France is facing a sharp rise in kidnappings linked to cryptocurrency, with 88 suspects charged across 12 cases, including minors, most now in custody. Investigators say these crimes are part of organized networks targeting crypto holders and their families for ransom. Victims are often abducted, threatened, and forced to transfer digital assets. Authorities report dozens of incidents already in 2026, with attacks occurring every few days, highlighting how growing crypto wealth is increasingly attracting violent, coordinated crime.
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