Cash under the mattress has taken on a new form in 2025. Portable, pseudonymous, and often unregulated, crypto assets are the new stipulation in the court room, from high-net-worth divorces to cross-border estate battles to fraud investigations. Digital assets are becoming a common subject in legal disputes and attorneys are turning to the blockchain for answers. While data may appear readily accessible, interpreting it requires expertise. The lack of adequate regulations makes it difficult to conceal, undervalue, or obscure digital assets. […]

I recently had the privilege of meeting Andrew Young, the prosecutor behind Operation Trojan Shield, one of the most creative and impactful undercover operations ever carried out by the U.S. Department of Justice. The podcast Dark Wire tells the story in gripping detail, walking listeners through the creation of a fake encrypted phone company that gained the trust of major criminal organizations worldwide, without them realizing they were handing over evidence directly to law enforcement. After listening to the podcast,

For professional athletes, the biggest financial threats don’t come from bad investments or market crashes, they come from the people closest to them. Family members, childhood friends, and trusted advisors can quickly turn into financial predators, through manipulation, deception, and outright theft. Too often, athletes don’t realize what’s happening until it’s too late. At Intellex Forensics, we specialize in financial fraud investigation for athletes, helping them and their support teams uncover and prevent sports financial scams, mismanagement, and protecting Athletes

The new face of financial fraud: when AI works against us; that’s what we’re up against. AI has unlocked new tools not just for investigators, but also for fraudsters. Today, fake invoices, doctored receipts, and synthetic financial records can be generated in seconds with stunning accuracy. What once took hours of skilled forgery now requires only a few clicks and a simple prompt. We’re also seeing a surge in deepfake documents and synthetic identities, full digital profiles complete with transaction

In the sea of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the allure of reported earnings can be a siren song, promising untold riches. But just like pirate invoices, what you see isn’t always what you get. Don’t get wrecked on the rocks. A Quality of Earnings (QofE) report is the compass towards the true economic earnings of a target company. With a business destined for a new path, you are not just reading the maps, you are connecting the dots to create

For entrepreneurs, divorce isn’t just personal—it can shake the foundation of everything you’ve built. When your life and your business are closely tied together, untangling the two during a separation can quickly get complicated. Entrepreneur divorce and business protection require high-stakes decisions and clear, accurate financial information to protect not only the individuals involved but also the future of the business. Why It Feels Like a Hostile Takeover Legal battles over a business can be emotionally and financially exhausting. The

The new tariffs on imported cars have introduced significant challenges for businesses that rely on global supply chains. Effective April 3, 2025, these tariffs, set at 25%, target a wide range of imported vehicles and auto parts, including passenger vehicles, SUVs, light trucks, and critical auto components. This shift in policy, announced by President Trump, could have far-reaching effects on businesses, particularly in the automotive sector. These new tariffs could increase costs for companies sourcing imported vehicles and parts, potentially

Forensic Due Diligence The startup ecosystem thrives on bold ideas, disruptive innovation, and the promise of exponential returns. Investors are constantly searching for the next unicorn, but alongside these opportunities comes the risk of a mythical company. While traditional due diligence reviews financials and market potential, it often fails to uncover deeper vulnerabilities, the kind that can lead to fraud, regulatory issues, or financial disaster. This is where forensic due diligence becomes important. By investigating financial anomalies, undisclosed liabilities, and

Amazon refund fraud is making headlines as former University of Miami student Matthew Bergwall has agreed to pay $1.5 million in restitution after pleading guilty to mail fraud conspiracy. Bergwall, from Darien, Connecticut, was involved in a sophisticated return shipping scam that cost retailers over $8 million. How the Amazon Refund Fraud Worked Authorities say Bergwall participated in nearly 10,000 fraudulent returns, manipulating Amazon’s return system and other retailers’ policies to obtain refunds without actually returning the items. Amazon alone