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David Prinçay, CEO of Binance France, recently became the target of a frightening early-morning home invasion, another reminder of the growing real-world risks tied to crypto wealth.

At approximately 7 a.m., three masked individuals forced their way into his apartment building. Reports indicate they initially entered the wrong unit, apparently searching for Prinçay’s residence. After locating the correct apartment, they discovered that Prinçay and his family were not present. Unable to confront their intended target, the attackers stole two mobile phones before fleeing the scene. Fortunately, Prinçay and his family were safe and unharmed.

Disturbingly, this incident is not an isolated event. France has experienced a troubling rise in crypto-related kidnappings and home invasions, signaling a shift from purely digital threats to physical violence.

One of the most shocking cases occurred in January 2025, when David Balland, co-founder of Ledger, was kidnapped from his home in Méreau.

The attackers demanded €10 million in cryptocurrency as ransom. To intensify pressure and demonstrate their seriousness, they severed one of Balland’s fingers. French authorities ultimately intervened and rescued him, but only after a portion of the ransom had already been paid.

This incident underscored a harsh reality: crypto wealth doesn’t just attract hackers operating behind screens, it also attracts organized criminals willing to use physical force. In the crypto world, this type of crime is commonly referred to as a “wrench attack,” where attackers bypass technical security entirely by targeting the individual directly.

Below, we’ve outlined several other high profile crypto kidnappings that took place across France between 2025 and 2026 👇🏻

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Recently, the Ukrainian (and international) information space was captivated by a video showing the Droid TW-7.62 ground robotic complex, based on the NUMO platform, capturing Russian occupiers near the village of Ternuvate in the Zaporizhzhia region(Ukraine ).This event sparked a discussion on how such platforms may play a significant, if not key, role on the battlefield in the future reaffirming Ukraine's position among the leading nations shaping these trends. However, the reality is that these solutions have been in development for years.
Many technologically advanced countries with high levels of domestic defense industry support have invested in robotic complexes designed to eventually replace infantry on the battlefield. Even if not entirely, they aim to partially replace humans by providing fire support, logistics, or evacuation functions.
Every country has had its own experience both successful and otherwise in creating these systems. Yet, in most historical cases, these projects ended in failure.
Key Takeaways from the Evolution of UGV (Unmanned Ground Vehicles)
• Ukraine's Edge: Unlike many Western prototypes that remained in the testing phase for years, Ukrainian systems like the Droid TW-7.62 are being "battle-hardened" in real-time, leading to rapid iterative improvements.
• The Shift in Roles: Modern UGVs are moving beyond simple remote-controlled machines to platforms capable of complex tasks, including psychological warfare and direct prisoner detention.
• Historical Context: While the concept isn't new, the integration of low-cost FPV technology and AI has breathed new life into platforms that were previously considered too expensive or clunky for active combat.
What to Expect Next
The success of such operations suggests a future where "robotic saturation" becomes a standard tactical requirement. We can expect:
1. Mass Production: Transitioning from niche volunteer projects to standardized state procurement.
2. Electronic Warfare (EW) Evolution: A "cat and mouse" game between robotic signals and jamming frequency.
3. Specialized Roles: Increased use of robots for high-risk demining and "last mile" supply delivery to besieged positions.
A new Russian heavy flamethroer system TOS-3 "Dracon" was noticed at the front
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