Starting August 2, general-purpose AI systems must comply with the transparency obligations of the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act).

In the first half of the year, companies were hit with record-breaking fines for violations of personal data protection rules - the five largest fines alone totaled over three billion euros in just six months.

European technology companies and startups may be surprised to learn that their products and software solutions could require an export license due to the possibility of military application.

The Largest Nordic Hub For Tech and Creativity is Being Established in Tallinn

TALLINN, ESTONIA – Estonia's most international startup and technology conference, Latitude59, kicked off today in Tallinn and was officially opened by President Alar Karis. In his opening speech, he emphasized that digital innovation plays a vital role in shaping a stronger and more resilient Europe.

TALLINN, ESTONIA - One of the most exciting presentations on Latitude59's Bold Stage this year will feature renowned British urban strategist and creative city concept developer Charles Landry alongside investor Taavet Hinrikus. In addition to discussing how creativity and innovation benefit urban development, details about a unique future hub being created in Estonia will be revealed.

Tallinn, Estonia – Over the past three years, Latitude59 Pitch Competition winners have collectively raised more than €20 million in investments, reinforcing Latitude59's position as one of the most influential startup launch platforms in the Baltics and the New Nordics.

TALLINN, ESTONIA – Latitude59, the international technology and startup event taking place this May in Tallinn, is breaking away from the traditional conference model. For two days, the iconic venue Kultuurikatel will be transformed into a vibrant meeting hub and a global platform that brings together startup communities from around the world.

TALLINN, ESTONIA – A total of 391 startups have applied to participate in the Latitude59 startup competition taking place this May in Tallinn, Estonia. Applications came in from every corner of the globe—startups from 47 countries applied to the competition, including teams from South America, Africa, Europe, Ukraine, and across the Nordics and Baltics.

TALLINN, ESTONIA – One of the standout sessions at this year's Latitude59 startup and technology conference will be a fireside chat featuring Boyan Slat, founder and CEO of The Ocean Cleanup, and Markus Villig, founder of Estonian unicorn Bolt.