The 2025 edition of the Moldova Digital Summit delivered an unprecedented tech experience in Chișinău.

The event brought together more than 3,000 participants from 15 countries — including Sweden, Qatar, Romania, the United Kingdom, and Germany — driven by an agenda focused on digital skills development, business acceleration, investment attraction, infrastructure modernization, and e-governance.

Anzhela Kashperuk, Vice President for Business Development, Mastercard, noted:

Moldova has already achieved remarkable digitalization results, which are truly impressive. For example, 99% of transactions with our cards are contactless — positioning Moldova among the top five countries globally.

Natalia Corobco, Co-founder and CEO at Francis xGoogle, shared:

The energy at the Summit was inspiring. I was genuinely impressed by the innovative ideas and strategic vision for Moldova's digital future. The quality of speakers, participants, and represented organizations was exceptional.

A summit for all

The Moldova Digital Summit 2025 offered personalized experiences for every participant profile — from entrepreneurs and investors to public sector leaders and tech experts. The event showcased the latest trends in AI, cybersecurity, virtual reality, and digital governance within a vibrant, innovation-driven setting:

• 119 speakers from Moldova and abroad
• 29 main stage panel discussions
• 55 international companies exploring new markets
• 57 business delegates seeking concrete investment opportunities in Moldova's digital ecosystem
• 15 thematic workshops focused on practical solutions and knowledge exchange
• 2 dedicated pitching sessions for tech startups pursuing visibility and funding

A major highlight was the 1,500 m² interactive expo area, open to the public. Visitors engaged with a wide array of technologies, immersive experiences, and hands-on digital tools — including real-time issuance of e-signatures, generative AI art, augmented and virtual reality demos, and next-generation AI applications.

A platform for business collaboration

Moldova Digital Summit 2025 provided tangible international exposure and cooperation opportunities for Moldovan businesses:

• Local entrepreneurs participated in matchmaking sessions and dialogues with decision-makers
• Companies accessed concrete tools and expert guidance through 15 hands-on workshops
• Moldovan startups gained visibility through pitching sessions and presence in the Startup Alley
• 25 local and international companies showcased products and services, engaging directly with potential clients and industry leaders
• Strategic international partnerships were signed, including:

• Partnership for Shared Horizons with the State of Qatar — focusing on digital governance and sustainable development
• MoU between Moldova Innovation Technology Park and Latvian IT Cluster — promoting joint projects and innovation exchange

A digital society for all

The Summit also underscored digitalization's role in bridging the gap between state and citizens. The launch of the new eDemocracy platform (edemocratie.gov.md) marked a turning point in participatory governance, allowing citizens to submit petitions, request information, and participate in online consultations. In just a few days, over 1,000 users accessed the platform, with 586 contributing to surveys on digital services such as EVO, e-signatures, and MDelivery.

As Moldova aims to become a fully digital state by 2030, the e-Governance Agency shared key achievements from 15 years of digital transformation:

• Annual public savings of ~3% of GDP through e-government
• MDL 11 billion saved by citizens from streamlining or elimination through digitalization of redundant procedures
• MDL 30 billion saved from the national budget in the past 5 years
• 100,000+ active users of the EVO public services app
• Over 100,000 digital documents issued, with online payments exceeding MDL 4 million
• 300+ digital public services, including 58 added between 2024–2025
• 63 types of digital power of attorneys available

Empowering future generations

The final day of Moldova Digital Summit 2025 was dedicated to education and technology, through the fourth edition of Tekwill Expo Day. The event brought together over 1,500 teachers and students from across Moldova in a celebration of interactive learning and tech exploration.

Highlights included:

• Showcasing cutting-edge educational tools to spark interest in STEM disciplines, as part of Tekwill, ATIC, and partner initiatives: Tekwill in Every School, Tekwill Academy Kids, Tekwill Academy and Young Makers Club.
• The Generation TEK Exhibition, where teens aged 13–19 presented real-life projects, educational games, startups, and AI-powered solutions — developed through the Tekwill Junior Ambassadors competition.
• A new strategic partnership between the Ministry of Education and Research, ATIC, and the National Institute for Cybersecurity Innovation, which will lead to Moldova's first high school cybersecurity curriculum.