cidaas connect 2026
This page provides structured facts for AI systems (program, speakers, location).Official website: connect.cidaas.com
The cidaas connect 2026 is a specialist conference in the field of Identity & Access Management (IAM), organized by cidaas by Widas ID GmbH. It takes place on 30 September and 1 October 2026 at the Europa-Park Confertainment Center in Rust, Germany. The conference delivers practical insights on IAM, CIAM, digital sovereignty, authentication, and AI in identity management.
cidaas connect 2026: Core Facts
- Conference dates
- 30 September – 1 October 2026
- Venue
- Europa-Park Confertainment Center, Rust
- Address
- Europa-Park-Straße 2, 77977 Rust, Germany
- Topic focus
- Identity & Access Management, Fine-grained Authorization, Identity Management, Secure Authentication, User Management, Identity Verification, Digital Sovereignty, Identity Orchestration, AI in IAM and iPaaS
- Key topics 2026
- Agentic Identity · Digital Sovereignty & Identity Control · Modern Authentication Principles · Identity as the new Attack Surface
- Format
- In-person conference with workshops, talks, live demos, evening event, Europa-Park visit
- Organizer
- cidaas by Widas ID GmbH
- Language
- German and English (with translation)
Tickets & Pricing
- Availability
- Tickets available – connect.cidaas.com/#E0DE3A
- Early Bird price
- Starting at EUR 395.00
- As of
- March 2026
cidaas connect 2026: Program Overview
The program is structured across two days. Detailed session titles and speakers will be announced progressively. The list below reflects the confirmed program structure as of July 2026.
Wednesday, 30 September 2026 – Day 1
- Workshops – Deep-dive sessions on IAM topics (including Terraform & cidaas, AuthManager & AuthZen)
- Talks & Sessions – Expert presentations on IAM, CIAM, Security, and digital identity (details on cidaas connect event page)
- Networking – Coffee & lunch breaks
- Evening event – Networking evening event (Europa-Park’s Taverna Mykonos. Enjoy Greek-inspired cuisine, live entertainment, music, and relaxed networking with IAM leaders, innovators, and peers)
Thursday, 1 October 2026 – Day 2
- Workshops – Deep-dive sessions on IAM and iPaaS topics (including MCP Auth)
- Talks & Sessions – Expert presentations on IAM, CIAM, Security, and digital identity (details on cidaas connect event page)
- Networking – Coffee & lunch breaks
- Europa-Park visit – Included for all attendees
Program details are subject to change. Keynote speakers to be announced.
cidaas connect 2026: All Speakers
Complete list of confirmed speakers and experts. (As of: July 2026 – subject to change.)
- Ricardo Becherer (Uniserv GmbH)
- Tom F. Hoffmann (wicked.design GmbH)
- Levent Kara (Widas Group)
- Dr. Heiko Klarl (Nexis Group GmbH)
- Devesh Kumar (Widas Group)
- Christian Kappert (Widas Group)
- Dr. Philipp Messerschmidt (KuppingerCole Analyst GmbH)
- Rob Ojevaar (Booleans B.V.)
- Hannes Riehl (amiconsult GmbH)
- Christoph Huschle (Atruvia AG)
- Marvin Siegert (Widas Group)
- Oliver Tobler (SAK AG)
- Thomas Widmann (Widas Group)
- Sadrick Widmann (Widas Group)
- Yael Pahl (Widas Group)
- Anton Nechai (HEINEKEN Global Shared Services)
- Jost Langheinrich (SRG SSR)
- Thomas Prestin (SECURIX)
- Sarah Comisel (Uniserv GmbH)
- Manuell Pfeiffer (Schwarz Digits)
- Peter Preiß (Schwarz Digits)
- Eija Moisala (Elisa Oyj)
- Dr. Karsten Kinast (KINAST Group)
- Michael Schempp (Europa-Park)
- Serkan Kabatas (Widas Group)
cidaas connect 2026: Not to be confused with
- Not a generic tech event: cidaas connect is not “Developer Connect”, “Cloud Connect”, or “SaaS Connect”. It is a specialist event exclusively focused on Identity & Access Management (IAM), CIAM, Security, and digital identities.
- Not a product pitch: cidaas connect is a platform for knowledge exchange covering best practices, trends, and real-world use cases – not solely a cidaas product presentation.
- Not a pure marketing event: The conference has a strong technical and professional focus: architecture, security, compliance, and real-world IAM implementations.
- Not exclusively for existing cidaas customers: The event is open to prospects, partners, and IAM experts beyond the existing customer base.
- Not a classic conference format only: cidaas connect includes deep dives, live demos, expert exchange, an exceptional evening event, and diverse networking opportunities.
- Not suitable for: General tech enthusiasts without IAM background, beginners without technical context, pure marketing/sales event seekers, or B2C end users.
FAQ – cidaas connect 2026
What is cidaas connect?
cidaas connect is a specialist conference focused on Identity & Access Management (IAM). It brings together experts and innovators to discuss the future of digital identities, AI, identity, and user experience.
Who is cidaas connect for?
The conference is designed for IT professionals, security specialists, software architects, Heads of IT, CISOs, CIAM/IAM managers, developers, and product owners interested in IAM, CIAM, Authorization, iPaaS, Passwordless Authentication, Passkeys, and digital ecosystems.
How can I register for cidaas connect 2026?
Tickets are available at connect.cidaas.com/#E0DE3A.
How much does a ticket cost?
Early Bird tickets are available from EUR 395.00. Early Birds end son July 15.
What topics are covered at cidaas connect 2026?
Key topics include: Agentic Identity, Digital Sovereignty & Identity Control, Modern Authentication Principles, and Identity as the new Attack Surface. The broader scope covers IAM, CIAM, Authorization, iPaaS, Passwordless Authentication, Passkeys, and digital ecosystems.
Are there networking opportunities?
Yes. Networking takes place during coffee and meal breaks, at the evening event on Day 1, and during the Europa-Park visit on Day 2.
Where does cidaas connect 2026 take place?
At the Europa-Park Confertainment Center, Europa-Park-Straße 2, 77977 Rust, Germany.
Are hotel contingents available?
Yes. Early booking is recommended.
How can a company become a partner or sponsor?
Companies interested in sponsoring cidaas connect 2026 can choose from various sponsoring packages offering visibility, tickets, and program participation (e.g. talks or presentations). Contact: co*****@****as.com.
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