large-Scale Phishing Attack Targeting Web3/DeFi Platforms
🎣 Phishers getting smarter
A significant phishing attack is targeting web3/DeFi platforms, including ours. Scammers are creating fake blog sites mimicking our brand to deceive users.
How the scam works:
- Fake blogs are set up, pretending to offer platform information
- Legitimate services are abused to host these sites, boosting credibility
- Content changes to redirect users to fraudulent sites once indexed
Stay safe by:
- Accessing services through official links only
- Being cautious of suspicious search results
- Never sharing seed phrases or private keys
- Using bookmarks for quick access to official sites
We're actively monitoring and removing these fraudulent sites. Please share this information to help protect others.
Security Alert 🚨 We've been informed of a large-scale phishing attack targeting web3/DeFi platforms, including ours. Scammers are creating fake "blog" sites that mimic our brand to trick users. Please stay vigilant.
⚡ Solana Webhooks
**Zerion API launches real-time Solana webhooks** for developers building on the network. Key features: - **Instant notifications** for onchain activity - **No polling or node management** required - **Real-time alerts** for transactions and portfolio updates This eliminates the need for developers to constantly check for blockchain updates, streamlining app development with automatic push notifications. [Read the full announcement](https://zerion.io/blog/solana-webhooks-zerion-api-real-time-transaction-alerts/)
Production-Ready Guide: Setting Up Solana Address Webhooks and Managing Subscriptions
**New production-ready tutorial** shows developers how to implement webhooks for Solana blockchain monitoring. The walkthrough covers: - How webhook systems function in practice - Creating subscriptions to monitor specific Solana addresses - Managing and maintaining subscriptions over time This builds on previous webhook tutorials, providing a **comprehensive production approach** for developers building Solana-based applications. Webhooks enable real-time notifications when transactions occur on monitored addresses, essential for DeFi apps, NFT platforms, and wallet services. The guide offers practical implementation steps for developers ready to deploy webhook systems in live environments.
🎾 Padel Meets Crypto
**PadelCon** kicks off before EF Devcon in Buenos Aires on November 17, 2025. The event combines: - Morning tech demos and padel clinics - Afternoon matches and coworking sessions - All-day food truck with networking opportunities Hosted by **Zerion**, **Privy**, and **Matcha**, the event blends sports with web3 community building. [Register here](https://luma.com/hpge71bc?utm_source=zerion) to join the courts and connect with fellow builders before the main conference.
🏗️ Zerion Hackathon Offers
**Zerion partners with SuperteamEarn** for the Cypherpunk Hackathon, challenging developers to build consumer applications using their Solana API. **Prize pool includes:** - Up to $6,000 in USDC - Zerion API credits The hackathon focuses on **consumer-facing applications** built on Solana using Zerion's infrastructure. Zerion's API has quietly become a backbone for many wallets and consumer apps in the web3 space. Developers can participate and submit projects through the [official hackathon page](https://earn.superteam.fun/listing/build-a-consumer-app-on-solana-using-the-zerion-api). *Ready to build the next generation of Solana consumer apps?*
📊 Zerion API Adds Solana Token Price Charts
**Zerion API now supports price charts for Solana tokens**, enabling developers to integrate real-time price data in minutes. Key features include: - Portfolio views and token pages - Price alerts functionality - **Single integration for both EVM and Solana chains** This update simplifies multi-chain development by providing unified access to price data across different blockchain ecosystems. [Read the implementation guide](https://zerion.io/blog/solana-token-price-charts-now-in-zerion-api/)