Expertise and digital infrastructure in Salzburg
Salzburg ranks first among the Austrian federal states in terms of expanding digital infrastructure. This includes the provision of ultra-fast broadband access with speeds exceeding 100 Mbps. The expansion and support of future-oriented study programs, collaborative projects between academia and industry, as well as the digitalisation initiative for businesses, have already proven successful in practice. Particularly in the field of digitalisation, it is the fast-paced advancements that point the way to the future. In Salzburg, we respond to these developments by implementing a 5G research infrastructure and related projects.
Focus areas in Salzburg
Digitalisation
Companies
Leading companies and exciting tech start-ups from other sectors – not just IT – have also established their headquarters, system houses, data hubs and development departments in Salzburg.
Digitalisation
Research
The research ecosystem in Salzburg connects various fields and areas of expertise. The core comprises 20 strong research groups.
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Education
Salzburg is at the forefront in Austria, not only with the country’s first Data Science degree program but also with “Spürnasenecken” (curiosity corners) in kindergartens, which spark an interest in natural sciences among young children. Additionally, Salzburg excels in STEM programs and offers study-related work opportunities with local companies.
29. July 2024
AI and Creativity in Focus: Highlights from the Media Summit 2024
At the traditional event of the media and creative industry, 220 people gathered at the end of July. In the prestigious Schloss Leopoldskron, the high-profile panels of the main program discussed topics such as AI, creativity, incentive funding, and algorithms in streaming TV.
5. June 2024
The Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences after 2 years – a review
Since its establishment two years ago, the Faculty at the Paris Lodron University of Salzburg has seen significant expansion. This was also supported by the State of Salzburg and Innovation Salzburg. On Tuesday, June 4, 2024, a review was presented at a press conference.
23. November 2023
Digital Motion: Enhancing Movement with Technology
Several research institutions in Salzburg, along with additional partners, have succeeded in bringing another COMET project to Salzburg with “Digital Motion.” COMET is the flagship program for promoting cutting-edge research in Austria.
17. November 2023
Salzburg gets its first virtual production studio
Take 2 Studios in Salzburg Sam opens Austria’s first virtual production studio.
7. November 2023
Utilizing Funding for Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The Austria Wirtschaftsservice (aws) and the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG) offer various fundings for companies looking to work with new technology.
3. November 2023
On the way to a new world of work
Transparent communication, definition of responsibilities and a new organisational structure: Samson Druck in Lungau has launched a project to successfully manage the generational change. And it will also improve the working conditions of the employees.