James Carter

Chief Anti-Scam Analyst

An experienced crypto analyst specializing in the identification and documentation of fraudulent schemes. For years, I have been identifying deceptive patterns in blockchain projects to protect the community.

James's style is one of surgical precision. He writes like a forensics expert laying out evidence, relying on the cold logic of facts and letting the data speak for itself. He makes complex analysis obvious.

Credentials & Recognition

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Core Method: Juxtaposing "Claimed vs. Reality" by meticulously checking promises against code.

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Analogy: Uses a microscope and scalpel to "dissect" smart contracts.

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Expertise: Revealing fatal flaws in project tokenomics and on-chain logic.

ScamBusters.io • Last updated: September 2025

Meet Our Team of Experts

Marco Rizzo

Founder & Head of Investigations

Nico Marino

Head of Product

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

Amanda Harris

Crypto Education & Scam Awareness Lead

Olivia Lewis

Crypto Community Behavior Analyst

Latest Publications by James Carter

Top Strategies to Protect Against Smart Contract Exploits

Discover proven methods to safeguard your DeFi projects from smart contract vulnerabilities through auditing, formal verification, bug bounties, and real-time monitoring.
DeFi Risk Assessment Framework: How to Evaluate Protocols

Discover a comprehensive framework for assessing DeFi protocols' risks, including security, transparency, team credibility, and legal considerations for investors.
Guide to Assessing Crypto Smart Contract Audits for Investors

Learn how to evaluate cryptocurrency audits, interpret findings, and understand audit limitations to make informed investment decisions in blockchain projects.
Evaluating Meme Coin Tokenomics: Key Market Factors Explained

Discover how tokenomics like supply, liquidity, and trading volume influence meme coin market activity and volatility. A thorough analysis for investors.
Understanding DeFi Features on Binance Smart Chain (BSC)

Explore key DeFi features on Binance Smart Chain, including token rewards, liquidity pools, and community initiatives, to grasp how BSC empowers decentralized finance.
In-Depth Analysis of Anyswap Smart Contract Vulnerabilities

Discover the detailed forensic analysis of vulnerabilities in Anyswap's smart contracts, including security flaws, audits, and potential exploits that impacted the project.
Navigating Regulatory Risks and Compliance for Exchange Tokens

Discover the evolving legal landscape of exchange tokens, key compliance challenges, and strategies for exchanges to operate within the law and mitigate risks.
Maximize Blockchain Scalability with SKALE Network for Developers

Discover how the SKALE Network empowers developers with scalable, gas-free dApp deployment and its unique architecture for efficient blockchain development.
Meme Coin Tokenomics vs Utility: Key Factors for Long-Term Success

Explore the balance between speculative tokenomics and real-world utility in meme coins. Learn how to assess projects beyond hype for sustainable investment.
DeFi Yield Aggregation Strategies: Maximize Your Crypto Returns

Learn how DeFi yield aggregators work, the strategies they employ to boost returns, and how to navigate their benefits and risks for optimal crypto earning.
Terra Luna Collapse Impact on DeFi: Lessons & Market Effects

Explore how the Terra/Luna collapse shook the DeFi ecosystem, affecting protocols, investor confidence, and market sentiment, with insights into the broader crypto landscape.
Halborn Audit Process: Ensuring Blockchain Security & Smart Contract Safety

Discover how Halborn's comprehensive audit process detects vulnerabilities, enhances blockchain security, and ensures trustworthiness in decentralized projects.
Assessing DeFi Yield Sustainability: Risks and Strategies

Explore the key factors behind sustainable DeFi yields, including tokenomics and revenue models. Learn how to evaluate if high yields can last long-term.
Understanding Project Abandonment Patterns in Blockchain

Learn to identify key signs and patterns that indicate when a blockchain project might be at risk of failure or abandonment. Essential analysis for investors and developers.
Navigating LCX Tiamonds: The Future of Real-World Asset NFTs

Discover how LCX's Tiamonds NFT marketplace enables buying, minting, and trading real-world assets like diamonds, integrating blockchain technology for secure transactions.