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How Law Enforcement is Combating Pig Butchering Crypto Scams: Podcast Ep. 45

In this Public Key Podcast episode, we talk with Erin West and Alona Katz, who are combating pig butchering crypto scams.

A Year into Russia’s War on Ukraine, Cryptocurrencies Continue to Play a Key Role

After a year into Russia's War on Ukraine, Cryptocurrencies continue to play a key role. Read more about Crypto's role in this. Click this link for more.

Everything You Need To Know About Crypto Market Manipulation: Podcast Ep. 44

In Episode 44 of the Public Key podcast, Evan Kohlmann, of Cloudburst Technologies, dives deep into crypto market manipulation groups.

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Crypto Donations Provide Fast Relief for Earthquake Victims in Turkey and Syria

"Cryptocurrency has been a major factor in helping people in humanitarian crises, as it has brought millions of dollars in aid to Ukraine. Read more here."

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How to Evaluate Blockchain Analysis Tools

Learn how to evaluate blockchain analysis tools and how to evaluate your options based on use cases and ideal toolsets.

24% of New Tokens Launched in 2022 Bear On-Chain Characteristics of Pump and Dump Schemes

Crypto pump and dump schemes have become common in the crypto world, making up 24% of new tokens launched in 2022.

Crypto Scam Revenue Dropped 46% in 2022, While Blockchain Analysis Finds Links Between What Appear to be Distinct Scams

Crypto scams remain the largest form of crypto-based crime but total cryptocurrency scam revenue fell significantly in 2022, a 46% drop compared to last year.

DeFi Success in the Wake of Centralized Cryptocurrency Exchange Struggles: Podcast Ep. 43

In Episode 43 of the Public Key podcast, we talk with Uniswap Labs about consumers migrating from centralized exchanges to DeFi protocols.

The U.S. and U.K. Sanction Members of Russia-Based Trickbot Cybercrime Gang

The United States and the United Kingdom sanctioned seven individuals associated with the Russia-based cybercrime gang Trickbot.

How Darknet Markets and Fraud Shops Fought for Users In the Wake of Hydra’s Collapse

Learn how darknet markets fought for users in the wake of Hydra's collapse and how 2022 saw revenue decline for darknet markets and crypto fraud shops.

Challenges and Opportunities in Cryptocurrency Sanctions Compliance and How Blockchain Analysis Can Help

Chainalysis found illicit activity in crypto reached a high in 2022. One factor is economic sanctions. Learn how blockchain analysis helps.

The Chainalysis 2023 Crypto Crime Report Preview (Part 2 of 2): Podcast Ep. 42

In episode 42 of the Chainalysis Public Key crypto podcast, Kim Grauer continues our 2023 crypto crime report preview.

2022 Biggest Year Ever For Crypto Hacking with $3.8 Billion Stolen, Primarily from DeFi Protocols and by North Korea-linked Attackers

Crypto hacking had its biggest year ever in 2022 with $3.8 billion stolen primarily from DeFi protocols and largely conducted by North Korean-linked hackers.

Crypto Tax Season: What Investors and Tax Agencies Need to Know: Podcast Ep. 41

In episode 41 of the Public Key Podcast, we speak with Roger Brown to understand the crypto tax principles for recreational and institutional investors.

DOJ and Europol Announce Disruption of Hive Ransomware

DOJ and Europol announce disruption of Hive Ransomware strain after a joint law enforcement action to seize Hive’s servers.

Crypto Money Laundering: Four Exchange Deposit Addresses Received Over $1 Billion in Illicit Funds in 2022

Did you know four exchange deposit addresses received over $1 billion in illicit funds in 2022? Read more about money laundering in crypto.

The Blockchain Bandit is On the Move: Wallet of Prolific Crypto Thief Moves Funds for First Time in Six Years

The Blockchain Bandit moves funds for the first time in six years. Learn how this crypto thief used “Ethercombing” to steal crypto.

[CHAINALYSIS PODCAST EPISODE 40] Scaling Ethereum Layer-2 Protocols Could be the Answer for CBDCs and Web3 Ecosystem

In episode 40 of Chainalysis Public Key, we talk to Jacobo Toll-Messia about Ethereum Layer-2 protocols designed for CBDCs.