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Speakers at Domain Pulse 2025
- Thomas Keller
Thomas Keller is a member of the Executive Board of DENIC eG, the registry for .de domains. With over two decades of experience in the internet industry, he is also the co-chair of the first TLD Information Sharing & Analysis Center in Europe (EUR TLD ISAC).
- Andreas Musielak
Andreas Musielak, a member of the Executive Board of DENIC eG and Co-Managing Director of DENIC Services GmbH & Co. KG, is a leading figure in the domain industry. He serves as Chair of the SOPC of ICANN's ccNSO and is an active participant at CENTR.
- Claudia van Veen
Claudia van Veen is a seasoned moderator with expertise in IT, digitalization, cybersecurity, medicine, and psychology. She is fluent in German, English, and Dutch, captivating audiences with her eloquence and professional demeanor.
- Andreas Dengel
A professor of computer science, Andreas Dengel is the Managing Director at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI). He specializes in smart data and knowledge services and is a prominent figure in AI research and education.
- Christian Stummeyer
Prof. Dr. Christian Stummeyer, a leading digital and AI expert in Germany, teaches Business Informatics and Digital Commerce at Ingolstadt Technical University. He is also the Scientific Director of AININ and a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP).
- Linus Neumann
An IT security consultant and co-founder of the podcast "Logbuch: Netzpolitik," Linus Neumann combines his expertise in psychology and IT security to advise on cybersecurity policy in the German Bundestag.
- Markus Beckedahl
Markus Beckedahl has been a key observer of the internet's societal and political impacts for over 25 years. He is a prominent voice in digital and net policy discussions.
- Manuel "HonkHase" Atug
With over 23 years of experience in information security, Manuel Atug specializes in critical infrastructure protection, cybersecurity ethics, and resilience. He is the founder of the KRITIS Working Group and co-founder of the WG Sustainable Digitalisation.
- Jorge Cancio
Deputy Head of International Relations at the Swiss Federal Office of Communications (OFCOM), Jorge Cancio plays a strategic role in shaping Switzerland's international digital policy.
- Wolfgang Kleinwächter
Professor Emeritus Wolfgang Kleinwächter is a pioneer in internet governance, having shaped global policies since the 1980s. He has served on the ICANN Board and contributed significantly to transborder data flows and multistakeholder principles.
- Peter Koch
Peter Koch, Senior Policy Advisor at DENIC eG, is a veteran in the ccTLD world. He focuses on international internet governance processes, critical infrastructure, and open technical standards in the regulatory context.
- Julia Pohle
Dr. Julia Pohle is a digital policy expert leading the "Politics of Digitalization" research group at WZB Berlin. She has extensive experience in digital sovereignty and global communication policy.
- Irina Soeffky
As Head of the Subdivision for National, European, and International Digital Policy at Germany's Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport, Irina Soeffky has extensive experience in public service and digital policy.
- Richard Wein
General Manager of nic.at, Richard Wein has been a key figure in the domain industry since 2000, representing nic.at at major international forums like ICANN and CENTR.
- Robert Schischka
CTO of nic.at and Director of CERT.at, Robert Schischka has played a pivotal role in ensuring cybersecurity for Austria’s domain and IT infrastructure.
- Urs Eppenberger
Head of Registry & Collaboration at SWITCH, Urs Eppenberger has contributed to the development of Switzerland's internet infrastructure, focusing on DNS as a critical service.
February 11, 2025 - Schedule
09:00
Get Together
Networking opportunity for attendees to convene.
09:30
Welcome
Opening remarks by:
- Thomas Keller
- Andreas Musielak
- Claudia van Veen
09:45
Keynote: How to Waste an Entire IT Security Budget Without Attackers Noticing
Speaker:
Linus Neumann
This keynote examines common pitfalls in IT security spending, highlighting ineffective strategies and the need for a paradigm shift. It emphasizes real-world threat models, efficient resource allocation, and practical countermeasures to enhance security.
10:45
Coffee Break
11:00
Keynote: Of Troll Factories and Zealots: Who Spreads Disinformation, Why, and What Can Be Done About It
Speaker:
Markus Beckedahl
An exploration of the origins and motivations behind online disinformation campaigns, along with strategies to mitigate their impact.
11:30
Keynote: IT of the Future Faces New Challenges
Speaker:
Manuel "HonkHase" Atug
This session delves into emerging challenges in cybersecurity, the evolving IT landscape, and the role of resilience in building trust in digital infrastructure.
12:30
Lunch Break
14:00
TBA
Topic to be announced.
14:45
Keynote: Internet Governance: Heavy Fare, Easily Digestible
Speakers:
Jorge Cancio and Wolfgang Kleinwächter
A clear introduction to Internet Governance, covering its history, current developments, and the importance of the multistakeholder approach.
15:15
Coffee Break
16:00
Panel: WSIS+20: What Does It Mean for the Future of Internet Governance?
Panelists:
- Peter Koch
- Julia Pohle
- Irina Soeffky
Discussion on the 20th anniversary of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), examining its progress and implications for Internet governance.
17:00
End of Day 1
19:00
Evening Program
Details about the evening event to be announced at the venue.
February 12, 2025 - Schedule
09:00
Get Together
Networking opportunity for attendees to convene.
09:30
Welcome
Opening remarks by:
- Thomas Keller
- Andreas Musielak
- Claudia van Veen
09:45
Keynote: Artificial Intelligence: The Pace of the Digital Transformation
Speaker:
Andreas Dengel
This keynote discusses the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) driven by data availability and computational power. It explores AI's role in enhancing cognitive and physical abilities, aiding knowledge workers, and providing explainable decision support systems. The talk will emphasize AI as a critical technology shaping the future.
10:15
Keynote: The Customer of the Future – AI as Key Driver to a New Sales and Marketing Strategy
Speaker:
Christian Stummeyer
This presentation will focus on AI's impact on sales and marketing, detailing how it enables personalized, automated customer engagement strategies and reshapes the customer experience landscape.
11:15
Coffee Break
12:00
Panel Discussion: News from the Registries
Panelists:
- Thomas Keller
- Andreas Musielak
- Richard Wein
- Robert Schischka
- Urs Eppenberger
Discussion about updates and developments in the domain registry landscape.
13:00
Handover of the Baton and Farewell (German only)
Participants:
- Thomas Keller
- Andreas Musielak
- Richard Wein
- Robert Schischka
- Urs Eppenberger
13:15
Farewell Lunch & Networking
A closing lunch offering final networking opportunities.