Our weekly selection of the TOP news about Lithuania (24-04-26)
We invite you to check out our weekly selection of the TOP news about Lithuania:
Which startups will be making waves in Lithuania in 2024? (Lithuania.lt)
If 2023 was marked by soaring efficiency and profitability, 2024 promises even more significant changes for the vibrant startup ecosystem of Lithuania.
Lithuanian researchers recycle surgical masks for hydrogen-rich gas production (KTU)
During the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of tons of used surgical masks were dumped every month without a real vision to manage them. Although the world has successfully passed the critical period, a serious industrial eco-solution must be developed to deal with this waste.
Thank goodness for a -5c winter's day. The frost and snow don't just emphasise the ethereal beauty of the winding lanes of Vilnius, the pale, painted 18th and 19th century buildings and skyline of exquisite cupolas and spires, but also give a hint of its dark history.
In our latest interview, we sat down with Gintare Baciuliene, the Head of Technology Sector at Invest Lithuania. Gintare shared her insights on the evolution of the Lithuanian fintech sector, highlighting the successful implementation of the first strategy that kickstarted sector development and attracted numerous innovative companies. The updated fintech guidelines, developed collaboratively with over 20 contributors from government and the private sector, chart a path for Lithuania’s next stage of growth, focusing on maturity and quality within the regulated sector.
Lithuania 14th in OECD Digital Government Index (Invest Lithuania)
Lithuania showcases its digital maturity with an impressive rise from 27th to 14th in the OECD Digital Government Index.
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