John McAfee, the founder of the famous antivirus software, although deceased in 2021, is still making waves in the crypto community with an announcement from his social media account X (formerly Twitter).
Shocking announcement: McAfee returns with AIntivirus
McAfee's X account unexpectedly posted an announcement about the AIntivirus project, an AI token built on blockchain $SOL . The message from the account read:
"I'm back with AIntivirus. An AI version of me. Do you think I would miss this cycle?"
Token #AINTI currently priced at $0.3326, with a market capitalization of over $33 million and nearly 14,000 holders, according to data from Solscan.
The official website of the project describes this as a tool to break all barriers of digital control, emphasizing:
"In a world full of surveillance, corporate greed, and digital slavery, AIntivirus is the ultimate disruptor."
A defense from the McAfee family
Janice McAfee, wife of #McAfee , voiced support for the project, calling it a way to honor her husband's legacy and vision. She wrote:
"Since John passed away, I have always sought ways to honor his genius and build upon his legacy."
However, many people express skepticism about the authenticity of this project.
Doubts from the crypto community
The community quickly raised questions: Is McAfee's account hacked, or is this a scam project exploiting his fame?
Security company PeckShield once claimed that this account was hacked but later retracted the statement.
Charles Hoskinson, founder of #Cardano , sarcastically remarked: 'McAfee's rebirth as a cryptocurrency AI scam is just too fitting.'
Some experts criticize this as a 'fraudulent AI scheme.'
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A controversial legacy
John McAfee is a controversial figure with a tumultuous life:
Great success in the cybersecurity industry with McAfee Antivirus.
Involved in tax scandals, crimes, and failed cryptocurrency projects like $GHOST.
Accused of conducting cryptocurrency 'pump and dump' schemes and sued by the SEC in 2021.
He died in a prison in Spain, but conspiracy theories still suggest that his death has many mysteries.
Conclusion
McAfee's account promoting the AIntivirus project has stirred public opinion. Is this a tribute to the deceased or just a ploy to exploit his fame? Regardless, this story will surely cause a stir in the cryptocurrency community in the coming time.
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