2026-01-13 23:22:18

French crypto holders are facing an alarming security threat. This past Friday in Verneuil-sur-Seine, three armed assailants invaded a family's home, restraining the parents and two children with cable ties and subjecting them to physical assault. The attackers were explicitly hunting for cryptocurrency assets and digital wallet information before making their escape toward the local train station. This wasn't an isolated incident—France has documented at least 14 similar home invasions targeting crypto owners. The pattern is clear: as digital wealth becomes more concentrated and accessible, criminals are increasingly viewing crypto holders as high-value targets. Families aren't just facing financial loss; they're confronting physical danger in their own homes. The lack of arrests so far underscores how these crimes often remain unsolved. For anyone holding significant crypto assets, this trend demands serious attention to home security measures and operational security practices.

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NotFinancialAdvice

· 14h ago

Hmm... It seems that friends holding a lot of coins now need to set up home security, or it might really be risky. France's recent move is really ruthless, going directly to ask for the keys? Feels more terrifying than being hacked on an exchange. Why do we always discuss technical security, and no one ever seriously talks about these real physical threats... The cost of hodling seems bigger than expected. Sometimes I really don't know where to hide to feel safe. Cold storage wallets are fine, but they can't prevent living people... that's the most heartbreaking point. French police's efficiency is also lacking; 14 cases and not a single one solved? Feels like the crime cost is quite low. Speaking quietly and being low-key is really important. Never reveal that you're in the crypto world outside.

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GasFeeCryer

· 14h ago

France really can't hold on anymore. Large holders now need bodyguards just to sleep. --- What the hell, 14 cases? Feels like the price drop is even faster. --- That's why I never flaunt my holdings on Twitter. Being low-key is the way to go. --- I just want to know how I was targeted. Could there be clues on the blockchain? --- Holding big bags has now become a sin, it's really absurd. --- French police haven't caught anyone yet, security is too worrying. --- Realized long ago that holding coins comes with risks; this is no longer news. --- Cold wallets store paper notes, hot wallets only hold petty cash—simple and straightforward. --- The scary part is that criminals are becoming more professional. Clearly, someone is leaking information. --- Ultimately, it's still too many people pretending to be low-key while actually being high-profile. Just look at social media.

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SerLiquidated

· 14h ago

France now requires bodyguards even for holding coins, it's too outrageous HODLing can be life-threatening, what kind of world is this Wallet security > personal safety, I choose to empty my wallet Forget France, the whole world is now watching crypto billionaires This is the real "rugpull," right in your own home Holding large assets, you still need to stay low-key, don't show off your assets on social media 14 cases and still no arrests? Law enforcement really has no way Cold wallets + safes + bodyguards, the cost is enough to buy more coins Now I understand why wealthy people all use hardware wallets Why haven't French police caught anyone? This is just too reckless

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