A3F 2026

A3F 2026 is Zurich’s top-tier tech and innovation conference, bringing together over 600 founders, investors, and visionaries from the fields of Deep Tech, AI, Robotics & Blockchain. Held at the iconic Kaufleuten, the event offers a platform for fresh ideas, real-world insights, and powerful connections.

The program features engaging keynotes, panels, fireside conversations and masterclasses, alongside curated networking formats, all designed to position Zurich as a global force in deep tech.

🔹 Speaker Sneak Peek

We are proud to present our first wave of confirmed speakers. Stay tuned as we continue to unveil more industry leaders until May.

08:30 - 09:00:           Check-in & Welcome Coffee

09:00 - 09:05:           Official opening
                                         Kiki Mäder, Alan Frei 

09:05 - 09:15:           Welcome speech 
                                         Hans Rudolf Merz
                                         (Former Federal Councillor)

09:15 - 09:35:            Keynote - "Building the Future
                                         with Robotics and AI"
                                         Peter Fankhauser (ANYbotics)

09:35 - 09:50:           Program slot open

09:50 - 10:25:           Panel - "The Future of Switzerland"
                                         Alex Ilic (ETH AI Center)
                                         Jürg Müller (Avenir Suisse)
                                         Additional guest open

10:25 - 10:55             Startup Pitch live presentations

10:55 - 11.00:            Mike Comedy session 1 of 3 

11:00 - 11:45:            Masterclass

11:45 - 11:50:            Mike Comedy session 2 of 3 

12:15 - 13:30:            Flying lunch and networking Kaufleuten

13:15 - 13:50:            Panel - "Investing in scalable
                                          startups AI revolution"
                                          Lea Sophie Cramer
                                          Andrea Silberschmidt Buhofer
                                          Bettina Hein

13:50 - 14:25:            Masterclass - "Build Apps in Minutes
                                          with bloom.diy"
                                          David Alonso  

14:25 - 15:00:            "Club Wasserdicht" live podcast
                                          Tobias Reichmuth
                                          Adrian Locher
                                          Marc Bernegger
                                          Alan Frei

15:00 - 15:35:            Panel - "Robo Taxi Race"
                                          Martin Neubauer (Postauto)
                                          Addotional speaker TBA

15:35 - 16:05:            Fireside - "Swiss 100 million
                                          user story"
                                          Andy Yen (Proton)

16:05 - 16:10:            Mike Comedy session 3 of 3 

16:10 - 16:30:            Masterclass

16:30 - 17:00:            Keynote

17:00 - 17:30:            Closing Speech guest exit

18:00 - open end:    Conference after party

🔹 Program Highlights

• Strategic Insights: High-stakes keynotes and fireside chats on the most disruptive technologies.

• Deep Dives: Expert panels on AI, Deep Tech, Robotics and the future of Blockchain.

• Actionable Learning: Short, quick-learning masterclasses addressing real-world entrepreneurial challenges.

• Curated Networking: Engage with peers during the networking breakfast, lunch, and dedicated breakout sessions.

• The Afterparty: Wrap up the day at our closing party with lmusic, drinks and great conversations

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