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Starship Technologies and Uber Eats launch autonomous delivery partnership

Starship and Uber are teaming up to roll out autonomous sidewalk robot deliveries across multiple markets.

DefSecIntel Solutions and Origin Robotics launch partnership to drive the Drone Wall forward

Estonia’s Defsecintel Solutions and Latvia’s Origin Robotics teamed up to advance the Drone Wall – Europe’s first cross-border system designed to detect and defeat hostile drones.
Arvo Pärt beside the bronze boy with bicycle sculpture in Rakvere, photographed by Kalle Toompere.

Arvo Pärt 90 

Celebrating Arvo Pärt’s 90th birthday with concerts, exhibitions, and tributes worldwide, exploring his journey from Rakvere boyhood to the creation of tintinnabuli.
Culture People

Estonia launches global course on its renowned education model

Developed by Education Estonia, the new online course provides a structured overview…
E-society Innovation

Vabamu – building bridges to keep Estonia free

From Olga Kisler-Ritso’s life story to global initiatives, Vabamu shares Estonia’s journey through occupation, freedom, and connection.
Culture
Visual metaphor for Estonia’s smart defence approach combining national identity, tech, and security

The new issue of Life in Estonia explores the meaning of smart defence

The latest issue of Life in Estonia 2025 takes a closer look at how Estonia is rethinking security and defence, and what it means in today’s changing world.
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Frankenburg Technologies: Estonia’s rising force in European and NATO defence 

In Estonia, a bold ambition is taking shape – one that could…
Defence Europe Innovation Start-ups Technology

Estonian entrepreneurs to open the Nordics’ largest tech centre

Kasvuhoone tech hub in Tallinn will become the Nordics’ largest startup and innovation centre, launched by Wise and Skype founders.
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Futurist Sari Stenfors: Estonia has what the future needs

Futurist Dr. Sari Stenfors shares why she believes Estonia might hold some of the most important answers for the world ahead. “Transformation is in your DNA,” she says.
E-society education Innovation People Sustainability

The final call: as Skype winds down, its legacy lives in Estonia’s ecosystem

A small team of Estonian developers created Skype in 2003. Two decades and many unicorns later, it’s shutting down – but its impact on Estonia’s tech ecosystem is permanent.
E-society Innovation People Skype Start-ups Technology

‘100% Digital & 0% Bureaucrazy.’ Estonia retires government paperwork

Estonia becomes the first nation to achieve 100% digital government services, putting red tape at rest.
Business E-society
Bolt – one of Estonia’s fastest-growing unicorns driving tech innovation

The full list of Estonian unicorns

Estonia is a world leader in unicorns per capita. Here is a full list of 10 magnified unicorns born in Estonia or founded by Estonians.
Business Innovation People Start-ups Technology
Lili Milani – geneticist and research leader in personal medicine. Photo by Krõõt Tarkmeel.

Lili Milani: Decoding health, one genome at a time

Advancing genetic research and personal medicine from Estonia to the world.
Innovation People
Kelly Sildaru – Olympic medalist and one of the world’s top freestyle skiers. Photo by Krõõt Tarkmeel.

Kelly Sildaru: From Tallinn’s slopes to the world stage

Estonia’s freestyle skiing star Kelly Sildaru has turned small-hill beginnings into global success, with Olympic medals, X Games titles, and a story of resilience.
Culture People
Taavi Kotka, photographed by Krõõt Tarkmeel

Taavi Kotka: Building Estonia’s digital future

Estonia’s first Chief Information Officer, helped shape the country’s e-Residency program and global reputation as a leader in digital governance.
Innovation People
Markus Villig, founder of Bolt, photographed in Tallinn with a Bolt e-scooter.

Markus Villig: the young Estonian entrepreneur behind Bolt’s global mobility revolution

At 19, Markus Villig founded Bolt with a €5,000 family loan, turning a small taxi app into a global mobility platform spanning ride-hailing, scooters, and deliveries – while championing sustainability and lean growth from Estonia to 45+ countries.
Innovation People Start-ups

Duo Ruut: Two voices, one instrument, endless horizons

Modernising Estonian folk music with fresh voices and inventive sound.
Culture People
Mihhail Zigadlo, founder of Estonian streetwear brand Racer Worldwide, wearing casual clothes with angel wings in Lasnamäe, Tallinn.

Mihhail Zigadlo and Racer Worldwide: Estonia’s streetwear voice

Launched at age 16 by Mihhail Zigadlo, this Estonian streetwear brand blends cultural references with raw design to capture youth culture and global attention.
Culture Design Estonian Streetwear People Youth Culture
Estonian sculptor Edith Karlson with her artwork in a rugged natural landscape. Photo by Krõõt Tarkmeel.

Edith Karlson: Estonian contemporary sculptor

Blending myth with memory and emotion, this Estonian sculptor transforms identity and personal history into striking contemporary installations.
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Ahti Heinla: Estonian innovator behind Skype and Starship robots

From building Skype to launching delivery robots with Starship, this Estonian tech pioneer has helped shape the country’s global digital reputation.
Innovation People Start-ups Technology

DefSecIntel Solutions: Estonia’s vanguard in AI-driven defence technology 

Estonia, a nation celebrated for its digital prowess and a leading position…
Defence E-society Innovation Start-ups Technology

Estonia’s global leadership in modular construction meets Korea’s growing market

The rise of Korea’s ‘5-day city, 2-day countryside’ lifestyle fuels increased interest in modular construction.
Design Innovation Start-ups Sustainability Technology

First in Estonia: Fermi Energia and Samsung have signed a nuclear plant deal

Fermi Energia has signed a deal with Samsung C&T to prepare for building two small modular reactors in Estonia.
E-society Energy Innovation Sustainability Technology

Estonia signs cooperation agreement with NASA

Estonia joined NASA’s Artemis Accords as the 45th country to promote responsible space exploration.
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