The recent case of an Italian tourist who was kidnapped in New York City and tortured by people allegedly after his cryptocurrency is drawing attention to a rash of crimes dubbed "wrench attacks," ...

Crypto kidnappings and so-called wrench attacks have been in the news recently. In one high-profile case, kidnappers in France abducted Ledger co-founder David Balland and his wife and demanded a ...

Crypto kidnappings and so-called wrench attacks have been in the news recently. In one high-profile case, kidnappers in France abducted Ledger co-founder David Balland and his wife and demanded a ...

Why are crypto kidnappings on the rise? It is easier to steal money from a digital wallet than from a traditional bank account, and kidnapping is one way to do this.

Crypto crimes are rising fast in France—kidnappings, ransom, and extortion. As ETHCC kicks off in Paris, safety is now a top ...

As physical attacks on crypto holders surge, investors are rethinking self-custody. This article explores the tools, threats, ...

Crypto kidnappings on the rise as criminals resort to "wrench attacks" Aimee Picchi. Updated May 30, 2025 at 4:04 PM. Copied; The recent case of an Italian tourist who was kidnapped in New York ...

A crypto influencer was kidnapped and beaten in France, only to be released after his attackers discovered he didn’t have the ...