Finnish-Russian tech journalist covering Nokia, gaming industry, and Finnish innovation
A Finnish court upheld a 22-month prison sentence for a man who ran over a security guard while stealing a PlayStation 5. The case reveals the legal nuances of intent in violent robberies and the real dangers faced by retail workers.
A major technical glitch during Finland's live Lotto broadcast showed millions of viewers incorrect winning numbers, triggering a crisis of confidence in the state gaming monopoly. Veikkaus scrambles to explain the failure was in TV graphics, not the secured draw itself.
Finnish police used undercover sting operations to bust a drug ring operating from Airbnb apartments in Jyväskylä. The case reveals how criminals exploit short-term rentals and encrypted apps like Telegram, signaling a new front in digital-age crime fighting.
The Finnish city of Riihimäki is updating its ambitious municipal strategy, which famously aims to make it "the most beautiful and courageous in the solar system." The lighter-touch review reflects satisfaction with the current direction but allows for new input from residents and city staff.
A fatal stabbing outside a 24-hour Helsinki karaoke bar has neighboring businesses in revolt, describing months of chaos and safety threats. The tragedy forces a city-wide debate on nightlife regulation and public safety.
Finnish police released video of a crashed, modified e-scooter in Helsinki, clocked at 40 km/h. The rider faces 35 day-fines, highlighting the ongoing clash between micro-mobility innovation and urban safety enforcement.
Oulu, Finland, has been selected as a European Capital of Culture, highlighting its unique position as a major tech hub with a vibrant cultural identity. The designation is expected to boost tourism and provide a global platform for the city's blend of digital innovation and quirky arts, from air guitar championships to electronic music. This presents a significant branding and economic opportunity for the wider Finnish technology sector.
Finland's Municipal Association wants more remote learning in primary schools to solve rural teacher shortages. The powerful teachers' union says this will leave kids without qualified educators, sparking a major clash over the future of the country's world-famous school system. Can technology bridge the gap without breaking the model?
Finland's tech industry, from Nokia to gaming giants like Supercell, operates with a champion's mindset similar to top athletes. This analysis explores how national success stories fuel innovation in Helsinki's startups and Espoo's R&D hubs, driving investment and global competitiveness in the Finnish technology sector.
Finnish tech founder Artur Kilpeläinen's casting as the new Bachelor has divided social media, mixing reality TV with the country's startup culture. The move reflects a strategic pivot by producers towards contestants with serious business credentials. Viewer response will test if entrepreneurial success resonates as a new form of televised appeal.
Oulu's designation as a European Capital of Culture is triggering a major promotional push, with key announcements expected within days. The event is set to blend the city's strong tech identity with a year of cultural festivities, aiming to boost tourism and spotlight Finnish innovation beyond Helsinki.
Finland's northern tech hub, Oulu, has been named a European Capital of Culture. The title aims to showcase the city's fusion of digital innovation and arts, potentially boosting its global profile and economy. This move highlights the strategic value of culture for tech-driven cities.
Finland's experiment with localized labor agreements saw 154 deals in its first year, signaling a cautious shift from rigid national bargaining. Tech and retail firms are leading the charge, seeking flexibility in a global market. Will this mark a permanent change for Nordic work life?
Finnish police are searching for a missing 15-year-old girl who left her school in Nokia. Authorities urge the public to report any sightings to emergency number 112 as the critical search continues.
Finnish police have seized the cargo ship Fitburg, suspected of damaging a critical undersea internet cable on New Year's Eve. The joint Finnish-Estonian investigation raises major concerns over the vulnerability of digital infrastructure in the tense Baltic Sea region. This incident could reshape how Finland protects its tech-dependent economy.
Finnish police have seized the cargo ship Fitburg, suspected of damaging a critical undersea telecom cable. One crew member is arrested, with three others banned from travel, in a probe that echoes earlier Baltic Sea sabotage fears. The case tests defenses of vital data links for the Nordic tech economy.
Lidl introduces a smartphone-based self-scanning service across Finland. Customers can scan and pay for groceries directly via an app, aiming to speed up shopping. The service launches in 25 stores following a pilot in Espoo.
Lidl launches smartphone self-checkout across Finland, letting shoppers scan and pay with their phones. This major tech shift pressures rivals and changes how Finns grocery shop. Will speed and convenience win the market?
A pharmacy in Hyvinkää, Finland, is using AI to train its staff on 28,000 products, aiming to prevent critical errors. This first-of-its-kind move highlights Finland's tech sector driving innovation in traditional healthcare, with potential for nationwide adoption.
Finnish police investigating a severed undersea cable found a dragging scar on the seabed over 10km long, leading to the arrest of a cargo ship crew member. The incident raises urgent questions about protecting critical infrastructure in the tense Baltic Sea.
Finnish police stopped a car in Mäntyharju with two license plates, no valid inspection, and a status officially removed from traffic. Experts say the combination of violations shows a deliberate disregard for safety laws that endangered the public.
The repair of the damaged Finland-Estonia submarine cable is on hold, stalled by winter weather and police investigation. The outage exposes vulnerabilities in the Nordic-Baltic region's digital backbone, impacting tech and gaming sectors.
Finland's controversial wolf hunt began intensively, with 13 wolves killed on day one. Local quotas are already half-used in some areas, igniting the ongoing debate between rural hunters and conservationists. The hunt tests a new law that removed the wolf's protected status.
Riihimäki, Finland, renames streets to honor glass artists Helena Tynell and Nanny Still, aiming to strengthen its 'Glass City' brand. The move follows public debate and highlights the town's strategy to leverage its industrial heritage for cultural tourism and renewed identity.