Ethereum

2024

World

Evan

The Ethereum Community Conference (EthCC) held in Brussels from July 8-11 turned sour for several attendees as reports of violent robberies surfaced. 
The incidents served as a stark reminder that while digital security is often a focus in the crypto world, physical safety at industry events demands equal attention. 
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 I just got robbed about an hour ago, my knee is badly injured but I’m thankful that I’m fine otherwise. It’s my first time Brussels &amp; Europe for ETH CC. It’s not a good representation of the whole country. I’m sharing this story to let everyone know that no matter where you… <a href="https://t.co/lMlZXxKUWX" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/lMlZXxKUWX</a>— Evan L. (@evanincrypto) <a href="https://twitter.com/evanincrypto/status/1810377921628123333?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">July 8, 2024</a>
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Marketing specialist Evan L., attending his first event in Europe, reported being robbed on July 8, sharing his ordeal on social media to underscore the importance of vigilance.&nbsp; 
Similarly, <a href="https://x.com/Officially_Rish/status/1810631247691235723" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Rishant Kumar</a>, growth head at Kilt Protocol, faced an attack near the conference venue but managed to repel the assailant, cautioning others about the targeting of crypto investors. 
In a particularly alarming case, another attendee disclosed that they had a gun pointed at their head during a robbery, emphasizing the severity of the threats faced. 
These incidents prompt a critical examination of safety measures at crypto conferences, particularly in unfamiliar surroundings. However, it is essential to contextualize these events within Belgium’s broader safety landscape. 
Belgium maintains a moderate <a href="https://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/crime-rate-by-country" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Crime Index</a> of 48.9, according to the World Population Review, positioning it slightly lower than the U.S. (49.2). This metric calculates the incidence of reported crimes per 100,000 people, offering a comparative measure across countries. Countries like Venezuela and Papua New Guinea, with indices over 80, rank significantly higher. 
These statistics suggest that while the incidents at EthCC are concerning, Belgium’s overall crime rates are comparable to those in other developed countries.&nbsp; 
This context implies that the conference-related incidents may not reflect an unusually high crime rate in Belgium but rather isolated incidents amplified by the concentration of crypto investors. 
Crypto holders and conference attendees must remain vigilant and prioritize personal safety measures, particularly in high-density events and unfamiliar locations, to foster a secure environment as the crypto community expands. 
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EthCC Brussels Attendees Targeted by Violent Robberies

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