France Sees Surge in Violent "Wrench Attacks" on Crypto Holders

France has experienced the highest number of violent "wrench attacks" targeting cryptocurrency holders and their families, accounting for approximately 70% of documented cases globally. These physical attacks, which involve coercion or violence to extract private keys or crypto assets, have shifted the primary security threat from digital hacking to in-person assaults. The report, attributed to Julian Lim, highlights that this trend has made the term "wrench attack" a prominent concern in France. No specific dates, technical details, or CVE IDs were mentioned in the article. The impact includes heightened physical risks for crypto holders and their relatives.