Finnish-Russian tech journalist covering Nokia, gaming industry, and Finnish innovation
Finland's parliamentary Social Affairs and Health Committee faces severe overload processing multiple major legislative proposals. Extended meetings and walkouts complicate efforts to pass budget laws before the Christmas break. The crisis highlights systemic challenges in managing complex legislation within tight timelines.
A popular Finnish discount platform exposed customer names and email addresses due to a technical error. The company immediately resolved the issue and is reviewing processes to prevent recurrence. This highlights data protection challenges in Finland's growing tech sector.
An Espoo entrepreneur faces legal consequences after failing to report €200,000 in gambling winnings while receiving social benefits. The case reveals Finland's strict welfare reporting requirements and the blurred line between entertainment and problem gambling.
Finnish healthcare authorities are responding to potentially faulty blood sugar sensors affecting diabetes patients. Abbott's Freestyle Libre devices may display inaccurate low glucose readings, posing health risks. Patients should check their devices immediately through official channels.
Finland's transport agency auctions a 130-year-old lighthouse medical cabinet despite historian protests. The historic artifact from Yttergrund lighthouse sparked controversy over cultural heritage preservation. The Finnish Lighthouse Society seeks government intervention to stop the sale.
Finland's Terveyskylä healthcare app wins top digital service award while generating massive public savings. The platform provides free medical information and self-care tools to one-third of the population. Experts suggest it could help resolve broader healthcare system challenges through improved efficiency.
Finland confronts a puzzling public health situation as gonorrhea infections hit record highs despite declining sexual activity. Young adults under 25 now drive most cases, marking a dramatic shift from previous patterns. Health experts point to bacterial evolution and changing testing behaviors as contributing factors.
Finland's government proposes banning social media for under-15s, with surprising cross-party support. The move aims to protect youth mental health while potentially reshaping tech company obligations. Implementation details remain under study with broad implications for Finland's digital landscape.
A Helsinki elder care case reveals tensions between gender-neutral policies and patient preferences. A 78-year-old woman's requests for female caregivers during intimate care are denied despite legal requirements for client cooperation. The situation highlights broader questions about autonomy and dignity in Finland's aging society.
Nokia Tyre confirms 35 permanent job cuts and temporary layoffs for 650 workers after change negotiations. The restructuring affects passenger and heavy tyre production as the Finnish manufacturer adjusts to market conditions. The measures will implement gradually over the coming years.
Helsinki plans to expand paid residential parking to six new districts, eliminating free street parking for thousands of residents. The move continues the city's gradual shift toward comprehensive parking management across urban neighborhoods. Affected areas include Kulosaari, Kuusisaari and four other peripheral districts.