Hacker compromises A16Z-backed phone farm, calling them the 'antichrist' (www.404media.co)

A hacker has breached the backend system of Doublespeed, a startup funded by a16z, which utilizes a phone farm to generate and manage AI-driven TikTok accounts. The attacker aimed to post provocative memes labeling a16z as the "antichrist," alongside compromising data from hundreds of accounts. Screenshots shared by 404 Media reveal that while the hack attempted to exfiltrate a significant amount of data (47MB) and make unauthorized posts, Doublespeed co-founder Zuhair Lakhani confirmed that no posts were successfully published and that the vulnerability was swiftly addressed by securing an older queuing system. This incident highlights ongoing security challenges within AI-driven platforms that focus on creating inauthentic social media personas. As Doublespeed markets its technology to circumvent social media policies against deceptive practices, the breach raises questions about the broader implications for data privacy and the ethical ramifications of using AI for such purposes. Despite being previously hacked in late 2025, the recent compromise underscores the urgency for startups leveraging AI in social media to bolster their security measures and navigate the ethical landscape of online representation.