Zurich, 10 February 2026
On 1 – 2 September 2026, the fifth edition of the Global Cyber Conference 2026 will take place at The Dolder Grand Zurich. Organised by the Swiss Cyber Institute, the conference is one of the most important meeting points for cybersecurity leaders in Switzerland and Europe. This year’s theme, “Convergence”, highlights the strategic intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and quantum technologies. With its proven concept of 50% networking and 50% knowledge exchange, the event will once again bring together more than 350 decision-makers, thought leaders and practitioners from around the world.
Key Themes
The Global Cyber Conference 2026 addresses the most pressing questions of our digital present and future. Over two days, international experts will discuss topics including:
- Cyber leadership and geopolitical resilience
- AI governance, trustworthy algorithms and frontier AI
- Quantum security and future cryptographic scenarios
- Cybersecurity workforce transformation
- Skills for the digital economy
- Responsible use of AI agents and autonomous systems
Networking & High-Impact Formats
The conference remains a platform for strategic exchange, interdisciplinary perspectives, and long-lasting professional relationships. Highlights of the 2026 edition include:
- Pre-Conference Networking Event on 19 August 2026 at Park Hyatt Zurich: an informal starting point for meaningful conversations and new partnerships.
- Gala Dinner & Swiss CISO Awards on 1 September 2026 at The Dolder Grand, celebrating outstanding achievements in cybersecurity.
- Hacker’s Escape Room: an immersive, interactive format combining teamwork, logic, and technical expertise.
- Two full days of practical and actionable keynotes, panels, and roundtables.
Swiss CISO Awards 2026
A signature highlight of the conference is the exclusive Gala Dinner on 1 September 2026, during which the Swiss CISO Awards will be presented for the fourth time. The national awards recognise individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in cybersecurity.
Awards are presented in three categories:
- Swiss CISO of the Year
- CISO for Culture and Diversity
- Future Leader
An independent expert jury evaluates the nominees and honours their contributions to strengthening Switzerland’s cyber resilience.
Applications / nominations are now open: https://globalcyberconference.com/swiss-ciso-awards/
Registration and Additional Information
Registration for the Global Cyber Conference 2026 is now open. Participants currently benefit from an early bird rate.
All details about the program, events, speakers, and participation can be found at: https://globalcyberconference.com
Press Contact
Anastasiia Vollmar
Head of Marketing
Swiss Cyber Institute
+41 44 501 40 76
anastasiia@swisscyberinstitute.com
Talacker 50, 8001 Zurich, Schweiz
