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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2025 · 45 MIN

#21 - Lessons from the Front Lines of Web3 Fraud Recovery — with Chris Groshong

from The Web3 Watchdogs · host Cyvers Podcast

Michael Pearl interviews Chris Groshong, president of Constructive and executive director at Crypto Recovery Alliance. The conversation delves into the tools and processes used in blockchain forensics, the challenges faced by law enforcement in recovering lost funds, and the heartbreaking stories of victims of crypto scams. Chris also shares insights into the mission of the Crypto Recovery Alliance, which aims to provide support and resources for victims of cryptocurrency fraud.Chapters:(01:30) From Genetics to Crypto: Chris's Journey(04:16) Entering the World of Compliance and Education(06:51) Tools for Blockchain Forensics and Investigations(09:32) The Process of Recovery: A Step-by-Step Guide(14:09) Challenges in Recovery and Law Enforcement Collaboration(17:42) The Role of Exchanges in Fund Recovery(20:32) Balancing Compliance and Business Objectives(24:10) The Interplay of Investigations and Compliance(25:41) Understanding Scams as a Business(27:01) Heartbreaking Stories of Victims(29:09) The Complexity of Modern Scams(33:05) Law Enforcement Challenges(37:12) Preventative Measures and Tools(42:02) The Mission of the Crypto Recovery AllianceThe Podcast is sponsored by Cyvers - the leader in threat prevention and mitigation in Web3, leveraging AI-driven technology to help industry leaders like Ledger, BitGo, 21Shares, and Crypto[.]com prevent hacks, fraud, scams, and compliance challenges. Cyvers’s solutions provide pre-emptive protection against malicious activity across the Web3 space. Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cyvers.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a call⁠⁠⁠⁠

Michael Pearl interviews Chris Groshong, president of Constructive and executive director at Crypto Recovery Alliance. The conversation delves into the tools and processes used in blockchain forensics, the challenges faced by law enforcement in recovering lost funds, and the heartbreaking stories of victims of crypto scams. Chris also shares insights into the mission of the Crypto Recovery Alliance, which aims to provide support and resources for victims of cryptocurrency fraud.Chapters:(01:30) From Genetics to Crypto: Chris's Journey(04:16) Entering the World of Compliance and Education(06:51) Tools for Blockchain Forensics and Investigations(09:32) The Process of Recovery: A Step-by-Step Guide(14:09) Challenges in Recovery and Law Enforcement Collaboration(17:42) The Role of Exchanges in Fund Recovery(20:32) Balancing Compliance and Business Objectives(24:10) The Interplay of Investigations and Compliance(25:41) Understanding Scams as a Business(27:01) Heartbreaking Stories of Victims(29:09) The Complexity of Modern Scams(33:05) Law Enforcement Challenges(37:12) Preventative Measures and Tools(42:02) The Mission of the Crypto Recovery AllianceThe Podcast is sponsored by Cyvers - the leader in threat prevention and mitigation in Web3, leveraging AI-driven technology to help industry leaders like Ledger, BitGo, 21Shares, and Crypto[.]com prevent hacks, fraud, scams, and compliance challenges. Cyvers’s solutions provide pre-emptive protection against malicious activity across the Web3 space. Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cyvers.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a call⁠⁠⁠⁠

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