iraklis

Senior Research Analyst:

With a background in research leadership and project management at Cointelegraph, I bring a robust blend of cross-functional collaboration, process optimization, and strategic communication that aligns closely with the responsibilities outlined for a number of roles.
As both a Senior Research Analyst and the de facto Project Manager for Cointelegraph’s Research Department, I coordinated diverse internal workflows and streamlined project execution—ensuring content delivery met high-quality standards and tight timelines. I spearheaded process improvements across report production, content scheduling, interdepartmental communication, and client servicing. These contributions helped scale our output and empowered our lean team to meet increasingly complex deliverables.

My approach is both analytical and people-centered. I introduced effective frameworks such as weekly task tracking, centralized communications, and procedural documentation that enhanced our operational visibility and improved stakeholder reporting. I also handled communications with design, editorial, SEO, and marketing teams—translating business needs into actionable outcomes. I’ve also actively participated in external-facing roles, hosting panels and engaging C-level executives to foster relationships and build brand visibility at international summits.

Supporting multiple moving parts across departments while documenting, analyzing, and reporting progress is part of my daily rhythm. I’ve prepared monthly performance reports for leadership, assisted in data-driven landing page redesigns, and managed the full project lifecycle for reports distributed across major financial terminals.
Most importantly, "I believe in staying proactive and engaging in order to motivate my colleagues by making life easier and establishing a pleasant, collaborative environment for all of us to grow." This philosophy has consistently helped me anticipate issues, raise red flags early, and drive operational resilience.

Blockchain Forensics:

With over two years of direct experience in blockchain forensics, hands-on investigations across the EU, and extensive collaboration with law enforcement and courts, I believe I bring the investigative acumen, technical fluency, and legal awareness as a blockchain forensic investigator.
In my current role as a blockchain investigator and forensic analyst within the Cyprus and Greece jurisdictions, I have spearheaded multiple investigations—including a high-profile dispute involving over 30 BTC (valued at over $3.5 million). My work has involved clustering analysis, demixing identification, and heuristics-based risk assessments across dozens of cases. I’m proficient in the use of leading blockchain analytics tools, including TRM Labs, Elliptic, Anchain, Caudena, and Crystal Intelligence.

A particular strength of mine is translating complex blockchain investigations into clear, court-admissible documentation and expert testimony—a skill I’ve honed while supporting the Cypriot judiciary in formal proceedings. I’ve also developed an in-house OSINT-based algorithm to pull and visualize blockchain data for forensic purposes, further enhancing my team’s efficiency and analytical capabilities.
Beyond technical investigation, my work has always prioritized structure, transparency, and operational effectiveness. 

I’ve implemented frameworks such as weekly case tracking, centralized communication pipelines, and interdepartmental coordination tools to streamline collaboration between legal teams, law enforcement, and clients.