Former French Tax Agent Ghalia C. Sentenced for Leaking Cryptocurrency Investor Data
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 11 2026- Data Breach Incident: Former French tax agent Ghalia C. has been sentenced for exploiting the Mira tax system to leak sensitive data on cryptocurrency investors, which criminal networks used for assaults, revealing significant vulnerabilities within the French tax administration.
- Increased Security Risks: This incident highlights systemic vulnerabilities in tax data access, posing serious personal security threats to cryptocurrency investors and other high-risk individuals, thereby intensifying public concern over data protection.
- Legal and Regulatory Repercussions: Judicial authorities have detained Ghalia C. since June 2025, citing threats to public safety, which underscores the urgent need for robust data security protocols and may lead to stricter regulatory compliance measures in the future.
- Industry Reflection: Rafael Cintron, CEO of Wealthy Expat, noted that governments and banks view cryptocurrency with hostility, exacerbating personal and data security issues, and calls for enhanced protective measures within crypto investment structures are growing.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
