Crypto Crime - No Such Thing?

Forensic Focus

Nick Furneaux, a renowned figure in digital forensics and cryptocurrency investigations, joins the Forensic Focus podcast. He shares his journey into the world of digital forensics, his work on covert data extraction tools, and his development of expertise in memory and cryptocurrency forensics.

The conversation explores Nick's new book, 'There's No Such Thing as Crypto Crime,' and the importance of discovering and properly investigating cryptocurrency-related activities within the broader context of traditional criminal investigations.

Nick emphasizes the need for effective discovery tools for forensic investigators and highlights the evolving role of cryptocurrencies in various types of crimes. The discussion also touches on the personal impact of crime on victims and the importance of multi-disciplinary investigative teams.

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00:00 Introduction to Nick Furneaux

01:19 Nick's Journey into Digital Forensics

02:52 Early Forensic Tools and Techniques

05:01 Transition to Cryptocurrency Investigations

06:44 Challenges in Modern Forensics

12:20 The Need for Better Discovery Tools

21:26 Cryptocurrency in Criminal Investigations

31:51 Integration of Forensic Specializations

34:30 Crypto Crime and Publicity

35:24 Operation Shamrock and Romance Scams

39:52 Victims and Perpetrators of Scam Farms

41:11 The Human Impact of Forensic Investigations

53:45 The Future of Cryptocurrency

58:51 Concluding Thoughts and Recommendations

Show Notes

Seize and Desist Podcast - https://www.listennotes.com/de/podcasts/seize-desist/ep-17-theres-no-such-thing-AVZjDxJG7rp

There’s no such Thing As Crypto Crime - https://www.amazon.co.uk/There%E2%80%B2s-Such-Thing-Crypto-Crime/dp/1394164823