Chainalysis has warned that cryptocurrency crime has increasingly extended into kidnappings, home invasions and other violent incidents as criminals pursue holders who can transfer digital assets immediately under coercion. According to the blockchain analytics firm&#8217;s latest report shared with crypto.news,&#8230;

Chainalysis has reported that cryptocurrency crime is increasingly involving violent incidents such as kidnappings and home invasions, as criminals target individuals capable of transferring digital assets under duress. This trend highlights a shift in the nature of crypto-related crime beyond traditional online hacks.

Crypto crime has moved beyond online hacks, Chainalysis says

Crypto wrench attacks stole more than $30 million in early 2026 as France recorded 77 cases and criminals increasingly targeted relatives.

In the first half of 2026, crypto wrench attacks resulted in over $30 million in losses, with France reporting 77 incidents. Criminals increasingly targeted the relatives of victims during these attacks, according to Chainalysis.

Crypto wrench attacks steal $30M in first half of 2026: Chainalysis

The blockchain analytics firm says home invasions are becoming more common, France has emerged as the leading hotspot, and some attackers are using increasingly sophisticated laundering techniques.

According to Chainalysis, home invasions targeting cryptocurrency holders, known as crypto wrench attacks, are on track for a record year, with $30 million stolen in 2026. France has become the leading hotspot for these incidents, and attackers are employing increasingly sophisticated laundering techniques.

Crypto Wrench Attacks on Pace for Record Year as $30M Stolen in 2026: Chainalysis

Chainalysis says more than $30M was stolen in violent crypto attacks in 2026 through mid-year, with France the top hotspot.

Chainalysis reports that over $30 million was stolen in violent crypto attacks in 2026 through mid-year, with France identified as the leading hotspot for these incidents.

More than $30 million stolen in violent crypto attacks in 2026 as France emerges as ‘wrench attack’ hotspot: Chainalysis

<img src="https://s3-images.ctmedia.io/media/article-covers/hi-ledger-is-in-deep-trouble-that-may-only-just-be-starting.png" alt="Crypto wrench attacks steal more than $30M so far in 2026: Chainalysis" class="type:primaryImage">While only 12 of 46 documented attempts resulted in payment, data leaks and attacks on relatives are widening the physical risks facing crypto holders.

In 2026, crypto wrench attacks have resulted in over $30 million in theft, according to Chainalysis. Although only 12 out of 46 documented attempts led to payment, the incidents highlight increasing physical risks for crypto holders due to data leaks and attacks on their relatives.

Crypto wrench attacks steal more than $30M so far in 2026: Chainalysis

في عام 2026، سرقت هجمات مفاتيح العملات المشفرة أكثر من 30 مليون دولار، مع ظهور فرنسا كنقطة ساخنة رئيسية. تعكس هذه الحوادث العنيفة، التي تشمل غزوات المنازل والاختطافات، اتجاهًا مقلقًا في جريمة العملات المشفرة، حيث انتقلت من القرصنة عبر الإنترنت إلى التهديدات الجسدية ضد حاملي العملات. تفيد Chainalysis أن المهاجمين يستخدمون طرقًا متزايدة التعقيد لغسل الأصول المسروقة.

En 2026, los ataques de llave inglesa en criptomonedas han robado más de 30 millones de dólares, con Francia emergiendo como el principal punto caliente. Estos incidentes violentos, que incluyen invasiones de hogares y secuestros, reflejan una tendencia preocupante en el crimen relacionado con las criptomonedas, pasando más allá de los hacks en línea a amenazas físicas contra los poseedores. Chainalysis informa que los atacantes están utilizando métodos cada vez más sofisticados para blanquear los activos robados.

En 2026, les attaques par clé à molette dans le secteur de la cryptomonnaie ont volé plus de 30 millions de dollars, la France émergeant comme le principal point chaud. Ces incidents violents, qui incluent des invasions de domicile et des enlèvements, reflètent une tendance inquiétante dans la criminalité liée aux cryptomonnaies, passant au-delà des piratages en ligne aux menaces physiques contre les détenteurs. Chainalysis rapporte que les attaquants utilisent des méthodes de plus en plus sophistiquées pour blanchir les actifs volés.