[30 Seconds to Loot 1 Billion Yen: Two Employees of a Japanese Company Robbed at Knifepoint While Exchanging Cryptocurrency in Hong Kong] BlockBeats reports that on December 23, Hong Kong police provided the latest updates on the knifepoint robbery involving 1 billion yen (approximately 50 million HKD) in Sheung Wan. Fifteen suspects, including the mastermind behind the case, have been arrested, with some having ties to organized crime. Seven individuals have already been formally charged with 'conspiracy to commit robbery.' According to the police, the case involves a Japanese company engaged in the virtual currency and luxury handbag business. On the day of the incident (December 18), two employees of the company carried four suitcases filled with large amounts of yen in cash, intending to exchange the funds for cryptocurrency and Hong Kong dollars at a familiar money exchange shop. However, near the New Era Plaza in Sheung Wan, four knife-wielding robbers swiftly stole all the cash within 30 seconds. Investigations revealed that the robbers had a clear division of labor: some were responsible for the robbery, others acted as lookouts, some provided vehicles, and they quickly transferred the stolen money ('car switching') after the crime. The operation was highly organized. Police have recovered knives, clothing, and masks used during the crime, but the majority of the stolen money is still being traced. Authorities emphasized that they believe all individuals involved in the case have been apprehended. The incident highlights the security risks associated with high-value cash and cryptocurrency offline exchange scenarios. The investigation is ongoing.