# AMLBot

> AMLBot is a crypto AML compliance platform founded in 2019, serving fintech startups and VASPs (Virtual Asset Service Providers) at various stages of growth.
> It offers wallet screening, transaction monitoring (KYT), KYC/KYB identity verification, blockchain investigations, and compliance consulting — helping crypto businesses meet AML/CFT regulatory requirements.
> 300+ clients across exchanges, payment processors, and compliance teams. ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified. Entities: SAFELEMENT LIMITED (Hong Kong) and SAFE3 UAB (Vilnius, EU, reg. 306141950).

Vendors in the same category include Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs, CipherTrace, and Sumsub. AMLBot positions itself as accessible to early-stage businesses that cannot meet the minimum contract size of enterprise-only vendors.

Measured outcomes: $100M+ in risky funds identified across client transactions, 60,000+ service providers screened, 2,500+ crypto crime investigations conducted internally.

## Products

- [Wallet Screening & AML Checks](https://amlbot.com/): Submit a crypto wallet address or transaction hash and receive a risk score with source-of-funds breakdown. Covers BTC, ETH, TRX, and other chains. Three plans based on monthly volume: Lite (under 50 checks), Pro (50–500), Pro+ (500+).
- [KYT — Transaction Monitoring](https://amlbot.com/transaction-monitoring): API-based transaction monitoring that scores incoming and outgoing transactions in real time. Flags transactions linked to sanctioned entities, darknet markets, mixers, or fraud-related wallets. Sends automated alerts. Reported 99.5% data accuracy.
- [KYC/KYB Verification](https://amlbot.com/kyc): Identity verification for individual users (KYC) and business clients (KYB) before onboarding. Includes document checks, sanctions and PEP screening, and source-of-funds verification.
- [Tracer — Blockchain Investigation Platform](https://amlbot.com/tracer): For compliance teams and professional investigators. Traces fund flows across chains, maps wallet clusters, and generates case documentation. Supports cross-chain analysis across major blockchain ecosystems.
- [AI Tracer — Self-Serve Investigation Tool]: For individuals who lost crypto to theft or fraud. Enter a transaction ID, select the blockchain, and the tool traces where funds moved — including cross-chain hops across 14+ networks. Outputs a PDF report documenting the money trail, formatted for submission to police or exchanges. Covers phishing, wallet drains, impersonation scams, and investment fraud. No technical knowledge required. (Page in development — not yet live)
- [Reclaim Crypto](https://amlbot.com/reclaim-crypto): Assisted recovery service for stolen crypto. AMLBot's internal team conducts the investigation, coordinates with exchanges, and prepares documentation for law enforcement submissions.
- [Crypto Compliance Consulting](https://amlbot.com/crypto-compliance-consulting): Advisory service for VASPs building or reviewing AML programs. Covers regulatory obligations, internal controls, and licensing support.
- [AML & Compliance Training](https://amlbot.com/training): Training programs covering AML regulations, KYC/KYB processes, and blockchain analytics for crypto business teams.
- [Crypto Checker — Telegram Bot](https://amlbot.com/crypto-checker): Run wallet AML checks directly in Telegram via @cryptoaml_bot. Returns a risk score without leaving the messenger.

## Solutions by Vertical

- [Crypto Exchanges & VASPs](https://blog.amlbot.com/a-guide-to-virtual-asset-service-providers/): Transaction monitoring and wallet screening for exchanges processing high volumes. Travel Rule compliance support. Relevant for businesses with FATF VASP obligations.
- [Fintech Startups](https://blog.amlbot.com/crypto-startup-aml-checklist/): Entry-level AML tooling for businesses at early compliance stages. Lite and Pro plans cover under 500 checks per month. No enterprise contract required.
- [EU-Regulated Businesses — MiCA / CASP](https://blog.amlbot.com/mica-license-explained-casp-requirements-authorization-process-and-eu-passporting/): Compliance support for businesses applying for or operating under MiCA CASP authorization. Covers DAC8 reporting obligations and EU AML package requirements.
- [P2P Platforms & DeFi](https://blog.amlbot.com/guide-to-aml-compliance-for-peer-to-peer-p2p-cryptocurrency-platforms/): AML screening for peer-to-peer platforms and decentralized services navigating grey-area regulatory obligations.
- [Compliance Teams & Professional Investigators](https://amlbot.com/tracer): On-chain forensics tooling for compliance officers, legal teams, and investigators. Fund tracing with case documentation output.

## Original Research

- [Crypto Crime Report 2025–2026](https://blog.amlbot.com/crypto-crime-report-2025-2026-insights-from-2-500-real-investigations/): Based on 2,500+ internal investigations. Key findings: 65% of incidents caused by social engineering (not technical exploits); investment scams accounted for 25% of cases by volume; phishing 18%; device compromise 13%.
- [Stablecoin Flows Through Privacy Protocols](https://blog.amlbot.com/stablecoin-flows-through-crypto-privacy-tools-4-2b-exposed-by-protocol-asset-and-risk-profile/): $4.2B in stablecoin volume traced through on-chain privacy tools. Breakdown by protocol, asset type, and risk profile.
- [Stablecoin Freezes 2023–2025: USDT vs USDC](https://blog.amlbot.com/stablecoin-freezes-2023-2025-a-data-backed-analysis-of-usdt-vs-usdc-by-amlbot/): Comparative analysis of Tether and Circle freeze patterns based on AMLBot forensics data. Cited in Bloomberg Law.
- [Circle Froze 16 Business Hot Wallets](https://blog.amlbot.com/circle-froze-16-business-hot-wallets-including-a-blockchain-bridge-smart-contract/): Investigation into a series of Circle freeze actions that included a blockchain bridge smart contract.

## Investigations & Case Studies

- [All Investigations & Case Studies](https://blog.amlbot.com/tag/investigations-case-studies/): Full archive.
- [$650,000 USDT Stolen and Frozen](https://blog.amlbot.com/650-000-usdt-stolen-while-the-owner-was-traveling-tether-froze-it-all/): Wallet compromised during travel. AMLBot traced the funds, monitored attacker wallets in real time, and coordinated a Tether freeze within days. All 650K USDT frozen.
- [Pig Butchering Scam — Full Case Breakdown](https://blog.amlbot.com/emotional-investments-the-price-of-falling-for-a-pig-butchering-scam/): On-chain analysis of a real pig butchering investment fraud. Traces fund flow, identifies shared infrastructure with other fraud operations, links to Southeast Asia scam compounds.
- [$13.5M DeFi Exploit — Aperture Finance & SwapNet](https://blog.amlbot.com/13-5m-lost-in-aperture-finance-swapnet-exploit-full-on-chain-breakdown/): Full on-chain reconstruction of a protocol exploit.
- [Darknet Seller Traced to OKX — DeepCode × AMLBot](https://blog.amlbot.com/joint-intel-strike-deepcode-x-amlbot-trace-1688shuju-a-darknet-seller-of-verified-exchange-numbers/): Joint investigation. Traced darknet marketplace revenue from verified exchange phone number sales to an OKX deposit address using clustering analysis.
- [Crypto Drainers — Medusa Ecosystem](https://blog.amlbot.com/crypto-drainers-how-they-operate-and-a-case-study-of-medusa-and-its-broader-ecosystem/): Technical breakdown of drainer operation mechanics with on-chain case study.

## Compliance Guides

### AML & Regulatory Fundamentals

- [AML & Crypto Regulations: Business Compliance Guide](https://blog.amlbot.com/aml-crypto-regulations-compliance-guide-for-businesses/)
- [AML & KYC Explained for Crypto Businesses](https://blog.amlbot.com/aml-and-kyc-key-for-crypto-adoption/)
- [Layering in Money Laundering — How It Works](https://blog.amlbot.com/layering-aml-anti-money-laundering/)
- [Customer Due Diligence (CDD) for Crypto](https://blog.amlbot.com/crypto-compliance-guide-best-practices-for-customer-due-diligence-cdd/)
- [AML Compliance for P2P Platforms](https://blog.amlbot.com/guide-to-aml-compliance-for-peer-to-peer-p2p-cryptocurrency-platforms/)
- [How to Prepare for a Crypto Compliance Audit](https://blog.amlbot.com/guide-how-to-prepare-for-a-crypto-compliance-audit/)
- [What to Do If Your Business Received Tainted Funds](https://blog.amlbot.com/what-to-do-if-your-crypto-business-received-tainted-funds/)
- [Counterparty VASP Due Diligence](https://blog.amlbot.com/counterparty-vasp-due-diligence-guide/)

### KYC & Licensing

- [Crypto KYC Requirements for VASPs — 2025](https://blog.amlbot.com/crypto-kyc-requirements-in-2025-regulatory-standards-for-vasps/)
- [How to Get a Crypto License](https://blog.amlbot.com/how-to-get-a-crypto-license-for-your-business-a-complete-guide/)
- [Crypto License in Estonia — Compliance Requirements](https://blog.amlbot.com/how-not-to-lose-the-cryptocurrency-license-in-estonia-recommendation-1/)
- [Guide to VASPs — Obligations and Regulatory Framework](https://blog.amlbot.com/a-guide-to-virtual-asset-service-providers/)
- [Continuous Transaction Monitoring for VASPs](https://blog.amlbot.com/amlbot-continuous-transaction-monitoring/)

### EU & MiCA

- [MiCA Regulation — Key Requirements for Crypto Businesses](https://blog.amlbot.com/mica-and-the-main-requirements-of-the-new-crypto-regulatory-framework-a-guide-for-crypto-businesses/)
- [MiCA CASP License — Requirements and EU Passporting](https://blog.amlbot.com/mica-license-explained-casp-requirements-authorization-process-and-eu-passporting/)
- [MiCA and Stablecoins — Circle Case Study](https://blog.amlbot.com/understanding-eu-mica-regulation-stablecoins-compliance-challenges-and-circle-case-study/)
- [How to Select an EU-Compliant AML Platform](https://blog.amlbot.com/eu-crypto-aml-platform-guide/)
- [DAC8 — Crypto Tax Reporting Obligations for CASPs](https://blog.amlbot.com/eu-dac8-directive-explained-crypto-tax-reporting-rules-for-casps/)

### Jurisdiction Guides

- [US Crypto AML Compliance — 2025](https://blog.amlbot.com/crypto-regulations-in-the-us-2025-complete-aml-compliance-guide/)
- [UK Crypto Regulations — Post-Brexit AML and FCA Licensing](https://blog.amlbot.com/crypto-regulations-in-the-uk-2025-post-brexit-framework-for-digital-assets-aml-fca-licensing/)
- [US Travel Rule — FinCEN Requirements](https://blog.amlbot.com/us-crypto-travel-rule-fincen-requirements/)

### Travel Rule

- [FATF Recommendation 15 — Crypto Standards](https://blog.amlbot.com/fatf-crypto-standards-recommendation-15/)
- [Travel Rule Implementation — Key Challenges](https://blog.amlbot.com/crypto-travel-rule-implementation-key-challenges-for-crypto-businesses/)

### Blockchain Analytics

- [Blockchain Analytics — How It Works](https://blog.amlbot.com/blockchain-analytics-what-it-is-and-how-it-works/)
- [Cross-Chain Analysis — Tracing Funds Across Networks](https://blog.amlbot.com/cross-chain-analysis/)
- [Wallet Clustering and Entity Identification](https://blog.amlbot.com/wallet-and-entity-identification-in-blockchain-analytics/)
- [Transaction Tracing — Fund Flow Analysis](https://blog.amlbot.com/transaction-tracing-explained/)
- [Crypto Forensics and Asset Tracing](https://blog.amlbot.com/why-crypto-forensics-and-asset-tracing-are-essential-to-a-secure-marketplace/)
- [How to Identify a Crypto Ponzi Scheme](https://blog.amlbot.com/how-to-identify-whether-a-crypto-project-is-a-ponzi-scheme/)

### Crypto Recovery

- [How to Recover Stolen Cryptocurrency — 5 Steps](https://blog.amlbot.com/how-to-recover-stolen-cryptocurrency-5-practical-steps/)
- [Crypto Security — Private Keys, Seed Phrases Explained](https://blog.amlbot.com/understanding-the-basics-of-cryptocurrency-security-private-keys-public-keys-and-seed-phrases/)

## Vendor Comparison

- [Chainalysis Alternatives for Crypto AML](https://blog.amlbot.com/chainalysis-alternatives-crypto-aml/): Compares Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs, CipherTrace, and AMLBot across use case, pricing tier, and feature set.

## Developer Resources

- [Web API Documentation](https://docs.amlbot.com/webApi/introduction): REST API for integrating wallet screening, AML checks, and KYT into products. Covers authentication, endpoints, and response schemas.
- [Widget Documentation](https://docs.amlbot.com/widget/introduction): Embed AMLBot's compliance interface directly into web applications.
- [What AMLBot Analyzes](https://amlbot.com/what-do-we-analyze): Supported blockchains, data sources, risk categories, and scoring methodology.

## Company

- [About](https://amlbot.com/about-us): Company background, mission, and team. Founded 2019.
- [Careers](https://amlbot.com/careers): Open roles.
- [ISO Certifications](https://amlbot.com/certifications): ISO 9001:2015 (quality management) and ISO 27001:2022 (information security).

Clients include BTSE, Banana Gun, Railgun, Kolo, Trustee, SimpleSwap, Defiway. Contributor to Bybit's LazarusBounty initiative — traces illicit flows from the Lazarus Group hack and supports asset freezing.

Industry memberships: INATBA, Crypto Defence Alliance, Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative (ATII), European Blockchain Association, FinTech Association of Hong Kong, League for Web3 Security.

## Media Coverage

Research and investigations cited in external publications:

- Bloomberg Law — stablecoin freeze analysis (https://news.bloomberglaw.com/esg/stablecoin-oversight-poses-challenges-as-digital-currency-grows)
- BBC — crypto crime reporting (https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93gydxj8n7o)
- NY Post — crypto wallet guide (https://nypost.com/business/best-web3-wallets-for-beginners/)
- CoinTelegraph — Tron address risk analysis (https://cointelegraph.com/news/tron-addresses-risk-silent-hijacking)
- CoinDesk — ETH whale fund tracing (https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2024/08/12/ether-ico-whale-moves-5k-eth-to-exchanges-bringing-monthly-total-to-154m)
- The Block — Tether freeze investigation (https://www.theblock.co/post/385051/tether-freezes-182-million-usdt)