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Although the stolen buoy contained no sensitive data, several weeks of raw measurements were lost – data that had been intended for research and the development of marine forecasting services. Photo: Vahur Kaldvee
Society
27.05.2025
Russia seizes TalTech wave buoy, exposes gaps in Baltic Sea situational awareness
Mikk Kaasik, senior researcher at TalTech’s Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology, noted that involving international scientists is strategically important for Estonia’s research environment. Photo: TalTech
Science
27.05.2025
Does Estonia attract research talent?
According to Henrik Friman, the approach to technology distinguishes Europe from the USA – in Europe, thoroughness and security are prioritized, while in the USA, there is a boldness to take risks and strive for rapid success. Photo: private collection
Society
15.05.2025
Mastering the machine: technology’s risks and rewards

Popular stories

Indrek Seppo. Erakogu.
Opinion
05.05.2025
Indrek Seppo: when artificial intelligence is cheaper than common sense – what kind of future are we creating for our children?
Juta Asuja. Photo: Rauno Liivand
Opinion
01.05.2025
Juta Asuja: How to get young people into engineering?
Will humans remain in control? The technological future of a small state depends on our ability to use artificial intelligence transparently, securely, and in a way that strengthens democracy. Photo: OpenAI
Society
02.05.2025
AI at the gates: friend or foe to small-state sovereignty?

Business

Harani sõnul on andmed targa tööstuse uus kuld – robotid ei ole enam pelgalt masinad, vaid andmepõhised tööriistad, mis optimeerivad tootmist, suurendavad efektiivsust ja loovad konkurentsieelise. Foto:
Business
13.05.2025
Estonian industry on a data gold rush
Raid believes that the competitive advantage of Estonian companies lies in their flexibility and ability to operate with small production volumes. Since achieving large-scale production is challenging, local companies focus on smart solutions and adaptability to reduce input costs and maintain competitiveness. Photo: Hoob OÜ
Business
12.05.2025
Founder of an automation company: A robotic arm doesn’t lay off people
TalTech professor Karsten Staehr and Trialoog editor-in-chief Silver Tambur discuss the future of Estonia’s economy, the government’s investment choices and tax policy. Photo by Kaupo Kalda.
Business
05.05.2025
Podcast: Estonia’s economy – turning point or tipping point?
KindelAI asutajad Indrek Reimann ja Andrei Aksjonov toovad tehisaru auto kapoti alla – eesmärgiga muuta diagnostika ennetavaks ja juhile nähtavaks. Foto: Erakogu
Business
30.04.2025
AI peeks under the hood
MindChip’s robotic vessel navigates autonomously on the water’s surface, monitoring its surroundings and responding to situations without human intervention. Photo: MindChip
Business
29.04.2025
AI takes the wheel
According to Siim Täkker, founder of R8 Technologies and a TalTech alumnus, the solution is based on machine learning that adapts to the building’s behavior and surrounding conditions. Photo: R8 Technologies
Business
24.04.2025
Artificial intelligence as a building assistant

Opinion

Indrek Seppo. Erakogu.
Opinion
05.05.2025
Indrek Seppo: when artificial intelligence is cheaper than common sense – what kind of future are we creating for our children?
Juta Asuja. Photo: Rauno Liivand
Opinion
01.05.2025
Juta Asuja: How to get young people into engineering?
Mari Öö Sarv. Photo: TalTech
Opinion
22.04.2025
Mari Öö Sarv: When will I pay for the Earth’s burden?

Trialoog's focus: artificial intelligence

According to Siim Täkker, founder of R8 Technologies and a TalTech alumnus, the solution is based on machine learning that adapts to the building’s behavior and surrounding conditions. Photo: R8 Technologies
24.04.2025
Artificial intelligence as a building assistant
Sven Nõmm | Photo: TalTech
16.04.2025
Sven Nõmm: AI came, saw, generated – what’s next?
Tanel Alumäe. Photo: TalTech
07.04.2025
The capabilities of large language models have left linguists astounded

Science and collaboration

Professor Vladimir Kuts: Head of TalTech's Virtual and Augmented Reality Laboratory, creating intelligent artificial companions to support people. Photo: Karl-Kristjan Nigesen
Science
08.05.2025
Robots to the rescue
H2CoVE partnerite kohtumine Tartus. Foto: TalTech
Science
24.04.2025
Hydrogen connects: five countries, one goal
Schneider Electric Eesti is supporting TalTech’s Tartu College with a building automation system demo kit. Photo: TalTech
Science
24.04.2025
A collaboration that transformed technical education in Tartu
Estonian Cell factory from a bird's-eye view. Photo: Estonian Cell image collection, Jarek Jõepera
Science
16.04.2025
The Engineering Academy´s best practices in the development of project-based and problem-based learning
Dr. Kärt Mätlik leads TalTech’s new neuroepigenetics research group, which seeks ways to maintain brain health at the cellular and genetic level. Photo: TalTech
Science
15.04.2025
Whispers of genes: TalTech’s research opens the door to the secrets of brain health
Dr. Kaida Kaeval at TalTech's new Fiber Optic Communications Lab, where solutions are being developed to enhance the security and resilience of the digital infrastructure in the Baltic Sea region. Photo: TalTech
Science
15.04.2025
Researchers strengthen the digital infrastructure and connectivity of the Baltic Sea region

Society

According to Henrik Friman, the approach to technology distinguishes Europe from the USA – in Europe, thoroughness and security are prioritized, while in the USA, there is a boldness to take risks and strive for rapid success. Photo: private collection
Society
15.05.2025
Mastering the machine: technology’s risks and rewards
The nominees of the "Successful Estonia" opinion competition, including eight TalTech-affiliated scientists, entrepreneurs, and alumni who see further and think bigger. Photo collage: Liisu Kirke Normak
Society
08.05.2025
TalTech visionaries and Estonia’s success ideas
Renske Martijnse-Hartikka and Jaanus Müür join host Peeter Vihma to discuss how cities can manage and scale urban drone operations.
Society
06.05.2025
Podcast: how can cities scale drone use?