"An ideal primer into the criminal use of crypto."
- Oliver Bullough, Author of Moneyland and Butler to the World
"The captivating story of cat and mouse between cops and robbers, and the battle between free market liberalism and big government in the cryptosphere. A must-read for anyone interested in incredible innovation, in how criminals use crypto, and in how they're being thwarted, so far."
- David Lewis, Managing Director, Kroll, and former Executive Secretary of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
"The Crypto Launderers reads like a novel, with fascinating insight into the goings-on within the crypto ecosystem, regarding some of the biggest events over the short life of this new industry. A book for any crypto-curious individual whether in or outside the industry."
- Ian Taylor, Head of Crypto and Digital Assets, KMPG UK, and Board Advisor at Crypto UK
"In The Crypto Launderers David Carlisle expertly unravels the complex world of crime and cryptocurrencies, providing invaluable insights into the challenges faced by law enforcement and regulators. This compelling book is essential for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of the dark side of digital currencies."
- Chia Hock Lai, Co-Founder of the Global Fintech Institute, and former Chairman of the Blockchain Association of Singapore
"David effortlessly weaves together a comprehensive history of the nascent crypto sector with crystal-clear insights into its future. What sets this book apart is its refreshing objectivity . . . David lets the riveting facts speak for themselves. An informative and essential read for anyone looking to dive into the intriguing world of crypto crime. Highly recommended!"
- Aidan Larkin, Founder & CEO, Asset Reality
"The rise of digital assets has ushered in a new, more sophisticated crop of criminals and terrorist actors using instruments of decentralized finance to evade law enforcement. . . The Crypto Launderers is a critically important blueprint for the next generation of leaders who will be combatting illicit uses of decentralized finance to protect the integrity of the global financial system."
- Michael B. Greenwald, Senior Executive and Global Lead for Digital Assets and Financial Innovation at Amazon Web Services; former United States Treasury Attaché to Qatar and Kuwait