A recent scandal has emerged in the cryptocurrency sector, involving a Polychain executive who allegedly accepted secret 'advisor tokens' from a project in exchange for favorable treatment. This incident highlights a broader issue within the crypto venture capital (VC) industry, where quid pro quo arrangements are reportedly common. VCs often act as 'secret advisors' for the companies they invest in, receiving tokens for their support without public disclosure. A deal-flow manager at Polychain is accused of taking a bribe to secure an allocation. This practice has raised concerns about corruption and ethical violations. Critics argue that such arrangements undermine fiduciary responsibilities and erode trust in the venture capital ecosystem.