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Blockchain Course in Windhoek, Namibia
University of Namibia (UNAM) Prof Dr. Walter Dettling recently delivered a two week blockchain course in Windhoek, Namibia. The hybrid teaching format included 6 in-person and 4 online postgraduate students. The course was structured as an intensive program comprising eight sessions of six hours each. It provided participants…
Swiss OT Security Summit Kick-Off Event 2026
On Thursday 26.03.2026, Prof. Dr. Bettina Schneider and Dr. Swantje Westpfahl represented the Competence Center Digital Trust at the Swiss OT Security Summit Kick-Off Event.OT Security Summit Panelists. Featuring: (Center) Prof. Dr. Bettina Schneider and Dr. Swantje Westpfahl from the Competence Center Digital TrustSource: LinkedIn…
Bloxxgame is now on the Serious Games Portal!
We are excited to share that Bloxxgame, an interactive educational simulation game, developed by Prof Dr. Walter Dettling, and designed to make blockchain concepts accessible to educators and students is now on the Serious Games Portal.What is Bloxxgame?Bloxxgame is a digital…
3LandSpiel
Congratulations are in order for Frank Grimberg, who’s novel project 3LandSpiel was approved for funding by the Steering Committee of the Interreg Upper Rhine on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The project has a total budget of €740,800.00, with the funding phase running through 31 December 2027.
Women in Cyber – Voice of the Year Finalist: Dr. Swantje Westpfahl
We are proud to share that Dr. Swantje Westpfahl has been nominated as a finalist for the Women in Cyber – Voice of the Year 2026 award, spearheaded by the NIS-2-Congress. Dr. Westpfahl has been selected as one of eight finalists in the prestigious Leading Voice category.
Swiss Africa Cybersecurity Community Featured on Initiative Afrique Podcast
On December 5th, Franka Ebai particpiated attended the Africa-Bern Research Partnership Day 2025 at the University of Bern, where researchers from Switzerland and multiple African regions presented their work and engaged in cross-regional dialogue. During the event, she also contributed insights on the ongoing Swiss–Africa Cybersecurity Community. The Swiss Africa Cybersecurity Community…
Reflecting on Success of our Competence Center Digital Trust in 2025
The year 2025 marked a significant milestone for the Competence Centre Digital Trust (CCDT) at FHNW School of Business. Our activities across research, education, innovation, and outreach demonstrate both the breadth and depth of our engagement in advancing digital trust at national and international levels.Research and Project PortfolioIn 2025, CCDT…
Swiss Africa Cybersecurity Community Organizes Its 4th Workshop, Meeting Planned Objectives
On January 15, 2026, the Swiss-Africa Cybersecurity Community held its fourth workshop as part of its ongoing agenda to foster discussion and knowledge exchange in the field of cybersecurity. The workshop was hosted by Haute École Arc Neuchâtel. Franka Ebai, Prof. Nabil Ouerhani, Dr. Carlson Eyongabi Ngwa, Prof.
Excursion to the Dreiländermuseum Lörrach
On Thursday, November 20th, the Competence Center Digital Trust team visited the Dreiländermuseum Lörrach for an excursion combining cultural insight with project-related exchange. Upon arrival, the team was welcomed by Museum Director, Jan Merk, who offered a short, exclusive guided tour of the museum. The tour provided…









