Police Scotland says serious and organized criminal groups are increasingly turning to cryptocurrency, contributing to a 2,000% increase in related lawsuits since 2019.
Police Scotland says cryptocurrency-related crime has risen by about 2,000% since 2019 as more serious and organized criminal groups “quickly adapt and utilize new ways to obfuscate their activities.”
The number of cases mentioned by the figure is unknown, but authorities suggest that codes play a growing role in fraud and organized crime across Scotland. In its annual 2025 report, Scottish police revealed that it does not yet have a dedicated crypto team, but said “developing non-cybercrime capabilities is ongoing.”
Executives are beginning to use two tracking tools and tracking tools, reportedly alongside “the majority of the UK and major international law enforcement agencies.” The unit is also part of the National Cryptocurrency Working Group, which focuses on “approaches, training and development that include designing training pathways to include expert witness testimony.”
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The statement comes after Scottish legal precedents, in order for prosecutors to use the proceeds of criminal law to convert stolen cryptocurrencies into physical cash. The Edinburgh High Court has approved a conversion of 23.5 Bitcoin linked to John Ross Renny to £109,601. Rennie was described as the “technical brain” behind a violent robbery in Lanarkshire, Scotland.
Officials say the proposed cyber and fraud commands aim to allow “a systematic approach and responsibilities regarding cryptocurrencies” and bring Scotland’s response closer to other UK jurisdictions’ responses with dedicated crypto teams.
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