Publications

Find out more about the Warsaw AI sector, its companies, organisations, events or market structure. From this, the most comprehensive report on the Polish market, you will also learn about AI specialists - their pay, knowledge or competences. You will also get a glimpse of the future of the sector.

In this report, you will find out, among other things, what knowledge Poles have about cybersecurity, what they are afraid of and whether this makes them limit their activity on the internet, how Poles are attacked and whether scam or phishing is popular. You will also find out about the extent of hate speech and the need to regulate it, or the issue of protecting children and young people, including protection from adult content.

In addition, as every year, you will get to know the pulse of the Polish society 5.0 - you will find out what are the strategic challenges facing Poland, the attitude towards technology and the willingness to use it.

Not sure how to take advantage of the opportunities the internet, smartphone, computer or tablet offers you? Do you want to dive into the digital world but are unsure where to start? It's never too late to learn! With the support of specialists, we have created another edition of the "Modern Senior" publication - a guide to the world of technology that will help you overcome any fears you may have about new technologies and show you how to use them in an easy way. In this edition, we have given special attention to the topic of cyber security, so you will learn how to protect your data and navigate the internet safely. Our aim is that age is not a barrier to accessing the digital world. Take your first step online with us! The 5th edition of Modern Senior also includes material on artificial intelligence. The book is available in print at selected bookshops!"

Discover the 3rd edition of the ranking of the 100 biggest tech companies in the CEE region. This is the most comprehensive and transparent study published annually by the foundation. The goal of the ranking is to integrate and promote the CEE region, showcase best practices for scaling businesses, inspire entrepreneurs to build digital companies and decision-makers to create smart public policies. The total capitalisation of the champions is more than USD 106 billion, but still remains nearly 20 per cent below the 2021 valuations.

The scale of fake news in the public space is growing, according to the 2nd edition of the "Disinformation through the Eyes of Poles" report. As many as 84% of Poles have encountered fake news, and 9 out of 10 respondents confirmed the veracity of at least one piece of false information. The results in the report prepared by the Together Against Disinformation Coalition are disturbing, as they are worse in many aspects compared to the survey conducted three years ago. Learn more about the state of disinformation in Poland from our representative public opinion poll.

From this report, you will find out, what knowledge Poles have about artificial intelligence, how they perceive it, whether they trust it, whether AI should, for example, be accelerated and who is leading the development, whether and how AI will affect the labour market, how AI should be regulated and whether women can work with AI.

In addition, as every year, you will get to know the pulse of the Polish society 5.0 - you will find out what are the strategic challenges facing Poland, the attitude towards technology and the willingness to use it.

Not sure how to benefit from the opportunities offered to you by the internet and your smartphone? Want to dive into the digital world but not sure how to go about it? It's never too late to learn! We have created, with the support of specialists, the publication "Modern Senior" - a guide to the world of technology. This book will help you overcome any fear of technology, while explaining in an easy-to-understand way how to use it. Our aim is for age not to be a barrier to accessing the digital world. Take your first step online with us! The 4th edition of "Modern Senior" includes material on artificial intelligence. It is also available in print in selected bookshops!

Learn about the "Digital State" recommendations made by former ministers of digitisation. Find out what the community of innovators recommends to make Poland a kind of 'Startups and Innovation Capital'. In the fourth edition of the document, the two above-mentioned chapters were added and the others were updated. Note: The document is in Polish.

The 2nd edition of the report presents companies' knowledge of Electricity 4.0 and includes the results of a survey related to smart energy transition. From the report you will also learn about the scale of energy price increases in Poland and their impact on business.

How to make Poland achieve the goals of the Digital Decade 2030? Learn about the latest recommendations co-created by more than forty organisations and leading experts.

The Polish economy, which is dominated by SMEs, is facing a smart energy transition. The report presents companies' approaches to this issue, describing opportunities and barriers on the road to Electricity 4.0.

Leading European AI organisations have studied the impact of the upcoming Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) on the European startup market. 50% of AI startups believe that the upcoming act will slow down AI innovation in Europe. An additional 16% are considering stopping AI development or moving outside the EU. This is just one of the key findings of the report. Download the publication to find out more.

Discover the top 100 technology companies that are building the digital economy in the CEE region. This is the most comprehensive and transparent study published annually by the foundation. The goal of the ranking is to integrate and promote the CEE region, highlight best practices for scaling business and inspire entrepreneurs to build digital companies. In the latest edition of the ranking, 37 digital champions are making their debut in the CEE region, with a total capitalisation of more than USD 75 billion.

From the guide, you will learn, among other things, what structured invoices are and what benefits they offer, what the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) is and from when electronic invoicing will become mandatory, and how best to prepare for the changes using the tools available.

A set of working recommendations developed at the end of October 2022, which aim to a) dynamically develop digital Poland, b) stimulate public debate on digitalisation, innovation, new technologies and their role in the modern economy and society, c) develop a platform across divisions for cooperation in the broadly defined digital economy and related sectors (e.g. electricity), d) promote technology and show the full market environment ('ecosystem') so that politicians look at the issue comprehensively and realise the role and scale of digitalisation

Are you a senior and don't know how to use the internet? Would you like to start a digital education but don't know where to start? It is never too late to learn! That is why the Digital Poland Foundation, with the help of experts, has developed the guide to the digital world "Modern Senior". The book overcomes the fear of new technologies and explains the principles of their operation in a simple way. We are committed to ensuring that age is not a barrier to following modernity. Be brave and #take your first step online with us! The 3rd edition of the Modern Senior publication has been enhanced with a chapter on misinformation.

From this report, you will find out, among other things, what knowledge Poles have about the SDGs and what strategic challenges Poland is facing, whether Poles know that new technologies and digitalisation can help solve them, and whether as a society we are ready to benefit from them.

In addition, you will find out what Poles know about ESG reporting and policies, whether there is a difference between a green product and a sustainable product, whether ESG influences consumer choices and employees' choice of employer, whether Poles are ready to use re-commerce services, whether ESG counts in investing and finally, how ESG strategy and reporting should look like through the eyes of Poles.

Find out how digitalisation and new technologies support the productivity of the economy and increase the well-being of society. Learn about Poland's strengths and weaknesses from the perspective of the country's digital development.

Do SMEs want to digitalise business during a pandemic or put off funding for better times? What blocks SME digitisation and what drives it? What advantages do SMEs believe digitisation offers? What are the biggest challenges associated with SME digitisation? These are just some of the questions you will find answers to in our publication. The report presents the result of SME research and contains more than twenty expert comments. Publication in Polish.

Over 80% of Poles have come across disinformation and fake news about Poland and the world. According to 84% of Poles, too much false information on the Internet divides society and affects democratic elections. Most susceptible to fake news are young people who trust social media, who are unable to distinguish for themselves what is true and what is false. Find out more about the state of disinformation in Poland from our representative survey.

Customer-centricity is a key element of the digital transformation, so it is from customer service that the digitisation in the company should start," Digital Academy members say in a survey conducted for the report. The report was prepared by the consulting company PwC Polska in cooperation with Digital Shapers and Digital Academy, and its sponsor is UPC Polska.

What is 5G technology and what opportunities does it offer for consumers and business? What is the state of its standardization and what are the main suppliers of 5G technology? What is the status of 5G network deployments worldwide and in Poland? What are the key actions of the EU in the development of 5G network security and how do the Member States approach it? For answers to these and other questions, please read the report!

The digital skills of employees are one of the main determinants of development for companies in a growing number of industries. Meanwhile, it turns out that most managers see a lack of specific competencies among the people working in their organisations. Find out how to address the skills gap of the digital age and get insights from digital leaders. This publication is based on a survey conducted on the Digital Shapers community and CIONET. Learn from the best.

Learn about the state of development of the Warsaw IT sector. The report presents the characteristics of the sector, human capital, innovation ecosystem and leading market players. It also presents a number of recommendations and arguments for the development of IT in Warsaw.

Explore the Polish digital and high-tech sector. This is the most comprehensive study on the Polish market, created together with more than 25 organizations and nearly 60 experts. Thanks to the publication you will have a better understanding of Poland in terms of R&D, science, human capital, startups, PE/VC investments, real estate, taxes and legal aspects. Additionally, over 15 sectors such as AI, esport, edtech, electromobility, gamedev, fintech, insurtech, lendtech, quantum computers, semiconductors or ICT are presented.

Meet the 100 biggest tech companies that are building the digital economy in CEE region. This is the most comprehensive and transparent study to date. The goal of this annual ranking is to integrate and promote the CEE region, showcase best practices for scaling business and inspire entrepreneurs. The total capitalisation of the presented companies amounts to over USD 130 billion!

In this guide, we explain what is e-commerce, discuss online platforms for trading on the Internet, tell you how to set up a store or what to look for when choosing an online payment operator. E-commerce is also about logistics, hence we have devoted an entire chapter to this issue, introducing concepts such as dropshipping. A good store also needs advertising, so readers will find here information on marketing activities and communication with customers. 

Paperless 2021 is the most comprehensive report on the attitudes of working Poles towards paperless solutions. It contains an analysis of a representative survey of the Polish society and a number of expert commentaries. It also dispels myths and presents facts about modern digital services.

What strategic challenges does Poland face? Do Poles know that technology can help? How do we assess the level of our digital skills? Do Poles know how and where to acquire them? How many of us would decide to retrain? These and other questions are answered by the latest report of Digital Poland Foundation, "Technology in the service of society. Will Poles become society 5.0?". The report was prepared in cooperation with GfK Polonia, Polpharma and Microsoft.

This is the 2nd edition of the guide. In the updated guide, we show that seniors are able to enter the digital world with us. Compared to the previous edition, we added a whole new section on mobile banking and updated all the content. In the guide itself, you'll find tips on how to use email to communicate with loved ones and learn about popular websites and apps. Seniors can also could count on our support in taking their first steps in the virtual community. We advise how not to fall prey to online scammers.

The most comprehensive report on the subscription services market in Poland. It contains an analysis of a representative survey of the Polish society and a number of expert commentaries.

State of Polish AI 2021 is the latest version of the highly acclaimed Map of Polish AI 2019 and the most comprehensive publication on the Polish AI ecosystem. We decided to update the report and conduct a comprehensive survey to provide the latest pulse of the Polish AI ecosystem. In our publication, we present Polish companies that are developing advanced products and services using AI tools, the challenges facing AI companies, human capital, the R&D ecosystem, and the condition of the science sector. The report also includes insights from the leading industry experts, disruptive trends that shape the market and key AI policy recommendations. We believe that State of Polish AI 2021 will enhance dialogue and boost the development and use of the Polish technological sector's great potential. Download the report and learn everything about the State of the Polish AI market!

What are the trends in building New Radio (5G) telecommunications networks? What are the effective network sharing models? What is the global track record of building national wholesale mobile networks? What are the programs to support nationwide mobile network coverage? What are the best models for supporting networks in white spaces and sparsely populated areas? Review of solutions and implementations for critical communication networks and public institutions, including summary of the current situation in Poland in this area. All this can be found in the Foundation's latest report. Together for 5G!

The second edition of the cross-sectional report on the Polish and global condition of the Mobility as a Service 2020 market. The report includes a comprehensive analysis of available solutions, as well as a consumer survey exploring the attitude of Poles to MaaS before the epidemic, during the lockdown and the future. The report sums up an analysis of the financial aspects across MaaS services.

The Digital Poland Foundation's report, prepared in cooperation with Accenture and Microsoft, presents the labor market of AI professionals in Poland compared to other European countries based on data from the LinkedIn portal.

The Polish startup market is not business oriented. What is the reason for this and not another condition of the Polish startup market? What affects the short duration of cooperation? What can we improve to change the current condition of the startup market?

Who are the Dihital Heroes? They are extremely determined people who, despite adversities and disabilities, try to regain a normal life using digital technologies. Download the report and see how specific companies help people with disabilities.

What is an e-invoice and how does it differ from PDF? What regulations govern invoicing and how to use digital data in business? How does e-invoicing look like in other countries and in Poland? This is a guide with practical implementations of e-invoices in the company. Experts show how to go through the whole process from an idea to everyday business practice.

What are the strategic challenges facing Poland? Do Poles know that technology can help? How do Poles perceive technology? How many of us would decide to use the COVID-19 vaccine, undergo the operation performed by the robot, and how many would get into an autonomous bus without a driver? Are we as a society ready for the digital revolution? These and other questions are answered by the latest report of the Digital Poland Foundation, which was created in cooperation with IQS and under the patronage of Polpharma. Read the extensive comments of experts.

In the guide we show all seniors that they are able to enter the digital world with us. You will find here tips on how to use e-mail to communicate with your loved ones and you will learn about popular websites and applications. The guide is also the best advice on how to use smartphones. Seniors can also count on support in taking their first steps in the virtual community. We advise how not to fall prey to online fraudsters. You will also learn how to easily avoid dangerous situations and navigate safely in the digital space. There is also educational content, from which you will learn how to do everyday things online without leaving home, watch your favorite movies or read newspapers. We will tell you how to pay online and by phone. We also dispel myths related to the alleged bad influence of mobile networks on our health. With us you don't have to be afraid of telecommunication masts anymore.

What is big data and what are the benefits for companies and institutions of using it? Where to start the implementation from? What are the most popular challenges related to big data? How to use data effectively in a company? How popular is big data in Poland compared to Europe? These and other questions are answered in the Foundation's new report. We invite you to read it!

Map of Polish Science in the field of AI prepared together with OPI PIB

How do Poles perceive technology? How many of us would decide to undergo surgery performed by a robot, and how many would get into an autonomous bus? As a society, are we ready for the digital revolution? These and other questions are answered by the latest report of the Digital Poland Foundation, which was created in cooperation with PwC, IQS and Polpharma.

A quick guide which explains why your company should invest and develop AI in Poland. Poland is a perfect spot because as it offers a highly-skilled workforce, a vibrant AI and tech ecosystem with tax benefits. It is for that reason that tech heavyweights have already invested here. It is also the reason why you should do so too.

National Chamber of Commerce of Electronic Industry and Telecommunications, together with Digital Poland Foundation, published the report A short story of Society 5.0, meaning: how to live and function in the economy of 4.0 and 5G networks”  regarding challenges facing Poland, which wants to takes benefits from the future economy and the 5G network. The report presents the benefits that Poland's implementation of industry 4.0 can bring to the country by initiating the development of a modern society 5.0, based on fast and reliable 5G communication.

Subscription economy is one of the key trends shaping the future of digital industries. Subscription-based commerce conquers ever broader areas of business, gradually becoming the new normal. The brand new edition of "Subskrypcje PL" - the very first  comprehensive report on subscription economy in Poland - presents the state of this economic trend for 2019 combined with insightful forecasts provided by experts from Visa, Straal, UPC, player.pl and MCI Capital.

IoT from the perspective of the development priorities of the Polish economy. It presents the identified barriers and proposals for removing them so that this potential can be realized.

This is the second edition of the report, which aims to present the current state of Artificial Intelligence technology in Poland and Europe. Our reports presents the most interesting applications and solutions of artificial intelligence developed in Poland based on Microsoft solutions. In addition, we also present the current state of legislative work in Poland and in the European Union.

Report summarizing the second meeting in the framework of the Digital Sustainability Forum project.

Report summarizing the first meeting in the framework of the Digital Sustainability Forum project. DSF is a joint initiative of the Centrum Cyfrowe Foundation, the Digital Poland Foundation and Microsoft. Our goal is to develop recommendations for decision-makers, who are responsible for building strategies, policies and finally to regulate new technologies.

Study of challenges for Poland in the perspective of 2030.

Poland’s economic success up until now was not based on innovation and high technology companies. How should we act, in order to change that? A unique study created based on a number of extensive interviews with Polish top executives, specialized in the area of digitalization of the economy. Additionally, an in-depth analysis of 50 companies and their digital development path.

A report by MCI Capital, Deloitte and SpotData - Analytical Centre.

Everything you need to know about trends in Business 4.0, Life Science and FinTech. The report also included the most interesting articles on this new technology, published in various Business Insider editions around the world.

The map of Polish AI is the most comprehensive undertaking on the Polish market for and about the artificial intelligence industry. It contains information on practically all companies operating in Poland which offer services in the field of modern technologies. We believe that map will be a necessary help for both domestic and international investors looking for interesting projects in Poland. The study is the first and, so far, the only one that widely and painstakingly presents national companies using AI. We hope that this document will encourage you to discuss and speed up the progress on the Polish AI strategy.

W obliczu ewoluującego sektora usług związanych z transportem, polski rynek nie pozostaje bierny. Zarówno zagraniczni giganci branży, jak i lokalni gracze aktywnie wprowadzają do Polski nowe rozwiązania z kategorii Mobility-as-a-Service. Wraz z ich rozwojem, usługi te stają się dla Polaków coraz bardziej atrakcyjną alternatywą i uzupełnieniem tradycyjnego transportu. Chcąc wyjaśnić mechanizmy działania, rosnącą popularność i różnorodność sektora Mobility-as-a-Service, a także korzyści jakie współdzielony transport niesie dla konsumentów i biznesu, przygotowaliśmy kompleksowy raport zatytułowany „Mobility-as-a-Service PL”.

The opinion that artificial intelligence completely changes the world is becoming more and more popular. Yes it's true. We are standing at the threshold of a revolution that will change our civilization. This technology brings enormous possibilities, but also threats. Therefore in the Digital Poland Foundation together with a group of independent experts, we decided to analyze the actions that world powers are undertaking in this area. We present you with the report: "Review of the Strategy for the Development of Artificial Intelligence in the World."

The smartphone among children and teenagers is just as popular as a school backpack, but the schools do not know how to approach new technologies - to ban or use to learn.