Digitalization is a key tool that can help the Czech Republic become one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world. The 11th edition of the Digital Czech Republic conference, organized by the Institute for Politics and Society in cooperation with its partners, will provide a platform for discussions, visions, and concrete steps that will shape the digital future of our country.
The conference will welcome top experts from both the Czech Republic and abroad, including specialists in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Participants can look forward to insightful presentations and discussions that will reveal the latest trends and strategies on how Czechia can fully harness the potential of digital technologies.
This year’s program will focus on key topics that resonate across society:
- Artificial intelligence and its role in the Czech economy
- Cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection
- Digitalization of public administration: From vision to reality
- Cloud technologies and telecommunications as the foundation of digital transformation
The event will also feature an interactive exhibition, showcasing the latest technological innovations—from AI-powered 3D avatars to practical applications of augmented reality.
The digital future of Czechia is being shaped today.
Join those who are making the decisions—March 13, 2026, at the Hilton Hotel in Prague.
For more information about the conference, please visit: digitalni-cesko.eu
PROGRAM:
REGISTRATION
WELCOME SPEECH
- Šárka Shoup, Executive Director, Institute for Politics and Society
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
- Aleš Juchelka, Minister, Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic
- Lukáš Klučka, Deputy Minister, Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic
TECHNOLOGY CREATOR OR CONSUMER: THE TRAJECTORY OF THE CZECH ECONOMY
Speakers:
- Marek Ebert, Chairman of the Council, Czech Telecommunication Office
- Lukáš Kačena, Government Commissioner for AI, Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic
- Julia Schvarcová, Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Google
- Milena Jabůrková, Vice President, Confederation of Industry of the Czech Republic
Moderator: Michala Hergetová
COFFEE BREAK
THE DIGITAL STATE AND INFRASTRUCTURE: SECURITY VS. FUNCTIONALITY
Speakers:
- Robert Králíček, Commissioner for Digitalization and Strategic Security; Member of the Chamber of Deputies, Parliament of the Czech Republic
- Lukáš Kintr, Director, National Cyber and Information Security Agency
- Juraj Šedivý, General Director, CETIN Group
- Michal Stachník, General Manager for the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Microsoft
Moderator: Justin Svoboda
RULES OF THE DIGITAL ECONOMY: MARKET PROTECTION OR A BARRIER TO INNOVATION AND GROWTH?
Speakers:
- Simona Hornochová, Director General, General Financial Directorate
- Petr Mlsna, Chairman, Office for the Protection of Competition
- Petr Polák, Country Manager, Visa
- Anna Greczuk-Borowska, Director of Group Shopper Financing, Allegro
Moderator: Michala Hergetová
COFFEE BREAK
AI AND THE WORKFORCE: WHERE PROTECTION ENDS AND ADAPTATION BEGINS
Speakers:
- Aleš Juchelka, Minister, Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic
- Veronika Bush, vedoucí veřejné politiky, Wolt
- Ján Komoš, manažer pro lidské zdroje, Amazon
- Aleš Rod, Executive Director, Centre for Economic and Market Analyses
Moderator: Justin Svoboda
NO DIGITAL STATE WITHOUT DIGITAL IDENTITY: WHERE PROGRESS HAS STALLED
Speakers:
- Marek Novák, Member of the Chamber of Deputies, Parliament of the Czech Republic
- Lukáš Klučka, Deputy Minister, Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic
- Jan Blažek, Chairman of the Board, Bankovní identita, a.s.
- Bohdan Urban, Director, Digital and Information Agency
Moderator: Michala Hergetová
LUNCH & NETWORKING
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Date & Venue: Digitální Česko 2026 will take place on March 13, 2026, at the Hotel Hilton, Pobřežní 311/1, Prague.
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Language: The event will be conducted in Czech. Simultaneous interpretation into English will be provided for all attendees.
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Registration: Attendance is subject to prior confirmation of registration by the organizer. Admission is not possible without this confirmation.