The Quiet Leviathans
There is an unhurried confidence to OceanSky Cruises’ proposition that feels distinctly Nordic: take a technology once written into history books, pare it back to first principles, and design...
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The Nordics Apply Innovation to Public Health & Care Policies
“Innovation” is an interesting word that is derived from the Latin verb innovare, which means: to renew, to restore, or to make new again. Thus the original meaning was...
Denmark Bets Big on Obesity Medicine as Novo Nordisk Launches Oral Wegovy® in the U.S.
Denmark has just reshaped the global obesity‑treatment landscape again. On January 5, Novo Nordisk announced the broad U.S. availability of the Wegovy® oral pill, the first and only oral GLP‑1...
Europe’s Innovation Imperative in an Era of U.S. Neo‑Royalism
By Editor in Chief, Nicholas Anderson The second Trump administration has accelerated a structural shift in the global innovation landscape—one that Europe, and especially the Nordic region, must...
Rethinking Development – Why Language and Consumption Matter
In a recent paper published in Global Public Health, Chisom Udeze and Dr. Frode Eick challenge the very foundations of how we understand global development. Their argument is bold yet timely:...
Embedding Green Software Principles into Corporate Codes of Conduct – A Practical Framework for Sustainable IT
Digitalization drives innovation but also accelerates environmental impact. Data centres, networks, and end-user devices collectively consume vast amounts of energy, surpassing even aviation...
Translating Across Realities
Mattia Thibault and the Future of Mediated Worlds The evolution of digital technologies has blurred the boundaries between physical and virtual spaces, creating what scholars increasingly describe...
Power as Sanctified Conformity
Pertti Alasuutari’s Institutional Lens on Parliaments, Rituals, and Epistemic Governance Editor's note: Pertti Alasuutari is a Finnish sociologist and Professor Emeritus at Tampere...
Nordic Innovations in October to mid-November 2025
🇫🇮 Finland – Nanoform Finland Plc:The Helsinki-based nanoparticle medicine company announced a partnership with Revio Therapeutics on a nano-formulated hydrogel drug (GLIORA)...
Norway’s SINTEF on Autonomous Small AI Models
A new Norwegian research centre led by SINTEF and NTNU is shifting the focus of artificial intelligence from large language models like ChatGPT to small, specialized systems capable of...
Detecting Bladder Cancer from Norway
Photocure ASA, based in Oslo, describes itself as “The Bladder Cancer Company”. Its core commercial offering centres around the use of its fluorescent imaging agent – marketed as Hexvix®...
Chalmers Ventures Accelerates Sweden’s Deep Tech Momentum
Chalmers Ventures, Gothenburg’s powerhouse for early-stage innovation, has opened the 2025 autumn season with a series of high-impact achievements across quantum technology, sustainable energy,...
Medical Robots form the Nordics are Marching into the Clinic and Hospitals
As summer approaches readers will know that the Nordics go off to enjoy sunshine, forests, sea, mountains, and lakes. The annual trek has already started - brains and bodies will be rested because...
Do traditional communication channels achieve international visibility for Nordic companies?
All Innovative Nordic companies and scientific bodies want and need international visibility – exports are essential but getting the innovations out into the markets is increasingly challenging....
Revisiting COVID‑19 – Have Lessons from Nordics Been Learnt?
During the COVID‑19 pandemic, Nordic countries exhibited relatively low mortality despite divergent policies. Denmark, Finland, and Norway recorded minimal excess deaths compared to reference...
America’s Democratic Drift: Why the Nordics Should Be Concerned
By Nicholas Anderson, Editor-in-Chief, forumNordic In an increasingly interconnected world, the stability of the United States—economically, politically, and morally—has long served as a...
Quantum Computing Employment in the Nordic Countries (2025 Overview)
As of 2025, the Nordic countries have made steady progress in developing quantum computing capabilities. While Finland leads the charge with a mature ecosystem, other countries like Sweden, Denmark,...
Revolutionizing Hydrogen Fuel Cells: SINTEF’s Ultra-Thin Membrane Innovation
Hydrogen fuel cells are lauded for their efficiency and zero-emission output, emitting only water vapor. However, their widespread adoption has been hindered by high costs and environmental...
Harnessing Lignin for Sustainable Sunscreen Solutions
In the quest for eco-friendly alternatives to conventional sunscreens, lignin—a natural polymer found abundantly in plants—has emerged as a promising candidate. Traditionally considered a...
Breakthroughs from Nordic Research Bodies: A Review of Nine Key Scientific Advances
In the latest edition of forumNordic News, nine press releases highlight groundbreaking scientific achievements from Nordic institutions including SINTEF, VTT, Aalto, DTU, Chalmers, and KTH....
CyberCoach and the M&S Cyberattack: A Missed Opportunity
The recent cyberattack on Marks & Spencer plc (M&S), attributed to the hacking group Scattered Spider, highlights the critical need for comprehensive and psychologically smart cybersecurity...
Kasvu Group – A Source of Innovation: Finnish CEOs Tackle the Growth Challenge of Small Companies
Finland has long been known for its innovation, education, and technological expertise. Yet despite these strengths, the country faces a persistent economic challenge: a vast number of small...
A Night at the Opera—With an Innovative Twist: “Transsi” at the Finnish National Opera
The grand halls of the Finnish National Opera and Ballet in Helsinki are typically associated with elegance, tradition, and a kind of quiet reverence for the arts. But one recent evening, the venue...
Summary of ‘Is This the Year We Doom Civilization?’ by Paul Krugman
Readers who follow forumNordic will know that we, the Nordics, hold dear many important human values and virtues that appear to be lost to the current American leaders. There are however clear and...
A Grip on the Future: How Universal Robots, Piab AB, and Joulin Are Transforming Smart Automation
In an era where flexibility and precision define the manufacturing floor, a powerful European-American alliance is taking robotic automation to the next level. Danish cobot pioneer Universal...
European and Nordic Alternatives to US Cybersecurity Applications
With rising concerns over data privacy, surveillance, and digital sovereignty, European and Nordic cybersecurity firms offer robust, privacy-compliant alternatives to major U.S. providers. These...
European Alternatives to Major US Tech Platforms
It is time for Europeans to act about finding our alternatives to social media and digital technology now that it is becoming clear that the US media and tech giants are using their dominance to...
Steady Energy Achieves Major Commercial and Funding Milestones in Decarbonizing District Heating
Exactly one year ago forumNordic published a groundbreaking story about a the early startup days of Steady Energy’s innovations for a small nuclear plant for district heating – this is the...
Kalevala Koru: Great Nordic Innovation from a Legacy of Culture, Craftsmanship, and Community
It all started with the Kalevala Women’s Association, one of the guardians of the Finnish heritage, a great example of how Nordic women are fully integrated into society and business. They were...
Oslo, Like Stockholm, Pushes Green Innovations Hard!
Like the Swedes and other Nordic neighbours, Norwegian cities have implemented sustainable solutions that not only positively impact the environment but also enhance the quality of life...
A Big Area of Stockholm is Ready with Many Fantastic Innovations for People to Enjoy Clean & Sustainable Living – It is a Jewel!
It is not new but Hammarby Sjöstadis a beautiful suburb of Stockholm that has emerged as a great innovative model for sustainable urban development, integrating innovative digital...
Gen AI in Cities – Four Nordic Capitals in Top-10
Cities globally are increasingly adopting generative AI to enhance urban management and citizen services. This technology offers a wide range of applications, from improving traffic flow to...
Not All Innovations Are Good if Misused
Smart phones in all their present guises have been an important innovation because they can connect us with so many things that we need each day like learning, banking, news, healthcare, shopping,...
One Innovative Source of Danish Happiness
People often wonder why the Nordics are happy and come up with all sorts of funny explanations. Well, here is one actual reason why Denmark is a lot more happier than many other places and it is...
The Nordic Model
The Nordic model stands as a unique and prominent socio-economic structure that has put the Nordic countries - Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden - on the map for their innovative and...
Norway’s Remarkable Investment Landscape
Norway, a nation known for its stunning fjords, vibrant culture, and progressive policies, also boasts an impressive investment landscape. Let's look into the key programs and initiatives that...
Strong Nordic Ratings
Fitch Ratings, like the other main rating agencies S&P and Moody’s all give the same ratings to the four Nordic countries – here is a snapshot from Fitch Ratings:...
Finland Glows Bright
Embracing Innovation and Sustainability In the heart of the Nordic region, Finland stands as a beacon of progress, continuously pushing boundaries and embracing innovation in all spheres of life. As...
Danes Present Innovative Solution for Farm Emission Taxes
An expert group commissioned by the Danish government and Parliament have presented a report with three proposals on how greenhouse emissions from Denmark’s agricultural production can be...