Base has emerged as the fastest-growing Layer 2 solution on Ethereum, but with its success comes the challenge of Sybil attackers infiltrating the network. These bad actors create fake wallets to exploit airdrops and manipulate governance mechanisms. To combat this threat, Human Passport (formerly Gitcoin Passport) has introduced a cutting-edge toolkit designed to verify the authenticity of users on Base without the need for cumbersome KYC checks or complicated user experiences.
The centerpiece of this new initiative is a sophisticated Sybil Detection Model powered by machine learning. This model is specifically tailored to identify suspicious wallet activities within Base’s transaction ecosystem. By analyzing wallet behaviors in real time, it can detect the patterns associated with fake accounts attempting to deceive the system. What sets this solution apart is that it operates entirely on-chain, allowing users to generate a “Stamp” of their humanity score directly on Base, enhancing transparency and trust.
Empowering Base with Privacy-Preserving Technology
Human Passport’s innovative approach extends beyond Sybil detection. Their cross-chain scoring system aggregates on-chain data from Base, Ethereum mainnet, and other EVM chains to provide a comprehensive assessment of each wallet’s legitimacy. This additional layer of intelligence has already proven invaluable to protocols like LayerEdge and Story Protocol, which have leveraged Human Passport’s services to screen hundreds of thousands of wallets. By safeguarding the integrity of airdrops, these protocols have collectively saved millions in rewards that would have otherwise been pilfered by bots.
“Base is experiencing unprecedented growth, attracting unwanted attention from Sybils,” remarked Kyle Weiss, Co-Founder of Human Passport. “By implementing Human Passport on Base, we are ensuring that rewards go to genuine community members, not automated bots.”
This latest development underscores Human Passport’s evolution since its acquisition by human.tech six months ago. Operating under the ethos of a public-benefit tech company, human.tech is dedicated to building privacy-preserving identity systems that empower individuals rather than platforms.
“Sybil resistance is not just about thwarting bots; it’s about preserving the essence of humanity in a world where our identity is constantly under threat,” stated Shady El Damaty, CEO of human.tech. With over 2 million users and more than 35 million secure credentials issued to date, Human Passport has safeguarded over $450 million in on-chain distributions for verified humans.
Amidst the rise of digital IDs pursued by governments and corporations through surveillance, biometrics, and opaque algorithms, human.tech’s decentralized approach aims to uphold digital dignity and autonomy. In an era dominated by deepfakes and identity fraud, proving one’s humanity may emerge as a crucial defense against an encroaching digital dystopia.