Podcasts about chainalysis

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 42:37

In deze aflevering spreken we met Liande Visscher, oprichter en directeur van BARP, het blockchain analyse rapportage platform (inderdaad, BARP!) dat zich richt op compliance-onderzoek en herkomst van vermogen. BARP is ontwikkeld als tool voor onder meer herkomst van vermogen-onderzoek en compliance workflows. De software wordt gebruikt om inzicht te krijgen in transacties op de blockchain en om deze te koppelen aan bestaande processen binnen organisaties. Een voorbeeld dat wordt besproken is een situatie waarin iemand een huis koopt met bitcoin: hoe wordt dan de herkomst van die middelen onderzocht, en hoe loopt zo’n workflow van analyse tot rapportage? BARP positioneert zich daarbij als een alternatief voor partijen als Chainalysis, met een nadruk op samenwerking met klanten, informatieverstrekking aan derde partijen en een zo soepel mogelijke onboarding van gebruikers. Volgens de toelichting richt BARP zich vooral op het segment dat behoefte heeft aan toegankelijke tooling, en wordt het systeem geïntegreerd in bestaande compliancesoftware. Aan de basis van BARP ligt de vraag hoe blockchainonderzoek praktisch toepasbaar kan worden gemaakt voor bedrijven die met regelgeving te maken hebben. In het gesprek wordt ingegaan op de achtergrond van de oprichters en hoe het idee voor het platform is ontstaan. Daarbij komt ook de vraag terug of de complexiteit van crypto-onderzoek maakt dat kleinere en middelgrote partijen steeds meer ondersteuning nodig hebben om aan compliance-eisen te voldoen. Het product is volgens Visscher zelf ontwikkeld en wordt inmiddels gebruikt in een Europese context waarin regelgeving zoals MiCAR, AMLA, de WWft, TFR en DAC8 een belangrijke rol spelen. BARP speelt ook in op de vraag naar Europese dataverwerking en digitale soevereiniteit, met data-opslag in Amsterdam via Nextcloud. In het gesprek komt ook aan bod hoe klanten het verschil ervaren tussen Europese aanbieders en internationale partijen, en of de toegenomen regulering in Europa juist kansen creëert voor dit soort diensten. Tot slot gaat het over de werking van blockchainanalyse zelf. Hoe ver kun je kijken in transacties, waar stopt die analyse en wat ziet een gebruiker daar concreet van terug? Ook wordt besproken wat er gebeurt wanneer het systeem verdachte patronen detecteert, en in hoeverre AI daarbij een rol speelt. Daarbij komen ook de uitdagingen van false positives en patroonherkenning aan bod, en de manier waarop dergelijke signalen worden verwerkt binnen complianceprocessen. Co-host is Kim Schneider. Over de podcast Cryptocurrency are here to stay. In deze wekelijkse podcast gidst Daniël Mol je door het belangrijkste cryptonieuws, langs hypes en trends, voor- en tegenstanders en winst en verlies. In het A-deel bespreken we het laatste nieuws en in het B-deel gaan we in gesprek met een gast. Van cypherpunkpioneers tot grootbanken die aan de haal gaan met stablecoins, van Bitcoin tot Ethereum tot CBDC's. Alles passeert de revue. Reageren? Stuur dan een mail naar cryptocast@bnr.nl Gasten Liande Visscher is oprichter en directeur van BARP. Kim Schneider is web3 enterprise lead bij Deloitte. Host Daniel Mol is redacteur en presentator van de Cryptocast. Hij is sinds 2017 met Bitcoin bezig en kwam in 2021 bij het team van de Cryptocast. Redactie Daniel Mol Matthijs Damsteeg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 33: Following the Mail: Postal Intelligence in the Age of Crypto Crime

Seize & Desist

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 45:46

Aidan Larkin speaks with Tara Kavanaugh, a federal investigator with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) and liaison to the FBI's dark‑web opioid task force. Tara draws on a career spanning HUMINT work in the Middle East, signals intelligence at the NSA and crypto‑enabled investigations at USPIS to explain how modern crime moves across the mail system, the dark web, and digital‑asset ecosystems. She outlines the realities of mail‑based fraud, fentanyl supply chains, dark‑web vendor activity, and the growing “scamdemic,” while highlighting how postal data and blockchain analytics help identify offenders. They also discuss inter‑agency collaboration, investigative tooling and why asset recovery remains central to disrupting harm.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Early Career & Intelligence Background04:40 – USPIS Crypto Investigations06:45 – FBI Liaison Role & Dark‑Web Opioid Task Force12:50 – Using Postal Intelligence to Strengthen Federal Cases15:30 – Blockchain Tracing Patterns, Playbooks & Criminal Methods21:45 – Agency Readiness, SOPs & Evolving Crypto Capabilities25:45 – Crypto ATMs, Victim Risks & the Growing “Scamdemic”32:40 - The Modern Investigator's Toolkit & Global Collaboration

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Satoshi (AI) + Blockchain DXB

Blockchain DXB

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 41:19

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Blockchain DXB

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 32:44

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Geopolitics, Crypto Risks, and AML Shake‑Ups: What's Driving Compliance This Week

Closed Network Privacy Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 17:05

This week, Elliot and John unpack a whirlwind of global developments impacting financial crime compliance. They break down a major OCCRP report on how Russia, North Korea, and Iran are exploiting cryptocurrency for sanctions evasion and illicit finance—alongside new Chainalysis insights on post-strike crypto movements in Iran. The conversation explores FATF's latest reports on stablecoins, cyber-enabled fraud, and the evolving risk-based approach. On the U.S. regulatory front, they cover the effective date of FinCEN's residential real estate reporting rule, the OCC's proposed stablecoin framework under the GENIUS Act, and the ongoing debate over rollbacks to the Corporate Transparency Act. Across the Atlantic, they examine the FCA's push to strengthen AML supervision for professional bodies. The episode also examines the liquidation of Swiss bank MBaer under U.S. enforcement pressure and amid concerns about recent counterintelligence cuts.

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Episode 52 - Opsec Fail - Epstein Files - Why Decentralized Systems Are a Threat to Power Networks

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 94:55 Transcription Available

Show Notes - https://forum.closednetwork.io/t/episode-52-opsec-fail-epstein-files-why-decentralized-systems-are-a-threat-to-power-networks-age-verify-is-coming-to-everything/177Website / Donations / Support - https://closednetwork.io/support/BTC Lightning Donations - closednetwork@getalby.com / simon@primal.netThank You Patreons! - https://www.patreon.com/closednetworkMichael Bates - Privacy Bad AssDavid - Privacy Bad AssInferno Potato - Privacy Bad AssTK - Privacy Bad AssDavid - Privacy Bad AssVO - Privacy Bad AssMrMilkMustache - Privacy SupporterHutch - Privacy AdvocateTOP LIGHTNING BOOSTERS !!!! THANK YOU !!!@bon@sn@x@fireflygowartime@unkown@anonymousBBB - Buy Me. A Coffee - $30.00Thank You To Our Moderators:Unintelligentseven - Follow on NOSTR primal.net/p/npub15rp9gyw346fmcxgdlgp2y9a2xua9ujdk9nzumflshkwjsc7wepwqnh354dMaddestMax - Follow on NOSTR primal.net/p/npub133yzwsqfgvsuxd4clvkgupshzhjn52v837dlud6gjk4tu2c7grqq3sxavtJoin Our CommunityClosed Network Forum - https://forum.closednetwork.ioJoin Our Matrix Channels!Main - https://matrix.to/#/#closedntwrk:matrix.orgOff Topic - https://matrix.to/#/#closednetworkofftopic:matrix.orgSimpleX Group Chat - https://smp9.simplex.im/g#SRBJK7JhuMWa1jgxfmnOfHz7Bl5KjnKUFL5zy-Jn-j0Join Our Mastodon server!https://closednetwork.socialFollow Simon On The SocialsMastodon - https://closednetwork.social/@simonNOSTR - Public Address - npub186l3994gark0fhknh9zp27q38wv3uy042appcpx93cack5q2n03qte2lu2 - primal.net/simonTwitter / X - @ClosedNtwrkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/closednetworkpodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@closednetworkEmail - simon@closednetwork.ioApple rolls out age-verification tools worldwide to comply with growing web of child safety lawshttps://techcrunch.com/2026/02/24/apple-rolls-out-age-verification-tools-worldwide-to-comply-with-growing-web-of-child-safety-laws/iOS 26.3—Update Now Warning Issued To All iPhone Usershttps://www.forbes.com/sites/kateoflahertyuk/2026/02/13/ios-263-update-now-warning-issued-to-all-iphone-users/Using the vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-20700, an attacker could execute arbitrary code. “Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on versions of iOS before iOS 26,” Apple said on its support page.iOS 26.4 Beta - End-To-End RCS Encryption For Messageshttps://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-26-4-beta-features/#:~:text=End%2Dto%2DEnd%20RCS%20Encryption%20for%20MessagesPopular password managers fall short of “zero-knowledge” claimshttps://cyberinsider.com/popular-password-managers-fall-short-of-zero-knowledge-claims/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLJ_sLr72-gWatch Out: Your Friends Might Be Sharing Your Number With ChatGPThttps://www.pcmag.com/news/watch-out-your-friends-might-be-sharing-your-number-with-chatgpt?test_uuid=04IpBmWGZleS0I0J3epvMrC&test_variant=ABitLocker, the FBI, and the Illusion of Controlhttps://cryptomator.org/blog/2026/02/15/bitlocker-fbi-and-the-illusion-of-control/Google patches first Chrome zero-day exploited in attacks this yearhttps://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-patches-first-chrome-zero-day-exploited-in-attacks-this-year/the watchers: how openai, the US government, and persona built an identity surveillance machine that files reports on you to the fedshttps://vmfunc.re/blog/personaTL;DR: discord's KYC provider (persona) is very naked, very poorly secured federal intelligence outfit, and also a siphon for openai data for them and their partners like worldcoinThe most interesting part (for me) is that it legit crosschecks a discord ID check (actually involves checking your face, IP, device signature, etc....) against chainanlysis dossiers for any partial matches to devices/people/accounts/names involved with tracked crypto addresses.So, if chainalysis gets a device signature, and then you verify your discord on the same device (yielding the same signature), both FinCEN, Chainalysis, OpenAI, and basically everyone now knows your crypto tx your device sig your real identityBill Summary: SB26-051 – Age Attestation on Computing DevicesPurpose:SB26-051 requires operating system providers (such as mobile device platforms) to implement an age attestation system that signals a user's age bracket to apps in order to enhance protections for minors.What the Bill Requires1. Operating System Providers Must:Provide an accessible interface at account setup requiring the account holder to enter the user's birth date or age.Generate an “age signal” that communicates the user's age bracket (not exact age) to applications in a covered app store.Provide developers access to this age signal through a real-time API.Share only the minimum amount of information necessary to comply.Not share the age signal with third parties except as required by the bill.2. Application Developers Must:Request the age signal when the app is downloaded and launched.Treat the age signal as knowledge of the user's age range across all platforms and access points.If they have clear and convincing evidence that a user's age differs from the signal, they must rely on that updated information.Not request more information than necessary.Not share the age signal with third parties except as required by the bill.Enforcement & PenaltiesIf violated:Up to $2,500 per minor per negligent violationUp to $7,500 per minor per intentional violationEnforced through civil action by the Colorado Attorney GeneralIn Simple TermsThe bill creates a standardized age-verification signal built into device operating systems. Instead of each app independently collecting age data, the operating system provides an age bracket to apps — while limiting unnecessary data sharing.The goal is to:Strengthen protections for minorsLimit excessive data collectionCreate a consistent age-verification framework across apps

Open Frontier - The Coalition for Fair Crypto

The Crypto Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 33:32

Open Frontier Executive Director Erik Balsbaugh and board member Amanda Wick join Andy Pickering for a wide-ranging conversation on crypto, politics, and the future of digital finance. The discussion explores why digital assets are too important to be left to partisan trench warfare, and why the real promise of crypto has less to do with speculation and more to do with reducing fees, expanding access, and breaking the grip of extractive financial intermediaries. Erik and Amanda make the case that this is ultimately a fight about fairness, affordability, and who the financial system is built to serve. Why you should listen Erik lays out the mission behind Open Frontier: to ensure progressive and broader public-interest voices stay engaged in shaping digital asset policy before the space is captured by incumbents and centralized financial power. He argues that crypto and fintech can help restore finance to everyday people by lowering remittance costs, reducing predatory fees, and enabling more transparent, accountable financial flows. Rather than letting digital assets become just another tool for concentrated institutions, Open Frontier wants to push for a democratic financial future—one where the benefits of innovation reach workers, immigrants, nonprofits, and small businesses, not just insiders and early winners. Amanda brings hard-earned perspective from the Department of Justice, FinCEN, Chainalysis, and Capitol Hill, and offers one of the episode's sharpest reframes: crypto doesn't uniquely create crime—it makes financial activity more visible. She argues that much of the outrage around crypto crime reflects a visibility problem, not a new crime problem, noting that scams, laundering, and illicit finance long predate blockchain. What changed is that crypto put more of it in plain sight. She also takes aim at the media and political tendency to reduce the entire sector to meme coins and scandals, while ignoring the less flashy but genuinely transformative use cases: stablecoins, cheaper cross-border payments, tokenization, digital identity, and financial infrastructure that can return value to consumers instead of extracting it. The conversation closes on the geopolitical and ethical stakes of the current moment. Amanda warns that stablecoins are becoming a major global channel for dollar access, and that U.S. policymakers risk undermining dollar influence if they fail to regulate intelligently and stay competitive while other jurisdictions move faster. At the same time, both guests address the reputational damage caused by political grift and conflicts of interest in crypto, stressing that corruption should be treated as a governance and ethics problem—not as evidence that the underlying technology should be discarded. Amanda ends with a broader call that goes beyond left versus right: in a world increasingly split between the haves and the have-nots, digital assets may be one of the few tools capable of shifting structural power in finance—if people pay attention before the opportunity is lost. Supporting links Stabull Finance Open Frontier Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

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Crypto Compliance's Content King: Stephen Sargeant on Investigations, LinkedIn, and Building Airdropd

Beyond the Code

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 65:10

Stephen Sargeant (Airdropd) breaks down what crypto compliance actually looks like from the inside: five years at Bitfinex handling investigations and law enforcement requests, why the compliance community is tighter (and more welcoming) than people assume, and how a single 20-minute video to Chainalysis turned into producing their podcast, Public Key.We also get practical on content: why “AI slop” is making real creators stand out, why LinkedIn is a “value piggy bank,” and what crypto Twitter natives get wrong when they try to port their influence over. Plus: surviving trolls, building narrative in a chaotic industry, and how early-stage founders can approach compliance without killing the business.

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FATF Plenary Outcomes, Crypto Crime Trends & Regulatory Developments

North Korea News Podcast by NK News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 15:46

In this episode, Elliot Berman and John Byrne break down the major developments from the February FATF Plenary, including Kuwait and Papua New Guinea joining the Grey List and updates on evaluations for Austria, Italy, and Singapore. They also explore FATF leadership changes and the reiteration of Russia's suspension. The conversation moves into rising crypto-enabled human trafficking networks highlighted in a new report from Chainalysis, Cambodia's large-scale crackdown on fraud centers, and several key U.S. regulatory updates. These include FinCEN's new CDD “exceptive relief,” the rollout of a whistleblower portal, and the OCC's proposed changes to the bank appeals process. Elliot and John also discuss recent law enforcement actions, Supreme Court efforts to strengthen conflict-of-interest checks, and a Federal Reserve governor's insight into how AI may reshape the labor market.

Alec Zebrick: What 2025 taught us about North Korea's crypto strategy

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 43:01

Alec Zebrick of blockchain analytics company Chainalysis joins this week's episode to break down how North Korea-linked actors are upgrading their tactics to steal cryptocurrency, why 2025 was a record year for large-scale hacks and what can be done to reduce risk. The expert explores the shift in North Korean operations toward fewer but much larger targets, as exemplified by the outsized impact of the DPRK's Bybit heist last year. He places this in the context of state-backed actors' preference for “high-impact” operations over the “spray-and-pray” model common among non-state cybercriminals. The discussion also covers how attack methods have evolved beyond basic phishing, as well as the continuing importance of sanctions and cross-border intelligence-sharing for stopping cybercrime. Alec Zebrick is senior manager, global services at Chainalysis. He is based in South Korea, where he leads cryptocurrency investigations for public and private clients. A former U.S. detective and secret service task force officer, he is a subject-matter expert on North Korea's crypto operations, has investigated major DPRK-linked hacks and has briefed the U.N. Security Council. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insights from our very own journalists.

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Global AML Shakeups, Crypto Crime Surges, and Major Enforcement Moves

The Free Thought Project Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 16:53

In this week's episode, Elliot and John cover a fast-moving slate of anti–financial crime developments across the U.S. and around the globe. They break down former President Trump's multibillion-dollar lawsuit against JPMorgan, evolving debates over U.S. regulatory burden and supervisory staffing at the Federal Reserve, and new legislative pushes to change AML reporting thresholds. Internationally, they explore AMLA's next steps toward direct supervision of 40 high-risk EU financial institutions, significant enforcement actions in Spain and the U.K., and Austrac's probe into payments giant Airwallex. The conversation also highlights new leadership at the Wolfsberg Group, Europol's report on skyrocketing maritime cocaine trafficking, and crypto crime findings from Chainalysis and TRM Labs. The episode closes with a discussion of recent money laundering cases and industry responses to the tragic Minneapolis shooting.

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Guest: Dylan Schmidt - Masked Agents, Warrantless Raids, & the Tech That Enables Them

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 75:48 Transcription Available

On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Matt Agorist and Jason Bassler sit down with Dylan Schmidt, a digital strategist, founder of Digital Podcaster, and the creator behind Content Clips. Dylan has recently become a vital voice in the liberty movement, known best for his sharp, accessible analysis of the modern surveillance state. He specializes in taking complex, dystopian developments—from AI drag-nets to data harvesting—and breaking them down into digestible, viral content that reaches people far outside the usual echo chambers. The conversation begins with Dylan's origin story, exploring the moment he began to see the system for what it actually is and the compulsion he felt to use his platform to wake others up. We discuss the terrifying new reality of ICE asserting the authority to enter private homes without a judicial warrant—and the disturbing apathy from the public regarding this death blow to the 4th Amendment. Dylan provides a brilliant analogy to explain this shift, comparing the government's encroachment on rights to a "private equity firm taking over your favorite restaurant," gutting the quality and soul while retaining the brand name. We also cover the grim irony of the police state eating its own tail, highlighting recent reports of ICE agents detaining and profiling local police officers. Later in the show, we shift gears to the machinery of control. We dive into Palantir, the tax-funded leviathan of spying that is mapping our lives in real-time, and discuss the dual-edged sword of Artificial Intelligence. We also tackle the myth of crypto privacy, exposing how companies like Chainalysis are tracking "establishment wallets" and what steps you can take to break free from this financial panopticon. Finally, we discuss the rise of Flock safety cameras and how to resist them, before closing with a powerful "White Pill" on why maintaining your composure, connecting with nature, and refusing to participate in online hate is the ultimate act of rebellion. (Length: 1:18:25) Click Here to Support TFTP. Follow Dylan Schmidt: Instagram: instagram.com/thedylanschmidt Website: dylanschmidt.com

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Securities Regulation and Enforcement Series – A Study in Contrasts: Innovation and Crypto versus the Crypto Fraud Landscape

Brief Encounters

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 31:04

In the Season 3 premiere, co-hosts Valerie Mirko, Partner at Armstrong Teasdale LLP and leader of the firm's Securities Regulation and Litigation Practice, and William Nelson, Director of Public Policy and Associate General Counsel at the Investment Adviser Association, are joined by Caitlin Barnett, Director of Regulation & Compliance at Chainalysis for a timely, practical conversation on how crypto fraud is evolving - and what lawyers, regulators, and compliance professionals need to know now. This episode complements prior crypto episodes and addresses the misuse of innovation, which harms investors and erodes confidence in crypto and innovation.Drawing on Chainalysis's frontline experience, Caitlin explains how crypto fraud has advanced, dispels common misconceptions, and breaks down how blockchain forensics works in practice—from spotting suspicious activity to tracing funds. The conversation then turns to regulatory and compliance implications, including where crypto fraud most directly intersects with securities law, common compliance gaps for regulated firms, and what it takes to move from on-chain activity to real-world attribution and recovery. The episode closes with a forward-looking discussion of emerging fraud techniques, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence. A must-listen for securities lawyers, compliance officers, regulators, and others navigating the rapidly evolving crypto enforcement landscape.Recent Past Episodes of this Series:A Year of Change, Challenges, and What Comes Next (12/17/2025)⁠When Washington Stops: What the 2025 Shutdown Means for the SEC and Congress Going Forward⁠ (11/19/2025)⁠⁠⁠The SEC's New Direction: Enforcement and Governance in Focus⁠⁠⁠ (10/22/25) ⁠⁠⁠⁠From Memecoins to Custody: What Firms Need to Know About Crypto⁠⁠⁠⁠ (9/24/25)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Corp Fin in Flux: What the SEC's Latest Moves Mean for Issuers and Investors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (8/13/25)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AI in the Investment Adviser Industry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (7/16/25) Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

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Stablecoins took over crypto in 2025: Here's what the data says about 2026 (feat. Chainalysis)

Decentralize with Cointelegraph

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 36:59

2025 marked a turning point for crypto not in price cycles or hype, but in how the industry is actually used, regulated and understood.In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we're joined by Matthias Bauer-Langgartner, Head of Policy for Europe at Chainalysis, to break down what really happened in crypto in 2025, using data, not headlines.We dig into how 2025 became the year of the stablecoin, how stablecoins now dominate on-chain activity and crypto crime, why illicit crypto flows surged even as adoption went mainstream and how crypto crime has taken on a more geopolitical dimension. The conversation also goes into how regulators, particularly in Europe, have matured in their approach, what MiCA changed on the ground and what crypto companies should be preparing for as they head into 2026.You don't want to miss it! (00:08) Welcome to Byte-Sized Insight + 2026 series kickoff(01:20) Introducing Matthias Bauer-Langgartner and Chainalysis(03:47) Where the global crypto industry stands in January 2026(04:40) On-chain growth and the rise of stablecoins(05:58) Stablecoins overtake Bitcoin in transactional volume(09:02) Why regulators focus on stablecoins first(11:06) Institutional adoption and MiCA's impact in Europe(13:18) Are European regulators more confident after 2025?(17:38) Who really has leverage in crypto now?(19:49) Crypto Crime Report 2025: record illicit flows(21:44) Nation-state crypto crime and sanctioned stablecoins(23:17) Why stablecoins dominate illicit activity and why that matters(28:15) Top policy, crime, and security trends for 2026(32:10) Cybersecurity, DORA, and real-time on-chain monitoring(34:27) Advice for crypto companies entering Europe in 2026This episode was hosted and produced by Savannah Fortis, @savannah_fortis.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

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How Chainalysis Stops Crypto Scams Before They Happen! | Jonathan Levin

Thinking Crypto Interviews & News

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 38:36 Transcription Available

Jonathan Levin, Co-founder and CEO of Chainalysis, joined me to discuss the firm's blockchain data platform, which is used by governments, exchanges, financial institutions, and more around the world.Topics: - Blockchain data tracking - How governments and institutions are using Chainalysis - Stopping scams and hacks - Interesting trends from Blockchain Data - Tokenization data monitoringBrought to you by

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How IRS-CI Follows The Crypto

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 31:47

In the last year alone, IRS-CI identified more than $10 billion in financial crime executed over 1400 warrants, seized hundreds of millions of dollars in assets and maintained one of the highest conviction rates in federal law enforcement. But how do they amass these groundbreaking stats? In this episode, Matt Wilson (Director, Product Strategy, Chainalysis) speaks with Trevor McAleenan (Acting Supervisory Special Agent, IRS-CI) and he provides unique insights into the division's accomplishments and their recent Annual Report. The team discusses the evolving landscape of financial crime as cryptocurrency becomes a significant player, while shedding light on huge cases, including Armenian narcotics networks, and Chinese nationals peddling fentanyl precursors. The discussion also touches on the future of crimefighting in the world of AI and cryptocurrency, emphasizing the agency's global partnerships and strategic innovations. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Inside IRS Criminal Investigations and Major Cryptocurrency Seizures 4 | Trevor McAleenan's Dynamic Career in IRS Criminal Investigation 7 | The Evolution of Cryptocurrency in Criminal Investigations 10 | Major Crypto Cases and Successes for IRS-CI 14 | Seizing Cryptocurrency: Challenges and Unexpected Discoveries 18 | Cracking Down on Darknet Drug Trafficking Through Cryptocurrency 23 | AI and Cryptocurrency in Modern Criminal Investigations 27 | IRS-CI's Global Impact and Career Opportunities Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) serves the American public by investigating potential criminal violations of the Internal Revenue Code Publication: IRS-CI 2025 Annual Report Press Release: U.S. Attorney Announces Historic $3.36 Billion Cryptocurrency Seizure And Conviction In Connection With Silk Road Dark Web Fraud Press Release: Bitfinex hacker sentenced in money laundering conspiracy involving billions in stolen cryptocurrency Press Release: Bitcoin Fog Operator Sentenced for Money Laundering Conspiracy Blog: North Korea Drives Record $2 Billion Crypto Theft Year, Pushing All-Time Total to $6.75 Billion Blog: $35 Million in Crypto Drained in 15 Minutes: How Exchange Hacks Are Evolving and How to Prevent Them YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Matt Wilson *Host* (Director, Product Strategy, Chainalysis) Trevor McAleenan (Acting Supervisory Special Agent, IRS-CI) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

Het grootste gevaar voor de cryptowereld komt uit Noord-Korea | 409 A

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 24:36

Volgens een voorlopig rapport van blockchain-analysebedrijf Chainalysis is er dit jaar voor 3,4 miljard dollar aan crypto buitgemaakt door hackers. Daarmee ligt 2025 op een hoog niveau, al is het beeld niet eenduidig. In eerdere jaren lag het totaalbedrag soms lager, soms hoger, maar wat vooral opvalt is de concentratie van de schade. Noord-Koreaanse hackers waren verantwoordelijk voor ongeveer 2 miljard dollar aan gestolen crypto en kenden daarmee een recordjaar. Zij maken vaak gebruik van goed georganiseerde teams, met geavanceerde phishingcampagnes, malware en langdurige voorbereiding. De opbrengsten zouden deels worden ingezet om het regime te financieren, wat deze aanvallen extra gevoelig maakt. Opvallend is dat de drie grootste hacks samen goed waren voor 69 procent van alle verliezen. Dat betekent dat het merendeel van de schade voortkomt uit een klein aantal zeer succesvolle aanvallen, in plaats van uit veel kleine incidenten. Tegelijkertijd laat het rapport zien dat het aantal hacks bij DeFi-protocollen afneemt. Dat kan wijzen op beter beveiligde smart contracts, meer audits en een sector die lessen heeft getrokken uit eerdere fouten. Daar staat tegenover dat persoonlijke wallets steeds vaker doelwit zijn. Hackers richten zich nadrukkelijker op individuele gebruikers, bijvoorbeeld via social engineering. Dat verschuift het risico van platforms naar mensen zelf en roept vragen op over digitale hygiëne en beveiliging. Volgens Chainalysis bevindt crypto-criminaliteit zich in een fase waarin professionalisering en schaalvergroting hand in hand gaan. Voor gebruikers en bedrijven betekent dat scherp blijven op beveiliging, processen en bewustwording. In de prijsanalyse kijken we naar een relatief kalme markt. De bitcoinprijs schommelt rond de 87.500 dollar en grote bewegingen blijven uit. Volgens Bert Slagter past dat bij een fase van consolidatie. In de Bitcoin Alpha Markets-nieuwsbrief maakt hij de balans op en wijst hij op langere termijnpatronen. Een daarvan is een theorie over een zogeheten 16-jaarscyclus, waarin bitcoin zich niet alleen langs bekende vierjarige halvingcycli beweegt, maar ook in bredere economische golven. Dat biedt een andere manier om naar marktgedrag te kijken, zonder direct iets te zeggen over de korte termijn. Verder is er Europees nieuws. De Raad van de Europese Unie is het eens geworden over de digitale euro. In het plan wordt veel aandacht besteed aan privacy: gebruikersdata mogen niet centraal worden ingezien. Ook benadrukken de ministers dat de digitale euro niet programmeerbaar wordt, wat betekent dat betalingen niet kunnen worden beperkt of gestuurd door voorwaarden in de code. In een markt waarin stablecoins al volop worden gebruikt, positioneert de digitale euro zich als publiek alternatief. De volgende stap ligt bij het Europees Parlement en de verwachting is dat invoering op z’n vroegst in 2029 plaatsvindt. Gasten Bert Slagter Mauro Halve Links Host Daniël Mol Redactie Daniël Mol Matthijs DamsteegSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blockchain DXB

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 42:05

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Blockchain DXB

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 21:34

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The Reality of FATF's Asset Recovery Guidance

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 56:54

FATF has rolled out their most comprehensive guidance on asset recovery and the entire digital asset industry should take notice. In this episode, Jim Lee (Global Head of Capacity Building, Chainalysis) talks with both, Aidan Larkin (Co-Founder & CEO, Asset Reality) and Hugo Hoyland (Chief Strategy Officer, Asset Reality) and leverages their transformative experiences and efforts toward developing efficient solutions for managing seized digital assets. They outline the significant challenges faced by investigators globally, they are spearheading efforts to streamline asset recovery processes through innovative platforms like Asset Reality and highlighting the best practices mentioned by the renewed focus from international bodies like the FATF in their guidance The trio discuss the importance of public private partnerships to bridge knowledge gaps and coordinate cross border recovery operations effectively and highlight partnerships with Operation Shamrock and the critical role that swift and capable asset management plays in the modern fight against financial crime. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Challenges and Innovations in Global Asset Recovery 5 | FATF Guidance and Importance of Seizures and Forfeitures in Investigations 10 | Improving Global Asset Recovery Through Effective Management Practices 14 | Challenges and Strategies in Digital Asset Seizure and Management 19 | Solutions in Government Asset Seizure Management 25 | Importance of Public Private Partnerships in Law Enforcement 29 | Private Sector's Role in Asset Recovery and Law Enforcement 32 | Global Success in Digital Asset Seizures and Financial Crime Expertise 39 | Complexities of Crypto Asset Seizure and Forfeiture 43 | Government Strategies for Liquidating Digital and Physical Assets 46 | Improving Global Asset Recovery and Standardizing Seized Asset Data 51 | Operation Shamrock and Asset Recovery in Crypto Investigations Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Asset Reality: One platform to seize and manage all assets Publication: FATF releases detailed guidance to help practitioners recover criminal assets Announcement: Asset Reality and Operation Shamrock Form Strategic Alliance to Build Law Enforcement Infrastructure to Seize & Manage Crypto Assets Article: Operation Destabilise: NCA exposes billion-dollar money laundering network that purchased bank to fund Russian war effort Blog: U.S., U.K., and Australia Target Russian Cybercrime Infrastructure Supporting Global Ransomware Operations; U.S. Targets Crypto Laundering of Global Drug Trafficking Network Blog: FATF Issues Comprehensive Guidance on Virtual Asset Recovery: What Law Enforcement Needs to Know YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Jim Lee ** Host** (Global Head of Capacity Building, Chainalysis) Aidan Larkin (Co-Founder & CEO, Asset Reality) Hugo Hoyland (Chief Strategy Officer, Asset Reality) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

Crypto National Security and Pig Butchering

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 38:31

$15 Billion crypto seizures, SouthEast Asia scam compounds with thousands of victims and the life savings of hard working professionals being wiped out by transnational criminal organizations. In this episode, Andrew Fierman (Head of National Security Intelligence, Chainalysis) and Erin West (Founder, Operation Shamrock), don't hold back in sharing the nuances of pig butchering, national security and everything to do with crypto sanctions and victim support. Erin describes the comprehensive scam strategies and shares her perspective as she travels the world and investigates steps away from some of the biggest scam compounds the industry has ever seen. Andrew emphasizes the enormous scale of financial operations linked to illicit activities, evidenced by the staggering figures tied to entities like Huione and Prince Group and the importance of cross-sector collaboration and proactive regulatory measures in mitigating these threats. Through real-life anecdotes and expert analysis, the episode provides listeners with a deeper understanding of the complexities and ongoing efforts to combat transnational organized scam networks. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Introduction: Crypto Natsec and Pig Butchering 4 | Erin's Background in High Tech Crime 8 | Understanding Pig Butchering Scams 15 | Global Collaboration Against Organized Crime 18 | Gift Cards as a Money Laundering Tool 22 | Southeast Asia Scam Compounds 27 | Chen Zhi and Prince Group's Sanction Analysis 30 | Practical Advice on How Anyone Can Combat Pig Butchering 33 | Closing Thoughts and Resources Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Operation Shamrock: Educate. Mobilize. Disrupt: Stopping Scams Together Podcast: Stolen: A Podcast with Erin West Article: The Pig Butchering Lifecycle: Organized criminals use a highly scripted process and human trafficking to get as much money as they can from individual victims. Article: How scammers use crypto ATMs to launder millions from victims Blog: DOJ Seizes $15 Billion in Bitcoin as U.S. and U.K. Target Massive Southeast Asian Crypto Scam Network Blog: Five Key Takeaways from MSMT's Report on North Korean Cyber Operations YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Andrew Fierman (Head of National Security Intelligence, Chainalysis) Erin West (Founder, Operation Shamrock) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

FBI's Murder-For-Hire Crypto Investigation

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 44:15

The murder-for-hire case of Ron Ilg, seems like it was pulled directly from a Netflix documentary, but this is a real life case involving cryptocurrency and multiple FBI agents. Beth Bisbee (Director Product Strategy, Chainalysis Government Solutions) leads the discussion with the Supervisory Special Agent, Forensic Analyst and Special Agent that were tasked with this complex and riveting case. This FBI-led investigation involving a murder-for-hire case facilitated via the dark web, featuring cryptocurrency payments, seed phrases on sticky pads, guns, cash and biometric safes. The team details their journey, from the initial tip-off involving a custody dispute and an alleged plot to harm a spouse, to navigating the complexities of tracing cryptocurrency on the blockchain. The discussion zeros in on how the newly created Virtual Currency Response Team played a critical role in unraveling this case by leveraging blockchain analysis despite the perpetrator's attempts to obfuscate transactions using mixers. With cooperative efforts involving international exchanges and Bitcoin ATMS. This gripping discussion highlights how the FBI team unraveled the complexities of the case using modern investigative techniques involving blockchain forensic analysis and traditional detective methods combined to thwart a potentially tragic crime. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | FBI Agents Entrance To Crypto By Using It To Investigate Darknet Markets 5 | Exploring the Murder-For-Hire Case of Ron Ilg 8 | Introduction of the Virtual Currency Response (VCR) Team 12 | Major Breakthrough in Case When Reconstituting Crypto Wallets 17 | Connecting Intelligence From Exchanges and Bitcoin ATMs 22 | Main Accelerants in the Case That Drove Huge Results 25 | Finding the Seed Phrase Safe at Ron's House Changed Dynamic of Case 29 | Challenges and Hurdles That Arose During the Investigation 33 | The FBI Leverages Previous Murder-For-Hire Case in Investigation 35 | Analyzing Ron Ilg's Plea Deal and Sentencing 37 | The Biggest Takeaways for the FBI in this Crypto Investigation Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Mission First: To protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the U.S. Press Release: Former Spokane Neonatologist Pleads Guilty in Plot to Hire Multiple Hitmen to Kidnap His Estranged Wife and Assault a Former Colleague Report Online Scams: Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) is the central hub for reporting cyber-enabled crime. Blog: The 2025 Geography of Crypto Report (Download Now!) Blog: DOJ Seizes $15 Billion in Bitcoin as U.S. and U.K. Target Massive Southeast Asian Crypto Scam Network Blog: How Coinbase's Proactive Fentanyl Investigation Sprint Disrupted Criminal Networks with Chainalysis Intelligence YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Beth Bisbee (Director Product Strategy, Chainalysis Government Solutions) Supervisory Special Agent (SSA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)) Special Agent (SA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)) Forensic Analyst, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

Crypto Update: Rusland is de cryptokoning van Europa

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 4:24

De cryptomarkt lijkt maar niet te herstellen van de harde klap die twee weken geleden viel. De koers van Bitcoin schommelt rond de 110.000 dollar en hoewel er vanochtend een kleine opleving te zien is, blijft de algehele trend broos. Altcoins doen het nog slechter, met verliezen tussen de vijf en tien procent. Daarmee groeit de vrees dat de stijgende trend van de afgelopen twee jaar zijn kracht begint te verliezen. In Europa laat Rusland zich ondertussen van een andere kant zien. Volgens nieuw onderzoek van Chainalysis is het land veruit koploper in het gebruik van cryptovaluta op het continent. In totaal werd er het afgelopen jaar voor bijna 400 miljard dollar aan waarde in crypto ontvangen. Daarna volgen het Verenigd Koninkrijk, Duitsland, Oekraïne, Frankrijk en Nederland. Opvallend is dat de interesse in crypto niet afneemt naarmate markten volwassener worden. Dat wijst erop dat er nog altijd veel groeipotentieel is in Europa. Een belangrijke rol in die ontwikkeling speelt de nieuwe Europese cryptowet, MICAR. Het is het eerste gezamenlijke regelgevend kader ter wereld voor digitale activa. Chainalysis merkt daarbij op dat de uitvoering per lidstaat verschilt, wat in de praktijk voor onduidelijkheid zorgt. Toch geldt MICAR als een stap vooruit, omdat het de cryptosector in Europa meer legitimiteit geeft en de deur opent voor institutionele beleggers en bedrijven die zich eerder afzijdig hielden. Ook stablecoins op basis van de euro winnen terrein. Tot nu toe domineren de op de dollar gebaseerde munten de markt, met Tether als koploper en inmiddels 180 miljard dollar aan reserves. Omdat Tether niet aan de Europese MICAR-regels voldoet, ligt daar ruimte voor eurostablecoins. De handel daarin groeide het afgelopen jaar met 2700 procent, al gaat dat nog steeds om relatief kleine bedragen. In totaal staan nu 25 verschillende stablecoins onder toezicht binnen de Europese regelgeving. Tot slot komt uit de Verenigde Staten het nieuws dat warenhuisketen Bealls betalingen in crypto gaat toestaan. Klanten kunnen voortaan afrekenen met Bitcoin, Ethereum en Tether. Bealls werkt daarvoor samen met betaalverwerker Flexa. Met 660 vestigingen is het een opvallende stap, al blijft de vraag of consumenten hun crypto daadwerkelijk gaan gebruiken aan de kassa. Deze week in de CryptocastEen gesprek met lightning-ontwikkelaar Jesse de Wit, actief bij Breez. Met Jesse spreken we over de laatste ontwikkelingen die Bitcoin écht moeten gaan omvormen tot bruikbaar betaalmiddel, want ondanks alle innovatie van de laatste jaren neemt die functie nog geen vlucht. Co-host is Raoul Esseboom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crypto and Crime: Inside the FBI's Virtual Assets Unit

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 42:06

The FBI created the Virtual Assets Unit to spearhead the agency's efforts alongside a network of distributed experts to combat the misuse of digital currencies in criminal activity. In this episode, Gurvais Grigg (former Chief Technology Officer, Global Public Sector, Chainalysis) gained insights from Patrick Wyman (Unit Chief - Virtual Assets Unit, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)) into the intricacies of the FBI's approach to managing and monitoring virtual assets. Patrick Wyman shares insights from his extensive career focused on white-collar crimes and articulates the critical importance of fostering collaboration among personnel and divisions, highlighting the unit's journey from a segmented array of expertise to a cohesive force capable of tackling financial crimes across all investigative areas. This episode dissects the FBI's innovative strategies to maintain efficiency and agility amidst the rapidly evolving virtual asset landscape, but also highlights the challenges the public sector has in staying ahead of the crypto criminals. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Patrick's Journey at the FBI and Leading the Virtual Assets Unit 5 | Exploring FBI's Approach to Virtual Assets and White Collar Crime 8 | FBI's Virtual Assets Unit Unifies Expertise Across Divisions 12 | Enhancing Crypto Literacy and Leadership Engagement in the FBI 15 | Emerging Threat Typologies in Crypto Crime 19 | Managing Expertise and Resources in a Dynamic Environment 24 | Seizing Crypto Assets to Disrupt International Criminal Activities 29 | Challenges and Future of Cryptocurrency in Law Enforcement 33 | Building Sustainable Programs Through Strategic Planning and Growth Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Mission First: To protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the U.S. Press Release: ABA Foundation and FBI Release New Infographic to Help Americans Spot and Avoid Deepfake Scams Blog: How Chainalysis Helped the FBI Track Down and Freeze Millions in the Caesars Casino Ransomware Attack Article: United States Files Civil Forfeiture Complaint Against $225 Million in Funds Involved in Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Money Laundering Blog: The 2025 Geography of Crypto Report (Reserve Your Copy Now!) Blog: DPRK IT Workers: Inside North Korea's Crypto Laundering Network Blog: Customer Spotlights: Hear from Zodia Custody, Grant Thornton and many more YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Gurvais Grigg (former Chief Technology Officer, Global Public Sector, Chainalysis) Patrick Wyman (Unit Chief - Virtual Assets Unit, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

Inside the FBI: Crypto, Crime and National Security

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 52:38

With over a decade of experience, James Barnacle (Deputy Assistant Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)) joins Jonathan Levin (CEO & Co-founder, Chainalysis) for a deep dive into the nexus of cybercrime, cryptocurrency and the evolving challenges faced by law enforcement. James shares insights into the history and progression of the FBI's strategies in combating cryptocurrency-enabled crimes, shedding light on intricate cases involving ransomware, fraud, and terrorism financing. This conversation goes in depth on the FBI's approach to multi-agency cooperation, including the establishment of the Virtual Assets Unit and response teams across field offices and the importance of victim reporting when it comes to pig butchering and other crypto investment schemes. This is an episode you won't forget. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Background of James Barnacle 4 | Beginning of the FBI's Involvement with Cryptocurrency 7 | The Evolution of Cryptocurrency Use in Criminal Investigations 10 | Establishment of the Virtual Assets Unit in the FBI 14 | FBI's Approach to Ransomware Investigations 20 | International Private Sector Collaboration and Strategy in Fraud Cases 25 | Addressing Elderly Fraud and Pig Butchering 31 | Impact of Sanctions on Fraud Prevention 37 | North Korea's Involvement in Cryptocurrency Theft 40 | Importance of AI and Machine Learning in Law Enforcement 48 | Encouragement for Public and Private Sector Cooperation Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Mission First: To protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the U.S. Press Release: Ransomware Administrator Charged with Cybercrimes for Deploying “Lockergoga,” “Nefilim,” and “Megacortex” Ransomware Strains Against Hundreds of Victims Report: Operation Level Up: Notifying Victims of Crypto Investment Fraud Blog: How Chainalysis Helped the FBI Track Down and Freeze Millions in the Caesars Casino Ransomware Attack Blog: The 2025 Geography of Crypto Report (Reserve Your Copy Now!) Blog: The Venus Protocol Incident: How Hexagate and a Community Stopped a Hack and Enabled a Swift Recovery Blog: Seoul Police Crack International Hacking Ring with Chainalysis Solutions YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Jonathan Levin (CEO & Co-founder, Chainalysis) James Barnacle (Deputy Assistant Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

Crypto Update: Het 'airdrop-seizoen' lijkt aangebroken op de cryptomarkt

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 5:42

De cryptomarkt kende de afgelopen week een opmerkelijke omslag. Waar het er eerder nog somber uitzag, is de stemming nu volledig gekanteld. Bitcoin steeg in drie dagen tijd met zo’n achtduizend dollar naar 118.500 dollar. Daarmee lijkt de munt mee te liften op de onrust rond de Amerikaanse government shutdown en de koers van goud te volgen. Altcoins bewegen zoals vaak net iets harder mee. Tegelijkertijd richt de blik zich op het vierde kwartaal. Daarin beloven talloze bedrijven en netwerken gratis munten uit te delen via zogeheten airdrops. Daarmee proberen zij hun populariteit verder te vergroten, en het lijkt alsof iedereen daar nu tegelijk mee begonnen is. Bekende partijen zoals Metamask werken aan een eigen coin, terwijl ook verschillende protocollen in de wereld van decentralized finance meedoen. Voor wie de juiste stappen zet, ligt er gratis geld voor het oprapen. Toch is de praktijk weerbarstiger. De grootste beloningen gaan naar de meest actieve gebruikers, die al vroegtijdig betrokken waren of dagelijks met hoge bedragen handelen. Zo kregen de eerste gebruikers van het Plasma-netwerk duizenden dollars aan gratis tokens. Bij decentrale handelsplatformen belanden de beloningen vaak bij de groep die met grote volumes speculeert. Soms is ook registratie of het afstaan van gegevens nodig om mee te doen. Het toont vooral dat de verwachtingen voor de komende maanden hooggespannen zijn, ook al is er inhoudelijk weinig reden voor. In Nederland is er nieuws over de invoering van de Europese cryptowetgeving MICAR. Het platform BLOX heeft als één van de eerste Nederlandse partijen een vergunning van de AFM gekregen. Daarmee mag het bedrijf ook buiten Nederland actief worden. De aanvraagprocedure verliep stroef en lang niet alle bedrijven zijn op tijd binnen. Zo wachten onder andere Bitonic en Coinmerce nog altijd op goedkeuring. Zij opereren formeel zonder vergunning, al heeft de AFM eerder aangegeven dat er sprake kan zijn van maatwerk. Dat komt neer op terughoudendheid in marketing en klantenwerving, in afwachting van een definitieve beoordeling. Tot slot wil Tether geld ophalen tegen een waardering van 500 miljard dollar. Daarmee zou het bedrijf in de buurt komen van de allergrootste Amerikaanse techspelers. Tether wil 15 tot 20 miljard dollar aantrekken, bovenop de enorme reserves die het al bezit. Waarvoor het geld nodig is, is niet duidelijk. Deze week in de CryptocastEen gesprek met Bart van de Donk van Chainalysis, het bedrijf dat voor overheden en bedrijven, zoals de politie en crypto exchanges, de blockchainanalyse faciliteert. Zij hebben een redelijk compleet beeld van de criminaliteit op blockchains. Afgelopen jaar ging daar 61 miljard dollar in om, maar dat is relatief gezien dan weer een daling. Co-host is Mauro Halve. Met Daniël Mol bespreken we elke week de stand van de cryptomarkt. Luister live donderdagochtend rond 8:50 in De Ochtendspits, of wanneer je wilt via bnr.nl/podcast/cryptocastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Coffeehouses to Cyberspace: How Bitcoin Fixes Insurance | Aaron Daniel

THE Bitcoin Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 74:56

"There is nothing stronger than Bitcoin when it comes to preserving property. It's the end all be all right now of property rights." In this episode of The Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America interviews Aaron Daniel about Bitcoin, insurance, and open-source freedom tech legal issues. Key Topics: Bitcoin's role in property rights Bitcoin insurance and Resolvr Bitcoin's role as a stimulant for commerce The Roman Sterlingov case and chain analysis Bitcoin meets insurance, payments, and privacy. Walker sits down with appellate attorney and Resolvr founder Aaron Daniel to unpack how Resolvr is building BDIC (Bitcoin-Denominated Insurance Collaborative)—a marketplace that embeds sat-denominated coverage directly into wallets, collaborative custody, and (eventually) exchanges. They compare BDIC to FDIC, dig into Lightning-settled premium flows via Resolvr's Premium Manager, and explain why matching BTC risks with BTC liabilities matters for miners, custodians, and everyday HODLers. Aaron also traces the surprising coffeehouse origins of insurance → Lloyd's of London, argues why insurers should roll out the red carpet to Bitcoin rails, and outlines adoption timing (innovators → early adopters). In the back half, he breaks down the Roman Sterlingov / Bitcoin Fog appeal and the dangers of black-box forensics (Chainalysis, ShotSpotter, proprietary DNA tools), making the case for open-source evidence in a just system. GUEST LINKS: X: https://x.com/wadaniel NOSTR: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsdprynz204esjj4yqhhaf0jzzsvzcswe3q5kxddy3fkv0rw0hue8cfmcgwp RESOLVR: https://www.resolvr.io/ If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

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The Future of UK's Cyber and Crypto Policing

Shir | Khat Persian Blockchain Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 30:11

The evolution of the cybercrime landscape in the UK has evolved rapidly and in this episode, Andrew Gould (Detective Chief Superintendent & Cybercrime Team Lead, National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC)) shares deep insights with Jim Lee (Global Head of Capacity Building, Chainalysis) on how the NPCC has built their capacity in handling crypto investigations. Andrew explains how his cybercrime unit has orchestrated a collaborative national response towards cyber threats and ransomware attacks and the strategic approaches towards building and enhancing investigative capabilities. He discloses how government funding and developing training programs were instrumental in empowering officers against cyber threats and establishing partnerships with the private sector, Chainalysis and international law enforcement has been a key to their success. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Early Days of UK Cybercrime and Bitcoin 5 | Role of the National Police Chiefs' Council in the UK 8 | Building a National Capability in Cybercrime 12 | Combining Blockchain Data with Other Data Sets 15 | Partnerships with Private Sector and Future Vision of Law Enforcement Collaborations 18 | Challenges and Best Practices in Building Crypto Capacity In Law Enforcement 23 |Future of Crypto Investigations - Looking Toward 2030 25 | Seizing Crypto Criminal Proceeds to Finance Law Enforcement Capacity Building Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: NPCC: Bringing UK police leaders together to set direction in policing and drive progress for the public Announcement: National Cybercrime Team Awarded Chainalysis Public-Private Partnership Award at Links 2025 Reports: NCCP POLICING VISION 2030 Report: Strategic Policing Partnership Board Blog: Legislated Sanctions Evasion: How the Garantex Rebrand, Grinex, and the Ruble-Backed Token, A7A5 Have Shaped Russia's Shadow Crypto Economy Blog: The US and Canada Join Forces to Combat Scams, Seizing Millions in Crypto Blog: Chainalysis Rapid is Here: AI-Powered Crypto Triage for Any Investigator YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Jim Lee (Global Head of Capacity Building, Chainalysis) Andrew Gould (Detective Chief Superintendent & Cybercrime Team Lead, National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC)) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

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شیر یا خط | Privacy in Blockchain: Right or Crime Tool? (S07E07) حریم خصوصی در بلاکچین – حق یا ابزار جرم؟

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 140:45

فصل هفتم - قسمت هفتمدر این اپیزود ویژه از پادکست شیر یا خط، به یکی از بحث‌برانگیزترین موضوعات دنیای بلاکچین می‌پردازیم: حریم خصوصی. آیا حریم خصوصی در تراکنش‌های دیجیتال یک حق بنیادین شهروندان است یا ابزاری که به دست مجرمان قرار می‌گیرد؟https://shiryakhat.net/2025/08/privacy-blockchain-right-or-crime-tool.htmlتوضیحات اپیزوداین اپیزود با حضور شایان (دکترای سیستم های اطلاعاتی و کارشناس امنیت بلاکچین)٫ فاطمه (وکیل متخصص بلاکچین در سوئیس)، مهدیه (توسعه‌دهنده قرارداد هوشمند)، و حمید (توسعه‌دهنده بلاکچین)، نگاهی جامع و چندبعدی به مسئله حریم خصوصی در بلاکچین دارد. از مبانی فنی شبه‌ناشناسی (pseudonymity) در بیتکوین و اتریوم گرفته تا تحلیل دقیق پرونده‌ی قضایی تورنادو کش و سامورایی والت، همه جنبه‌های این موضوع پیچیده بررسی می‌شود.گفتگو با مقایسه حقوق حریم خصوصی در دنیای سنتی (مانند GDPR در اروپا) و چالش‌های بلاکچین آغاز می‌شود. سپس به تحلیل عمیق ابزارهای حریم خصوصی مانند میکسرها، CoinJoin، و رمزارزهای حریم‌خصوصی مثل مونرو و زیکش می‌پردازد.نکات اصلی بحث‌شده:مبانی حریم خصوصی در بلاکچین:تفاوت ناشناسی (anonymity) و شبه‌ناشناسی (pseudonymity) چالش‌های شفافیت کامل در بلاکچین‌های عمومیابزارهای تحلیل بلاکچین مانند Chainalysis و نقش آن‌ها در ردیابیتورنادو کش: از ابزار حریم خصوصی تا دادگاه:تاریخچه و معماری فنی تورنادو کش استفاده‌های مشروع و غیرمشروع تحریم‌های OFAC و پیامدهای آن پرونده قضایی Roman Storm و پیامدهای حقوقی لغو تحریم‌ها در مارس ۲۰۲۵ و دلیل آنسامورایی والت و CoinJoin معرفی پروتکل CoinJoin و ویژگی Whirlpoolدستگیری بنیان‌گذاران و تعطیلی سرویسمقایسه «جنگ رمزنگاری» دهه ۱۹۹۰ با چالش‌های امروزبحث «کد = بیان» و آزادی نرم‌افزارتعارض بین حق حریم خصوصی و مبارزه با پولشویی نقش محدودیت‌های KYC در صرافی‌های متمرکز رمزارزهای حریم‌خصوصی: مونرو، زیکش، و چالش‌های آن‌هاابزارهای جدید مانند Privacy Pools و راه‌حل‌های ترکیبی آینده فناوری‌های حریم‌خصوصی در بلاکچیننتیجه‌گیریاین اپیزود نشان می‌دهد که حریم خصوصی در بلاکچین موضوعی پیچیده است که در تقاطع فناوری، حقوق، فلسفه و جامعه‌شناسی قرار دارد. در حالی که ابزارهای حریم خصوصی می‌توانند برای محافظت از حقوق مشروع شهروندان استفاده شوند، امکان سوءاستفاده از آن‌ها نیز وجود دارد.تجربیات تورنادو کش و سامورایی والت نشان می‌دهند که جامعه بلاکچین باید راه‌حل‌هایی بیابد که هم حریم خصوصی مشروع را حفظ کند و هم از استفاده غیرقانونی جلوگیری نماید. آینده این حوزه به تعامل سازنده بین توسعه‌دهندگان، قانون‌گذاران و جامعه جهانی بستگی دارد.همان‌طور که در اپیزود بحث شد، «کد نوشتن جرم نیست»، اما مسئولیت اجتماعی توسعه‌دهندگان و نیاز به چارچوب‌های قانونی روشن همچنان از چالش‌های اصلی این حوزه محسوب می‌شود.-----حاضران در این قسمت:شایان اسکندری: https://shayan.esفاطمه فنی‌زاده: https://x.com/Fatalmehمهدیه امیری: https://linkedin.com/in/mahdieh-amiri-blockchainحمید باطنی: https://x.com/n3wbateni منابع در سایت شیر یا هخط قابل دسترس هستند. -----00:00 مقدمه01:42 مبانی حریم خصوصی در بلاکچین06:48 نقش Chainalysis و ابزارهای تحلیل بلاکچین10:19 مقایسه با تحولات اینترنت و پروتکل‌های حریم خصوصی19:45 معرفی CoinJoin و ابزارهای میکسینگ بیتکوین24:53 تاریخچه میکسرهای بیتکوین - Bitcoin Mixers History28:00 ورود به داستان تورنادو کش - Tornado Cash Story30:29 استقرار قراردادهای هوشمند و مکانیزم zkSNARKs33:49 معماری فنی تورنادو کش و ویژگی‌های آن38:52 تحریم‌های OFAC و پیامدهای آن42:46 پرونده قضایی Roman Storm - Criminal Case Analysis47:19 تحلیل حقوقی «کد = بیان» - Code is Speech51:28 تاریخچه و توسعه تکنولوژی‌های Zero Knowledge01:07:38 تحلیل هک‌ها و آسیب‌پذیری‌های امنیتی01:12:13 تحریم‌ها و تأثیرات آن بر بلاکچین01:15:02 دستگیری توسعه‌دهندگان و پیامدهای قانونی01:18:06 نقش کره شمالی و گروه Lazarus در سوءاستفاده01:24:08 پرونده Alexey Pertsev و محاکمه در هلند01:26:38 تحریم‌ها و تأثیرات آن بر فناوری و آموزش01:32:45 تحریم‌ها و مسائل حقوقی پیچیده01:35:49 تحلیل دادگاه و شواهد ارائه شده01:38:52 نتایج دادگاه Roman Storm و تأثیرات آن01:41:41 تحلیل نهایی و آینده تحریم‌های OFAC01:59:26 نتایج دادگاه و Hung Jury (عدم اجماع هیئت منصفه)02:05:57 جنگ حریم خصوصی: Crypto Wars دهه ۹۰ vs امروز02:12:58 اهمیت حریم خصوصی در بلاکچین و آینده آن

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Digital Assets Transforming Finance in Singapore

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 33:04

Do you want to hear insights from one of the most innovative banks in Singapore? In this episode, Evy Theunis, the Head of Digital Assets, Institutional Banking Group at DBS Bank explains to Chengyi Ong (Head of Policy (APAC), Chainalysis) about the thriving presence of digital asset firms running their businesses out of Singapore Evy also shares how DBS bank has made groundbreaking strides in digital assets including many strategic initiatives such as launching their own digital asset exchange, while emphasizing the importance of regulatory frameworks and technological advancement as pivotal factors in DBS's foray into digital assets. Evy and Chengyi also marvel over the evolution and maturity of the digital assets sector and dissect DBS Bank's top-down approach to crypto trading, digital payments and the tokenization of traditional financial markets. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Evy's Journey to DBS and Digital Assets 5 | Challenges and Opportunities in Digital Assets for a Bank 9 | DBS's Focus on Digital Assets Strategy 11 | DBS's Innovation and Role in Digital Asset Financial Products 15 | Key Components for Future Financial Infrastructure 19 | Increase Demand for Digital Assets by High Net Worth Customers 22 | Singapore as a Hub for Crypto Businesses and Regional Expansion 24 | The Monetary Authority of Singapore and Their Digital Asset Impact 27 | DBS's Future in Digital Assets Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: DBS Treasures: Asia's Global Wealth Gateway Article: DBS Treasures: Trade crypto seamlessly on digibank Announcement: DBS Digital Exchange: Access fully integrated platform to tokenise, trade and custody of digital assets Article: MAS Clarifies Regulatory Regime for Digital Token Service Providers Blog: The President's Working Group (PWG) Report on Digital Asset Markets Makes One Thing Clear: We Will Build The Future of Crypto Together Blog: Chainalysis POV: What the GENIUS and CLARITY Act Bills Really Mean for Crypto Compliance Blog: Following the Bitcoin Trail: The IntelBroker Takedown YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Chengyi Ong (Head of Policy (APAC), Chainalysis) Evy Theunis (Head of Digital Assets, Institutional Banking Group, DBS Bank) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

Treasury Postpones AML Rule, Crypto Crime Hits Midyear High, and Russian Universities Teach Sanctions Evasion

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 22:58

This week, John Byrne and Joe McNamara discuss Treasury's decision to postpone the investment advisor AML rule from 2026 to 2028 and reopen the comment process, drawing criticism from anti-corruption groups who warn it sends the wrong signal during the US's ongoing FATF evaluation. The hosts review Chainalysis's midyear crypto crime report showing $2.17 billion already stolen in 2025, with North Korea's $1.5 billion Bybit hack representing the largest single cryptocurrency theft in history. They also examine the newly signed GENIUS Act on stablecoins and its upcoming regulatory requirements. International developments include Russian universities offering Kremlin-backed master's programs in sanctions evasion and the EU's toughest sanctions package in years, which lowers the Russian oil price cap to $48 per barrel. The episode concludes with updates from the Wolfsburg Group on risk-based approaches and previews upcoming webinars on AI in compliance and fraud prevention.

The Rise of Rollups in Crypto

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 36:52

Rollups have been the go-to solution for scaling blockchains while being able to maintain the security properties and credible neutrality that blockchains like Ethereum, have really been come to known for. In this episode, Andrew Huang (Founder, Conduit) shares some core insights with Brian Alapatt (Senior Solutions Architect, Chainalysis) about various crypto applications leveraging rollups to enhance their transactional prowess and customer engagement. Andrew unpacks the concept of rollup technology and how it is used to support scalable and customizable blockchain applications, reminding the audience that they are quintessential in reducing blockchain transaction costs, thereby making platforms more accessible. Andrew shares that through Conduit's "rollup as a service" model, businesses, including fintech and traditional finance companies, can use private blockchains, vastly improving economic efficiency and innovation in the crypto landscape. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Andrew Huang's Journey to Founding Conduit and Crypto's Potential 4 | What Are Rollups and How Are They Helping to Scale Ethereum 9 | Advantages of Custom Blockchains for DeFi and High-Performance Apps 13 | Ethena and Their Synthetic Dollar and Yielding Stablecoin Rollup Using Conduit 17 | Ethereum Rollups: Scaling Challenges and Future Opportunities 20 | A Breakdown of BASE and The Future of Exchanges and Blockchain Rollups 23 | The Rise of Stablecoins in International Payments 26 | The Future of Crypto Scaling with Rollups and Customization 30 | Strategic Partnerships and Technology Stacks in Blockchain Development Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Conduit: Powerful Chain Infrastructure Announcement: Ethena, Securitize Target Q2 Mainnet Launch for RWA-Focused Blockchain, Tap Arbitrum, Celestia Announcement: Katana Foundation Announces Katana Network, Incubated by Polygon Labs and GSR Blog: Paradigm, Haun Ventures co-lead $37 million round in Conduit Blog:Chainalysis' 5 Takeaways from Today's Senate Banking Committee Hearing on Digital Assets Blog:First-Ever Crypto Seizure in Greece: How Chainalysis Reactor Helped Authorities Recover Funds from the $1.5B Bybit Hack YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Brian Alapatt (Senior Solutions Architect, Chainalysis) Andrew Huang (Founder, Conduit) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

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XRP vs Elizabeth Warren!

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 14:22

XRP (XRP-USD) is trading near a critical resistance zone as Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse addressed U.S. lawmakers this week, renewing focus on digital asset regulation and the role of blockchain in global finance.~This episode is sponsored by Uphold~Uphold Get $20 in Bitcoin - Signup & Verify and trade at least $100 of any crypto within your first 30 days ➜ https://bit.ly/pbnuphold00:00 intro00:15 Sponsor: iTrust Capital00:39 Brad Garlinghouse Senate Testimony01:11 Elizabeth Warren wants to ban tokenized stocks01:55 Chainalysis vs Elizabeth Warren FUD02:54 Elizabeth Runs Away03:07 Timmothy Massad = Gensler 2.003:45 Gensler PTSD04:11 Wack Job invited by Elizabeth05:20 Wack Job vs Congress06:01 Bush Ethics Council!? 06:38 Brad & Moreno vs Gensler 2.008:22 Unintended Consequences?08:39 Ripple x BNY Mellon09:11 CNBC: Brad on Bank License10:15 Ethereum Admits Ripple is Banking King11:20 Axelar EVM Launch11:36 XRP on Uniswap Coming11:58 Lending Coming to XRPL12:25 Dormant XRP Potential13:05 Lending Beta Coming13:26 Coinbase Panics13:43 XRP Chart Climbing14:02 outro#XRP #Crypto #bitcoin~XRP vs Elizabeth Warren!

Japan: Early Adopters In Crypto Regulation

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 39:09

The Collapse of Mt. Gox put regulators around the world on notice that digital assets could no longer be ignored. There is no regulator that got that message loud and clear more than the Japan Financial Services Agency. In today's episode, Chengyi Ong, Head of Policy (APAC) at Chainalysis has an insightful discussion with Ryosuke Ushida (Chief FinTech Officer, Financial Services Agency of Japan) about the pioneering role their agency had in crypto regulation and how Japan was able to successfully strike a balance between innovation and risk mitigation. Ryosuke shares the evolution of Japan's holistic digital asset strategy, involving cross-agency collaboration to seamlessly integrate regulatory and innovation goals. He highlights stablecoin regulation, International harmonization of crypto policies and tackling security concerns stemming from cyber threats, while showcasing Japan's multifaceted approach to fintech and digital assets. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Ryosuke Ushida blockchain journey and leading innovation at JFSA 4 | The fall of Mt. Gox that lead to early adoption of crypto regulations in Japan 7 | The benefits and challenges of being an early regulator in digital assets 10 | Japan's self regulation and public private partnerships to scale compliance in crypto 14 | How Japan could leverage blockchain for cross-border payments and IP transfer 19 | Prioritizing consumer and national security in the wake of large crypto hacks 24 | Japan Fintech Week: A global gathering of innovation and networking 28 | Stablecoins, AI and global regulatory and financial crime challenges in crypto 33 | Crypto Trends: Overused words, regulatory priorities and fintech aspirations Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: JFSA: The Financial Services Agency is a Japanese government agency and an integrated financial regulator Guidance: Joint Statement on Cryptocurrency Thefts by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and Public-Private Collaboration Event: Japan Fintech Week 2025 (highlights coming soon!) Blog: Nobitex, Sanctions, and The $90 Million Exploit: A Window into Iran's Largest Crypto Exchange Blog: The Security Risks of Stablecoins: How Hackers Exploit Centralized and Decentralized Issuers Announcement: Chainalysis and Aptos Foundation Partner to Increase Trust and Security YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in Speakers on today's episode Chengyi Ong *host* (Head of Policy (APAC), Chainalysis) Ryosuke Ushida (Chief FinTech Officer, Financial Services Agency of Japan) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

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Tackling Tax Fraud with Data and AI

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 22:05

In this episode, Jim Lee (Global Head of Capacity Building, Chainalysis) sits down with Richard Las (Chief Investigation Officer, Director Fraud Investigation Service, HM Revenue & Customs) to discuss cutting-edge developments in tax fraud investigations. Richard shares his experience in managing a multi-faceted team and emphasizes the importance of international collaborations in combating financial crime, while sharing HMRC's approach to tax compliance, the impact of technological advancements in investigation and the role of public-private partnerships in reinforcing global financial security. The episode highlights the use of intelligence-led investigations, showcasing how data and private sector partnerships augment HMRC's efforts and how strategic data analysis aids in the fight against tax evasion, particularly with regard to burgeoning areas like crypto assets. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Richard Las' background and his role at HMRC 4 | HMRC's fraud investigation service and capabilities 7 | Tax obligations for crypto holders in the UK 10 | Civil vs criminal tax offenses in undisclosed crypto gains 12 | International cooperation against tax evasion 15 | Public Private Partnerships and leveraging crypto service providers Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: HMRC: UK's tax, payments and customs authority Report: HMRC Internal Manual: Cryptoassets Manual Guidance: 01Jan2026: New data collection and reporting requirements for UK Cryptoasset Services Forum: HMRC Community Forums - Crypto Tax (BETA) Blog: Huione Carries On: Chinese-Language Platform's Persistence Reveals the Complexity of On-chain Financial Crime Disruption Announcement: Chainalysis and Aptos Foundation Partner to Increase Trust and Security YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Jim Lee *host* (Global Head of Capacity Building, Chainalysis) Richard Las (Chief Investigation Officer, Director Fraud Investigation Service, HM Revenue & Customs) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

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Policing the Metaverse

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 24:53

If we look out 5-10 years, what is going to be more important to the next generation. Is it their digital life or their physical life? In this “Live from Links” episode, Patrick Ghion, Chief Cyber Strategy Officer for the Geneva Cantonal Police and an active member of the INTERPOL Metaverse Expert Group provides his answer to Jim Lee (Global Head of Capacity Building, Chainalysis), who spent almost 30 years with IRS Criminal Investigation team. The duo discusses the complexities of law enforcement's evolving landscape in the digital age and the critical role of public-private partnerships and academia in combating cybercrime. Patrick provides context around the creation of regional Cyber Competence Centers (RC3) and the progress law enforcement is making in the metaverse, while encouraging police departments to strategize for future threats, training, and the integration of AI. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Patrick's career progression and intro to Regional Cyber Competence Center (RC3) 5 | Metaverse policing strategy and approach to “Vision 2030” 7 | Societal shift to report cybercrimes to police in the metaverse than in real life 11 | Public-Private and Academic Partnerships 15 | Hiring strategy for law enforcement for crypto and AI 19 | Reflections on Links Conference and networking Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Geneva Police: Protect and Serve Blog: Vision 2030+: Geneva Police in the Metaverse Blog: Chainalysis Links NYC 2025 – Day 1 Showcases Innovation, Security, and Collaborative Power Chainalysis In Action: How Chainalysis Helped the FBI Track Down and Freeze Millions in the Caesars Casino Ransomware Attack Blog: AI-Powered Crypto Scams: How Artificial Intelligence is Being Used for Fraud YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Jim Lee *host* (Global Head of Capacity Building, Chainalysis) Patrick Ghion (Chief Cyber Strategy Officer, Geneva Cantonal Police) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company.

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ICE wants more blockchain analytics tech; Army recruits officers from Meta, OpenAI and Palantir for new detachment

The Daily Scoop Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 4:03

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is doubling down on its investment in blockchain intelligence technology, along with other investigative platforms. According to a notice of intent on a government procurement website, the Department of Homeland Security component aims to buy more technology from TRM Labs, which focuses on crypto risk management but also offers a bevy of forensics services for government clients. ICE this week also posted an intent to sole source similar technology from Chainalysis, which comes amid a series of planned purchases for other digital forensics tools. Both Chainalysis and TRM Labs have myriad contracts with federal agencies, including the FBI, the State Department, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Internal Revenue Service. In posting its intent to single source both TRM and Chainalysis technology, ICE is indicating there is no other provider that could reasonably provide the same services. Executives from high-tech firms Meta, OpenAI and Palantir are joining the Army Reserve at the rank of lieutenant colonel to serve in Detachment 201, a new “Executive Innovation Corps,” the service announced Friday. The move is the latest push by the department to tap into capabilities and know-how from Silicon Valley and the commercial sector. The new corps “brings top tech talent into the Army Reserve to bridge the commercial-military tech gap” and is “designed to fuse cutting-edge tech expertise with military innovation,” the Army stated in a press release. On Friday, the service is set to swear-in Meta's chief technology officer Andrew Bosworth, OpenAI's chief product officer Kevin Weil, Palantir's CTO Shyam Sankar and Bob McGrew, an advisor at Thinking Machines Lab who was previously OpenAI's chief research officer. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

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