A shocking kidnapping attempt against the family of a prominent cryptocurrency executive in Paris has underscored the increasing vulnerability of the industry to targeted crimes. On May 13, 2025, masked assailants attempted to abduct the daughter and grandson of a Paymium co-founder in broad daylight within the capital’s 11th arrondissement. Bystanders intervened during the attack, helping to thwart the attackers and allowing the family to escape unharmed. The incident underscores the need for increased security measures across the cryptocurrency sector. This event is just the latest in a series of high-profile attacks on crypto figures in France, which raises significant concerns about the future of the industry.