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{"actor":"system:backfill","investigation_id":"358f0d49-b6cd-43bf-854b-c053c61f075e","kind":"publish","page_slug":"humanity-protocol","published_at":"2026-06-14T07:25:46.763Z","sequence_num":1,"snapshot":{"content_type":"investigation","entity_name":"Humanity Protocol","sections":[{"content":"Humanity Protocol is a decentralized identity network built as a zkEVM Layer 2 blockchain using Polygon's Chain Development Kit (CDK). The protocol allows users to verify their uniqueness as a human through palm-vein biometric scanning conducted via a mobile device. Biometric data is processed into zero-knowledge proofs, meaning raw palm images are not retained by the protocol or any central entity; instead, proof generation is distributed across a network of 'zkProofer' nodes. Verified users receive a Human ID, a decentralized identifier (DID) linked to their wallet, and verifiable credentials (VC) attesting to personhood. The project is positioned as a privacy-preserving competitor to Worldcoin, which uses iris-scan hardware, differentiating itself through its ZK-proof architecture and phone-based scanning. Cross-chain credential verification is supported via LayerZero across Ethereum, Arbitrum, Optimism, and BNB Chain.","heading":"Project Overview","severity":"low","sources":[{"credibility":2,"name":"What Is the Humanity Protocol? Verifying Humans in an AI World - CoinMarketCap","type":"news_article","url":"https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/what-is-the-humanity-protocol-verifying-humans-in-an-ai-world"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol: Bringing Identity Verification Onchain - Messari","type":"research","url":"https://messari.io/report/humanity-protocol-bringing-identity-verification-onchain"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Palm-scanning Humanity Protocol emerges as new kid on the blockchain - Biometric Update","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.biometricupdate.com/202405/palm-scanning-humanity-protocol-emerges-as-new-kid-on-the-blockchain"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Overview - Humanity Protocol Docs","type":"official","url":"https://docs.humanity.org/introduction/overview"}]},{"content":"Humanity Protocol conducted two notable funding rounds totaling $50 million. In May 2024, the project raised $30 million in a seed round at a $1 billion fully diluted valuation led by Kingsway Capital, with participation from Pantera Capital, Animoca Brands, Hashed, Shima Capital, and Jump Crypto. In January 2025, Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto led a follow-on $20 million round that brought the fully diluted valuation to $1.1 billion. The company was co-founded by Terence Kwok and has notable advisors including Yat Siu, Chairman of Animoca Brands, and Sandeep Nailwal, co-founder of Polygon. The Humanity Foundation board includes Yat Siu, Mario Nawfal of International Blockchain Consulting, and Yeewai Chong, a former Morgan Stanley and Ortus Capital investment professional. Total institutional investor count is reported at approximately 13 institutions and 2 angel investors.","heading":"Funding and Valuation","severity":"low","sources":[{"credibility":2,"name":"Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto lead $20 million funding round for Humanity Protocol - The Block","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.theblock.co/post/337538/pantera-capital-and-jump-crypto-lead-20-million-funding-round-for-humanity-protocol"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Secures Strategic Funding from Jump Crypto and Pantera Capital at $1.1B Valuation - Official Blog","type":"official","url":"https://www.humanity.org/blog/humanity-protocol-secures-strategic-funding-from-jump-crypto-and-pantera-capital-at-1-1b-fully-diluted-valuation"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol raises $20m to challenge Sam Altman's Worldcoin - DL News","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.dlnews.com/articles/web3/humanity-protocol-raises-to-challenge-sam-altman-worldcoin/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Launches the Humanity Foundation - Official Blog","type":"official","url":"https://www.humanity.org/blog/humanity-protocol-launches-the-humanity-foundation"}]},{"content":"The $H token launched on June 25, 2025, across multiple exchanges. The total fixed supply is 10 billion tokens. Allocation breakdown: Ecosystem Fund 24%, Early Contributors 19%, Identity Verification Rewards 18%, Community Incentives 12%, Foundation Operations Treasury 12%, Investors 10%, and Human Institute Strategic Reserve 5%. Investors received a 12-month cliff with 18 months of linear vesting and 0% unlocked at the Token Generation Event (TGE). Shortly before the June 2026 security incident, the Humanity Foundation announced an adjustment to the H token vesting plan, giving investors a choice between extending their distribution with a new cliff in September 2026 or taking an immediate discounted unlock at a 70% reduction, fully distributed by June 25, 2026. The token opened near $0.029 at launch and reached a high of approximately $0.389 on October 25, 2025, before declining substantially. The June 2026 exploit caused an approximately 80–90% single-day price collapse.","heading":"Token Launch and Tokenomics","severity":"medium","sources":[{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol (H) Tokenomics and Vesting Schedule - Tokenomist","type":"research","url":"https://tokenomist.ai/humanity"},{"credibility":2,"name":"$H Token - Humanity Official","type":"official","url":"https://www.humanity.org/h-token"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Token Unlock - KuCoin","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.kucoin.com/news/articles/humanity-protocol-token-unlock-strategic-market-supply-dynamics-for-h-holders"},{"credibility":2,"name":"H Token Vesting Adjustment - WEEX Crypto News","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.weex.com/news/detail/the-humanity-foundation-announced-adjustments-to-the-h-token-vesting-plan-and-set-a-deadline-with-some-institutions-publicly-disclosing-their-choice-to-unlock-at-a-discount-immediately-710179"}]},{"content":"On June 9, 2026, Humanity Protocol suffered a major security breach in which attackers drained approximately $32–36 million across Ethereum and BNB Chain. Official post-mortem reporting confirmed that malware infected a single employee's laptop, which contained seven private keys used in multisig wallet configurations: specifically, 3-of-6 keys for the Ethereum bridge contract and 3-of-5 keys for the BNB Chain safe. This meant one individual controlled enough multisig keys to authorize transactions unilaterally. In addition to draining wallets, the attacker minted approximately 200–300 million additional H tokens on BNB Chain. Total tokens affected across drains, unauthorized mints, and DEX swaps reached approximately 447 million H. The $H token fell approximately 80–90% intraday. The Ethereum bridge wallet was allegedly compromised for at least 14 hours before key rotation occurred. Humanity Protocol subsequently offered a $1 million USDT bounty for information leading to fund recovery and launched a public compromised-address tracker, but had not announced a full compensation framework as of the time of reporting. The project's security architecture was widely criticized: trading strategy analyst Mikko Ohtamaa noted the irony that a protocol designed to prevent Sybil attacks concentrated three multisig signing keys in a single person, directly contradicting its own stated principles of distributed trust.","heading":"June 2026 Security Exploit","severity":"critical","sources":[{"credibility":1,"name":"Humanity Protocol token crashes more than 80% after a $32 million private-key hack - CoinDesk","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/06/09/humanity-protocol-token-crashes-more-than-80-after-a-usd32-million-private-key-hack"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Three Breach Vectors, 447M Tokens: Humanity Protocol Details $H Exploit - CryptoTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.cryptotimes.io/2026/06/09/three-breach-vectors-447m-tokens-humanity-protocol-details-h-exploit/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"One Laptop, $36 Million, and a Token Collapse: Inside the Humanity Protocol Exploit - CryptoTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.cryptotimes.io/2026/06/10/one-laptop-36-million-and-a-token-collapse-inside-the-humanity-protocol-exploit/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Reveals Employee Laptop Breach Behind $36M Exploit - CryptoTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.cryptotimes.io/2026/06/09/humanity-protocol-reveals-employee-laptop-breach-behind-36m-exploit/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"One laptop: How poor security ruined Humanity Protocol - Protos","type":"news_article","url":"https://protos.com/one-laptop-how-poor-security-ruined-humanity-protocol/"}]},{"content":"On-chain investigator ZachXBT publicly alleged that the June 2026 security incident was 'possibly staged,' characterizing it as a 'crime pump' in which the team allegedly coordinated with a market maker to exit positions using the hack as cover. On-chain analyst Elton provided forensic findings indicating potential pre-planning: attacker wallets were allegedly pre-funded dating back to late April and May 2026 via exchanges and mixers; minting authority was allegedly 'warmed up' and tested days before the actual exploit; and cross-chain execution on Ethereum and BNB Chain occurred simultaneously. Elton concluded the pattern was 'consistent with either an insider or an outside actor who had quietly held the compromised key for some time.' Researchers also noted a suspicious 400% price surge in $H approximately five days before the incident, coinciding with upcoming token unlock events. Humanity Protocol has not publicly addressed ZachXBT's specific claims in detail, and no independent law enforcement or third-party confirmation of staging has been reported. These allegations remain unconfirmed as of the time of this investigation.","heading":"Alleged Staged Hack and Exit Scam Concerns","severity":"critical","sources":[{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Loses $32M in Private Key Hack as ZachXBT Calls Incident 'Possibly Staged' - Bitcoin.com News","type":"news_article","url":"https://news.bitcoin.com/humanity-protocol-exploit-zachxbt-staged/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"ZachXBT Calls $32M Humanity Protocol Hack 'Possibly Staged,' $H Crashes 86% - CryptoTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.cryptotimes.io/2026/06/09/zachxbt-calls-32m-humanity-protocol-hack-possibly-staged-h-crashes-86/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Is Humanity Protocol's $32M Hack an Exit Scam? What ZachXBT's Investigation Reveals - Memeburn","type":"news_article","url":"https://memeburn.com/is-humanity-protocols-32m-hack-an-exit-scam-what-zachxbts-investigation-reveals/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Token H Crashes 82% After $32M Hack - Bitcoin Foundation","type":"news_article","url":"https://bitcoinfoundation.org/news/crimes-and-fraud-news/humanity-protocol-hacked/"}]},{"content":"The $H token launched in June 2025 amid significant community backlash over the project's airdrop mechanics. Founder Terence Kwok admitted in a leaked conversation that of the nine million Human IDs claimed as registered, approximately only one million represented genuinely verified humans — implying up to 88% of the registered user base may have been bots or unverified accounts. Despite this, the project had marketed approximately six million Human IDs on its website with the tagline 'Humanity Protocol is growing one human at a time.' The project also applied a retroactive referral penalty system that had not been disclosed during the airdrop promotion period: users whose referral links were used by accounts flagged as bots or Sybil actors were penalized, and the penalties cascaded to those who had joined through flagged referrers. Community members reported that approximately 80% of active participants were marked ineligible. Kwok allegedly dismissed disgruntled users by saying 'These are not real community members, they'll just sell the tokens and move on.' An influencer's token allocation was reportedly manually adjusted after discussions with the team about the bot-flagging issue, raising concerns about unequal treatment. These issues represent a fundamental contradiction for a protocol whose core value proposition is Sybil resistance.","heading":"Airdrop Controversy and Sybil Detection Failure","severity":"high","sources":[{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol token plummets as founder admits network could be up to 88% bots - DL News","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.dlnews.com/articles/people-culture/humanity-protocol-token-falls-founder-admits-network-is-mostly-bots/"},{"credibility":3,"name":"The Humanity Protocol Airdrop: A Case Study in Community Disappointment - Mitosis University","type":"community_report","url":"https://university.mitosis.org/the-humanity-protocol-airdrop-a-case-study-in-community-disappointment-and-its-repercussions/"},{"credibility":3,"name":"Humanity's Airdrop Math Doesn't Add Up Like You Think - Crypto News Navigator","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.cryptonewsnavigator.com/academy/article/humanitys-airdrop-math-doesnt-add-up-like-you-think"},{"credibility":3,"name":"EXPOSED: Humanity Protocol Airdrop - Shady Distribution, Insider Job, and Lies - Airdrops.io","type":"community_report","url":"https://airdrops.io/humanity-protocol/"}]},{"content":"Terence Kwok, founder and CEO, previously founded Tink Labs in Hong Kong in 2012, a hotel smartphone-rental service (branded 'Handy') that raised approximately $170–200 million from investors including SoftBank and Foxconn at a peak valuation of $1.5 billion. Tink Labs ceased operations in August 2019 and its European division entered insolvency proceedings in January 2020 after sustained operating losses, aggressive expansion, and market conditions that eroded its competitive advantage. Reports from the Tink Labs collapse included accounts of workplace dysfunction, with departing employees allegedly defacing office premises. SoftBank reportedly halted a major Japanese joint venture due to concerns the firm was 'funnelling money from the joint venture in other regions.' On-chain investigator Specter published a thread in June 2025 alleging that three of four Humanity Protocol team leaders had 'questionable pasts involving mismanagement, lawsuits, or financial wrongdoing.' Mario Nawfal, listed as a Humanity Foundation board member, has separately been subject to allegations of embezzlement and unpaid wages from former associates, with reporting indicating that FBI and SEC agents contacted at least one complainant. Nawfal has denied these allegations and stated he has never been contacted by law enforcement. Yat Siu, Animoca Brands chairman and advisor to Humanity Protocol, was associated with a company that was delisted from the Australian Stock Exchange, according to third-party reports; Siu retains his role at Animoca Brands. None of these allegations constitute confirmed legal findings, and no criminal charges have been publicly reported against Kwok, Nawfal, or Siu in connection with Humanity Protocol specifically.","heading":"Founder and Leadership Background Concerns","severity":"high","sources":[{"credibility":2,"name":"How Humanity Protocol CEO drove his previous firm to insolvency - Protos","type":"news_article","url":"https://protos.com/how-humanity-protocol-ceo-drove-his-previous-firm-to-insolvency/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Boss Terence Kwok Nearly Bankrupted 'Unicorn' Phone Company Tink Labs - CCN","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.ccn.com/news/crypto/humanity-protocol-terence-kwok-tink-labs/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"FBI and SEC likely investigating Mario Nawfal after wave of complaints - Protos","type":"news_article","url":"https://protos.com/fbi-and-sec-likely-investigating-mario-nawfal-after-wave-of-complaints/"},{"credibility":3,"name":"Specter on X: A Closer Look at Humanity Protocol Team Leads","type":"social_media","url":"https://x.com/SpecterAnalyst/status/1938234849674072405"}]},{"content":"Humanity Protocol's core product involves collecting palm-vein biometric data, which raises inherent privacy considerations applicable to all biometric identity systems. The protocol claims that raw biometric data is never stored by the protocol or any central entity; instead, palm images are converted into ZK proofs distributed across zkProofer nodes. Independent security audits of this specific ZK implementation have not been prominently publicized as of the time of this investigation. General risks applicable to biometric systems include: biometric data, unlike passwords, cannot be changed if compromised; centralized or semi-centralized biometric databases are high-value targets for state actors and adversaries; and a trusted setup for biometric data encryption may not guarantee privacy against government requests for data disclosure. The June 2026 exploit demonstrated that the project's operational security — specifically private key management — was materially deficient, raising questions about the rigor with which biometric data handling is implemented, even if biometric storage is architecturally separate from the key management system that was breached.","heading":"Biometric Privacy and Data Security Risks","severity":"medium","sources":[{"credibility":2,"name":"How Do Palm Scans Work on the Humanity Protocol - Official Blog","type":"official","url":"https://www.humanity.org/blog/how-do-palm-scans-work-on-the-humanity-protocol"},{"credibility":3,"name":"Humanity Protocol: Biometric Sybil Resistance for Decentralized Identity - Mitosis University","type":"research","url":"https://university.mitosis.org/humanity-protocol-biometric-sybil-resistance-for-decentralized-identity/"}]},{"content":"Humanity Protocol competes in the proof-of-personhood segment alongside Worldcoin (iris scans, 15 million users), Humanode (facial scans), Idena (puzzle-based liveness), and BrightID (social-graph verification). The project gained attention in April 2026 when Worldcoin's token declined sharply and $H surged approximately 65%, suggesting some investor rotation between the two projects. Humanity Protocol reported approximately one million genuinely verified users at the time of its June 2025 token launch — substantially fewer than Worldcoin's user base. The project received coverage in major industry publications including CoinDesk, The Block, Biometric Update, and DL News, and institutional research from Messari and Delphi Digital, indicating recognition within the industry as a legitimate, if controversial, participant in the decentralized identity space.","heading":"Competitive Position and Market Context","severity":"low","sources":[{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Surges 65% Amid Worldcoin's Credibility Problem - BanklessTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.banklesstimes.com/articles/2026/04/29/humanity-protocol-surges-65-amid-worldcoins-credibility-problem/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Understanding Humanity Protocol: A Comprehensive Overview - Messari","type":"research","url":"https://messari.io/report/understanding-humanity-protocol-a-comprehensive-overview"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol: The Identity Solution Going after Meta - Delphi Digital","type":"research","url":"https://members.delphidigital.io/reports/humanity-protocol-report"}]}],"sources_used":[{"credibility":1,"name":"Humanity Protocol token crashes more than 80% after a $32 million private-key hack - CoinDesk","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/06/09/humanity-protocol-token-crashes-more-than-80-after-a-usd32-million-private-key-hack"},{"credibility":1,"name":"Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto lead $20 million funding round for Humanity Protocol - The Block","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.theblock.co/post/337538/pantera-capital-and-jump-crypto-lead-20-million-funding-round-for-humanity-protocol"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol token plummets as founder admits network could be up to 88% bots - DL News","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.dlnews.com/articles/people-culture/humanity-protocol-token-falls-founder-admits-network-is-mostly-bots/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol: Bringing Identity Verification Onchain - Messari","type":"research","url":"https://messari.io/report/humanity-protocol-bringing-identity-verification-onchain"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Understanding Humanity Protocol: A Comprehensive Overview - Messari","type":"research","url":"https://messari.io/report/understanding-humanity-protocol-a-comprehensive-overview"},{"credibility":2,"name":"ZachXBT Calls $32M Humanity Protocol Hack 'Possibly Staged,' $H Crashes 86% - CryptoTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.cryptotimes.io/2026/06/09/zachxbt-calls-32m-humanity-protocol-hack-possibly-staged-h-crashes-86/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"One Laptop, $36 Million, and a Token Collapse: Inside the Humanity Protocol Exploit - CryptoTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.cryptotimes.io/2026/06/10/one-laptop-36-million-and-a-token-collapse-inside-the-humanity-protocol-exploit/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"How Humanity Protocol CEO drove his previous firm to insolvency - Protos","type":"news_article","url":"https://protos.com/how-humanity-protocol-ceo-drove-his-previous-firm-to-insolvency/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"FBI and SEC likely investigating Mario Nawfal after wave of complaints - Protos","type":"news_article","url":"https://protos.com/fbi-and-sec-likely-investigating-mario-nawfal-after-wave-of-complaints/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"One laptop: How poor security ruined Humanity Protocol - Protos","type":"news_article","url":"https://protos.com/one-laptop-how-poor-security-ruined-humanity-protocol/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Three Breach Vectors, 447M Tokens: Humanity Protocol Details $H Exploit - CryptoTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.cryptotimes.io/2026/06/09/three-breach-vectors-447m-tokens-humanity-protocol-details-h-exploit/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Secures Strategic Funding - Official Blog","type":"official","url":"https://www.humanity.org/blog/humanity-protocol-secures-strategic-funding-from-jump-crypto-and-pantera-capital-at-1-1b-fully-diluted-valuation"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Raises $30M at $1 Billion Valuation - Official Blog","type":"official","url":"https://www.humanity.org/blog/humanity-protocol-raises-30m-at-a-1-billion-valuation-to-build-zero-knowledge-worldcoin-competitor"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Palm-scanning Humanity Protocol emerges as new kid on the blockchain - Biometric Update","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.biometricupdate.com/202405/palm-scanning-humanity-protocol-emerges-as-new-kid-on-the-blockchain"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol raises $20M at $1.1B valuation - Biometric Update","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.biometricupdate.com/202501/humanity-protocol-raises-20m-at-1-1b-valuation"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol Surges 65% Amid Worldcoin's Credibility Problem - BanklessTimes","type":"news_article","url":"https://www.banklesstimes.com/articles/2026/04/29/humanity-protocol-surges-65-amid-worldcoins-credibility-problem/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Is Humanity Protocol's $32M Hack an Exit Scam? What ZachXBT's Investigation Reveals - Memeburn","type":"news_article","url":"https://memeburn.com/is-humanity-protocols-32m-hack-an-exit-scam-what-zachxbts-investigation-reveals/"},{"credibility":2,"name":"Humanity Protocol: The Identity Solution Going after Meta - Delphi Digital","type":"research","url":"https://members.delphidigital.io/reports/humanity-protocol-report"},{"credibility":2,"name":"What Is the Humanity Protocol? Verifying Humans in an AI World - CoinMarketCap","type":"news_article","url":"https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/what-is-the-humanity-protocol-verifying-humans-in-an-ai-world"},{"credibility":3,"name":"Specter on X: A Closer Look at Humanity Protocol Team Leads","type":"social_media","url":"https://x.com/SpecterAnalyst/status/1938234849674072405"},{"credibility":3,"name":"The Humanity Protocol Airdrop: A Case Study in Community Disappointment - Mitosis University","type":"community_report","url":"https://university.mitosis.org/the-humanity-protocol-airdrop-a-case-study-in-community-disappointment-and-its-repercussions/"},{"credibility":3,"name":"EXPOSED: Humanity Protocol Airdrop - Airdrops.io","type":"community_report","url":"https://airdrops.io/humanity-protocol/"}],"summary":"Humanity Protocol is a blockchain-based decentralized identity platform founded by Terence Kwok that uses palm-vein biometrics and zero-knowledge proofs to verify unique personhood. The project raised $50 million at a $1.1 billion valuation from institutional investors including Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto, and launched its $H token in June 2025. In June 2026, attackers drained approximately $32–36 million from the project via a compromised employee laptop holding multiple multisig private keys; on-chain investigator ZachXBT alleged the incident may have been staged, claims the team has not publicly rebutted with independent verification.","timeline":[{"date":"2023-01-01","event":"Humanity Protocol founded by Terence Kwok","source":"Messari - Understanding Humanity Protocol","source_url":"https://messari.io/report/understanding-humanity-protocol-a-comprehensive-overview"},{"date":"2024-02-28","event":"Humanity Protocol officially announced in partnership with Human Institute, Animoca Brands, and Polygon Labs","source":"Humanity Protocol blog - Strategic Funding Announcement","source_url":"https://www.humanity.org/blog/humanity-protocol-announces-strategic-funding-to-build-the-human-layer-for-web3"},{"date":"2024-05-01","event":"Raised $30 million seed round at $1 billion valuation led by Kingsway Capital, with Pantera Capital, Animoca Brands, Hashed, Shima Capital, and Jump Crypto participating","source":"Humanity Protocol raises $30M at $1 Billion Valuation - Official Blog","source_url":"https://www.humanity.org/blog/humanity-protocol-raises-30m-at-a-1-billion-valuation-to-build-zero-knowledge-worldcoin-competitor"},{"date":"2025-01-28","event":"Raised $20 million follow-on round led by Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto at $1.1 billion fully diluted valuation","source":"The Block - Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto lead $20 million funding round","source_url":"https://www.theblock.co/post/337538/pantera-capital-and-jump-crypto-lead-20-million-funding-round-for-humanity-protocol"},{"date":"2025-06-25","event":"$H token launched across multiple exchanges including MEXC and KuCoin; Fairdrop airdrop distributed to eligible users","source":"MEXC - Humanity Protocol H Listing","source_url":"https://blog.mexc.com/what-is-h-humanity-protocol/"},{"date":"2025-06-25","event":"Leaked conversation reveals founder Kwok admitted approximately 88% of registered Human IDs were not genuinely verified humans; referral penalty system controversy emerges","source":"DL News - Humanity Protocol token plummets as founder admits network could be up to 88% bots","source_url":"https://www.dlnews.com/articles/people-culture/humanity-protocol-token-falls-founder-admits-network-is-mostly-bots/"},{"date":"2025-06-01","event":"On-chain investigator Specter publishes thread alleging three of four Humanity Protocol team leaders have 'questionable pasts involving mismanagement, lawsuits, or financial wrongdoing'","source":"Specter on X","source_url":"https://x.com/SpecterAnalyst/status/1938234849674072405"},{"date":"2025-10-25","event":"$H token reaches all-time high of approximately $0.389","source":"StealthEX - Humanity Protocol Price Prediction","source_url":"https://stealthex.io/blog/humanity-protocol-price-prediction-is-h-coin-a-good-investment/"},{"date":"2026-04-29","event":"$H surges approximately 65% as Worldcoin's credibility declines; investors rotate between competing proof-of-personhood tokens","source":"BanklessTimes - Humanity Protocol Surges 65% Amid Worldcoin's Credibility Problem","source_url":"https://www.banklesstimes.com/articles/2026/04/29/humanity-protocol-surges-65-amid-worldcoins-credibility-problem/"},{"date":"2026-06-09","event":"Malware on a single employee laptop exposes seven private keys across multisig configurations; attackers drain approximately $32-36 million from Ethereum bridge and BNB Chain wallets, and mint approximately 200-300 million additional unauthorized $H tokens; $H crashes 80-90% intraday","source":"CoinDesk - Humanity Protocol token crashes more than 80% after a $32 million private-key hack","source_url":"https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/06/09/humanity-protocol-token-crashes-more-than-80-after-a-usd32-million-private-key-hack"},{"date":"2026-06-09","event":"ZachXBT publicly alleges the exploit was 'possibly staged' and characterizes it as a 'crime pump'; on-chain analyst Elton cites forensic evidence of pre-funded attacker wallets and pre-warmed minting authority; team offers $1 million USDT bounty for recovery information","source":"CryptoTimes - ZachXBT Calls $32M Humanity Protocol Hack 'Possibly Staged'","source_url":"https://www.cryptotimes.io/2026/06/09/zachxbt-calls-32m-humanity-protocol-hack-possibly-staged-h-crashes-86/"}]},"v":1}Verify offline (run on your own machine)python -m src.verify_decision 86cccf6c-249b-45ae-81ba-bdea54f692e6
How verification works. The “Row integrity” check above is computed in your browser — your machine recomputes the SHA-256 of the canonical bytes and compares against the stored hash. No avoid.net server can fake that check. The “full verify” link goes one level deeper: your browser fetches the on-chain transaction from a Solana RPC node and confirms the same hash is in the memo. If you don’t want to trust either avoid.net or the public RPC, run the CLI verifier on your own machine —
python -m src.verify_decision <event_id>.