Chainalysis vs TRM Labs
Chainalysis and TRM Labs are the reference brands in crypto compliance, both sold mostly as seat-based enterprise platforms. If you are a builder who needs AML as an API call rather than a dashboard license, 1st Node exposes the same jobs as metered primitives.
Chainalysis
Chainalysis leads on entity attribution, investigations tooling and enterprise dashboards.
TRM Labs
TRM Labs leads on risk monitoring, wallet screening and investigation workflows.
Both are console-first and seat-priced; embedding screening in product flows means fitting your build to their platform.
Where 1st Node fits
- AML as an API: address risk-score and exposure in one REST call.
- KYT screening embedded inline in deposit and withdrawal flows.
- Sanctions checks with a maintained feed — no seat licensing.
- Same key gives the raw RPC and graph behind every score.
Frequently asked
Can I integrate without a compliance console?
Yes — every capability is a REST endpoint; the console is optional for humans.
Are decisions explainable?
Yes — responses carry a confidence score and exposure breakdown by category and hops.
Top up, get a key, ship.
Self-serve. Pay in crypto or card. Metered by credits — heavy primitives cost more, simple ones are cheap.
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