
Ramūnas Šablinskas has worked with artificial neural networks since 1995, when his master's thesis examined their optimisation. The same networks are the basis of today's large language models. His experience also covers digital identity and electronic signature frameworks, on which he has worked since 2004: he was solution architect for the mobile identity solution introduced by the Lithuanian mobile network operators, and he helped to build the digital identity frameworks of Estonia, Norway and Finland. He holds a PhD in mathematics and computer science from Vytautas Magnus University and the Institute of Mathematics and Informatics, with a thesis on parallel algorithms for distributed memory computers.

Editor's note: Continuing the theme of the previous article (see 'Discussion of the most important AI risks'), the author looks at how the EU is trying to reconcile worker protection, innovation and global AI competitiveness while taking full account of citizens' concerns. The author discusses a recent opinion of the...

This article aims to explain how artificial intelligence (AI) systems are trained, how they differ from traditional programmes, and - most importantly for your daily work - when they can be trusted and what to expect from them in the future. We recognise the need for, and importance of, this...

AI tools already classify goods, read documents, check supply chains and select consignments for control. On 14 September 2026 the World Trade Organization (WTO) presented a new database of case studies that shows how far this has gone. On 19 September 2026 the new Union Customs Code was published as...

This webinar recording introduces the CustomsClear AI ecosystem and explains, in plain terms, why and how its picoco AI tools can be trusted for customs and trade compliance work - in contrast to general-purpose chatbots such as ChatGPT. Topics covered: The CustomsClear knowledge platform: articles, journal, videos, courses and forum...

In this recording, Dr Ramūnas Šablinskas, IT solution architect and technical product manager at CC Learning UAB (CustomsClear), explains how artificial intelligence (AI) works and how it can be used to automate routine customs tasks, giving customs and trade compliance professionals a practical grounding for evaluating AI tools in their...

The EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act was created to manage the most important risks associated with the development and adaptation of this technology. Let’s take a look at the most discussed risks associated with AI, as identified by various internet commentators, experts and members of the public.

In this opening instalment of CustomsClear's "AI & Customs Series", Enrika Naujokė (Director, CustomsClear) introduces Ramūnas Šablinskas, senior scientific researcher at CustomsClear, to present Matas, CustomsClear's conversational artificial intelligence (AI) assistant for customs and international trade professionals. Topics covered: The launch of Matas on the Lithuanian customs website, answering questions...

Developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) are the latest buzzword. However, the majority of people do not understand the technology behind it as well as its potential implications for our lives and, more specifically, the field of customs and border management. In this article, we will give a...

The World Customs Organization has published a comprehensive study on the digitalisation of the Certificate of Origin (CO). This article provides a short summary of the existing CO issues and suggests some solutions that could help achieve the long-term digitalisation goals - such as the framework for trusted digital signatures...
Editor's note: Continuing the theme of the previous article (see 'Discussion of the most important AI risks'), the author looks at how the EU is trying to reconcile worker protection, innovation and global AI competitiveness while taking full account of citizens' concerns. The author discusses a recent opinion of the...
This article aims to explain how artificial intelligence (AI) systems are trained, how they differ from traditional programmes, and - most importantly for your daily work - when they can be trusted and what to expect from them in the future. We recognise the need for, and importance of, this...
AI tools already classify goods, read documents, check supply chains and select consignments for control. On 14 September 2026 the World Trade Organization (WTO) presented a new database of case studies that shows how far this has gone. On 19 September 2026 the new Union Customs Code was published as...