A recent kidnapping incident involving influencer Amouranth highlights the growing risks for individuals flaunting wealth in cryptocurrencies. As criminals become more savvy in targeting the less traceable nature of digital currencies, incidents of theft and violence around crypto are on the rise. Amouranth, known for her substantial earnings and boasting about her crypto assets, was ambushed in her home, where masked intruders demanded her cryptocurrency holdings. The quick action of her husband prevented a worse outcome, showcasing a new breed of risk for those in the crypto space.
"They started pistol-whipping me in the head and telling me that they want my cryptocurrency; I held up my fists to protect my face."
"I went into the gun locker, took out a handgun and positioned myself at the top of the stairs, I told Kaitlyn to..."
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