Clustering algorithms are used to identify blockchain addresses belonging to the same owner by analytical means.
Good clustering algorithms can identify hundreds of thousands of suspect’s blockchain addresses just based on one address confirmed as belonging to the suspect. This includes the determination of suspects’ addresses on different blockchain networks. In most cases clustering analysis gives the level of certainty sufficient to constitute evidence in the litigation phase.
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