Robert Barr jailed for 8 years over £2 million crypto theft plot run from prison
The case highlights the resilience of self-custody in crypto security, while underscoring the risks of physical attacks on asset holders. The post Robert Barr jailed for 8 years over £2 million crypto theft plot run from...
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The case highlights the resilience of self-custody in crypto security, while underscoring the risks of physical attacks on asset holders.
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