Crypto CEO's Family Targeted in Paris Kidnapping Attempt

A brazen kidnapping attempt in broad daylight shocked Paris on Tuesday. The victims, the daughter and grandson of a prominent French cryptocurrency entrepreneur, were targeted by four masked men in a van. The attack, which occurred in the city's 11th district, is the latest in a series of violent incidents involving the cryptocurrency industry. According to a witness who spoke to local news outlets, "The attackers were aggressive and seemed determined. The woman fought back bravely, even managing to disarm one of them." While all three victims sustained injuries, none were life-threatening. The incident highlights growing concerns about the use of cryptocurrency in criminal activities, prompting calls for stricter regulations.