PMI Cyber Forensics Division Explores TRM Labs Blockchain Investigative Tools

Cryptocurrency has created new opportunities for financial crime, money laundering, and fraud, challenging investigators to trace transactions across a constantly shifting digital landscape. As more criminal enterprises rely on blockchain networks to conceal their activity, traditional investigative methods are no longer enough. That is why Preventative Measures Investigations (PMI) is actively exploring TRM Labs, one of the most advanced blockchain intelligence platforms available to law enforcement, regulators, and investigative agencies.

TRM Labs, based in San Francisco, offers a suite of investigative and compliance tools designed to detect, trace, and disrupt crypto-facilitated crime. Its platform covers more than 40 blockchains and over 200 million digital assets, giving investigators the ability to follow money across networks that were once considered untraceable. For PMI’s Cyber Forensics Division, these capabilities align directly with our mission to provide clients and law enforcement partners with actionable intelligence that meets evidentiary standards.

The flagship of TRM’s platform is its Forensics module, which allows investigators to conduct universal tracing between entities and addresses across multiple blockchains. It highlights suspicious behavioral patterns such as layering or “peeling chains,” and every attribution includes a source and confidence score to strengthen credibility in court. Features like Seed Analysis, transaction fingerprinting, and multi-route path-finding give investigators an unprecedented level of visibility into digital wallets and the movement of funds.

For frontline operations, TRM offers Triage, a mobile-first tool that enables officers to scan QR codes, ATM receipts, or partial wallet addresses in the field and immediately view balances, transaction histories, and risk categories. This quick-response capability is particularly useful when investigators encounter crypto artifacts during searches or arrests, allowing them to take the right legal steps in real time.

Other modules, such as BlockINT API, integrate blockchain intelligence into existing case-management and compliance systems, while tools like Transaction Monitoring, Wallet Screening, and Entity Screening support ongoing oversight of suspicious activity. Each product is designed to meet the investigative lifecycle from initial triage through courtroom presentation.

For Florida investigators, these tools are particularly relevant. Under the Florida Money Laundering Act, virtual currency is legally defined as a “monetary instrument,” placing it under the same regulatory framework as cash or checks. This means that cryptocurrency

can be seized, forfeited, and introduced into court proceedings, provided investigators follow proper protocols. TRM’s emphasis on transparency, attribution, and audit trails helps ensure that evidence withstands scrutiny under Florida law.

At PMI, we are currently learning and expanding our capabilities in blockchain and cryptocurrency investigations. We already maintain a set of tools to support tracing and analysis in this area, but we recognize that this is a complex and ever-evolving field. Our team is committed to building expertise and plans to offer these types of investigations as a dedicated service in the very near future. Exploring TRM Labs is part of this growth, ensuring that our investigators are equipped with the most advanced resources available.

The rise of crypto-related crime demands new approaches. By investing in training, adopting cutting-edge technology, and partnering with leaders like TRM Labs, PMI is preparing to stay one step ahead. Our clients can have confidence that no matter how criminals attempt to hide their financial trails, PMI will continue to pursue them with precision, adaptability, and a commitment to the truth.