Companies, critical infrastructure and even the general public face a growing risk of cyberattack. SATW helps make Switzerland more secure by networking experts, providing guidance and formulating aids on the complex issue of cybersecurity.

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"Securing trust is an ongoing task": How Switzerland's digital administration creates trust

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Cybercrime in Switzerland: Who is being attacked and how?

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SwissCyber initiative

Cybersecurity

'SwissCyber Initiative': Mapping Swiss Cybersecurity Research

The 'SwissCyber Initiative' is putting together a comprehensive overview of Switzerland's research landscape in the field of cybersecurity. The aim? To help researchers connect more effectively, whilst shining a light on the blind spots within the Swiss cybersecurity ecosystem. The results will be open to the public from the end of 2026 via a searchable platform with interactive graphics.

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How much cyber sovereignty does Switzerland need? If we are to lead our country into a secure future, it is essential that we resolve strategic issues such as these. SATW facilitates discussions of this nature and enlists outstanding minds to develop solutions for Switzerland as a nation. 

Major General Alain Vuitel, Project Manager, Armed Forces Cyber Command

Cybersecurity challenges for the Swiss government

Many of the technological developments of our age are closely connected to different aspects of cybersecurity. The SATW Cybersecurity Advisory Board has identified the key technological developments that are relevant from a cybersecurity perspective. It issues recommendations for decision-makers in government and administration on the action that needs to be taken now to equip Switzerland for the challenges of tomorrow.

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Reflections on e-Society in Switzerland

Digitalisation is having a lasting impact on the way we live together and on our economy. It is necessary to create framework conditions in Switzerland in order to keep the social order and Switzerland as a centre of business up-to-date, competitive and successful in a future determined by digital processes. In the discussion paper, members of the Advisory Board Cybersecurity SATW provide food for thought for further discussion, refinement and the formation of the broadest possible social consensus in the area of e-Society.

Discussion paper on e-Society in Switzerland in German

Authors:

Karl Aberer (EPFL) | Umberto Annino (ISSS) | Alain Beuchat (UBS) |  Adolf Doerig (Doerig & Partner) | Roger Halbheer (Microsoft) | Martin Leuthold (Switch) |  Hannes Lubich (FHNW) | Adrian Perrig (ETHZ) | Bernhard Tellenbach (ZHAW) |  Daniel Walther (Swatch Group Services) | Andreas Wespi (IBM Research Lab)

Editing:

Adrian Sulzer | Nicole Wettstein 

Cybersecurity Topical Plattform

How can Switzerland best prepare for cyber threats? This is where the SATW’s thematic platform comes into play. The platform advises the secretariat on matters relating to cybersecurity and the strategic direction of the priority programme. It regularly identifies new relevant topics and highlights specific areas for action. In this way, the thematic platform helps ensure that Switzerland is as well-equipped as possible to defend itself against cyber threats.

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