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Estonian IGF tackles vibe coding, social media bans, and cyber fraud

The event brings together experts, entrepreneurs, public sector representatives, and the wider community to discuss the most pressing challenges of the digital society. This year’s program focuses on three critical topics: the role of artificial intelligence in technology creation, the impact of social media bans on young people, and the rise of cyber fraud and its effect on trust in digital services. Together, we will explore how technology is shaping people’s lives, our security, and society as a whole.

Vibe coding: revolution or illusion?

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tool, it´s increasingly becoming the creator of technology. AI tools now allow software to be built based solely on descriptions, making development faster and more accessible. At the same time, this raises important questions about code quality, security, and accountability. The panel will explore whether creative coding is the next major breakthrough or a risk that deepens our dependence on technology.

Should we disconnect youth from social media?

Social media has become the primary channel for young people’s communication and self-expression. At the same time, growing evidence points to its negative impact on mental health and social cohesion. The discussion will focus on whether and how society should intervene: is a full ban the right approach, or should we instead redesign digital environments? We will seek a balance between protecting young people and preserving internet freedom.

The fraud epidemic - are we locking down the digital state?

Cyber fraud and scam calls have become widespread and part of everyday life, yet they have not been effectively contained. Artificial intelligence is making scams increasingly convincing, while the responsibility for protection still largely falls on individuals. We will ask why cyber fraud remains such a persistent challenge, where the key bottlenecks lie, and how responsibility should be shared between the state, businesses, and users. We will also discuss whether cyber fraud is beginning to erode trust in digital government services.