The voting process for the Uuden musiikin kilpailu (UMK), which determines the winner of Finland's new music competition, was marred by technical issues as reported by viewers online. The voting ended on Saturday evening around 10:45 PM, and participants were only able to cast their votes once using the Yle application. However, numerous viewers expressed their frustrations in the Yle Areena chat, pointing out that they were unable to find the voting feature within the app, even when logged in.

Many commenters reported not being able to vote at all, with one user asking if others faced the same problem. Complaints included the lack of response options available for giving feedback regarding voting issues, despite users thoroughly checking the app's pages. Technical difficulties weren't limited to voting alone; viewers noted issues with the overall broadcast quality of the UMK competition, stating that the show was constantly buffering or lagging, suggesting that the technical team struggled to fix the problems during the live event.

This competition, which showcases new music from various Finnish artists, often garners significant public interest, and the apparent technical failures during such a crucial voting phase could impact audience engagement and satisfaction. The UMK attracts diverse viewers eager to support their favorite contestants, and ensuring a smooth voting process is essential for maintaining public trust and participation in the event.