As a idea factory, incubator and investor, Askeladden & Co identifies opportunities, develop concepts and scale up companies. Our sweet-spot is in traditional industries that - until now - have seen limited consolidation, limited innovation, too high prices and a customer journey that has been standing still since the 90s.   Our investments and startup journeys so far:  Cutters | Adams Matkasse | Freska | Lotel | Lorry Restaurant | Wellbee

We are serious about what impact games can have on learning and change. We see games as a powerful language that can shape the world. It has many dialects and with 15+ years of experience, we master them all.When we make games, we pick the right mechanics from a big tool box – such as competition, storytelling, achievements, curiosity, collaboration – to achieve the right impact.

Randi.ai offers an online service where filmmakers and other digital content creators can easily transcribe their video and audio automatically using AI. With a built-in video editor in the browser you can also edit the subtitles in real-time and download each transcript with the captions burnt into the video.

Veylo is a startup offering an AI-driven platform designed to simplify business data management, turning complex data into clear, actionable insights. The platform aims to help businesses predict trends, comply with EU environmental regulations, and enhance operational efficiency. Veylo's solution addresses the problem of data complexity and supports sustainable business practices by helping companies reduce their carbon footprint. This makes Veylo particularly appealing to environmentally-conscious businesses looking to optimize their e-commerce operations without sacrificing their green values.

NHTA is a Global Market Access consultancy specialized in evidence generation, health economics, market access, and communication. Our mission is to elevate the bar for market access and health economics. We want to deliver the optimal solution – nothing less. It is not always easy to practice what you preach, but we try to. To meet the future standards of market access we have chosen to let our work be guided by values instead of profit margins. To deliver the optimal solution our recipe is simple: – We push the envelope for innovation by being industry experts in market access and health economics. – We listen to our client’s needs. – We focus on the objective. – We provide honest and realistic feedback and welcome the same. – We deliver on time. We embrace a close partnership with our clients and strive to find optimal solutions to every challenge. We believe in having open dialogues and provide our clients with honest feedback and welcome the same.

Anilyze is a stealth-mode startup leading the transition to secure animal health data management for all stakeholders in the industry. We use proprietary hardware and software to improve traceability and accountability, bringing humans and animals closer together. All while driving advancements in both animal welfare and public health.

Aida Social is at the forefront of revolutionising social media marketing for small to medium-sized businesses. In a digital ecosystem that often favours the biggest players, our mission is to democratise the digital marketing space by offering an AI-powered Social Media Manager designed to automate and optimise social marketing efforts effortlessly. Recognised for creating the world's simplest tool, Aida Social is tailor-made for busy SMEs who strive to maintain a compelling social presence without the need for extensive resources or a deep skillset. We understand that being consistently active on social media platforms is no longer just an option but a necessity for building brand awareness and forging strong customer connections. However, the challenge of time, resources, and expertise disproportionately affects smaller businesses, leaving them at a disadvantage in a highly competitive market. Aida Social addresses this gap by providing a cost-effective, custom AI solution that not only automates content scheduling and management but also personalises the social media experience to reflect each brand's unique voice and mission. Our solution ensures that small businesses are not only remembered but celebrated in their communities and beyond, allowing them to compete effectively with larger entities in both B2C and B2B sectors. By entrusting their social media strategy to Aida Social, businesses can refocus their efforts on growth and innovation, knowing their online presence is continuously nurtured and optimised for success. We are committed to giving every small business the advantage it needs to market itself effectively in an unfair world, making the digital marketing arena a level playing field for all.

MyData Global is a non-profit organization that aims to empower individuals by improving their right to self-determination regarding their personal data. The human-centric paradigm strives for a fair, sustainable, and prosperous digital society, where the sharing of personal data is based on trust and a balanced and fair relationship between individuals and organisations.

BioLib is integrating artificial intelligence with the world of biological data science. Our mission is monumental: to harness the power of machine learning and innovative technologies to revolutionize scientific discovery and drug development. By developing a state-of-the-art cloud platform and proprietary database technologies, we enable the most efficient use of biological data, setting the stage for new advancements in medicine. BioLib was created when our founders experienced first hand how archaic and fragmented the landscape of biological data analysis was, since then we have worked in collaboration with world class researchers to build a platform that can fully realize the potential of the new biological data boom.

Lobyco, launched by Coop Denmark, is a global software company revolutionizing customer loyalty programs. With a 150-strong global team, we offer a white-label solution for retailers, boosting consumer loyalty and driving store traffic. Our aim is to simplify and enhance everyday lives by making product planning and purchasing more enjoyable. As a SaaS company, we serve clients across three continents, empowering retailers with digital loyalty solutions for increased engagement and traffic. Join us in redefining the future of customer loyalty programs.

At SkinChange.AI we have a mission to make a difference for patients and medical practitioners within skin diseases. We work with both web and smartphone technology, incorporating AR and AI technology. We focus on creating an environment with an informal culture and focus on independent execution, thus we offer possibility for remote work and our office is located at AI-Innovation House, Vejle, Denmark.

Kóot is a sports, community-driven start-up with one mission: Empowering people to unleash their full potential. We strongly believe we can support people on their journey to become their best themselves by providing high-end products and services. Everything started one day when we were discussing how sportswear often is either fashionable or comfortable, and we decided to merge these two aspects into one. Sportswear is also a fashion industry, so why not go elegant? We believe that self-confidence and comfort are key in people's motivation and thus performance. People deserve products designed to perform, and because we believe in people, we believe you deserve Kóot.

We are in indie game developer based out of Oslo, Norway. We have to date launched five games for PC, Switch and mobile platforms. At the moment we develop "Life Below", a creative strategy city-builder where you build and manage ocean ecosystems. So a reef builder! In addition to our own IP, we develop games and gamification projects for society. We call ourselves an impact game developer as many of our projects are focused on positive change to society. Right now we develop a game for all kids going into hospital, a history game to spice up history learning in schools, a city cleaning game using the mascot of Oslo, a climate game and an awareness game tackling difficult issues in relation to sex and identify. Many of our impact projects are successes, and are widely used. Our aim is to make society better, one game at the time.

Perlo is spearheading the AI for Project Management revolution! Project managers in property development use Perlo to easily capture and track their project tasks while our risk prediction assistant helps them to actively prevent cost overruns so easily encountered in the world of building. With our personal industry background and the market's lack of any fitting digital project management solution for our industry, we were able to create a solution finally fitting for property developers - the people in charge of ensuring that our world develops.

The complexity of data management often overshadows the potential for innovation and insights. This is why we created Wayfare: to simplify the path from data to insights. Our mission is to remove the technical hurdles, making data easily accessible and manageable for enterprises. Wayfare is an early-stage startup founded in 2022 in Copenhagen, Denmark based on a desire to bring back the joy in data work, enabling teams to focus on what's important — unlocking the value within their data. By making data processes simpler and more secure, Wayfare aims to foster innovation and growth, helping businesses tap into their data's full potential with ease. Our private office is located within the Lydens Hus building in central Vesterbro near the lakes, and we have a strong and close collaboration within our team of 9 people working on-site. As a company, follow a set of principles closely in our day-to-day work, including our model of a 30-hour work week which allows us to work hard towards our goals, but in an intentional manner which also makes space for other things in life beyond your day job.