In this exclusive interview with The Crypto Times, Divya Mistry sits down with Jonno Newman, Head of Deployment Strategy (APAC) at TRM Labs, to discuss the evolving world of crypto crime investigations, blockchain intelligence, AI-powered scams, and North Korea’s growing cyber threat.
Drawing from his experience in law enforcement, crypto exchanges, and blockchain intelligence, Jonno shares unique insights into how investigators track illicit funds, combat pig butchering scams, disrupt criminal networks, and collaborate with exchanges to protect victims.
Key topics covered:
- Singapore’s anti-scam operations and victim protection model
- Pig butchering scams and scam compounds in Southeast Asia
- AI-powered fraud and social engineering
- North Korea’s Lazarus Group and crypto hacks
- Blockchain intelligence and law enforcement collaboration
- Crypto ATMs and money laundering risks
- The future of crypto investigations in APAC
- How users can protect themselves from scams