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Editorial Calendar 2026

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AI Driving the Future of Mobility

AI is transforming mobility – from software-defined vehicles to predictive maintenance. Juan I. Hahn from eco explains how Europe can lead the SDV revolution through AI, data, and cybersecurity.

Artificial Intelligence

Keeping Germany in the AI Race

Germany risks falling behind in the AI race. Oliver Süme from eco calls for clear rules, strong infrastructure, and innovation-friendly policies to make “AI made in Europe” a success.

Artificial Intelligence

Autonomy in the Age of Algorithms – Are We Still in Control?

AI shapes our choices – but are we still in control? Melanie Ludolph from Fieldfisher explores why digital autonomy is the next frontier of human rights in the age of algorithms.

Artificial Intelligence

AI and Automation Transforming Software Development

eco's Andreas Weiss and Lauresha Toska on how vibe coding, federated architectures, and low-code platforms are redefining agility and compliance in today’s decentralized digital ecosystems.

Artificial Intelligence

Next-Gen Software: Build Fast with Vibe Coding

Silke Kanes, Member of the Board of the eco Association, explains how vibe coding is changing software development. She explains the new phenomenon – AI-powered development that breaks barriers, accelerates prototyping, and empowers tech and business teams to build smarter, faster, and more creatively than ever before. But: This breakthrough is no cure-all for every challenge.

Artificial Intelligence

Agentic AI Is the Next Frontier in Intelligent Automation

Stephan Schnieber, IBM, on why agentic AI is the key to moving beyond basic automation and driving true digital transformation.

Artificial Intelligence

Audi Is Turning Data into A Strategic Pillar

Rüdiger Eck reveals how Audi’s Data & Analytics Factory turns data into a strategic pillar and accelerates AI-driven productivity across Production & Logistics.

Artificial Intelligence

The SME Compliance Paradox: Why German Small Businesses Excel at GDPR but Struggle with AI Rules

German SMEs excel at GDPR but struggle to meet new AI compliance demands. Thomas Amberg of Ynvolve explores how this gap could reshape their digital competitiveness.

Email Security in the Context of Germany’s Digital Sovereignty

Caroline Krohn, Head of Digital Consumer Protection at Germany’s BSI, explains how collaboration – not regulation – is strengthening email security and protecting billions lost to cybercrime each year.

Digital Resilience

Quantum Readiness for Digital Resilience

Internet pioneer Harald A. Summa explores how quantum readiness, using Post-Quantum Cryptography and Quantum Key Distribution, is essential for securing digital trust as quantum computing reshapes the digital landscape.

The Hidden Crisis: Why 98% of Domains Are Flying Blind on Email Security

98% of domains lack proper email security, costing businesses billions each year. Daniel Strauß of InterNexum reveals why most are at risk – and how to fix it.

Digital Ecosystem

FAME: Connecting The Dots in European Embedded Finance

Lauresha Toska, Ladan Raeisian & Nelia Zinatullina from eco Association explain how the EU-funded FAME project is building Europe’s trusted digital infrastructure for embedded finance – a secure, regulation-ready marketplace for financial data that ensures trust, compliance, and sovereignty.

Email Deliverability Through Trust, Security and Compliance

In this article, Julia Janssen-Holldiek & Sebastian Kluth from the eco Association reveal why email deliverability has become a core pillar of digital security and compliance. When important messages end up in spam, it is not just a technical issue; it is a question of trust.

DDoS

DDoS: From “Background Noise” to Strategic Threat

Lisa Fröhlich of Link11 warns that AI-powered DDoS attacks now threaten business continuity, reputation, and market position like never before.

DDoS

DIA DDoS PROTECT: Closing The Cybersecurity Gap for SMEs

DDoS attacks are rising – and most SMEs lack protection. Serve Bunnik of CITIC Telecom CPC explains how DIA DDoS PROTECT delivers enterprise-grade defense without costly hardware.

Security

Security and Trust in the Digital Ecosystems of Smartphone Apps

German smartphone apps track users three times more than global ones — and most data still flows through U.S. providers. Prof. Norbert Pohlmann & Ferhan Kesici reveal digital sovereignty risks.

Interconnection

Pan-Atlantic Digital Future

Ivo Ivanov from DE-CIX explains how Atlantic Convergence 2025 in Lisbon (Oct 28-30) will address urgent security, trust, and compliance challenges facing the pan-Atlantic digital ecosystem.

Security

Sovereign Cloud: Why Local Beats Global

With 25+ nationalities driving 45% more innovation revenue, Thomas Amberg reveals how Ynvolve’s diverse team creates better decisions and captures new markets globally.

Security

Beyond Data Silos: How TANGO Delivered Europe’s Federated Privacy Infrastructure

In this dotmagazine article, Lauresha Memeti Toska, Senior Technical Project Lead, and Ladan Raeisian, Junior Project Manager eco International, explain how the EU-funded TANGO project is building federated data spaces with privacy-first identity, energy-efficient AI, and governance for Europe’s digital sovereignty.

Cybersecurity

A Protective Shield for IT Infrastructure: Your Own Top-Level Domain

Kathrin Ohlmer, Founder & Managing Director of DOTZON GmbH, explores how owning a top-level domain can enhance businesses’ IT security and autonomy.

Artificial Intelligence

Confidential AI: A New Safe Space for AI Models

In a world where AI's hunger for data clashes with the need for absolute security, a revolutionary approach is changing the rules. In this article, Michael Hase, Manager EuroCloud Deutschland and Luzia Langhans, Content and Project Manager, explore how Confidential AI is eliminating the trade-off between cloud innovation and data protection, making it possible to unlock AI's full potential without compromising sensitive information.

Blockchain

How Web3 Improves Transparency, Security, Trust & Compliance

Gherardo Varani, Head of Business Development at Freename, on why consumers increasingly distrust the traditional web. Web3 offers solutions for security, trust, and compliance, using decentralization to protect data across extensive networks, ensuring transparency and user control.

Cloud Computing

How Zero Trust and Confidential Computing Ensure Secure Data Flow in the Cloud-Edge Continuum

Digital ecosystems must be scalable, flexible, and secure. Emma Wehrwein, eco Association, and Oliver Schonschek explain how a Multi-Provider Cloud-Edge Continuum enhances scalability and flexibility by dynamically distributing resources and applications. FACIS provides open standards and SLA Governance for secure data flow, while Zero Trust and Confidential Computing are essential for continuous and comprehensive security.

Cybersecurity

Why Zero-Day Malware Isn't Our Biggest Threat – System Breaches Are

In a world where system complexity breeds vulnerability, understanding and automating security processes is essential. Tim Cappelmann, Managing Director of AirITSystems, explains why the biggest threat is not zero-day malware and how integrating risk management can transform your approach to cybersecurity.

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence Instead of Another Meeting

Andy Wilson from Dropbox explores how AI is streamlining collaboration and enabling New Work by reducing inefficiencies and freeing teams to focus on what truly matters.

Digital Resilience

Digital Resilience as a Location Factor – Europe Needs Real Freedom of Choice in the Cloud

Digital resilience is key to Europe’s future. True cloud sovereignty – built on diverse, open infrastructure – ensures freedom of choice, innovation, inclusion, and diversity, as reported by Shipra Kren of eco.

Diversity

Building Bridges, Taking the Stage: Empowering Women Through Communication

Kerstin Stromberg-Mallmann of Talking Bridges on empowering women through confident communication, powerful stage presence, and strong inner mentors.

Diversity

Diversity As A Superpower: How Our International Team Makes Ynvolve Thrive

With over 25 nationalities, Ynvolve thrives on diverse minds and global insights. Thomas Amberg reveals how this multicultural mix fuels innovation and growth.

New Work

New Work: A Balancing Act between Innovation and Social Division

Catrin Schröder-Jaross explores how New Work can foster innovation – while also risking deeper social divides if equity isn’t prioritized.

Diversity

Why Women in Tech and in Data Centers Matter More Than Ever

More women are entering data center roles overcoming barriers and building careers. Dorén Fischer of Equinix explores how visibility, mentorship, and inclusive culture can foster growth and success in tech infrastructure careers.

Feature Domains

DNSSEC: Bridging the Trust Gap in the DNS Infrastructure

Trust starts with DNS. Patrick Ben Koetter of eco and sys4 AG breaks down why DNSSEC is essential for secure Internet infrastructure – and what's holding adoption back.

Domains

Reputation: It Isn’t Black or White

Sven Krohlas of Spamhaus explains how blocklists now use reputation scores and context for smarter filtering – making list choice a strategic, not just technical, decision.

DNS

Harnessing AI to Combat DNS Abuse: Towards a Safer Digital World

AI is transforming DNS Abuse response – faster, smarter, and more proactive. Su Wu, COO at iQ, explores how tech and human oversight combine for a safer digital world.

How to Prevent Email Abuse on Non-Sending Domains

Thomas Küchenthal, CTO of LEMARIT GmbH, on how you can protect your reputation, your customers, and your credibility with the right DNS entries.

Feature Email: Trust & Challenges

When E-Invoices End Up in Spam – Email Deliverability as a Challenge

E-invoicing becomes mandatory in Germany from 2025. But what if invoices land in spam? Qadir Rostamzada from eco explains why email deliverability is critical – and how CSA helps to ensure it.

Email: Trust & Challenges

The State of Email Authentication Technologies

Email security is crucial in 2025, yet most domains lack protection. Florian Vierke of Mapp Digital explains why SPF, DKIM, and DMARC matter – and what needs to change to close the gap.

Feature Domains

EuroISPA Sets the Course for a Stronger Digital Europe

EuroISPA’s 2025 General Meeting brought together a wide range of EU policymakers and digital leaders. Lars Steffen of eco highlights key actions toward a more sovereign, secure, and competitive digital Europe.

Email Best Practices

Best Practices in Email Marketing from an Anti-Spam Filter Perspective

Hornetsecurity’s Stéphane Decamps explains how marketers can stand out, build trust, and avoid being confused with spam.

Feature Interconnection

Shaping the Future of Transatlantic Digital Infrastructure

Ivo Ivanov, CEO of DE-CIX, spearheads the initiative at Atlantic Convergence 2025 – uniting global leaders in Lisbon to shape resilient, secure, and sustainable transatlantic digital infrastructure.

Feature Digital Infrastructure

Infrastructure, Interconnection, Innovation: What 30 Years Have Taught Us

Klaus Landefeld, Board Member for Infrastructure & Networks, eco Association, unpacks key lessons for today's digital leaders after 30 years of helping to shape Germany’s digital infrastructure, emphasizing innovation, strategic collaboration, and the push for sustainability.

Feature Email

Email Is Our Most Important Means of Communication

Explore the crucial role of email in our digital communication landscape and discover how enhancing email security can safeguard both personal and professional interactions. With increasing threats from sophisticated phishing attacks, Prof. Dr. Norbert Pohlmann of the eco Association explains why a secure email infrastructure is essential for protecting your vital communications.

Domains

Domain & Emails: Strengthening Your Digital Presence

Gherardo Varani, Head of Business Development at Freename, discusses the essential role of domain and email security in fostering business growth. With the increasing frequency of cyberattacks, businesses must adopt innovative strategies that integrate traditional methods with decentralized technologies for comprehensive protection.

Feature Email: Trust & Challenges

In Trust We Send – Securing Digital Communication Through Authentication

Protect your brand and enhance trust with email authentication. Sandra Schubert, Customer Success Manager, Certified Senders Alliance, on how SPF, DKIM, and DMARC can secure your communications against cyber threats.

Domains

Your own top-level domain: a decisive factor for the security of your IT infrastructure

Katrin Ohlmer, Founder & Managing Director of DOTZON GmbH, explores how owning your own top-level domain can boost security, independence, and digital identity.

Domains

Navigating the Future of Domain Registration and Brand Protection for New TLD Operators

With the next ICANN application round approaching in 2026, DomainCrawler founder Rickard Vikström explains why data – not assumptions – is the key to launching successful and sustainable TLDs.