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Japan is struggling to combat cryptocurrency money laundering and fraud.

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Japan is struggling to combat cryptocurrency money laundering and fraud.
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Tony Kim
November 21, 2024 17:50

Japan’s cryptocurrency ecosystem has been grappling with money laundering and fraud despite its low exposure to global illicit entities. Authorities are stepping up efforts to address these issues.





Japan’s cryptocurrency ecosystem is navigating a complex landscape of money laundering and fraud, despite Japan’s relatively low exposure to global illicit entities. According to a recent report by Chainalytic, Japanese cryptocurrency services primarily target domestic users, which helps limit interaction with international criminal networks. However, the country still faces serious challenges in tackling money laundering and fraud within its borders.

Global trends and regional challenges

The global cryptocurrency market has seen positive developments in 2024, driven by increasing mainstream acceptance and decreasing illicit activities. The influx of legal services has surged, reaching its highest level since 2021. Despite these developments, Japan’s financial intelligence agency JAFIC highlights the ongoing money laundering risks associated with cryptocurrencies. Although Japan’s exposure to international illicit groups is limited, local issues remain important, especially for off-chain criminal groups leveraging cryptocurrencies.

Money laundering through cryptocurrency

Money laundering in the cryptocurrency sector often involves concealing proceeds from darknet markets and on-chain crimes such as ransomware. Cybercriminals use sophisticated techniques to obscure the source and path of funds, creating a challenge for law enforcement. Cryptocurrency-based money laundering includes brokerage wallets, obfuscation services such as mixers and privacy coins, and stablecoins, making tracking illicit activity more complex.

Non-cryptocurrency-based money laundering involves converting the common criminal’s fiat currency into cryptocurrency, complicating the detection process. This method often begins with fiat transactions before converting to cryptocurrency and reflects existing money laundering strategies.

Illegal Activities and Fraud in Japan

Japan faces unique challenges with non-cryptocurrency-based money laundering and fraud. According to Japan’s National Police Agency, fraud cases continue to increase and a significant portion of stolen funds are flowing into cryptocurrency exchanges. Investment fraud and romance fraud based on social media are also on the rise, with scammers using the platform to deceive victims.

Authorities have recognized this threat, leading to discussions on strengthening investigative capabilities and the legal framework to effectively respond to these crimes.

On-chain analysis and future steps

Chainalytic’s on-chain analysis reveals patterns of fraudulent activity, highlighting the use of integrated wallets to raise funds from a variety of sources. This technology complicates tracking efforts but provides valuable insight into the scale of illicit activity. It is estimated that by 2024, significant amounts of Bitcoin and Ethereum will be involved in money laundering and fraud, with significant financial implications.

To combat these evolving threats, law enforcement and compliance teams must adapt to new money laundering strategies and leverage new cryptocurrency services. By understanding these methods, authorities can improve their ability to disrupt illegal activities.

Visit the Chainalytic blog for more insights.

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