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France records 90 attacks on crypto holders since start of 2026

  • —90 attacks on crypto holders in France by mid-August 2026
  • —Cases rose from 20 in 2024 to 67 in 2025
  • —Over 40% of victims were relatives or close contacts of holders
  • —223 suspects arrested and 126 jailed in the first seven months
Why it matters: France now leads the world in physical attacks on crypto holders, underscoring how leaked personal data can expose investors to extortion.
Source: Siam Blockchain
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