Cryptocurrency Crime: The Dark Side of Digital Wealth

Cryptocurrency and crime-This chapter introduces the correlation between cryptocurrency and criminal activities, providing context for the book's exploration of illicit uses of digital currencies

Sheep Marketplace-A look into one of the most infamous darknet marketplaces and its connection to cryptocurrency crime, revealing how these platforms function

Blockchain-dot-com-This chapter analyzes the role of Blockchain.com in cryptocurrency transactions and the potential for misuse in illicit activities

Quadriga (company)-An investigation into QuadrigaCX, its collapse, and the significant role it played in the cryptocurrency crime landscape

Cryptocurrency-An overview of cryptocurrency, from its inception to its rise in popularity, and the vulnerabilities it presents for both users and law enforcement

Privacy and blockchain-This chapter discusses the privacy implications of blockchain technology and how anonymity can facilitate criminal behavior

Coincheck-A case study of the Coincheck hack, one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts, highlighting vulnerabilities in exchanges and the security risks associated with digital assets

Cryptocurrency tracing-Techniques used to trace cryptocurrency transactions, identifying how blockchain analysis can uncover criminal activities hidden in the digital world

Cryptocurrency exchange-This chapter provides an indepth look at cryptocurrency exchanges and how they can be exploited for illegal transactions and money laundering

Bitcoin-A closer examination of Bitcoin, its role in both legitimate and illicit activities, and its impact on global financial systems

Binance-An analysis of Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, and its involvement in regulatory and legal challenges

History of bitcoin-This chapter traces the evolution of Bitcoin, exploring key events that shaped its rise as both a financial asset and a tool for criminal enterprises

Blockchain analysis-An exploration of how blockchain analysis tools have revolutionized the fight against cryptocurrency crime by providing transparency to otherwise anonymous transactions

Tether (cryptocurrency)-A critical look at Tether and its role in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, as well as concerns about its stability and potential for misuse

Bitconnect-A deep dive into the Bitconnect Ponzi scheme, a notorious example of fraud within the cryptocurrency space, and its lasting impact on the industry

Cryptocurrency wallet-An explanation of cryptocurrency wallets, their function, and the security risks they present for both investors and criminals

2016 Bitfinex hack-A detailed analysis of the 2016 Bitfinex hack, exploring how the breach occurred and its implications for the security of cryptocurrency exchanges

Cryptocurrency tumbler-This chapter examines cryptocurrency tumblers, or mixing services, and their role in obscuring the origins of illicit funds

SafeMoon-A case study on SafeMoon, a controversial cryptocurrency token that raised concerns over its legitimacy and potential for fraud

Bitfinex-A continued exploration of Bitfinex, with a focus on its role in cryptocurrency crime and its relationship with international regulators

Cryptocurrency bubble-The final chapter discusses the volatile nature of cryptocurrency markets, the rise and burst of bubbles, and how these cycles influence both investors and criminals