According to Chainalysis, 2024 saw a 35% reduction in ransomware payments, indicating a growing refusal among victims to comply with attackers' demands. This decline underscores the effectiveness of improved cybersecurity measures and collaborative efforts in combating cybercrime.
New research from Chainalysis uncovers billions in crypto trading volume tied to market manipulation. The report details how wash trades, pump-and-dump schemes, and insider influence impact market integrity, raising concerns over regulatory oversight and investor protection in the evolving blockchain space.
Chainalysis estimates that more than $40.9 billion flowed to illicit addresses in 2024, accounting for approximately 0.14% of all on-chain transactions.
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