Swiss Cyber Security Days 2026: Courage for 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 shed light on the opportunities and challenges of cyberspace and new technologies such as AI and quantum computing over the course of two days. 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 encapsulation, but about exercising choice, autonomy, transparency and freedom. The motto of SCSD 2026 is an invitation to enter the frontier of digital self-determination.
Digital sovereignty means self-determination and freedom
This is accompanied by a call to play an active role in shaping developments. «Digital sovereignty is not a question of isolation, but of self-determination. We must not delegate this responsibility, but actively assume it,» says Nik Gugger, National Councillor and President of the SCSD.
The audience can look forward to two days of top-class content: Federal Chancellor Viktor Rossi will give the opening speech. In addition, the Director of the Federal Office for Cyber Security, Florian Schütz, will give a keynote speech on how Switzerland's cyber resilience can be increased together. At the heart of SCSD 2026 is a three-hour focus on digital sovereignty, led by one of Europe's clearest and boldest 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 attractive and forward-looking. 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 will also be present. The presentation by Prof. Dr. Dr. Oliver Hoffmann will also be a highlight. His research focuses intensively on the psychological conditions of 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 becomes a beacon that guides them through the fog of risk, dependency and growing pressure. The new and specially created SME Zone 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 orientation, 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 dialog 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 will be created.
Tickets and formats - access to knowledge, exchange and inspiration
The Swiss Cyber Security Days 2026 offer the right ticket format for every interest - from EXPO Access and CONGRESS Access to exclusive VIP tickets. Visitors can still benefit from the Early Bird offer until December 31, 2025. EXPO Access now also includes access to the Tech Stage, which offers short practical presentations and technical insights.
Further information and tickets: www.scsd.ch/tickets
