Global Risk Forecast 2026
Future ready,
Now.
Navigating risk with operational insight.
Crisis24’s Global Risk Forecast 2026 equips leaders to anticipate what’s next and act fast – with precision. By integrating intelligence with operations, we provide a clear path through uncertainty. This report will show you: where to focus, when to move, and what to do.

Regional Outlooks
Take a deep dive into the geopolitical and security dynamics across global regions.

Americas

Asia-Pacific

Europe

Middle East and North Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa
Key Trends
The most pressing risks often transcend borders, with technology multiplying both risk and opportunity. Gain insight to help your organization strengthen resilience.

AI and Energy Competition Likely to Elevate US-China Tensions

Cyber Prepositioning and the Emerging Threat to Critical Infrastructure

Escalating Cybersecurity Threat Requires Adaptive Measures

Misinformation and Disinformation Pose a Significant Threat to Global Health

Narratives as an Attack Surface: The 2026 Information Risk Forecast

Severe Weather Likely to Impact the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Trade Policy to Disrupt Shipping Through 2026
The Experts' Take
Discover what the experts behind Crisis24’s latest innovations have to say about the future of risk management.

AI and Security: Reimagining Global Risk Management
In this Q&A, Crisis24’s Cathy Gill, Vice President, Product Management, and Chris Hurst, Vice President, AI and Innovation, discuss how AI can enh...

Global Health Security: Ensuring Consistent Standards of Medical Care Across Borders
In this Q&A, Crisis24 Medical Director Craig Stark, MD, FACP, explains how the company’s medical governance model ensures evidence-based consisten...

Navigating Tomorrow's Cyber Threats: AI, Layered Security, and Proactive Defense
Crisis24 cybersecurity experts Ghonche Alavi, Director of Cybersecurity, and Ante Batović, PhD, Senior Consultant, explore how organizations can build...

Redefining Intelligence for the C-Suite and Boards
In this Q&A, Geoffrey Hills, Managing Director, and Ansel Stein, Vice President, Operations, of Crisis24 AiiA Powered by Palantir, discuss the ori...
Webinars
Take a closer look at the global trends and regional events most likely to disrupt operations in 2026 in this series of webinars featuring Crisis24 intelligence analysts.

Americas: Organized Crime in Latin America
Organized crime in Latin America is rapidly evolving, with major groups adopting drones, AI, and advanced smuggling methods that expand risk beyond drug trafficking. In this webinar, Crisis24 experts will examine how these shifts are reshaping the 2026 operating environment across the Americas, with implications for physical security, cyber resilience, supply chains, and crisis planning.

A First Look: Crisis24 Global Risk Forecast 2026
An exclusive preview of Crisis24’s 2026 Global Risk Forecast, where our intelligence experts reveal how AI, geopolitics, and environmental pressures converge—and how operational intelligence turns uncertainty into safer, informed decisions.

From Conflict Zone to Corporate Risk: What the Iran-Israel War Means for Global Operations
The Iran-Israel conflict is rapidly evolving and presents a global challenge with operational implications for international organizations. In this webinar, Crisis24’s intelligence analysts and operational experts will unpack the mid-term impacts with a focus on connecting military developments to actionable insights.
RISK RATING MAP 2026
How to Use the Map
Click on a country to reveal the overall country risk rating and specific category ratings. Access the full map by requesting the Global Risk Forecast 2026 report.
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