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France tax data leak could spur scams targeting Bitcoin holders

The leak reportedly involves records tied to more than 678,000 taxpayers and businesses, raising the risk of phishing and fraud aimed at crypto users.

Decrypt reports that a hacker is reportedly selling personal and financial records tied to more than 678,000 taxpayers and businesses in France.

The outlet says the exposed data could be used to fuel scams and attacks targeting people who hold Bitcoin.

While the report does not detail how the data will be used, it points to a heightened risk for crypto holders as criminals can combine stolen information with outreach to impersonate legitimate parties.

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