"Sovereignty” is appearing more and more in conversations about cybersecurity and the digital world. But what does it actually mean — and is it something that can truly be applied in practice? This workshop presents new research exploring the growing emphasis on digital sovereignty across governments and organisations. Is this wave driven primarily by geopolitical uncertainty and shifting global alliances, or does it reflect deeper questions about control, dependence, and power in an interconnected world?

Participants will share their perspectives on sovereignty, control, and responsibility in digital environments and through live questions and facilitated discussion, will be asked what they believe sovereignty means in practice and where they think power truly resides. These views will then be contrasted with the findings from the latest research, creating space for reflection, debate, and reassessment of assumptions.

This workshop is suitable for senior decision-makers, cybersecurity leaders, CIOs and CTOs, risk and compliance professionals, government officials, and policy advisors. It is particularly relevant for those responsible for shaping long-term cyber strategy and strengthening organisational resilience in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.

Participants will gain a clearer understanding of what digital sovereignty means in strategic terms and how it connects to long-term cyber resilience. The session will challenge assumptions about who is truly in control of the technology their organisations rely on, encouraging a deeper examination of dependency, influence, and decision-making power