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The article discusses recent kidnapping incidents targeting the French cryptocurrency industry, highlighting a severe case where a hostage's finger was chopped off. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau met privately with crypto entrepreneurs to address safety concerns and protect his tough-on-crime reputation ahead of potential 2027 elections. Security measures for crypto entrepreneurs are being enhanced. Entrepreneurs express fears that the attacks will continue if left unaddressed, with 14 incidents reported in France over the past year.

Courtesy: wtop.com