Ask HN: Tools for basic AML screening of personal crypto wallets
20 MagnimousFary 7 5/22/2025, 3:18:09 AM
I'm looking for simple, reliable tools that provide basic AML (anti-money laundering) risk insights for individual crypto wallets. Ideally, these tools shouldn’t require enterprise-level subscriptions or integrations. I mostly deal with P2P and OTC trades, so I’m looking for something lightweight but still useful in assessing whether a wallet has ties to high-risk activity, hacks, or sanctioned entities.
I’ve come across a few services, but most seem geared toward large institutions or exchanges. Curious to hear what others are using for personal or small-scale screening, and how accurate or helpful you’ve found them.
Comments (7)
Stefan21 · 14m ago
The same thought goes through my mind-again-wallet risk tools seem built for the compliance officer, not for applications in the retail sector. It would be awesome to have a tool where it is really that simple: paste the address and have the application spit out either a firm yes or no regarding risk.
olivia1 · 25m ago
I had similar requirements and decided on Satoshi Eye. It works somewhat like a lightweight AML check on individuals — not something cumbersome like big enterprise dashboards. You have wallet screening, analysis from source to destination, and basic summaries of red flags. Very useful if you just don't want to complete tasks using CSVs or compliance-heavy interfaces.
LunaVesper1 · 3h ago
Following this thread. I’ve seen some Telegram bots and browser plug-ins that claim to flag risky wallets, but most don’t offer context or sources. Would be good to hear what actually works for individuals, especially outside major exchanges.
mouse_ · 9h ago
The only way to ensure your bitcoin is squeaky clean is to mine it yourself.
kazinator · 8h ago
There should be a cryptocurrency powered by everyone mining their own business.
KnoxVale1 · 7h ago
Would love to see an open-source wallet scoring engine — even basic flag detection would be useful.
LeoNebula1 · 7h ago
Satoshi Eye is a solid one. It’s built for retail, doesn’t require sign-up, and flags wallets based on exposure to scams, darknet, and sanctions. It even tracks where stolen crypto landed.