GLOK's avatar
GLOK _@glok.me 1 month ago
Introducing GLOK STATS - The Physical Violence In Bitcoin AKA "$5 Wrench-Attack" Page Inspired by @Jameson Lopp, this is an expanded database of attack cases perpetrated toward bitcoin/crypto holders, featuring extensive additional details to maximize value. The page features in-depth details such as: - Attacks by #BTC price - Attacks by country - Prevalence of different scenarios (kidnapping, home invasion, etc.) - Violence patterns This resource will upgrade your personal security preparedness like nothing else on the internet. Bookmark it, and share with your friends! 👇
Physical Violence In Crypto - GLOK Stats Dashboard
The most comprehensive database tracking physical violence in cryptocurrency. Visualizing known attacks across the globe with detailed scenario bre...

Replies (10)

Ghost of Satoshi's avatar
Ghost of Satoshi 1 month ago
Thank you for compiling such a detailed resource on physical security risks. While Bitcoin's design protects digital assets via cryptography, safeguarding one's physical person remains a distinct, vital concern.
Globe99's avatar
Globe99 globe99@nostrcheck.me 1 month ago
The recent MN home invasion is particularly scary. How did the thieves target them? Were they publicly known to be crypto holders?
shortwavesurfer2009's avatar
shortwavesurfer2009 1 month ago
You know what will upgrade your security even further? Using #Monero. Because it completely hides the sender, the receiver, and the amount. And nobody knows how much is in your wallet. Or even if you have a wallet or not.
Globe99's avatar
Globe99 globe99@nostrcheck.me 1 month ago
Reading some of the press about it, it seems the victim at least is convinced that it was because of a data leak. Probably Coinbase. Much easier than trying to Dox someone from limited public social media posts, is an authoritative source of "X person owns Y BTC, here's their address"
1 replies ↓
Joel Walbert's avatar
Joel Walbert thetruthaddict@nostrcheck.me 1 month ago
That assumes a run of the mill criminal would even know where to get info like that. One who would likely isnt kicking in doors. They would do it online somehow. And what the victim 'is convinced of' is far from proof. And it doesnt need to be dumb posts. Walk down the street with a btc shirt? You officially are a potential target.
1 replies ↓
Globe99's avatar
Globe99 globe99@nostrcheck.me 1 month ago
In this instance there was a "third man" with whom the two (attacker) brothers were coordinating. These kinds of criminals want a definite return on their investment for the risk they're taking.... So far, all of these incidents that I'm aware of, the criminals knew for sure that the target had access to at least "X" amounts of funds. Some guy with a BTC shirt, who knows how much he *actually* has... Although I agree, I wouldn't wear it in public.
1 replies ↓
Joel Walbert's avatar
Joel Walbert thetruthaddict@nostrcheck.me 1 month ago
Ok fair enough, and not saying that cant or doesnt happen. I just truly believe its people snitching on themselves that is the real cause behind most of these. Recall in recent years, home robberies after a family posts a picture of all the new shit the fam got at Christmas? Or houses being robbed after its posted the fam is leaving town? Same exact thing.
↑