Lighter CEO Addresses Screening Controversy, Appeals Lower Than Expected
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 28 2025- Screening Controversy: Lighter's founder and CEO Vladimir Novakovski confirmed during a Twitter Space interview that, despite the existence of an appeal mechanism, the number of appeals submitted via Discord is lower than expected, reflecting user skepticism about the fairness of the screening process.
- Algorithm Confidentiality: To prevent potential manipulation, Novakovski emphasized the non-disclosure of algorithm details, which has raised concerns within the crypto community regarding transparency, highlighting ongoing scrutiny over fair practices in the industry.
- Unclear Financial Impact: Although the controversy has sparked discussions about transparency, there has been no immediate impact on significant cryptocurrencies like ETH or BTC, indicating a relatively calm market response to the event.
- Future Screening Standards: Industry observers are questioning whether other crypto platforms might adopt similar screening approaches, and the response from Lighter's community could influence future protocol transparency standards, potentially prompting regulatory interest in ensuring fairness in these processes.
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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.
