- Digital Asset Tracing and Recovery: Cryptocurrency theft and fraud are on the rise. Guidepost’s certified crypto analytics experts specialize in following the digital asset flow across multiple blockchains, identifying perpetrators, and recovering stolen assets. Our investigators have a proven track record of successfully identifying and recovering over $450 million in stolen digital assets.
- Identification of Anonymous Actors: Unmasking the individuals behind cryptocurrency transactions on social media activity is crucial in many investigations. Guidepost leverages advanced open-source intelligence (OSINT) tools and investigative techniques to identify anonymous actors on the blockchain and social media platforms.
- Forensic Accounting: Our team of forensic accountants, certified fraud examiners, and certified DeFi experts work alongside our digital asset tracers to dissect and resolve intricate financial crimes. We investigate financial records including bank statements, exchange records, and/or hardware wallet extracts, value digital assets, provide expert testimony, and uncover financial misconduct related to cryptocurrency.
- Global Reach: With a network of investigators operating in over 90 countries, Guidepost is equipped to handle all aspects of blockchain tracing and cross-border cryptocurrency investigations.
- Expert Witness: With over a decade of experience in cryptocurrency investigations, our experts are equipped to analyze investigative findings and provide valuable support for your case. Our team can clarify technical concepts and analyze financial evidence in a clear and concise manner for the court, helping the trier of fact understand the nuances of the case and the nature of the alleged misconduct.
Cryptocurrency + Digital Assets
YOUR GUIDE TO
Navigating Crypto and Digital Assets
Tracing and Analytics, Investigations, Compliance, Valuations, and Expert Witness Assistance
The world of digital assets presents exciting opportunities but also comes with inherent risks. Guidepost Solutions is a trusted partner for businesses navigating the complex landscape of crypto assets.
Quick Reference of Crypto Terminology
- Crypto assets: A broad term that refers to any digital or virtual assets that use cryptography and blockchain technology to ensure secure transactions. This can include tokens, cryptocurrencies, and other blockchain-based assets.
- Cryptocurrency: A type of crypto asset specifically designed as a medium of exchange, using decentralized blockchain technology (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) to allow for secure, peer-to-peer transactions without central authority.
- Digital assets: Any assets that exist in a digital form, including crypto assets, cryptocurrencies, tokenized real-world assets, and digital content like NFTs.
Comprehensive Services
Our team of cryptocurrency experts offers comprehensive services in tracing and analytics, investigations, compliance, valuations, and risk mitigation, ensuring you can confidently engage with crypto assets.
What sets Guidepost apart is our wealth of experience coupled with our practical, results-oriented approach. We understand the unique challenges of the crypto asset space, from intricate blockchain transactions to evolving regulatory demands. Our experience in traditional financial crime investigations, combined with specialized expertise in cryptocurrency, enables us to provide effective and innovative solutions.
We have specialized expertise in global crypto asset regulations and anti-financial crime compliance requirements. Our experts are certified in their fields of expertise ensuring up-to-date knowledge in this ever-changing landscape.
- BSA/AML and Sanctions Compliance: Guidepost helps cryptocurrency businesses, including exchanges and money service businesses, establish and enhance their BSA/AML and sanctions compliance programs. We provide guidance on customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and compliance training to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Regulatory Review: If your business interacts with the crypto asset space, your company could be viewed as a money transmitter. We’re here to help you navigate a thorough regulatory review to ensure compliance and mitigate potential risks.
- Licensing and Payment Systems: Navigating the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrency businesses can be daunting. Guidepost assists clients in obtaining the necessary licenses, structuring compliant payment systems, and mitigating financial crime risks.
- Compliance Program Development and Review: We assist in developing, reviewing, and enhancing compliance programs for digital asset businesses, ensuring they align with industry best practices and evolving regulatory expectations.
- Digital Vulnerability Assessments: Guidepost identifies and assesses a client’s digital vulnerabilities, including those related to blockchain wallets, social media presence, and regulatory compliance, to recommend measures for mitigation.
- Cybersecurity and Privacy Programs: We help cryptocurrency businesses establish and enhance their cybersecurity and privacy programs to protect digital assets, sensitive data, and customer information from cyber threats.
- Due Diligence and Background Investigations: Guidepost conducts thorough due diligence and background checks for individuals and entities involved in cryptocurrency businesses, uncovering potential risks and red flags.
Why Choose Guidepost?
Our team of seasoned investigators, forensic accountants, certified cryptocurrency tracers, cybersecurity experts, and compliance professionals brings a deep understanding of the crypto asset landscape. With a proven track record of successfully navigating complex investigations, recovering stolen assets, and addressing regulatory challenges, we deliver results. Our global network ensures that we can provide on-the-ground support in key cryptocurrency hubs, while prioritizing tailored solutions to meet your specific needs efficiently.
Featured Case Studies:
- Our Investigators have worked on some of the largest cryptocurrency frauds in history – meticulously tracing through millions of addresses over multiple blockchains to identify and seize over $350 million in assets tied to those stolen funds.
- Recovered assets in a high-profile cryptocurrency embezzlement case by reviewing and analyzing blockchain transactions to uncover the full extent and location of stolen funds valued at over $100 million during the life of the scheme. We not only aided the recovery of the misappropriated cryptocurrency, but also assessed the gains and losses incurred.
- Successfully traced and recovered stolen NFTs for prominent individuals, including actor Seth Green.
- Helped a large U.S. Bitcoin ATM network achieve compliance with NYDFS Bit license requirements.
- Assisted a social media marketing company in proving false accusations of terms of service violations and negotiating a settlement with a social media giant.
- Uncovered a multi-million-dollar fraud scheme involving alternative crypto tokens and meme coins, leading to an FBI investigation.
- In a complex divorce case, our skilled investigators traced a myriad of crypto assets to confirm the marital assets held by the opposing side and where they were held. We then assessed the value of these digital assets to determine the gains and losses and current valuations, helping to clarify the true financial status of both parties.
- Assisted in confirming billions of funds stolen from a marketplace on the dark web and where the funds were held.
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