Former French Tax Official Accused of Data Breach Involving Cryptocurrency Holders

According to PANews, a former French tax official is under scrutiny for allegedly exploiting her position to leak data concerning cryptocurrency holders, potentially increasing their risk of physical attacks. The individual, identified as Ghalia C., has been convicted of aiding organized crime and is currently appealing the decision. Investigations reveal that she may have used her access to confidential tax databases to gather information on potential targets, including cryptocurrency investors, possibly disclosing their locations and capital gains data. Although there is no evidence suggesting she orchestrated actual attacks on cryptocurrency holders, the case highlights the risk of data breaches within tax systems. As European tax authorities intensify their monitoring of cryptocurrency assets, such leaks could pose heightened security threats to asset holders.