The Art of Wallet Fingerprinting

Lifetime

All levels

29 lessons

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64 students

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In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, privacy and security are constantly at odds. This course dives into the cutting-edge techniques of wallet fingerprinting, revealing how even the most “anonymous” transactions can be traced back to real-world identities through transaction patterns, behaviors, and metadata. Whether you’re an investigator, law enforcement officer, or simply someone looking to understand how blockchain forensics work, this course equips you with the skills to uncover hidden connections and identify malicious actors in the crypto space.

Curriculum

8 Sections
29 Lessons
Lifetime

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Section 1: The Crypto Mask – Is Anonymity Really Possible?
Explore the common misconception of complete anonymity in the crypto world and uncover how the transparency of blockchain transactions works against privacy. Delve into the balance between pseudonymity and real-world identity exposure.
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Section 2: The Basics of Wallet Fingerprinting
Learn the fundamentals of wallet fingerprinting and how blockchain forensics track wallet activity through transaction patterns, behaviors, and metadata. Understand how even without KYC, wallets can still be linked to users.
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Section 3: Heuristics and Patterns - Decoding Crypto Behavior
Discover how heuristics and behavior analysis reveal recurring patterns in crypto transactions, offering insights into the habits of users and identifying illicit activities. Understand how repeated actions can serve as red flags in crypto investigations.
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Section 4: Clustering: Grouping Wallets Like a Pro
Unlock the power of clustering algorithms to connect multiple wallets linked to the same individual or entity. Learn how to analyze clusters of related wallets and how they can be used to track criminal activity across different platforms.
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Section 5: Address Attribution – Putting the Puzzle Together
Dive into the techniques of address attribution, where wallet addresses are linked to real-world identities through metadata and transaction histories. Understand how open-source intelligence and advanced AI play a role in making these connections.
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Section 6: Tools of the Trade - Blockchain Forensics Software
Familiarize yourself with the leading blockchain forensics tools that make wallet fingerprinting possible, including Chainalysis, TRM Labs, and Elliptic. Learn how to use these powerful platforms to track crypto transactions and uncover illicit behavior.
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Section 7: The Ethics and Legalities of Wallet Fingerprinting
Understand the fine line between ensuring security and respecting privacy in the world of crypto forensics. Examine the legal frameworks and ethical dilemmas surrounding wallet tracking and how to conduct investigations within the bounds of the law.
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Section 8: From Investigation to Identification - Real-World Applications
Gain practical insights into how wallet fingerprinting is used in real-world cases by law enforcement, exchanges, and financial institutions. Learn how these techniques are applied to solve crypto crimes and how to navigate the future of wallet tracking in a post-KYC world.
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