Layer-2 Testnet Interaction & Sybil Mitigation Framework

Category: Airdrop Research | Role: Lead Researcher & Analyst (Independent Research)

A structured methodology for dissecting testnet criteria, gas usage patterns, and genuine on-chain participation signals.

Full Description

With the proliferation of automated botting in crypto incentivized testnets, protocols have shifted heavily toward sophisticated sybil detection clusters. This independent research project cataloged criteria across EVM and non-EVM testnets to establish an ethical, genuine contribution framework for community members.

Research Methodology

Audited public GitHub sybil bounty repositories, analyzed on-chain transaction hashes using Dune Analytics and block explorers, and documented common multi-wallet footprint patterns (CEX deposit clustering, same-timestamp executions, sub-account hops).