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What is blockchain forensics?​

A subset of digital forensics called blockchain forensics uses blockchain data analysis to look into illegal transactions, fraud and other types of criminal conduct.

Blockchain is a distributed ledger, which makes it a desirable tool for financial transactions and other applications because it records transactions in a transparent and impenetrable manner. Its decentralized and unchangeable character, however, also makes it a desirable venue for illegal activity.

In order to uncover trends and look into illegal activities, blockchain forensics entails the use of specialized tools and procedures to extract and analyze data from the blockchain. This includes looking into blockchain data such as transactions, addresses and other data, as well as locating and tracing people and groups engaged in illegal activity.

Many institutions, including law enforcement agencies and regulatory authorities, are investing in the creation of tools and knowledge in the rapidly expanding field of blockchain forensics. Effective blockchain forensics will likely become even more crucial in the fight against financial crime as the use of blockchain technology continues to grow.

Continue reading: https://cointelegraph.com/explained/how-do-blockchain-forensics-and-asset-tracking-work