European Campus Card Association Conference 2025 / 26th May 2025 – 28th May 2025 / Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
What truly defines a digital campus card in 2025? Is a photo on a smartphone already a secure credential—or merely a convenient illusion?
How can we differentiate between visual representations and verifiable digital credentials, and what does it take to ensure reliability in both online and offline environments?
These and other pressing questions will be addressed by Ewald Ulrich at the upcoming ECCA Conference 2025.
In his session, he will explore the boundaries between static images and dynamic, institutionally-issued credentials, the risks posed by AI-generated forgeries, and the critical role of cryptographic security in verifying authenticity.
The discussion will highlight data ownership and data sovereignty—who controls student data under different technical models, and how can universities maintain compliance with evolving privacy regulations such as GDPR?
Through the real-world example of HEIDI, the innovative system developed by ANA-U and powered by eduTAP’s open components, Ulrich will present a best-practice case that combines technical standards, trust frameworks, and institutional control.
The session aims to provide a clear, optimistic roadmap for universities considering the transition to a fully digital ID ecosystem.
Join the conversation and discover what it takes to make the digital campus card truly trusted.
For those eager to explore HEIDI’s potential, we invite you to participate in our free semester-long pilot program. Contact us today to take the first step toward a modern, secure, and efficient digital ID solution for your institution.