In a recent social media post, Tiago Sada, head of product for Worldcoin developer Tools for Humanity, confirmed that the surge in Safe deployments to the Optimism network was not an attack but rather a result of the app migration. The mysterious transactions had caused a stir on Twitter, with speculations ranging from a potential Sybil attack to address farming. However, Worldcoin’s clarification has put these concerns to rest, providing a sigh of relief for Optimism network users.
Surge in Safe Deployments Sparks Speculation
Twitter users were quick to notice the sudden influx of Safe deployments to the Optimism (OP) network, leading to widespread speculation regarding their purpose and origin. The unusual activity raised concerns about potential attacks or attempts to exploit unsuspecting users. Safes, which are multisignature smart contract wallets, are commonly employed by development teams to secure transactions and app upgrades.
Between June 21 and June 27, an address linked to Worldcoin, specifically 0x86c5608362b3fbbeb721140472229392f754ef87, created over 50 subaccounts. These subaccounts carried out between 10,000 and 15,000 transactions each, primarily involving the creation of new Safe wallets. The atypical nature of these transactions caught the attention of on-chain researcher Spreek, who shared his observations through a Twitter thread.
The Community’s Response and Theories
Spreek’s Twitter thread triggered a wave of responses and theories from the cryptocurrency community. Some speculated that the deployments might be part of a Sybil attack or an attempt to farm addresses for future financial gain. Others, however, had a different perspective and proposed that Worldcoin’s migration to Optimism might be the cause behind the surge. Worldcoin has a history of extensively utilizing Safes and recently announced its transition from Polygon to Optimism.
While some users expressed confusion about the transactions and the intricacies of Safes, contributors from the GnosisDAO and the Gnosis team reassured the community that the activity did not appear to be malicious. Meanwhile, Parsec Finance founder Will Sheehan cryptically hinted at having an idea about the situation, generating further speculation among his followers.
Worldcoin Confirms App Migration as the Culprit
Shortly after the community discussion unfolded, Tiago Sada from Tools for Humanity, the creator of Worldcoin, unveiled the truth behind the surge in Safe deployments. Reposting Spreek’s original tweet, Sada clarified, “Deploying more Safes — steady lads,” confirming that Worldcoin’s migration to Optimism was indeed the driving force behind the transactions.
With this revelation, Optimism network users can breathe a sigh of relief. It is now evident that the surge in Safe deployments was not indicative of a massive Sybil attack or an address-farming scam, at least not in relation to these specific transactions.
The Optimism network recently implemented its upgraded version, known as “Bedrock,” on June 6. This upgrade brought several enhancements, including lower fees and shorter deposit times. Since the implementation of Bedrock, the network has witnessed a significant increase in transaction volume. These improvements have been well-received by users, as they contribute to a more efficient and user-friendly experience within the Optimism ecosystem.
Conclusion
Worldcoin’s confirmation that the surge in Safe deployments on the Optimism network was a result of their app migration provides much-needed clarity to the cryptocurrency community. The initial speculations surrounding a potential attack or scam have been put to rest, with Optimism that users now understand the true nature of these transactions. With Optimism’s recent upgrades further enhancing the network’s performance, users can continue to engage with confidence, benefiting from the improved efficiency and functionality it offers.
