Deadly Risks: 5 Crypto Entrepreneurs and Investors Who Paid the Ultimate Price

While crypto promises financial freedom, it also attracts real-world threats. This article highlights five true stories where involvement in crypto led to kidnapping, extortion, and even murder — not from scams or bad trades, but from being known as someone with digital wealth. From Ukraine to Brazil, and Silicon Valley to Puerto Rico, these cases show how visibility in the crypto space can turn deadly. Learn why privacy, security, and caution are no longer optional — and how to protect yourself in an increasingly risky industry.