Fabian Colunga
About Fabian Colunga
Fabian Colunga is a Trust & Safety Associate at OpenSea, specializing in NFT-related investigations across various blockchain networks. He has a background in financial compliance and a strong understanding of legal issues related to digital assets.
Work at OpenSea
Fabian Colunga currently serves as a Trust & Safety Associate at OpenSea, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he specializes in NFT-related investigations across various blockchain platforms, including Ethereum and Polygon. His responsibilities include auditing new projects and accounts seeking verification on the platform. Colunga collaborates with Legal, Engineering, and Customer Experience teams to address complex escalations, ensuring a safe and secure environment for users. He also focuses on preemptively protecting buyers from fraudulent content, contributing to the overall integrity of the marketplace.
Previous Experience at AML RightSource
Prior to his role at OpenSea, Fabian Colunga worked as a Financial Compliance Analyst I at AML RightSource from 2021 to 2022. During his eight-month tenure in Phoenix, Arizona, he gained valuable experience in financial compliance and regulatory matters. His work involved understanding and addressing issues related to fraud, which has informed his current role in the blockchain space. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in compliance practices and risk management.
Background in Auto Liability Adjusting
Fabian Colunga has previous experience as an Auto Liability Adjuster at Kemper, where he worked for seven months from 2020 to 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. In this position, he was responsible for assessing claims and managing liability issues. This role contributed to his understanding of legal considerations and risk assessment, skills that are applicable to his current work in trust and safety within the blockchain ecosystem.
Education and Expertise
Fabian Colunga earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Northern Arizona University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2020. His academic background provides him with a deep understanding of legal frameworks and investigative techniques. Colunga has developed expertise in blockchain ecosystems and is familiar with legal issues related to copyright, trademark, and DMCA. His education and professional experiences have equipped him with the skills necessary to conduct evidence-based investigations into fraudulent activities across multiple blockchains, including Solana.
Specialization in Blockchain Investigations
Colunga specializes in conducting investigations related to NFTs and fraud within blockchain ecosystems. His work involves analyzing transactions and identifying fraudulent activities on various platforms, including Ethereum and Polygon. He is knowledgeable about the legal considerations surrounding hosted material and is experienced in notice and takedown procedures. This specialization allows him to effectively address and mitigate risks associated with digital assets and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.