Switzerland ranks 13th among the countries most impacted by cyber activity in Europe – Source EMEA

Microsoft data from the first half of 2026 shows that Switzerland ranked 13th among countries whose customers were most frequently impacted by cyber activity in Europe and 39th globally. Across Europe, Ukraine ranked first, the United Kingdom second and Germany third, while France ranked sixth. At the same time, the latest Microsoft Digital Defense Report (MDDR) points to a rapidly evolving threat landscape shaped by artificial intelligence, identity-based attacks and increasingly interconnected digital ecosystems.

The report identifies three major shifts that organizations need to prepare for: AI is accelerating both attacks and defense, identities have become the primary target for attackers seeking access, and cyber incidents increasingly create consequences that extend beyond the initial victim. Together, these trends are reshaping the way organizations approach cybersecurity and resilience.

“The latest findings show that cyber risks rarely exist in isolation….