Crypto analysis and forensics firm Chainalysis has acquired Israeli startup Alterya for approximately $150 million. Alterya specializes in using AI agents to detect and prevent fraud, particularly scams targeting financial institutions, fintech, and crypto service providers. This acquisition allows Chainalysis to offer proactive fraud prevention and enhance its ability to detect sophisticated scams, including those using generative AI. Chainalysis intends to expand its focus beyond reactive investigations and address fraud originating from traditional financial systems. Alterya has already helped top crypto exchanges decrease fraud by 60% and improve operational efficiency.



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