Paris Crypto Trader Kidnapped and Tortured Amid Rising Wave of Crypto-Linked Crimes
In Paris, a former crypto trader, Alexander, was kidnapped, tortured, and nearly killed in a brazen ransom attack demanding €10,000, highlighting the growing danger targeting cryptocurrency holders. Police traced his location using geolocation and rescued him early hours after the assault. This incident is part of a broader wave of violent crimes against crypto entrepreneurs in France, including kidnappings, torture, and threats, reflecting how the portability and anonymity of digital assets make them prime targets. Authorities continue investigating, emphasizing that crypto security has become a matter of survival