Chainalysis: Stablecoins Emerge as the Cornerstone of Illicit Crypto Activity in 2024

Illicit cryptocurrency activity reached significant levels in 2024, with $40.9 billion directed to wallets linked to criminal activities, according to the latest report from Chainalysis. As blockchain systems continue to mature, malicious actors are adopting increasingly sophisticated techniques and refining their operations into organized ventures. Chainalysis Report Highlights Increasing Professionalization of Crypto Crime The report … Read more

Chainalysis Expands Anti-Fraud Efforts With Alterya Acquisition

Chainalysis, the blockchain analytics firm, has announced its acquisition of Alterya, a firm that harnesses artificial intelligence (AI) to combat fraud. Blockchain Analytics Firm Chainalysis Acquires Fraud Detection Startup Alterya Alterya, positioning itself as a preemptive scam detector, claims expertise in thwarting fraudsters before they target their victims. Its clientele reportedly includes major players such … Read more

Machine Learning in Focus as Chainalysis Acquires Hexagate

Blockchain surveillance firm Chainalysis has acquired Hexagate, a Web3 security company focused on the real-time identification and mitigation of blockchain threats, marking a pivotal advancement in blockchain security infrastructure. Chainalysis Expands with Hexagate Acquisition for Real-Time Threat Detection Hexagate reportedly utilizes machine learning to spot dubious activities across blockchain networks, enabling the thwarting of cyberattacks … Read more

Chainalysis Promotes Jonathan Levin to CEO as Former Boss Michael Gronager Departs

“As CEO, I look forward to continuing to deliver cutting edge data, investigations, and risk solutions to our customers while also pursuing new market opportunities,” Levin said. Former Chainalysis Chief Strategy Officer Jonathan Levin Takes the Reins as CEO Blockchain data analysis firm Chainalysis has appointed Co-founder and former Chief Strategy Officer Jonathan Levin as … Read more