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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.
Ransomware Revenue Down As More Victims Refuse to Pay
As per Chainalysis's 2023 crypto crime report, ransomware revenue is down as more victims refuse to pay. Read more about general ransomware trends here.
U.S. Authorities Move Against High-Risk Exchange Bitzlato for Providing Money Laundering Services to Ransomware Attackers and Other Russia-based Criminals
Bitzlato exchange shut down by US authorities in a crackdown on money laundering and crypto crime. Learn about the takedown
[CHAINALYSIS PODCAST EPISODE 39] The Chainalysis 2023 Crypto Crime Report Preview (Part 1 of 2)
In Episode 39 of the Public Key crypto podcast, Kim Grauer gives us a sneak peek of interesting findings from the 2023 Crypto Crime Report.
2023 Crypto Crime Trends: Illicit Cryptocurrency Volumes Reach All-Time Highs Amid Surge in Sanctions Designations and Hacking
2022 was a tumultuous year for crypto, with many firms collapsing, amid allegations of fraud. Learn more about crypto-based crime here.
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