Alpine Tech Forum Session 2
The Alpine Tech Forum 2026 brings together leaders from technology, business, and government to explore Europe’s path toward digital sovereignty.
This session of Alpine Tech Forum 2026 focuses on the strategic, industrial, and geopolitical dimensions of digital sovereignty - from blockchain infrastructure and defense innovation to Europe’s position in an increasingly fragmented digital world.
Agenda:
16:25–16:45 | Cardano Fireside Chat
Europe’s Moment: Why Trust Infrastructure Delivers Digital Sovereignty and Growth
A fireside conversation on trusted digital foundations and their role in Europe’s long-term digital resilience.
Speakers: Alexander E. Brunner (Alpine Tech Forum), Fred Gregaard (Cardano Foundation)
Supported by Cardano Foundation
16:45–17:15 | VIA Blockchain for Industry Panel
Industrial Infrastructure for the Digital Age: Europe’s Blockchain Moment
A discussion on blockchain as a strategic layer for Europe’s industrial and institutional infrastructure.
Panelists: Daniela Bobak (Bundesblock), Jakob Bosshard (VIA Science), Sebastian Becker (Bundesblock), Patrick Hansen (Circle EU Strategy), and Jan-Oliver Snell (Qivalis)
Supported by VIA Science
17:15–17:45 | Defense Innovation Association Panel
From Digital Dependence to Digital Power: Europe’s Next Decade
A conversation on strengthening Europe’s digital autonomy across defense, security, and critical systems.
Panelists: Céline Neuenschwander (Defense Innovation Association), Evelina Georgieva (Modirum), Michal Rachtan (Unit8), Cäsar Stiefel (ELCA)
Supported by Modirum & ELCA
17:45–18:35 | Austria Entrepreneur Panel
Trust in Action: Turning Digital Sovereignty into Reality
Practical insights from Austria on translating digital sovereignty into scalable systems and real-world adoption.
Panelists: Patrick Sagmeister (Advantage Austria), Martin Kaswurm (Chaka2), Christian Niedermueller (KuCoin Europe), Helmut Leopold (AIT / Gaia-X Hub Austria)
Supported by Advantage Austria
18:35-19:30 | Networking Drinks
This session is made possible with the support of Modirum Platforms, Advantage Austria, VIA Science and Cardano Foundation.
Due to the exclusive nature of this event, space is limited and attendance is by application only.
We are committed to curating a high-quality experience that fosters meaningful connections and high-level discussion.
We hope you are able to join us.
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