Rising Threats in Crypto Security.
The father of a Dubai-based crypto entrepreneur was abducted, marking another incident in Jameson Lopp’s database of over 225 verified attacks on digital asset holders. Lopp, the chief security officer at Bitcoin wallet Casa, reports a staggering 169% increase in physical attacks in 2025. While violence against asset holders isn't new, the direct theft of digital assets is. This has sparked a race in wallet innovation, leading to the creation of 'panic wallets' that can erase balances or send false signals. However, their effectiveness is uncertain, as attackers' motivations can vary. Lopp notes that attacks often correlate with market trends, peaking during bull runs. A significant portion of incidents involves home invasions and kidnappings, often facilitated by leaked personal data. As physical threats grow, even seasoned Bitcoin users are reconsidering self-custody, fearing that a shift towards custodianship could lead to greater centralization and systemic risks in the crypto ecosystem.#TrendingTopic #TRUMP #Write2Earn #Write2Earn! #BTC $BTC
