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November 21, 2024
Highlights from Seize: London 2024
We recently hosted our first seized asset conference, exploring innovations in asset recovery and celebrating Nick Furneaux’s second book
Company News
October 25, 2024
Virtual Asset Transfer Fundamentals Certification: Skills-based training to handle crypto-assets confidently.
Build confidence in seizing and managing virtual assets with Asset Reality’s Virtual Asset Transfer Certification
Company News
October 22, 2024
Announcing Asset Reality's inaugural seized asset conference Seize: London
Join us for Seize: London on Nov 13th for Asset Reality’s inaugural seized asset conference, and the launch of Nick Furneaux’s next book
Seize and Desist podcast
October 21, 2024
S&D E16 - The Future of Tax Compliance in Cryptocurrency
In this episode, Aidan explores crypto tax compliance and enforcement with Miles Fuller, the director of government solutions at Taxbit
Seize and Desist podcast
October 9, 2024
S&D E15 - Beyond Bars: Fighting Crime Through Asset Forfeiture
In this episode, our US Compliance Officer David Tyree explores the complexities of non-conviction-based forfeiture with host Aidan Larkin
Thought Leadership
October 4, 2024
One Year Later: FATF’s Focus on Asset Recovery
Reflecting on the FATF's commitment to improving global asset recovery one year later.
Education
September 17, 2024
Build confidence in managing virtual assets with our Virtual Asset Transfer Fundamentals Certification
Discover key concepts and practical skills for managing virtual assets in our Virtual Asset Transfer Fundamentals Certification
Education
September 11, 2024
Webinar Recap: Recovering and Managing Seized Assets Effectively
Our webinar saw 285+ sign ups from 150+ public sector agencies in 60+ countries, highlighting a global demand for asset seizure education
Company News
September 11, 2024
Asset Reality and Taxbit Partner to Enhance Digital Asset Seizure and Management
New partnership brings industry-leading expertise and comprehensive asset management solutions to the digital asset seizure lifecycle.
Seize and Desist podcast
August 28, 2024
S&D E14 - Fact vs. fiction: asset seizures in the news
Aidan explores the complexities of crypto seizures with Joanna Summers, our SVP of Client Relations and resident seized asset specialist
Events
July 31, 2024
Seizing digital assets at 8CRC
Aidan Larkin will discuss the challenges and opportunities of seizing digital assets, from pre-seizure to redeployment in covert operations.
Seize and Desist podcast
July 26, 2024
S&D E13 - The role of compliance in asset recovery
Aidan and Kristen Hecht explore asset recovery compliance under FATF, the travel rule, sanctions, stablecoins, and AI-enabled compliance
Seize and Desist podcast
July 25, 2024
Thank you to our Seize & Desist podcast guests
We are beyond grateful for the amazing industry professionals who have joined us on the Seize and Desist podcast
Thought Leadership
July 19, 2024
Aidan Larkin contributes to RUSI commentary on seizing digital assets
Aidan Larkin recently contributed to an article on the challenges of seizing digital assets for the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)
Thought Leadership
July 18, 2024
FATF's latest report shows slow global progress on Recommendation 15
FATF reports slow global progress on AML/CFT measures for virtual assets, with 75% of jurisdictions still partially or non-compliant
Seize and Desist podcast
July 12, 2024
S&D E12 - Exploring tech-driven approaches to asset seizures
Aidan and Geoff White explore technology-enabled money laundering, tracking crypto transactions and the future of AI-driven financial crimes
Seize and Desist podcast
June 28, 2024
S&D E11 - Blockchain analytics in modern asset seizures
Aidan and Gurvais discuss blockchain analytics' role in transforming asset seizures, financial investigations and real-world asset tokens
Seize and Desist podcast
June 14, 2024
S&D E10 - Overcoming obstacles in asset recovery
Aidan discusses cybercrime and asset recovery challenges with Matt O’Neil, former US Secret Service Deputy Special Agent in Charge of Cyber
Seize and Desist podcast
May 31, 2024
S&D E9 - The secret life of digital money
Aidan and David Carlisle explore the different regulatory approaches to digital money laundering outlined in his book The Crypto Launderers
External Podcasts
May 29, 2024
Asset recovery in insolvency with the INSOL Talks podcast
Asset Reality co-founder and CEO Aidan Larkin discusses asset recovery and tracing on the INSOL Talks podcast with Ishana Tripathi
Seize and Desist podcast
May 17, 2024
S&D E8 - The lasting impact of asset seizures
Aidan discusses the impact of asset seizures on criminal behaviour and the secret to IRS-CI's successful crypto seizures with Jarod Koopman
Seize and Desist podcast
May 2, 2024
S&D E7 - Chasing criminals across the blockchain
Aidan and Ari Redbord discuss the role of blockchain analytics in preventing financial crimes, especially those involving mixing services
Events
April 24, 2024
Crypto asset recovery in Saudi Arabia
Asset Reality is delighted to share our crypto asset seizure experiences with Saudi Arabia's Financial Intelligence Unit (SAFIU)
Seize and Desist podcast
April 19, 2024
S&D E6 - The evolution of asset recovery in cryptocurrency
Aidan and Amanda Wick explore the world of crypto asset recovery, the complexities of civil asset forfeiture and and the future of De-Fi
Seize and Desist podcast
April 5, 2024
S&D E5 - Awareness to action: fighting the global pig butchering crisis
Aidan and Erin West explore the real-world consequences of pig butchering and discuss potential ways to fight against this escalating crisis
Seize and Desist podcast
March 29, 2024
S&D E4 - The truth about illicit activity and analytics in crypto (pt. 2 of 2)
Aidan is back with Carole House to dive deeper into the challenges and potential solutions surrounding illicit finance in cryptocurrency
Seize and Desist podcast
March 21, 2024
S&D E3 - The truth about illicit activity and analytics in crypto (pt. 1 of 2)
Aidan discusses digital asset recovery and ransomware with cybersecurity and risk management specialist Carole House (part 1 of 2)
Company News
March 20, 2024
Asset Reality registers as a VASP in the EU
Asset Reality has registered as a Virtual Assets Service Provider and can now provide custody services for digital assets in the EU
Company News
March 19, 2024
Supporting the first asset management unit in The Seychelles
Asset Reality is proud to support the Seychelles as they establish their first Asset Management Unit (AMU)
Seize and Desist podcast
March 13, 2024
S&D E2 - FATF special: inside the world of financial crime and asset recovery
Aidan Larkin and FATF's former executive secretary David Lewis discuss their new focus on asset recovery and the notorious 1% statistic
Thought Leadership
March 11, 2024
JCNSS Report: Asset Reality supports UK's enhanced ransomware strategy
Asset Reality applauds the UK government's commitment to improve training and resources to combat cyber-enabled ransomware
Company News
February 29, 2024
The world's first crypto auction: Asset Reality's origin story
Did you know that a key part of Asset Reality’s origin story took place exactly 5 years ago today?
Seize and Desist podcast
February 28, 2024
S&D E1 - Demystifying the asset recovery sector: separating fact from fiction
Host Aidan Larkin explores the significance of seized asset recovery and the purpose behind the Seize & Desist podcast
External Podcasts
February 27, 2024
International asset forfeiture programs with Chainalysis' Public Key podcast
SVP Joanna Summers discusses the realities of international asset seizures with Ian Andrews, the host of Chainalysis' Public Key podcast
Seize and Desist podcast
February 27, 2024
Introducing Seize & Desist: A new podcast by Asset Reality
Asset Reality is thrilled to announce Seize & Desist, the world's first podcast focused on seized asset recovery.
Thought Leadership
February 9, 2024
Opinion: With great power comes great responsibility
Aidan Larkin highlights a major crypto theft case and Kazakhstan’s progress in crypto regulation as a model for fighting illicit finance
Thought Leadership
December 22, 2023
Managing Seized and Confiscated Assets: A Guide for Practitioners
Co-authored by Asset Reality's SVP of Gov. Relations TJ Abernathy, STAR's new guide offers essential advice for asset recovery practitioners
Thought Leadership
December 19, 2023
Asset Reality provides evidence for the UK's JCNSS report
Asset Reality urges more resources to combat crypto-enabled ransomware in the Joint Committee on National Security Strategy's initial report
External Podcasts
December 4, 2023
All things asset recovery on the Women in Crypto podcast
Asset Reality SVP of Client Relations Joanna Summers discusses asset recovery on the Women in Crypto Podcast with Helen Pugh and Amanda Wick
Thought Leadership
November 29, 2023
Opinion: Accidentally spending millions on RBF charges
Joanna Summers shares her thoughts on the recent case of a Bitcoin user who unintentionally paid $3.1 million in replace-by-fee charges
Thought Leadership
November 22, 2023
Opinion: The great crypto clean-up is certainly underway
Aidan Larkin shares his perspective on the record-breaking $4.3 billion fine and guilty plea from the Former CEO of Binance, Chanpeng Zhao
Thought Leadership
November 3, 2023
FATF's trailblazing new asset recovery standards promise effectiveness
After the latest Plenary, The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) new global asset recovery standards that promise enhanced effectiveness.
Company News
November 2, 2023
Asset Reality partners with Ledger for secure seized asset management
Asset Reality is delighted to add Ledger Enterprise to the range of custody options available on our seized asset management platform
Thought Leadership
October 19, 2023
New approach to digital asset seizures proposed in the UK
The UK government is unveiling a pioneering crime bill to transform the handling of digital assets involved in criminal investigations
Thought Leadership
October 12, 2023
Asset Reality's startup journey with The Ignite Podcast
Asset Reality co-founder & CEO Aidan Larkin explores our start-up journey with Ignite Podcast host Brian Bell
Company News
October 6, 2023
Asset Reality welcomes Chris Tyrer as a Non-Executive Director
Asset Reality is thrilled to welcome Chris Tyrer to our board of directors as a non-executive.
Events
October 4, 2023
Asset Reality at the FATF-Interpol Roundtable Engagement (FIRE II)
Asset Reality was honoured to moderate a panel discussion on global asset recovery at the recent FATF-Interpol Roundtable Engagement
Company News
September 26, 2023
Asset Reality integrates with Fireblocks for digital Asset custody
Asset Reality is delighted to add Fireblocks to the range of custody options available on our seized asset management platform.
Education
August 21, 2023
The Law Commission's report and it's impacts on digital asset recovery
A recent report states that current laws in England & Wales can address digital assets effectively with robust public-private partnerships.
Events
August 5, 2023
Asset recovery best practises in The Caribbean
The Asset Reality team was invited to discuss physical and digital asset recovery best practices at the ARIN-CARIB AGM in the Cayman Islands
Education
October 17, 2024
Build confidence in managing virtual assets with our Virtual Asset Transfer Fundamentals Certification
Education
October 17, 2024
Webinar Recap: Recovering and Managing Seized Assets Effectively
Education
October 17, 2024
The Law Commission's report and it's impacts on digital asset recovery
Events
October 17, 2024
Highlights from Seize: London 2024
Events
October 17, 2024
Seizing digital assets at 8CRC
Events
October 17, 2024
Crypto asset recovery in Saudi Arabia
Events
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality at the FATF-Interpol Roundtable Engagement (FIRE II)
Events
October 17, 2024
Asset recovery best practises in The Caribbean
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
One Year Later: FATF’s Focus on Asset Recovery
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
FATF's latest report shows slow global progress on Recommendation 15
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
Aidan Larkin contributes to RUSI commentary on seizing digital assets
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
JCNSS Report: Asset Reality supports UK's enhanced ransomware strategy
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality provides evidence for the UK's JCNSS report
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
Opinion: With great power comes great responsibility
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
Managing Seized and Confiscated Assets: A Guide for Practitioners
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
Opinion: Accidentally spending millions on RBF charges
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
Opinion: The great crypto clean-up is certainly underway
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
FATF's trailblazing new asset recovery standards promise effectiveness
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
New approach to digital asset seizures proposed in the UK
Thought Leadership
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality's startup journey with The Ignite Podcast
Company News
October 17, 2024
Virtual Asset Transfer Fundamentals Certification: Skills-based training to handle crypto-assets confidently.
Company News
October 17, 2024
Announcing Asset Reality's inaugural seized asset conference Seize: London
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality and Taxbit Partner to Enhance Digital Asset Seizure and Management
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality registers as a VASP in the EU
Company News
October 17, 2024
Supporting the first asset management unit in The Seychelles
Company News
October 17, 2024
The world's first crypto auction: Asset Reality's origin story
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality partners with Ledger for secure seized asset management
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality welcomes Chris Tyrer as a Non-Executive Director
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality integrates with Fireblocks for digital Asset custody
Company News
October 17, 2024
Virtual Asset Transfer Fundamentals Certification: Skills-based training to handle crypto-assets confidently.
Company News
October 17, 2024
Announcing Asset Reality's inaugural seized asset conference Seize: London
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality and Taxbit Partner to Enhance Digital Asset Seizure and Management
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality registers as a VASP in the EU
Company News
October 17, 2024
Supporting the first asset management unit in The Seychelles
Company News
October 17, 2024
The world's first crypto auction: Asset Reality's origin story
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality partners with Ledger for secure seized asset management
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality welcomes Chris Tyrer as a Non-Executive Director
Company News
October 17, 2024
Asset Reality integrates with Fireblocks for digital Asset custody