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France Logs 90 Bitcoin (BTC) “Wrench Attack” Cases in Seven Months

COINOTAG·October 17, 2026·1 min read
France Logs 90 Bitcoin (BTC) “Wrench Attack” Cases in Seven Months

France recorded 90 Bitcoin “wrench attack” cases in seven months, making it the riskiest jurisdiction for crypto holders with publicly identifiable personal data. Police records put a number on the threat, highlighting the danger of physical coercion to access digital assets. The data underscores the need for enhanced security measures.

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