Crypto crime volume surged 162% to $154B in 2025

The volume of cryptocurrency-related crime reached $154 billion last year, a 162% increase from 2024, The Block reported, citing data from Chainalysis. According to Chainalysis, the $154 billion figure is a highly conservative estimate that could be larger if more transactions are included. The analysis also found that stablecoins accounted for 84% of all illicit transactions. Chainalysis suggested that criminals are exploiting stablecoins due to their low volatility and the ease with which they can be transferred across borders.