Published on augustus 28, 2024, 11:28 am
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A recent incident in Seoul has shocked the cryptocurrency community as Hugo Hyungsoo Lee, the CEO of Haru Invest, a South Korean crypto-earning company, was brutally stabbed multiple times in the neck during court proceedings. The attack occurred amidst the trial accusing three of Haru Invest’s executives of embezzling $826 million in digital assets from thousands of users.
The assailant, identified as a man in his 40s who was a victim of Haru Invest’s alleged schemes, suddenly attacked Lee with a small knife during the court session. Following the attack, Lee was promptly rushed to the hospital for medical treatment.
This violent event adds to a series of physical attacks involving cryptocurrencies that have emerged alongside the more commonly known cyber-related threats. In a separate incident in Thailand, a gang of Chinese nationals reportedly stole over $2 million worth of crypto at gunpoint from an estate. Similarly, in Ukraine, individuals kidnapped a Bitcoin holder and forced him to transfer his Bitcoin holdings before tragic consequences ensued.
These incidents highlight the growing concerns around physical security for cryptocurrency holders globally. While previously cybercrimes dominated discussions around cryptocurrency security, recent events suggest an emerging trend towards more tangible threats faced by those involved in the digital asset space.
As law enforcement and regulatory authorities grapple with these new challenges posed by physical attacks on crypto holders and companies, ensuring robust security measures and protocols remains crucial to safeguarding assets within this evolving landscape.
Original article posted by Fox News
