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Swiss Citizens Fall Prey to Online Scams at Higher Rate than Other Europeans

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According to recent statistics, Switzerland has a higher rate of online scams and cybercrime compared to other European countries. Despite being less active on social media, Swiss residents are more vulnerable to identity theft and other online scams.

High Incidence of Cybercrime in Switzerland

Last year, 4% of the Swiss population reported falling victim to online credit card fraud, with a similar percentage claiming to have lost documents due to computer virus infections. These figures are higher than the European average of 3%, highlighting the country’s vulnerability to cyber threats.

Common Forms of Online Scams

The most common forms of online scams affecting Swiss citizens include:

• Email and social media account hacking
• Cyberbullying
• Identity theft
• Credit card fraud

According to the Federal Statistics Office (FSO), the frequency of cybercrime incidents in Switzerland is comparable to levels observed in Denmark, where internet use is similar.

Weaker Online Protection Measures

Experts attribute Switzerland’s high rate of cybercrime to weaker online protection measures. In 2014, nearly three-quarters of Swiss internet users reported using protection software, but this proportion has dropped to two-thirds over the past five years.

Authorities’ Concerns and Recommendations

As concerns about cybercrime continue to mount, authorities are urging citizens to exercise caution when transacting online and to report any suspicious activities to the authorities immediately. The FSO warns that frequent online transactions make individuals more susceptible to falling prey to scams.

Source: Federal Statistics Office (FSO), KPMG survey