Cryptocurrency Investigations WEB

Description

The rise of blockchain and cryptocurrency has enabled criminals to mask illegal transactions, making detection harder for law enforcement. Digital currencies now play a key role in scams, money laundering, and illicit activity across the surface, deep, and dark web. Understanding KYC and AML protocols is crucial for investigating these crimes.

This introductory course explores blockchain, cryptocurrency transactions, and related digital evidence—such as wallets, USB drives, Nano Ledgers, ATMs, exchanges, and cryptocurrency ATMs. Participants will examine real case studies, learn how to investigate crypto-related crimes, and see a live OSINT and private software demonstration. Designed to equip law enforcement with the tools to tackle cryptocurrency investigations.

Upon Completion:

Participants will be able to: 

  1. Gain general education on cryptocurrency.
    1. Centralized Platforms
    2. Decentralized Platforms

                                                               i.      Why do they matter?

    1. Blockchains

                                                               i.      Tracing and Tracking Activity

  1. Learning about cryptocurrency and technology.
    1. Crypto Typologies
    2. Bitcoin & Altcoins
    3. Ethereum, Monero, Z-cash, and more.
    4. Cryptocurrency exchanges, crypto software such as nano ledgers, ATMs, cold & hot wallets, apps, tumbling (laundering), and more.
  2. Learn OSINT and pay for tools used to investigate blockchain and cryptocurrency.
  3. Learn about smart technology and collecting digital evidence.
  4. Learn AML and KYC protocols.
  5. Warrant language and identifying exchanges on the blockchain.
  6. Learn about private software for investigating cryptocurrency, Qlue by Blockchain Intelligence Group.
  7. See a Case Study.