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Cryptocurrency investigations New Zealand - asset tracing and forensic analysis

Investigations

Cryptocurrency Investigations NZ

On-chain tracing, forensic investigation, and asset discovery.

When funds have moved on-chain or assets are concealed, we follow the trail. Our investigators trace transactions across wallets, exchanges, mixers, and DeFi protocols - producing investigation-grade documentation for victims, legal teams, and NZ authorities.

Free 10 minutesFree initial consultation
$350 NZD +GSTper hour
Ongoing consulting rate

Meet the team

Our consultants

A team built on years of real experience across NZ's most complex crypto matters.

Dave Roberts, Investigations Lead - Crypto Consulting NZ

Dave Roberts

Investigations Lead

On-chain tracing, asset discovery & OSINT

Nic Turnbull, Lead Forensic Consultant - Crypto Consulting NZ

Nic Turnbull

Lead Forensic Consultant

Forensics, legal support & wallet recovery

Harry Satoshi, Managing Director - Crypto Consulting NZ

Harry Satoshi

Managing Director

Personal consulting, wallets & security

Harry Scott, Legal & Scam Specialist - Crypto Consulting NZ

Harry Scott

Legal & Scam Specialist

Scam response, legal & crisis support

Our investigations team combines deep blockchain forensics with open source intelligence techniques - producing investigation-grade documentation for victims, legal teams, NZ Police, and regulatory authorities. All engagements are strictly confidential. A full NDA is available and signed before any work begins.

Services

What we cover

From asset tracing to OSINT, we follow funds across wallets, exchanges, mixers, and DeFi - producing investigation-grade documentation for victims, legal teams, and authorities throughout New Zealand.

  • Asset tracing

    Locating concealed or moved cryptocurrency across multiple wallets and chains.

    • End-to-end transaction tracing across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and EVM-compatible networks
    • Identification of wallet clusters and address reuse patterns
    • Detection of asset movements made to conceal or layer funds
    • Cross-chain tracing across bridges and wrapped asset protocols
    • Documented findings suitable for legal proceedings and police reports
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  • Exchange intelligence

    Identifying deposits, withdrawals, and account activity on centralised exchanges.

    • Identification of exchange deposits from traced wallet addresses
    • Withdrawal pattern analysis to identify destination wallets and accounts
    • Exchange attribution using on-chain clustering and deposit address analysis
    • Documentation supporting subpoenas and disclosure requests to exchanges
    • Coverage across major exchanges including Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, and NZ platforms
  • Mixer & bridge analysis

    Following funds through obfuscation layers and cross-chain bridges.

    • Tornado Cash, ChipMixer, and similar mixer interaction analysis
    • Cross-chain bridge tracing across major protocols
    • Heuristic analysis to follow funds through obfuscation attempts
    • Documented methodology suitable for court presentation
    • Assessment of obfuscation effectiveness and traceability confidence levels
  • Suspect wallet profiling

    Building a forensic picture of wallet activity and ownership indicators.

    • Behavioural analysis of wallet transaction patterns and timing
    • Counterparty identification through exchange and service interactions
    • Clustering analysis to identify related wallet addresses
    • IP and metadata correlation where available through legal channels
    • Comprehensive wallet profile reports for legal teams and authorities
  • Investigation reports

    Detailed findings documented for legal teams, police, and authorities.

    • Structured forensic reports suitable for NZ Police, FMA, and court proceedings
    • Chain of custody documentation for all digital evidence
    • Plain English executive summaries alongside technical appendices
    • Transaction flow diagrams and visual evidence mapping
    • Peer-reviewed methodology with transparent analytical process
  • Open source intelligence

    OSINT techniques to identify actors behind wallet addresses.

    • Social media and forum correlation with wallet addresses and transactions
    • Dark web monitoring for stolen funds and compromised credentials
    • Domain, email, and infrastructure attribution analysis
    • Cross-referencing known scam databases and fraud registries
    • Findings documented to evidentiary standards where applicable
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  • Victim support investigations

    Tracing lost or stolen funds for scam victims and fraud cases.

    • Emergency triage to identify where funds have moved immediately after theft
    • Exchange reporting packages to freeze or flag stolen funds
    • Police report documentation with full transaction evidence
    • Ongoing monitoring where funds are held in identifiable wallets
    • Coordination with legal counsel for civil recovery options
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Process

How it works

  1. Step 1

    Get in touch

    Tell us what happened - what was stolen, moved, or concealed, and when. We'll respond within 24 hours. For urgent matters, flag it and we'll prioritise your case.

  2. Step 2

    Free assessment call

    We call you. Confidential, no obligation. We assess the traceability of the funds, explain our approach, and give you an honest view of what's recoverable.

  3. Step 3

    Engagement & terms

    We agree scope, timeline, and fee structure. All engagements are strictly confidential - a full NDA is signed before any work begins.

  4. Step 4

    Investigation

    We conduct the on-chain analysis, OSINT, and forensic tracing - documenting findings at every stage. You receive regular updates throughout the investigation.

  5. Step 5

    Report & next steps

    We deliver a comprehensive investigation report and work with you on next steps - whether that's police reporting, legal action, exchange disclosure requests, or civil recovery.

Partners

Our professional network

Trusted legal, accounting, and industry partners we work with across New Zealand.

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Minter Ellison Rudd Watts - Crypto Consulting NZ professional network partnerMinistry Of Justice - Crypto Consulting NZ professional network partnerHamlin Law - Crypto Consulting NZ professional network partnerBlockchain Forum New Zealand - Crypto Consulting NZ professional network partnerBlomfield - Crypto Consulting NZ professional network partnerOptima - Crypto Consulting NZ professional network partnerBaker Tilly Staples Rodway - Crypto Consulting NZ professional network partnerCryptocurrency NZ - Crypto Consulting NZ professional network partner

Track record

Proven in New Zealand courts

Court-tested forensic analysis and expert testimony on New Zealand's most complex cryptocurrency investigations.

Recent cases

High Court

Auckland • 2025

Expert Witness in $800K Murder Trial

Provided technical analysis and court testimony on blockchain transactions in a major murder trial in Wellington. Our forensic work established the movement of cryptocurrency linked to the case and identified relevant wallets, while assisting the Crown and Ministry of Justice in interpreting complex blockchain evidence.

District Court

Auckland • 2025

Bitcoin & Crypto Fraud Case Worth $500K

Provided forensic cryptocurrency analysis and expert testimony in a $500,000 Bitcoin and crypto fraud case. Our investigation traced the flow of misappropriated funds across multiple wallets and exchanges, helping the Crown and Ministry of Justice interpret complex blockchain data.

Testimonials

What our clients say

Trusted by nearly 400 clients across New Zealand. Every Google review, a perfect five stars.

Troy de Baugh

New Zealand

★★★★★

“After reaching out to Crypto Consulting I got a call from Harry. He has helped me with a scam I was involved with. Explained everything clearly and what I need to do. There was no judging of what had happened and Harry was very understanding. I can highly recommend Crypto Consulting NZ for anyone that needs help.”

Peter Wilson

New Zealand

★★★★★

“I feel I have been treated very well. I know I stuffed up getting involved with this scam company & I wish I had known about Crypto Consulting before I got in too deep or even started. I have nothing but praise for the professionalism of these guys & am grateful for the help & hopefully might get some recompense.”

Cliffy Marsters

New Zealand

★★★★★

“Crypto Consulting NZ have fast and professional services. The team was really helpful with great communication. They helped me out when no one else could. Thank you very much.”

Contact

How can we help?

Funds moved, assets concealed, or need urgent forensic investigation? Send us a brief outline of your situation and we'll call you back within 24 hours - confidential, no obligation, and a full NDA signed before any work begins.

Prefer email? contact@cryptoconsulting.nz

Enquiry type

Tell us your situation - the more detail, the better we can help.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions