EU Digital Identity Wallets Forum
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22nd October 2025
The world of digital wallets continues to progress, with the next round of EU Large Scale Pilots being formulated now. With the launch of other initiatives, both private and public sector, everywhere, cutting through the noise and discussing the real issues and innovations is essential.
But digital wallets do not stop with these initial offerings. Wallets have the capability of transforming society to become more efficient and interactive, extending both commercial and personal interactions without geographic limits, into a truly twenty-first-century world.
The EU Digital Wallet Forum combines practicality and vision for the industry and brings a critical gathering of all involved to discuss and share information.
Where we are now?
The state of digital identity in Europe is advancing rapidly with the adoption of eIDAS 2.0 and the development of the European Digital Identity Wallet. Member states are aligning their national systems to create a unified framework, enabling seamless cross-border access to services. With the recent acceptance of the Implementing Acts, the clock is ticking for all EU countries to introduce a compliant digital identity wallet by November 2026, marking a critical milestone in the region's digital transformation.
Key initiatives are setting the stage for success. Italy has unveiled its "IT Wallet," a government-led project designed to serve as the country’s official digital identity wallet. This initiative exemplifies how member states are taking bold steps to meet eIDAS 2.0 requirements. Additionally, Germany's SPRIN-D FUNKE project has demonstrated cutting-edge advancements by showcasing prototypes for secure and user-friendly wallets. These developments underline the importance of collaboration between governments, innovators, and the private sector to address usability, security, and interoperability.
The private sector is increasingly adopting technologies like biometrics, decentralized identifiers (DIDs), and AI to enhance wallet functionality and safeguard user privacy. With the November 2026 deadline fast approaching, Europe is on track to become a global leader in digital identity, setting a benchmark for trust, security, and convenience in managing identities. The success of initiatives like the IT Wallet and FUNKE project highlights the transformative potential of these efforts for citizens and businesses alike.
Building a Better Future
The must-attend forum for digital identity
We will be hosting our next ''EU Digital Identity Wallets Forum'' at Spielfeld Digital Hub in Berlin on October 22nd 2025. Be part of our physical conference and inspire the industry! Bringing together Europe’s imaginative individuals, who have a unique perspective and are redesigning how we think and manage digital innovation, to facilitate leading-edge discussion for Industry, business, SMEs, governments, and citizens.
What is the EU Digital Identity Wallets Forum?
A flexible digital identity wallet-related physical forum. It was hosted at Spielfelds Digital Hub in Berlin, Germany. It's a very open type of event - an unconference. This means every attendee will be able to participate in the agenda creation & debate on it.
Why you should come?
As a non-profit, GTF has the unrivalled ability to bring together technology experts, policymakers, and senior leaders from the public, private and academic sector institutions from across Europe and beyond. This means the forum is an essential hub for collaboration and innovation, facilitating meaningful change, as we look at opportunities for empowering businesses through digital transformation. Featuring the latest insights in this area of Identity and Security– this forum will cover many hot topics and critical areas.
Who will be attending?
GTF successfully executes its role as a sync tech and brings together the largest concentration of C-level leaders, decision-makers and technologists as well as grass-root activists. By attending this forum you`ll gain real insights into the current state of the identity world and have the ability to network and discuss the latest ideas & innovations. Our expert attendees make the GTF events unrivalled and packed with knowledge. Grab the chance to join the top leaders of Europe!
What is the atmosphere?
One of our best advantages is that we create a neutral field for debates amongst tech professionals. A very fun informal atmosphere to meet the top leaders in the public and private sectors in the EU.
Learn, enjoy and network with the most relevant people!
Partner with us
Are you looking to partner with us for the most anticipated identity wallets forum? Our partnership slots are strictly limited and subject to approval by the Executive Office.
Join us as we navigate the landscape and witness how collaborations can shape the future of identity and trust.
Explore the highlights from last year's EU Digital Identity Wallets Forum by browsing the gallery, which showcases key moments, and reviewing the outcomes paper for an in-depth analysis of the event’s findings.
Don’t miss out on understanding the insights and breakthroughs that shaped the discussions and future developments.
2024 Edition Highlights
Provisional Agenda 2025 * TBA
08:45 Registration
09:00 Welcome by Global Trust Foundation and partners
09:10 Keynote Speakers
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Steffen Schwalm - Principal consultant msg security advisors
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John Erik Setsaas - Director of Innovation, Financial Crime Prevention, Tietoevry*
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Esther Makaay - VP of Identity, Signicat*
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Viky Manaila - Trust Services Director, Intesi Group*
10:15-12:30 Open Agenda Discussion - Jon Shamah Lead
12:30-13:00 Lunch
13:00-14:00 Panel 1 The New Generation of Large Scale Pilots
Moderator: Steffen Schwalm - Principal consultant msg security advisors
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WeBuild - Organisational Wallets and Identities; Digital Product Passports
Dennis Hannemann/Bundesanzeiger
14:00-15:00 Panel 2 Safeguarding the Integrity of Identity Wallets as Credentials Proliferate
15:15-16:15 Panel 3 The ongoing Privacy and Choice Implications of a Vibrant Digital Wallet Society
16:15-17:30 Panel 4 Use Cases for the real world
Moderator: Jon Shamah - Co-founder, Global Trust Foundation
17:30-17:45 Wrap-ups from sessions
17:45-19:00 Closing followed by Networking
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Areas
1. Production live use-cases
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The new generation of Large Scale Pilots and their utilisation
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On-going utilisation of the first generation of Large Scale Pilots
2. Usability of Digital Wallets
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Advancing accessibility and inclusivity for diverse user groups, including individuals with disabilities and underserved communities.
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Streamlining onboarding processes with cutting-edge technologies like biometrics and digital signatures.
2. Interoperability and Global Cross-Border Collaboration
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Exploring the role of the Global Interoperability Framework in harmonizing global digital identity initiatives.
7. Future Trends and Innovations
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Examining the impact of mass issuance of verifiable credentials for digital wallets.
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Identifying transformative trends for the next generation of EUDI Wallets.
8. AI in Digital Identity
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Employing and countering generative AI and machine learning in real-time fraud detection and secure identity and human verification.
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Delivering hyper-personalized wallet experiences through AI-driven recommendations and dynamic interfaces.
9. Ecosystem Development and Stakeholder Collaboration
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Building ecosystems that foster collaboration between governments, private sectors, and end-users.
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Encouraging public-private partnerships for the sustainable deployment of digital wallets.
Location
The Spielfeld Digital Hub in Berlin is a dynamic innovation and collaboration space designed to foster the growth of digital startups and transform emerging technologies into practical business solutions. It connects entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors to create a thriving ecosystem that accelerates digital transformation and drives forward-thinking initiatives.
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