Éric Larchevêque, co-founder of Ledger, has recounted the harrowing kidnapping of his associate David Balland and Balland's partner from their home on January 21. In interviews, Larchevêque described the incident as a 'graduation in horror' and emphasized the need for increased security measures following the event. He expressed shock over the kidnapping, which has raised concerns about the safety of individuals in the cryptocurrency sector. Larchevêque's statements were made during interviews with BFMTV and BFM Business, where he highlighted the urgent need for protective measures against such criminal activities. The incident has sparked discussions about the vulnerabilities faced by those in the cryptocurrency industry.