# Сопутствующие статьи по теме protection

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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

Trust Wallet Launches Address Poisoning Protection

Trust Wallet has launched a new security feature called Address Poisoning Protection to safeguard users from a common crypto scam. The tool, available on mobile across over 32 EVM chains, scans transactions in real-time to detect fraudulent addresses and alerts users before they send funds. It uses intelligence from HashDit and Binance Security to identify known scam addresses and provides a side-by-side comparison to highlight differences. This initiative responds to the rising threat of address poisoning, where scammers send small transactions from similar-looking addresses to trick users. Trust Wallet estimates 34,000 such attacks occur hourly, targeting millions. The feature builds on the wallet’s existing security stack, including a transaction-risk tool introduced in 2023. Other platforms like Ledger Live and Safe also offer similar protections against this growing threat.

TheNewsCrypto03/10 12:31

Trust Wallet Launches Address Poisoning Protection

TheNewsCrypto03/10 12:31

Minnesota Pushes Crypto ATM Ban In Crackdown On Digital Asset Fraud

Minnesota lawmakers are considering a bill, HF 3642, to ban cryptocurrency ATMs statewide due to their prevalent use in financial scams. Law enforcement officials testified that these kiosks are an effective tool for criminals to quickly steal and move funds overseas, often targeting elderly and vulnerable residents. While the state's Department of Commerce supports the ban, crypto kiosk operator CoinFlip argues the machines are a vital bridge between cash and digital assets for consumers and advocates for clear, consistent rules instead of an outright prohibition.

bitcoinist02/28 13:02

Minnesota Pushes Crypto ATM Ban In Crackdown On Digital Asset Fraud

bitcoinist02/28 13:02

SwissBorg Launches Withdrawal Protection to Counter Physical Crypto Extortion

SwissBorg, a leading European crypto investment app, has introduced a new security feature called Withdrawal Protection to combat physical extortion attacks. This feature imposes a non-bypassable time delay of 1 to 90 days on all external cryptocurrency withdrawals, preventing immediate asset transfers even if a user is coerced into initiating a transaction. The delay is designed to remove the incentive for real-world "wrench attacks" by eliminating the possibility of instant access to funds. According to SwissBorg CEO Cyrus Fazel, the feature provides users with additional real-world security alongside existing digital safeguards. Once enabled, the delay applies to all external withdrawals and cannot be bypassed—even by SwissBorg support. Trading, portfolio management, and internal transfers remain unaffected. The update is part of SwissBorg’s broader security strategy, which includes MPC keyless technology and Proof of Liabilities. Withdrawal Protection is available in the latest version of the SwissBorg app.

TheNewsCrypto02/10 14:08

SwissBorg Launches Withdrawal Protection to Counter Physical Crypto Extortion

TheNewsCrypto02/10 14:08

Binance’s SAFU fund hits 10,455 BTC as $734M bet on Bitcoin grows

Binance is executing a major treasury migration, shifting its $1 billion Secure Asset Fund for Users (SAFU) from stablecoins to Bitcoin. On February 9, the exchange purchased an additional 4,225 BTC worth $299.6 million, bringing its total BTC holdings to 10,455 BTC valued at approximately $734 million. This represents 73.4% completion of its plan to convert the entire fund to Bitcoin within 30 days, a strategy designed to minimize market impact. Binance has committed to replenishing the fund if it falls below $800 million, providing strong downside support for BTC. This move signals a long-term vote of confidence in Bitcoin as the most reliable reserve asset, echoing a similar successful strategy in 2023. The purchases are occurring during a broader market dip, with BTC's high dominance indicating a flight to safety rather than a full market exit.

ambcrypto02/10 06:02

Binance’s SAFU fund hits 10,455 BTC as $734M bet on Bitcoin grows

ambcrypto02/10 06:02

The Era of IoT: Will Your Robotic Vacuum Steal Your Cryptocurrency?

In the era of IoT, smart home devices like robotic vacuum cleaners pose significant risks to cryptocurrency security. These easily hackable devices can be exploited to record password inputs or steal seed phrases. With an estimated 18.8 billion IoT devices globally and over 820,000 daily attacks, vulnerabilities are increasing. Examples include a hacked coffee machine displaying ransomware messages, a casino’s smart fish tank leaking 10GB of data, and office door sensors secretly mining Monero. Researchers warn that compromised devices could even destabilize power grids by synchronizing high-energy appliances. To protect against such attacks, experts recommend setting strong passwords, using separate guest networks for IoT devices, disconnecting unused gadgets, and keeping software updated. Avoiding smart devices entirely is another extreme but effective precaution.

marsbit01/18 06:37

The Era of IoT: Will Your Robotic Vacuum Steal Your Cryptocurrency?

marsbit01/18 06:37

South Korea Explores Crypto Account Freezing Measure To Prevent Market Manipulation

South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) is considering a system to preemptively freeze crypto accounts suspected of market manipulation. This measure aims to prevent suspects from hiding or withdrawing illicit profits obtained through tactics like pre-purchasing, automated trading, and price inflation. Unlike current rules requiring court warrants, the new system would allow swift action to block withdrawals, transfers. The proposal draws inspiration from a similar stock market mechanism. This initiative is part of the broader Second Phase of the Virtual Asset User Protection Act, which has been delayed to 2026 due to disagreements between the FSC and the central bank over stablecoin issuance rules.

bitcoinist01/07 13:32

South Korea Explores Crypto Account Freezing Measure To Prevent Market Manipulation

bitcoinist01/07 13:32

Crypto Hack Losses Fell 60% In December, New Data Shows

According to PeckShield, losses from crypto hacks dropped by approximately 60% in December, falling to around $76 million from $194 million in November. This decline was attributed to fewer large-scale exploits, though significant incidents still occurred. The month saw roughly 26 major attacks, with the largest being a $50 million address poisoning scam. Other notable losses included a $27 million multi-signature wallet breach due to a private key leak, a $7 million Trust Wallet exploit, and a $3.9 million issue involving the Flow protocol. Despite the overall reduction, experts caution that threats like scams and technical vulnerabilities persist, with human error remaining a major risk factor.

bitcoinist01/03 02:36

Crypto Hack Losses Fell 60% In December, New Data Shows

bitcoinist01/03 02:36

Winter coat saves NYC tourist from serious stab injury in wild Times Square attack

A winter coat prevented a tourist from sustaining serious injuries when he was stabbed in a seemingly unprovoked attack in Times Square. The incident, captured on video, shows the assailant approaching the victim and striking him in the back before fleeing. The victim's thick jacket absorbed much of the impact, protecting him from a more severe wound. He was treated at the scene by emergency responders. The suspect was later taken into custody by police. The attack is part of a recent series of violent incidents in the popular Manhattan tourist destination, raising ongoing concerns about public safety.

nypost12/09 03:09

Winter coat saves NYC tourist from serious stab injury in wild Times Square attack