Kainuu Digital Summit 2025: AI Empowering Business, Academia and Startups 5.–6.11.2025
Kainuu Digital Summit 2025 – AI Empowering Business, Academia and Startups returns for its third edition, bringing together a diverse community of AI practitioners, researchers, and industry professionals at the Conference Center Kaukametsä in Kajaani.
This year, the Summit expands into a two-day event: the Academic Day on November 5th will delve into research-driven insights and university-led initiatives, while the Industrial Convention on November 6th will spotlight practical applications and business-driven innovation. Organized by the AIKA Ecosystem—powered by Kajaani University of Applied Sciences and CSC – IT Center for Science—the event continues its mission to strengthen regional competitiveness by bridging the gap between high technology and traditional industries.
The 2025 Summit shifts its focus toward real-world pilot projects and AI applications in both small and large organizations, moving beyond previous years’ emphasis on policy and data economy discussions. Attendees can expect to explore how AI is being implemented across sectors, with concrete examples that demonstrate its transformative potential. Whether you’re a technical enthusiast or a business leader seeking to understand the strategic value of AI, the Summit offers a platform for learning, collaboration, and inspiration.
Explore the event program and register:
Kainuu Digital Summit 2025
The event is organised by the AIKA Ecosystem, co-funded by the European Union, which has already supported over 20 companies in exploring research and development opportunities in artificial intelligence.
