Crystal Intelligence

Crypto scams are on the rise and awareness is the first line of defense. Navin Gupta joined Business First / Angela Miles to break down how the most common scams work, including AI-based impersonations and romance schemes and fake investment opportunities. He also shared practical steps for protecting yourself and others: rely on regulated platforms, question anything that seems “too good to be true,” and never rush into crypto transactions driven by fear or emotion. Watch the full segment: http://bit.ly/4nNIw8P

Join our webinar! We'll be speaking to expert investigators from U.S. Secret Service, Inca Digital, and Mastercard as they unmask the crypto scams devastating consumers across the United States. What you'll learn: 🚨 How criminals exploit crypto ATMs to defraud victims 🚨 Address poisoning tactics and how to spot them 🚨 Why elderly Americans are prime targets—and how to protect them 🚨 What investigators are doing to fight back 📅 22 October 2025 | ⏰ 10 AM Pacific |📍 Online Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGP6eQSv Adam Zarazinski Jonelle S. Nick Steegmans

Our Stablecoins Beyond Borders webinar is on Monday! This 60-minute session will hear from an expert panel, exploring how stablecoins are reshaping the future of payments. What we’ll cover: • Stablecoin 101: types, market size, and why they matter • Real-world use cases: remittances, B2B settlements, and beyond • Opportunities & challenges: regulation, adoption, and infrastructure • Live Q&A with our expert panelists 📆 October 20th | ⏰ 18:00–19:00 CET | 💻 Online Register now: https://lnkd.in/eS8cT2qv

Crypto’s at a turning point. Record enforcement actions, evolving scams, and hard lessons in trust. Here’s what’s shaping the industry this week 👇

Strengthening compliance through intelligence We’re proud to share that 21 Analytics’ Travel Rule solution now includes native support for Crystal’s on-chain risk scoring, empowering financial institutions with actionable insights directly within their compliance workflows. This integration means compliance teams using 21 Travel Rule can now: ✅ See Crystal’s risk score for blockchain addresses in real time ✅ Instantly identify self-hosted wallets ✅ Verify wallet ownership via AOPP ✅ Automate decisions for safer, faster transfers As our COO Marina Khaustova explains: “Effective compliance relies on delivering actionable intelligence right where it’s needed. This integration with 21 Analytics brings our risk scoring directly into the decision-making workflow, enabling compliance teams to act quickly and confidently.” Together with 21 Analytics, we’re making compliance more connected, efficient, and transparent — supporting VASPs and financial institutions in building a safer digital asset ecosystem. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e5rskvG7

This week’s stories reveal just how fast global oversight is accelerating. ➡️ The US Department of Justice charged Prince Group’s chairman with running forced-labour scam compounds linked to crypto fraud — and seized $15B in bitcoin, the largest forfeiture in DOJ history. ➡️ The trader behind last week’s “Big Bitcoin Short” has now opened a new $160M leveraged position, sparking renewed speculation about insider knowledge and market timing. ➡️ And in Europe, the EBA is warning that some crypto firms are exploiting regulatory gaps during MiCA’s transition period. Together, these developments highlight the same trend: enforcement, transparency, and compliance expectations are tightening across every corner of the digital asset ecosystem. Read the full news blog here: https://lnkd.in/eaTZpRKR

Stablecoins beyond borders: the future of digital money Join us on October 20th at 18:00 CET for a 60-minute expert panel exploring how stablecoins are reshaping the future of payments. Moderated by Diego Salazar, you’ll hear from industry leaders: ✅ Emanuele R. (Anchorage Digital) on institutional custody & stablecoin fundamentals ✅ Andrea Marsili (MoonPay) on cross-border payment innovation ✅ Gijs op de Weegh (StablR) on regional solutions & financial inclusion We’re proud to be collaborating with Bocconi Students Blockchain Association, IE Cryptocurrency Club, and AQube for this session, bringing together academic insight and industry expertise to unpack the opportunities and challenges shaping digital money. What we’ll cover: • Stablecoin 101: types, market size, and why they matter • Real-world use cases: remittances, B2B settlements, and beyond • Opportunities & challenges: regulation, adoption, and infrastructure • Live Q&A with our expert panelists Whether you’re exploring stablecoins for your business or staying ahead of payment innovation, this session is for you. 📆 October 20th | ⏰ 18:00–19:00 CET | 💻 Online Register now: https://lnkd.in/eS8cT2qv

Crypto is borderless. Regulation? Not so much. For those working in compliance, what’s the biggest frustration when navigating global crypto rules?

Crypto ATMs. Address poisoning. Risk washing schemes. These aren't just headlines—they're real threats targeting everyday Americans, especially our elderly community. Join Crystal Intelligence and expert investigators from US Secret Service, Inca Digital, and Mastercard as they unmask the crypto scams devastating consumers across the United States. What you'll learn: 🚨 How criminals exploit crypto ATMs to defraud victims  🚨 Address poisoning tactics and how to spot them  🚨 Why elderly Americans are prime targets—and how to protect them  🚨 What investigators are doing to fight back 📅 22 October 2025 | ⏰ 10 AM Pacific  📍 Online Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGP6eQSv Adam Zarazinski Jonelle S. Nick Steegmans

New partnership announcement! We’re proud to announce a strategic partnership between Crystal and Ondology Labs, forensic investigation experts based in Cyprus. Together, we’re empowering justice for victims of crypto-fraud across Cyprus and Greece, combining localized legal expertise with Crystal’s global-grade blockchain analytics. What this means in practice: 🔍 Seamless investigative support for law enforcement and regulators  🔍 Court-ready data and expert testimony for legal cases  🔍 Asset recovery assistance for victims of hacks, scams, and ransomware  🔍 Compliance and AML support for institutions protecting the integrity of the crypto economy With Crystal’s 210M+ verified transfers and Ondology Labs’ deep regional insight, this partnership delivers actionable intelligence and evidential strength where it matters most. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eMipi2y4