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Crypto Executives Hire Bodyguards Amid Surge in Kidnapping Threats

Crypto Executives Hire Bodyguards Amid Surge in Kidnapping Threats

Published:
2025-05-19 06:50:02
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Crypto executives are increasingly turning to personal security services as targeted kidnappings and ransom attempts escalate, particularly in France. Private security firms like Amsterdam-based Infinite Risks International report a sharp rise in demand for round-the-clock protection from crypto professionals.

French authorities have responded with emergency measures, including security briefings and direct access to police support, aiming to shield the country’s crypto entrepreneurs. The surge in violent attacks, including multiple kidnapping attempts, has alarmed both investors and law enforcement.

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