About us
VALEGA Chain Analytics: Leading the Way in Cryptocurrency Compliance and Forensics
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Helsinki, VALEGA Chain Analytics specialises in financial fraud and compliance investigations, particularly within the cryptocurrency sector.
Our mission is to enhance transparency and security in the digital asset space by providing state-of-the-art anti-money laundering (AML) and forensic solutions.
VALEGA vision
As the digital asset sector continues to evolve, VALEGA Chain Analytics is committed to staying at the forefront of innovation. By continuously enhancing our technology and expanding our services, we aim to become a global leader in cryptocurrency compliance and forensics.
Our solutions are designed to not only meet current regulatory requirements but also to anticipate future developments, ensuring that our clients are always a step ahead.
Services
VALEGA Chain Analytics has not only refined its expertise in digital currency fraud but has also expanded its services to offer comprehensive financial compliance solutions through our business intelligence service, which includes:
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Litigation Support & Forensics
Comprehensive investigations into financial crimes involving digital currencies.
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Investigative Due Diligence & AML
Thorough examination of individuals or companies, focusing on crypto assets and transaction histories.
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Cryptocurrency Transaction Monitoring
Real-time monitoring of blockchain transactions to identify suspicious activities and ensure regulatory compliance.
VALEGA Team
Led by Founders Sven Martinsson (CEO), Jonathan Pallares (Head of Product and Partnerships), Jorge Santos (CTO), Harri Pekkanen (Global Head of Sales) and Jens Herzog (CFO), our team of investigators, developers and analysts bring a wealth of experience in financial services, blockchain technology, and regulatory compliance.
Together, we have built a platform that not only addresses the needs of large institutions but also caters to SMEs, promoting broader adoption of secure and compliant crypto transactions.
Milestones and Achievements
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Successful Funding Rounds
VALEGA secured €300,000 in a first angel seed round in 2020 led by the Finnish Business Angels Network (FiBAN) and Accelerator Frankfurt, highlighting strong investor confidence.
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Strategic Partnerships
In 2023, Katalysen Ventures and Alaco Analytics acquired an initial 10% stake in VALEGA, further solidifying our market position and enabling us to leverage regulatory changes under the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework.
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High-Profile Cases
Our expertise has been recognised in high-profile investigations, including the Twitter hack involving prominent figures like Bill Gates and Elon Musk and the Finnish Vastaamo psychotherapy hack (one of the biggest in Nordic history).
