Matthias Keller

Areas of Expertise

Cryptocurrency Transaction Tracing, DeFi Protocol Investigation, Smart Contract Forensics, NFT & Digital Asset Fraud, On-Chain Analytics.

Professional Profile

Matthias Keller is a leading blockchain forensics specialist with deep expertise in cryptocurrency investigations and decentralized finance. With 9 years of experience in blockchain analysis, Matthias has become one of the foremost experts in tracing stolen cryptocurrency assets and investigating complex DeFi fraud schemes.

Matthias's technical proficiency spans multiple blockchain networks including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and various Layer 2 solutions. His analysis has been crucial in recovering millions in stolen cryptocurrency and providing expert evidence in high-profile crypto fraud prosecutions. Matthias regularly advises law enforcement agencies on cryptocurrency-related investigations.

Background & Career Highlights

Before joining our firm, Matthias worked as a Senior Blockchain Investigator at Chainalysis and Elliptic, where he led investigations into major cryptocurrency exchange hacks, ransomware payments, and DeFi exploits. He has traced cryptocurrency assets through complex mixing services and privacy coins, contributing to the seizure of over $100 million in illicit cryptocurrency. Matthias has also provided training to financial regulators and law enforcement agencies on blockchain forensics techniques.

Education & Certifications

M.Sc. in Blockchain & Digital Currencies, University of Nicosia; Certified Cryptocurrency Forensic Investigator (CCFI); Blockchain Council Certified Expert.

Professional Memberships

Blockchain Intelligence Group; International Association for Cryptologic Research; Digital Currency Governance Network.