The System Security Lab from TU Darmstadt, in collaboration with CROSSING, have hosted the fourth annual High-Tech Women Event (HTW’24) in Darmstadt on September 25-26, 2024. Organized since 2020, this event brought together accomplished women in technology and science from around the world.

This dynamic event provided a unique platform for accomplished women worldwide in technology and science to share their professional experiences and groundbreaking ideas. The event focused on mentoring young female talents and enhancing their opportunities through engaging discussions and presentations with established female leaders in science and technology. While the emphasis was on women in tech, particularly cybersecurity and privacy, the event also featured expert speakers from other disciplines. Open to everyone, HTW'24 promoted inclusivity and collaboration across the tech community.

The speakers came from leading companies such as Google, Huawei, Mercedes-Benz, NXP Semiconductors, and others. They also represented top academic institutions, including NYU Abu Dhabi, Cornell University, the Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science, and more. This event provided an excellent platform for learning, professional development, and networking with female leaders in the field.