Jessica Taylor

NFT Market Integrity Analyst

As an NFT specialist, I investigate wash trading, inflated volumes, and scarcity manipulation. I have been fighting scams in the NFT space since the very first hype cycles.

Jessica is both an art critic and a detective. She understands NFT culture but looks at it with a cool head, separating hype from real value. Her style is witty, informed, and insightful.

Credentials & Recognition

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Expertise: Uncovering wash trading and other forms of market manipulation.

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Key Contrast: "Hype vs. Evidence"—separating trends from tangible value.

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Analogy: Inflated volumes are "ghost buyers"; a project without a real team is a "forged signature".

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

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 Jessica Taylor

DeFi Project Abandonment vs. Exit Scams: Key Differences Explained

Learn to distinguish between DeFi project abandonment and exit scams. Understand warning signs, common patterns, and how to protect your investments effectively.
Smart Contract Embedded Proof-of-Work: A New Blockchain Paradigm

Explore how embedding Proof-of-Work directly into smart contracts revolutionizes blockchain, offering new efficiencies, challenges, and opportunities in decentralized tech.
Regulatory Compliance Strategies for DeFi Index Protocols

Discover key strategies for achieving regulatory compliance in DeFi index protocols. Learn about challenges, methods, and implications for long-term sustainability.
Service-Oriented Blockchain Architecture: A New Paradigm for Scalability

Discover how service-oriented architecture (SOA) transforms blockchain platforms by enabling modularity, scalability, and interoperability for the future of decentralized apps.
Yield Farming in DeFi: A Beginner’s Guide to Passive Income

Discover how yield farming in DeFi enables passive income. Learn strategies, risks like impermanent loss, and how liquidity drives decentralized finance success.
Solana StakeDrop Mechanism Explained | Passive Income Insights

Discover how Solana's StakeDrop system works for passive income, its technical mechanics, benefits for token holders, and how it compares to traditional staking methods.
Recognizing Common DeFi Project Abandonment Patterns

Discover the key indicators of DeFi project abandonment, including website shutdowns and community erosion, to help investors identify failing projects early.
Understanding DAO Governance Tokenomics: Key Insights for Decentralized Platforms

Explore how tokenomics shapes DAO governance, influences voting, incentives, and decision-making in decentralized communities. A data-driven look into effective token models.
Crypto Exit Scams vs. Project Failure: Key Differences Explained

Learn how to differentiate between exit scams and genuine project failures in crypto. Understand their signs, impacts, and key case studies like Taiger Coin.
How to Spot Exit Scams in Crypto: Key Indicators & Red Flags

Learn to identify the red flags of crypto exit scams with our comprehensive guide. Protect your investments by recognizing warning signs early and avoiding fraud.
High-Frequency Trading in DeFi: Challenges & Opportunities

Explore the technical requirements, challenges, and potential of high-frequency trading (HFT) within DeFi. Learn how speed impacts outcomes on the blockchain.
NFT Utility in Real-World Asset Tokenization: Unlocking Value

Discover how NFTs serve as practical tools for real-world asset tokenization, enabling ownership, access, and rights to tangible assets like real estate and infrastructure.
Democratizing Token Creation on Solana: Easy Platforms & Tools

Discover how user-friendly platforms are enabling anyone to launch tokens on Solana without coding skills, revolutionizing decentralization and innovation.
Effective Token Management Strategies Using Blockchain Tools

Discover top strategies and blockchain tools for managing cryptocurrencies efficiently, including tracking, portfolio monitoring, and interacting with smart contracts.
Understanding Proprietary AI Algorithms & Security Risks in Blockchain

Explore the implications of proprietary AI in blockchain projects, including transparency issues, security vulnerabilities, and the importance of open algorithms for trust.