Primecoin
XPMProject Safety Score: 45%
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Primecoin is a digital currency developed by Sunny King in 2013, known for its unique mining algorithm that discovers previously unknown prime numbers. It operates on a prime proof-of-work system, which not only secures the network but also contributes to mathematical research through prime number chains. This architecture is designed to be more energy-efficient than traditional mining methods.
The currency aims to support a sustainable mining market while ensuring a high level of security and maintaining scarcity akin to gold. Primecoin is noted for processing payment transactions at a speed significantly faster than the Bitcoin network. Its approach combines both financial and mathematical utility, distinguishing it from other cryptocurrencies.
Risk Report
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Track record score 73 out of 100. The project shows 12.8 years live, with no regulatory actions recorded (100). Incident history is relatively contained at 80, with one historical incident on record, plus 3 additional research concern flags reflected in an agent red flags score of 15.
Developer health score 21 out of 100. While the repository shows 321 stars and 82 forks, the activity signal is weak: there have been 0 commits in the last 4 weeks and the commit cadence score reflects that gap. Contributor breadth is limited at 19 PR contributors, and the data also flags no recent commits, which can indicate slow development momentum.
Network security score 83 out of 100. The chain age is strong at 100, at 12.8 years old, and incident history is fairly solid at 75 with one historical incident on record. However, the economic structure has uncertainty: there is no hard supply cap noted, giving a 50 score for supply cap defined, with the related flag nosupplycap indicating potential inflation risk.
Social and behavioral score 59 out of 100. Social audience data exists but is low (25), with verified accounts linked across TW, TG, and RD, while detailed influencer analytics is not available in the snapshot. Agent risk signals are mixed: 0 allegations and no regulatory issues, but 1 bad press and 1 incident are recorded, which helps explain the mid-range score.
Adoption and liquidity score 0 out of 100. Public trading and market activity appear extremely limited, with daily volume reported as 0 and very low measured 24h volume of $6. Exchange listing data shows 2 CEX listings but 0 green-trust listings, and the flags verylowl1volume and nogreentrustlisting align with the lowest possible bucket score.
Inherent crypto risk for Primecoin is elevated because it combines moderate track record with weak developer activity signals and very limited liquidity. Even if the network has historical longevity, low market depth can worsen execution risk and price volatility, while uncertain supply policy can affect long-term holder outcomes.
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money laundering 2014-2015 · $10000000Primecoin's mining system was exploited by cybercriminals to create botnets for illicit mining and money laundering, leading to exchange delistings and regulatory scrutiny. ↗
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AML Network · 2026-04-16
- ✓Innovative Proof-of-Work mechanism generating prime number chains
- ✓Developed by Sunny King, a reputable figure in the cryptocurrency community
- ✗No listings on high-trust venues
- ✗No recent code commits
- ✗No hard cap on total token supply
- ✗Very low L1 trading volume
- ✗Anonymous team with no public information about founders
- ✗Involvement in significant money laundering activities
- ✗Exchange delistings due to illicit activities
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