Context Matters: Crypto Isn’t Necessarily More Dangerous Per User

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While headline numbers paint a grim picture, the data becomes more nuanced when adjusted for user growth. Crypto ownership has expanded dramatically over the past decade, and when attacks are normalized by the number of users or total value held, crypto was actually riskier in 2015 and 2018 than it is today.

Still, the risk is real—especially for individuals with significant exposure. As Qureshi emphasized, this is not just an academic discussion but a reminder that personal security matters. Even as digital threats like phishing decline, physical risk remains tightly linked to market cycles, making proactive security planning essential for high-risk participants.

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adjusting for user growth really changes the story, crypto felt way sketchier back in 2017 tbh