TECH Opening & Welcome Ceremony

At TECH by Handelsblatt 2026, we acknowledge the great challenge and opportunity of our time. The world is being rewritten by technology, and if Europe wants to remain competitive, we must accelerate. Yet innovation alone is not enough, we need to lead with intent. AT TECH, we want to start those difficult conversations: Who are we, what do we care about and how can we protect it? How do we stay true to our legacy, values and strengths while transitioning to a high-tech tomorrow? How can technology help us build the future that we want, together? Let's dive in today and build the future with intent and conviction.