Seize & Desist

“The day will come that the world will begin to tokenise other real-world assets.” In this episode, Aidan is joined by Gurvais Grigg, Chainalysis's Global Public Sector Chief Technology Officer and a former Assistant Director at the FBI.  Together, they examine how blockchain analytics is transforming asset seizure practices by providing law enforcement with crucial new insights for financial...

“You have to fight AI with AI.” In this episode, we're bringing you a special conversation with Matt O’Neil, co-founder and partner at 50H Consulting and former Deputy Special Agent in Charge of Cyber at the US Secret Service. Matt shares his unique insights and experiences with our host, Aidan Larkin. Together, they delve into the challenges of asset recovery and forfeiture, especially those conc...

“As long as you have these continued gaps in the global regulatory framework around crypto, it’s…too easy for criminals to launder funds.” In this episode, recorded on April 30th, Aidan and David discuss everything from his early encounters with crypto and his journey into the space to the insights on the evolution of crypto crime shared in his book, ‘The Crypto Launderers’. Together, they explore...

“The speed at which this happens is faster than anything we’ve seen before.” In this episode, Seize & Desist host Aidan Larkin is joined by Jarod Koopman, the Executive Director of Cyber and Forensic Services at IRS Criminal Investigations. As the only federal law enforcement agency to focus completely on fighting financial crimes, IRS Criminal Investigations has seized more digital assets tha...

“Crypto will be a piece in almost every investigation.” In this episode, Ari and Aidan explore the pivotal role of blockchain analytics in crime prevention.  They delve into why traceable technologies like the blockchain appeal to both criminals and law enforcement agencies, shedding light on how mixing services can facilitate money laundering and examining the evolution of digital currency i...

“Crypto exposed every crack in an undereducated, underutilised system.” In this episode, recorded on the 15th of February, Aidan and Amanda delve into the world of digital asset recovery, exploring the complexities of civil forfeiture and the use of cryptocurrency to finance terrorism. Drawing from her extensive background in policy, enforcement and legal affairs, Amanda offers valuable insights i...

“This is a massive romance investment scam that is bleeding the world of its money.” On the 27th of February 2024, Asset Reality’s co-founder and CEO Aidan Larkin had the opportunity to sit down with Erin West to explore the real-world consequences of cyber-enabled crimes like pig butchering. In this eye-opening conversation, Erin exposes the industrial scale of pig butchering sweatshops, revealin...

“The fact that criminals now, a decade and a half into this ecosystem existing, can still successfully launder on a public ledger is kind of horrifying” In this sequel episode of "Seize & Desist," Aidan Larkin is back with cybersecurity expert Carole House to continue their discussion on the challenges and potential solutions surrounding illicit finance in the crypto sector.  They delve i...

“Blockchain analytics firms only capture a floor of illicit activity, not the ceiling” In this insightful episode of "Seize & Desist," Aidan Larkin hosts cybersecurity expert Carole House for a rich discussion on the complexities of digital assets, cryptocurrency, and the pressing issue of ransomware. As a veteran in the field, Carole shares her unique perspective on the growth of crypto-relat...

“If it doesn't bang or bleed, no one's doing anything about it.” In this episode of "Seize & Desist", Aidan Larkin sits down with David Lewis , Managing Director and Global Head of AML Advisory at Kroll , former Executive Secretary of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and leading figure in the battle against global financial crimes.  They address the notorious 1% statistic, the chall...

In this inaugural episode of "Seize & Desist" host Aidan Larkin (Co-Founder & CEO of Asset Reality ) presents a compelling perspective on the challenges and significance of asset recovery.  This field might fly under the radar of mainstream discussions, yet it has an enormous impact on societal funding for essential services like healthcare, education, and infrastructure. With less th...