Crypto Wrench Attacks Could Reach Record High in 2026, CertiK Projects
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CertiK projects a record high for crypto wrench attacks in 2026 as physical coercion against digital asset holders continues to surge.Summary
Blockchain security firm CertiK reports a 41% increase in physical crypto-related attacks, or "wrench attacks," during the first four months of 2026. With 34 verified incidents resulting in roughly $101 million in losses, the firm projects these crimes could reach an annual record of 130 cases by year-end. Europe, particularly France, has emerged as a hotspot for these incidents, while attacks in North America and Asia have declined. CertiK suggests that as digital security protocols improve, criminals are increasingly targeting the "human layer" of the crypto economy to bypass technological defenses.
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