Estonia plans digital identities for AI agents

The Register reported that Estonia plans to allow AI agents to receive their own digital identity codes, backed by the Eesti.ai advisory board. The proposal is meant to let agents perform digital tasks for people while making it clear who they represent, what authority they have, and who is responsible for their actions. Prime Minister Kristen Michal said AI will increasingly compile reports, prepare declarations, and interact with information systems, making permissions and accountability necessary as agentic systems become more common.

Key details: Published June 18, 2026 at 00:12 UTC, The initiative is backed by Estonia's Eesti.ai advisory board, The plan would give AI agents digital identity codes, Estonia says the goal is verified delegation, rights limits, and accountability.

Why it matters: Agent identity is becoming a policy and infrastructure problem; Estonia is treating delegation and accountability as first-class requirements rather than afterthoughts.