An ex-crypto trader named Alexandre was allegedly abducted and tortured by criminals seeking around €10,000 in ransom. This incident highlights France’s emerging crisis in crypto-related violence, with ten reported cases in 2025 alone.
Cybercrime experts emphasize that many such incidents go unnoticed as victims often remain silent to avoid stigma. With organized crime increasingly targeting crypto assets, significant changes in security practices are urgently needed.
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