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Thought Leadership | June 18, 2025

The Nobitex theft and the blurred lines of crypto conflict

A $70M crypto theft hits Iran’s largest exchange as tensions spill into the blockchain. Explore the compliance, enforcement, and user impact.

News | June 18, 2025

Iran crypto exchange Nobitex hacked in $70M cyberattack

As tensions between Iran and Israel intensify, the conflict has entered the crypto arena. Here’s what we know.

Thought Leadership | June 18, 2025

Crypto kidnappings: the rising threat and new trends

Unpack this complex issue with Crystal's Chief Intelligence Officer, Nick Smart, and LATAM Senior Researcher, Laura Ambrosio.

News | June 16, 2025

Crystal and Cointelegraph expose crypto scams

Crystal partners with Cointelegraph for a 4-part educational campaign exposing real crypto scams. Learn how these schemes operate.

Crypto Regulations | June 13, 2025

Lessons from CoinsPaid on building a resilient crypto business

Learn about the lessons from CoinsPaid on building a resilient crypto business. Blockchain analytics isn't just about compliance.

News | June 12, 2025

Global crypto rules tighten across continents

Crypto rules tighten worldwide as Switzerland & Spain move to share crypto tax data, while Singapore enforces new investor protection rules.

Crypto Regulations | June 11, 2025

Crypto regulation and risk in MENA: Trends, risks, and regional breakdown

Explore how Gulf nations are shaping crypto policy—from regulation & enforcement to underground risks. A must-read for compliance teams & regulators.

News | June 4, 2025

Pakistan’s crypto pivot sparks IMF warning

IMF clashes with Pakistan over Bitcoin mining plan and energy use. Farage backs youth-led crypto UK, as AUSTRAC cracks down on scam-prone crypto ATMs.

News | May 28, 2025

Crypto kidnappings: the new crypto crime wave

Crypto kidnappings: a new crypto crime wave—NY investor charged, Vegas teens steal $4M, Ugandan crypto education hub boss extorted by fake soldiers.

Product Updates | May 26, 2025

New Feature: Automated Demixing

Automated Demixing breaks down mixed transactions with a click, giving investigators clearer insights, faster analysis, and greater control.

Crypto Regulations | May 26, 2025

UK crypto regulation now and in the future

UK crypto regulation is evolving—experts explore the UK's draft bill, compare EU and US frameworks, and share insights on compliance & arbitrage.

News | May 21, 2025

Crypto kidnap: French victim rescued minus finger

Kidnaps spike as French police rescue victim, Australian Judge’s ruling could mean $640M tax refund & UAE’s VARA releases Rulebook Version 2.0 VASPS.

Crypto Regulations | May 20, 2025

PWC: Global crypto regulation trends for 2025

Global crypto regulation trends in 2025: Explore how regulators, exchanges, and investigators are navigating compliance in a transforming landscape.

Thought Leadership | May 19, 2025

FAIR London Report on AI in Compliance

The FAIR London Report explores real-world use cases, regulatory challenges, and what's next for the industry.

News | May 14, 2025

US man jailed 30 years for crypto terrorism

Crypto terrorism financing scheme lands US man 30-year prison term, Celsius CEO jailed for 12 years & Singapore investment scammer gets 4,5 years.