Client Case Experiences

Client Experiences & Case Reflections | Wayvantis Investigations

Our Investigation Standards

Every case includes:

  • Structured intake assessment
  • Transaction hash validation
  • Wallet clustering analysis
  • Exchange interaction identification
  • Formal intelligence report delivery
  • Compliance-ready documentation

We focus on documented clarity before outcome speculation.

2023 Case Reflections

5 cases
Case File WV-2023-006
Binary Options ERC-20 Nigeria
Fraud Type Binary Options Crypto Hybrid Scam
Network ERC-20
Location Nigeria
Loss $8,400
“They explained what was realistically traceable and what wasn’t. No unrealistic promises. Within three weeks, I received a documented wallet movement map showing how my funds were distributed.”

Outcome Summary

  • 7 wallet clusters identified
  • Exchange routing detected
  • Intelligence report delivered
Case File WV-2023-018
Romance Fraud TRC20 UK
Fraud Type Romance Crypto Fraud
Network TRC20 (USDT)
Location UK
Loss £19,200
“The emotional aspect was heavy, but their approach was professional and structured. The final report was something I could take to my solicitor.”

Outcome Summary

  • Multi-hop wallet trace
  • Compliance escalation initiated
  • Legal-ready documentation issued
Case File WV-2023-031
Investment Broker ERC-20 Ireland
Fraud Type Impersonated Investment Broker
Network ERC-20
Location Ireland
Loss €24,600

Outcome Summary

  • Exchange-linked wallet identified
  • KYC compliance notification sent
  • Partial account review confirmed
Case File WV-2023-042
Pig Butchering BSC Singapore
Fraud Type Pig Butchering Investment Scam
Network BSC
Location Singapore
Loss $62,000
“The investigation revealed a complex network of wallets spanning multiple jurisdictions. Their persistence in tracing through multiple layers was impressive.”

Outcome Summary

  • 23 wallet clusters mapped
  • Three exchange touchpoints identified
  • Comprehensive flow diagram delivered
Case File WV-2023-057
Fake Exchange ERC-20 Brazil
Fraud Type Fake Cryptocurrency Exchange
Network ERC-20
Location Brazil
Loss $15,800

Outcome Summary

  • Fake platform infrastructure identified
  • Wallet drain patterns documented
  • Evidence package prepared for authorities

2024 Case Reflections

6 cases
Case File WV-2024-004
DeFi BSC Germany
Fraud Type DeFi Liquidity Trap
Network BSC
Location Germany
Loss €16,300
“The documentation was technical but clearly explained. It felt like hiring investigators, not marketers.”

Outcome Summary

  • Smart contract audit review
  • Drain mechanism analysis
  • Structured forensic report delivered
Case File WV-2024-022
Telegram TRC20 South Africa
Fraud Type Telegram Signal Investment Scam
Network TRC20
Location South Africa
Loss $11,700

Outcome Summary

  • 11 wallet path analysis
  • Cross-border exchange interaction
  • Compliance request submitted
Case File WV-2024-037
AI Platform ERC-20 USA
Fraud Type Fake AI Trading Platform
Network ERC-20
Location United States
Loss $42,900
“They were upfront about timeline expectations. The clarity helped me decide next steps calmly.”

Outcome Summary

  • 14 transaction hops traced
  • Exchange deposit wallet identified
  • Partial freeze request processed
Case File WV-2024-051
Mining TRC20 Canada
Fraud Type Mining Platform Exit Scam
Network TRC20
Location Canada
Loss $28,000

Outcome Summary

  • Cluster behavior profiling
  • Wallet aggregation mapping
  • Intelligence report delivered
Case File WV-2024-068
NFT Polygon Japan
Fraud Type NFT Collection Rug Pull
Network Polygon
Location Japan
Loss $33,500
“They traced the funds across multiple chains and identified the exit wallets. The level of detail was exceptional.”

Outcome Summary

  • Cross-chain movement mapped
  • Developer wallet cluster identified
  • Exchange submission prepared
Case File WV-2024-082
Impersonation ERC-20 Mexico
Fraud Type Exchange Support Impersonation
Network ERC-20
Location Mexico
Loss $9,200

Outcome Summary

  • Fraudulent support pattern documented
  • Wallet address tracing completed
  • Prevention guidance delivered

2025 Case Reflections

6 cases
Case File WV-2025-009
App Clone ERC-20 Australia
Fraud Type Investment App Clone Scam
Network ERC-20
Location Australia
Loss $13,500
“They didn’t oversell recovery. They explained risks clearly.”

Outcome Summary

  • Contract interaction review
  • Exchange endpoint detection
  • Formal documentation prepared
Case File WV-2025-017
Mentorship TRC20 Nigeria
Fraud Type Social Media Crypto Mentorship Scam
Network TRC20
Location Nigeria
Loss $6,200

Outcome Summary

  • Wallet behavior pattern analysis
  • Scam cluster linked to previous cases
  • Structured report delivered
Case File WV-2025-033
High-Yield ERC-20 USA
Fraud Type High-Yield Investment Platform
Network ERC-20
Location United States
Loss $54,800
“The report gave me leverage in communicating with the exchange’s compliance team.”

Outcome Summary

  • Exchange KYC wallet identified
  • Compliance escalation completed
  • Partial freeze confirmed
Case File WV-2025-048
NFT ERC-20 France
Fraud Type NFT Minting Rug Pull
Network ERC-20
Location France
Loss €9,900

Outcome Summary

  • Smart contract liquidity drain traced
  • Wallet consolidation analysis
  • Legal documentation prepared
Case File WV-2025-061
Ponzi TRC20 India
Fraud Type Crypto Ponzi Scheme
Network TRC20
Location India
Loss $27,500
“They helped me understand the flow of funds even though recovery was unlikely. The clarity was worth it.”

Outcome Summary

  • Fund flow mapping completed
  • Consolidation wallets identified
  • Prevention guidance provided
Case File WV-2025-079
Wallet Drainer ERC-20 Netherlands
Fraud Type Wallet Drainer Malware
Network ERC-20
Location Netherlands
Loss $18,300

Outcome Summary

  • Malware pattern analysis
  • Destination wallets traced
  • Security recommendations delivered

2026 Case Reflections (January–February)

4 cases
Case File WV-2026-003
AI Bot ERC-20 UAE
Fraud Type AI Arbitrage Bot Scam
Network ERC-20
Location United Arab Emirates
Loss $17,200

Outcome Summary

  • Bot contract behavior reviewed
  • 6-wallet cluster identified
  • Intelligence report delivered
Case File WV-2026-008
Telegram TRC20 Ireland
Fraud Type Telegram Investment Syndicate
Network TRC20
Location Ireland
Loss €25,400
“They operated with structure and discipline. That alone separated them from others.”

Outcome Summary

  • Multi-chain wallet trace
  • Exchange compliance outreach
  • Case documentation completed
Case File WV-2026-014
OTC ERC-20 UK
Fraud Type Cross-Border OTC Fraud
Network ERC-20
Location United Kingdom
Loss £31,000

Outcome Summary

  • OTC intermediary wallet mapping
  • Exchange identification
  • Escalation advisory provided
Case File WV-2026-021
Romance BSC Spain
Fraud Type Romance Scam with Crypto
Network BSC
Location Spain
Loss €14,200
“They handled my case with sensitivity and professionalism. The report was clear and useful for authorities.”

Outcome Summary

  • Communication pattern analysis
  • Wallet tracing completed
  • Evidence package delivered

Aggregate Investigation Metrics

2023 – February 2026

240+
Structured Investigations
74%
Exchange Interaction
65%
Cross-Border Cases
89%
Compliance Documentation
100%
Intelligence Report Delivered

Why We Publish Structured Reflections

Wayvantis does not advertise guaranteed recovery rates.

What Was Traced

Documented blockchain analysis and wallet mapping

What Was Escalated

Exchange interactions and compliance submissions

What Was Delivered

Intelligence reports and structured documentation

What Remains Under Review

Ongoing case developments and pending actions

This maintains professional integrity and client privacy.

Important Transparency Notice

Wayvantis is not:

  • A law enforcement agency
  • A hacking group
  • A fund reversal service
  • A guaranteed recovery provider

We operate as a blockchain intelligence and forensic advisory firm.

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