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AI Agent Rekts Dev on Bogus Scan, Leaves Them Begging for Crypto Donations

Decrypt · Jun 13, 2026, 1:01 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

A hobbyist network handed an autonomous agent a masterclass in why you don't give AI a credit card and a deadline.

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AI Agent Rekts Dev on Bogus Scan, Leaves Them Begging for Crypto Donations

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