Explore the intersection of humanity and technology at the opening night of our 10-day festival in Zürich from 20-29 March 2026. Mingle with the artists and our guests from business and academia over free drinks to discuss fresh takes on artificial «intelligence». Experience our exhibition and demystify AI through hands-on encounters with artworks and research projects. From Martyna Marciniak's satirical "Deep Reality Markets" to Julia Schicker's AI alter ego Amanda E. Metzger, discover how creators are using – and critiquing –machine intelligence. Watch how text generators "think" word by word, and discover why algorithms sometimes get things wrong. No technical knowledge required – just curiosity. You'll leave with a clearer picture of how AI works and practical tools for navigating an algorithmic world.

Join us in building bridges from bits to people!

What would you say to the child you once were? In this immersive experience, you'll have the chance to find out. Using a single childhood photograph, «The Power of Two» creates a living, breathing digital replica of your younger self, and places you face to face in virtual reality. Fifteen minutes with someone you haven't seen in a while.

Project Information: www.poweroftwo.me
Support: Zurich University of the Arts | University of Zurich | DIZH

Hosts:
Norma Eggenberger (ZHdK)
Fiona Könz (ETH AI Center)
Adrian Notz (Silicon Stories)

Step into our Escape Room and experience artificial "intelligence" firsthand. Solve puzzles that reveal the technological, legal, and social dimensions of AI in ways no lecture ever could. Stay for the debriefing, take home the information booklet, and join the conversation. Don't just consume technology – question it, understand it, shape it. Book your session and turn curiosity into critical awareness.

Event language: German
Hosted by Intersections.
Supported by Mercator Foundation Switzerland.

Step into our Escape Room and experience artificial "intelligence" firsthand. Solve puzzles that reveal the technological, legal, and social dimensions of AI in ways no lecture ever could. Stay for the debriefing, take home the information booklet, and join the conversation. Don't just consume technology – question it, understand it, shape it. Book your session and turn curiosity into critical awareness.

Event language: German
Hosted by Intersections.
Supported by Mercator Foundation Switzerland.

What does it actually mean to use AI responsibly – in a classroom, a design studio, or a factory? As these systems become woven into how we teach, learn, and create, we are wrestling with many questions: How do we preserve what matters about human judgment and creativity? How do we prepare workers for a world we can't fully predict? And how do we stay critical without becoming paralysed?​ In this session, representatives from the Swiss Center for Responsible AI share their visions for responsible AI within their respective domains – from artistic research and fundamental science to applied innovation and teacher education. Together, these perspectives suggest that responsible AI isn't a checklist but an ongoing practice: attentive, interdisciplinary, and grounded in the communities we serve. The presentation contributes to SCRAI's broader effort to advance both economic development and societal flourishing.​

Event Language: English

Our School Exhibition Tours are officially supported by Schulamt Zürich. Tours are held in (Swiss) German.

For many young people, AI seems like magic. This tour shows what's really behind it: people, resources, and decisions. Great artworks and scientific projects make algorithms tangible, interesting – and fun! A few examples: Marc Lee's "Speculative Evolution" lets your students design organisms for a climate-changed future. ETH Zurich's "Health Data Ethics Map" visualizes the sensitive questions around sharing medical data. Martyna Marciniak's "Deep Reality Markets" is a fictional trade booth that exposes what real AI companies would rather keep hidden. Our guides from ZHdK and ETH Zurich translate complex ideas into language that resonates with teenagers. You'll receive a short preparation guide before your visit and follow-up questions to use in class. We can accommodate a maximum of 30 students per tour.

Hosts:
Norma Eggenberger (ZHdK)
Fiona Könz (ETH AI Center)
Adrian Notz (Silicon Stories)

Our School Exhibition Tours are officially supported by Schulamt Zürich. Tours are held in (Swiss) German.

For many young people, AI seems like magic. This tour shows what's really behind it: people, resources, and decisions. Great artworks and scientific projects make algorithms tangible, interesting – and fun! A few examples: Marc Lee's "Speculative Evolution" lets your students design organisms for a climate-changed future. ETH Zurich's "Health Data Ethics Map" visualizes the sensitive questions around sharing medical data. Martyna Marciniak's "Deep Reality Markets" is a fictional trade booth that exposes what real AI companies would rather keep hidden. Our guides from ZHdK and ETH Zurich translate complex ideas into language that resonates with teenagers. You'll receive a short preparation guide before your visit and follow-up questions to use in class. We can accommodate a maximum of 30 students per tour.

Hosts:
Norma Eggenberger (ZHdK)
Fiona Könz (ETH AI Center)
Adrian Notz (Silicon Stories)

Our School Exhibition Tours are officially supported by Schulamt Zürich. Tours are held in (Swiss) German.

For many young people, AI seems like magic. This tour shows what's really behind it: people, resources, and decisions. Great artworks and scientific projects make algorithms tangible, interesting – and fun! A few examples: Marc Lee's "Speculative Evolution" lets your students design organisms for a climate-changed future. ETH Zurich's "Health Data Ethics Map" visualizes the sensitive questions around sharing medical data. Martyna Marciniak's "Deep Reality Markets" is a fictional trade booth that exposes what real AI companies would rather keep hidden. Our guides from ZHdK and ETH Zurich translate complex ideas into language that resonates with teenagers. You'll receive a short preparation guide before your visit and follow-up questions to use in class. We can accommodate a maximum of 30 students per tour.

Hosts:
Norma Eggenberger (ZHdK)
Fiona Könz (ETH AI Center)
Adrian Notz (Silicon Stories)

Our School Exhibition Tours are officially supported by Schulamt Zürich. Tours are held in (Swiss) German.

For many young people, AI seems like magic. This tour shows what's really behind it: people, resources, and decisions. Great artworks and scientific projects make algorithms tangible, interesting – and fun! A few examples: Marc Lee's "Speculative Evolution" lets your students design organisms for a climate-changed future. ETH Zurich's "Health Data Ethics Map" visualizes the sensitive questions around sharing medical data. Martyna Marciniak's "Deep Reality Markets" is a fictional trade booth that exposes what real AI companies would rather keep hidden. Our guides from ZHdK and ETH Zurich translate complex ideas into language that resonates with teenagers. You'll receive a short preparation guide before your visit and follow-up questions to use in class. We can accommodate a maximum of 30 students per tour.

Hosts:
Norma Eggenberger (ZHdK)
Fiona Könz (ETH AI Center)
Adrian Notz (Silicon Stories)

Our School Exhibition Tours are officially supported by Schulamt Zürich. Tours are held in (Swiss) German.

For many young people, AI seems like magic. This tour shows what's really behind it: people, resources, and decisions. Great artworks and scientific projects make algorithms tangible, interesting – and fun! A few examples: Marc Lee's "Speculative Evolution" lets your students design organisms for a climate-changed future. ETH Zurich's "Health Data Ethics Map" visualizes the sensitive questions around sharing medical data. Martyna Marciniak's "Deep Reality Markets" is a fictional trade booth that exposes what real AI companies would rather keep hidden. Our guides from ZHdK and ETH Zurich translate complex ideas into language that resonates with teenagers. You'll receive a short preparation guide before your visit and follow-up questions to use in class. We can accommodate a maximum of 30 students per tour.

Hosts:
Norma Eggenberger (ZHdK)
Fiona Könz (ETH AI Center)
Adrian Notz (Silicon Stories)

Hosts:
Norma Eggenberger (ZHdK)
Fiona Könz (ETH AI Center)
Adrian Notz (Silicon Stories)