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  • Food industry investment support opens in September: who can apply for support?

    Food industry investment support opens in September: who can apply?

    A new opportunity for Estonian food and beverage producers to obtain investment support through PRIA will open in September. Applications for the II round of the 2026 food industry investment support programme will open on 16 September. The support aims to increase the economic capacity and competitiveness of food industry companies and help them invest in new technology, automation, energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Applications must be submitted electronically through e-PRIA. Important: in PRIA's September application round calendar […]

  • Platform work rules are changing: what does the new law mean for couriers, taxi drivers, and platforms?

    Platform work rules are changing: what does the new law mean for couriers, taxi drivers and platforms?

    On 27 August 2026, the Estonian government approved a draft platform work law that affects, among others, couriers, ride-hailing drivers and other people working through digital labour platforms.The aim of the changes is to make platforms' algorithmic decisions more transparent and give people more opportunities to find out why, for example, their pay changed, their access to work was restricted or their account use was affected. Important: this is currently a draft law, not […]

  • A new R82 padel and business centre is being built in Tartu: 7 courts, commercial premises and a children's playroom

    A new R82 padel and business centre is being built in Tartu: 7 courts, commercial premises and a children's playroom

    A new large sports and business centre is coming to Tartu. The R82 Padeli- ja ärikeskus, to be built at Tammetõru 11/13, will bring padel, retail and service premises, and a children's playroom under one roof. The three-storey building will have more than 5600 m² of total floor area, and the developer KA Varad is investing more than 8 million euros in the project. The padel centre will have seven courts, and according to the Padel+ website, plans for Tartu […]

  • The digital euro will also be tested in Estonia: how payments in stores and e-commerce will be trialed

    The digital euro will also be tested in Estonia: how payments in shops and e-commerce will be trialled

    The digital euro is not being introduced yet—it will be tested What is the digital euro? The digital euro would be the euro in digital form, created by Euroopa Keskpank. Simply put, it would be a new electronic payment method that people could use to pay in shops, online shops, for services and to each other. The digital euro is not cryptocurrency or new private money. It would be central bank money, like cash, but in digital […]

  • A 15 million euro funding round has opened for businesses in Estonia: grants of up to 2 million euros are available

    A 15 million euro funding round opened for companies in Estonia: grants of up to 2 million euros are available

    On 3 August 2026, Ettevõtluse ja Innovatsiooni Sihtasutus (EIS) opened the 11th application round of the applied research program, or RUP, with a total budget of 15 million euros. Funding of between 250 000 and 2 million euros can be applied for per project. The funding is intended for companies developing technologies, processes, products, or services that are new or significantly different from existing solutions. However, entrepreneurs should note […]

  • Does AI-generated content need to be labelled from 2 August 2026? Rules for businesses and advertising

    Will AI content have to be labelled from 2 August 2026? Rules for businesses and advertising

    From 2 August 2026, the transparency requirements laid down in Article 50 of the Artificial Intelligence Regulation, or AI Act, will apply in the European Union. They concern certain artificial intelligence systems and content created or modified using AI. However, this does not mean that a company will have to add the label “created using artificial intelligence” to every photo, advertising text or social media post. The labelling obligation depends on the type of content, the extent of the modifications made and the purpose of publication […]

  • Salary before the job interview: what changed in Estonia on 13 July 2026?

    Pay before the job interview: what changed in Estonia on 13 July 2026?

    From 13 July 2026, employers in Estonia must inform job applicants of the offered salary or salary range no later than before the first job interview. The information must be provided in a form that can be reproduced in writing. This does not mean that the salary must necessarily be published in every job advertisement. The employer may include the salary in the advertisement or send it to the candidate separately, for example by email or SMS. What matters is that […]

  • New EU aviation rules: children must be seated next to a parent at no extra charge. What does this mean for travel companies and consumers?

    Uued ELi lennureeglid: lapsed tuleb panna vanema kõrvale ilma lisatasuta. Mida see tähendab reisiettevõtetele ja tarbijatele?

    Euroopa lennundusturul on ees oluline muutus: lennufirmad hakkavad olema kohustatud tagama, et alla 14-aastased lapsed saaksid istuda vanema, hooldaja või täiskasvanud saatja kõrval ilma lisatasuta. Esmapilgul võib tunduda, et tegemist on üsna kitsalt peresid puudutava muudatusega. Tegelikult on sellel reeglil palju laiem tähendus. See puudutab kogu lennunduse ärimudelit, kus odav algpilet võib muutuda lõpphinnas märgatavalt […]

  • Buzz Kebab opened in Mustakivi Keskus: wraps, kebabs, burgers, and meat from its own smoker

    A new eatery has opened in Mustakivi Keskus for those who appreciate quick, tasty, and proper food — Buzz Kebab. The Buzz Kebab menu includes wraps, kebabs, hamburgers, and a lighter option — Fit Wrap for those who want something a little healthier and lighter. The place's main distinguishing feature is that the meat is prepared on site. This is not pre-ordered, ready-made meat — […]

  • The fairytale Alice’i võlupark will reopen at Taagepera loss

    This summer, Taagepera loss will once again become a place where history, nature and fairytale imagination come together to create a complete experience. Wagenküll Castle Spa presents the themed Alice’i miljoni õie võlupark in the grounds of Taagepera loss, opening its doors to visitors from 19 June 2026. This is not merely a summer attraction but one of the season's most impressive visual events in Southern Estonia. The castle, lush park, thousands of flowers, […]

  • Kurro Nature Spa Hotel by Peipsi järv: new premium spa hotel preparing to open in summer 2026

    Kurro Nature Spa Hotel – a spa hotel by Lake Peipus

    A new premium-class spa hotel — Kurro Nature Spa Hotel — is coming to the Lake Peipus region. The planned opening is in summer 2026, and the first bookings are listed from 24 August 2026. The hotel will be built in Alutaguse, near Lake Peipus, and may become one of the most notable new tourist attractions in eastern Estonia. In eastern Estonia, in the Lake Peipus region, a new nature-inspired spa hotel — Kurro Nature […]

  • The EU is simplifying artificial intelligence rules: what does this mean for businesses?

    EL simplifies artificial intelligence rules: what this means for businesses

    On 7 May 2026, the European Commission announced an agreement aimed at simplifying the rules for companies that use or develop artificial intelligence. Simply put, the European Union is not giving up on regulating artificial intelligence, but is giving companies more time and wants to make the rules easier to understand. This is particularly important for small and medium-sized enterprises, start-ups, and those that are only beginning to use artificial intelligence in their products and services […]

  • PROTO avastustehas opened its renovated second floor and offers a new 5D experience

    PROTO avastustehas, operating in Tallinn’s Noblessner district, has undergone a major renovation. From 5 May 2026, the centre’s renovated second floor will be open to visitors, offering new interactive exhibits, experiments with light and movement, and a practical and playful introduction to the world of inventions. PROTO also offers a new 5D experience, PROTOS: Journey to the Interior of the Earth, which takes visitors on a journey into the Earth’s interior. The experience […]

  • Reform of EU customs rules and e-commerce: How new laws will change the market in 2026

    ELi tollieeskirjade reform ja e-kaubandus: Kuidas uued seadused muudavad turgu 2026. aastal

    13.04.2026 Euroopa Liit on alustanud oma kõige laiaulatuslikumat tollialaste õigusaktide reformi alates 1968. aastast . Nende muudatuste peamine eesmärk on võidelda ebaausa konkurentsi vastu, mis tuleneb Euroopa-välistest turgudest ja odavate kaupade müüjatest, ning kaitsta siseturgu ja Euroopa tarbijaid. E-kaubanduse kiire kasvu tingimustes, kus miljonid pakid ületavad iga päev ELi piire, ei vasta vanad eeskirjad enam […]

  • Estonia in the 2026 happiness index: 46th place and the path toward improved quality of life

    Estonia in the World Happiness Report 2026 ranking: 46. place

    In the new World Happiness Report 2026, Estonia ranked 46. among the happiest countries in the world. Its gradual rise in the global ranking reflects positive changes in quality of life, the development of social infrastructure and digitalisation. Finland has remained at the top of the ranking for the ninth consecutive year. The World Happiness Report as a global barometer of well-being Every year, the World Happiness Report, compiled under the auspices of the United Nations (World Happiness […]

  • New form of business

    Uus ettevõtlusvorm “EU Inc.” äritegevuse lihtsustamiseks ELis: Täielik juhend revolutsioonist ühtsel turul

    27.03.2026 Euroopa Komisjon tegi ettepaneku luua uus üleeuroopaline juriidiline vorm ettevõtetele — “EU Inc.”. See laiaulatuslik algatus, mis on nn 28. režiimi võtmeelement, on loodud äritegevuse alustamise ja läbiviimise radikaalseks lihtsustamiseks Euroopa Liidu territooriumil. Uus struktuur võimaldab registreerida äri täielikult veebis 48 tunni jooksul, minimaalsete kuludega ja ilma algkapitali nõudeta. Mida see tähendab ettevõtjatele, investoritele […]

  • New options are now available in the “Work” section of the Easyfind portal 🚀

    New categories in the “Jobs” section – more opportunities for cooperation and growth on Easyfind

    New categories in the “Jobs” section – more opportunities for cooperation and growth on Easyfind Easyfind is constantly developing its portal to make publishing job-related listings easier and more effective. Two new categories have now been added to the “Jobs” section: “Looking for a partner” and “Looking for an investor”. These updates are designed to help entrepreneurs, specialists, and originators of ideas find opportunities for cooperation and grow their projects. […]

  • Estonia to simplify the hiring of foreign specialists: amid unemployment, workers are being sought abroad

    Hiring foreign specialists to be simplified in Estonia: the goal is to alleviate labor shortages in manufacturing and transport

    extensive amendments to the Aliens Act may enter into force in Estonia during the year, with the aim of making it easier to recruit qualified workers from abroad. The state plans to establish a separate quota for sectors facing shortages, particularly manufacturing and transport, where labor shortages have become a systemic problem. According to preliminary plans, the new quota will allow up to 1300 residence and work permits to be issued annually to foreign specialists. If necessary, this may be increased to […]

  • PSD3 and PSR: new payment services rules crack down on fraud, hidden fees and weak open banking

    PSD3 ja PSR: uued makseteenuste reeglid suruvad pettusi, peidetud tasusid ja nõrka open banking’ut nurka

    ELi makseteenuste raamistik läheb suureks ümberkirjutamiseks. Uus makseteenuste direktiiv PSD3 ja sellega käsikäes liikuv makseteenuste määrus PSR kujundavad ümber nii pankade, makseteenuse pakkujate (PSP-de), fintechi-ettevõtete kui ka kaupmeeste igapäevase äri. Euroopa Komisjon tegi paketiga ettepaneku juba 2023. aasta juunis, Euroopa Parlament võttis oma seisukoha vastu 2024. aasta kevadel ning 2025. aasta jooksul on paralleelselt liikunud […]

  • Women changing the world of food: FoodID and Meal in Hand won the Estonian round of the EWA programme in Tartu

    Women changing the food industry: FoodID and Meal in Hand won the Estonian round of the EWA programme in Tartu

    Photo source: eitfood.eu 2 December 2025 In November, the Demo Day of the Estonian 2025 EWA (Empowering Women in Agrifood) programme was held in Tartu, bringing together ten inspiring female entrepreneurs and a host of investors, supporters and food innovation enthusiasts. At the end of the day, two winners were announced—FoodID and Meal in Hand—who received 10 000 and 5 000 euros respectively […]

  • “Small Towns, Great Love Stories”—what actually happens in the clip?

    Foto: Brigitte Susanne Hunt and Erik Vent in Võru. Source: Visit South Estonia 1 December 2025 The advertisement is titled “Christmas in South Estonia: Small Towns, Great Love Stories” and follows the logic of a classic Hallmark Christmas film. ERR+1 A successful and always-busy city girl from Tallinn (Brigitte Susanne Hunt) travels to Võru for a short Christmas break. It is ostensibly planned as a quick business trip—a little fresh […]

  • A 1980s-style retro apartment museum opened in a construction site cabin in Lääne-Virumaa

    A 1980s-style retro apartment museum opened in a construction cabin in Lääne-Viru County

    26 November 2025 Image: ERR Near Rakke in Lääne-Viru County, one woman's personal memorial project has become a unique small museum: a construction cabin converted into a 1980s-style retro apartment. At the center of this story is Merike Õun – a woman who decided to give new life to items found in the depths of a cupboard and offer local seniors and visitors an opportunity to take a small step back in time. ERR+1 Today […]

  • PROTO Christmas Land

    PROTO Christmas Land: techno-Christmas in Noblessner that will delight both children and adults

    From December 2025 to 6 January 2026, PROTO avastustehas, located in Tallinn’s Noblessner harbour district, will become a true centre of winter magic for four weeks. PROTO Christmas Land, also known as PROTO Jõulumaa, combines the warmth of the Christmas season, technological experiences and an imaginative environment where children, young people and adults can all play together. This is not a traditional Christmas market—it is more of a “techno-Christmas party” […]

  • The Spanish film “The Good Daughter” made history at PÖFF and put Tallinn on the film world's map

    Spanish film “The Good Daughter” made history at PÖFF and puts Tallinn on the film world map

    This year, the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival PÖFF brought a historic moment for the city: for the first time in the festival’s 29-year history, the same film won both the Grand Prix and the Audience Award. The film is the Spanish-Belgian drama “The Good Daughter” (“La buena hija”), directed by Júlia de Paz Solvas.poff.ee+1 In addition to the two main awards, young actress Kiara Arancibia received recognition for her leading role in the same film […]

  • OlyBet Golf Arena – the largest indoor golf center in the Baltics has opened its doors in Tallinn

    OlyBet Golf Arena – the largest indoor golf center in the Baltics opened its doors in Tallinn

    Photo: Andres Mets Just outside Tallinn, there is now a place where golf can be played 365 days a year – regardless of rain, sleet, darkness, or wind. The brand-new OlyBet Golf Arena at Suur-Paala 19 is officially open and is being presented as the largest and most modern indoor golf center in the Baltics. nextgolf.ee+2spordiregister.ee+2 The center's focus is clear: to make golf accessible in Tallinn and throughout Estonia, […]

  • Trade unions protest against variable-hours employment contracts: are employees' income and financial security at risk?

    Trade unions protest against variable-hours employment contracts: are workers' income and security at risk?

    A large-scale trade union demonstration took place outside Riigikogu on Monday, focusing on the government's plan to amend the Employment Contracts Act and allow wider use of so-called variable-hours employment contracts (variable-hours work). This is one of the most controversial changes to employment law in recent years, potentially affecting tens of thousands of workers across Estonia. Under the amendment, an employer could enter into a contract with an employee that guarantees only 10 hours of work per week, […]

  • Estonian Business Hub in Berlin: a new “office-showcase” for Estonian companies in the German market

    Estonian business centre in Berlin: a new “showcase office” for Estonian companies in the German market

    A new business centre was officially opened at the Estonian embassy in Berlin, serving as a practical business platform for all Estonian companies wishing to gain visibility in the German market and build long-term relationships with local partners. The newly renovated premises in Berlin's historic embassy building now provide a prestigious setting for seminars, negotiations, networking events and product presentations – essentially serving as a “showcase office” for Estonian companies in one of Europe's largest markets. ERR+1 […]

  • Estonian startup Fienta conquers Africa: Latitude59 helps the ticketing platform enter the Kenyan market

    Estonian start-up Fienta conquers Africa: Latitude59 helps the ticketing platform enter the Kenyan market

    Date: 13 November 2025 Estonian technology companies are accustomed to thinking globally – our market is small, but our ambition is great. While some platforms, such as the services and small-business listings portal Easyfind, connect people across Estonia, others are already moving to the next level and testing their solutions on entirely new continents. One of the latest examples is the ticketing platform Fienta, which, through the Latitude59 network […]

  • Tallinn has opened the public vote for “Tallinna aasta sportlased 2025” — cast your vote by 23 November

    Tallinn opened public voting for “Tallinn Athletes of the Year 2025” — cast your vote by 23 November

    On 10 November, Tallinn launched a major public vote to determine the “Tallinn Athletes of the Year 2025”. All sports fans — both in the capital and elsewhere in Estonia — are invited to vote for their favourites. Public voting runs through 23 November (inclusive) and is conveniently available on Tallinn's website. Your vote counts: the public's choice makes up a full third of the final result, together with the board of Eesti Spordiajakirjanike Selts […]

  • European Commission initiative: development of high-speed rail and investments in “clean fuels”

    European Commission initiative: development of high-speed rail and investment in “clean fuels”

    Sources: European Commission, Carbon Market Watch, ChemAnalyst, Financial Times, Wikipedia – European Green Deal, arXiv – Sustainable Transport Study Introduction The European Commission has presented a major new transport package aimed at accelerating the development of high-speed railways in Europe and encouraging investment in “clean fuels” – renewable and low-carbon fuels used in aviation, shipping, and other transport sectors. This initiative […]

  • A new section — “Special Offers” — is now available on Easyfind!

    A new section — “Special Offers” — is now open on Easyfind!

    We are delighted to announce that a completely new and long-awaited section — “Special Offers” 🎉 — has opened on Easyfind! You can now share discounts, promotions and special offers here — for products, services and events. 🔸 What this means for users You no longer need to search for good offers on different websites or social media.Everything interesting and useful is now in one […]

  • The AI revolution in accounting: Spanish startup Kabilio raises 4 million euros and reshapes the financial world

    The AI revolution in accounting: Spanish start-up Kabilio raises 4 million euros and reshapes the financial world

    Barcelona, Spain – 5 November 2025. The financial technology landscape is undergoing a significant shift, driven by the relentless development of artificial intelligence (AI). At the heart of this revolution is Kabilio, a Barcelona start-up founded in 2024, which has just announced an impressive pre-seed investment of 4 million euros. This is one of the largest early-stage funding rounds in Spain's history, led by renowned European venture capital funds Visionaries […]

  • Tech Group was awarded the title “Company of the Year 2025”, marking the triumph of Estonian engineering at the world-class level

    Tech Group crowned “Company of the Year 2025,” celebrating the triumph of Estonian engineering on the world stage

    3 November 2025 At the festive “Eesti parimad ettevõtted 2025” awards gala held on Saturday evening, high-tech company Tech Group AS was named the winner of the year's most coveted title, “Aasta Ettevõte 2025”. This prestigious recognition highlights the company's outstanding contribution to the Estonian economy and the advancement of engineering by creating complex production lines and robotic solutions for Europe's most demanding industries — automotive, semiconductors and photonics. Operating near Tallinn, Tech […]

  • Special offers

    Coming soon to Easyfind — a new “Special Offers” section!

    We are delighted to share some great news — a new “Special Offers” section is almost ready on Easyfind 🎉This update will make the portal even more convenient and useful for both users and advertisers. 🔸 What this means for users Very soon, you will find a separate section on Easyfind featuring all the most interesting and affordable offers: discounts and special offers from companies, professionals and service providers; temporary […]

  • The euro area bank lending market presents a mixed picture: a housing loan boom and corporate caution

    Euro area bank lending market presents a mixed picture: housing loan boom and corporate caution

    28 October 2025 The European Central Bank's (ECB) latest October 2025 Bank Lending Survey – BLS paints a complex and multifaceted picture of the euro area lending market. While the housing loan market is experiencing a strong recovery, supported by lower interest rates and improved market expectations, sluggishness and caution still prevail in the corporate lending sector. The consumer credit market remains stable, but shows no significant […]

  • European Startup Village Forum 2025: How Rural Areas Are Becoming New Innovation Hubs

    European Startup Village Forum 2025: How rural areas are becoming new innovation hubs

    27 October 2025 Brussels, Belgium – On 29 October 2025, the third annual European Startup Village Forum will take place in Brussels, a landmark event organized by the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC). The forum highlights the transformation of rural areas across the European Union into vibrant centers of innovation and entrepreneurship. This year's event will present compelling case studies from Slovenia, France, Italy, and Finland, showing how forward-looking […]

  • EU Call: Age Verification on Social Media – How to Protect Children in the Digital Age?

    ELi Üleskutse: Vanusekontroll Sotsiaalmeedias – Kuidas Kaitsta Lapsi Digiajastul?

    23. oktoober 2025 Hiljutine Euroopa Poliitikakeskuse (European Policy Centre) korraldatud poliitiline dialoog tõi taas teravalt esile vajaduse kehtestada Euroopa Liidus ranged vanusekontrolli nõuded sotsiaalmeedia platvormidel. See on osa laiemast arutelust, kuidas kaitsta lapsi ja noorukeid internetis, säilitades samal ajal digitaalse ruumi vabaduse ja innovatsiooni. Küsimus alaealiste kaitsest internetis muutub üha aktuaalsemaks ning Euroopa Liit püüab […]

  • A New Era in Traffic Surveillance: How Estonia's New Automatic Number Plate Recognition Camera Law Protects Your Privacy

    A New Era in Traffic Surveillance: How Estonia's New License Plate Recognition Camera Law Protects Your Privacy

    22 October 2025  Estonia has taken an important step toward protecting citizens' privacy in the digital age. On 20 October 2025, President Alar Karis promulgated amendments to the Police and Border Guard Act that impose strict rules on the use of automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras. This law is not merely a technical update, but a fundamental decision seeking to strike a balance between ensuring national security and protecting individual freedoms. In the article […]

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    Europol's “SIMCARTEL” operation: A devastating blow to cybercrime service providers

    20 October 2025   On 1 October 2025, the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) announced an unprecedented international operation codenamed “SIMCARTEL”, which dealt a major blow to organized cybercrime. During the operation, which involved law enforcement agencies from several countries, including Estonia, a large-scale cybercrime-as-a-service (CaaS) platform was dismantled. This network provided criminals around the world with the tools and anonymity to commit large-scale fraud, causing losses amounting to […]

  • Business mortality in Estonia: trends, causes and impact in the European context

    Business mortality in Estonia: trends, causes and impact in the European context

    14 October 2025 On 13 October 2025, Eurostat published fresh statistics that shed new light on business dynamics in the European Union. The data show that although the number of new businesses increased in most EL countries in 2023, the situation in Estonia is the opposite. Eestis ulatus ettevõtete sulgemise määr 27,5% — the highest in the entire European Union. In addition to Estonia, Germany and Denmark showed a similar trend, […]

  • The European payments revolution is here: What does the new instant payments regulation mean for you?

    The European payments revolution is here: What does the new instant payments regulation mean for you?

    From 9 October 2025, a new era in the payment services landscape has begun in the European Union. The new instant payments regulation has forever changed the way we move money, enabling euro transfers that reach the recipient in seconds rather than days. This is not merely a technical upgrade but a fundamental shift affecting individuals’ everyday money management, companies’ liquidity and the whole of Europe […]

  • The European Union's New Era of Border Control: What Does a Traveler Arriving in Estonia Need to Know?

    A New Era of Border Control in the European Union: What Travellers Arriving in Estonia Need to Know

    Published: 6 October 2025 From 12 October 2025, a new automated border control system known as the Entry/Exit System (EES) will be implemented in Estonia and throughout the European Union. This is a significant step forward in managing the external borders of the Schengen area, bringing important changes for third-country nationals. In this article, we provide a detailed overview of what this new system entails, who it affects and how it […]

  • European Commission approves Estonia’s 100% renewable energy plan but warns of shortcomings

    European Commission approves Estonia's 100% renewable energy plan but warns of shortcomings

    Published: 03 October 2025  On 2 October 2025, the European Commission published its comprehensive assessment of Estonia's updated National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP), acknowledging the country's ambitious goal of transitioning entirely to renewable electricity by 2030 while highlighting significant gaps in reducing greenhouse gases in the transport, buildings and agriculture sectors. This assessment is part of a broader review analysing all European Union Member States […]

  • The Chinese Revolution in Heavy Industry: XCMG's 240-Tonne Electric Mining Truck Redefines Sustainability

    China's Heavy Industry Revolution: XCMG's 240-tonne Electric Mining Truck Redefines Sustainability

    Published: 01 October 2025  The world of heavy industry is witnessing an unprecedented transformation driven by technological innovation and the urgent need for decarbonisation. At the forefront of this revolution is Chinese engineering giant XCMG, which recently unveiled its 240-tonne XDE240 electric mining truck. This is not just another machine; it is a paradigm shift proving that battery-powered solutions can perform in demanding mining conditions […]

  • Revolution in Orthopedics: Created by Korean Scientists

    Revolution in Orthopaedics: “Bone Repair Gun” Created by Korean Researchers Redefines Fracture Treatment

    29 September 2025 Orthopaedic surgery is witnessing a paradigm shift driven by a revolutionary invention by South Korean researchers. A device already aptly dubbed the “bone repair gun” by the media was born in the innovation laboratories of Sungkyunkwan University. This handheld instrument, resembling a precision 3D printer, is set to radically transform how we approach the treatment of complex bone fractures. Promising faster, significantly cheaper and less invasive […]

  • Meta’s Vision of the Future: Revolutionary AI Glasses Priced at 499 Dollars

    Meta's Vision of the Future: Revolutionary AI Glasses Priced at 499 Dollars

    25 September 2025  The technology world is buzzing once again. At Meta's annual Connect 2025 conference, three new glasses models based on artificial intelligence (AI) were unveiled, promising to transform our everyday interaction with technology and the world around us. The sporty Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses with a 499-dollar price tag and the revolutionary flagship Meta Ray-Ban Display, which brings an in-lens display to the mass market for the first time, attracted the most attention. […]

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    We opened a new “Expert Article” section on Easyfind

    In short and to the point: we have launched a new section — “Expert Article”. Here, our clients who are practitioners share their experience in plain language: useful advice, checklists, analyses of common mistakes and real cases from Estonia — without advertising hype or empty promises. Why this section and what to expect Practical value in every paragraph. Specific recommendations that can be implemented immediately. Plain language. No excessive jargon — we explain things so that […]

  • iPhone 17 and

    iPhone 17 and “Scratchgate”: Sensational scandal or overblown problem? A complete analysis

    Every September, the technology world comes to a standstill awaiting Apple's presentation, and this year was no exception. The launch of the iPhone 17 series, particularly the flagship iPhone 17 Pro and the ultra-thin iPhone Air, generated a wave of enthusiastic feedback. Innovative design, greater performance, and promises of unprecedented durability – all of this created an image of the perfect smartphone. However, the honeymoon period for owners of the new devices proved surprisingly short. Barely had […]

  • A young woman safely uses a smartphone in a car; Europe's Digital Services Act protects users online, and DSA regulations ensure safety

    Digital Services Act: how Europe protects us online

    22 September 2025 | The European Commission provided updated information on how the Digital Services Act (DSA) is improving our online lives. What is the Digital Services Act? The Digital Services Act (DSA) regulates online services, including social media platforms, marketplaces, app stores and booking portals. It covers platforms such as Shein, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, LinkedIn and Booking.com. The DSA […]

  • Elcogen ELCO I, fuel cell production in Estonia, SOFC/SOEC stacks on the assembly line, industrial automation

    Tallinn launched a fuel cell factory that promises to “make hydrogen cheaper”. Why this is a bigger story than it first appears

    19.09.2025 Estonia gained a prominent new spot on the energy industry map. Just outside Tallinn, Elcogen opened its new ELCO I factory – one of Europe's largest production facilities for solid oxide technologies (SOFC/SOEC). Operations will begin in approximately 14 000 m²of production space, with capacity to manufacture up to 360 MW/year fuel cell stacks. But it is the economics that truly deserves the headline: the company says outright that it can reduce the production cost of its stacks by at least 60%. This […]

  • Production of chemicals from food waste

    REVOLUTION: Electricity turns spoiled food into valuable chemicals!

    17.09.2025 The world is on the verge of a waste-processing revolution. Researchers at Ohio State University have developed a groundbreaking method that uses electricity to turn spoiled food waste into valuable chemicals such as acetone, ethanol and butanol. This discovery not only offers a solution to the global food waste problem but also paves the way for the creation of a new, sustainable industry based on circular economy principles. This technology, known as […]

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    Narva rare-earth magnet factory: the new heart of Europe's green transition

    16.09.2025 Introduction On 1 September 2025, a production facility of historic significance opened in Narva — Europe's first rare-earth magnet factory. This 75-million-euro investment by the Canadian company Neo Performance Materials marks an important milestone in the European Union's efforts to reduce its dependence on China in critical technologies. The Narva rare-earth magnet factory is not merely a production facility — it is a symbol of Estonia's […]

  • Automotive revolution: EL is not giving up in the electric car race against China

    The global automotive industry is undergoing tectonic shifts, with China at their epicenter. European car manufacturers, once the undisputed market leaders, have found themselves playing catch-up as they try to counter the rapid expansion of Chinese electric cars. This news reveals three key aspects of this “automotive revolution”: EL's firm position, a call for European car manufacturers to accelerate, and the evident technological superiority of electric cars. EL is not giving up: refusal to make concessions and a firm position Despite […]

  • EL panustab tehnoloogiale: välja kuulutati ulatuslikud algatused suveräänsuse tugevdamiseks

    11.09.2025 BRÜSSEL – Oma iga-aastases Euroopa Liidu olukorda käsitlevas kõnes, mis peeti 10. septembril 2025 Strasbourgis, teatas Euroopa Komisjoni president Ursula von der Leyen mitmest ambitsioonikast tehnoloogiaalgatusest, mille eesmärk on tugevdada ELi tehnoloogilist suveräänsust ja konkurentsivõimet maailmaareenil. Tähelepanu keskmes on tehisintellekt, akude tootmine ja uuenduslike idufirmade toetamine. Tehisintellekti gigavabrikud ja tehnoloogiline sõltumatus Üks peamisi teadaandeid […]

  • EL bans “meat terms” for plant-based products

    📅 Event date: 8 September 2025 (vote) 📅 Publication date: 9 September 2025 🏛️ Source: Green Queen, Euroopa Parlament 🥩 Main news The European Parliament’s Committee on Agriculture voted in favour of banning the use of “meat terms” such as “burger”, “sausage” and “steak” on the packaging of plant-based meat substitutes. 📊 Voting results (8 September 2025): •✅ FOR: 33 committee members •❌ AGAINST: 10 members •⚪ ABSTENTIONS: […]

  • Euroopa Komisjon määras Google’ile 2,95 miljardi euro suuruse trahvi reklaamitehnoloogia turu kuritarvitamise eest

    septembril 2025 teatas Euroopa Komisjon, et on määranud Google’ile 2,95 miljardi euro (umbes 3,45 miljardit USA dollarit) suuruse trahvi Euroopa Liidu konkurentsireeglite rikkumise eest digitaalse reklaamitehnoloogia (ad-tech) sektoris. See on neljas kord, kui komisjon on Google’it turgu valitseva seisundi kuritarvitamise eest karistanud. Süüdistuse sisu ja uurimise taust Ametlik uurimine Google’i tegevuse kohta reklaamitehnoloogia vallas algatati […]

  • Eesti tööstustoodangu kasv aeglustus 0,7%

    4 September 2025 Estonia’s industrial production growth slowed in July after accelerating the previous month, data from Statistikaamet showed on Thursday. Key indicators: •Tööstustoodangu maht kasvas juulis kalendrikorrigeeritult 0,7% year-on-year •This is märkimisväärselt aeglasem kui eelmise kuu 4,1% growth •Nevertheless, it was the sixth consecutive month of growth Sector results: Manufacturing: +3,5% growth •The main driver of growth across the industry Energy: -29,1% decline •The largest negative […]

  • Estonia's services export surplus grew to 815 million euros

    2 September 2025 Estonia's trade surplus in services exports grew by 1% to 815 million euros in the II quarter of 2025. Services exports grew by 8% and imports by 11% year on year. Key figures: •Services exports: €3,4 billion •Services imports: €2,6 billion •Surplus: over €800 million •Increase compared with the previous year: €9 million Largest export categories in Q2 2025: 1.Other business services (business support, advertising, […]

  • Neste transforms the refuelling experience: promotions disappear, prices become simpler and more transparent

    Finnish fuel group Neste today announced a significant change to its pricing strategy and customer relations. The company is abandoning its previous complex promotional system and moving towards a simpler and more transparent pricing model. The changes will take effect from 15 September 2025 at all stations belonging to the Neste filling station network in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Finland. End of promotions and new pricing model Neste Baltic marketing manager Karolina Pāvulāne explained that the decision to abandon various […]

  • Digital Fairness Act: võitlus “tumedate mustrite” ja ebaõiglase turundusega

    28. august 2025 Sissejuhatus Euroopa Komisjon on algatanud avaliku konsultatsiooni uue õigusakti – Digital Fairness Act (DFA, Digitaalse õigluse seadus) – kohta, mille eesmärk on tugevdada tarbijate kaitset digitaalsetel turgudel. Selle akti eesmärk on täita oletatavad regulatiivsed “lüngad”, mis on jäänud hiljutistest ELi digitaalsetest määrustest, sealhulgas Digital Services Act (DSA) ja Digital Markets Act (DMA). […]

  • Meta lõpetab poliitilise ja sotsiaalse reklaami Euroopa Liidus

    26.08.2025   Lühikokkuvõte Meta Platforms Inc., mis omab sotsiaalvõrgustikke Facebook ja Instagram ning sõnumirakendust WhatsApp, teatas poliitilise, valimis- ja sotsiaalse reklaami lõpetamisest Euroopa Liidu riikides alates 2025. aasta oktoobrist. Otsus on tehtud seoses ELi uue poliitilise reklaami läbipaistvuse ja sihtimise määruse (TTPA) jõustumisega, mida ettevõte peab “mittetoimivaks” liigse piirangute ja õigusliku ebakindluse tõttu. Meta otsuse […]

  • ELi regulatiivsed muudatused ja digitaalne transformatsioon: põhjalik ülevaade

    22. august 2025 Euroopa Liit jätkab aktiivselt digitaalse ühtse turu kujundamist, rakendades terviklikku õigusraamistikku, mis hõlmab digitaalmajanduse erinevaid aspekte. Viimastel aastatel on EL võtnud vastu mitmeid olulisi õigusakte, mille eesmärk on reguleerida digitaalteenuseid, kaitsta andmeid, tagada küberturvalisus ja luua kõigile turuosalistele võrdsed tingimused. Käesolevas ülevaates vaatleme kolme peamist regulatiivset muudatust, mis avaldavad olulist mõju Euroopa […]

  • Norrsken Evolve launches a 57-million-euro fund to support European impact-tech startups

    18 August 2025 Norrsken Foundation has launched a new pre-seed investment fund, Norrsken Evolve, with 57 million euros in capital. The fund focuses on startups operating “at the intersection of impact, resilience and scalability”. The fund focuses on future technologies Norrsken Evolve invests in early-stage founders across Europe who are developing solutions in sustainability, deep tech and infrastructure that are critical to Europe's long-term resilience […]

  • LG brings premium streaming to new European Kia models

    16 July 2025 | Technology LG Electronics introduced the webOS platform for Kia cars in Europe, turning vehicles into “living spaces on wheels” Cars are becoming multimedia centres LG Electronics announced the launch of its webOS Automotive Content Platform (ACP) in Kia Corporation cars on the European market. The platform, which debuted on the recently unveiled EV3 electric vehicle, will also be installed in the upcoming EV4, EV5 and New Sportage models. This marks LG […]

  • Digital hegemony: how the European advertising market rewrote the rules in 2025

    The European advertising market has definitively entered a new era. Data published in mid-2025 confirm that digital channels are no longer merely in the leading position but have become the foundation of marketing strategies across the continent. According to IAB Europe’s latest AdEx Benchmark report, published in May 2025, ületas Euroopa digireklaami turu maht 118,9 billion euros, showing an impressive annual growth of 16%. This means that […]

  • EL throws down the gauntlet to technology giants: new rules for artificial intelligence

    11 July 2025 The European Union has taken a decisive step in regulating artificial intelligence by publishing a voluntary set of rules intended to help the world's largest technology companies comply with the bloc's strict new artificial intelligence laws. Giants such as OpenAI, Google, and Meta now face a difficult choice: sign the rules or prepare for closer scrutiny by the European Commission. A new era of artificial intelligence regulation in Europe European […]

  • You can now upload photos up to 25 MB!

    Good news for all Easyfind users! We have increased the maximum image size to 25 megabytes. This means: ✅ Better quality ✅ More detail ✅ More freedom when designing listings Upload bright, sharp and colourful photos — make your listings stand out! Easyfind grows and evolves with you 💙

  • The new boss in the chat — Mimi!

    Doesn't wear a tie, drink coffee or go on holiday. But Mimi is a robot that really helps. 🧠 She knows: – how to create a listing, – how to make everything look logical and attractive, – how to translate properly, not like Google 😅 – and how not to get lost in the portal. Mimi works fast. Message her in the chat. She doesn't bite. […]

  • An update on Easyfind: choosing categories is now easier and more convenient!

    Our goal was to make finding the right category even faster and easier! Now, when adding a listing, you can quickly and intuitively select the right category – the new selection system is clearer and more user-friendly. We do everything we can so that you spend less time on technical details and more on what truly matters – growing your business 💙 What has changed: 🔹 Simplified selection interface […]

  • A smart chatbot is coming to the portal soon!

    We are preparing an update that will make the portal even more convenient to use! A smart chatbot will soon appear on Easyfindi to help you every step of the way

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