Michael Brown

Head of DeFi Risk Assessment

I specialize in analyzing DeFi protocols, identifying vulnerabilities and manipulation tactics. My mission is to help users navigate the high-risk landscape of decentralized finance.

Michael is the team's "mechanical engineer." He doesn't just say something is dangerous; he explains exactly how the mechanism can break, stress-testing protocols to find the cracks in the foundation.

Credentials & Recognition

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Focus: Identifying attack vectors, such as flash loans and liquidity traps.

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Key Contrast: "Shiny Interface vs. Weak Contract"—like a beautiful car with a faulty engine.

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Analogy: Views vulnerabilities as "ticking time bombs" or "cracks in the foundation".

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

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 Michael Brown

PumaPay Smart Contract Vulnerabilities: In-Depth Analysis 2025

Explore the detailed vulnerabilities found in PumaPay's smart contracts during audits by SmartDec and Hacken. Learn how these flaws could impact security and project success.
Risk Labs Foundation: Pioneering Blockchain and DeFi Innovations

Discover how Risk Labs Foundation drives blockchain innovation through key projects, technological advances, and contributions to the DeFi ecosystem, featuring UMA work.
Top Risk Mitigation Strategies for Low Market Cap Crypto Tokens

Learn proven strategies to manage risks in low market cap crypto investments. Protect your assets from volatility, low liquidity, and scam risks effectively.
Dispute Resolution in DeFi: Mechanisms, Challenges & Solutions

Explore how DeFi protocols handle disputes using mechanisms like oracles and governance, and understand the challenges in ensuring fair, impartial outcomes.
Evaluating Meme Token Roadmaps: Realistic Strategies for Success

Learn how to realistically assess meme coin project roadmaps, distinguish achievable goals from hype, and evaluate $PTM's roadmap with a practical framework.
Deflationary Tokenomics Strategies in Crypto: Mechanisms & Impact

Explore effective deflationary tokenomics strategies like token burns, their mechanisms, incentives, risks, and real-world examples shaping the future of cryptocurrency supply models.
YouTube Community Tokens Ecosystem: Revolutionizing Web3 Communities

Discover how YouTube community tokens are transforming creator-fan engagement, their underlying tech, use cases, challenges, and opportunities in the Web3 space.
Top Meme Coin Security Practices to Protect Your Investments

Learn essential security best practices for meme coin investors. Protect your assets by understanding smart contract risks, scams, and secure handling tips.
Evaluating On-Ramp Integrations in DeFi Platforms for Seamless Crypto Access

Learn how on-ramp integrations, like Coinbase partnerships, facilitate easy DeFi onboarding, their benefits, risks, and the impact of KYC-free limits for users.
Token Vesting Schedules in Crypto: Ensuring Project Stability

Learn how token vesting schedules protect investors, promote team commitment, and sustain long-term growth in cryptocurrency projects. A critical piece of tokenomics.
BaseBean Integration for Transaction Monitoring: Enhance Blockchain Transparency

Learn how integrating BaseBean with blockchain explorers like BaseScan improves transaction monitoring, verification, and transparency in crypto projects.
Super Bonk Security Audit: Key Findings & Security Analysis

An in-depth review of Super Bonk's security audit, highlighting critical vulnerabilities, audit process insights, and what users should know before investing.
Dual Incentive Models in Blockchain: Boosting Growth & Engagement

Explore dual incentive models in blockchain projects that offer multiple benefits like holding rewards and competitive winnings, enhancing sustainability and user engagement.
Meme Coin & NFT Hybrids on Solana: Trend, Opportunities & Risks

Discover the rising trend of meme coin and NFT hybrids on Solana, exploring project examples, use cases, marketing tactics, and the inherent risks within this innovative ecosystem.
Community Governance in AI Blockchain Platforms: How It Shapes Development

Explore how community-driven governance influences AI blockchain platforms, affecting development, upgrades, and trust in decentralized AI ecosystems.