AI & Industry Modernization: Nokian Tyres is teaming up with TCS to roll out AI-led modernization across application management, development and onsite support, aiming for a more unified, automated IT operating model. Space & Earth Observation: Business Finland is backing ICEYE with a further €28.3m grant to expand its sensing tech and AI-driven analysis, including multi-source data fusion for C4ISR. Cyber-Physical Security: Elisa has completed testing of subsea cable disruption monitoring with Finland’s navy and border guard, turning distributed acoustic sensing into an automated alert service for incidents like anchor dragging. Energy Infrastructure: Microsoft has signed a preliminary deal to buy ~190 hectares in western Finland (Vaasa/Korsholm’s Gigavasa) for a potential data centre, citing industrial infrastructure and long-term investment. Baltic Environment Watch: SYKE warns blue-green algae bloom risk remains high in open sea areas near Finland, especially the Gulf of Finland, due to persistent phosphorus levels. Science Spotlight: Finnish researchers report bumblebees can solve tool-use puzzles without training, adding to evidence of advanced insect cognition. EU Legal Pressure: European publishers, including Finland-based participants, are suing Google for adtech monopoly damages of £550m+ after the EU’s €2.95bn fine.