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May 26, 2025

Latitude59: A defence tech show in Russia’s backyard

Estonia's Latitude59 is not, officially, a defence tech conference — but it certainly feels like one

Tom Nugent

5 min read

Last week saw world leaders, VCs and startups come together at Kultuurikatel, a creative and event centre in the heart of the Estonian capital Tallinn, for three days of panels, pitches and parties at Latitude59.

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Tom Nugent

Tom Nugent is Sifted’s managing editor. He covers university spinouts and robotics. Follow him on X and LinkedIn

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