what's SlowMist?
SlowMist is a blockchain security firm specializing in auditing and protecting the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Founded in 2018, it offers comprehensive security services including smart contract audits, exchange and wallet security assessments, blockchain node audits, threat intelligence, and defense deployments. The company focuses on identifying vulnerabilities in key areas such as private key architecture, business logic, consensus algorithms, and virtual machines across platforms like Ethereum, EOS, Solana, and others. With a team experienced in network security, SlowMist has audited over 1,500 projects and collaborated with major players in the industry. It emphasizes gray-box testing to simulate real-world attacks and provides consulting to enhance overall ecosystem safety. Operating primarily under Chinese jurisdiction, SlowMist prioritizes compliance and innovation in blockchain security solutions.
SlowMist promptly alerted Solv Protocol to a BRO vault exploit, enabling rapid response.
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x.com/slowmist_teamAlerted Solv Protocol to a BRO vault exploit affecting fewer than 10 users with a loss of 38.0474 SolvBTC on March 5, 2026.
Cointelegraph Magazine publishes feature article on SlowMist's blockchain security work and efforts in combating on-chain crime.
SlowMist founder Yu Xuan comments on Binance co-CEO Yi He's WeChat hack, warning about credential stuffing attacks via reissued mobile numbers in China and urging users to rotate passwords.
SlowMist publishes educational Crypto Asset Tracing Handbook covering on-chain tracing basics, tool usage, and risk response guidance.
MistTrack analyzes November 2025 OFAC sanctions case tracking 16M USDT in DPRK-linked laundering schemes with 6.5M frozen by Tether; AML system now tracks 500K+ threat intelligence addresses and identifies 90M+ risk addresses.
The company participates in Hong Kong FinTech 2025 and multiple Web3 industry events in November to share insights on blockchain security, compliance, and AML.
SlowMist participates in the inaugural Web3 Intelligence & Enforcement Summit hosted by Hong Kong Police Force's Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau, marking the official launch of the Virtual Asset Intelligence Team (VAIT).
Keyblock has fully adopted MistTrack AML product for virtual asset fund compliance, with MistTrack's database now covering 1,000+ entities and 400M+ labeled addresses.
CTO Blue will speak at Korea Blockchain Week 2025's Global Blockchain Forum on September 22, 2025, focusing on metaverse infrastructure security.
Founder delivers 3-hour blockchain security lecture at Hong Kong University Business School's Web3 Global Elite Programme on September 13.
Featured in Bloomberg Businessweek September cover story on blockchain security with founder providing perspective on industry challenges.
Announces participation at Inclusion·Conference Shanghai (Sep 10-13, 2025) with CPO speaking on compliance and security paradigm roundtable.
New partnership with AlloyX announced for next-gen stablecoin infrastructure development and security.
New strategic partnership with Sinohope Group focuses on blockchain security and AML solutions.
Strategic presence at Hong Kong Blockchain Summit (Aug 27) with two speaking slots focused on institutional security and compliance.
Launches stablecoin risk management and compliance solution on 2026-03-13 in Hong Kong, backed by six industry partnerships, focusing on on-chain fund monitoring in the AI era.
Security firm identifies $27M supply chain attack on BigONE exchange, successfully tracking attacker's wallet address.
New security report reveals 65.94% YoY increase in blockchain losses totaling $2.373B, with APT attacks becoming more sophisticated.
New anti-phishing training platform "Unphishable" launches with 30+ attack simulations, offering USDT rewards for top performers during July 1-5 launch challenge.
Active scam alert: Fake Telegram groups conducting phishing attacks through unauthorized investment links.