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French Anti-Cybercrime Office
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Cryptocurrency-related extortion in France
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Latest: Vendin-le-Vieil family held captive in €40,000 crypto extortion
A series of violent home invasions and kidnappings targeting cryptocurrency holders has been reported in France. In early September, armed attackers broke into a home in Alès, tying up a couple for over two hours while
French tax authority and FICOBA data breach
7 clusters · 149 sources · last updated
Latest: CNIL announces audits of French tax and identity agencies after major data breaches
In mid-August 2026, the French General Directorate of Public Finances (DGFiP) confirmed a series of cyberattacks occurring throughout the summer. The most significant breach, occurring between late June and early July, w