Session Description:

The presentation will cover the two most current trends in illicit cryptocurrency use, how the victims are targeted and what we can do collectively to help stop the epidemic.

Speaker(s):

Det. Matthew Hogan, MS, CAMS, CECFE, CCI, Connecticut State Police

Detective Hogan has been in law enforcement for almost 14 years, starting his career in Georgia and continuing it in Connecticut, Matt has been with CT State Police for over 10 years. He holds a BS in Fire Science and obtained his Master of Science in Financial Crime from the University of New Haven. During his career in law enforcement, Detective Hogan has held various positions, most recently as a detective with the Connecticut State Police. As an Eastern District Major Crime Detective, Matt has focused his attention on white collar and financial crimes recognizing significant growth in this sector. Matt has also been assigned to the US Secret Service CT Financial Crimes Task Force and IRS SAR review team. A recipient of numerous commendations to include the State Police Outstanding Service Award and Unit Citation, Detective Hogan’s work has been recognized at every level of law enforcement. Matt is CAMS certified, Certified crypto currency investigator and has cyber investigations experience. In December of 2022, he joined the Board of the ACAMS Connecticut Chapter as a Membership Director.