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How Audit and KYC Projects Build Trust in DeFi Industry

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The Decentralized Finance world is one of the most outstanding financial revolutions of the 21st century. Generally, with DeFi, everyone globally can take charge of their finances and investments while benefiting from other services like lending, gaming, etc. 

However, the trust in DeFi is still lagging; thus, the adoption is also lagging. The primary reason for the lagging confidence in DeFi has always been about its bad. Generally, as a product of the crypto world, DeFi is always blamed for the issues associated with cryptocurrency. Since some KOLs still view crypto as a scam, DeFi suffers the same fate. 

Fortunately, there are ways to help bolster the trust in DeFi, including audits and KYC procedures. 

How Audit and KYC strengthen DeFi Projects

How do KYC and Audit projects strengthen confidence in the DeFi world? Here is a short guide. 

  • Audit Proves That a DeFi Project is Genuine

One of the significant ways that KYC and Audits bolster trust in DeFi is by proving that a project is genuine. Scams connected to the crypto world have been soaring, with investors losing fortunes to fake schemes. However, how do these scams happen?

Some developers may introduce a project with the primary intention of stealing from unknowing investors. Generally, these kinds of projects promise to offer high yields and could easily attract investors. Due to such scams, some investors could easily lose trust in DeFi. 

However, by using the KYC and Audit procedures, investors will now start trusting DeFi-related projects. The auditor can know if a particular project is genuine or not. In some cases, the auditor may do deep research, including looking at the following; 

  • Project webpage
  • Coin Minting mechanism
  • Team behind project
  • Economic model

By doing thorough analytics of the above mentioned, the auditor can assure investors that the new DeFi project is genuine. 

  • Real Tests

Another reason why audit and KYC platforms contribute to bolstering trust in DeFi is the real tests done. Smart contracts involve codes that are very complex for a person with no coding knowledge to understand. Therefore, it may be impossible for any investor to do an audit of a project before investing. 

However, smart contract audits have for some time now been an industry standard. The smart contract system auditors include a group of people with coding experience. The auditors apply autonomous tests on the system to see how it reacts to different scenarios of transactions. 

Furthermore, the auditors include manual tests to see if the results are consistent with the autonomous ones. The applications of real tests make their reports more valid and dependable to the DeFi investors, thus increasing trust in the DeFi industry. 

  • Audit Projects Give Recommendations

Another thing that audit and KYC projects do to help in building trust for the DeFi world is offering recommendations. Developers of the projects are the primary beneficiaries of the recommendations given by the auditors. The auditors can tell the developers how to change some code for more efficiency. Since the audits are often done before the project launches to the public, the developers can take their time and make the necessary changes to achieve efficiency. 

Investors, on the other hand, can benefit vastly from the project. The recommendations given by the audit companies may include what an average investor should do. On some occasions, they may state the risk level involved in investing in the projects. As such, the average investor will benefit. 

  • KYC Details Boost Consumer Trust

The fact that KYC collects details is another aspect that makes investors have deep confidence in the DeFi space. An average investor often wants to know that their investment will remain safe from hackers.

As mentioned earlier, KYC helps eliminate fraudulent people who are planning to commit manipulations or financial fraud. As such, it’s safe to say that KYC procedures can help boost investors’ confidence.

  • SolidProof Helps Bolster Investor Trust

Solidproof’s primary intention was to help in auditing and providing KYC services for DeFi projects. It aimed to participate in bolstering the trust of investors in DeFi, thus speeding up DeFi adoption. 

Solidproof KYC standards target to protect the DeFi platforms from corruption, fraud, money laundering, and financing of terrorism. It does KYC by; 

  • Identifying project customers.
  • Understanding their nature of activities.
  • Assessing money laundering risks and offering their recommendations to the platform developers.

Auditing by the Solidproof network also takes a few straightforward steps to ensure that services are provided efficiently. The steps include:

  • Communication– The first step to getting an audit is communicating with the Solidproof network and submitting the code.
  • Auditing– The second step is Solidproof working on your project’s audit, searching for any vulnerabilities manually and algorithmically.
  • Fixes- Here, Soldiproof suggests recommendations to the developing team, which they will work on. Afterward, the Solidproof network takes a second audit. 
  • Reports- Finally, SolidProof releases its audit report. 

Final Word

It’s true that with the increasing cases of scams, DeFi institutions are vulnerable to related financial frauds. Frauds contribute vastly to slacking investor trust in the Decentralized finance space. 

Audits help assure investors that the underlying project is genuine and the people behind it are not malicious. Moreover, auditors do real tests and give recommendations to the developers and, in some instances, the investors. KYC details collected and analysis done helps in protecting the projects.

Any platform offering DeFi services can try to use Solidproof’s auditing and KYC services to bolster efficiency. 

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HODL 2025 opens in Dubai, advancing the Emirates’ position as a global financial innovation hub

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HODL 2025, organised by Trescon, the world’s longest-running Web3 event, officially opened today at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi).

The prestigious two-day event follows the Dubai FinTech Summit that commenced on 12th May. During the Summit’s opening ceremony, His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), announced the launch of the inaugural Dubai Future Finance Week, scheduled for 2026. This flagship initiative will bring together major financial events—including Dubai FinTech Summit, Future Sustainability Forum, Private Capital Forum, Seamless Middle East, HODL Summit, and Dubai Future District Fund AGM—under a unified theme: “Pioneering tomorrow’s financial landscape: Innovation, sustainability, and global connectivity.”

“Being part of the upcoming Dubai Future Finance Week reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in the Web3 space,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman, Trescon. “We are proud to contribute to Dubai’s vision of becoming a global financial powerhouse.”

Crypto Rulebook: Toward Global Standards

A day 1 highlight was the expert panel “Crypto rulebook: Global best practices and regulatory measures”, moderated by Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General, Dubai Digital Asset Association. Speakers included:

  • Dyma Budorin, CEO, Hacken
  • Samir Safar-Aly, MENA FinTech Association
  • Erwin Voloder, European Blockchain Association
  • Belal Jassoma, DMCC

“We want to have the best ecosystem for entrepreneurs to run their business.” — Dyma Budorin
 “Regulations need to catch up and work together.” — Samir Safar-Aly


The discussion emphasized the need for global regulatory coherence and innovation-friendly compliance frameworks.

Insuring Web3: A $6 Trillion Opportunity

Another standout session, “Insuring the Future of Crypto: Bridging Risk & Innovation in the Digital Asset Economy”, spotlighted the crucial role of insurance in de-risking digital finance.

“Insurance has been a bedrock component of sustainability; it is a $6 trillion market.” — Joseph Ziolkowski

The panel explored how risk-aligned insurance solutions are key to unlocking institutional trust and long-term ecosystem resilience.

During his session, Cristian Ulloa, Co-Founder & CEO of Liquid Loans, Platinum sponsor of HODL 2025, shared valuable strategies for building wealth in crypto while steering clear of common pitfalls that lead to crypto regret.

Global Leaders on the HODL Stage

Day 1 also featured other prominent speakers sharing insights across DeFi, tokenisation, compliance, and blockchain banking including:

  • Corbin Fraser, CEO, Bitcoin.com
  • Nils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU, Binance
  • Gracy Chen, CEO, Bitget
  • Rifad Mahasneh, CEO MENA, OKX
  • Robert Crossley, Global Head, Franklin Templeton
  • Joseph Ziolkowski, CEO, Relm Insurance

View the full speaker lineup and agenda:

Ecosystem Support: HODL 2025 @ponsors and exhibitors

Sponsors:

Platinum: Liquid Loans.io
After Party: Coinvoyage
Gold: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Gofaizen & Sherle
Silver: Facephi
Bronze: Skygate Network, FMCPay, Pays Solutions, PEP

Exhibitors: SWAG42, Thesaurum, Travel Swap, Any2Pay
 Startup Pods: Scintilla, Boston Trading Co, Ace Capital, vbanq

Top Media Partners Covering HODL 2025

HODL 2025 is proudly backed by leading media outlets amplifying its global reach:

  • Official Media Partner: CNN Business Arabic
  • Exclusive Media Partner: Khaleej Times
  • Ecosystem Partner: Entrepreneur Middle East
  • Business Media Partner: Arabian Business
  • Digital PR Partner: ZEX PR Wire

These partnerships ensure HODL 2025 headlines the conversation on Web3, innovation, and the decentralised future.

About HODL

HODL, born from the legacy of the iconic World Blockchain Summit (WBS) and organised by Trescon, is the world’s longest running blockchain event series with 29 global editions across cities like Dubai, Singapore, and Bangkok. Since 2017, HODL has served as a platform for blockchain deal-making, innovation, and connecting disruptive projects with investors, enterprises, and governments. Join HODL Dubai on May 14-15, 2025, to engage with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge blockchain developments, and secure your place at the forefront of Web3 innovation.

For more information visit https://hodlsummit.com/

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Global Crypto Leaders to Converge in Dubai for Historic 30th Edition of HODL

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  • 5,000+ global leaders, investors, and innovators to gather in Dubai for the world’s longest-running Web3 and crypto summit.
  • Agenda spotlights tokenisation, decentralised finance, modular blockchain, and AI-powered infrastructure.
  • UAE Regional Round of the Startup World Cup, in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures, to offer blockchain start-ups a shot at $1M in investment at global finals.

The landmark 30th edition of the HODL (Formerly World Blockchain Summit), the world’s longest-running Crypto & Web3 Summit series is set to return to Dubai on 14-15 May 2025 at Madinat Jumeirah. HODL will bring together over 5,000 attendees, including policymakers, regulators, institutional investors, technological innovators, and entrepreneurs to drive critical conversations and partnerships shaping the future of decentralised finance, asset tokenisation, and AI-powered infrastructure.

Organised by Trescon and building on the legacy of the World Blockchain Summit, HODL has hosted 29 editions across key global hubs, including Dubai, Singapore, and Bangkok. This milestone event in Dubai cements its position as a leading global platform for blockchain innovation and strategic collaboration.

“HODL has become the definitive platform for blockchain innovation in the Middle East and beyond. This 30th edition marks a turning point as institutional adoption meets breakthrough tech. We’re proud to drive the conversations shaping the future of decentralisation,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman of Trescon.

HODL will spotlight cutting-edge developments driving the crypto and Web3 ecosystem — including real-world asset tokenization, advancements in modular blockchain infrastructure, the next wave of DeFi innovation, evolving regulatory frameworks, and enhanced security protocols for digital assets. These trends are accelerating global momentum toward institutional and enterprise blockchain adoption.

Featuring a powerhouse line-up of speakers including:

  • Corbin Fraser, Chief Executive Officer, Bitcoin.com
  • Nils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU, Binance
  • Gracy Chen, Chief Executive Officer, Bitget
  • Rifad Mahasneh, Chief Executive Officer MENA, OKX
  • Robert Crossley, Global Head of Industry and Digital Advisory Services, Franklin Templeton
  • Joseph Ziolkowski, Chief Executive officer, Relm Insurance
  • Viktor Fischer, Managing Partner, RockawayX
  • Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer, BingX
  • Luther Maday, Global Head of Payments, Algorand Foundation
  • Dyma Budorin, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Hacken Click here to see full list of speakers.

“HODL 2025 is where the future of Web3 and crypto innovation takes shape. I am thrilled to collaborate with pioneers shaping this exciting digital revolution,” stated Corbin Fraser, CEO of Bitcoin.com.

Talking about the opportunity, Nils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU at Binance remarked,

“Excited to share insights on blockchain and connect with leaders driving GameFi, NFTs, and Web3 advancements at HODL 2025.“

In a significant development for the region’s innovation landscape, HODL has partnered with Pegasus Tech Ventures to host the UAE Regional Round of the Startup World Cup,

offering emerging blockchain ventures a chance to pitch for a place at the global finals and compete for a $1 million investment. Pegasus has invested in over 260 companies, with 71 exits and 22 IPOs, providing a formidable launchpad for start- up growth.

HODL 2025 provides its attendees unprecedented access to more than 500 institutional investors, creating opportunities for strategic collaborations with

industry leaders, regulatory authorities, enterprise organisations, and government officials. This environment is optimally structured for capital formation, strategic insight development, and institutional partnerships.

Reflecting the growing influence of blockchain in global finance, HODL is backed by leading sponsors and ecosystem partners including:

  • Platinum Sponsor – Liquid Loans
  • After Party Sponsor- Coinvoyage
  • Gold Sponsors – Tata Consultancy Services | Gofaizen & Sherle
  • Silver Sponsor – Facephi
  • Bronze Sponsors – Skygate Network | FMCPAY | Pays.Solutions | P2P

With the strategic support of over 60 global media and listing partners, participating organisations will achieve significant visibility across international platforms. CNN Business Arabic serves as the Official Media Partner, with Khaleej Times as Exclusive Media Partner, and ZEX PR WIRE as the Official Digital PR Distribution Partner.

For more information, visit: https://hodlsummit.com/dubai2025/ For further enquiries, contact:

Shadi Dawi

Sr. Director – PR, Comms., & Media

M: +971 55 498 4989 | E: shadi@tresconglobal.com

About HODL

HODL, born from the legacy of the iconic World Blockchain Summit (WBS) and organised by Trescon, is the world’s longest-running blockchain event series with 29 global editions across cities like Dubai, Singapore, and Bangkok. Since 2017, HODL has served as a platform for blockchain deal-making, innovation, and connecting disruptive projects with investors, enterprises, and governments.

Join HODL Dubai on May 14-15, 2025, to engage with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge blockchain developments, and secure your place at the forefront of Web3 innovation.

Visit https://hodlsummit.com/dubai2025/ for more details and ticket information.

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Camp Network, the Autonomous IP Layer 1 Blockchain, Launches its K2 Public Testnet

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Following a Successful $30M Fundraise, Camp Launches K2 Public Testnet and Summit Series Campaign

Camp Network today announced the launch of its K2 public testnet for its Autonomous IP Layer 1 blockchain, alongside the Summit Series ecosystem campaign where users can traverse through live applications on Camp.

Summit Series offers users the unique chance to explore and engage with Camp’s growing ecosystem by completing onchain quests through a customized campsite frontend experience. The first set of decentralized apps are live for its Phase 1 launch, with dozens more rolling out in the coming months leading up to Camp’s anticipated mainnet release later this year. Camp’s ecosystem partners collectively reach over 5 million users and creative works, offering contributors a pathway to shape the future of onchain IP.

“We invite the community to join us as we hike toward the mainnet summit,” said James Chi, Co-Founder of Camp Network. “This is a chance to help shape the future of AI-native creativity and onchain IP provenance via live applications on Camp.”

The public testnet follows Camp’s recent $30M in total fundraising, including a Series A round co-led by 1kx and Blockchain Capital. Powered by its Proof of Provenance protocol, Camp enables users to register and tokenize their intellectual property onchain, train and deploy AI agents, and earn transparent, enforceable royalties from downstream usage. Camp’s architecture supports gasless IP registration, automated licensing and isolated execution environments optimized for agent-based workflows. It’s built to serve a new class of developers, creators and AI-native applications.

“The Summit Series kicks off a pivotal first step for our ecosystem partners. Each team has invested an incredible amount of work, and I’m excited for them to showcase what they’ve built to our community and beyond,” said Drew Rasansky, Head of Ecosystem at Camp Network. 

Camp Network is more than a blockchain — it’s a foundation for a more equitable internet, where creative work is protected, attributed and monetized transparently. Across any form of IP including art, music, film, data and videos, Camp enables collaboration between human creativity and intelligent systems, all backed by verifiable provenance.

To learn more about Camp Network, visit campnetwork.xyz. To join the Summit Series, visit testnet.campnetwork.xyz 

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