# www.elliptic.co > AI-optimized mirror of www.elliptic.co containing 50 pages totalling 36,288 words of clean markdown content, structured data, and semantic HTML. Original source: https://www.elliptic.co/. Last updated: 2026-04-20T04:04:43.646Z. Each page is available as HTML (with JSON-LD structured data) and Markdown (text-only, ideal for LLMs and RAG). ## Homepage - [site-root.html](/site-root.html) (1 words) ## Articles & Blog Posts - [blog/obfuscation-on-the-blockchain-how-to-detect-and-mitigate-the-risks.html](/blog/obfuscation-on-the-blockchain-how-to-detect-and-mitigate-the-risks.html) (1 words) - [hubfs/state-20of-20crypto-202025/elliptic_report_state_of_crypto_2025-pdf.html](/hubfs/state-20of-20crypto-202025/elliptic_report_state_of_crypto_2025-pdf.html) (1 words) - [blog/huione-largest-ever-illicit-online-marketplace-stablecoin.html](/blog/huione-largest-ever-illicit-online-marketplace-stablecoin.html) (1 words) - [blog/analysis/crypto-regulatory-affairs-uae-and-hong-kong-to-partner-on-crypto-regs.html](/blog/analysis/crypto-regulatory-affairs-uae-and-hong-kong-to-partner-on-crypto-regs.html) (1 words) - [blog/levelling-up-crypto-fraud-and-money-laundering-investigations-with-automatic-behavioral-detection.html](/blog/levelling-up-crypto-fraud-and-money-laundering-investigations-with-automatic-behavioral-detection.html) (1 words) - [blog/hosted-vs-unhosted-wallets/index.html](/blog/hosted-vs-unhosted-wallets/index.html) (1 words) - [blog/crypto-regulatory-affairs-us-secondary-market-sanctions-compliance.html](/blog/crypto-regulatory-affairs-us-secondary-market-sanctions-compliance.html) (1 words) - [blog/us-treasury-takes-311-action-against-huione-group-what-this-means-for-you.html](/blog/us-treasury-takes-311-action-against-huione-group-what-this-means-for-you.html) (1 words) - [blog/sanctions-compliance-and-crypto-managing-your-reporting-and-blocking-obligations.html](/blog/sanctions-compliance-and-crypto-managing-your-reporting-and-blocking-obligations.html) (1 words) - [platform/lens/index.html](/platform/lens/index.html) (1 words) - [blockchain-forensics-tools/index.html](/blockchain-forensics-tools/index.html) (1 words) - [hubfs/nft-20report-202022-pdf.html](/hubfs/nft-20report-202022-pdf.html) (1 words) - [blog/cyber-scam-marketplace/index.html](/blog/cyber-scam-marketplace/index.html) (1 words) - [blog/crypto-regulatory-affairs-us-congress-pushes-for-clarity-act-passage.html](/blog/crypto-regulatory-affairs-us-congress-pushes-for-clarity-act-passage.html) (1 words) - [hubfs/blockchain-20and-20analytics-20guide-pdf.html](/hubfs/blockchain-20and-20analytics-20guide-pdf.html) (1 words) - [UK sanctions Xinbi marketplace and entities connected to #8 Park in latest crackdown on illicit cryptoassets](/blog/uk-sanctions-xinbi-marketplace-and-entities-connected-to-8-park-in-latest-crackdown-on-illicit-cryptoassets.html): The UK today sanctioned #8 Park and Xinbi for enabling cryptoasset-fueled scam operations. Elliptic published research into both ahead of the designation. (1,492 words) - [Fully Configurable Blockchain Analytics](/platform/configurability/index.html): Unlock precise, customizable blockchain analytics with Elliptic to streamline investigations and focus on critical activity. (1,179 words) - [Crypto transaction monitoring to detect suspicious activity in real time](/crypto-transaction-monitoring-tools/index.html): Monitor crypto transactions in real time, reduce risk, and meet AML requirements with Elliptic’s automated transaction monitoring tools. (2,372 words) - [Drift Protocol exploited for $286 million in suspected DPRK-linked attack](/blog/drift-protocol-exploited-for-286-million-in-suspected-dprk-linked-attack.html): Elliptic has identified indicators linking the $286M+ Drift Protocol exploit to the DPRK. Here's what we know and how we're tracking the stolen funds. (1,348 words) - [Elliptic data leads to the shutdown of the two largest online criminal marketplaces of all time](/blog/elliptic-data-telegram-market-takedown/index.html): Elliptic data leads to the shutdown of the two largest online criminal marketplaces of all time, revealing the vulnerability of centralized platforms like Telegram for illicit activities. (1,539 words) - [Turn your blockchain into a compliance-ready network](/solutions/network-integrations/index.html): Accelerate adoption and ensure compliance with fast, scalable blockchain integration backed by industry-leading intelligence and risk insights. (1,220 words) - [Why a comprehensive investigative strategy is crucial to avoid sanctions exposure](/blog/why-a-comprehensive-investigative-strategy-is-crucial-to-avoid-sanctions-exposure.html): In this final blog coinciding with the release of our sanctions report, we reveal how to define your investigative processes in order to stay safe. (1,193 words) - [The hidden patterns in crypto fraud: what happens when you analyze hundreds of cases at once](/blog/the-hidden-patterns-in-crypto-fraud/index.html): Individual crypto fraud investigation can't reveal systematic patterns. Analyzing cases at scale shows shared infrastructure, consolidation points and proactive prevention opportunities. (1,548 words) - [OFAC Sanctions eight Ansarallah (the Houthis) crypto addresses, Increasing pressure on the re-designated Foreign Terror Organization (FTO) and its patron, Iran](/blog/ofac-sanctions-eight-ansarallah-the-houthis-crypto-addresses.html): OFAC sanctions eight Houthi crypto addresses, revealing their extensive use of digital assets to fund operations amid U.S.-Iran tensions. Learn how Elliptic's tools provide critical compliance support. (1,059 words) - [Strengthen unified blockchain compliance](/solutions/crypto-compliance/index.html): Achieve crypto compliance with real-time blockchain risk management, wallet screening, and AML monitoring across 50+ blockchains. (1,694 words) - [Venezuela sanctions: 3 steps for crypto compliance teams](/blog/venezuela-sanctions-steps-for-crypto-compliance-teams.html): Venezuela sanctions could shift following Maduro's arrest. Three steps compliance teams could take to stay prepared as events unfold. (1,622 words) - [New Elliptic Report: Cross-chain money laundering reaches $22 billion](/blog/new-elliptic-report-cross-chain-money-laundering-reaches-22-billion.html): Discover how cross-chain money laundering has surged to $22 billion and how Elliptic's advanced analytics help combat this growing threat in the crypto space. (1,288 words) - [Cross-chain crime surges past $21 billion, Elliptic report reveals](/media-center/cross-chain-crime-surges-past-21-billion-elliptic-report-reveals.html): Elliptic's 2025 state of cross-chain crime report reveals a surge in illicit activities, with criminals moving over $21 billion through decentralized exchanges and cross-chain services. (1,192 words) - [Stablecoin minting and burning: how tokens are created and destroyed](/blockchain-basics/stablecoin-minting-and-burning/index.html): Stablecoin minting creates new tokens when fiat is deposited. Burning destroys tokens when fiat is redeemed. Learn how these processes maintain a $1.00 peg. (1,507 words) - [Elliptic Releases Data Set for Anti-Money Laundering in Bitcoin, Explores New AI Techniques with Research Scientists](/media-center/elliptic-releases-bitcoin-transactions-data/index.html): Elliptic has released the world's largest data set of labeled bitcoin transactions to real entities belonging to licit categories versus illicit ones. (895 words) - [Security & Trust](/company/security/index.html) (743 words) - [How crypto regulation changed in 2025: a global review](/blog/how-crypto-regulation-changed-in-2025/index.html): Crypto regulation moved from enforcement to frameworks in 2025. Our new report covers MiCA, the GENIUS Act and major regulatory developments worldwide. (1,175 words) - [$15 billion seized by US originates from Iran/China bitcoin miner "theft"](/blog/15-billion-us-seizure-reveals-prince-groups-connection-to-iran-china-bitcoin-mining-theft.html): The $15 billion in Bitcoin seized by US authorities from Prince group was stolen from a bitcoin mining business with links to Iran and China. (849 words) - [Blockchain Integration for Network Operators and Foundations](/solutions/blockchain-integration/index.html): Integrate your blockchain with Elliptic to unlock growth, ensure compliance, and gain deep network insights. (1,072 words) - [HashKey Exchange powers explosive growth with Elliptic compliance infrastructure](/media-center/hashkey-scales-with-elliptics-vasp-compliance-infrastructure.html): Elliptic helps HashKey Exchange meet Hong Kong VASP compliance, monitor risk in real time, and scale trading volume past HKD 1.2 trillion. (1,039 words) - [Telegram dark markets expand to fill the gap left by Huione Guarantee](/blog/telegram-dark-markets-expand-to-fill-the-gap-left-by-huione-guarantee.html): Huione Guarantee, the largest illicit marketplace to have ever existed, was shut down by Telegram in May, in response to information provided by Elliptic. Elliptic’s on-chain data shows that the marketplace’s activity has now ceased. Tudou Guarantee marketplace has been the primary winner following Huione Guarantee’s closure, capturing much of its transaction volume. Several other Telegram-based Guarantee marketplaces have also seen user numbers increase. (1,196 words) - [Tudou Guarantee winds down operations after $12 billion in transactions](/blog/tudou-guarantee-winds-down-operations-after-12-billion-in-transactions.html): Tudou Guarantee seems to have ceased operations after having processed $12 billion in illicit transactions. Elliptic traces the marketplace's rise, its ties to Huione and its sudden collapse. (1,219 words) - [Elliptic launches next-generation platform to power the future of digital asset compliance and forensics](/blog/elliptic-launches-new-data-and-intelligence-platform.html): Elliptic launches its next-gen Data and Intelligence Platform with enterprise-grade reliability, 60+ blockchain coverage and cross-chain visibility for the future of finance. (953 words) - [Life at Elliptic](/company/life-at-elliptic/index.html): Everything we do as a company and for our customers is grounded in our values and behaviors. We believe in openness, curiosity, and having a positive impact. (630 words) - [Contact Us](/contact/index.html): If you have a general inquiry for Elliptic, don't hesitate to get in touch. You can contact us by filling out the form on this page. (257 words) - [Research & Analysis](/blog/tag/cross-chain/index.html): Cross-Chain | Stay updated with Elliptic’s blog—insights, trends, and analysis on blockchain, cryptocurrency compliance, and risk management for industry leaders. (209 words) - [US cracks down on Russian bulletproof hosting services enabling cybercrime](/blog/us-cracks-down-on-russian-bulletproof-hosting-services.html): The US has sanctioned Russian bulletproof hosting providers Media Land and Aeza Group's front companies for supporting ransomware operations and cybercrime infrastructure. (1,101 words) - [The stablecoin compliance playbook for stablecoin issuers and financial institutions](/blog/stablecoin-compliance-playbook-for-stablecoin-issuers-and-financial-institutions.html): Elliptic's new report provides a compliance and risk management blueprint for both stablecoin issuers and the financial institutions that serve them.  (1,113 words) - [AML and Compliance for Decentralized Finance (DeFi)](/industries/defi/index.html): Elliptic helps DeFi protocols detect illicit activity, manage AML risks, and build trust with users and regulators through blockchain intelligence. (886 words) - [Our Story](/company/who-we-are/index.html): Since 2013, we've been helping to ensure crypto compliance for businesses trading in the global crypto market. We believe crypto is the future of finance. (308 words) - [Elliptic announces strategic partnership with Toobit to streamline AML compliance](/media-center/elliptic-announces-strategic-partnership-with-toobit-to-streamline-aml-compliance.html): Elliptic partners with Toobit to enhance AML compliance, leveraging advanced blockchain analytics for real-time screening and monitoring of cryptocurrency transactions. (696 words) - [Russia-linked cryptocurrency services and sanctions evasion](/blog/russia-linked-cryptocurrency-services-and-sanctions-evasion.html): Despite growing enforcement, several cryptoasset exchanges continue to enable Russian sanctions evasion through wallet obfuscation and ruble-to-crypto trading. (962 words) - [State of Crypto 2025: The readiness of the digital asset ecosystem](/resources/state-of-crypto-2025/index.html): Explore how financial services organizations globally are gearing up to enhance their digital asset strategies, while uncovering key opportunities, challenges, and future crypto predictions, in Elliptic's latest research. (374 words) - [The typologies report](/resources/the-typologies-report/index.html): Discover key crypto crime trends and learn to combat financial threats with The Typologies Report by Elliptic. Stay ahead with expert insights and practical case studies. Download your copy now. (342 words) ## Resources - [Full Page Index](/index.html): Browse all cached pages with rich metadata - [About This Cache](/content/about.html): Methodology, technical details, and usage guidelines - [XML Sitemap](/content/sitemap.xml): Machine-readable sitemap for crawler discovery - [Robots.txt](/content/robots.txt): Crawler directives