Crypto-Targeted Kidnappings in France Overshadow NFT Paris Cancellation

While NFT Paris and RWA Paris 2026 were officially cancelled on January 5, citing a global crypto market collapse and unsustainable costs, the surge in crypto-related violence has added a troubling backdrop to the announcement. France has reported over 20 kidnappings and violent attacks targeting crypto professionals and their families since January 2025. This has created an atmosphere of fear across the country’s Web3 community. Wave of Violence Targets French Crypto Community Four attempted kidnappings alone occurred within four days in early January 2026, prompting urgent warnings from crypto industry figures source: https://beincrypto.com/france-crypto-kidnapping-nft-paris-cancellation/