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Ransomware Threats in the Americas H1 2026: Dissecting the Regional Attack Patterns and Dominant Actors
August 14, 2026 · Cyble · Severity: CRITICAL
The Americas faced the highest ransomware burden globally in the first half of 2026, with 2,188 documented attacks representing over 57% of worldwide incidents. North America experienced a diverse, multi-group RaaS economy led by Qilin, while South America saw concentrated activity from operators like The Gentlemen. Security leaders need distinct threat models for each sub-region due to differing attacker behaviors and sector targeting.
Key Takeaways
- The Americas accounted for 57% of global ransomware attacks in H1 2026, with 2,188 incidents.
- North America’s threat landscape is a competitive RaaS marketplace, while South America is more consolidated.
- Top groups include Qilin in North America and The Gentlemen in South America, targeting different sectors.