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Security &
Integrity

How we prevent bot manipulation and ensure fair prediction markets

🤖 Bot Prevention Measures

Multi-Source Metric Verification

implemented

Cross-reference app metrics from multiple APIs (App Store, Google Play, Analytics)

Behavioral Pattern Analysis

implemented

Monitor user activity patterns to identify automated behavior

Growth Rate Validation

implemented

Flag apps with unrealistic growth patterns or suspicious metrics

IP & Device Fingerprinting

implemented

Track IP addresses and device patterns to identify bot farms

Manual Review Process

implemented

Human verification for flagged startups and high-risk accounts

Community Reporting

implemented

Allow users to report suspicious activity for investigation

🏆 Startup Verification Levels

Basic

Standard submission with automated checks

Requirements:

  • Valid app information
  • Working website/store links

Enhanced

Additional verification with cross-platform metrics

Requirements:

  • Multiple metric sources
  • Verified contact information

Premium

Full verification with founder identity confirmation

Requirements:

  • Video call verification
  • Legal documentation
  • Financial records

Verified

Highest trust level with ongoing monitoring

Requirements:

  • All premium features
  • Regular audit compliance
  • Track record

🔍 How We Detect Fake Metrics

🚨 Red Flags We Monitor

  • Unrealistic Growth: 1000%+ user growth in weeks
  • Metric Inconsistencies: High users, zero revenue
  • Bot Patterns: Identical user behavior timing
  • Suspicious Domains: URL shorteners, temp domains
  • Multiple Submissions: Same creator, rapid listings

✅ Validation Methods

  • Cross-Reference APIs: App Store + Google Play + Analytics
  • Manual Screenshots: Verify app store presence
  • Founder Verification: Video calls for high-value apps
  • Historical Tracking: Monitor metrics over time
  • Community Reports: User-driven suspicious activity alerts

🤝 Our Integrity Commitment

Transparency First

We openly share our detection methods and verification processes. No hidden algorithms or secret scoring.

Fair Market Guarantee

We refund predictions on markets where bot manipulation is proven. Your investments are protected.

Continuous Improvement

Our anti-bot measures evolve constantly. We adapt to new manipulation techniques as they emerge.

🛡️ Report suspicious activity anytime. Every report is investigated by our security team.