1) VTT appoints Research Professor for AI & LLMs• Arash Hajikhani named Research Professor of AI & LLMs (from 1 Sep).• Focus: trustworthy, applied AI across industries.• Signals...
🇸🇪 Sweden SWE-1. Saab to lead NATO Allied Underwater Battlespace Mission Network (AUWB‑MN).Interoperability for maritime uncrewed and conventional platforms.Project formally...
forumNordic is Back with a Stronger, Sharper, & More Focused on Global Impact forumNordic.com has relaunched in a streamlined, powerful format designed for one purpose: to give Nordic...
CaSE: Hypermine: aiming to maximise mineral recovery & minimise environmental impact Hypermine, a spinout of VTT, has announced the successful closure of its seed funding round. With demand for...
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...
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....
Skanska’s joint venture with Traylor Bros. has delivered a testament to engineering excellence and innovation since breaking ground on the Portal North Bridge in August 2022. Spanning...
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...
Saab, the Swedish defence and security leader, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) to develop an innovative Unmanned Airborne Early...
Far beneath Iceland’s rugged surface lies an energy source that could transform the global green transition: geothermal heat. Researchers in Iceland and Norway are now racing to multiply the power...
Sweden’s thriving innovation ecosystem is powered in part by its robust network of institutional investors. Among them, Industrifonden and KTH Holding stand out—both active...
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Novatron Fusion Group (NFG) is a deep-tech energy startup at the forefront of the global race to develop viable fusion energy. The...
NitroCapt, a Swedish climate-tech startup founded in 2016 by physicist and farmer Gustaf Forsberg alongside chemist Peter Baeling, is on a mission to decarbonize the nitrogen fertilizer industry....
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...
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,...
Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Sensofusion is a small but leading developer of advanced anti-drone systems, specializing in radio frequency (RF) detection and countermeasure...
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...
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...
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....
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...
In the rapidly evolving landscape of legal technology, Legora has emerged as a frontrunner, transforming the way legal professionals approach their work. Founded in Stockholm, Sweden, Legora is an...
While SINTEF's kelp-based lab-grown meat project gains attention, other Nordic entities are actively exploring diverse avenues within the alternative protein sector. This commitment stems from a...
Modern communication systems are constantly evolving to meet the growing demands for faster data transmission speeds. A promising advancement in this field is the development of chip-scale...
Chlamydia trachomatis is the world’s most prevalent bacterial sexually transmitted infection, with over 130 million new cases reported globally each year. Despite this staggering figure, current...
A groundbreaking advancement in medical science is unfolding through the development of a 3D printer designed to operate inside the human body. This innovation, led by Professor Stina Simonsson and...
Nordic innovations shape the future of sustainability, health, digital technology, and energy—yet few outside our region ever hear about them. A comprehensive 2024 study by forumNordic revealed a...
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...
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...
The Nordic region has emerged as a vibrant and diversified player in robotics innovation, blending cutting-edge research with strong industrial heritage and a growing emphasis on sustainability....
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...
Europeans must act now to seek alternatives to U.S. tech giants, whose dominance increasingly harms society. Children are drawn into distracting apps, while personal data is exploited in intrusive...
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...
A Finnish startup named IXI is on the verge of transforming the eyewear industry with its cutting-edge innovation: glasses that automatically adjust focus to match the viewer’s gaze. Developed...
In November 2024, Summa Equity, through its portfolio company NG Group, acquired Fortum Oyj’s Recycling & Waste business for approximately €800 million. This strategic acquisition merges...
Introductiontion The sodium-ion battery market is rapidly evolving, with companies vying to develop innovative and sustainable energy storage solutions. This article compares two prominent players...
Donut Lab and Verge Motorcycles have developed electric vehicle innovations related to integrated wheel motor (IWM) technology. Their collaboration has produced solutions that are reshaping the...
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...
In the heart of Kenya's Kwale County, a remarkable story of innovation and compassion is unfolding. It's the story of Home Street Home (HSH) and the Kalevala Training Center (KTC), two entities...
In the age of AI, few companies are tackling one of the most tedious—but mission-critical—problems in modern business: the mess of unstructured data. Berlin-based Talonic is taking it head-on....
Rerun, a Stockholm-based startup, is building an innovative multimodal data stack tailored for Physical AI. The company aims to bridge the gap between AI and real-world applications by developing a...
