French authorities have arrested six suspects, including one minor, following the kidnapping of a magistrate and her mother in a crypto ransom plot, according to French media reports. The incident underscores growing concerns about the rise in violent “wrench attacks,” where criminals physically assault or kidnap victims to extort cryptocurrency transfers.
XingChiAn alleged Bitcoin ransom demand has injected new urgency into the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, as authorities investigate what they now believe may be a targeted abduction rather than a routine missing-person case.
XingChiBrazilian police have apprehended four suspects accused of kidnapping the mother of a crypto trader and demanding a ransom exceeding 3.3 million reais in Bitcoin.
XingChiCoinbase encountered an insider who leaked customer data. The company will compensate the defrauded customers, the amount may be between 180 million and 400 million US dollars, and set up a "reward" amount of 20 million US dollars.
JinseFinanceA cyberattack on Paris 2024 Olympics venues and French museums has led to a demand for cryptocurrency ransom. The attack has not disrupted Olympic programming, but the investigation is ongoing.
BerniceThe article reports the shocking kidnapping of a 23-year-old Russian crypto miner, with a ransom demand of 15 million rubles. Despite the criminals' threats, law enforcement acted swiftly, apprehending the perpetrators with a history of criminal activities. The incident reflects a concerning trend of criminals targeting individuals in the cryptocurrency industry, echoing past cases involving Binance executives and the tragic death of crypto millionaire John Forsyth. The narrative emphasizes the growing security challenges faced by the crypto community.
Cheng YuanA Bitcoin ransom threat endangers Insomniac Games, the developer of Marvel’s Spider-Man series. Rhysida demands 50 BTC to avoid leaking sensitive info about Marvel’s Wolverine game. The compromised data includes game assets and personal information, auctioned starting at 50 BTC. The developer is yet to respond. The community anxiously awaits a resolution.
BerniceExtravagant spending by Aiden Pleterski occurred after the accused raised $41 million to fund a non-existent crypto investment fund.
CryptoSlateSelf-professed crypto "king" Aiden Pleterski's scheme was supposed to make him a fortune.
BitcoinistThe hack prevents the medical institution from reporting to the country’s health insurance fund in order to receive due funding.
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