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Ethereum Foundation developers used coordinated AI agents to probe the network’s gossipsub messaging layer and identified a remotely triggerable crash vulnerability that could take validator nodes offline. The work also highlighted a major challenge for blockchain security teams: AI can produce convincing bug reports that still require rigorous human validation.

BONK DAO was drained of about $20 million in BONK tokens after an attacker bought enough voting power to push through a malicious onchain proposal. The incident has renewed scrutiny of token-based governance models that allow low-turnout votes to automatically move treasury funds.

Recent surges in meme coins like DOGE, SHIB, BONK, PEPE, and WIF are fueling speculation about the onset of an altcoin season. Analysts point to potential signs of altcoins outperforming Bitcoin, emphasizing historical patterns and the need for caution in timing the shift. Monitoring Ethereum's breach of the $3,500 threshold is highlighted as a key confirmation signal for the anticipated altcoin season.