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Security First: The Cornerstone of Digital Sovereignty

Why Security Is the Essential Foundation of Digital Sovereignty and Which Priorities Organizations Should Focus on Now

Topic

Cloud SecurityData protection / GDPRLegislation, standards, regulations

When & Where

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Thu, 10/29/2026 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

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Forum A, Booth 6-216

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Details

  • Format:

    Technology lecture

  • Language:

    German

Session description

Speaker: Ralf Wigand

National Security Officer Digital sovereignty has become a strategic priority for enterprises and public sector organizations alike. Yet sovereignty is about far more than cloud location, data residency, or regulatory compliance. Without a strong security foundation, true digital sovereignty remains unattainable.

At the same time, the rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping the security landscape. Organizations must balance innovation with the need to protect sensitive information, govern AI systems responsibly, manage identities securely, and maintain control over critical business data in an increasingly interconnected environment.

This session explores why security is the fundamental enabler of digital sovereignty and how modern security pl ...