Digital pioneers in the public sector wanted
As part of our call for speakers, we are once again looking for the most exciting projects from cities and public authorities. At the same time, the #SCCON26 ticket shop is now open
View from the Plaza Stage at the Smart Country Convention 2025. Source: Bitkom e.V.
From digital twins to AI in local government offices: with our 2026 Call for Speakers, we are offering innovation leaders from Germany, Switzerland and Austria the opportunity to share their ideas and solutions relating to digital cities and public authorities. We are looking for projects and use cases from experts in public administration who can enrich the #SCCON26 stage programme with 15-minute sessions.
The key themes of this year’s Smart Country Convention are:
• Digital government
• AI & cloud technologies
• Government resilience, digital sovereignty & cybersecurity
• Smart cities & smart regions
• Mobility
• Energy & Sustainability
• Digital Education & Skills Development
Interested parties can apply with their German or English-language abstracts until 8 May 2026. Further information can be found in our 2026 Call for Speakers Guidelines.
We look forward to receiving many exciting submissions!
Secure your tickets now!
At the same time, the SCCON ticket shop is opening its doors. Visitors can now secure their free tickets for the Smart Country Convention 2026 and actively help shape the digitalisation of the public sector alongside over 23,000 participants.