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Why DeFi Hacks Keep Happening After Audits
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Why DeFi Hacks Keep Happening After Audits

Why do DeFi hacks keep happening even after audits? Explore the hidden vulnerabilities, smart contract risks, and security gaps that audits may fail to catch.

By Zil Kifel 9 min read
Should Any Exchange Hold Your Life Savings
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Should Any Exchange Hold Your Life Savings?

Should you really trust a crypto exchange with your life savings? Explore the risks of keeping large balances on exchanges and learn safer ways to manage…

By Zil Kifel 7 min read
Self-custody crypto wallet connected to an active unlimited token approval on a DeFi application.
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The Token Approval You Forgot Can Drain You Later

A DeFi transaction can finish while its spending permission remains active. This guide explains how forgotten token approvals work, why unlimited allowances can create delayed wallet…

By Habeeba Mukhi 13 min read
Crypto exchange bankruptcy illustration showing suspended withdrawals, customer assets, company assets, and Chapter 11 bankruptcy
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What Happens to Your Crypto If an Exchange Goes Bankrupt?

A crypto exchange bankruptcy can turn an accessible crypto balance into a legal claim. This guide explains custody, asset ownership, FTX, creditor rights, insurance limits, regulation,…

By Abdul Qadir 14 min read