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Crypto wrench attacks steal more than $30M so far in 2026: Chainalysis
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First seen6 Aug, 12:00Crypto wrench attacks steal more than $30M so far in 2026: Chainalysis
While only 12 of 46 documented attempts resulted in payment, data leaks and attacks on relatives are widening the physical risks facing crypto holders.
Cointelegraph•Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra
Follow-up6 Aug, 12:01Crypto Wrench Attacks on Pace for Record Year as $30M Stolen in 2026: Chainalysis
The blockchain analytics firm says home invasions are becoming more common, France has emerged as the leading hotspot, and some attackers are using increasingly sophisticated laundering techniques.
Decrypt•Jason Nelson
Latest6 Aug, 14:34Crypto wrench attacks steal $30M in first half of 2026: Chainalysis
Crypto wrench attacks stole more than $30 million in early 2026 as France recorded 77 cases and criminals increasingly targeted relatives.
Crypto.news•Olivia Stephanie