#EthereumSecurityInitiative **Ethereum Security Initiative (ESI)**
A collaborative initiative aimed at enhancing the security of the Ethereum network and its services (such as decentralized applications and DeFi).
**Objectives**:
- Audit smart contracts and infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities.
- Publish security guidelines for developers.
- Raise user awareness through tools and workshops.
- Collaborate with experts to counter threats.
**Importance**:
- Prevent financial losses (such as the DAO hack in 2016).
- Enhance trust in Ethereum with the expansion of DeFi and Web3.
**Key Initiatives**:
- Rewards for reporting vulnerabilities.
- Development of open-source tools for bug detection.
- Activate community participation through educational events.
**Conclusion**:
ESI ensures Ethereum remains a secure platform for innovation, through a culture of "security first".