A 26-year-old crypto trader known for his TikTok content was kidnapped in France by four assailants who demanded a ransom of 50,000 euros ($57,000) in cryptocurrency. The kidnapping occurred on Friday night as he was returning home to Juvisy-sur-Orge. The traders were forced into a stolen vehicle and suffered physical violence during the ordeal. However, the kidnappers released him the next day after he showed them his low account balance, indicating he could not meet their demands. French authorities are investigating the incident, which is part of a rising trend of crypto-related kidnappings in the country, prompting discussions among security officials and crypto entrepreneurs regarding safety measures. There have been previous incidents of crypto kidnappings in France, including the abduction of a crypto exchange co-founder and another involving a kidnapped entrepreneur's father who suffered severe injuries. Law enforcement agencies are actively pursuing leads connected to these cases.

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