"a16z: How Can Blockchain Practitioners Protect Their Personal Safety Amidst Rising Violent Crimes?" (Author: Carl Agnelli) Carl Agnelli, Head of Security at a16z Crypto, points out that personal safety risks in the encryption industry, such as violent kidnappings and armed robberies, are on the rise, and founders, engineers, and investors can all become targets. Based on 35 years of security experience (including 25 years with the Secret Service), he summarizes key response strategies: maintaining a "yellow state" of alertness, avoiding the disclosure of personal information, cultivating daily safety habits (such as reducing distractions, informing others of travel plans, carrying non-lethal defense tools, and familiarizing oneself with exits), and proposes protective measures unique to the encryption industry, including setting up "secondary wallets," reducing digital footprints, enhancing home security, diversifying assets, and developing emergency response and evacuation plans. The article emphasizes: once a violent incident occurs, encryption technology itself cannot protect you; personal safety must be prioritized. Read more: