A recent survey by Vouch Atlas, a travel security platform, has created a world map of perceived laptop theft risk in coffee shops. The study asked users: 'Would you leave your laptop unattended in a coffee shop here for 10 minutes?' The results are based on subjective fear, not official crime statistics.
The map highlights regions where users feel most and least safe. For example, Nordic countries like Iceland and Denmark ranked as low-risk, while parts of Southern Europe and Latin America were perceived as higher risk. The survey is described as 'decidedly unscientific' by its creators, emphasizing it reflects personal anxiety rather than actual theft rates.
Vouch Atlas notes that the data comes from user submissions and should not be used for travel safety decisions. The platform recommends always keeping laptops in sight, regardless of location. No specific theft statistics were provided in the survey.
