Chainalysis Signs MoU with Korean National Police to Combat Virtual Asset Crime
In April 2026, Chainalysis signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA) to deepen cooperation on virtual asset crime investigations. The agreement establishes a structured framework for training, certification, and joint development of practical investigative programs, reinforcing Chainalysis’s commitment to building investigative capability within Korean law enforcement. South Korea is both a major digital asset market and a prime target for North Korean-linked hacking groups, which stole over $2 billion in cryptocurrency in the past year. The MoU covers training platform access (localized Korean content), professional certification (Chainalysis Digital Asset Program), and practical training development based on real-world scenarios. This partnership aims to enhance KNPA's ability to trace illicit fund flows across multiple blockchains and jurisdictions, leveraging Chainalysis's AI-enhanced data platform that has supported seizures totaling over $34 billion.
Key facts
- MoU signed in April 2026 between Chainalysis and Korean National Police Agency
- Agreement covers training, certification, and joint investigative program development
- North Korean hackers stole over $2B in crypto in the past year
- KNPA gains access to localized training and Chainalysis certification programs
- Partnership enhances ability to trace cross-chain illicit fund flows