According to Chainalysis, in the latest episode of the Public Key podcast, Siren CEO John Randles sits down with Chainalysis CMO Ian Andrews to discuss how Siren’s investigative platform is revolutionizing the fight against international crypto crime.
Integration of the digital battlefield
The conversation delves into the challenges law enforcement faces due to outdated technology stacks that hinder their ability to investigate sophisticated international criminal organizations. Randles explains how Siren’s platform integrates multiple data sources, including blockchain and social media, to streamline complex investigations. He emphasizes the importance of having cutting-edge tools to keep up with the evolving nature of global crime.
Key Insights from the Episode
Randles emphasizes the increasing complexity of criminal investigations and the need for advanced tools. He says 92% of law enforcement analysts are dissatisfied with their current technology, and it can take up to 18 months to train new recruits. Siren aims to alleviate these issues by providing a comprehensive investigative platform that seamlessly integrates diverse data sources.
Randles also discusses significant technological changes in criminal investigations, noting that “the sophistication of how criminals can hide their fingerprints through digital footprints has now become incredibly sophisticated.”
Minute by minute analysis
- 2: Introducing Siren and Improving the Law Enforcement Analyst Experience
- 6: Challenges to modern police investigations due to the rise of social and cryptocurrencies
- 13: Founding a technology company in Galway, Ireland and raising VC funding
- 18: Data Processing Challenges Facing Law Enforcement Agencies
- 22: Using AI to help explain knowledge graphs to law enforcement
- 26: Understanding Police Intelligence from Strategic to Tactical
- 29: Evolution of criminal activity over the past decade
- 33: The Future of Sirens and the Evolution of AI and Data
Related Materials
Chainalysis provides additional resources to complement this episode of the Public Key Podcast, providing more insight into the tools and strategies used to combat international cryptocurrency crime.
conclusion
This episode highlights the critical role advanced investigative platforms like Siren play in modern law enforcement. By integrating multiple data sources and using AI, Siren enhances law enforcement’s ability to combat increasingly sophisticated criminal activity. As international crime continues to evolve, platforms like Siren will be indispensable in integrating the digital battlefield.
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