Nick Furneaux, a renowned figure in digital forensics and cryptocurrency investigations, joins the Forensic Focus podcast. He shares his journey into the world of digital forensics, his work on covert data extraction tools, and his development of expertise in memory and cryptocurrency forensics.
The conversation explores Nick's new book, 'There's No Such Thing as Crypto Crime,' and the importance of discovering and properly investigating cryptocurrency-related activities within the broader context of traditional criminal investigations.
Nick emphasizes the need for effective discovery tools for forensic investigators and highlights the evolving role of cryptocurrencies in various types of crimes. The discussion also touches on the personal impact of crime on victims and the importance of multi-disciplinary investigative teams.
#cryptocrime #cryptocurrency #dfir #digitalforensics
00:00 Introduction to Nick Furneaux
01:19 Nick's Journey into Digital Forensics
02:52 Early Forensic Tools and Techniques
05:01 Transition to Cryptocurrency Investigations
06:44 Challenges in Modern Forensics
12:20 The Need for Better Discovery Tools
21:26 Cryptocurrency in Criminal Investigations
31:51 Integration of Forensic Specializations
34:30 Crypto Crime and Publicity
35:24 Operation Shamrock and Romance Scams
39:52 Victims and Perpetrators of Scam Farms
41:11 The Human Impact of Forensic Investigations
53:45 The Future of Cryptocurrency
58:51 Concluding Thoughts and Recommendations
Show Notes
Seize and Desist Podcast - https://www.listennotes.com/de/podcasts/seize-desist/ep-17-theres-no-such-thing-AVZjDxJG7rp
There's no such Thing As Crypto Crime - https://www.amazon.co.uk/There%E2%80%B2s-Such-Thing-Crypto-Crime/dp/1394164823
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