Crypto Investor Says Attackers Stole $24M in Violent Robbery
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March 5: attackers stole about $24 million in tokens from a crypto holder known as Sillytuna after threatening him in a real-world robbery, a clear example of a 'wrench attack' targeting wallet access. The incident highlights physical-security risks to private keys and custody, undermines user trust in token security, and may increase demand for stronger wallet security and custodial solutions (crypto, wallet, security, custody, theft).
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A crypto holder known online as Sillytuna said on March 5 that attackers stole about $24 million worth of tokens after threatening him with violence during a real-world robbery.
The incident has renewed concern about so-called “wrench attacks,” a form of crime where perpetrators use physical threats to force victims to hand over control of their crypto wallets instead of attempting to hack them.
