U.S. Moves to Sever Huione Group Over Money Laundering Concerns

On May 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) took a decisive step against Cambodia-based Huione Group, identifying it as a “financial institution of primary money laundering concern” under Section 311 of the USA PATRIOT Act. This move, if finalized, would effectively cut Huione Group off from the U.S. financial …

Who Will Handle Digital Asset Cases After the NCET Shutdown?

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially disbanded its National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET), signaling a dramatic shift in how the federal government will approach digital asset cases going forward. This move, ordered by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and aligned with President Donald Trump’s deregulatory agenda, marks the end of a centralized federal …

Understanding Blockchain Intelligence

Blockchain intelligence has emerged as a critical discipline for tracing cryptocurrency transactions and combating financial crimes in decentralized ecosystems. This technology enables investigators to follow digital asset flows across borders while providing courts with forensic evidence to support cross-border judgment enforcement – a specialty central to Block Divers’ mission of securing global judgment recognition. Understanding …

The Rising Tide of Crypto Hacks: BlockDivers Mission

The cryptocurrency and digital asset industry is at a pivotal moment. With groundbreaking developments like BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETFs, the tokenization of Real-World Assets (RWAs), and the rise of stablecoin transactions, the market is rapidly evolving. By the end of 2024, the total market capitalization of crypto reached $3.2 trillion, with DeFi’s total value locked (TVL) …

The Italian Secret: A Flat Tax for new UHNW residents

Italy’s flat tax regime for new residents has emerged as a pivotal tool for attracting ultra high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) seeking tax efficiency without sacrificing the Mediterranean lifestyle. Introduced in 2017 and significantly updated in 2024, this policy offers a streamlined fiscal framework for foreign-sourced income, positioning Italy as a competitive destination for global elites. Below, …

Iranian Behrouz Parsarad Sanctioned: A Landmark Action Against Global Fentanyl Trade

In a significant move against illicit online drug trafficking, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned Behrouz Parsarad, the Iran-based administrator of the darknet marketplace Nemesis. This action marks a pivotal moment in the fight against global narcotics trade, particularly fentanyl trafficking into the United States. Nemesis, established in …

De-Pins: Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks

Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePINs) represent a groundbreaking approach to managing and operating physical infrastructure by leveraging blockchain technology and decentralized frameworks. As of February 2025, DePINs have gained significant traction, with over 650 projects in development and a collective valuation exceeding $20 billion What are DePINs? DePINs are innovative systems that combine the strengths …

Crypto Boom 2.0: Crypto in a Trump/DOGE Economy

Proposed Changes Under Review The Trump administration is considering several significant changes to cryptocurrency regulations and policies, which could dramatically reshape the crypto landscape in the United States. Zero Capital Gains Tax on U.S.-Based Cryptocurrencies One of the most impactful proposals under consideration is the elimination of capital gains tax on U.S.-based cryptocurrencies. This would apply …

The DeepSeek Disruption: How a Chinese AI Startup Shook the US Stock Market

The artificial intelligence (AI) landscape experienced a seismic shift on January 27, 2025, when DeepSeek, a relatively unknown Chinese startup, unveiled its R1 AI model. This groundbreaking development sent shockwaves through the global tech industry and caused significant turbulence in the US stock market. Let’s delve into the details of this disruptive event and its …

Salt Typhoon Part II: A Growing Threat in Cyber-Espionage

Recent investigations and updates have shed more light on Salt Typhoon, a sophisticated Chinese state-sponsored hacking group that has been targeting critical telecommunications infrastructure and other sectors worldwide. The group’s activities, already labeled as one of the most severe cyber threats of the decade, continue to unfold with new revelations about their operations, methods, and …

Salt Typhoon: A Storm is Coming

In the evolving landscape of global cybersecurity, state-sponsored cyberattacks have emerged as a significant concern. Among the most sophisticated of these threat actors is Salt Typhoon, a Chinese state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) group engaged in cyberespionage. Since its emergence in 2020, Salt Typhoon has targeted critical infrastructure, focusing primarily on telecommunications and internet service …

How will the Trump election victory impact our Economy?

Waking up this morning for most American’s felt like a victory, or a punch in the gut. This election broke records for early voters as well as demographic splits in nearly every category. Let’s take a look at what matters; how will it impact the economy? As Donald Trump returns to office, investors, businesses, and …