Innovative response
Hack the Crisis Finland is an online hackathon organised by local companies, startups and tech communities, supported by the Finnish government.
Specific issues addressed and anticipated impact
Healthcare officials together with the whole medical industry are racing against the virus, trying to find new and better solutions to response to the virus.
Different communities are struggling to keep their operations and communications running now that physical distancing is the new normal.
COVID-19 is impacting the Finnish businesses hard. Harder than anything else in a long time. Companies find themselves struggling financially and many may have to lay off people.
Organisations/institutions involved
Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment of Finland
- National/Federal government
- Private Sector
Issues being addressed:
- Crowdsourcing solutions
Date Submitted:
21 March 2020