More than $30 million stolen in violent crypto attacks in 2026 as France emerges as 'wrench attack' hotspot: Chainalysis
More than $30 million stolen in violent crypto attacks in 2026 as France emerges as 'wrench attack' hotspot: Chainalysis
Violent criminals have robbed crypto holders of more than $30 million through mid-2026, putting the year on pace to surpass 2025’s record $58 million, per Chainalysis.The blockchain analytics firm said France has emerged as the epicenter following a compromise of French tax-agency records that widened the pool of targetable holders.