{"id":6939,"date":"2025-03-04T14:04:59","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T13:04:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/blogs\/"},"modified":"2026-06-24T23:13:23","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T21:13:23","slug":"blogs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/blogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Blogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Deepfake crypto fraud: why fakes now look truly real<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\tA well-known public figure promoting crypto in a video they never recorded. Learn the signals that reveal deepfake crypto fraud and what to do when you have doubts.\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Contra-expertise in a crypto dispute: when a second opinion counts<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Pig butchering explained: how this crypto scam works<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Wallet investigation after theft: what your transactions reveal<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Crypto assets and your tax return: substantiating origin for the tax office<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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How a blockchain transaction is investigated: from address to evidence<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\tWhat does a crypto expert do in a court case? Read how an independent specialist interprets blockchain evidence in civil, criminal and tax proceedings, without passing a legal judgement.\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Recognise a crypto investment scam before it is too late<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Crypto stolen? The first steps to trace your coins<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Insights on crypto, fraud and blockchain from the Paucitas blog<\/h2>

These insights on crypto, fraud and blockchain are written from daily practice at Paucitas<\/strong>. On this page, our team shares articles on crypto investigation, blockchain investigation and the wider world of digital assets, so international readers can orient themselves in a sector that keeps moving. Each post is built around real signals we see across our services<\/a>, from investment fraud and boiler room scams to wallet tracing and source of funds questions. The tone stays accessible and concrete, because clarity matters more than jargon.<\/p>

Across the blog you will find recurring topics on insights on crypto, fraud and blockchain that matter to victims, lawyers and compliance teams. Articles cover pig butchering schemes, romance scams, wallet hacks<\/strong>, recovery of crypto access, on chain forensics and the way authorities classify these cases under European frameworks such as MiCA<\/a>, the FATF guidance on virtual assets<\/a> and DAC8<\/a>. We connect the technical layer with the legal and financial context, so that a single piece can be useful for a private individual, a counsel preparing a file, or a finance team mapping risk.<\/p>

Every article is written by our own team<\/a> of investigators and specialists, never automated. Therefore, each piece reflects the way Paucitas approaches a case from intake to report. The blog also explains, step by step, how we handle situations in which victims of fraud, attorneys or companies ask for our help. Curious to see how a Paucitas case starts, what a deliverable looks like or how cross border requests are handled? You will find articles that walk through these questions with concrete examples and recurring patterns from our work.<\/p>

For readers outside the Netherlands, the blog also functions as a reference on insights on crypto, fraud and blockchain in a European setting. We touch on how Dutch and EU regulators interact, why Amsterdam<\/a> is a relevant hub for blockchain investigation, and how reporting standards differ from one jurisdiction to the next. If you want a quick orientation, the In brief block below summarises the topics covered, and the Key terms section explains the vocabulary you will see across our articles on fraud and blockchain. For case specific questions, you can always reach our team via the contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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In brief: Paucitas blogs<\/h2>
  • The Paucitas blogs offer current<\/strong> insights on blockchain, crypto fraud, investment fraud and regulation around digital assets.<\/li>
  • We publish case studies, legal updates and background articles based on our own investigations and public sources.<\/li>
  • Our articles target individuals, lawyers, trustees and companies who want to deepen their knowledge of crypto and blockchain.<\/li>
  • Topics include pig butchering, boiler room fraud, source of wealth, Box 3 and DAC8.<\/li>
  • New blogs appear regularly; for substantive questions you can always contact us via the contact page.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Key terms<\/h2>

    Crypto fraud<\/strong> is a collective term for deception involving digital assets, from pig butchering to boiler room schemes.<\/p>

    Investment fraud<\/strong> covers fraudulent investment schemes that often use crypto as means or end.<\/p>

    Pig butchering<\/strong> is a form of long-running deception in which trust is built before the victim is persuaded to deposit on a fake investment platform.<\/p>

    Blockchain investigation<\/strong> is the systematic analysis of on-chain transactions to determine ownership, origin and destination of digital assets.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Frequently asked questions about insights on crypto, fraud and blockchain<\/h2>

    How often does Paucitas publish insights on crypto, fraud and blockchain?<\/strong> New articles appear regularly, usually when a development in legislation, enforcement or fraud patterns deserves attention. We prioritise quality over volume, so each post is grounded in our own casework or carefully sourced public information.<\/p>

    Who writes these articles on fraud and blockchain?<\/strong> Every post is written by our own investigators, analysts and specialists. No automation, no ghost writers. This keeps the content close to practice and lets us share concrete examples while protecting client confidentiality.<\/p>

    Are the insights on crypto, fraud and blockchain relevant outside the Netherlands?<\/strong> Yes. Although Paucitas is based in Amsterdam, most fraud schemes we cover operate across borders. We touch on European frameworks such as MiCA, the FATF Travel Rule and DAC8, and we explain how reporting and recovery processes differ between jurisdictions.<\/p>

    Can I use blog content in legal or compliance work?<\/strong> The blog is informational and does not replace tailored advice. However, lawyers, compliance officers and journalists regularly use our articles for background, terminology and to understand emerging fraud patterns. For case specific support, you can contact our team directly.<\/p>

    How do I stay up to date on insights on crypto, fraud and blockchain?<\/strong> The easiest way is to revisit the blog overview. We also recommend reviewing our services page and the contact channels listed on this site, so you know where to turn if you encounter a suspicious situation in your own network.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Furthermore, on this page Paucitas regularly shares articles about crypto investigation. Moreover, we explore the blockchain world through expert analyses. In addition, our researchers explain practical cases in clear language. Therefore, our blogs cover topics such as crypto fraud, blockchain analysis, and wallet investigation. As a result, you stay informed about a sector that evolves rapidly. Above all, our blogs help you understand crypto investigation step by step. Specifically, every article reflects how our team works.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"site-sidebar-layout":"no-sidebar","site-content-layout":"page-builder","ast-site-content-layout":"full-width-container","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"disabled","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"disabled","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"default","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6939","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6939","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6939"}],"version-history":[{"count":58,"href":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6939\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9491,"href":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6939\/revisions\/9491"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/paucitas.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6939"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}