French tax agent accused of selling crypto user data to criminals

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A French tax agent is accused of selling personal data of crypto users to criminals, leading to violent attacks. The agent allegedly accessed internal tax databases, providing information on individuals with substantial crypto holdings, potentially making them targets for physical theft. She admitted providing data but denied knowing the buyers' intentions. This case highlights growing concerns about physical crypto thefts and the vulnerability of centralized personal data, with similar incidents reported globally.


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