Former IRS Criminal Investigations Chief Joins Chainalysis as Global Head of Capacity Building
Jim Lee, a 29-year veteran of the United States government with a significant tenure as the chief of the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Criminal Investigations team, has transitioned to a new role at cryptocurrency analytics firm Chainalysis.
In an announcement on April 8, Chainalysis revealed that Lee has joined the company as its global head of capacity building. In this capacity, he will focus on collaborating with international agencies to develop effective solutions against cryptocurrency-based crime.
We’re honored to welcome former IRS-CI Chief Jim Lee to the company where he’ll work with global agencies to expand their impact with our solutions and data.
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— Chainalysis (@chainalysis) April 8, 2024
In a statement, the former IRS Chief highlighted the evolving landscape of financial crime, emphasizing that virtually all forms of illegal activities are financially motivated. He noted the significant role of technological advancements in shaping criminal tactics, including the adoption of cryptocurrency by nefarious actors.
Having collaborated with Chainalysis during his tenure at the IRS, Lee mentioned specific cases where the firm’s analytics tools contributed to law enforcement efforts, such as the takedown of darknet markets, combating terrorism financing, and addressing child exploitation networks.
Expressing optimism about the potential of cryptocurrency to enhance financial inclusion and transparency, he also acknowledged the challenges posed by its misuse for criminal purposes. He emphasized the importance of equipping law enforcement agencies with advanced tools and data to combat illicit activities within the crypto ecosystem.
In a recent LinkedIn post in March, Lee announced his
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