The Border Security Officer’s Flip Book

As digital assets cross physical borders, frontline officers need actionable tools to detect, disrupt, and investigate potential illicit crypto activity. The Border Security Officer’s Flip Book is a field-ready reference created specifically for customs, immigration, and border patrol officers — offering practical, plain-language guidance on identifying and triaging cryptocurrency artifacts in real time.

This flip book breaks down critical crypto concepts — from hardware wallets and seed phrases to software wallets and blockchain tracing — in an easy-to-navigate format, complete with images to help officers quickly identify crypto artifacts in the field. Learn how to uncover hidden wallets on mobile devices, locate seed phrases and private keys during inspections, and ask the right questions to assess whether digital assets are benign or potentially linked to criminal activity.

The flip book also includes a step-by-step introduction to TRM Triage, a frontline blockchain intelligence solution that helps users trace transactions, assess wallet risk, and escalate actionable intelligence — no crypto expertise required. Whether you’re conducting secondary inspections, supporting digital forensics, or coordinating with investigators, this flip book helps you take immediate, informed action.