According to @VitalikButerin, the Ethereum co-founder stated that the crypto industry is at an “inflection point” and that decentralization must become a concrete user guarantee rather than just a catchphrase. Speaking at the Ethereum Community Conference, Buterin warned that too many Layer-2 networks, DeFi projects, and “decentralized” front-ends rely on insecure elements like hidden backdoors and instant upgrade buttons, which can be hacked. He outlined three practical tests for every crypto project's security: the “walk-away test” (do users keep assets if the company disappears?), the “insider attack test” (how much damage can rogue insiders cause?), and the “trusted computing base” test (how much code must be trusted?). Buterin stressed that if Ethereum (ETH) fails to build systems that pass these tests, it risks becoming obsolete and losing its competitive edge.

According to Eric Cryptoman on Twitter, persistent sell pressure and an apparent unlimited supply of tokens in certain altcoin markets have raised suspicions of a secret mint function being used by token issuers (source: Eric Cryptoman Twitter, June 12, 2025). This situation is crucial for traders as it may indicate undisclosed token inflation, which can lead to price suppression and increased risk for holders. Monitoring on-chain supply metrics and smart contract transparency is essential for managing risk in DeFi and altcoin portfolios.

According to KookCapitalLLC, Sui's primary decentralized exchange (DEX) has been exploited, resulting in significant liquidity pool (LP) drains across the ecosystem. This incident raises immediate concerns for SUI token holders as the exploit impacts overall network confidence and may lead to heightened volatility and short-term risk for traders. Despite the breach, some market participants view this as a potential opportunity for value buys within the SUI ecosystem, though caution is advised due to ongoing uncertainties. The exploit's aftermath is likely to affect SUI's trading volumes and sentiment in the broader crypto market as participants reassess risk and security across similar DeFi protocols. Source: twitter.com/KookCapitalLLC/status/1925514347918283087

According to IntoTheBlock, their latest feature allows traders to analyze DeFi risk efficiently through powerful alerts on leading DeFi protocols, accessible via a simple timeline. This tool aims to enhance traders' ability to manage risk by providing timely and relevant updates on protocol developments. Source: IntoTheBlock.

According to IntoTheBlock, navigating risk in decentralized finance (DeFi) is increasingly complex, necessitating robust risk management strategies. They emphasize the importance of understanding evolving risks to maintain portfolio stability. The research paper discusses key actions traders must take to effectively manage these risks (source: IntoTheBlock).