Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research “The Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research (BMBWF) creates the best possible framework conditions so that universities and research institutions can effectively help shape the future through innovative scientific and technological developments. As the responsible federal minister, it is therefore a great pleasure for me to support the TECHNOLOGY IMPACT SUMMIT as a new, innovative and interdisciplinary exchange format between politics, business and society. The summit offers an excellent opportunity to discuss current technological developments and shape the future together.” Ao. Prof. Dr. Martin Polaschek, Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research

Federal Chancellery “Digital change does not happen on its own – we have to actively tackle it. The Technology Impact Summit brings together people who not only want to talk about ideas, but also find concrete solutions. For me as State Secretary for Digitalization, it is crucial to bring innovation into action and create framework conditions that enable real progress. The summit offers precisely this space to consider together how we can shape digital technologies in such a way that they offer real added value for everyone.” Claudia Plakolm, State Secretary for Digitalization, Youth and Civilian Service

Steiermärkische Sparkasse “Steiermärkische Sparkasse is a reliable and innovative financial partner in Styria. In addition to personal advice, we are also there for our customers digitally at any time and from any location thanks to George. The rapid development of technologies, especially artificial intelligence, will permanently change many industries – including the banking sector. If the potential is used well, many processes can be made more efficient and our customers can receive even more personalized advice.” Dr. Oliver Kröpfl, Member of the Management Board of Steiermärkische Sparkasse

Grazer Wechselseitige Versicherung AG “Grazer Wechselseitige Versicherung AG is an Austrian composite insurance company based in Graz. Since its foundation in 1828, the company has developed from the original fire insurance company into an international group in Central, Eastern and South Eastern Europe, combining insurance, real estate and financial services under one roof. “New technologies, science, research and society have always had a high priority in our company, because without research there is no innovation, without innovation there is no progress. Based on the idea of innovation and our clear commitment to science and research, we are delighted to be a partner of the Technology Impact Summit (TIS) 2024.”
KR Klaus Scheitegel, General Director of Grazer WechselseitigeVersicherungAG

PwC Austria “Artificial intelligence is crucial for safeguarding our economic performance. It enables us to automate repetitive tasks and thus focus on higher-value, creative activities. This not only strengthens our competitiveness, but also creates new opportunities for innovation and growth. AI is not a substitute, but a valuable partner on our path into the future.” Dr. Rudolf Krickl, Territory Senior Partner

Grant Thornton Austria “Grant Thornton Austria stands for auditing and consulting that creates security and trust. We support companies in using data in a valuable and legally compliant way. Artificial intelligence is the growth engine of the future and holds profound opportunities. We are therefore delighted to support the Technology Impact Summit 2024 in Graz as a partner.” Marlene Hanschitz-Halikias, Partner, Grant Thornton Austria

LexisNexis Austria

“LexisNexis offers specialized legal information and legal tech workflow solutions and is at the forefront of generative artificial intelligence internationally.
Austria is one of the first countries where we are making our AI solutions available and we are ensuring that the Austrian legal and tax industry is at the forefront of this field.
AI brings great change for all of us – as one of the global pioneers, we take our responsibility seriously and offer a transparent dialog about safe AI and the concerns of the industry.”

Susanne Mortimore, CEO LexisNexis Austria

Schiefer Rechtsanwälte GmbH “Schiefer Rechtsanwälte is the leading public procurement law firm in Austria. As a partner of the Technology Impact Summit, we are committed to the sensible but also responsible use of artificial intelligence in public procurement. AI can be supportive, but it cannot replace the core competencies of lawyers – namely the interpretation, interpretation and application of the law. Both our society and the public sector are faced with the challenge of putting an ethical corset around the achievements of technological change. Freely according to the principles of digital humanism.” Martin Schiefer, lawyer for public procurement,founder and partner of the law firm Schiefer Rechtsanwälte

AWS “As aws, we support Austrian companies in all business phases. We support young companies in the pre-seed and seed phase with grants and advice on the development of innovative products and services. Great importance is attached to technology and impact-oriented projects. As a federal development bank, we are delighted to be part of the Technology Impact Summit and to support the building of bridges between science, technology and application.” Edeltraud Stiftinger and Bernhard Sagmeister, aws Management Board