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Digital Forensics in the Age of Cryptocurrency: Investigating Blockchain and Crypto Crimes

The rise of cryptocurrencies has introduced a new frontier for criminals, presenting unique challenges for investigators. Unlike traditional financial transactions, cryptocurrency transactions are pseudonymous, meaning identities are obscured by cryptographic addresses. This, coupled with the decentralized nature of blockchain technology, necessitates specialized techniques and tools for digital forensics in the age of cryptocurrency.

Understanding an 0ktapus Phishing Campaign

The recent surge in phishing attacks capable of bypassing multi-factor authentication (MFA) has raised significant concerns in the cybersecurity landscape. These attacks highlight the fact that even systems protected by MFA have vulnerabilities, making it imperative for organizations to stay vigilant and not rely on a single control as a silver bullet. One such campaign, known as 0ktapus, provides a crucial case study in understanding the methods and impacts of these phishing attacks.

Support for AWS Nitro Enclaves on Fireblocks

At Fireblocks, we know that our customers employ a variety of different cloud configurations for their own internal systems. That’s why we’re excited to announce that Fireblocks now supports Amazon Web Services (AWS) Nitro Enclaves. With this new development, Fireblocks customers building products on AWS can now utilize Nitro Enclaves to run their Fireblocks API Co-Signer.

Follow the Crypto Part 1: Why Fraud Teams Should Investigate Crypto Transactions

Nowadays, cryptocurrency is a buzzword in society. It’s mostly seen as a high-risk investment or associated with fast profit-making schemes. Despite this, its adoption has surged in recent years, and according to crypto.com, the number of cryptocurrency holders has now hit 580 million. Unfortunately, not all of them hold it for legitimate reasons. We are at a juncture where criminals have the knowledge, services, and tools to channel their illicit profits through cryptocurrencies.

Deep Dive into Blockchain Security: Vulnerabilities and Protective Measures

Blockchain technology, renowned for its decentralized and immutable nature, promises enhanced security for various applications. However, like any technology, it is not without vulnerabilities. This in-depth examination explores the security aspects of blockchain, identifies common vulnerabilities, and outlines the measures needed to secure blockchain applications effectively.

How to Buy Bitcoin (BTC) in India

Bitcoin (BTC) is the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, often referred to as digital gold. It operates on a decentralised network and offers a secure and transparent method for conducting peer-to-peer transactions. As the pioneering cryptocurrency, Bitcoin has set the standard for the digital asset market and continues to be a preferred investment choice. For those looking to enter this market, understanding how to buy Bitcoin in India can be an essential step toward building a diversified investment portfolio.

Fireblocks x Cosmos: Exploring THORChain

THORChain is a network that facilitates native asset settlement between various blockchains including Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB Chain, Cosmos, and more. Overall, THORChain aims to provide a seamless and efficient way for users to exchange assets across different blockchains while maintaining a high level of decentralization, security, and community participation.

Fireblocks x TRES Finance: Enabling full financial visibility for Web3 companies

As regulation and reporting requirements become increasingly stringent, it’s more important than ever for organizations to have powerful, streamlined access to Web3 accounting and financial data. To meet the growing demand in this space, Fireblocks has teamed up with TRES Finance to offer customers the ability to completely automate Web3 accounting, taxes, and auditing.

Fireblocks x Cosmos: Exploring Celestia

As part of the broader Cosmos ecosystem, Celestia adopts a modular approach to blockchain technology, aiming to simplify the process of blockchain development. This approach emphasizes scalability and user accessibility. Utilizing the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol, Celestia facilitates better integration among different blockchain networks within Cosmos, enhancing the network’s ability to support a diverse and robust range of applications.