WTC Appoints Dr. Florian Herzog as Scientific Advisor, Strengthening Leadership in Advanced Software Engineering, Digital Systems, and Research‑Driven Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Switzerland-based global innovation diplomacy platform, has appointed Dr. Florian Herzog to its Advisory Board as Scientific Advisor. A specialist in artificial intelligence, advanced software engineering, applied mathematics, and digital infrastructure, Dr. Herzog currently serves as Director of Studies for Artificial Intelligence in Software Engineering at FH Graubünden, where he leads academic programmes focused on computational modelling and applied AI. He is also Founder, Chairman, and CTO of Deon Digital AG, a deep-tech firm developing digital contract technology using formal methods and distributed systems, and Chief Science Officer and Management Board Member at DGTAL, where he supports AI-driven automation for the insurance sector. In addition, he advises the President of Georgia Tech Europe and previously spent over a decade at ETH Zurich as a lecturer and researcher in stochastic systems and financial modelling. In his new role at WTC, Dr. Herzog will provide scientific guidance on emerging technologies, research integrity, and long-term strategic planning, reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to responsible, research-driven global technology governance.

(PRESS RELEASE)GENEVA, Switzerland, 3-Mar-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Global Innovation Diplomacy Platform and an international non‑profit association incorporated in Switzerland, today announced the appointment of Dr. Florian Herzog to its Advisory Board as Scientific Advisor. Dr. Herzog brings deep scientific and industry expertise spanning artificial intelligence, software engineering, applied mathematics, and digital infrastructure to WTC’s mission of advancing global dialogue on emerging technologies and their societal and economic implications.

A leading figure in advanced software engineering and AI‑powered system design, Dr. Herzog currently serves as Director of Studies for Artificial Intelligence in Software Engineering at FH Graubünden (FHGR), where he develops and leads academic programmes at the intersection of computational modelling, systems engineering, and applied AI.

He is also Founder, Chairman, and CTO of Deon Digital AG, a deep‑tech company pioneering digital contract technology built on formal methods, distributed systems, and advanced programming languages, enabling organisations to model, execute, and automate high‑assurance contractual processes. Dr. Herzog has led the company since 2017, growing it into a major contributor to next‑generation digital infrastructure.

In his parallel role as Chief Science Officer and Management Board Member at DGTAL, Dr. Herzog helps drive the development of AI‑driven systems that automate claims handling and portfolio analysis for the insurance sector, integrating machine learning, data‑centric modelling, and enterprise‑grade software technology.

Dr. Herzog also serves as Advisor to the President of Georgia Tech Europe, contributing strategic and scientific insight to one of the world’s leading engineering institutions and supporting global academic‑industry collaboration. His background also includes more than a decade at ETH Zurich, where he lectured in stochastic systems, supervised advanced research, and conducted scientific work in dynamic financial modelling and risk‑based optimisation.

Over his career, Dr. Herzog has been widely recognised for bridging rigorous academic research with real‑world technological development. His work integrates computer science, mathematical modelling, AI, and enterprise systems, supporting innovations in digital infrastructure, financial engineering, and next‑generation software architecture.

In his new advisory role at WTC, Dr. Herzog will contribute scientific guidance to the organisation’s global initiatives. In alignment with his appointment, he will:

• Provide evidence‑based scientific counsel on emerging technologies, research methodologies, and strategic programme development.
• Support scientific planning and long‑term direction.
• Guide scientific integrity, methodological rigour, and research frameworks across WTC initiatives.
• Serve as a scientific ambassador for WTC, engaging with international academic and professional networks in accordance with institutional responsibilities.
• Review scientific materials and analyses in advance of strategic discussions.

Dr. Herzog’s appointment reinforces WTC’s commitment to convening global leaders who embody scientific excellence, cross‑disciplinary insight, and long‑term vision at a time when advanced software systems, trustworthy AI, and research‑driven governance are central to shaping the world’s future technological landscape.

Leadership Quote (WTC)

“We are honoured to welcome Dr. Florian Herzog to our Scientific Advisory Board,” said Dominika Haberova, Chairperson of the World Technology Congress. “His distinguished contributions to advanced software engineering, digital contract design, and AI‑enabled systems combined with his commitment to rigorous scientific methodology will significantly strengthen WTC’s mission. Dr. Herzog’s leadership and cross‑sector expertise will help advance global dialogue on how emerging technologies can be developed responsibly, transparently, and with long‑term societal benefit.”

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Distinguished expert in AI‑enabled software engineering, digital contract systems, and computational methods joins global non‑profit to advance scientific integrity, emerging technology dialogue, and evidence‑based strategic guidance

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The World Technology Congress (WTC) is a Swiss Global Innovation Diplomacy Platform and an international non-profit association dedicated to advancing global understanding of emerging technologies and their impact on business, innovation, and society. As a foundational platform and global community, WTC brings together leaders, policymakers, academics, and practitioners to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of technology. Through conferences, research, convenings, and collaborative initiatives, WTC builds partnerships and fosters essential collaborations.
WTC remains at the forefront of identifying what’s next, helping global stakeholders navigate the technological shifts defining the decade ahead.

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