Three Kidnappings in Five Months –‭ Does France Have a Crypto Crime Problem?‬

Since the start of 2025, high-profile crypto entrepreneurs and investors have been strategically targeted in France for their wealth. Though this spate of crime remains comparatively low compared to other thefts, it demonstrates an increasing trend of targeted physical violence as crypto becomes more mainstream. In a conversation with BeInCrypto, representatives from Binance and CertiK discussed how the problem has evolved in France and the world and what measures investors can take to keep themselves and their families safe from these attacks. Recent Incidents in France The news has been full of kidnapping events involving the crypto community in the past few months source: https://beincrypto.com/france-crypto-crime-issue-security-experts-discuss/