Mission, vision, values

Digital resilience as a social mission

We believe a safe and ethically grounded digital future of the Baltic Sea region requires technology, competence and organisational culture to grow together.

Our mission

We push the frontier of effective use of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity in the Baltic Sea region through original research, innovation, deployments and education — shaping a safe and ethically grounded digital future for society and industry.

Our vision

We aim to be the leading catalyst of transformative AI and cybersecurity solutions in the Baltic Sea region, globally recognised for research and educational excellence, and for our commitment to responsible technological progress that empowers communities and builds regional resilience.

Statutory goals

Foundation Baltic Digital Institute conducts social and educational work in digital skills, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Below are the key goals we pursue day to day:

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Education and counteracting digital exclusion

▸Basic skills development — raising residents' qualifications in basic computer operation and online navigation.
▸Career counselling — supporting project participants on the labour market.
▸Safety education — workshops on smart shopping and safe behaviour in cyberspace.

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Digitalisation and transformation of business and the public sector

▸Implementation of modern technologies — strategic consulting for the deployment of AI-based solutions.
▸Audits and regulatory compliance — readiness assessment of entities for cybersecurity (e.g. the NIS2 directive) and legal requirements for AI systems (AI Act).
▸Quality Arbiter and Navigator role — supporting micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and corporations in a smooth transition through digital processes.

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Research and development

▸Research activity — running analyses and tests within a dedicated digital technology laboratory (Baltic AI & Cyber Lab).
▸Independent certification — issuing quality-standard confirmations under the BDI Cert brand.

Impact metrics

People trained

Number of participants of our digital courses, including “Digital Leader with AI”.

Organisational deployments

Number of SMEs, NGOs and government units we have helped transform.

Educational content

Publications, reports and open materials shared with the community.

Strategic partners

Universities, government bodies, companies and organisations we work with.

Let’s act together

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