Dr Ramūnas Šablinskas
Ramūnas Šablinskas is an IT solution architect, working as a technical product manager at CC Learning UAB (CustomsClear). Mr. Šablinskas has an extensive experience in digital identity and electronic signature frameworks, which had been introduced in various EU countries (including Lithuania) since 2004. He was a solution architect for Mobile Identity solution implemented by the mobile telecommunications operators in Lithuania and he helped to build the digital identity frameworks in Estonia, Norway and Finland.
Ph. D. in Mathematics and Computer Science, Kaunas Vytautas Magnus University and Vilnius Institute of Mathematics and Informatics. Research: „Investigation of parallel algorithms for distributed memory parallel computers“. Master of Computer Science, Kaunas Vytautas Magnus University. Master‘s thesis: „Tools for Artificial Intelligence: neural network optimization aspects“.
Content by Ramūnas Šablinskas
The promise and perils of AI in customs and trade automation
We invite you to watch the recording of the webinar held in October 2025, where we: reviewed how AI (artificial intelligence) solutions are being developed. presented both the existing and upcoming AI tools available on the CustomsClear platform. This webinar was designed to foster understanding and trust in using AI...
How can you train an artificial intelligence system to do what you need?
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...
Exploring AI and its uses in customs practice
In this recording, Dr. Ramunas Sablinskas, IT solution architect at CustomsClear explains the functioning of AI, the use of it in automating routine tasks and how expert knowledge can be captured in digital knowledge libraries. These libraries ensure high-precision responses and serve as a reliable foundation for AI-driven decision support....
Can the EU strike a balance between worker protection, innovation and global AI competitiveness?
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...
Discussion of the most important AI risks
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.
AI & Customs Series. Episode 1: conversational AI assistant Matas
Welcome to the CustomsClear Series on AI & Customs.CustomsClear is developing Picoco, the AI-based engine behind Personal Customs & Regulations Knowledge Assistants. It is revolutionising the way we interact with customs regulations and international trade legislation. Picoco takes your 'chatbot' to the next level by empowering it to understand your...
The latest AI-related regulatory developments in the EU and implications for customs
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...
e-Certificate of Origin: the failing vision of efficiency and a possible solution
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...
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Discussion of the most important AI risks
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