Crypto Kidnappings Are Rising: How to Protect Yourself (Physical Security Expert Explains)

Описание: With Romain Bordenave, a physical security expert with years of experience operating in high-risk environments including Colombia and Mexico.

We discuss why crypto entrepreneurs are increasingly being targeted — and what practical steps individuals can take to reduce risk.

🔹 Why crypto founders are becoming high-value targets
🔹 Why criminals believe crypto is anonymous (and why they’re wrong)
🔹 The role of social media and “showing wealth” in victim selection
🔹 Why kidnappings are often underreported globally
🔹 How kidnapping tactics differ across regions (France vs Latin America)
🔹 What to do if someone is kidnapped
🔹 Why contacting law enforcement is often the right move
🔹 How to think about personal security as crypto goes mainstream

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