New economic questions and technologies are increasing in importance as the pace of digitalization increases. All academic disciplines and society as a whole must deal with these challenges, reflect critically on developments and help to shape them.

The University of Zurich positions itself internationally as a center of research into digital change, with a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration in new digital thematic areas.

The University of Zurich’s Digital Society Initiative combines various academic activities regarding digitalization and serves as a driving force for digital innovation.