Philipp Wittwer

Philipp Wittwer is Co-Founder and Head of Technology at ewigbyte, a deep-tech startup developing glass-based data storage solutions for long-term preservation. He holds an MBA from London Business School and is an expert in system architecture, electronics, and complex data infrastructures.
Before co-founding ewigbyte in 2025, Philipp worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS), BMW Group, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and OC Oerlikon Corporation. He specializes in translating advanced R&D into reliable, industrial-grade systems.
Philipp brings expertise in digital transformation and enterprise technology, having worked on complex data infrastructure projects at leading global companies. His background combines technical depth with strategic business acumen from top-tier consulting and technology firms.
ewigbyte is developing photonic laser technology to write data onto glass surfaces, creating immutable storage that lasts over 10,000 years. The company is currently building its first industrial prototype with pilot projects planned for 2026.
ewigbyte addresses a critical infrastructure challenge, targeting a projected 15 zettabyte storage gap by 2030. The company's solution offers energy-independent, ransomware-proof archival storage for governments, scientific institutions, and enterprises requiring century-long data preservation.