Crypto Basics

Crypto Basics

Bitcoin’s Taproot Upgrade: Everything You Need to Know

Bitcoin's Taproot upgrade was activated on November 14th, improving the flexibility, security, and efficiency of bitcoin transactions.

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3 Common Blockchain Analysis Mistakes that Impede Cryptocurrency Investigations

"3 Common Blockchain Analysis Mistakes investigators make in cryptocurrency investigations when incomplete blockchain data leads them astray. Read now."

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How Governments Regulate Cryptocurrency

We break down how governments regulate cryptocurrency, what major blockchain regulations are under consideration, and how the crypto industry can help.

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Cryptocurrency Ecosystem Comparison: Bitcoin vs. Ethereum vs. Stablecoins

The blockchains that make up cryptocurrency ecosystem have a number of use-cases. Learn more about how they differ and complement each other.

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[REPORT PREVIEW] Mapping the Key Players in the Cryptocurrency Ecosystem

If you’re new to the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Chainalysis guide and map of the key players in the Cryptocurrency ecosystem. Download the entire report here.

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Why You Can’t Trace Funds Through Services Using Blockchain Analysis (And Why You Don’t Need to Anyway)

Are blockchain transactions traceable? We investigate more on tools like Chainalysis Reactor that allow investigators to trace the movement of cryptocurrency.

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Cryptocurrency Exchange Compliance: A Guide to Security and Compliance for Crypto Businesses

Crypto businesses face major security and compliance risks. Chainalysis provides the ultimate guide to security and cryptocurrency exchange compliance.

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Links Virtual Session Recap: Wences Casares on the Case for Cryptocurrency

Wences Casares of Xapo, joined Chainalysis 2020 Links Virtual event series to chat about the cryptocurrency’s value during economic turbulence. Read here.

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Libra’s New White Paper Makes Big Strides for Compliance. Here’s Why That Matters for Cryptocurrency.

Libra Association released version 2.0 of its white paper, containing several vital updates for compliance. Read here why that matters for cryptocurrency.

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Cryptocurrency Typologies Guide: Who’s Who on the Blockchains?

Interested in who’s who on the blockchains? Check Chainalysis cryptocurrency typologies guide representing the key services and groups. Check it out now.

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Chainalysis Links Recap: How Can the Cryptocurrency Industry Work with Traditional Finance and Government?

Key takeaways on how cryptocurrency businesses can work with stakeholders in government and traditional finance to make them safer and continue growth.

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Understanding 460 Million Bitcoin Addresses and Economic Activity

Bitcoin's blockchain is a complex network of half a billion addresses. Yet only 37% of those addresses are economically relevant.