Global Cybercrime and Cryptocurrency Assessment and Intelligence Gathering
The US State Department seeks organizations to develop projects combating cybercrime and misuse of cryptocurrency, aiming to protect American communities, businesses, and national security.
Funder: Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement
Due Dates: August 14, 2026 (Questions deadline) | August 31, 2026 (Full application due via Grants.gov)
Funding Amounts: $200,000–$2,196,890 total; typical awards range from $200,000 to $1,700,000 for 24 months; 2–5 awards expected.
Summary: Supports global research, assessment, and intelligence gathering to combat cybercrime and criminal misuse of cryptocurrency targeting Americans.
Key Information: Applicants may submit one application per goal; cost share is recommended but not required.
Description
This funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) seeks proposals to advance research and intelligence gathering on cybercrime and the criminal misuse of cryptocurrency and virtual assets. Projects should focus on combating cyber intrusions, online fraud, online-facilitated drug trafficking, digital piracy, and the use of virtual assets for illicit purposes. The program aims to disrupt and deter criminal networks harming American communities and businesses by strengthening threat understanding, investigative capacity, and cross-border coordination.
Applicants may target one of two strategic goals:
- Goal 1: Cybercrime landscape assessment and intelligence gathering (cyber intrusions, online fraud, drug trafficking, digital piracy)
- Goal 2: Criminal misuse of cryptocurrency landscape assessment and intelligence gathering
Each application may address only one goal, but may cover one or more objectives within that goal. Immediate, measurable impact and innovative, evidence-based approaches are encouraged.
