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Illicit Transaction Activity Hit All-time High in Value in 2021: Chainalysis
The latest report suggests cryptocurrency-based crime hit a new all-time high in 2021, with illicit addresses receiving $14 billion in 2021, which amount was doubled to 2020, according to Chainalysis.
Fighting Ransomware: Chainalysis Acquires Cyber-Security Firm Excygent
Chainalysis, a blockchain data analytics, and security platform has announced its acquisition of cybercrime investigative company Excygent.
Crypto Adoption Grows among Asian Countries, Says Chainalysis Report
Chainalysis has released the analysis report, showing that countries in Central & Southern Asia and Oceania (CSAO) region received more than $900 billion in crypto value from July 2021 to June 2022.
Use of Crypto Mixers Reaches ATH in 2022: Chainalysis Report
Blockchain analysis firm, Chainalysis has released a report on the doubled use of crypto mixers this year with illicit addresses responsible for about 10% of the total usage
Chainalysis Exposes Southeast Asia's Human Trafficking and Scam Nexus
Chainalysis reveals the intertwining of human trafficking with crypto scams in Southeast Asia, highlighting the urgency to combat these digital age crimes.
Crypto Scam Revenue Has Dropped by 65% in 2022: Chainalysis
Illicit crypto volumes have been diminishing year-over-year, with scams taking the lion’s drop share, according to a report by blockchain analytic firm Chainalysis.
US House Committee to Probe Crypto Crimes in November Hearing
The US House Financial Services Committee will hold a hearing today, November 15, 2023, to examine illicit cryptocurrency activities, including money laundering and terrorist financing, and discuss the Department of Justice's focus on these crimes.
Crypto Investors’ Realized Gains Increased by 400% to Hit $162.7m in 2021, Study Shows
With 2021 emerging as a strong year for cryptocurrencies, global investors made $162.7 million in realized gains, according to blockchain analytic firm Chainalysis.
MENA Region Emerges as The Fastest Growing Crypto Market: Chainalysis Report
Much of the crypto growth in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region is driven by savings preservation, remittance payments, and friendly crypto regulations.
Demand for Crypto Mixers Hits ATH, Illicit Address Activities Draws Majority
The rising use of mixers in the crypto space should be a cause for concern because they are highly being utilized by cybercriminals and bad actors, according to Chainalysis.
U.S. Should Align Itself with Digital Assets to Safeguard its Interests, Says Chainalysis Founder
During a Senate hearing, Chainalysis founder Jonathan Levin opined that the U.S. ought to prioritize and invest in digital assets to get the upper hand when enhancing financial transparency, public safety, and national security.
Elliptic Debunks Claims of Substantial Crypto Funding to Hamas
Elliptic, a blockchain analytics firm, refuted claims of significant cryptocurrency funding to Hamas, following a wave of reports and a letter from US lawmakers to the White House. The firm highlighted the lack of substantial evidence supporting the alleged $130 million crypto funding between August 2021 and June 2023. Despite historical endeavors by Hamas to solicit crypto donations, recent analysis reveals that the amounts garnered remain minuscule compared to the figures cited in misinformed reports.
