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Crypto Wrench Attacks Surge: $124M Stolen Through Violence

CryptoDnes·August 6, 2026·1 min read
Crypto Wrench Attacks Surge: $124M Stolen Through Violence

Physical attacks on crypto holders have caused $124M in losses in early 2026, with France emerging as an epicenter for kidnappings and extortion targeting digital assets. The surge in wrench attacks highlights growing security risks for crypto investors, as criminals increasingly resort to violence to steal holdings.

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