Extortion

Revolut Says Ex-Employee Accused of Extortion, Threatened KYC Data Leak

A crypto trader alleges a former Revolut employee tried to extort him and contacted his family, claiming to possess KYC data. Revolut says it has opened an investigation and that its systems were not compromised.

Published at 2026-02-23 14:45:25
Manhattan Kidnapping Case Highlights Risks of Crypto Security – cover image
Manhattan Kidnapping Case Highlights Risks of Crypto Security

John Woeltz and William Duplessie pleaded not guilty to charges of kidnapping and attempted extortion involving cryptocurrencies. The case underscores the growing security risks related to crypto assets.