BuddyUp Social is a social discovery platform helping adults in Denmark—especially expats and newcomers—find meaningful connections through shared interests and real-life events. We’re solving the problem of adult social isolation by making it easy to create, join, and engage in hobby-based meetups, all through one intuitive app. Making friends as an adult can be surprisingly difficult. Whether you're a Dane moving to a new city or an expat starting fresh in Denmark, it’s common to feel socially disconnected. Many adults don’t know where to start when it comes to meeting new people outside of work, dating apps, or closed social circles. This problem is widespread and well-documented—especially in Denmark, where surveys consistently show that many internationals struggle with social integration, and even locals describe it as awkward to make new friends past a certain age. We’re tackling this head-on by making socializing more accessible, interest-based, and low-pressure. BuddyUp Social is designed to break down the barriers of adult friendship and create opportunities for spontaneous, real-world connection. Whether it’s joining a hike, hosting a board game night, attending a ceramics class, or finding a casual pub quiz crew, BuddyUp is all about connecting people who are "up for it"—with no pressure, no awkward messaging phase, and no algorithms getting in the way. Unlike traditional social platforms focused on digital interaction, BuddyUp is built around real-life meetups. Users can explore and join events happening near them, or create their own. Events can be public or invite-only, recurring or one-off, and are always centered around shared hobbies or interests. The app also welcomes collaborations with local businesses, allowing them to showcase open community events, bringing even more variety and accessibility to users. We’re launching in Denmark first—starting with Copenhagen and Aarhus—before expanding to similar cities across Europe. The idea behind BuddyUp was born from personal experience. As someone who returned to Denmark after years abroad, and with friends struggling to meet people after relocating, it became clear how socially challenging adulthood can be. We kept hearing the same story: “I’d love to meet new people, but I just don’t know how or where.” Instead of settling for outdated forums, clunky Facebook groups, or apps not designed for platonic connection, we decided to build a better solution ourselves. BuddyUp is more than an app—it’s a movement to make adult friendship and community-building normal, easy, and enjoyable again. We’re passionate about creating a product that helps people feel less alone and more empowered to take the first step toward new friendships. We believe that real-life connections are essential for personal happiness and social wellbeing—and we’re here to make those moments happen.

FUSE is a Danish startup on a mission to reinvent how we consume energy. We combine caffeine and essential vitamins in small, great-tasting powder sticks that can be easily mixed with water anytime, anywhere. The idea behind FUSE came from a real need. As students and young professionals, we constantly found ourselves relying on energy drinks to stay focused and keep going. But the products available were either filled with sugar, came in bulky cans, or simply didn’t feel like something we wanted to put into our bodies. We created FUSE to offer a clean, portable and transparent alternative to traditional energy products. Each stick fits in your pocket and delivers a refreshing, sugar-free boost when mixed with water. No fridge needed, no crash afterward, and no guessing what’s inside. Just clean energy, wherever you are. Our target group is made up of young, active individuals who need focus and energy throughout the day during studies, workouts, events or long shifts at work. We aim to remove the friction of staying energized in a busy everyday life by offering a product that is both practical and trustworthy. At its core, FUSE solves three main problems: traditional energy products are inconvenient to carry, often packed with sugar and additives, and not transparent about their ingredients. We solve this by being light, clean and clear. As we continue to grow, our goal is to build a community of ambitious people who want to perform at their best without compromising on health or convenience.

1KOMMA5° Denmark (formerly Viasol, one of the earliest and largest solar providers in Denmark) is a climate tech company revolutionizing how homeowners transition to green energy. We offer fully integrated solutions for solar panels, heat pumps, and energy storage, all connected via our proprietary energy management system, Heartbeat. We are solving the complexity and inefficiency in the green energy transition. Homeowners today face fragmented offerings, lack of transparency, and poor service when trying to make their homes climate neutral. 1KOMMA5° solves this by offering a seamless, one-stop-shop experience with smart tech, premium installation, and ongoing optimization—all under one roof. With deep market experience as Viasol and now part of the 1KOMMA5° group, our mission is to make every home in Denmark energy independent, affordable, and climate-friendly—contributing to a healthier planet and future-proof energy economy.

Gefjon Pharma ApS has developed a groundbreaking platform technology based on our unique hyper vesiculating outer membrane vesicle (OMV) technology. This combined with our unique extraction method enable high-yield cost-effective production of bio-industrials and therapeutics. ​ Our first product is a revolutionary broad-protective bacterial E. coli vaccine targeting poultry production. We have PoC for both the vaccine and an aerosol application method. ​ With E. coli being the single most important cause of mortality and infections in poultry, we will significantly reduce global consumption of antimicrobials, thereby minimizing the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), improve animal welfare, and reduce CO2 emissions and food waste, while increasing customer profits. ​ With our excellent customer relations and a strong demand for new vaccines, market entry barriers are low, and the potential is massive. ​ Vision: Saving lives through our platform technology, making cost-effective therapeutics available for everyone & everywhere​

Luminik is the event pipeline platform for B2B marketing and RevOps teams using Salesforce or HubSpot. When an attendee list, booth notes and follow-up live in separate tools, the event marketer has to piece together what happened and which opportunities came from the event. Luminik connects that work from event preparation through CRM attribution. Teams use Luminik to source attendee lists, enrich contact and company details through the vendors they already use, score attendees against their ideal customer profile, and prepare event-specific outreach. On the event floor, reps capture contacts and conversation notes. After the event, teams review follow-up and sourced and influenced pipeline using their CRM data. We are building Luminik for teams with pipeline targets for conferences and trade shows. Our focus is helping marketing and sales work from the same event context, with Salesforce or HubSpot remaining the system of record.

Unioo is building a digital compliance and board management platform to help financial institutions and voluntary associations handle complex regulatory reporting—simply, securely, and without friction. 1. What problem are we solving? Associations in Europe are required by law to submit complex KYC and AML documentation to their financial institutions. This process is often confusing, paper-based, and time-consuming—especially for small, volunteer-run associations. At the same time, banks are struggling to comply with increasingly strict regulations without overloading internal teams or alienating nonprofit customers. 2. How are we solving it? Unioo provides a secure, plug-and-play digital platform where associations can easily complete their mandatory bank reporting. At the same time, they gain access to a suite of free digital board tools—meeting management, task tracking, file sharing and more. Banks receive fully compliant data packages with no internal resource strain. Associations stay compliant while benefiting from better tools for managing their boards. 3. Why are we doing this? We started Unioo as volunteers ourselves. We saw how much time was wasted on outdated processes, and how legal changes (like AML) were turning volunteer work into a bureaucratic burden. Then we realized: we could help both associations and banks by offering one unified solution—tailored for the unique needs of volunteer boards and aligned with financial institutions' regulatory requirements. 4. Why join us? We’re a fast-growing Danish startup backed by strong investors, trusted by 25+ financial institutions, and used by thousands of associations. Our team is small but ambitious—and deeply motivated by the impact we make. If you’re excited about simplifying bureaucracy, building elegant solutions, and empowering civil society, we’d love to meet you.

CETO Innovation is developing a predictive maintenance solution for district heating networks, combining an in-pipe probe with data-driven failure predictions. Our technology enables early detection of pipeline issues, reducing downtime, maintenance costs, and energy waste while optimizing infrastructure management. We are addressing the challenges of aging district heating infrastructure, where reactive maintenance leads to inefficiencies and unexpected failures. By integrating real-time data analysis with in-pipe diagnostics, we aim to provide a smarter, more sustainable approach to pipeline management.

AILiveSim is a Helsinki-based company that offers a state-of-the-art simulation platform bringing together AI, robotics, and video game technology. We are active in several industries such as automotive, mining, maritime, robotics, and defense. With controlled simulations, AILiveSim accelerates the development cycle and provides a scalable solution for testing, training, and validating autonomous machines and Artificial Intelligence algorithms.

Innopipe is a corporate innovation platform designed to help corporations efficiently discover, evaluate, and manage tech companies and innovations. Developed under Catapult, Innopipe offers access to over 3 million tech company profiles, allowing users to search, sort, and assess potential partnerships, investments, or acquisitions. Through its AI-driven search capabilities, users can receive targeted recommendations and insights, simplifying the process of staying updated on market trends and emerging technologies​ The platform also provides an Innovation CRM system that centralises deal flow management, enabling teams to maintain clear communication and transparency across pipeline stages. Customisable pipeline stages, AI-powered company ratings, and real-time updates on financials and news keep stakeholders aligned and informed. Additionally, Innopipe’s features help users track tasks, share materials, and assign action steps, making it a comprehensive tool for managing corporate innovation processes

● Who we are DanSTAR is an ambitious student organization dedicated to exploring the frontier of rocket technology and the space industry. Founded and run by students from various academic backgrounds, we are united in our fascination with space exploration and rocket science. As Denmark's leading student-run rocketry organization, we push the boundaries for what can be expected from a student association. ● What we do WE BUILD ROCKETS! From conceptualization to launch, we collaborate on ambitious projects, designing, building, and launching bi-liquid fueled rockets. Whether it’s participating in international rocket-launch competitions, visiting space agencies, or hosting workshops and seminars, we are committed to sharing our passion for space exploration and inspiring the next generation of rocket scientists, engineers, and space industry leaders. ● How to get involved Whether you're interested in hands-on rocketry projects, management, finance, marketing or law, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved with DanSTAR. Visit our website at danstar.dk and follow us on social media to learn more about our projects, staying updated on upcoming activities and recruitment opportunities.

Leora Jewellery is a Copenhagen-based jewelry brand focused on delivering high-quality pieces directly to consumers. Unlike traditional jewelry companies that rely on physical stores and retailers, Leora Jewellery operates exclusively online, eliminating middlemen and reducing costs. This approach allows the brand to offer luxury jewelry at competitive prices, making exquisite designs accessible to more people. With a commitment to craftsmanship and affordability, Leora Jewellery stands out as a modern, customer-centered brand.

Prizbee enables parents to purchase digital assets within their children's favorite games through our platform. However, there's a catch – to access these items, children need to complete our knowledge tests and educational games. In simple terms, parents continue to invest the same amounts in their children's gaming activities, but through Prizbee, these popular in-game items become motivators for learning!

At Jurnie, we're transforming how teams capture and leverage meeting insights through our AI-powered assistant that works without intrusive meeting bots. We solve a universal problem: despite having countless meeting tools, professionals still struggle with incomplete notes, missed action items, and time-consuming documentation. Our innovative desktop and mobile apps seamlessly integrate into existing workflows, using advanced audio processing to automatically generate comprehensive meeting summaries, action items, and follow-ups. What makes us unique? We're privacy-first with EU-hosted infrastructure, support 100+ languages, and offer intelligent CRM integrations that save hours of manual data entry. Our "Ask Jurnie AI" feature lets teams instantly query their meeting history and generate insights from past conversations. We're building the future of conversational intelligence - helping organizations transform every valuable conversation into actionable business intelligence. With proven technology, strong early traction, and a clear vision for growth, Jurnie is positioned to revolutionize how teams work together.

Valyrion works with consumer-facing fintech companies — including Buy Now, Pay Later providers, digital wallets, and neobanks — to turn marketing into a scalable, data-driven revenue channel. Our platform connects merchants, content, and algorithms to deliver highly relevant product recommendations directly to consumers within fintech apps and channels. At the core of Valyrion is a recommendation engine that pulls from multiple data sources, such as merchant product data, real-time availability, pricing, and user behavior. Rather than relying on manual setup, static segments, or historical clicks alone, Valyrion automates the entire process and continuously optimizes recommendations using a richer and more dynamic data foundation. For fintech partners, Valyrion increases Average Revenue Per User by monetizing existing traffic through personalized, commerce-driven content, while strengthening their merchant proposition with a high-performing, performance-based sales channel. For merchants, Valyrion provides access to high-intent consumers at the point of decision, driving incremental sales through relevant product exposure instead of broad, generic campaigns. Valyrion integrates seamlessly with existing fintech and merchant systems and operates across multiple channels, including in-app placements, web, email, and push notifications. This enables partners to activate personalized marketing at scale without adding operational complexity. By focusing exclusively on consumer-facing fintech and solving the hard problems around data aggregation, personalization, and automation, Valyrion enables partners to move from static promotions to intelligent, revenue-generating recommendations — efficiently, transparently, and at scale.

AirDodge is a Norwegian company with an HQ in Oslo, Norway. We are building an automated air traffic management system(termed as U-Space software) to enable scalable drone operations. Our target end customers will be drone operators. U-Space solves the problem for all drone operators by making it much easier to obtain permissions. It enables large scale Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations whereof today this is too costly for most companies. It also makes it safer for manned aviation such as emergency helicopters that will have full visibility of ongoing drone flights in the area they are approaching. Other drone operators such as police, search and rescue will be able to quickly deploy drones opposed to wait for helicopters to arrive. They may also mandate quick clearing of drones from any given area in case such operations must take place. Our solution is to build our own software platform and provide flight services according to the EASA framework recently published. These services will be legally required and the 4 primary services are defined by: 1) Drone Identification: This service will be focused on providing information on all the live drone traffic in U-Space to all participants (operators in the air). 2) Live Air Traffic Identification: This service will be focused on providing information on all the live manned air traffic in U-Space. All manned air traffic has to make themselves electronically visible if flying in U-Space. If a manned aircraft flies too close to a drone, then the drone pilot/operator will receive a warning message. 3) Geo-Zones: These are the core geographical definitions of airspaces on map where drone operators can see where they can or cannot fly. Examples of restricted airspaces include airports, military bases, prisons, bird sanctuaries, obstacles etc. Having an extensive dataset which displays all the possible flight restriction/warning zones is significantly important to drone operators as it ensures compliance and more efficient flight planning. 4) Flight Authorization: This gives drone operators the ability to ensure their flight path does not intersect/conflict with any other operators conducting drone flights in the same airspace. The flight authorization will require drone pilots to submit their flight path in 4 dimensions which include 3D trajectory and time. Flight authorization will also allow drone pilots to communicate with Air Traffic control to request a drone flight in restricted airspace. The response times for both types of requests will be instant. AirDodge was originally founded by Umar in 2022 in Sweden. A year later he moved the company to Norway where he met Serhii in 2024 and then they built the company together. Umar, as the founder of Skyqraft—a company specializing in drone-based powerline inspection—gained firsthand experience with the challenges of commercial drone flying while leading its operations. His deep industry knowledge, combined with Serhii’s technological expertise, laid the foundation for AirDodge. Together, they are building innovative solutions to streamline drone operations, making them safer, more efficient, and seamlessly integrated into regulatory frameworks. We are backed by Antler, Nordic Makers and also received grant funding from Innovation Norway.