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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.

News | May 13, 2025

Crystal wins top awards for blockchain & Web3

Crystal wins blockchain analytics & Web3 compliance awards, recognizing excellence in AML, risk management, and innovation across the MENA region.

Crypto Regulations | May 8, 2025

FinCEN targets Huione for laundering $4B in crypto

FinCEN targets Huione Group with Section 311 ruling for laundering billions via crypto. What it means for VASPs, banks, and compliance officers.

News | May 7, 2025

FinCEN targets Huione on money laundering charges

FinCEN takes aim at Huione Group over money laundering & crypto scams, UK introduces Draft Bill & Australian government urged to move on regulation.

News | May 1, 2025

Crystal launches Scam Alert to fight crypto fraud

Discover Scam Alert by Crystal Intelligence—an open, victim-focused platform to report crypto scams, detect fraud & support law enforcement efforts.

News | April 30, 2025

FBI reports 66% rise in crypto fraud in 2024

The FBI’s IC3 Annual Report notes a 66% rise in crypto fraud, Nigerians lose savings in the CBEX scheme, and Loopscale negotiates a bounty rate.

News | April 23, 2025

UNODC warns that crypto mining can fund cybercrime

UNODC warns of illegal crypto mining’s cybercrime risk, South Africa’s crypto travel rule looms, & Arizona crypto Bill hits political hurdle.

Product Updates | April 17, 2025

Crystal expands for XRP & XLM Blockchains

Crystal Intelligence now provides full investigative capabilities for Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM), ensuring comprehensive compliance.

News | April 15, 2025

Australia cracks down on pig butchering rings

Australia shuts 95 pig butchering crypto scam companies while South Korea removed 31 unregistered crypto apps.