Definition ∞ Illicit crypto flows refer to the movement of digital assets associated with illegal activities. These transactions include funds derived from cybercrime, fraud, money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions evasion, utilizing cryptocurrencies to obscure their origins or destinations. The pseudonymous nature of some digital asset transactions can make tracing these flows challenging for law enforcement agencies.
Context ∞ The discussion surrounding illicit crypto flows centers on developing more effective anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations for digital asset service providers. A critical future development involves the enhancement of blockchain analytics tools and international cooperation to identify and disrupt these financial networks.
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