Helsingin Ekonomit - English Business Network

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Future of Identity in Europe: Understanding the EU Digital Identity Wallet

21.10.2026 17:30

Haukilahden lukio auditorium

Physical event


Helsingin Ekonomit English Business Network in cooperation with FinTalks Finland,
 invite you to an engaging session on one of the biggest digital shifts coming to Europe.

We are joined by speakers from DVV (Digital and Population Data Services Agency), Nordea, and Hovi, bringing perspectives from government, banking, and digital services. Together, they’ll break down what the EU Digital Identity Wallet means for everyday life, work, and the future of digital identity in Finland.

By the end of 2026, every EU member state will roll out an EU Digital Identity Wallet (EUDI Wallet), a new way to prove who you are, access services, and share verified information securely. Finland’s wallet is already in development, and it will reshape how we bank, sign in to services, run businesses, and move across borders.

This session is designed to be clear, practical, and relevant for everyone - students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, and experienced leaders alike.

What to expect:

  • Insights from DVV, Nordea, and Hovi on what’s coming
  • Real examples of how the EUDI wallet will be used in Finland and across Europe
  • A live demonstration of wallet capabilities
  • A chance to understand how this change will impact both daily life and professional environments.

Program:

  • 17:00 - 17:30 Arrival and registration
  • 17.30 Event begins
    Detailed program will be announced later
  • 19.30 Event will end.

Our Speakers:

  • Kristina Noor-Ilander, DVV (Digital and Population Data Services Agency), Senior Specialist and Project Manager for User Processes and Customer Experience for the European Digital Identity Wallet.
  • Omer Shafiq, Hovi, Founder and CEO.
  • Mikko Hiekkataipale, Nordea, Head of Authentication Solutions.

This registration page is for Helsingin Ekonomit members. If you are not a Helsingin Ekonomit member, you can register via FinTalks Finland's registration page. The registration link for non-members will be shared on this page in late September. 

There are 50 seats available for Helsingin Ekonomit members to this event. Registrations closes on 15 October. 

Organizer: English Business Network, FinTalks Finland, and support from Espoo Talent Hub

The Business School Graduates in Finland is a professional and labour market organisation for university-level business school graduates and students. The members are affiliated to 25 local graduate associations and 14 student associations across Finland.
The community of business school graduates is formed by The Business School Graduates in Finland, local graduate associations and local student associations.

Event time

Starts:   21.10.2026 17:30
Ends:   21.10.2026 19:30

Event location

Haukilahden lukio auditorium

Tekniikantie 3
02150 Espoo

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Organizer

Helsingin Ekonomit

heko@heko.fi

Ratavartijankatu 2, 00520 Helsinki