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Paraguay probes death of crypto exec Harry Yeh amid extortion fears

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Paraguayan authorities are investigating the death of Harry Yeh, a Hong Kong-born cryptocurrency executive, who was found dead outside his residential building in Asunción. While police are considering all possibilities, including accident, suicide, or foul play, experts are warning of a global increase in violent extortion targeting digital asset holders, a practice known as "wrench attacks". Yeh's body was discovered at the foot of the Jade Park residential complex, and investigators noted that his apartment was found in disarray with the doors open. AI

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Paraguay probes death of crypto exec Harry Yeh amid extortion fears

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