French police have arrested multiple individuals believed to be involved in the kidnapping of a cryptocurrency entrepreneur’s father, who was reportedly held captive for several days and subjected to extortion demands. The case, characterized by a severed finger as a ransom demand, has prompted a surge in concern regarding crypto-related kidnappings across France. 2025 has witnessed a significant increase in such incidents, prompting industry leaders to call for heightened security measures and a broader conversation about the protection of individuals in the cryptocurrency space. This case is being investigated alongside numerous other high-profile kidnapping cases linked to cryptocurrency, where suspects are believed to have targeted individuals across the country.