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Independent on-chain investigator
The most prominent independent blockchain sleuth in crypto, known for exposing hacks, scams, stolen-fund trails, and manipulative actors.
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ZachXBT made the claim directly on his X account, stating he had gained access to the syndicate's inner workings. He did not publicly detail the methods used to infiltrate the group or identify specific individuals involved.
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