With 500 participants, over 100 speakers, and representatives from 30 countries, the International Digital Security Forum (IDSF) 2025 once again brought decision-makers and experts from around the world to Vienna. For three days, the federal capital was dominated by digital security, trustworthy technologies, and international cooperation.
This year's forum, organized by the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology in cooperation with the Austrian Foreign Ministry and other partners, provided a unique platform for exchange and networking between politics, research, industry, and civil society.
A key topic at this year's event was how Europe can strengthen digital resilience without stifling innovation. Discussions ranged from new cybersecurity challenges and digital sovereignty to the role of trustworthy AI systems in security-critical infrastructures.
The high level of interest from the diplomatic sector was particularly encouraging: representatives from embassies in 16 European countries, Australia, and North America actively participated in panels, discussions, and bilateral talks—a strong signal of the forum's global relevance.
“The diversity of perspectives—from political decision-makers to technical experts—makes the IDSF a true laboratory for the future of digital security,” said one of the participants.
The IDSF25 has once again succeeded in building bridges between national and international players, forging new alliances, and creating a common understanding of the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation.
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