Crypto Wrench Attack Exposure Surges 12-Fold to $124M

Crypto wrench attacks—physical home invasions and kidnappings targeting crypto holders—surged 33% to 52 confirmed cases in H1 2026, with financial exposure jumping 12-fold to $124.1m as criminals use leaked databases and social engineering to identify targets. Europe accounts for 39 of 52 cases, with France alone representing two-thirds of global incidents.

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