CertiK Partners with YZi Labs to Offer $1 Million in Audit Grants
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
- Partnership Announcement: CertiK and YZi Labs announced their collaboration on January 6, 2026, to provide $1 million in audit grants for the EASY Residency Global Startup Incubation Program, focusing on enhancing security for Web3, AI, and biotech startups.
- Security Enhancement: This partnership not only boosts security confidence among startups but also provides essential guarantees for their long-term development, highlighting the importance of health and sustainability within the Web3 ecosystem.
- Industry Impact: By offering services like Formal Verification and AI scanning, CertiK's technology aims to ensure long-term resilience for participating projects, enabling startups to navigate security challenges effectively.
- Investor Appeal: With heightened safety protocols, the attractiveness of startups to investors is expected to increase, and CertiK's history of securing $600 billion in assets further solidifies its capability in managing emerging technology risks.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.






