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How BlockDivers Finds Stolen Crypto — What We Do & How We Do It

ByFlorida Dan

The BLUF

BlockDivers is a blockchain intelligence and investigations firm. We trace digital assets across chains, identify the people and entities behind the wallets, and help clients and counsel recover funds. We combine on‑chain forensics, OSINT tradecraft, and legal process to move cases from “unknown wallet” to court‑ready evidence and, ultimately, enforcement.

Why BlockDivers exists

Crypto has unlocked incredible innovation—and a playground for fraudsters. When money moves at the speed of the internet, victims need investigators who can move just as fast, understand the tech, and translate findings into outcomes in court or at an exchange. That’s our lane.

Who we help

  • Victims & families of crypto scams and investment frauds
  • Law firms & general counsel preparing litigation, recovery, or settlements
  • Exchanges & fintechs needing outside forensics and risk review
  • Funds, family offices, and enterprises conducting due diligence
  • Regulators & law enforcement partners (select engagements)

What we do

  1. Crypto Asset Tracing & Recovery
    End‑to‑end investigations from first loss to recovery planning. We follow funds across chains, mixers, bridges, and DEXs; identify off‑ramps; and package the evidence for subpoenas, asset‑freeze applications, turnover orders, or negotiated settlement with counterparties.
  2. Forensic Reports & Expert Testimony
    Court‑ready reports with exhibits, data provenance, and methodology. We support counsel through discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial.
  3. Incident Response (Ransomware, Account Takeovers, Scam Playbooks)
    Rapid triage, wallet containment guidance, and exchange notifications. We map the flow, coordinate with counsel, and prepare exchange‑specific evidence packets.
  4. Compliance & Risk Reviews
    KYT/KYC program reviews, exposure mapping to sanctioned or high‑risk services, and internal investigations/support for SAR narratives.
  5. Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) & Intelligence
    Pre‑transaction checks on counterparties, projects, and key individuals with on‑chain and off‑chain correlation.

How we do it (in plain English)

1) Intake & Preservation
We secure the facts fast: wallet addresses, transaction records, screenshots, communications, and device metadata—then preserve them with clear chain‑of‑custody.

2) On‑Chain Forensics (Multi‑Chain)
We analyze transactions across major L1/L2 networks and sidechains. Techniques include clustering, flow/taint analysis, peel chains, DEX pathing, bridge hop detection, and temporal patterning.

3) Cross‑Chain & Off‑Ramp Mapping
We identify likely off‑ramps—centralized exchanges, OTC desks, payment processors—and compile the exact evidence those platforms need to act (TXIDs, timestamps, memos/tags, inbound/outbound hops).

4) Attribution via OSINT
We correlate wallets with open‑source intelligence: forum handles, marketplace listings, domain and social footprints, historical leaks, and infrastructure clues. When appropriate, we conduct discreet outreach and deconflict with counsel and partners.

5) Legal Pathway & Enforcement Support
We work with your attorneys to translate findings into action: subpoenas, MLAT/letters rogatory support, preservation requests, and freeze/turnover strategies. Where possible, we leverage existing exchange relationships and standardized evidence packs to accelerate responses.

6) Reporting & Testimony
We deliver a clear narrative, exhibits, and reproducible methods—built to withstand scrutiny. We can brief investigators, regulators, or the court as needed.

7) Hardening & Prevention
Post‑incident, we help clients lock down their crypto footprint, update processes, and adopt monitoring for early‑warning signals.

What we won’t do: We never hack, buy stolen data, or operate in legal gray zones. Precision, ethics, and admissibility beat theatrics.

What a typical case looks like

  1. Day 0–2: Triage. Intake, evidence lock‑down, seed wallet map, immediate preservation requests to likely off‑ramps.
  2. Week 1: Trace & Attribute. Full flow map, cross‑chain pathing, attribution hypotheses, and initial legal options memo.
  3. Weeks 2–4: Process & Action. Subpoena packages, exchange liaison, and—if warranted—applications for freeze/turnover or settlement outreach.
  4. Ongoing: Recovery & Reporting. Evidence updates, strategy adjustments, expert support, and post‑recovery hardening.

Timelines vary by fact pattern, jurisdiction, and counterparty responsiveness.

Why clients choose BlockDivers

  • National‑security‑grade tradecraft. Our team blends blockchain forensics, financial crimes investigation, and OSINT.
  • Cross‑border experience. We’re comfortable working across jurisdictions and time zones with counsel and partners.
  • Outcome focus. We design engagements to move the needle: freeze, recover, settle—or build leverage to get there.
  • Court‑ready rigor. Every chart and claim ties back to verifiable data and reproducible methods.
  • Discretion. Sensitive matters stay that way. We operate with need‑to‑know discipline.

Engagement options & pricing

  • Emergency Incident Response (Flat‑Fee Triage): 24–48 hour rapid assessment and action plan.
  • Fixed‑Scope Forensic Report: Defined questions, defined deliverables, court‑ready exhibits.
  • Ongoing Investigation Retainer: Complex, multi‑party, or cross‑border matters.
  • Success‑based components: Where permitted by law and appropriate to the matter.

We’ll scope your case in a short call and match the model to your objectives.

If you’ve been scammed, do this now

  1. Stop transacting with the attacker. Don’t send “unlock” or “tax” payments.
  2. Preserve everything. Export TXIDs, addresses, chats, emails, screenshots, and any KYC you sent.
  3. Record the timeline. What happened, when, and who said what.
  4. Contact exchanges immediately. File support tickets with TXIDs and wallet addresses; ask for preservation.
  5. Call professionals. An investigator and an attorney working in tandem will save time and increase your odds.

Let’s talk

If you’re counsel preparing a case—or a victim who needs a plan—reach out. A short scoping call will tell us whether we can help and what it would take.

Email: dan@blockdivers.com
Website: www.blockdivers.com

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