Raphael Strass
Crypto Investigation Specialist
Raphael Strass is a private speaker and crypto investigation specialist with extensive field experience in cryptocrime and blockchain-based financial investigations. Since 2021, he has specialized in cryptocurrency tracing and forensic analysis at the Cybercrime Competence Center of Austria’s Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA).
His work focuses on blockchain forensics, asset tracing, and investigative strategies targeting complex digital crime structures. In addition to his operational role, he regularly delivers expert training sessions and workshops for law enforcement, analysts, public prosecutors and cybercrime professionals with a focus on practical crypto investigation techniques.
Talks & Q&A
Conference | Sep 19
Beyond the Risk: Leveraging Crypto in Cybercrime Investigations
How blockchain has become a powerful tool for uncovering digital crime
Description
New technologies often follow a familiar trajectory: first adopted by criminals, then gradually reclaimed by investigators and researchers. Cryptocurrencies are no exception.
This session goes beyond the risk - beyond the headlines about money laundering, darknet markets, and ransomware - to explore how blockchain has become a powerful tool for uncovering digital crime. We’ll examine real-world cases where on-chain analysis exposed hidden networks, enabled attribution, and turned anonymous transactions into actionable evidence. Blockchain is more than data: it’s a persistent, transparent record - one that speaks volumes to those who know how to read it. Join us to understand how crypto, once a perceived shield for offenders, is now leveraged to penetrate criminal infrastructures and accelerate cybercrime investigations.
Why the committee chose this talk
Bitcoin and co are not as anoynmous as you may think. Gaining insights how law enforcement works becomes more and more of a necessity for the blue team.
