Amanda Harris

Crypto Education & Scam Awareness Lead

As a crypto educator, I break down complex fraud schemes into understandable components for everyday users. I have dedicated my work to increasing awareness and improving decision-making.

Amanda is the translator from "geek" to "human." Her goal is to make crypto safety accessible to everyone. Her style is supportive, empathetic, and empowering, never judgmental.

Credentials & Recognition

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Core Skill: Simplifying complex topics with step-by-step instructions and checklists.

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Approach: Using real-life analogies to make information memorable and useful.

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Analogy: Her articles are a "flashlight in a dark tunnel" or a "survival guide" for the crypto world.

ScamBusters.io • Last updated: September 2025

Meet Our Team of Experts

Marco Rizzo

Founder & Head of Investigations

Nico Marino

Head of Product

James Carter

Chief Anti-Scam Analyst

Emily Davis

Lead Crypto Investigator

Michael Brown

Head of DeFi Risk Assessment

Sarah Wilson

Blockchain Threat Intelligence Lead

David Martinez

Crypto Investment Risk Advisor

Jessica Taylor

NFT Market Integrity Analyst

Christopher Anderson

Crypto Legal & Compliance Expert

Daniel Clark

Active Trader & Risk Pattern Watcher

Olivia Lewis

Crypto Community Behavior Analyst

Latest Publications by Amanda Harris

Polygon ($MATIC) Tokenomics: Utility, Supply & Network Value

Deep dive into Polygon's $MATIC tokenomics, exploring utility, transaction fees, staking rewards, governance, and how supply dynamics influence its blockchain ecosystem.
Enhancing DeFi with THORChain & ShapeShift Cross-Chain Liquidity

Discover how the ShapeShift integration with THORChain boosts cross-chain swaps, liquidity, and interoperability—transforming the DeFi landscape for users worldwide.
Shaping DeFi's Future: ShapeShift DAO and Community Governance

Discover how ShapeShift DAO empowers FOX token holders to influence DeFi development through decentralized governance and community-led decisions.
MixBytes & Pessimistic Audit Reports: Key Insights for DeFi

Explore the significance of audit reports from MixBytes and Pessimistic, understanding their impact on DeFi security and project credibility. Learn what these audits reveal.
DeFi Protocol Audits: Key Limitations You Must Know

Learn about the scope and limitations of DeFi protocol audits, why high scores don't guarantee safety, and what investors should watch out for to protect their assets.
Evaluating DeFi Project Communication Channels for Trust

Learn how active and transparent communication channels impact DeFi project credibility, investor trust, and long-term sustainability in DeFi ecosystems.
Impact of Anonymous Teams on Crypto Project Failures | Risks & Case Study

Explore how anonymous or pseudonymous development teams contribute to project failures in crypto, highlighting risks like lack of accountability and transparency with case studies.
Crypto Dividend Models & Sustainability: Key Insights

Explore how crypto dividend models work, their sustainability, and what risks they pose. Learn about Bitcoin dividends and long-term viability in DeFi projects.
Solana Smart Contract Vulnerabilities: Risks & How to Secure

Discover common vulnerabilities in Solana smart contracts, how exploits occur, and best practices to secure your projects on the Solana blockchain.
Top Binance Smart Chain Security Best Practices for Projects

Learn essential Binance Smart Chain security best practices to protect your projects from vulnerabilities, reentrancy attacks, and access control issues.
Complete Guide to the Base Blockchain Ecosystem and Its Projects

Discover the foundation, technology, and projects building on the Base blockchain. A comprehensive overview of this growing Layer-2 ecosystem and its advantages.
Decoding Smart Contract Vulnerabilities Beyond Audit Scores

Learn how to identify critical smart contract vulnerabilities like re-entrancy and access control flaws beyond audit scores. Protect your investments today.
Reentrancy Attacks in Smart Contracts: How to Detect & Prevent

Learn how reentrancy attacks exploit smart contracts, see real-world examples, and discover best practices to safeguard your DeFi projects from this critical vulnerability.
Origin Protocol: Decentralizing E-commerce with Blockchain

Discover Origin Protocol's mission to reshape online marketplaces through blockchain decentralization, its goals, technology, and impact on e-commerce.
Move Framework Security: Implications for Sui Blockchain Projects

Discover how Move's security features impact Sui projects. Learn best practices, potential vulnerabilities, and how developers can secure smart contracts on Sui.