Rise in Physical "Wrench Attacks" on Crypto Holders Worldwide

By Drift Striker · February 19, 2026

A new surge in violent crimes targeting cryptocurrency holders has raised concerns across the industry. In 2025, incidents known as “wrench attacks”—where perpetrators employ physical force or threats to coercively extract private keys or passwords—jumped markedly. According to blockchain security firm CertiK, the number of verified cases climbed to 72 globally, representing a 75% increase […]