Illicit activity in crypto is evolving faster than ever — moving across chains, platforms, borders, and jurisdictions in ways that challenge even the most advanced enforcement teams.
This panel brings together experts from investigations, law enforcement, analytics, and recovery to examine how criminals actually move funds today — and what industry and authorities must do to keep pace.
Watch this on-demand panel to understand:
Key Takeaways
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Stablecoins now dominate illicit flows: USDT — particularly on Tron — is increasingly the asset of choice due to speed, low cost, liquidity, and price stability. This shift also creates better opportunities for timely seizure and recovery.
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On-chain analysis is only half the picture: Criminals quickly transition from blockchain activity to OTC desks, off-ramps, and exchange environments where visibility drops and internal transfers can obscure attribution.
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CARF data will support investigations — and strain systems: Proactive reporting will give agencies stronger starting intelligence, but only if they can ingest, analyse, and share the data at scale.
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Public–private collaboration is now essential: Faster freezes, coordinated recoveries, and cross-border action require tight cooperation between exchanges, analytics firms, legal specialists, and law enforcement.
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Success is disruption: Full recovery isn’t always possible — but delaying cash-out, interrupting movement, or forcing criminals to adapt still meaningfully reduces harm.
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The reality: Crypto hasn’t made crime invisible; it has made it faster. Our investigative tools, operational coordination, and legal processes must match that speed.
Panel of Experts
Emma Shaw – TRM Labs
Hugo Hoyland – Asset Reality
Sam Bawtree – HMRC
Adrian Morris – Grant Thornton
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