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โฌ๏ธ Alarming Stats from Binanceโs Latest Report:
โฌ๏ธ The United States ranks #1 globally in total crypto kidnapping cases since 2019.
โฌ๏ธ Europe reported the most as a region โ 59 incidents over the past 6 years.
โฌ๏ธ Southeast Asia is the most targeted region in Asia, with rising cases tied to tourists and low enforcement.
โฌ๏ธ Why Is This Happening?
โข Criminals are targeting wealthy crypto holders, especially in areas with weak local protection.
โข Victims include both crypto users and their companions.
โข Publicly displaying crypto wealth = high risk.
โฌ๏ธ Crypto = New Target for Ransom:
โฌ๏ธ These kidnappings often demand large crypto ransoms, which are hard to trace.
โฌ๏ธ France has seen a recent spike, but the U.S. still leads overall.
โฌ๏ธ Asia reported 62 cases, with North America close behind at 48.
โฌ๏ธ Key Takeaway for Users:
โ Be discreet โ donโt show off crypto wealth.
โ Use strong wallet security.
โ Stay alert, especially when traveling or in crypto hotspots.
โ ๏ธ Crypto adoption brings exposure โ protect yourself, your assets, and your loved ones.
