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Blast Network’s Layer 2 Project Hit by 500 ETH Rug Pull: Community Outrage Ensues

by Dan K
Feb 25, 2024 - 9:29 pm
in Blockchain
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Blast Network’s Layer 2 Project Hit

The Blast network’s layer 2 project, RiskOnBlast, has been hit with a significant exploit, commonly referred to as a “rug pull,” leading to the loss of around 500 Ether (ETH). The heist surprised the crypto community, primarily because it’s the first of its kind in Blast’s layer 2 ecosystem. The troubling events unfolded when some community members noticed the sudden erasure of RiskOnBlast’s social media presence.

Troubling Events Unfold

The heist surprised the crypto community, primarily because it’s the first of its kind in Blast’s layer 2 ecosystem. The troubling events unfolded when some community members noticed the sudden erasure of RiskOnBlast’s social media presence. Analysis pointed to a well-orchestrated deception, with crypto reporter Colin Wu, indicating that RiskOnBlast’s official X account had gone dark shortly after funds were siphoned off.

The Blast project RiskOnBlast is suspected of being Rugpull. Twitter and the website can no longer be opened. It may be the first Rugpull project on Blast. It raised a total of 420 ETH, worth approximately $1.25 million. Etherscan has flagged 0x1E…C558 as a phishing/scam.…

— Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) February 25, 2024

Analysis of Deception

Analysis pointed to a well-orchestrated deception, with crypto reporter Colin Wu, indicating that RiskOnBlast’s official X account had gone dark shortly after funds were siphoned off. Other prominent names in the crypto space, including analysts and investors, have expressed their dismay, with some questioning the scrutiny involved in the RiskOnBlast venture.

Investors Lament Losses

Investors such as MoonCat2878 shared their personal losses, with claims of losing significant amounts of money, as frustration grew among users of the Blast network. They took to X to shed light on the situation and express their intentions to contribute to fund recovery efforts. MoonCat2878 has pledged to donate 1 ETH to blockchain investigator ZachXBT and has also offered to hand over $12,500 to assist in the recovery of lost funds should they be retrieved.

Full transparency update on the first RUG on @Blast_L2 called RiskOnBlast

I am going to donate 1 ETH to @zachxbt tomorrow when back at home and hope he is able to help a bit to recover funds, I also am going to donate my $ 12,500 to Zach if he gets that back

So let's dig in,… https://t.co/VjUd3qIR5a

— MoonCat2878 (@mooncat2878) February 25, 2024

Questions Raised on RiskOnBlast Venture

Other prominent names in the crypto space, including analysts and investors, have expressed their dismay, with some questioning the scrutiny involved in the RiskOnBlast venture, which was backed despite having anonymous founders with no established reputation. RiskonBlast investors lament losses, expressing regret for not investigating further. Despite a later decision to cap the sale, the suspicions proved valid when the project suddenly resulted in investor losses.

Blast’s Reputation Under Scrutiny

The Blast network, a layer 2 solution built for Ethereum to enhance transaction throughput and cost efficiency, has gained traction in the crypto space with high-profile backers like Paradigm. However, following the disruption caused by the suspected rug pull, many are casting a skeptical eye on the security protocols of the Blast ecosystem. The tech community, including Coinbase’s Andrew Choi, has been actively engaging in discourse, seeking answers to how such a significant breach of trust could occur within an up-and-coming blockchain network.

Calls for Action

As the aftermath of the rug pull evolves, the Blast ecosystem stands at a crossroads, faced with regaining the confidence of its users and stakeholders. Investigations continue to unravel the details of the incident while voices in the crypto world call for action and rectification. It remains to be seen how Blast network will address the concerns raised and rebuild its reputation in the wake of this incident.

Tags: ETHHackScam
Dan K

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