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Welcome to our blog! Here we regularly publish in-depth analyses, the latest news and in-depth research from the world of cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology and digital finance.

The dubious role of OpenPayd as a payment service provider
OpenPayd is coming under increasing criticism: frozen accounts, a lack of transparency and links to dubious crypto offers. Find out why the payment service provider is considered dodgy and how Crypto Investigation helps those affected to enforce their claims.
Retrieve cryptos
Crypto recovery, asset recovery
Victims of fraud usually rightly ask themselves whether they can recover the lost assets. In principle, crypto transfers confirmed in the blockchain cannot be reversed. However, there are exceptions and ways to get back the money you thought you had lost.
Rug Pull
Rug pull for useless meme coins
"Rug pull" refers to a fraudulent approach in which investors are suddenly and unexpectedly robbed of their investment basis. This form of fraud occurs in particular in connection with cryptocurrency investments.
MaskEX
Crypto exchange MaskEX
MaskEX is a new crypto exchange founded in 2021. Customer-friendly and efficient
Crypto forensics at the police
Crypto fraud - sluggish investigating authorities - help from crypto forensics
Crypto fraud is increasing rapidly - but investigating authorities often act too slowly. Crypto forensics creates transparency and supports victims in the investigation.
HTX (formerly Huobi)
Crypto exchange HTX (formerly Huobi)
HTX (formerly Huobi) is one of the largest crypto exchanges in the world - with a broad trading offering, high security and global reach.
Sol
Solana (SOL) Coin
Solana is one of the fastest and most cost-effective blockchains - ideal for DeFi, NFTs and Web3 with great future potential.
Octopus
Security incident at the Kraken crypto exchange in July 2025
Kraken is one of the largest crypto exchanges in the world - but the security incident in July 2025 shows how vulnerable even market leaders remain.
Vulnerabilities and security risks in the Tron network
Tron is technically convincing, but harbours considerable risks. We help to analyse losses and track assets in a targeted manner.
Alleged anonymity at the crypto exchange Bithide
Bithide advertises its alleged anonymity - but a lack of regulation and transparency make the platform risky for users.
Tether invests in Crystal Intelligence
Tether is investing in the blockchain analysis company Crystal Intelligence, thereby sending a clear signal in favour of greater transparency, compliance and innovation in the crypto market. The partnership could strengthen investor confidence and create new standards for security and regulation.
Decision of the Braunschweig Higher Regional Court on Bitcoin theft on 11 July 2025
On 11 July 2025, the Braunschweig Higher Regional Court ruled that Bitcoin is not 'property' within the meaning of Section 242 of the German Criminal Code (StGB) - and therefore not subject to classic theft. Instead, the focus shifts to the criminal offence of computer fraud. The decision has a signalling effect for the future treatment of digital assets in German criminal law.
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