# Ransom İlgili Makaleler

HTX Haber Merkezi, kripto endüstrisindeki piyasa trendleri, proje güncellemeleri, teknoloji gelişmeleri ve düzenleyici politikaları kapsayan "Ransom" hakkında en son makaleleri ve derinlemesine analizleri sunmaktadır.

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

Kraken Reveals Extortion Demands After Client Data Incident: ‘We Will Not Pay’, Security Chief Says

Kraken, a major US crypto exchange, has publicly refused extortion demands from a criminal group following two incidents of unauthorized access to limited client support data. Chief Security Officer Nick Percoco stated the exchange identified and terminated access for individuals involved, emphasizing that no systems were breached and user funds remained safe. Approximately 2,000 client accounts (0.02% of users) were affected. Kraken is cooperating with law enforcement and industry partners to investigate what it describes as insider recruitment efforts targeting multiple sectors. The incident has sparked community concerns over insider threats and data security, drawing comparisons to a similar past event at Coinbase.

bitcoinist04/14 14:02

Kraken Reveals Extortion Demands After Client Data Incident: ‘We Will Not Pay’, Security Chief Says

bitcoinist04/14 14:02

Bitcoin Ransomware Case Shakes NBC — Here’s The Latest Developments

Bitcoin is central to a high-profile ransom case involving the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. Blood and a missing doorbell camera were found at her Arizona residence. Ransom messages demanding Bitcoin were sent to news outlets. A new note emerged from someone offering information for 1 BTC ($67,598 at time of writing). The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information. An expert noted the ransom amount is modest compared to larger crypto crimes. Savannah Guthrie has expressed hope her mother is still alive.

bitcoinist02/12 01:03

Bitcoin Ransomware Case Shakes NBC — Here’s The Latest Developments

bitcoinist02/12 01:03

Bitcoin Wallet Activity Emerges in Nancy Guthrie Case

Activity has been detected in a Bitcoin wallet linked to the ransom demand in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. The activity, first noted since the ransom note was sent, occurred on February 6, shortly after the FBI released surveillance images of a person of interest. Details of the transaction remain undisclosed. Guthrie went missing on February 1 from her Arizona home after evidence of a struggle was found. A ransom note demanding millions in Bitcoin had been sent to media outlets, with two deadlines that have since passed. Officials have not confirmed whether the transaction is related to the kidnappers, the family, or law enforcement. The case reflects a broader trend of cryptocurrency-related kidnappings globally.

TheNewsCrypto02/11 11:14

Bitcoin Wallet Activity Emerges in Nancy Guthrie Case

TheNewsCrypto02/11 11:14

Bitcoin Extortion: Bomb Threat Caller Demands $1M From Hyundai In South Korea

Hyundai Group's Seoul offices were evacuated on December 20, 2025, following a bomb threat email demanding a ransom of 13 Bitcoin (approximately $1.1 million). The threat targeted two major Hyundai buildings, prompting immediate evacuations and a large-scale police response involving bomb squads. After thorough searches, no explosives were found. Authorities believe the threat was intended to cause disruption rather than pose a real danger. Hyundai did not paid the ransom. This incident is part of a wider pattern of similar crypto-related extortion attempts targeting major South Korean companies like Samsung and Kakao. Investigation into the digital origins of the threat is ongoing.

bitcoinist12/21 21:05

Bitcoin Extortion: Bomb Threat Caller Demands $1M From Hyundai In South Korea