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What is asset tracing?

Asset tracing & crypto forensic investigations

Foreus Intelligence GmbH specializes in asset tracing and crypto-forensic investigations to uncover hidden assets, illegal financial flows, and complex money laundering structures. In an increasingly digitized financial world, where assets are obscured through international networks and blockchain technologies, we provide precise and discreet solutions for tracing funds and digital assets.

Our asset tracing and cryptoforensics services include

Our asset tracing and cryptoforensics services include

– Asset tracing: Identification and location of physical and digital assets worldwide, including real estate, bank accounts, shareholdings and offshore structures.

Cryptoforensic analyses: Tracking of cryptocurrency transactions (e.g. Bitcoin, Ethereum) to detect money laundering, fraud and illegal financing.

Analysis of complex financial flows: deciphering nested corporate structures and transaction networks to identify cash flows across different jurisdictions.

– Investigation of financial crimes: Uncovering insider trading, tax evasion, corruption and asset transfers as part of white-collar crime investigations.

– Support in legal proceedings: Providing forensic reports and evidence for court proceedings, asset recovery processes and compliance audits.

Darknet and DeFi analyses: Identification of illegal financial activities in decentralized financial markets and hard-to-access digital ecosystems.

Case studies

#1 Crypto fraud

A FinTech company discovered unusual activity in its cryptocurrency transactions that could indicate internal fraud.

Foreus was commissioned to conduct an in-depth investigation to clarify the suspicious transactions and the parties behind them. The investigation included detailed blockchain analysis to identify the source and destination of the questionable transfers.

By analyzing the blockchain data, Foreus was able to identify the wallet addresses involved and trace the suspicious transactions back to an external hacker. The hacker had gained access to internal systems through social engineering and was able to carry out the cryptocurrency transactions.

CUSTOMER ADVANTAGE

Thanks to Foreus’ quick resolution of the case, the company was able to prevent further fraudulent withdrawals. Findings from the investigation were used to strengthen security protocols and train employees on how to safely handle sensitive information. Foreus’ intervention also enabled prompt reporting to regulators, helping to maintain corporate integrity in the FinTech industry.

#2 Audit for crypto exchange

After a leading crypto exchange discovered irregularities in its transaction logs, it commissioned Foreus to conduct a security audit to determine the causes and improve the security of its platform.

Foreus commissioned its team of crypto forensics experts to conduct a comprehensive review of platform security, transaction history, and wallet integrities. The audit covered the physical hardware, software infrastructure, and application security protocols and cryptographic procedures.

The audit found that vulnerabilities in the API security of third-party integrations allowed unauthorized access. In addition, opportunities for improvement were identified in user authentication and the internal protocols for monitoring and alerting.

CUSTOMER ADVANTAGE

The crypto exchange was able to strengthen its security architecture with the insights and recommendations provided by Foreus, thereby strengthening user trust in the platform. The implementation of the proposed measures resulted in a significant reduction in the risk of future security breaches and strengthened the exchange’s market position as a trusted authority for crypto trading.

#3 Investment fraud

A client visited Foreus after investing significant sums in a supposedly profitable investment company, which then unexpectedly broke contact and stopped making the agreed payouts.

Foreus’ investigative team conducted a comprehensive review of the company’s background, including analysis of annual reports, financial records and communications with management. The authenticity of the investment opportunity was critically assessed with the help of expert knowledge in the financial sector and the latest analysis techniques.

Foreus’ investigation revealed that the investment company was in fact a Ponzi scheme. The evidence collected allowed the client to take legal action, which resulted in the closure of the fraudulent operation and the arrest of those responsible.

CUSTOMER ADVANTAGE

Thanks to Foreu’s swift action and thorough investigation, the customer was not only able to uncover the fraud, but also recover part of his invested capital. The detailed educational work also helped him to improve his risk management strategies and to make future investment decisions on a well-founded basis.

#4 Crypto fraud

An investor discovered that a significant amount of cryptocurrencies had been stolen from his wallet. The encrypted and complex transaction chains made it difficult to trace the stolen assets.

Foreus blockchain analysts tracked the stolen cryptocurrencies using advanced software. The transactions were traced to several barter exchange platforms and some darknet marketplaces.

Foreus’ investigation revealed a number of crypto wallets that were linked to illegal activities. Foreus then worked with various crypto exchanges to freeze these accounts.

CUSTOMER ADVANTAGE

Thanks to Foreus’ precise investigations and the investor’s quick response, part of the lost assets were recovered. The investor also received relevant advice from Foreus on how to secure his digital assets and preventative measures to prevent future thefts. The case highlights the importance of strengthening security protocols in digital asset management and strategic monitoring

Intelligence & Investigation

By utilizing state-of-the-art analytical tools, blockchain forensics, and traditional intelligence work, Foreus enables the tracing of assets even in the most complex global networks. Our work provides legally sound findings that are crucial for the recovery of assets and the investigation of financial crime.
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