The First Global Digital Forum in Nizhny Novgorod
will bring together representatives of: international and regional organizations, government agencies, business, the academic community, and scientific circles
will bring together representatives of: international and regional organizations, government agencies, business, the academic community, and scientific circles
2782
IT experts on site
115
Countries
Agreements and memoranda to be signed
170
Companies participating in IT-EXPO
8 000 м2
Exhibition space
10+
Interactive formats
Honorable guests
GDF is
a platform for international digital interaction based on respect, trust and equal opportunities for all participating countries.
Forum participants will have the opportunity to attend high-level segment sessions with leaders of the digital sphere, take part in the formation of IT trends, gain new knowledge and find partners, learn about IT achievements in Russia and conclude deals/agreements.

News

Cifrateka: Digital Safety Without Language Barriers
Digital security is no longer the concern of a narrow circle of specialists — it has become part of everyday life, especially for children, parents, and teachers. To help society navigate the rapidly changing digital world, the “Cifrateka: A Library of Practical Knowledge” platform was launched. It brings together up-to-date materials on online threats and ways to protect against them — all in one place.

GDF Blogging Contest. It's time to create!
Participants of Global Digital Forum Blogging Contest can create content on their way to Russia. All they need is to use Russian AI!

Sergey Vershinin: Russia has Extensive Experience in Digital Sovereignty
At the upcoming Global Digital Forum in Nizhny Novgorod this June, the Russian party plans to discuss current aspects of the international digital agenda, including issues of security and sovereignty. In an interview with RIA Novosti correspondent Kristina Luna Rodriguez, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin explained what Russian companies can offer the countries of the Global South and East, why leading Western IT corporations have discredited themselves, and why the issue of artificial intelligence is overheated in the West.

From IT Department to National Security: How the Role of the CISO Is Changing Right Now
96% of companies can be hacked — this is confirmed by analytics from Positive Technologies and data from white hat hackers who perform penetration testing. While technical protection measures are constantly evolving, so are the tools used by attackers. Today's threats go beyond the perimeter and infrastructure: social engineering, generative AI and fake communication channels are becoming the primary vectors of compromise.

Educational Activities of the Global Fact-Checking Network
In a world where information spreads at incredible speed and fake news and disinformation are becoming increasingly sophisticated, the ability to verify facts gains particular value — not only for journalists and researchers, but also for anyone who uses the Internet. To help people acquire this skill, the Global Fact-Checking Network (GFCN) is actively working on developing educational materials on fact-checking.

“Road to Yalta”: Russian Songs from International Guests on the GDF Stage!
Russian traditions, folk crafts, soulful music, cheerful ring dances, and energetic performances — all this awaits you at the GDF After Party! The stage will feature outstanding performers from Nizhny Novgorod, as well as international guests — the participants of the “Road to Yalta” international music festival.
Speakers
Export of Russian IT solutions
The catalog contains advanced IT solutions from leading Russian developers. Here you will find educational programs, consulting services and software for a wide range of areas.
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Nizhny Novgorod Fair, Sovnarkomovskaya St., 13,
Nizhny Novgorod, Russian Federation
Nizhny Novgorod, Russian Federation
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