Kidnappings in the crypto sector

🔐 Crypto ransom: suspected mastermind of French kidnappings arrested in Morocco

A 24-year-old Franco-Moroccan man was arrested in Tangier. He is suspected of orchestrating several kidnappings targeting key figures in the French crypto scene since early 2025. His arrest marks a major shift in a wave of attacks that rocked the ecosystem.

🚨 A long-awaited arrest

Wanted worldwide, this individual allegedly led a series of abductions aimed at demanding ransoms in crypto. Upon arrest, authorities seized digital equipment, sharp tools, and a large amount of cash.

🎯 Carefully selected targets

Victims included a well-known crypto security expert abducted with his partner and forced to transfer crypto holdings. Other incidents around Paris involved associates of leading DeFi entrepreneurs.

🌍 Cross-border cooperation

French and Moroccan authorities worked closely to locate and arrest the suspect. This shows that international coordination can be effective even in the decentralized world of crypto.

🛡️ Crypto world under pressure

These attacks remind us that owning digital assets comes with real-world risks. Crypto’s speed and semi-anonymity make it attractive not just to investors… but also to criminals. Staying safe online and offline is no longer optional.

🧠 Conclusion

This arrest sends a clear message: crypto-related crimes won’t go unanswered. In Web3, security isn’t just code—it’s a mindset.