President Toomas Hendrik Ilves’s sharpest statements are born in Mulgimaa, at Ärma farm, which by traditional standards seems to be in the middle of nowhere. In a digital society, however, there is no place for remoteness, because with a fast internet connection, the whole world is within reach.
President Ilves needs no introduction — he remains an internationally respected expert, adviser to think tanks and companies, and a sharp analyst of social processes. As a technology enthusiast, he is also active in the fields of cybersecurity and digital governance.
The risks and opportunities of a digital state
According to Ilves, we have every reason to be proud of our country: “Building your own state, especially with this kind of population density, is not easy. It is remarkable how much we have achieved in 33 years. Choosing the path of digital solutions has been the key to our success.”
Ilves notes that the internet age can be seen both as a problem and as an opportunity: “In the past, every village had someone a little odd whose views were extreme. The internet age enables such people to find like-minded thinkers. But in the same way, it also helps bring knowledge and ideas to the world that otherwise, because of our small size, would never reach wider attention.”
Ärma farm has had Elisa business internet since 2021
Client
Toomas Hendrik Ilves
Service
Business Internet Pro 100
Devices
router, switch, Wi‑Fi access points*
*The configuration required for a stable internet connection is created for each business customer based on their needs, regardless of whether they are located in Mulgimaa or in the heart of Tallinn.