The Vast Majority of Crypto Wrench Attacks Happen in France: Report
Cointelegraph
A report suggests that 70% of global crypto-related physical attacks occur in France, often linked to leaked KYC data from centralized databases.Summary
Journalist Joe Nakamoto reports that France accounts for approximately 70% of global crypto wrench attacks, with 41 kidnappings recorded in 2026 alone. These physical attacks are largely attributed to the exploitation of KYC data leaked from centralized service providers, such as the 2020 Ledger security breach. Industry experts like Jameson Lopp suggest these incidents highlight the inherent risks of regulatory surveillance. To mitigate threats, experts advise using advanced custody services with duress features, maintaining decoy wallets, and keeping a low public profile regarding digital asset ownership.
(Source：Cointelegraph)