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Finnish AI Region (FAIR) European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH)


Added by:   National contact point
Added on:   26 Sep 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   25 Dec 2025

This initiative aims to foster collaboration and innovation in AI across various sectors, with a focus on the Helsinki region. It focuses on practical applications and aims to create a world-class AI research and innovation hub by pooling expertise and resources and supporting regional development and networking. Moreover, FAIR provides a range of experimentation and testing platforms and offers the opportunity to test products and services in real-world settings.

Name in original language

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Initiative overview

The Finnish AI Region (FAIR) helps SMEs in the Helsinki area adopt AI and digital tools by offering free expertise, training, and access to testing platforms. Its goal is to build a world-class hub for AI research and innovation by pooling resources from universities, companies, and public actors. FAIR allows businesses to experiment with new products and services in real-world settings, reducing risks and supporting regional growth. As part of the EU’s Digital Innovation Hub network, it also connects local firms with European partners. 

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

City of Helsinki, Department Economic development division

About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • City of Helsinki, Department Economic development division

Category:

  • AI policy initiatives, programmes and projects

Initiative type:

  • Networks, communities of practice, ecosystem-building efforts and collaborative platforms

Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2022

Binding:

  • Non-binding