Posts on the opportunities, risks, and politics of digitalisation. How is technology reshaping society?
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Chat control: parliament was right
The European Parliament rejected the extension of the chat control law. The police statistics are real, but parliament was still right — here is why.
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Digital independence: one step at a time
Digital independence is built in every procurement decision. Helsinki chose Finnish UpCloud as the platform for its core public services system.
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Digital independence is a necessity
Finland's digital services depend on US platforms. As the US becomes unreliable, digital sovereignty is no longer optional — it is a necessity.
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2026 is the year of AI — not as you think
AI is changing society — but perhaps not as you imagine. The biggest changes will be in private life and in the everyday lives of children.
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AI cannot do everything — know the limits
AI has been presented as a solution for improving public services. It may have a role, but cannot replace people or clear strategic planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does digitalisation mean for the public sector?
- Digitalisation means moving services online, using data to support decision-making, and making processes more efficient. It can improve service accessibility and reduce costs.
- What are the risks of digitalisation?
- Risks of digitalisation include privacy violations, cybersecurity threats, digital exclusion, and dependency on foreign technology vendors.