- McAfee’s X account announces the AIntivirus token, which prompts significant mistrust.
- Widow claims the effort respects McAfee, but some suspect an exploitative crypto scheme.
The social media page of the deceased personality in the cybersecurity industry, John McAfee, cropped up in relation to his announcement of a new cryptocurrency project called AIntivirus. The post-dated back to January 23 came through X formerly known as Twitter with the statement posted from his account, “I’m back with AIntivirus”.An AI version of myself. You didn’t think I would miss this cycle, did you? The post contains a link to the website of the project, along with information related to the smart contract details of the token.
AIntivirus is a blockchain-based cryptocurrency powered by AI. According to its website, the project calls itself a tool meant to challenge digital surveillance, corporate dominance, and control, in principles supported by McAfee in life.
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The crypto world debates whether McAfee’s account is genuinely behind the announcement or controlled by another party. The official AIntivirus website describes the token as the ultimate disruptor in a world dominated by surveillance states and corporate greed. Many, however, are not convinced of this, with critics pointing out that this could be yet another in a long line of dubious crypto schemes associated with McAfee’s legacy.
Widow to the late mogul, Janice McAfee defended the project. She said the project was an acknowledgment of her late husband’s ideal of privacy and freedom. “John would have loved this cycle,” she stated on X. However, other people, including crypto analyst Adam Cochran, regarded it as an “AI grift coin from the account of a dead guy.
This situation has become even more confusing with a new X account appearing, claiming affiliation with AIntivirus. The account cryptically states, “I stand apart from cults, I’m here to spark thought, not blind following,” fueling further skepticism about the project’s true intentions.
McAfee’s involvement in crypto was as chaotic as his life. Known for his wild predictions and controversial projects, he had a complicated relationship with the industry before his death. The United States Securities and Exchange Commission charged McAfee in 2021 for not mentioning paid endorsements during the advertisement of ICO.
With his name once again making waves in the crypto world, many are questioning whether the AIntivirus project is an attempt to give off the notorious reputation left by McAfee or a true tribute posthumously.
