Gate News message, April 29 — Singapore’s Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) highlighted that emerging technologies, particularly cryptocurrency, are presenting significant challenges to law enforcement and investigations. Speaking at the bureau’s annual data release press conference, CPIB officials noted that bribery schemes increasingly involve cryptocurrency, which exists in virtual networks and is difficult to trace and seize.
The agency identified several obstacles: cryptocurrency transactions are harder to track, suspects often use multiple devices complicating evidence collection, and cross-border criminal activity has become more facilitated by new technology. These factors often require CPIB to collaborate with overseas law enforcement agencies to piece together complete evidence chains.
However, CPIB emphasized it has established dedicated teams to handle cryptocurrency-related investigations and possesses the capability to trace and analyze digital assets. The bureau stated it is continuously upgrading investigative methods to counter evolving criminal tactics and will maintain focus on international cooperation in anti-corruption efforts amid changing global circumstances.
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