Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong nearly called in the bomb squad for a tequila delivery, proving that in the crypto world, even gifts can be explosive.
The incident, which could have been a plot straight out of a Douglas Adams novel, unfolded amidst a rising tide of crime targeting crypto investors and industry billionaires. 🚨
Crypto Kidnapping Cases Are Making CEOs Nervous
Armstrong shared the story on X (Twitter), turning what could have been a routine security alert into a viral sensation. 🌐
A delivery to Brian Armstrong’s house had his security guards on high alert, thanks to a package that looked more like a prop from a James Bond movie than a friendly gift. 🎁
“A white unmarked van pulled up to my house yesterday and dropped off a mysterious package,” Armstrong posted on X.
Armstrong was conveniently out of town at the time, but his security team, ever vigilant, decided to x-ray the package. The results were, to say the least, alarming. 🤯
The X-ray revealed a battery, wires, and a cylinder—components that, in the wrong hands, could spell disaster. 🚧
The means of delivery, a white unmarked van, only added to the suspicion. What was meant to impress ended up causing a full-scale security alert. 🚓
The security team, not taking any chances, called in the bomb squad. The scene must have looked like something out of a Hollywood blockbuster, with bomb disposal experts carefully examining the package. 🎬
Given the rise in crypto-related crime, where bad actors target investors and billionaires holding digital assets, this was a legitimate concern from Armstrong’s security detail. 🕵️♂️
However, the item was ultimately identified as a promotional bottle of tequila from The All-In Podcast, marking an interesting twist. 🥃
“In the end they discovered it was a gift from The All-In Podcast guys of their new tequila! I think I will be giving this bottle to my security team for keeping us safe every day,” Armstrong said.
Marketing or Full-Scale Bomb Scare?
Armstrong, ever the good sport, directed interested or prospective buyers to the sender’s website to place orders for a bottle of tequila whose packaging mimics the appearance of an improvised device. 🛍️
Meanwhile, crypto Twitter reacted with a mix of shock, humor, and confusion. 🤣
“Genuinely terrifying until I got to the gift part. Glad you’re safe,” one user replied.
Others were more skeptical, calling for an explanation about the use and purpose of the battery and wires. 🤔
Are you going to tell us what the battery and wires were doing there?
— Dr. Syed Haider: (@DrSyedHaider) July 12, 2025
While ending on a light note, the incident highlights ongoing safety concerns within the crypto industry. Armstrong’s high-profile status undoubtedly makes him a potential target, and recent events serve as a good precedent. 🛡️
Barely a week ago, BeInCrypto reported that a crypto billionaire in Estonia fought off kidnappers, ultimately biting off one attacker’s finger during the attempted abduction. 🦷
Other incidents include the kidnapping of two Russian crypto entrepreneurs in Buenos Aires, with criminals demanding $43,000 in ransom paid in crypto. 💸
The surge in threats, especially in regions like France, has triggered global concern. In Paris, security professionals warned that crypto’s increasing visibility is attracting organized crime at an alarming rate. 🚨
Elaborate scams, extortion attempts, and physical threats are potential dangers as the surge in crypto wealth increasingly makes industry leaders possible targets. 🎯
The All-In podcast has yet to comment on the packaging choice publicly, leaving many to wonder if this was a marketing stunt gone too far. 🤷♂️
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2025-07-12 21:46