As AI and blockchain converge, security threats like phishing and impersonation become even more sophisticated. Allora, a self-improving decentralized intelligence network, is pioneering a new approach to AI—one that continuously evolves and learns from real-world data. But with growth comes new challenges, especially in securing their ecosystem from bad actors.

We sat down with the Allora team to discuss how their decentralized AI models work, the biggest security threats they face, and how partnering with ChainPatrol helps protect their users.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Allora is self-improving decentralized intelligence built by the community. Can you share some details on how Allora is achieving this?

🎙️ Allora:

Allora is designed as a self-improving decentralized intelligence network, where machine learning models continuously evolve through collaboration and competition. Instead of relying on a single AI model, Allora is structured into topics, each focused on a specific objective—such as predicting asset prices or detecting fraud. Within these topics, multiple independent machine learning models contribute their inferences, which are then evaluated and refined through a collective intelligence process.

What makes Allora unique is its ability to learn and adapt over time. Models don’t operate in isolation—they evaluate and learn from each other, improving based on historical accuracy and performance under similar market conditions. This allows Allora to aggregate AI-generated outputs into a meta-inference, consistently outperforming any individual model in the network.

Developers can deploy models on Allora and earn rewards based on performance, fostering a competitive ecosystem where the best models improve over time. Reputation systems and reinforcement learning filter out unreliable outputs, ensuring the network continuously refines its intelligence. The network assigns scores based on ground truth data, so only the most reliable models shape final outputs.

Since Allora is decentralized and community-driven, it is constantly evolving, with new models joining the network and refining its capabilities. This structure enables applications leveraging Allora to benefit from AI that not only adapts to real-time conditions but also becomes more accurate and efficient over time.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What are the major benefits of Allora for users?

🎙️ Allora:

Allora provides users with smarter, more reliable AI-driven insights by leveraging a decentralized network of machine learning models that continuously improve over time. Unlike traditional AI systems, Allora doesn’t rely on a single model but instead aggregates multiple models’ outputs, ensuring more accurate and adaptable intelligence for various applications.

For developers, Allora offers a trustless AI infrastructure, allowing them to integrate high-performance machine learning models into their applications without relying on centralized providers. This enhances security while providing transparent and verifiable AI-driven decisions.

Users benefit from a more secure and censorship-resistant AI network, as Allora’s decentralized structure ensures that intelligence remains open, unbiased, and resistant to manipulation. Additionally, its self-improving nature means that the insights it provides—whether for trading, security, or other AI-powered applications—become more precise and efficient over time.

Ultimately, Allora enables applications to harness the power of AI without sacrificing decentralization, transparency, or adaptability, unlocking new possibilities for the crypto x AI industry.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

When did the Allora team first notice phishing and impersonation threats, and how did they respond?

🎙️ Allora:

Shortly after launching the network’s testnet and points program in Q2 2024, we noticed a sharp increase in scam activity targeting our community. Fake accounts began impersonating Allora team members across social media platforms, particularly on X, Telegram, and Discord. These scammers would DM users pretending to offer support, exclusive rewards, or early access opportunities, attempting to trick them into sharing sensitive information or clicking malicious links.

At first, these scams were sporadic, but as our testnet gained traction, the volume of impersonation attempts escalated. Fortunately, our community was quick to recognize red flags, sharing screenshots and usernames of suspicious accounts in our official channels. This allowed us to swiftly report the fraudulent profiles to ChainPatrol for takedown, preventing potential harm before users fell victim to the scams.

This experience reinforced the importance of proactive security monitoring and community-driven threat detection. It also highlighted that as Allora grows, so will the risks associated with bad actors trying to exploit users. That’s why we continue to work closely with security partners to protect our ecosystem from phishing and impersonation threats.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

How do these threats impact your business, and which are the most concerning?

🎙️ Allora:

Phishing and impersonation scams chip away at trust, which is the foundation of our ecosystem. Even if no one falls for them, their presence alone creates doubt, making it harder for new users to feel confident engaging with Allora. When people have to second-guess whether an account, website, or message is real, it slows down adoption and weakens the sense of Web3 security in the community.

What’s most concerning is how much more sophisticated these scams are becoming. It’s no longer just fake social media accounts—now we’re seeing cloned websites, fraudulent ERC-20 tokens, and phishing emails impersonating our HR team to trick job candidates. As these tactics evolve, staying ahead of them requires fast detection and immediate action.

That’s why real-time monitoring and strong security measures aren’t just important but essential to protecting both our users and Allora’s reputation.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

How does ChainPatrol support Allora in addressing these threats?

🎙️ Allora:

The ChainPatrol team collaborates closely with Allora through group chats and direct messages. Whenever an issue arises, we flag it to ChainPatrol, who then analyze the situation and compile a detailed report with all the necessary context. They keep us updated throughout the process and follow up once the issue is resolved.

A recent example involved a fake job offer scam, where an attacker impersonated Allora via a fraudulent email, reaching out to candidates in an attempt to carry out malicious attacks. Thanks to ChainPatrol’s swift action, we were able to mitigate the threat before it caused harm.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

As Allora scales, how are your security needs evolving?

🎙️ Allora:

Yes, as Allora scales, the volume, frequency, and sophistication of threats have grown significantly, and we expect this to intensify as we approach mainnet launch. In the early days, threats were mostly limited to basic impersonation attempts, such as fake social media accounts and phishing DMs.

With mainnet launch on the horizon, we anticipate a surge in token-related scams, impersonations of official team members, and fraudulent announcements attempting to trick users. Major milestones naturally attract more attention—not just from genuine users and developers, but also from scammers and exploiters looking for opportunities.

We’re also working on educating our users, ensuring they know how to recognize and report suspicious activity. As the threat landscape continues to shift, we remain committed to adapting our security measures to stay ahead.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What advice would you give to other Web3 projects looking to strengthen security?

🎙️ Allora:

For Web3 projects looking to strengthen security against phishing and impersonation threats, proactive measures are key. Don’t wait for attacks to happen—build defenses early. Partnering with security-focused platforms like ChainPatrol helps automate this process and ensures threats are dealt with swiftly.

Educating your community is just as important. Many scams rely on social engineering, so clear guidelines on how to verify official accounts, recognize phishing attempts, and report suspicious activity can go a long way in reducing risk. Implementing strong verification mechanisms, such as domain authentication, official communication channels, and security disclaimers, also makes it easier for users to distinguish between real and fake interactions.

Most importantly, security is not a one-time effort—it’s an ongoing process. As threats evolve, so should your security strategies. Regularly updating protocols, staying informed about new attack methods, and maintaining strong partnerships with security experts will help keep your ecosystem safe in the long run.

Arcium is the encrypted supercomputer, providing developers, applications, and entire industries with a trustless, verifiable, and efficient framework to run encrypted computations. As a decentralized private computing network, Arcium enables confidential on-chain and off-chain applications for AI, DePIN, DeFi, and more.

With its groundbreaking approach to privacy-preserving computation, Arcium ensures data can be fully utilized without ever being exposed. As the platform grows, so does the need to safeguard its community from emerging online threats. 

In this interview, the Arcium team shares insights on their experience with phishing and impersonation attacks, the evolving security landscape, and how ChainPatrol helps protect their brand and users.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Can you share some of the major benefits of Arcium, for users? 

🎙️ Arcium:

Imagine understanding a book without ever seeing the words, or an AI doctor treating you effectively without accessing your medical history. Arcium makes this possible by enabling data to be fully utilized without ever being exposed—a true paradigm shift for the digital world.

Starting with crypto, Arcium powers DeFi, DePIN, AI, and beyond, allowing both new and existing applications to access private computing infrastructure. By preserving privacy, Arcium not only unlocks novel on- and off-chain use cases but also enhances existing ones

🛡 ChainPatrol:

When and how did the Arcium team come to realize that the organization was being targeted by online threats like phishing and impersonation?

🎙️ Arcium:

Arcium launched a rebrand, which led to tremendous growth across social channels. As our visibility increased, so did the threats—phishing scams, impersonation attempts, and other malicious activities became more frequent.

As a project matures, threats become more sophisticated. This is something we’ve understood since the early days, and so we have continuously monitored how threats evolve as Arcium grows. This is also why we work so closely with the ChainPatrol team – your team is helping us stay ahead of emerging risks.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What are the main ways that these threats impact your business, and what threat is most problematic or concerning?  

🎙️ Arcium:

Beyond harming our brand image—such as phishing links appearing under tweets and other social posts—the bigger concern is our community. The safety of our users is our top priority, and these threats put them at risk. We care about our users and the best way to show them that is by protecting them from common threats. 

🛡 ChainPatrol:

How does leveraging ChainPatrol benefit your users and contribute to Arcium’s reputation?
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🎙️ Arcium:**

The biggest advantage is protecting our core user base and community. With ChainPatrol, we can execute public communications and marketing initiatives with peace of mind, knowing our brand and audience are safeguarded. 

It also strengthens Arcium’s credibility, ensuring our posts and materials remain free from bots, scams, and bad actors.

The relationship between Arcium and ChainPatrol is seamless. ChainPatrol works in the background, and we rarely need direct contact because the platform just works. We trust the team to handle things autonomously.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What advice would you give to other projects looking to strengthen their Web3 security against phishing and impersonation threats?

🎙️ Arcium:

Use ChainPatrol. Simple as that.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What’s been the biggest lesson learned from dealing with threats like phishing and impersonation? Has it changed how you approach security as a whole?

🎙️ Arcium:

Prioritizing the safety and well-being of our community remains our guiding principle. It also influences how we design marketing campaigns and public-facing initiatives, ensuring we maintain the stability and credibility of our brand at every touchpoint.

Are you ready to protect your brand and community? Book a ChainPatrol demo to learn how we can help.

Zeebu is a Web3-powered payments ecosystem designed to revolutionize the telecom industry with blockchain technology. By leveraging decentralized finance (DeFi), Zeebu offers seamless, secure, and efficient payment solutions, including lending, staking, and liquidity pools.

Committed to innovation and security, Zeebu empowers businesses with transparent transactions and trustless financial interactions.

We sat down with the Zeebu team to learn how their innovative platform is transforming the Web3 landscape. And, we chat about how the Zeebu team first identified the online threats targeting their community, the importance of security in the Web3 space, and how working with ChainPatrol has helped.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Zeebu is a modular liquidity platform that enables users to stake and earn yields backed by real world transactions without limits. Can you share some of the major benefits of Zeebu, for users? 

🎙️ Zeebu:

At Zeebu, we are building a modular DeFi ecosystem that provides permissionless liquidity solutions for users and institutions. Some of the key benefits include:

✅ Capital Efficiency with Smart Liquidity Pools – Our pools optimize liquidity for higher yields while reducing systemic risk.

✅ Zero Slippage & Smart Settlement Routes – We integrate automated liquidity strategies to ensure 0% slippage transactions.

✅ Governance & Staking Rewards – Users who stake ZBU tokens can participate in governance while earning passive income.

Our vision is to bridge traditional finance with DeFi, making lending and borrowing in Web3 as seamless and secure as possible.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

When and how did the Zeebu team come to realize that the organization was being targeted by online threats like phishing and impersonation? 

🎙️ Zeebu:

As Zeebu gained traction in the Web3 space, we started noticing multiple impersonation attempts on platforms like X, Telegram, and Discord.

We saw fake Zeebu profiles attempting to scam users through phishing links, fraudulent Telegram groups impersonating official admins and misleading investors, and malicious smart contracts pretending to be part of Zeebu’s staking or liquidity program.

The turning point was when some users unknowingly interacted with these malicious actors, leading to fund losses. This triggered an urgent need for a proactive security framework, which led us to ChainPatrol.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What are the main ways that these threats impact your business, and what threat is most problematic or concerning?  

🎙️ Zeebu:

These threats not only put our users at risk but also impact Zeebu’s reputation and brand trust. The key concerns are:

🚨 Phishing & Fake Websites – Scammers create fake versions of Zeebu’s website, tricking users into connecting wallets to fraudulent platforms.

🚨 Social Media Impersonation – Attackers pretend to be Zeebu team members, engaging with users and redirecting them to malicious schemes.

🚨 Malicious Smart Contracts – Fraudsters deploy unauthorized smart contracts pretending to be Zeebu products, leading to loss of funds when users interact.

Among these, phishing attacks remain the most problematic as they target both retail and institutional users, attempting to drain funds from their wallets.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Can you describe how ChainPatrol works with your existing team? 

🎙️ Zeebu:

ChainPatrol has become an integral part of Zeebu’s security infrastructure. ChainPatrol’s automated scanning swiftly detects and removes phishing websites, enabling faster takedowns of fraudulent sites.

It also monitors and reports fake social media accounts, identifying impersonators and assisting with their removal.

By partnering with ChainPatrol, our security team can focus on strengthening internal defenses while ChainPatrol continuously monitors and eliminates external threats.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

As your organization scales, are you finding that threats grow as well? How are your protection needs evolving?

🎙️ Zeebu:

Yes, as Zeebu grows, so do the threats. The bigger our user base, the more attractive Zeebu becomes for scammers.

We’ve noticed an increase in fake Zeebu groups on Telegram and Discord, and more sophisticated phishing campaigns targeting liquidity providers and early investors. We’ve also noticed an increase in attempted exploits on our smart contracts through malicious dApp integrations.

To combat this, we are expanding our security strategy to include preemptive phishing detection before scams reach users, stronger wallet security guidelines to help users recognize fake contracts, and educational content on social media warning users about emerging threats.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

How does leveraging a platform like ChainPatrol pass on benefits to your users and contribute positively to the reputation of Zeebu?

🎙️ Zeebu:

By proactively fighting security threats, ChainPatrol helps ensure Zeebu’s ecosystem remains safe, user-friendly, and trusted. Benefits include:

By proactively fighting security threats, ChainPatrol helps ensure Zeebu’s ecosystem remains safe, user-friendly, and trusted. This approach protects user funds by neutralizing malicious actors early, reducing the risk of scams. 

It also strengthens ecosystem trust, giving investors and users more confidence when engaging with Zeebu’s lending, staking, and liquidity pools. Additionally, ChainPatrol helps prevent scams by detecting and removing fake accounts before they can cause harm.

As security is a major factor in DeFi adoption, working with ChainPatrol reinforces Zeebu’s commitment to user safety and compliance.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Security in the Web3 space is a major barrier of entry – People are fearful of crypto hacks, scams, and other vulnerabilities. How is Zeebu supporting the growth of a secure Web3 space that helps shift perceptions about safety in Web3?

🎙️ Zeebu:

Zeebu is committed to building a security-first ecosystem by implementing:

🔐 Multi-Layer Security Measures – All Zeebu smart contracts undergo third-party security audits (Hacken, CertiK, and ChainPatrol reviews).

🔐 On-Chain Transaction Monitoring – We use real-time blockchain security tools to detect anomalies in trading & lending transactions.

🔐 User Education & Awareness – We publish security guides, anti-phishing tips, and scam alerts to educate our community.

🔐 Wallet Security Enhancements – We promote multi-signature authentication and permissioned access for institutional users.

By integrating these measures, Zeebu is helping make Web3 safer and more accessible to new and experienced users alike.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What advice would you give to other Web3 projects looking to strengthen their security against phishing and impersonation threats?
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🎙️ Zeebu:**

For Web3 projects looking to strengthen their security against phishing and impersonation threats, a proactive approach is key. Don’t wait for an attack—invest early in phishing detection, scam reporting, and social media monitoring.

 Ensure your smart contracts are secure by working with multiple audit firms before deploying to mainnet.

Since phishing remains the top attack vector, continuously educate your users about potential scams. Leverage AI and automated threat detection tools like ChainPatrol for real-time monitoring and rapid threat removal. 

Additionally, establish a rapid response plan with a clear playbook for handling phishing attempts, social media impersonations, and scam websites.

Web3 adoption depends on trust and security, and the best way to build confidence is through active risk mitigation and transparent communication.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What’s been the biggest lesson learned from dealing with threats like phishing and impersonation? Has it changed how you approach Web3 security as a whole?

🎙️ Zeebu:

Our biggest lesson? Security must be proactive, not reactive.

Initially, we focused on product development and user acquisition, assuming scams wouldn’t be a major concern until Zeebu scaled further.

However, we quickly realized that bad actors target early-stage projects before security measures are in place. The reality is, a single scam incident can damage brand trust and user confidence. Given this, security must be a core part of product design from the begninning—not an afterthought.

This experience has led us to integrate security at every level, from user onboarding, smart contract protections, social monitoring, and real-time scam detection.

Final Thoughts

Working with ChainPatrol has been a game-changer for Zeebu in mitigating security risks, protecting users, and building a trustworthy ecosystem.

As Web3 grows, security remains one of the most crucial factors for adoption, and Zeebu is committed to being at the forefront of safe and secure DeFi innovation.

🚀 Want to explore Zeebu’s secure DeFi solutions? Visit: https://zeebu.fi

Are you ready to protect your brand and community? Book a ChainPatrol demo to learn how we can help.

Sonic Labs is redefining the landscape of Web3 with the highest-performing EVM Layer 1 blockchain, built for speed, security, and developer incentives. With an impressive 300 - 400k transactions per second (TPS) and sub-second finality, Sonic provides the foundation for the next generation of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications and beyond.

One of Sonic’s standout features is its Fee Monetization (FeeM) program, which fundamentally changes how developers earn in the Web3 space. Borrowing from the Web2 ad-revenue model but adapting it to a decentralized framework, FeeM rewards developers with up to 90% of the fees generated by their applications.

This ensures that builders can directly profit from their app’s traffic and user engagement, creating a more sustainable and developer-friendly ecosystem.

We caught up with the team at Sonic to learn how Sonic identifies and mitigates threats to their organization and community. We unpack the evolving threat landscape, and how working with security partners (like ChainPatrol!) helps keep users safe. 

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Can you start by explaining what Sonic does in the Web3 space?

🎙️ Sonic:

Sonic Labs is the highest-performing EVM L1, combining speed, incentives, and world-class infrastructure, powering the next generation of DeFi applications. The chain provides 10,000 TPS and sub-second finality.

Sonic's Fee Monetization (FeeM) program rewards developers with up to 90% of the fees their apps generate, adapting the Web2 ad-revenue model to a decentralized framework. Developers now directly profit from their app's traffic and user engagement.

Furthermore, the Sonic Gateway provides developers and users with seamless access to vast liquidity through a native, secure bridge connected to Ethereum. With a unique fail-safe mechanism, it ensures your assets are protected in all circumstances.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What are some of the major and unique benefits of Sonic, for users? 

🎙️ Sonic:

Sonic is engineered to offer a superior user and developer experience. Here are some of the standout benefits:

• Leading Builders – The applications on Sonic are setting new industry standards, built by some of the most innovative teams in Web3.

• FeeM Incentives – Developers on Sonic can earn up to 90% of the network fees generated by their applications, significantly increasing their earning potential.

• Speed & Performance – With sub-second transaction finality and 10,000 TPS, Sonic is optimized for real-time applications, making it ideal for DeFi, gaming, and high-frequency trading.

• Low Fees – Reduced gas fees enhance accessibility, ensuring that users and developers can interact with the network without excessive costs.

• Security & Robustness – Advanced cryptographic techniques and rigorous audits maintain a highly secure and resilient network.

• Interoperability – Sonic’s native bridge, along with multiple third-party bridge integrations, ensures seamless cross-chain connectivity.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Why did the Sonic team decide to take a proactive approach to online threats targeting Sonic and the Sonic community, like phishing and impersonation? 

🎙️ Sonic:

As a team of industry veterans, we’ve always understood that security threats are an inevitable challenge in the Web3 space. We knew that threats like phishing and impersonation would eventually target Sonic and our community, if not already. And with scams becoming increasingly sophisticated, we recognized that proactive security measures are essential. Safeguarding our users and developers is our top priority, and so we knew we should take action early. 

🛡 ChainPatrol:

What are the main ways that these threats impact your business, and what threat is most problematic or concerning?  

🎙️ Sonic:

The most pressing threats we’ve identified are phishing attacks and impersonation scams. We take these threats very seriously because they directly impact user trust. Malicious actors attempt to trick users into connecting their wallets to fraudulent sites, leading to asset loss.

These threats pose reputational risks to Sonic and hinder adoption, as security concerns often deter new users from engaging with Web3. Ensuring the safety of our ecosystem is critical to fostering trust and long-term growth.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Can you describe how ChainPatrol is supporting you in your mission to proactively address threats?

🎙️ Sonic:

ChainPatrol plays a crucial role in strengthening Sonic’s security infrastructure. By working with ChainPatrol, we can provide users with a safer experience, reducing the likelihood of scams and fraudulent activities within the ecosystem. Through real-time threat detection and takedowns, ChainPatrol helps us swiftly identify and mitigate phishing sites, impersonation attempts, and other online threats targeting our community.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

As your organization scales, are you finding that threats grow as well? How are your protection needs evolving?

🎙️ Sonic:

Yes, as Sonic expands, the attack surface increases. More users, developers, and integrations mean more opportunities for bad actors to exploit vulnerabilities.

To stay ahead, we are constantly evolving our security measures, leveraging advanced AI-driven threat detection, expanding our security partnerships, and educating our community on best practices to recognize and avoid scams. Our protection strategy is dynamic, adapting to new threats as they emerge.

🛡 ChainPatrol:

Security in the Web3 space is a major barrier of entry – People are fearful of crypto hacks, scams, and other vulnerabilities. How is Sonic supporting the growth of a secure Web3 space that helps shift perceptions about safety in Web3?

🎙️ Sonic:

We’re committed to building a safer Web3 ecosystem, and are investing in that commitment in a few ways. First, by prioritizing proactive threat mitigation. Our partnerships with security firms like ChainPatrol help protect users and developers from scams and fraud.

Second, through audited infrastructure. We conduct regular smart contract audits and implement rigorous security measures to safeguard assets and data.

And third, by adopting developer-focused security tools. By offering robust security toolkits, we ensure that applications built on Sonic meet high-security standards, reducing attack vectors at the infrastructure level.

Are you ready to protect your brand and community? Book a ChainPatrol demo to learn how we can help.