CRYPTOCURRENCY CRIME AWARENESS WORKSHOP

SEPANG, 5 May 2026 – The National Anti-Financial Crime Centre (NFCC) organised a Cryptocurrency Crime Awareness Workshop at CyberSecurity Malaysia, Cyberjaya. The workshop was attended by 110 investigating officers from various agencies under the NFCC Executive Committee.

The workshop aimed to enhance participants’ understanding and awareness of the risks and threats associated with financial crimes involving the use of digital assets and cryptocurrencies. It provided exposure to various criminal modus operandi, including fraud schemes, money laundering, digital investment scams, and the misuse of rapidly evolving blockchain technology.

In addition, the programme sought to strengthen participants’ knowledge of preventive measures, legal compliance, and methods for detecting suspicious activities related to cryptocurrency transactions. Through the sharing of knowledge and experiences by experts from relevant agencies, the workshop is expected to help develop officers who are more vigilant, resilient, and well-prepared to address the challenges of today’s digital financial crimes.