DFC 2025, held on November 4–5 at Sava Centar, Belgrade, brought together over 300 participants from 25+ countries, reaffirming its place as one of Europe's leading events in cybercrime investigations.
Bringing together top experts, law enforcement professionals, and industry leaders, the conference served as a vital platform for discussing the latest trends, challenges, and strategies in financial sextortion, AI-driven cybercrime, blockchain forensics, ransomware, and threat intelligence.
SPEAKERS
Cameron Emerson
GoogleCameron Emerson leads User Protection Services for Google Cloud in EMEA, helping organizations combat fraud and abuse. A Google veteran of over 10 years, he is passionate about stopping online scams. Now based in London, Cameron has visited more than 56 Google offices worldwide, giving him a unique global perspective with actionable local insights.
Minh Dao
ChainalysisPrior to joining Chainalysis, Minh Ngoc Dao served as a law enforcement agent in Germany within the Department for Organized Crime. There she specialized in combating various facets of criminal activity, with a primary focus on money laundering, asset recovery and financial investigations. With experience in navigating complex financial landscapes, she has leveraged techniques such as blockchain analysis to uncover illicit financial activities, dismantle criminal networks and facilitate the recovery of unlawfully obtained assets.
Paul Raffile
Risk RadarPaul Raffile is an intelligence analyst specializing in global cybercrime and transnational organized crime. He has led digital investigations across government and corporate sectors, uncovering emerging threats at the intersection of cybersecurity and national security. He began his career supporting U.S. government intelligence collection efforts focused on ISIS and other terrorist groups, analyzing and disrupting extremist networks. Transitioning to the private sector, Paul applied his expertise to protect companies, places, and people from a range of emerging threats. He has held senior roles in corporate intelligence, most recently serving as Vice President of Risk Intelligence at Teneo and as a Cyber Threat Intelligence Manager at Booz Allen Hamilton. Paul's work has consistently focused on identifying and mitigating online threats before they escalate. His recent research into global financial sextortion syndicates—cybercrime networks targeting youth across digital platforms—has been featured by major media outlets including NBC News, Bloomberg, BBC, and The New York Times. His findings have directly contributed to safety updates on leading social media platforms, enhancing online protections for vulnerable users worldwide. Beyond operational work, Paul has trained law enforcement, government agencies, and private sector professionals in intelligence analysis, threat disruption, and digital investigations, helping to strengthen institutional capacity across sectors. Paul earned his master’s degree from Harvard University. He holds bachelor’s degrees in National Security Studies and Global Studies from the University of New Haven. With a career that bridges frontline intelligence work and strategic risk management, Paul continues to lead efforts that safeguard both digital and physical environments from complex, evolving threats.
Pamela A. Clegg
IVIXPamela joined IVIX in February 2025, as Vice President, Latin America. In her role, she works closely with governments to provide AI-powered solutions to leverage Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) and advanced technologies to find illicit business activity and funds flows around the world to fight financial crime and close the tax gap. She is responsible for leading and executing IVIX’s growth strategy and customer engagement across the Latin America region. Via her own a advisory firm, Pamela also continues to provide consulting and advisory services in the crypto space, working directly to support stablecoin issuers, crypto investigations and blockchain projects. Prior to IVIX, Pamela was the Chief Compliance and AML Officer at United Texas Bank, overseeing and managing all aspects of compliance within the bank, including digital asset and foreign correspondent banking activity. Before UTB, Pamela served as VP of Crypto Investigations and Risk for Ciphertrace at Mastercard. In this role, she worked with governments, law enforcement officials, regulators, law firms, and financial institutions worldwide to address cryptocurrency risks and conduct financial investigations. Additionally, she served several years as AVP - BSA and Information Security at First State Bank. Pamela brings international experience in investigations, due diligence, and operations, primarily in Latin America, during her 10+ year tenure with the U.S. Government. She obtained her B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin, an MBA from the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS). She has led trainings and workshops, and spoken on cryptocurrency and financial crimes globally, including: INTERPOL, UN, EUROPOL, IRS, USSS, Basel Governance, ACAMS, ACFCS and other international and federal organizations. Languages: English, Español, Português
Erin O’Loughlin
Association of Certified Financial Crime SpecialistsErin O'Loughlin is the Sr Director of Training for the Association of Certified Financial Crimes Specialists (ACFCS). Prior to joining ACFCS in 2021, she spent 11 years in the financial crime compliance industry, conducting anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud investigations for Bank of America, proactive risk investigations for Western Union, and then as an Investigations Manager for Coinbase. Prior to joining the private sector, Mrs. O'Loughlin spent ten years in the U.S. Intelligence Community, serving in multiple overseas locations, including two active war zones. Mrs. O'Loughlin specializes in investigations, terror finance methodologies, risk and cryptocurrency compliance.
Dan Cuciurianu
Council of EuropeDaniel CUCIURIANU has been with the Council of Europe since 2022, as Programme Manager of the iPROCEEDS-2 and CyberSEE Projects, both dedicated to enhance the criminal justice response of South-East Europe and Turkiye to cybercrime and electronic evidence, in line with the provisions of the Convention on Cybercrime, its Second Protocol and European Union objectives. Before joining his current role, he served for 20 years as a police officer of the Romanian National Police, ultimately holding the position of Head of the Bucharest Cybercrime Department, where he led joint investigation teams for cross-border operations such as RESIDENT, COLD LAKE and BRUNO, additionally acting as a consultant on capacity building in cybercrime. Daniel holds a Master’s degree in Criminal Investigation and a Bachelor’s degree in Law.
Ralph Kyburz
Zurich Cantonal PoliceRalph Kyburz has worked for the Kantonspolizei Zürich for eight years, supporting many complex investigations relating to cryptocurrency and other digital traces. He is currently working in the Digital Forensics Unit of the Cybercrime division supporting the acquisition and forensic analysis of digital evidence. Since 2020 he is also part of the specialised cryptocurrency investigations team working on analysis and seizure of crypto assets. He is also teaching in several academic programs for network forensics, cryptocurrency investigations as well as application and operating system artifacts. He regularly travels in Europe but also overseas to conferences relating to Digital Forensics, cryptocurrencies and cybercrime. Building strategic relationships with the global LE community, prosecutors, judges and the private sector are part of his passion. Lately he worked some of the biggest cases in drug trafficking in Switzerland analysing blockchain traces, darknet investigations as well as other surveillance measures. Digital traces, demixing of crypo asset transfers and surveillance measures are part of his daily working routine.
Bjorn Clevers
Federal Judicial Police West Flanders, BelgiumBjorn Clevers is a law enforcement officer with over 22 years of experience in both regional and federal units. His expertise in cybercrime investigations dates back to 2018, when he co-founded the local computer crime unit within his former regional police department. From the start, Bjorn realized that technical skills alone are not enough; combining them with a tactical investigative approach is key to effectively tackling cyber-related crime. Since 2019, he is specialized in cryptocurrency investigations, building a proven track record in uncovering crypto investment scams. He co-authored the basic cryptocurrency course, which he teaches to first responders. In 2023, Bjorn was appointed head of the Cybercrime Team at the Federal Judicial Police West Flanders, where his team focuses primarily on ransomware, cryptocurrency-related crime, BEC scams, and complex hacking cases. He strongly invests in the strategic approach and in developing a shared vision together with prosecutors and judges. Above all, Bjorn is a strong advocate of public–private cooperation.
Larry Cameron
Paradigm IntelligenceLarry Cameron is a highly accomplished cybersecurity and forensics expert with an extensive background in combating human trafficking and child exploitation. As the Chief Information Security Officer at the Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative, he leads the Blockchain Forensics Team and serves as an Open-Source Intelligence Analyst for the National Child Protection Task Force. Additionally, Larry holds the position of Head of Cyber Security at the Cyber Rights Organization and is a Trainer for InterPol, where he is also a member of the Human Trafficking Expert Group (HTEG). As a Professor of Computer Forensics and Cloud Security programs at St. Lawrence College, Larry imparts his expertise to the next generation of professionals. Throughout his career, he has provided training to the FBI Counter Terrorism, Child Exploitation, and Human Trafficking Task Forces, as well as to over 1,000 law enforcement agencies. These include the Department of Homeland Security (NTC, HSI, CBP), ATF, USSS, USMS, IRS, DIA, DoD, NCIS, Army CID, BorderPol, EuroPol, RCMP, and various other organizations across North America and internationally. Currently, Larry is developing training materials for more than 5,400 agencies that constitute the 61 Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Forces, further demonstrating his commitment to the cause and the profound impact of his work.
Andreas Hable
Criminal Intelligence Service AustriaAndreas Hable is a cryptocurrency investigator at the Criminal Intelligence Service Austria, specializing in tracing, seizing, and storage of cryptocurrencies. Prior to this, he served as a UAS operator and TVV trainer in a Bilateral mission Gevegelija in North Macedonia, focusing on border protection and the prevention of illegal migration. From 2015 to 2022, he worked as an Officer in police department in Vienna.
Nathaniel Fried
Osint IndustriesNathaniel Fried is a British technology entrepreneur, OSINT specialist, and CEO of OSINT Industries, delivering advanced investigative tools to law enforcement, journalists, and security professionals worldwide. He previously founded Turgensec, a UK national security startup funded by GCHQ/NCSC that was later acquired by a US-based firm. Nathaniel has trained law enforcement agencies across the globe in advanced OSINT methodologies, with a focus on ethical and operational intelligence gathering. He has been featured in the Financial Times for his contributions to intelligence, cybersecurity, and government efficien
Sanja Tomić
Association of Serbian BanksSanja Tomić, born in Belgrade, is a seasoned banking professional with over 30 years of industry experience and more than 25 years in managerial roles. She earned her Master’s degree from the University of Economy in Belgrade and holds certificates in International Trade & Finance (Bank Austria; EBRD), AML/CFT (ATTF Luxembourg), FATCA (KPMG), Fraud Prevention (PwC Austria), and Middle Management (IEDC). Her early career (1993–2001) at Prva preduzetnička banka (now NLB Komercijalna) saw her rise from Officer to Deputy Head of International Operations, leading process automation, ISO adoption, and FX dealing. At UniCredit Bank Serbia (2001–2011), she headed Payments Operations and founded its AML/compliance division. From 2011 to 2017, as Head of Compliance at Hypo-Alpe-Adria/Addiko Bank Belgrade, she restructured the compliance team and strengthened board reporting. Since 2017, she has been Special Advisor for International Operations & Compliance at the Serbian Banking Association, coordinating regulatory dialogue, organizing industry events, and guiding sector-wide AML, FX, PSD2, and data-protection initiatives. Fluent in English and proficient with Windows, PowerPoint, and Excel, she excels in project implementation, training, and risk management.
Adam Myslikovjan
Criminal Police and Investigation Service, Police of the Czech Republic
- Chief Commissioner
Adam Myslikovjan
Criminal Police and Investigation Service, Police of the Czech RepublicAdam Myslikovjan is a Chief Commissioner at the Criminal Police and Investigation Service of the Czech Republic and Council of Europe expert. With over a decade of experience in various policing roles, he currently serves as the national contact point for cybercrime. His background includes operational work in patrol, surveillance, and crowd control, as well as specialized roles in cybercrime investigation. He holds a degree in Security Management in Public Administration from the Police Academy of the Czech Republic in Prague.
Milena Nikolić
Siemens Energy
Vladimir Petrović
Unicom TelecomVladimir Petrovic is an experienced engineer with over 20 years of expertise in systems engineering, specializing in cybersecurity and networking solutions. Currently holding the position of Team Leader for Cybersecurity & SOC at Unicom Telecom d.o.o. Serbia, his role encompasses team management, project coordination, and performance monitoring. Previously, Vladimir served as a Consultant at the same company, where he was deeply involved in security operations, client advisory, and pre-sales activities. His tenure at Saga d.o.o. Serbia saw him in various leadership roles, including Director of Security Solutions, where he successfully launched a new department and spearheaded major projects that included designing and implementing security solutions for significant industry players. Vladimir holds a Master’s Degree in Telecommunication from Belgrade University and has obtained numerous certifications including CCIE Security, CISSP, CCSP and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. He is an active member of ISACA, contributing as a speaker at various conferences and a writer for industry publications. His skills are complemented by strong leadership abilities, critical thinking, and a proven record of managing complex network environments and delivering innovative solutions that enhance business operations and security.
Nikola Begović
Public Sector EMEA, MicrosoftWith a decade long work experience in the Government security enforcement agency, Nikola gained an invaluable experience and knowledge in security and technology-related fields. Successfully proven track record of working in different security engagements and capacities. Holding a BA Law degree, CEPOL cert., and several SANS security certs. Passionate about cybersecurity, investigation, OSINT technology, AI. Working with the Government officials in SoC modernization trough the scope of strategic partnership increasing overall cybersecurity resiliency on the national level.
Amit Levin
XchaingeFormer prosecutor at the Israeli Ministry of Justice and former head of the economic division at the State Attorney's Cyber Unit, with over a decade of experience at the forefront of financial crime enforcement. A recognized expert in the fields of anti-money laundering, blockchain investigations, and counter-terrorism financing, including hands-on investigative work at Binance's special crypto sanctions team. Currently the CEO and co-founder of Xchainge, a company that develops advanced solutions at the intersection of blockchain technology and regulatory compliance in the field of virtual currencies.
Petar Nikolić
Archibald InitiativePetar Nikolić is a senior student at the University of Belgrade, and an aspiring penetration tester. He has competed in dozens of hacking competitions, on a national level and beyond, where he strengthened his knowledge of offensive cybersecurity. Through hacking challenges, Petar has developed considerable skills when it comes to cryptography.
Marius Andrita
Romanian National PoliceMarius Andrita is a Cyber Forensic Specialist within the Romanian Police, serving since 2016. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to numerous successful national and international operations. His expertise lies primarily in live data forensics and encryption, with a strong focus on the practical challenges of digital evidence acquisition and secure analysis.
Vladimir Maruna
mLogicaWith more than thirty years of diverse experience, Vladimir is responsible for the design and implementation of conceptual and technical architecture for mLogica’s CAP*M big data platform, as well as for enterprise architecture governance and SDLC integration across the mLogica portfolio. Vladimir served as CTO at MD & Profy until 2021, when MD & Profy joined mLogica. His experience includes developing IT solutions in wide and heterogeneous domains including real-time SCADA systems and analytics for manufacturing and gas distribution, telecommunications, government tax authorities, gaming, healthcare and more. In addition, he has extensive experience in the development of metadata governance frameworks, methodologies and supporting solutions that have been implemented in major banks and credit bureaus throughout Austria, Turkey and the Middle East. His rich, diversified background enables him to devise sound, sustainable architecture and design for all layers of a solution, including modeling and metadata tooling for efficient, out-of-the-box, long-lasting architecture and solutions. Vladimir has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering from University of Novi Sad. He and his wife split their time between homes in Belgrade, Serbia and Rovinj, Croatia.
Tackling Emerging Cyber Threats
The digital landscape is evolving rapidly, with cybercriminals leveraging AI and sophisticated fraud techniques to exploit financial systems. DFC 2025 focused on critical topics such as:
Financial Sextortion & Youth Protection
International investigations into cybercrime syndicates targeting minors through social media extortion.
AI Manipulation in Cybercrime
Deepfakes and AI-generated phishing campaigns, and how AI is used both offensively and defensively.
Blockchain Forensics & Cryptocurrency Compliance
Tracing illicit on-chain activity, mixers, privacy coins, and linking wallets to real-world actors.
AML/CTF, Ransomware & Threat Intelligence
Regulatory frameworks and incident response best practices.
Workshops & Hands-On Training
Specialized workshops equipped participants with practical skills in ransomware investigation, blockchain forensics, and regulatory reporting. Sessions covered key areas such as:
Ransomware Investigation & Dark Web Techniques
SAR/STR Reporting for U.S. & EU FIUs
Blockchain Forensics & Crypto Investigations
A Platform for Networking & Collaboration
Beyond the knowledge-sharing sessions, DFC 2025 fostered collaboration among cybersecurity professionals, law enforcement, and industry stakeholders. The event underscored the importance of global cooperation in tackling financial cybercrime and advancing forensic methodologies.
As cyber threats continue to evolve, conferences like DFC 2025 play a vital role in shaping the future of cyber defense, ensuring that experts and law enforcement agencies stay ahead of emerging risks.
Stay tuned for insights and key takeaways from the sessions, and follow us for updates on the next edition of DFC!
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