Last weekend there was a lot going on about this topic. A reason for us to investigate. This blog summarizes our findings. Donald Trump's re-election as president of the United States has provoked a lot of reactions worldwide, and Europe is no exception. One of the main areas his re-election may affect is cybersecurity. In this blog, we examine the potential implications for Europe.

Changing Priorities in the U.S.

Under Trump, the U.S. has adopted a more isolationist approach, which could mean less cybersecurity cooperation. This could lead to reduced sharing of critical information between the U.S. and European countries, which could weaken overall cybersecurity.

Increased Threat of Cyber Attacks

With Trump's re-election, tensions with countries such as China and Russia may further escalate. These countries have carried out cyber attacks on both the U.S. and Europe in the past. An increase in geopolitical tensions could lead to an increase in such attacks, which could leave European infrastructures and businesses more vulnerable.

Influence on European Policymaking.

European countries could be forced to review and strengthen their own cybersecurity strategies. This could accelerate the development of independent cyber security measures and technologies within Europe. The European Union could also consider new partnerships with other countries to bridge the gap created by reduced cooperation with the US.

Donald Trump's re-election could have significant implications for cybersecurity in Europe. While the immediate impact has yet to be seen, it is clear that European countries must prepare for a changing landscape and take proactive steps to strengthen their cyber defenses. This combination, along with the new NIS2 legislation, brings a lot of cybersecurity work for us and also for you as our clients. Need help? We'll be happy to help! Super logical right!

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