Cutting-edge solutions demonstrated how technology is shaping our future and streamlining everyday processes. From AI-powered smart devices and augmented reality applications to real-world 5G innovations, new possibilities are emerging across industries. Foldable screens, humanoid robots, and advanced mobile camera systems were also key highlights, showcasing how innovation continues to redefine our interaction with technology.

The core message of MWC25 was clear—technology isn’t just transforming our lives; it’s optimizing them. While 5G and AI were the primary focus, digital identity solutions also gained significant attention.

The Evolution of Digital Identity

With the introduction of eIDAS 2.0 on May 20, 2024, digital identity is entering a new era. By the end of 2026, all EU countries will be required to implement digital identity wallets, allowing citizens to securely verify their identity and sign documents.

These digital wallets mark a significant step toward full digitalization, but challenges remain—particularly in terms of infrastructure compatibility and user readiness. Organizations must adapt and invest in flexible, secure signing solutions to meet the new standards.

A Crucial Solution for In-Person Verification

Despite the push for digital wallets under eIDAS 2.0, biometric signatures remain an essential solution for situations requiring physical verification.

Why Are Biometric Signatures Still Necessary?

• 70% of public services are still provided in person—fully transitioning to online digital signatures will take time.
• Not all users will adopt digital wallets, making reliable alternatives a necessity.
• Sectors like healthcare, legal services, and government institutions will continue to require physical identity verification.

Until society becomes fully digital, biometric signatures will remain a convenient and secure solution. They enable fast, reliable document signing while ensuring that data is securely stored within digital systems.

What’s Next?

MWC25 made it clear: the digital transformation is unstoppable. Companies that can quickly adapt to AI, 5G, and digital identity innovations will gain a strong competitive edge.

Biometric signatures will continue to play a strategic role—not just complementing but strengthening the digital identity ecosystem. Our mission is to ensure that these innovations become practical tools, empowering businesses and the public sector to move forward.

P.S. A special highlight of the event was our participation in the Pitch2Pitch competition—a platform that gives companies the chance to present their innovations on Mobile World Live TV and gain international exposure. Out of numerous participants, we made it to the final four, proving once again that our solutions have significant potential in the global market.

Rokas Jašinskas
Export Development Manager, Elpako

Germany’s IT Infrastructure Challenges

A prominent topic at SCCON was Germany’s fragmented IT landscape, shaped by its decentralized administration across states and municipalities. This division results in isolated systems, making integration complex. “The absence of a unified national ID system complicates data sharing and hinders seamless collaboration between agencies,” Jašinskas explained.

Digital Signature Demand and Need for Competition

Germany’s demand for flexible digital signature options is growing, accompanied by a call for greater competition in the sector. “Government officials emphasize the need for choice in digital signature solutions to foster innovation and efficiency,” Jašinskas noted. This view aligns with Lithuanian Deputy Health Minister Olegas Niakšu, who underscored the benefits of multiple digital signature options in Lithuania, where Elpako’s Biometric Signature on tablets is gaining traction in the public sector.

GDPR Standards and Consistency Across Europe

Germany regards GDPR as a key standard for data protection, often emphasizing its importance. However, as GDPR is an EU-wide regulation, it ensures consistent data protection across all member states. “While Germany strictly enforces GDPR, it’s essential to remember that these standards unify data protection practices across Europe,” Jašinskas pointed out, highlighting how this uniformity supports effective cross-border cooperation without added barriers.

SAP, Cloud Services, and Simplification

Germany’s ongoing reliance on SAP, known for its complexity and high costs, sparked conversations about the need for simpler and more flexible platforms, particularly in cloud services. Dominated by providers like IONOS and Schwarz Digits, the sector would benefit from accessible technologies that cater to users with diverse IT experience levels.

User-Friendly Solutions and Baltic Leadership

With Latvia as this year’s partner country, the Baltic region’s reputation as a digitalization leader was underscored, with Latvia and Lithuania recognized for delivering intuitive, user-friendly solutions. Jašinskas noted that Germany, facing a shortage of around a million IT professionals, looks to Baltic IT firms for quality, affordable solutions that support foreign innovation in its infrastructure.

Smart Cities and New Opportunities

Smart Cities took center stage, driven by increased funding for urban digitalization projects. Initiatives like the open-access “Heidi” project illustrate how the future of public services will rely on practical, seamlessly integrated solutions. These projects demonstrate that even simple, targeted digital solutions can have a significant impact on urban life.

Small Steps for Big Change

Digitalization often evokes complex solutions, yet SCCON emphasized how straightforward innovations, like digital citizen services or 5G-enabled streetlights, can transform public sector operations. As Jašinskas observed, “The Biometric Signature on tablets is just one way Elpako helps modernize the public sector. Simple, effective innovations can quickly become part of daily life and drive meaningful change.”

Bridging Awareness Gaps and Building Trust

Despite the availability of digital signature solutions, many organizations and citizens remain inclined toward traditional in-person services. “While the digital signature offers efficiency and security for the public sector, greater education and support are necessary to encourage adoption in public institutions,” said Jašinskas, underscoring Elpako’s mission to assist public institutions in effectively implementing these tools.

Sustainable Digitalization and AI Solutions

Sustainable digitalization and AI solutions, particularly for supporting non-German-speaking citizens with official documents, were also in focus. Sustainable, inclusive digitalization is a key goal for both Germany and Lithuania, promising a more accessible public sector environment.

Future Insights and Collaborative Opportunities

Jašinskas’s reflections from SCCON underscore that the future of digitalization lies in intuitive, accessible innovations that enhance public sector services and simplify integration. Solutions like the Biometric Signature on tablets not only streamline daily procedures but also support sustainable digitalization that meets the needs of both users and organizations. Elpako’s approach centers on developing systems that serve as essential, user-friendly tools, shaping a modern and efficient digital landscape accessible to all.