GetBlock AML Research

More than $5 billion in #USDT has been frozen by #Tether since 2017 — and most of it may never return to users. This investigation reveals how wallet freezes work, why some funds are restored and what happens to the billions that remain locked forever: getblock.net/en/research/te…

This guide explains how the industry is learning to manage crypto compliance in practice. getblock.net/research/how-f…

Traditional financial controls are no longer enough in the #crypto era. Banks and financial institutions are rapidly adapting to blockchain risks, new fraud schemes and digital asset monitoring.

The new rules apply to exchanges, custody services, and any other firms involved in cross-border crypto operations. getblock.net/news/south-kor…

🇰🇷 South Korea is tightening control over cross-border crypto transfers. Parliament has passed a law requiring companies to register before sending or receiving cryptocurrency internationally.

Blockaid reported an ongoing attack on TrustedVolumes on the Ethereum network. The damage from the #hack has already reached $6.7 million, while 1inch stated that user funds were not affected. Read more: getblock.net/en/news/blocka…

A $150M #crypto scheme collapsed — but not all the money disappeared. Investigators managed to trace and freeze millions before it was gone. Here’s how the operation unraveled and why victims didn’t see it coming: getblock.net/en/research/a-…

#WLFI has filed a lawsuit against #JustinSun. The project accuses the Tron founder of running a smear campaign following a dispute over the freezing of WLFI tokens. According to WLFI, Sun spread false statements and coordinated pressure through media outlets and social networks.

A single #crypto transaction triggered an investigation that led to a shocking arrest. This case shows how blockchain intelligence can move beyond finance and directly support child protection. See how digital traces turned into real-world evidence: getblock.net/en/research/ho…

#crypto #polymarket

The DeFi protocol Carrot has announced its closure following the Drift Protocol #hack. Users have been given until May 14 to withdraw their funds. Read more: getblock.net/en/news/defi-p…

North Korea now dominates #crypto hacks in 2026, with just two attacks accounting for 76% of all losses. From a 12-minute $285M drain to complex cross-chain laundering, these operations show a new level of precision. Read more: getblock.net/en/research/th…

🚨 #Wasabi Protocol hacked for over $5 million

The SYND token lost approximately 35% following reports of a possible hack of Syndicate Bridge. PeckShield analysts have detected suspicious transactions and withdrawals from the contract. Read more: getblock.net/en/news/syndic…

The Scallop protocol on the #Sui network lost approximately $142,000 due to a vulnerability in an outdated contract. The team has already promised to fully compensate users. Read more: getblock.net/en/news/scallo…

$344 million frozen instantly — but who owned the funds? Tether acted on a request from U.S. authorities, yet the real story remains hidden. The scale suggests something far bigger than a routine case: getblock.net/en/research/la…

The organizer of a cryptocurrency scheme that caused investors to lose over $20 million has been convicted in the US. He promoted the fake Meta-1 Coin token, claiming it was backed by gold and art. Read more: getblock.net/en/news/23-yea…

Kaspersky experts have identified 26 fake #crypto wallets in the App Store, masquerading as popular services. The apps use phishing and malicious installations to steal users' funds. Read more: getblock.net/en/news/kasper…

The Believe project has faced new problems following the arrest of its founder. Meanwhile, investors are accusing the team of misleading actions and share dilution. Read more: getblock.net/en/news/believ…

Volo Protocol reported a hack that resulted in the theft of $3.5 million in assets. The team froze some funds and stated its willingness to cover the losses without user intervention. Read more: getblock.net/en/news/volo-c…