Join the conversation on artificial intelligence with top domestic and international experts!
We offer all Arctic15 attendees an exclusive opportunity to exchange ideas, gain insights, and
learn directly from the leading minds in the field. These conversations will take place via
headsets, allowing participants to tune in on–site and enjoy intimate, focused discussions in
the middle of the event buzz. This is also a fantastic visibility opportunity for both experts and
attendees alike!
TakeAI 10
How It Works?
- Each expert will hold four 10–minute conversations within an hour.
- Reserve your slot early! Slots are limited and fill up fast.
- Conversations will be held both in Finnish and English.
Important: Each attendee may book only one slot. These discussions happen on stage,
so please don’t book just for fun—come prepared to share your expertise and have a
meaningful dialogue. This is not a pitching session, but a platform for exchanging ideas
and gaining visibility.
Day 1
11.00
Vibe Coding Your Way to Product – or Just Wishful Thinking?
Is vibe coding the new programming? As generative AI reshapes software
development, is this a shortcut to unicorn-level speed—or just another hype wave?
Mari Luukkainen
Principal, Identity.vc
12.00
AI – Ethics and Responsibility
Should AI ethics be treated like cybersecurity or design? How do we avoid turning
ethical frameworks into mere compliance checklists?
Veera Siivonen
Co-Founder & CCO, Saidot
13.00
AI in Strategic Leadership and Democratic Resilience
How should democratic societies lead responsibly when AI shifts global power
dynamics and challenges truth, trust, and technology?
Professor David Ellery
Durham, Oxford, and Vienna
14.00
AI Agents – Are We Ready for Autonomous Colleagues?
As AI agents start taking initiative, how should we rethink accountability, coordination,
and collaboration?
Mervi Airaksinen
CEO, Microsoft Finland
15.00
Seeing Around Corners: AI and the Future of Defense
Exploring how AI technologies are shaping the future of defense strategies and
resilience.
Jason Brown
Assistant Professor, Army Cyber Institute, West Point
Day 2
11.00
Bridging the Gap: Turning AI Innovations into Real-World Impact in Healthcare
Is AI in healthcare solving the right problems—or just the ones that fit the data? What
happens when efficiency gains don’t match human trust or care outcomes?
Essi Kainonen
Medical Director, Digitalisation, Mehiläinen
12.00
AI & Regulation
The implementation of the AI Act is now moving forward. It raises many questions, and
the debates on its details are intense. Is the regulation really technology-neutral? Does
it hinder innovation and competitiveness? How does the AI Act protect fundamental
rights—and what obligations does it impose?
Anna-Mari Wallenberg
Consortium PI (SRC_AIDEMOC2024-2030), University lecturer, title of docent in Cognitive science, Department of Digital Humanities
13.00
AI & Cybersecurity – When Both Sides Have AI
What happens when attackers and defenders both use AI? Are we heading toward a
zero-trust world where unpredictability becomes the biggest risk?
Antti Koskela
President and CEO, WithSecure
14.00
Generative AI – Real Productivity Boost or Just Faster Mediocrity?
Is generative AI truly helping us work smarter—or just speeding up mediocre results?
What structural changes are needed for real productivity gains?
Jukka Niittymaa
Head of AI & Innovations, Sherpa; Doctoral Researcher, University of Jyväskylä
15.00
Building a World-Class AI Ecosystem in Finland
What does it take for Finland to become a global leader in AI? In these 10-minute sessions, we’ll discuss how we can build an AI ecosystem in Finland that truly supports startups and fosters meaningful collaboration between tech companies, corporates, researchers, and the public sector. Let’s share ideas on building an ecosystem where collaboration drives success.
Iida Lähdemäki
COO, AI Finland
Building real human connections since 2011
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