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An industry-wide security coalition
Take the pledge to
advance cyber security across the blockchain ecosystem.
OPSeC unites protocol teams, security firms, and ecosystem leaders around a shared commitment to cybersecurity, transparency, and collaboration. It starts with a pledge.
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What is opsec?
Open Protocol Security Coalition.
OPSeC is a new industry-wide initiative convened by DeFi Education Foundation (DEF) in partnership with Asymmetric Research and Security Alliance (SEAL) to improve cybersecurity resilience across blockchain ecosystems and onchain software. We are uniting development teams, security firms, and ecosystem leaders around a shared commitment to cybersecurity, transparency, and collaboration.
A shared resource hub
A chain-agnostic, publicly available repository amplifying proven frameworks already in use across the industry — from SEAL Frameworks and Certifications to Asymmetric Research's STRIDE.
A convening force
Regularly bringing leading security experts together to share knowledge and tools, audit what exists, and identify gaps the coalition can fill with new training and resources.
A bridge to policy
Hosting educational events and bringing policymakers into the conversation, so they can see how industry is prioritizing and implementing cybersecurity in practice.
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why now?
Security is the foundation of crypto's future.
Crypto's long-term viability depends on making sure onchain software systems are secure, which requires high-quality cybersecurity practices that are standardized but tailored for each crypto ecosystem.
There is not one answer to cybersecurity: as technology rapidly evolves, so do the risks of exploits. Bad actors evolve and become more sophisticated alongside the technology.
OPSeC will amplify and coordinate the industry's proactive efforts to improve security by providing free cybersecurity resources, hosting educational events, and engaging with policymakers and regulators.
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The pledge
Same mission, different roles.
Companies, builders, and investors each carry security forward differently. Choose your role to see the commitment you'd be making.
By signing, your organization commits to aligning your internal security resources with OPSeC's security effort.
Nominate team members to join and contribute to the coalition
Transparently disclose your commitment to cybersecurity best practices
Share firsthand experiences applying those practices
Flag existing security resources that can benefit the public
Participate in OPSeC cybersecurity trainings and events
…and more, as the coalition grows.
By signing, you commit to making cybersecurity best practices central to your product development process and protocol ethos.
Nominate team members to join and contribute to the coalition
Transparently disclose your commitment to cybersecurity best practices
Participate in OPSeC cybersecurity trainings and events
Volunteer to demonstrate how your product reflects best practices
Pilot ideas and tooling from OPSeC
…and more, as the coalition grows.
By signing, you commit to ensuring your investments and portfolio companies treat excellent cybersecurity as a priority.
Require portfolio companies and founders to commit to strong security practices
Share OPSeC’s communications and efforts with portfolio companies
Encourage founders to participate in OPSeC trainings and events
Co-host OPSeC cybersecurity trainings and events
…and more, as the coalition grows.
A shared commitment to cybersecurity, transparency, and collaboration.
DeFi Education Foundation
Founded in 2025, DeFi Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to furthering DeFi Education Fund's mission of educating lawmakers about DeFi, protecting software developers, and promoting sound DeFi policy. At DEF, we are working to build a mainstream understanding of decentralized finance, and to protect the rights of developers, users, and projects to freely create decentralized infrastructure and technology.
Asymmetric Research
Asymmetric Research (AR) is a specialized security firm focused on long-term, integrated partnerships with L1/L2 blockchains and DeFi protocols. Its core work spans key web3 domains including research, incident response, engineering, infrastructure services and physical security. AR helps teams build resilient systems, strengthen security posture, and proactively address emerging threats.
Security Alliance
Security Alliance (SEAL) is a 501( c )(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving operational security and systemic resilience across the digital asset ecosystem. SEAL operates as neutral security infrastructure for the industry, coordinating incident response, threat intelligence sharing, operational security standards, and responsible disclosure protections.