The blockchain and cryptocurrency landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace. As innovation accelerates, so do the challenges surrounding compliance, security, and global adoption. Chainalysis Links NYC 2025 brings together industry leaders, policymakers, law enforcement, and technologists for a two-day immersive experience designed to explore the future of digital assets.
Whether you're a compliance officer, developer, government official, or financial institution representative, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain actionable insights, network with peers, and experience cutting-edge blockchain intelligence tools firsthand.
👉 Discover how blockchain intelligence is shaping the future of digital finance.
Why Attend Chainalysis Links 2025?
Gain Expert Insights
Hear from top voices across the public and private sectors through keynotes, panel discussions, fireside chats, and training sessions. From regulatory updates to real-world case studies, the agenda is crafted to deliver high-value content that reflects the current state and future trajectory of the crypto ecosystem.
Connect Across Industries
Engage with professionals from leading crypto-native firms, traditional financial institutions, DeFi projects, and government agencies. These cross-sector conversations foster collaboration and help shape a safer, more transparent digital economy.
Experience Innovation Firsthand
Explore live demonstrations of Chainalysis’ latest product releases. Interact directly with the engineering and product teams to understand how blockchain analytics can enhance investigations, compliance workflows, and threat detection.
Mainstage Agenda Highlights
Welcome to Links 2025
Jonathan Levin, CEO of Chainalysis, opens the conference with a strategic overview of the current crypto landscape. He’ll discuss industry trends, emerging threats, and Chainalysis’ vision for advancing blockchain transparency and trust.
The Chainalysis Product Vision
Emmanuel Marot, VP of Product, unveils the next generation of Chainalysis solutions. Learn how recent advancements in blockchain data analytics are empowering organizations to detect illicit activity, streamline compliance, and scale securely in a rapidly changing environment.
In Conversation with Tigran Gambaryan
Former IRS Criminal Investigations Special Agent and Binance’s Head of Financial Crime Compliance, Tigran Gambaryan, shares his extraordinary story of being detained in Nigeria for eight months—and the global public-private collaboration that secured his release. In conversation with WIRED journalist Andy Greenberg, he’ll reflect on lessons for compliance teams and the importance of international cooperation in fighting financial crime.
👉 Explore how global compliance strategies are adapting to new crypto risks.
Presidential Crypto Priorities: In Conversation with Bo Hines
Bo Hines, Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, joins Chainalysis Chief Legal Officer Sarah Ward to discuss the Biden administration’s crypto policy agenda. Topics include stablecoin regulation, market structure reform, evolving enforcement approaches, and the potential for a U.S. Bitcoin strategic reserve.
This session offers rare insight into how federal policymakers are navigating innovation while safeguarding financial integrity.
Celebrating Excellence: The Chainalysis Customer Awards Program
Recognizing outstanding achievements in blockchain innovation and crime prevention, this segment honors customers who have used Chainalysis tools to solve complex cases, enhance compliance programs, or drive meaningful industry change.
Crypto and Law Enforcement: Challenges, Priorities, and Partnerships
As crypto-related crime becomes more sophisticated, law enforcement agencies must adapt. This panel features representatives from the NYPD and international agencies discussing their top priorities, emerging threats—from ransomware to darknet markets—and how blockchain intelligence is critical to modern investigations.
Cracking the Code: Microsoft’s DCU vs. Cybercrime
Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit (DCU) takes center stage with a real-world case study on disrupting ransomware operations. By combining internal threat telemetry with cryptocurrency transaction analysis, DCU has successfully dismantled major cybercriminal networks. Attendees will learn how technical, legal, and financial intelligence converge to stop bad actors in their tracks.
In Conversation with Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino
Chainalysis CEO Jonathan Levin sits down with Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino to discuss the growing role of stablecoins in global finance. They’ll explore regulatory shifts under the new U.S. administration, transparency initiatives, and Tether’s roadmap for 2025 and beyond.
Stablecoins remain a cornerstone of crypto adoption—this conversation dives deep into their economic impact and future evolution.
Harnessing AI for a Safer Future
As artificial intelligence transforms industries, it also presents new risks. Scammers use AI for deepfakes and phishing; hackers deploy AI-powered malware. But organizations are fighting back.
Join Jacob Illum (Chainalysis Chief Scientist), John Liu (AWS Principal Product Manager), and Eric McLoughlin (Homeland Security Investigations) as they discuss how AI is being used defensively—to detect fraud, automate threat responses, and strengthen cybersecurity postures across both public and private sectors.
Building Capacity to Combat Crypto Crime: City of London Police Collaboration
The City of London Police presents their national strategy for scaling crypto investigations across multiple crime types—from fraud to human trafficking. This session highlights training programs, inter-agency coordination efforts, and how blockchain analytics are embedded into daily investigative workflows.
In Conversation with Lily Liu, President of Solana Foundation
Emmanuel Marot hosts Lily Liu for a deep dive into Solana’s rapid ecosystem growth. They’ll discuss developer activity, scalability breakthroughs, and how Solana is making decentralized applications faster and more accessible worldwide.
With rising interest in high-performance blockchains, this session offers insight into one of the most dynamic networks in crypto today.
A New Era of Crypto Compliance
Regulatory expectations are shifting fast. Caitlin Barnett, Chainalysis Head of Compliance, moderates a panel with chief compliance officers from OKX, Kraken, and Coinbase. They’ll discuss AML/KYC best practices, risk assessment frameworks, and how exchanges are preparing for new regulatory landscapes.
👉 See how leading platforms are redefining secure digital asset trading.
FTX: A Case Study
FBI Acting Supervisory Special Agent Elizabeth Kudirka delivers a detailed breakdown of the FTX collapse—covering fraud indicators, investigative techniques, legal charges, trial outcomes, and systemic failures. This session serves as a cautionary tale and educational resource for regulators and industry participants alike.
Inside FTX: Unraveling the Collapse From Within the Bankruptcy
Kumanan Ramanathan of Alvarez & Marsal provides an insider’s perspective on managing the FTX bankruptcy estate. As one of the first public accounts from within the restructuring process, this talk reveals financial mismanagement patterns, asset recovery efforts, and lessons for corporate governance in crypto firms.
Afternoon Breakout Sessions
While mainstage programming covers broad themes, breakout tracks allow attendees to dive deeper into specialized topics such as:
- Advanced blockchain investigation techniques
- Regulatory compliance for DeFi protocols
- Cross-border cryptocurrency enforcement
- Private sector partnerships in anti-financial crime
Sessions will be updated daily—attendees are encouraged to check the event app for real-time updates.
Featured Speakers
Chainalysis Links 2025 features an elite roster of speakers from government, tech giants, financial institutions, and blockchain innovators. Their collective expertise reflects the multidisciplinary nature of today’s digital asset ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is there still time to attend Chainalysis Links 2025 in person?
A: Ticket sales for the in-person event have closed. However, you can still participate virtually through the free online stream.
Q: Can I access session recordings after the event?
A: Yes—registered virtual attendees will receive on-demand access to key sessions following the conference.
Q: Who typically attends Chainalysis Links?
A: Attendees include compliance officers, law enforcement investigators, fintech executives, policymakers, cybersecurity experts, and blockchain developers.
Q: What are the core themes of the 2025 agenda?
A: The event focuses on blockchain intelligence, regulatory compliance, cybercrime disruption, AI security applications, and stablecoin innovation.
Q: How can organizations use blockchain data for proactive risk management?
A: Through tools like transaction monitoring, wallet risk scoring, and network analysis—enabling early detection of fraud, money laundering, and sanctions evasion.
Q: Is this event suitable for non-technical professionals?
A: Absolutely. While some sessions are technical, many discussions—especially panels on policy and compliance—are designed for decision-makers across industries.
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