# France Related Articles

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Telegram Founder Claims French Officials Sold Crypto Data, Linked To 41 Kidnaps

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has accused French officials of selling crypto owners’ data to criminals, linking it to a sharp rise in kidnappings. France has seen 41 crypto-related kidnappings this year, part of a growing international trend known as “wrench attacks.” Durov criticized French policies requiring identity data and access to private messages, arguing that increased data flow leads to more leaks and victims. The incidents, which began in late 2024, have escalated significantly in 2026, now accounting for over half of all organized kidnappings tracked by French intelligence. In response, the government plans a broader crackdown, including a dedicated police unit, improved international coordination, and a new prevention platform for threat alerts and security guidance.

bitcoinist04/25 02:32

Telegram Founder Claims French Officials Sold Crypto Data, Linked To 41 Kidnaps

bitcoinist04/25 02:32

France Averages One Crypto Kidnapping Every 2.5 Days, Authorities Finally Take Action

France has emerged as a global hotspot for "crypto kidnappings" and wrench attacks, with an average of one incident every 2.5 days in 2026, totaling 41 cases so far. In a recent event, the wife and 11-year-old child of a crypto entrepreneur were abducted in Burgundy, with a ransom demand of €400,000. The victims were rescued, and suspects were arrested. Facing growing pressure, French Interior Ministry Undersecretary Jean-Didier Berger announced at Paris Blockchain Week that authorities are developing a more "serious" protection plan for cryptocurrency investors, to be unveiled in the coming. This follows the launch of a prevention platform that has already registered thousands of users. According to data from CertiK, wrench attacks—where victims are threatened or assaulted to force digital asset transfers—increased by 75% globally in 2025, with France accounting for 19 confirmed cases. Europe represents about 40% of such incidents worldwide. Other high-profile cases include a couple robbed of $1 million in Bitcoin by impersonators and the kidnapping of a judge and her mother in a crypto-related extortion attempt.

marsbit04/17 01:52

France Averages One Crypto Kidnapping Every 2.5 Days, Authorities Finally Take Action

marsbit04/17 01:52

SwissBorg Secures MiCA Approval from France’s AMF for EU Crypto Services

SwissBorg has obtained MiCA regulatory approval from France’s AMF, reinforcing its commitment to compliant and secure crypto-asset services. This authorization allows the platform to offer a wide range of services including custody, trading, and portfolio management across the EU. The approval, granted by one of Europe’s most stringent regulators, underscores SwissBorg’s strong internal controls and user protection standards. CEO Cyrus Fazel emphasized that regulation is key to mass adoption and trust. SwissBorg will migrate its European users from Estonia to a newly authorized entity in France in the coming months, ensuring full MiCA compliance and enhanced safeguards for users.

TheNewsCrypto03/13 21:59

SwissBorg Secures MiCA Approval from France’s AMF for EU Crypto Services

TheNewsCrypto03/13 21:59

Binance Confirms 3 Arrested In France Executive’s Home Invasion — Details

Binance France's head was targeted in a home invasion on February 12. Three armed, hooded individuals broke into a Val-de-Marne apartment, initially entering a neighbor's home to locate the executive's residence. They stole two mobile phones but were later arrested during a second break-in attempt in Hauts-de-Seine. Police recovered the phones and a vehicle linked to the crime. Binance co-founder Yi He confirmed the incident, stating the executive and his family are safe and cooperating with authorities. This attack aligns with a reported 75% global increase in crypto-related wrench attacks in 2025, with France experiencing 19 such cases last year.

bitcoinist02/14 19:02

Binance Confirms 3 Arrested In France Executive’s Home Invasion — Details

bitcoinist02/14 19:02

French Police Arrest Trio After Attempted Kidnapping of Binance Leader

On February 12, 2026, an armed group attempted to kidnap Binance's French president, David Princay, near Paris. The hooded assailants, armed and searching for him at his residence, fled upon finding him absent but stole two mobile phones. Hours later, a similar assault occurred nearby, with investigators linking both incidents via CCTV footage of the same vehicle. French police coordinated a search, leading to the arrest of all three suspects on a train to Lyon later that day. Binance co-founder Yi He confirmed Princay and his family are safe. Authorities noted a rise in real-world crimes targeting crypto executives, shifting from online hacks to physical kidnapping attempts, emphasizing the growing need for personal security in the crypto industry.

TheNewsCrypto02/14 09:38

French Police Arrest Trio After Attempted Kidnapping of Binance Leader

TheNewsCrypto02/14 09:38

Crypto Traders Under Threat? Another French Kidnapping Intensifies Safety Concerns

Crypto Traders Under Threat? Another French Kidnapping Intensifies Safety Concerns A series of kidnappings and violent assaults targeting cryptocurrency holders in France has raised significant safety concerns within the industry. French authorities are investigating multiple recent incidents where individuals linked to digital assets were attacked at their homes or in public. In one case, assailants invaded a crypto investor’s home in Yvelines, restraining and injuring family members. Separately, an engineer was abducted and assaulted in western France before being released. Security experts describe these crimes as an escalation of real-world threats tied to online wealth, with criminals using physical coercion to gain access to digital assets. Recent cases include home invasions, restraints, and armed threats aimed at extracting cryptocurrency credentials. The trend has sparked unease within crypto communities, with some speculating that safety concerns may have contributed to the cancellation of major industry events like NFT Paris, though no official link has been confirmed. Analysts warn that public figures in crypto are particularly vulnerable, as organized groups monitor social media and public records to identify targets. The situation underscores the growing risk that loss of privacy may turn digital wealth into a physical liability.

ccn.com01/17 10:07