Cryptocurrency and the Dark Web Investigations

The criminal mind is constantly advancing as technology changes. With the development of the internet, came a new tool for criminals to conduct illegal activity. With the emergence of the dark web and cryptocurrency, criminals gained anonymity of their illegal day-to-day transactions making it more difficult to be detected by law enforcement agencies. Law Enforcement Officers and investigators encounter different people daily during routine traffic stops and investigations, including technologically advanced criminals affording them the opportunity to uncover crimes of anonymity.

This course will focus on criminals and the dark web. Diving deep into the internet and anonymity of criminals, this course will assist in learning about the how the dark web and cryptocurrency function, different case studies will be offered to understand and learn about cryptocurrency and dark web criminal activities, and educating law enforcement on ways to detect general dark web activity during general traffic stops and investigations.

Upon Completion:

Participants will be able to:

1. Gain general education on cryptocurrency and the dark web

2. Understand the technological criminal and their victims

3. Learn about cryptocurrency and technology

4. Learn about the different levels and history of the internet

5. Understand policing and investigations of cryptocurrency and dark web a. What to look for during routine traffic stops and investigations

6. Learn about smart technology and digital evidence

7. Understand laws, search and seizure, warrants and subpoenas

8. Learn the differences between cybercrime and hackers

9. Learn how organized crime plays a key role in the dark web

10. Learn about case studies and how they relate to the dark web and crime

11. Understand how a coordinated approach can help rescue and protect future victims