Digital
Humanism
Conference

Vienna
MuseumsQuartier
26–28 May 2025

Shaping
our
digital
future

#DigHum2025 brings together experts to discuss technology through the lens of human values and democratic principles. Challenging the digital, empowering the human.

What to expect

The Digital Humanism Conference will take place from 26 to 28 May 2025 in Vienna. This year, the conference takes place under the motto: “Shaping Our Digital Future”.

The conference brings together global thinkers, innovators, and policymakers to explore Digital Humanism’s potential. Discover key topics, meet leading experts, and gain actionable insights shaping our collective future.

Information technology is profoundly transforming our societies, with artificial intelligence opening new avenues for technological innovation. At the same time, there are significant concerns about how to sustain and advance democracy, human rights, inclusion, diversity, and environmental regeneration in the digital age, ensuring these benefits are accessible to all.

Shaping our digital future

Under the patronage of Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen, renowned international speakers will share their perspectives, provide fresh insights, and highlight potential pathways to creating a digital future that benefits all.

Join us for the 2025 Digital Humanism Conference in Vienna!

Trusting AI

AI ecosystems beyond giant platforms

International governance

Social media and democracy

Cybersecurity in times of AI hacking

Social innovation and participatory AI

AI innovation Austria

Teaching Digital Humanism

Funding a digital future worth living

IT for advancing society:
key challenges and future pathways

Programme overview

Monday, 26 May

AI and society

The first day of DigHum2025 Vienna focuses on societal challenges of AI. Starting from the politics of AI to questions of sustainability, robustness, and socio-economic issues the day will explore trustworthiness in AI and other societal challenges. It includes testing the limits of what we know as AI today. 

Tuesday, 27 May

Platforms and power

The second day addresses burning questions of large platforms, their role in the AI ecosystem and questions of control and governance. It will further include a debate about progress on international governance as well as key questions in managing AI cybersecurity.

Wednesday, 28 May

Disruptive innovation

The third day of DigHum2025 Vienna presents a vibrant and inclusive program of workshops, panels, and presentations. It will focus on innovation, the transformative role of AI, and its potential to drive social innovation while strengthening democracy.

The program will highlight advancements in Austrian AI initiatives, facilitate discussions on teaching Digital Humanism, and address funding priorities for fostering a sustainable and equitable digital future. Sessions will tackle pressing issues surrounding social media, journalism, and participation in the age of AI.

Keynote speaker highlights

Highlights from our keynote and panel speakers:

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FAQ

What is #DigHum2025?

The Digital Humanism Conference 2025 “Shaping our digital future” will take a deep dive into the challenges of the digital transformation, exploring how

(i) technology and artificial intelligence can be shaped to prioritize human interests and foster societal well-being, and

(ii) how to shape and develop institutions safeguarding human and societal interests.

The Digital Humanism Conference is a three-day event taking place from 26 to 28 May 2025 in Vienna, at the beautiful and centrally located MuseumsQuartier.

Over the course of three full days, it will bring together global thinkers and policymakers to explore the potential of Digital Humanism and address societal challenges posed by AI. Topics will also include AI ecosystems, cybersecurity and governance, as well as social innovation and democracy.

See if this conference aligns with your goals and interests.

This conference welcomes anyone engaged in shaping our digital future and advancing Digital Humanism, including:

  • Researchers and academics examining the intersection of technology and society.
  • Members of Digital Humanism communities, contributing to its evolving discourse.
  • Policymakers and administrators from national and international levels.
  • Business leaders and technology developers interested in ethical innovation.
  • Representatives from institutions, NGOs, and international organizations driving global discussions.
  • Curious individuals from the public, eager to explore the societal impacts of technology.
Austrian Federal President Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen, Photo (c) Jork Weismann

We are delighted to announce that Austrian Federal President Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen has assumed the patronage of honour for this international conference.

Our partners

DighHum2025 is partnering up with these great companies and organisations. Thank you!

The Digital Humanism Conference is organised by Digital Humanism | Verein zur Förderung des digitalen Humanismus and supported by the City of Vienna and the Vienna Science and Technology Fund (WWTF). 

In cooperation with

FFG