Finland can turn its talent crisis into opportunity – here’s how
A new survey reveals alarming trends, but the Nordic nation has all the tools needed to reverse course and become Europe’s most attractive destination for international expertise
Finnish satellite imaging firm ICEYE secures €9.4m from Polish fund for defence expansion
Finnish space technology company ICEYE plans to strengthen Poland’s defence capabilities with high-resolution radar satellites.
The 2025 State of AI Readiness in FAIR Customer Companies: The Case of Finland
Despite widespread enthusiasm for artificial intelligence adoption, most companies remain trapped in the early stages of AI readiness, unable to translate promising concepts into functional business solutions. Analysis of consultancy data from 110 organizations across Finland and Sweden reveals that technical expertise gaps, insufficient data management capabilities, and lack of strategic planning continue to hinder meaningful AI integration in 2025.
ELLIS Institute Finland recruited 9 new professors as principal investigators and PS Fellows
Nine leading researchers from around the world recruited to establish ELLIS Institute Finland, signalling Nordic nation’s ambition in artificial intelligence.
Finnish IQM Quantum Computers secures major US research lab contract
IQM Quantum Computers to deliver first on-premises quantum system to Oak Ridge National Laboratory in groundbreaking integration with supercomputing infrastructure
Singapore tech firm to invest €1.2bn in Finnish green data centre in Lahti
Singapore-based data centre developer DayOne’s hyperscale facility in Lahti will create 1,000 construction jobs and tap into Finland’s renewable energy grid.
Finland Slips in EU Innovation Rankings Despite Leading in Digital Skills
European Commission’s Innovation Scoreboard 2025 shows Nordic country maintains fourth place overall but faces challenges in business innovation and resource efficiency.
Millog launches AI-enabled test centre in Riihimäki to accelerate dual-use technology development
Finnish defence services firm Millog has opened a new testing centre in Riihimäki, designed to foster the development of technologies for both civilian and military use.
Finland and AI: Strengths, Challenges and Opportunities
Finland is a forerunner in AI research and application, but continued success is by no means guaranteed. Amid the technological upheaval, Finland stands out for its digital skills, high-quality research, and robust infrastructure.
Helsinki becomes AI hotspot as US chipmaker Groq expands to Europe
In a move that underscores Europe’s growing importance in the global AI race, US chipmaker Groq has chosen Helsinki as the launchpad for its first European data centre.