digial-X Inc,

What digial-X Inc, does

DIGITAL X is a B2B digitalization initiative operated by Deutsche Telekom Geschäftskunden GmbH (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom AG) and headquartered in Bonn, Germany. Founded as an entity in 1994 with 11–50 employees, the initiative functions as a year-round knowledge and networking platform targeting European business decision-makers — from start-ups to DAX-listed corporations — seeking practical insight on AI, cloud, security, connectivity, future of work, and sustainability. The platform combines a website (digital-x.com), a mobile app (with XING and LinkedIn integration, push notifications via Airship, and QR-based lead capture through Scan2Lead), and an AI-themed online magazine.

The business is anchored by an event series comprising one flagship event (DIGITAL X Köln, ~5,000 attendees) and a six-city regional tour across Germany and Austria (Mainz, Munich, Vienna, Hannover, Berlin, Sinsheim), with each regional stop drawing 1,000–1,500 visitors and 40–50+ partner companies. Programming includes keynotes from high-profile speakers (Scott Galloway, Maja Göpel, Keren Elazari), 28–40 expert masterclasses per regional stop, partner marketplaces, and an innovation playground. The 2025 launch of the Focus Edition AI flagship and the addition of Austria as a geography mark the most recent strategic extensions.

Revenue derives from two primary streams: event ticket sales (handled through a dedicated secure.digital-x.com ticketshop with Deutsche Telekom Geschäftskunden GmbH as contracting party) and customized partner sponsorship packages sold to a roster that includes Microsoft, SAP, AWS, Samsung, Palo Alto, Zoom, Huawei, HPE, and Dell. Supporting technology includes Salesforce (Service Cloud and Marketing Cloud) for CRM, CleverReach for newsletters, Matomo for analytics, and Cloudflare for security/CDN. The platform also offers content co-creation partnerships (e.g., a Süddeutsche Zeitung special edition magazine on AI) to extend distribution beyond its owned properties. Pricing for tickets and partner packages is not publicly disclosed, and all offers are restricted to entrepreneurs (B2B only) under §13 BGB.

Name

digial-X Inc,

Legal name

Deutsche Telekom Geschäftskunden GmbH

Website

https://digital-x.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DIGITAL X is a Deutsche Telekom B2B digitalization initiative operating an event series, mobile app, website, and AI-focused magazine to connect European business decision-makers with technology partners across AI, cloud, security, and connectivity.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Bonn-beuel

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Event Ticket Sales: DIGITAL X generates revenue through the sale of event tickets for its flagship events (e.g., DIGITAL X Köln) and regional events. Ticket sales are handled through a dedicated ticketshop (secure.digital-x.com) and may involve third-party ticket agents as intermediaries. Ticket purchases create direct contractual relationships between the customer and Deutsche Telekom Geschäftskunden GmbH.
2. Partner Sponsorship & Packages: Companies ranging from start-ups to DAX-listed corporations become DIGITAL X partners, contributing cross-industry expertise and digitalization knowledge in exchange for brand visibility, networking access, and lead generation opportunities. Variable partner packages are tailored to company-specific needs, including brand presence in DIGITAL X formats and Germany-wide events, cross-format presentation opportunities, and access to Europe's most relevant network of decision-makers and digital visionaries.
3. Platform & Knowledge Access: The DIGITAL X platform (website and app) serves as a communication and knowledge-sharing hub. While core access may be free for registered users, premium content, event access, and networking features generate indirect revenue through partner engagement and ticket sales. The platform also facilitates lead capture for partners through Scan2Lead services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

DIGITAL X operates a B2B digitalization initiative comprising a knowledge platform (website and mobile app), a digital magazine, and a series of live events (flagship DIGITAL X Köln plus a regional tour across six cities in Germany and Austria). Core offerings include event access (tickets), curated masterclasses, a hands-on digital playground, a partner program for B2B companies (start-ups to DAX-listed corporations), and lead-generation services via Scan2Lead. The platform is explicitly B2B: offers are directed exclusively at entrepreneurs under §13 BGB, not consumers.

Product overview

DIGITAL X is a digitalization initiative by Deutsche Telekom Geschäftskunden GmbH comprising a digital event and networking platform (website and mobile app), a content magazine, and a series of physical events across European cities. The platform enables knowledge exchange, networking, and lead generation for businesses pursuing digital transformation. Core products include the DIGITAL X Website and App for event management and participant networking, the DIGITAL X Magazin for AI-powered content insights, and Masterclasses and Digital Playground for hands-on learning. The event portfolio includes flagship events like DIGITAL X Köln and regional tours across six cities annually, plus the Focus Edition AI. Related Telekom offerings include Magenta Secure Fabric for secure networking, Security OnNet for network-based cybersecurity, Magenta Security Mobile.ID for identity management, and the RAN Guardian Agent for network monitoring.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DIGITAL X Website Digital knowledge platform and event portal serving as the primary digital hub for DIGITAL X events, magazine content, partner showcases, and networking. Available in German and English.
• DIGITAL X App Mobile application enabling event attendees to create personal profiles, exchange images and contact details, connect via XING/LinkedIn, receive push notifications, scan QR codes, and integrate with calendars for event scheduling.
• DIGITAL X Magazin Online editorial magazine delivering insights, trends, and practical examples on digital strategies, AI, and technologies for business competitiveness. Published in German.
• DIGITAL X Events (Flagship + Regional Tour) Annual event series comprising a flagship DIGITAL X Köln event plus a six-city regional tour across Germany and Austria, featuring keynotes, masterclasses, partner marketplaces, and innovation playgrounds focused on AI, cloud, security, connectivity, and digital transformation.
• Masterclasses Expert-led educational sessions within DIGITAL X events covering AI, security, cloud sovereignty, eSignature, connected business, future of work, and sustainability.
• Digital Playground Hands-on innovation area at DIGITAL X events where attendees can experience and interact with digital technologies and solutions from partner companies and start-ups.
• Partner Program Partnership offering for companies to become DIGITAL X partners, gaining brand visibility, networking access, lead generation, and content co-creation opportunities across events and the digital platform. Customized per company.
• DIGITAL X Ticketshop Online ticketing system for purchasing tickets to DIGITAL X flagship and regional events, operated by Deutsche Telekom Geschäftskunden GmbH.

Quantifiable outcome

• Around 5,000 attendees at the DIGITAL X Focus Edition AI flagship event (September 2025, Cologne)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration19 records

AI capability8 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MicrosoftcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Microsoft is a partner company at DIGITAL X regional events and the Focus Edition AI, presenting solutions for AI, cloud productivity, and digital business transformation. Microsoft contributes to the partner marketplace exhibitions and masterclass content at events, reaching the concentrated B2B audience of digitalization decision-makers.
• SamsungcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Samsung participates as a partner company at DIGITAL X regional events (including East, Southwest, and others), presenting technology solutions for digital business. Samsung's presence at the partner marketplace provides visibility among the DIGITAL X audience of business decision-makers.
• Zoom Video CommunicationscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Zoom participates as a partner at DIGITAL X regional events, showcasing collaboration and connectivity solutions. As a DIGITAL X partner, Zoom gains access to the network of decision-makers and digital visionaries that the initiative gathers.
• Palo Alto NetworkscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Palo Alto Networks participates as a security-focused partner at DIGITAL X regional events, presenting cybersecurity solutions for digital business. The partnership addresses the digital security topic area central to DIGITAL X's focus topics.
• HuaweiminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Huawei participates as a technology partner at DIGITAL X regional events (notably Southwest), presenting technology infrastructure solutions to the B2B audience.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025AWS is an international partner at DIGITAL X Vienna, presenting cloud infrastructure solutions. AWS contributes to the partner ecosystem addressing cloud sovereignty and AI infrastructure topics.
• SAPcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025SAP participates as a partner at DIGITAL X Vienna, presenting enterprise software and digital transformation solutions. SAP contributes to discussions around digital business and enterprise AI integration.
• Hewlett Packard EnterpriseminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025HPE is an international partner at DIGITAL X Vienna, presenting technology infrastructure and edge computing solutions.
• Dell TechnologiesminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Dell Technologies is a partner at DIGITAL X Vienna, presenting technology solutions for digital business transformation.
• ADITUS GmbHcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025ADITUS GmbH (Straße der Nationen 5, 30539 Hannover) provides the Scan2Lead service for DIGITAL X events, enabling lead capture via QR codes, business card scanning, and manual entry. The service is technically operated by adventics GmbH as a sub-partner. ADITUS is a critical operational partner for DIGITAL X's lead generation infrastructure.
• Salesforce (Salesforce.com Germany GmbH)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025DIGITAL X uses Salesforce Service Cloud & Salesforce Marketing Cloud for customer relationship management and customer communication. Personal customer data is stored and processed in Salesforce for service inquiries, email/telephone communication, and marketing email tracking (opens, clicks). Salesforce is a data processor under Art. 28 GDPR.
• Airship Inc.coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Airship Inc. is used for push notification services, enabling DIGITAL X to send prioritized messages to users' devices. Airship is authorized for access to data and functions of the end device. Data is processed for 12 months in the USA.
• CleverReach GmbH & Co. KGcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025CleverReach is used for newsletter dispatch and campaign analysis. DIGITAL X newsletters are sent via CleverReach, which collects open and click data to analyze campaign performance. Data is stored on CleverReach servers in Germany/Ireland.
• T-Systems International GmbHcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025T-Systems International GmbH (Hahnstraße 43d, 60528 Frankfurt) operates the Lead Dialog App used by internal DIGITAL X fair personnel for lead capture during events. This is part of the broader lead management infrastructure alongside ADITUS GmbH.
• Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025DIGITAL X partnered with Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ) to publish an exclusive special edition magazine on AI and digital business transformation. The edition includes the best reportages, essays, and interviews around AI, AI Agents, cybersecurity, and ethical questions of technology. This co-publishing partnership extends DIGITAL X's content reach beyond its own platform.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Web Summit: One of the world's largest tech conferences held annually in Lisbon. Comparable as a major global B2B tech event with similar themes of digital transformation, AI, and enterprise technology — operates at significantly larger scale and broader international reach.
• Mobile World Congress (MWC): World's largest mobile and telecom industry event held annually in Barcelona. Comparable as a major telecom/tech industry event — particularly relevant given DIGITAL X's ownership by Deutsche Telekom, a leading MWC exhibitor.
• CES: Annual consumer electronics and technology trade show in Las Vegas. Comparable as a major global tech industry event showcasing innovation and enterprise partnerships, with partner ecosystems similar to DIGITAL X's Microsoft, Samsung, and HPE sponsors.

Direct peers

• DMEXCO: Europe's leading digital marketing and tech event held annually in Cologne. Directly comparable as a major DACH-based B2B digital event targeting decision-makers, agencies, and technology vendors with a similar community-and-content model.
• Hannover Messe: World's leading industrial trade fair held annually in Hannover. Comparable as a flagship German B2B trade fair focused on industrial transformation, digitalization, and enterprise technology — themes directly overlapping with DIGITAL X's Industrial AI focus.
• Bits & Pretzels: Munich-based founders and startup conference held annually. Comparable as a German B2B tech event targeting startups, investors, and enterprise decision-makers — overlapping with DIGITAL X's audience and partner ecosystem focus.

Emerging players

• TechCrunch Disrupt: Major global tech conference focused on startups and emerging technology. Comparable as a B2B tech event targeting founders, investors, and enterprise decision-makers with similar AI and digital transformation themes.
• SaaStock: SaaS-focused conference held in Dublin targeting software vendors and B2B decision-makers. Comparable as a B2B tech community event with similar partner-sponsorship monetization model.
• Slush: Annual tech and startup conference held in Helsinki. Comparable as an emerging B2B tech event focused on founders, investors, and enterprise technology with a similar community-driven model.

Regional players

• CEBIT: Formerly Germany's flagship IT trade fair in Hannover, restructured since 2018 into a more focused B2B digital event format. Comparable as a historical German B2B tech event targeting enterprise IT decision-makers in the same DACH market as DIGITAL X.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/digital-x

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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