In 2024, global regulators intensified efforts to combat cryptocurrency fraud and money laundering, with the EU's MiCA regulation and U.S. stablecoin legislation addressing scams that cost the industry over $2.3 billion. North Korean cybercriminals, particularly the Lazarus group, executed significant heists and phishing campaigns, while new malware threats like BeaRAT targeted macOS users, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures. Ethereum, Bitcoin, and TRON remained prevalent in money laundering activities, with Tornado Cash seeing a 53% increase in withdrawals, highlighting ongoing challenges in anti-money laundering efforts.