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– Chainalysis is bringing to market blockchain analytics agents that the platform envisions will provide investigative capabilities to users seeking AI solutions.

At the Chainalysis Links conference in New York on Tuesday, the firm announced that these blockchain analytics agents are not like standard AI tools based on language models, comparing them to an experienced investigator working at the speed of a machine.

The company plans to begin deploying agents this summer so that organizations can ramp up their digital asset management efforts.

We’re starting where we believe we can make the most impact: in investigations and compliance, co-founder and CEO Jonathan Levine said in a company blog post. As attackers increasingly use artificial intelligence to expand their operations, it’s critical that those who stand up to them do the same.

The company’s move is similar to a recent initiative by TRM Labs, which last week introduced AI Investigative Assistants for those involved in tracking funds, auditing and investigating cybercrime.

Chainalysis said it has used AI agents in the early stages of development to conduct similar investigations and collect data.

Earlier this year, Chainalysis reported that the number of ransomware attacks has increased by 50% by 2025. However, the payouts from these incidents during the same period dropped 8% from $892 million to $820 million, representing an 8% drop from 2024.