Swiss Cyber Security Days 2026: Embracing digital sovereignty
The Swiss Cyber Security Days (SCSD) will take place for the seventh time on February 17 and 18, 2026. On the main and tech stages of the congress area, leading national and international speakers will spend two days highlighting the opportunities and challenges of cyberspace and new technologies such as AI and quantum computing. Various exhibitors will also be on site.
Data, code, and digital infrastructures are the new building blocks of power, freedom, and self-determination. «Digital Sovereignty – The New Frontier» means that we ourselves determine and actively control our digital infrastructures. This is not about isolation, but about real choices, autonomy, transparency, and freedom. The motto of SCSD 2026 extends an invitation to the frontier of digital self-determination.
Digital sovereignty means self-determination and freedom
This goes hand in hand with a call to actively shape developments. «Digital sovereignty is not a question of isolation, but of self-determination. We must not delegate this responsibility, but actively exercise it,» says Nik Gugger, National Council member and President of the SCSD.
The audience can look forward to two days of high-caliber content: Federal Chancellor Viktor Rossi will give the opening speech. In addition, Florian Schütz, Director of the Federal Office for Cybersecurity, will give a keynote speech on how Switzerland's cyber resilience can be increased collectively. At the heart of SCSD 2026 is a three-hour focus on digital sovereignty, led by one of Europe's clearest and most courageous voices, Dr. Cristina Caffarra. Together with Nextcloud, Eurostack, and European and Swiss partners, we will unfold a compelling vision of why digital sovereignty is not only necessary, but also attractive and forward-looking. Also participating are NATO, Dr. Jean-Marc Rickli from the Geneva Center for Security Policy (GCSP), the FBI, Prof. Dr. Touradj Ebrahimi from EPFL, and the latest findings from the fields of e-ID, AI security, and quantum computing. Another highlight will be the contribution by Prof. Dr. Dr. Oliver Hoffmann. His research focuses intensively on the psychological conditions for sustainable work and the effects of artificial intelligence on our self-image.
New SME Zone and renowned exhibitors
The backbone of the Swiss economy—SMEs—is also particularly exposed. Those who understand and control their own IT infrastructure not only protect their business, but also gain freedom: the freedom to choose, change, and combine technologies. For SMEs, digital sovereignty is becoming a beacon that guides them through the fog of risk, dependency, and growing pressure. The new SME Zone, created specifically for this purpose, takes this into account and connects SMEs with relevant IT service providers. Here, decision-makers meet experienced IT and security specialists who present practical tools, solutions, and best practices. The zone offers guidance, inspires new partnerships, and accompanies companies on their way to a secure digital future.
In the Start-up Zone, young companies showcase their innovative cyber security solutions and engage in direct exchange with potential partners, investors, and trade visitors. Together with over 90 exhibitors such as Hornetsecurity, ELCA, Keepit, Sophos, Cloudflare, Redhat, and Axpo, a versatile platform for practical solutions, technological innovations, and direct knowledge transfer is created.
Tickets and formats – access to knowledge, exchange, and inspiration
Swiss Cyber Security Days 2026 offers the right ticket format for every interest – from EXPO Access to CONGRESS Access to the exclusive VIP ticket. Visitors can still take advantage of the early bird offer until December 31, 2025. EXPO Access now also includes access to the Tech Stage, which offers practical short presentations and technical insights.
Further information and tickets: www.scsd.ch/tickets
This article originally appeared on m-q.ch - https://www.m-q.ch/de/swiss-cyber-security-days-2026-mut-zur-digitalen-souveraenitaet/
