Illegal Crypto Transactions Surge by 162% Over the Year
Illegal crypto transactions rose by 162% in 2025, reaching over $154 billion.
In 2025, over $154 billion flowed into illegal crypto wallets, marking a 162% increase compared to 2024, according to a report by Chainalysis.
Analysts attribute this growth largely to a surge in activity related to sanctioned operations, including at the state level. Over the past 12 months, the volume of illegal digital assets in this segment increased by 694%.
“The share of these illegal…
