Web 3.0 isn’t just a buzzword anymore. It’s here, shaking up everything from how money flows to who controls the internet. Whether it’s DeFi, NFTs, smart contracts, or DAOs, we’re deep in a major shift. But there’s a flip side no one can afford to ignore: security.
As the space grows, so do the risks.
And 2025 isn’t letting up — over $2.5 billion has already been wiped out through scams, hacks, and protocol exploits in just the first half of the year. That’s not a typo. Billions, gone—before we even hit Q3. So yeah, Web 3.0 might be moving faster than the early internet ever did—some say 80% user growth year over year, with a billion users expected by 2025—but that speed comes with blind spots.
Let’s jump straight to these Web 3.0 Security Hacks
Hack 1: Use a burner wallet for new dApps
Don’t risk your main wallet. Set up a fresh wallet when trying out any new platform. Keep the balance low. If anything goes wrong, your core funds stay safe.
Hack 2: Revoke old approvals every month
When you connect your wallet to a dApp, you give it permission to move tokens. Those permissions can stay active long after you’re done using the app. Go to revoke.cash or Etherscan’s token approvals tool. Remove access you no longer need.
Hack 3: Check if the smart contract is public and audited
Before you connect, look at the project’s smart contract.
Is it open-source? Has it been audited by a known firm? Has it been used by others for some time? If it’s new, closed, and unaudited — walk away.
Why You Can’t Afford to Ignore Web 3.0 Security Anymore
If you’re investing, building, or even just curious about Web 3.0, here’s why getting smart on security is non-negotiable:
🔑 Lose a Key, Lose Everything
Self-custody is powerful, sure—but also risky. One wrong move, one lost key, and it’s game over. Smart contract bugs? They’ve emptied wallets in seconds.
📉 Volatility Doesn’t Care About You
Markets swing hard. One day, green candles. The next? Bloodbath. If you don’t know how to navigate risk, you’ll get wiped out faster than you think.
⚖️ Regulations Are a Moving Target
With governments playing catch-up, what’s legal today might be outlawed tomorrow. Staying informed is survival.
🔄 Not Everything Connects (Yet)
Web 3.0 is still patchy. Some tools, chains, and systems just don’t play well together. And when stuff breaks mid-use? You’ll wish you’d planned for it.
🌱 It’s Not All Eco-Friendly
Proof-of-work systems, in particular, raise red flags for sustainability. If you care about the planet, you’ll want to dig deeper before diving in.
In short: Web 3.0 isn’t just promising. It’s unpredictable. The ones who win? They’re the ones who know the risks—and act accordingly.
Enter: The Heavy Hitters at Unchained Summit
That’s exactly why Unchained Summit exists. This October 30th & 31st in Dubai, the summit brings together some of the most trusted voices in crypto security.
- Eowyn Chen, CEO, Trust Wallet, UAE
- Andrew Vranjes, Chief Revenue Officer, Blockdaemon, UAE
- Abdulla Al Dhaheri, CEO, The Blockchain Center, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Gary Sheynkman, Venture Partner, Further Ventures, UAE
- Mark Rydon, Co-Founder & CSO, Aethir, Singapore
- David Norris, CFO & CSO, NEAR Foundation, UAE
- Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer, BingX, Canada
- Kevin Lee, Chief Business Officer, Gate, Hong Kong
- Bader Kalooti, Regional Head of Growth & Ops, MEASAT, Binance, UAE
- Alexander Scott, Middle East Lead, Solana Superteam, UAE
- Phil Sham, CEO and Co-Founder, Aquanow, Canada
- Fefe Demeny, Host, Crypto Banter, Europe
- Zane Suren, Managing Director Commercial, MEA, Zodia Custody, UAE, and many more.
To see all speakers taking the stage, head to this link.
What You’ll Take Away from the Unchained Summit
Web 3.0 has flipped the script. Where Web 2.0 gave power to platforms, Web 3.0 puts control back in the hands of users. But with that control comes the need to stay educated.
Here’s what you’ll get at the summit:
✅ Battle-tested strategies to protect your crypto assets
✅ Real case studies on how major exploits happened—and how to avoid them
✅ Panels with the smartest people in Web 3.0 security
✅ Access to builders, hackers (the good kind), and innovators shaping the next internet
If you’re serious about navigating this space with your eyes open—and your assets protected—then this is the room to be in.
Don’t wait until something breaks. Learn how to protect what you’re building. Buy tickets to Unchained Summit: 👉 https://unchainedsummit.com/buy-tickets