Pathfinder

Updated: November 19, 2024


Summary

The video introduces the Pathfinder tool, designed to automate the process of finding paths between addresses within a 16-hop range. Users can choose from options like shortest path, multiple path, closest entity, and illicit address path to view relationships and paths between addresses. The tool can be utilized for various purposes, such as tracing funds flow, identifying entities related to addresses, and investigating connections with illicit addresses for law enforcement and compliance purposes.


Introduction to Pathfinder Tool

Introduces the Pathfinder tool and its purpose of automating the process of finding paths between addresses, highlighting direct and indirect relationships within a 16-hop range.

Pathfinder Features and Options

Explains how to use the Pathfinder feature by selecting options like shortest path, multiple path, closest entity, and illicit address path to create paths and relationships between addresses.

Shortest and Multiple Path Options

Details the use of shortest path and multiple path options, requiring a destination address to reveal paths and relationships between addresses, with the shortest path showing the shortest paths from one source to many destinations.

Closest Entity and Illicit Address Path Options

Discusses the closest entity and illicit address path options, utilizing breadcrumbs attribution data to search for paths to identified entities, with the illicit address path option being available for law enforcement and compliance purposes.

Using Shortest Path Option

Guides on using the shortest path option by entering a custom address, specifying the direction of funds flow, selecting search parameters, and viewing the generated path with specific details.

Multiple Path Option

Explains the multiple path option, similar to the shortest path but displaying multiple paths between one source and one destination, showcasing paths and relationships with a search time example.

Closest Entity Option

Demonstrates using the closest entity option to search for specific entities related to an address, selecting entity type, search scope, and finding paths to entities within a certain radius, with an example of indirect relationships to exchanges.

Illicit Address Path Option

Illustrates the illicit address path option for investigating relationships with illicit addresses within a 16-hop radius, including incoming and outgoing transactions, with an example search for illicit addresses and their relationships.


FAQ

Q: What is the purpose of the Pathfinder tool?

A: The purpose of the Pathfinder tool is to automate the process of finding paths between addresses, highlighting direct and indirect relationships within a 16-hop range.

Q: What are some options available in the Pathfinder feature for creating paths and relationships between addresses?

A: Some options available in the Pathfinder feature for creating paths and relationships between addresses include shortest path, multiple path, closest entity, and illicit address path.

Q: How does the shortest path option work in the Pathfinder feature?

A: The shortest path option in the Pathfinder feature requires a destination address to reveal paths and relationships between addresses, with the shortest path showing the shortest paths from one source to many destinations.

Q: What is the closest entity option in the Pathfinder feature used for?

A: The closest entity option in the Pathfinder feature is used to search for specific entities related to an address, selecting entity type, search scope, and finding paths to entities within a certain radius.

Q: When is the illicit address path option typically utilized?

A: The illicit address path option is typically utilized for investigating relationships with illicit addresses within a 16-hop radius, including incoming and outgoing transactions, for law enforcement and compliance purposes.

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