Cryptocurrencies and crime: Challenges and solutions that emerged from the Crypto Symposium in Lugano

Post on: 14.07.2025

The Crypto Symposium, held this week in Lugano, turned the spotlight on the delicate issue of the relationship between cryptocurrencies and criminal activities. International experts and local authorities openly discussed the opportunities offered by digital, without neglecting the inevitable challenges related to security and regulation.

Why have cryptocurrencies become attractive to crime?

Cryptocurrencies, thanks to their decentralized nature and the ability to carry out anonymous transactions, They have also quickly established themselves as the tools of choice for cybercriminals, hackers and illegal organizations. Money laundering, cyber scams, and ransomware are just a few examples of how these technologies can be misused.

Key topics addressed at the Crypto Symposium

• Cryptocurrency regulation: How to create effective regulations without stifling digital innovation.
• Security technologies: Advanced tools to monitor and counter the illicit use of digital currencies.
• International cooperation: Need for global coordination to counter transnational cryptocurrency-related crimes.
• Education and awareness: The importance of informing and raising awareness among citizens and businesses about the risks associated with these technologies.

The solutions proposed by the experts

During the event, numerous operational solutions emerged to effectively address these issues. These include the proposal to use advanced blockchain technologies to track suspicious transactions, AI-based data analysis systems to identify criminal activity, and the importance of creating common international standards to regulate the sector.

Reactions and commitments of the Swiss authorities

The Swiss authorities, Present at the symposium, they reaffirmed their commitment to the fight against digital crime, underlining the strategic importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors. The Canton of Ticino, in particular, is a candidate to become an international model for security and transparency in digital transactions.

Next steps for digital Ticino

After the success of the Crypto Symposium, the next goal for the Canton of Ticino is to implement some of the recommendations that emerged during the event, with the intention of consolidating Lugano as a European hub for blockchain and secure cryptocurrencies. Further meetings and workshops are already scheduled to keep the debate alive and continue to find concrete solutions.

The Crypto Symposium in Lugano has therefore charted the course for a safer and more transparent digital future, highlighting how collaboration, technology and education can be the best weapons against cybercrime.