Andrew Aleksandrov

Andrew Aleksandrov is CCO and Partner at AMLBot, where he leads commercial strategy, enterprise sales, and partnerships. With a background in banking and an MBA, he writes about crypto compliance, blockchain analytics, and financial crime.

Bermuda's Strategic Approach to Crypto Business Regulation: A Comprehensive Overview

Bermuda's Strategic Approach to Crypto Business Regulation: A Comprehensive Overview

The Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) recently outlined its sophisticated framework for crypto regulation, demonstrating why this jurisdiction is emerging as a premier destination for digital asset businesses. During an exclusive webinar, BMA representatives detailed their innovative approach to oversight and licensing in the crypto sector. Strategic Regulatory Framework At the

Comprehensive Analysis of Stablecoin Transfers, Compliance, and Ecosystem Dynamics

Comprehensive Analysis of Stablecoin Transfers, Compliance, and Ecosystem Dynamics

For more insights into stablecoin market dynamics, you may also be interested in our previous report analyzing illicit activity patterns in USDT and USDC transactions. Download Full Report 1.Abstract 2.Scope of Research In this report the following three top stable coins are analyzed: USDT, USDC and BUSD. In

Hacked by a Dream Job: A Case Study on Web3 Job Scams

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Hacked by a Dream Job: A Case Study on Web3 Job Scams

"Finally, I've got the job…No, you just got scammed :(" For many, receiving an offer is a moment of excitement. It's the recognition of skills, the chance for new prospects, and even the start of a dream career. But what happens when that dream

Pig Butchering Crypto Scam: Real Case, Red Flags, and Recovery Steps

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Pig Butchering Crypto Scam: Real Case, Red Flags, and Recovery Steps

In November 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice established a dedicated Scam Center Strike Force — an interagency task force specifically targeting Southeast Asian scam operations. By the time of its announcement, the Strike Force had already seized over $401 million in cryptocurrency and was pursuing an additional $80 million

AMLBot and Notabene Join Forces to Strengthen Crypto Security and Compliance

AMLBot and Notabene Join Forces to Strengthen Crypto Security and Compliance

We are excited to announce a new strategic partnership between AMLBot and Notabene, uniting two industry professionals to help businesses and individuals meet the legal requirements of the Travel Rule and ensure safer, more transparent crypto transactions. With increasingly stringent regulatory frameworks, complying with the Travel Rule—a key global

How LetsExchange Achieved a 10X Boost in Compliance Efficiency with AMLBot?

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How LetsExchange Achieved a 10X Boost in Compliance Efficiency with AMLBot?

Launched in September 2021, LetsExchange is one of the fastest-growing crypto-exchange platforms in the European Union. It supports over 4,000 digital currencies—more than any other exchange on the market. LetsExchange is designed to deliver a seamless, secure, and fast user experience by offering deep liquidity, cross-

KYC Update: Smarter, Faster, and More Secure

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KYC Update: Smarter, Faster, and More Secure

We are excited to introduce a significant update to one of our core products – KYC (Know Your Customer)! The latest release includes new features to streamline the onboarding process, offering businesses more flexibility in meeting regulatory requirements while improving user experience. Key Upgrades: * Enhanced Stability & Improved Design: The user

FAQ Risky Transaction Reporting

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FAQ Risky Transaction Reporting

Our clients' most frequently asked questions, answered: This blog covers what qualifies as a high-risk transaction, how to manage them, and what steps to take if a transaction is flagged. From enhanced due diligence to blocking or unfreezing funds, it provides essential answers for navigating these challenges. 1.

Compliant Memecoin Launch: Beercoin’s 35K+ Wallets Verified

Compliant Memecoin Launch: Beercoin’s 35K+ Wallets Verified

Beercoin ($BEER) is a Solana-based community-focused token that has quickly captured the attention of the global crypto community. Within just days of its launch, Beercoin gained over 300,000 followers and completed a $5 million pre-sale. Last June, they reached a market cap of $309 million. The

The High Cost of Non-Compliance: AML and KYC Explained

The High Cost of Non-Compliance: AML and KYC Explained

AML and KYC failures in the crypto industry no longer result in warnings or minor corrective actions. Today, non-compliance leads to regulatory investigations, financial penalties, license restrictions, and long-term reputational damage. This article does not explain how to complete KYC or what specific platforms require. Instead, it examines

EQIBank Reduces Onboarding Costs By 50% After AMLBot Partnership

EQIBank Reduces Onboarding Costs By 50% After AMLBot Partnership

EQIBank stands as a leader in digital banking, serving clients in 180+ countries. Founded by veterans from HSBC, Credit Suisse, Bank of New York, and UBS, the bank boasts over 240 years of combined expertise in finance and blockchain. Since acquiring its banking license in 2018, it has set a

Tracing WazirX Hack with AMLBot Tracer

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Tracing WazirX Hack with AMLBot Tracer

The $235 million hack on Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX on July 18 has intensified scrutiny over the security of digital asset platforms and sparked a comprehensive investigation. The hacker moved approximately $234.9 million worth of funds to a new address, using assets funded through the cryptocurrency mixer Tornado Cash.

MiCA Stablecoin Regulation: ART & EMT Compliance Requirements for Crypto Businesses

MiCA Stablecoin Regulation: ART & EMT Compliance Requirements for Crypto Businesses

Stablecoins under MiCA are regulated as a separate, higher-risk category of crypto-assets because of their potential scale in payments and settlement. This article focuses solely on MiCA stablecoin regulation and the specific compliance rules that apply to MiCA stablecoins classified as Asset-Referenced Tokens (ART) and E-Money

AMLBot х Nefture: Partnership to Bridge Security and Compliance

AMLBot х Nefture: Partnership to Bridge Security and Compliance

AMLBot and Nefture are pleased to announce a new partnership aimed at addressing the security and compliance needs of Web3 companies and crypto asset managers. Nefture, specializing in blockchain security, offers a multilayered approach to on-chain security. Their services include protection against crypto threats, exploits, hacks, scams, and financial

Sanctions Risk Management for Crypto Businesses

Sanctions Risk Management for Crypto Businesses

In our third episode of AMLBot Stream podcast, we spill all the details. Don’t miss this essential guide to Sanctions Risk management! Whether you're in the crypto industry or just interested in learning about compliance in crypto, this episode is packed with valuable insights, presented by our

How AMLBot Investigators Traced Stolen Crypto from a Linkedin Investment Scam

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How AMLBot Investigators Traced Stolen Crypto from a Linkedin Investment Scam

Discover how our crypto recovery services helped a victim of fraud recover the majority of their stolen assets in collaboration with Law Enforcement.

Client Case Study: Securing VASP Registration with Central Bank of Ireland

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Client Case Study: Securing VASP Registration with Central Bank of Ireland

By incorporating AMLBot’s compliance tools, including our Know Your Transaction (KYT) software, Fortuna was able to meet the regulatory requirements and obtain the VASP registration with Central Bank of Ireland.

Crypto Customer Due Diligence (CDD): A Practical Guide for Crypto Businesses

Crypto Customer Due Diligence (CDD): A Practical Guide for Crypto Businesses

A crypto business can verify a customer's passport and still know almost nothing about the risk of the relationship. Verified identity answers one question. Effective customer due diligence connects several: who the customer is, who ultimately owns or controls them, why the relationship exists, what activity is expected,

The Art of Operational High Risk Management in Crypto: How to Mitigate Risk and Keep Safe

The Art of Operational High Risk Management in Crypto: How to Mitigate Risk and Keep Safe

Welcome to AMLBot Stream Podcast Episode 1! One of the most asked questions we receive from our clients at AMLBot is, "What are the best ways to mitigate high-risk to keep us safe?" Today, Graeme Hampton, (Anti Money Laundering Advisor at AMLbot and Co-Chair with the

Introducing AMLBot Pro: Powerful Blockchain Analytics Tool (Updated)

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Introducing AMLBot Pro: Powerful Blockchain Analytics Tool (Updated)

What Is AMLBot Pro? We are pleased to introduce AMLBot Pro, a comprehensive blockchain analytics tool designed for professionals in compliance and blockchain investigation. It offers valuable insights into cryptocurrency transactions, supporting crucial Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know-Your-Customer (KYC) processes. With AMLBot Pro, users can efficiently monitor

Stablecoin Report: USDT and USDC Illicit Activity Study

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Stablecoin Report: USDT and USDC Illicit Activity Study

Executive Summary The report is focused on comparing the two most popular stablecoins by market share - USDT issued by Tether Limited Inc. and USDC issued by Circle Internet Financial, LLC - in terms of the magnitude of illicit activity associated with both stablecoins. This is done utilizing blockchain analytics in which

Automated KYC for Crypto: Best Practices to Reduce Fraud

Automated KYC for Crypto: Best Practices to Reduce Fraud

Automated KYC is becoming a standard part of crypto compliance because it helps businesses verify who is onboarding— quickly and consistently. Instead of relying on purely manual review, automated KYC uses defined checks to support customer identity verification during customer onboarding, reducing friction while keeping controls in place where they

Frozen Assets on CEX : Sanctions Exposure Case

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Frozen Assets on CEX : Sanctions Exposure Case

In 2023, the AMLBot investigation team detected that individuals failed to comprehend the potential consequences of disregarding basic safety guidelines. Unexpected sanctions exposure challenges can arise, as was the case when a client approached us with concerns about a frozen account linked to suspected sanctions. The Case A client contacted

P2P Crypto Platform AML Risks: How to Control User-to-User Trades

P2P Crypto Platform AML Risks: How to Control User-to-User Trades

In December 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice and FinCEN announced parallel enforcement actions against Paxful, once described as "the world's largest P2P marketplace."Between February 2015 and April 2023, the platform processed more than 50 million trades worth several billion dollars — and along the

AMLBot's Enhanced Risk Assessment Algorithm: Elevating Your Financial Security

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AMLBot's Enhanced Risk Assessment Algorithm: Elevating Your Financial Security

AMLBot is launching a new enhanced risk assessment algorithm to elevate financial security. In the swiftly changing financial tech world, AMLBot is trying to find more ways to spotlight the financial well-being of its clients. In this term, AMLBot is significantly jumping up in the financial defense game. We&