Ode is building the world’s simplest solution for therapeutic music. We combine a smart speaker with a single-knob interface and AI-driven curation to reduce anxiety, agitation, and depression in people living with dementia. Founded after CEO Guttorm saw music’s impact through his grandmother’s dementia, Ode exists to remove the time, technology, and cost barriers that keep personalised music out of everyday care. Today, getting it right typically means specialist mapping, hours of playlist work, and daily device hassle, which caregivers and families can’t sustain. Ode makes it practical: curate in minutes, then play instantly with one knob—so the right music is there when it’s needed, without adding workload.

Henriksson Storage is a fast-growing self-storage company on a mission to modernize an industry that has long been expensive, inconvenient, and outdated. We solve a simple but widespread problem: people and businesses need flexible, secure storage – without long contracts, hidden fees, or complicated access. Traditional self-storage often comes with high prices, poor transparency, and friction-heavy processes. Henriksson Storage offers affordable, drive-up outdoor storage units with flexible terms, simple online booking, and clear pricing. Customers can drive directly to their unit, access it whenever they need, and scale up or down without hassle. Our model works just as well for households needing extra space as for tradespeople and small businesses storing tools, materials, or stock. Founded in Sweden, we are expanding rapidly across Sweden and the UK, with the ambition to build Europe’s leading outdoor self-storage network. We combine a lean, tech-enabled operating model with a strong focus on customer experience, local presence, and operational excellence. We are building a company where speed, ownership, and pragmatism matter – and where smart, driven people can have a real impact from day one.

Silicon Valhalla is a Nordic tech intelligence hub that maps startups, founders, investors, and market signals across the Nordic region, with a particular emphasis on AI, SaaS, and frontier innovation. It exists to make the “Silicon Valhalla” ecosystem - Nordic tech’s answer to Silicon Valley - more visible, navigable, and investable for founders, operators, and capital. The platform combines a curated startup directory, an events calendar, and ecosystem insights into a single, neutral entry point for Nordic tech. Startups and scaleups get structured profiles highlighting what they do, where they are based, which sector they play in, and how to reach them, while investors and partners can quickly scan emerging companies across AI, climate, fintech, deep tech, and more. A continuously updated view of companies and activity aims to surface momentum early, so users can spot new categories, breakout teams, and upcoming fundraising stories before they hit the mainstream. Silicon Valhalla is designed to be independent and ecosystem-first rather than a job board or paywalled database. The service is currently free to use, making discovery accessible while opening the door for future premium offerings such as featured profiles, highlighted events, and deeper signal products for investors and corporates. In short, Silicon Valhalla is building the default map and narrative for Nordic tech: a living overview of the startups, talent, and ideas turning the region into one of the most dynamic innovation hubs in Europe.

The Problem: What problem are you attempting to solve, and how big is it? Children suffering from school refusal systematically fall out of the education system because traditional teaching methods fail to meet their individual learning needs. Today, 110,000 children have experienced school refusal—equivalent to one in five students. This target group becomes isolated at home during their school years, which later leads to difficulties in securing and maintaining employment, costing society 2.2 billion annually. Research shows that the most critical factor for these students is restoring their self-confidence regarding learning; they need to experience learning as a positive activity and process the traumas that led to their school refusal (The Back2School Modular Cognitive Behavioral Intervention, 2024). Therefore, before attempting to reintegrate students into the physical school environment, it is crucial to rebuild their confidence and bring them up to the academic level of their peers to reduce feelings of stigmatization. The Solution: What is your idea? Describe your product or service. GradeAid is an AI agent that creates personalized learning experiences. Students simply scan their homework or verbalize what they wish to learn. Our AI then generates tailored content derived from pedagogically validated materials, specifically designed for children who lack academic confidence or have fallen behind. The system continuously learns from the student's interactions and automatically adapts the curriculum. This helps restore the self-confidence and joy of learning that many of these students lack, while ensuring the process is both personalized and fun. The platform features a 24/7 AI tutor providing instant feedback. Through gamification, students earn coins for their virtual pets. This approach was selected because research has long established that gamification effectively builds confidence and helps children re-engage with learning (Impact of gamification on school engagement: a systematic review, 2024). Instead of forcing the child to fit the system, our technology adapts to the child's way of learning. Our intention is to build confidence so that children find it easier to return to school, equipped with the mental energy to focus on social reintegration. The platform supports both English and Danish. We are currently testing the Danish version.

AITSU is a startup that commercialises ultrasound guided intralymphatic Immunotherapy as a disruptive treatment for grass pollen allergy. To improve the quality of the injections, we want to build software that can identify lymph nodes and the needle in real time and guide the needle to the optimal site for the intralymphatic injection of medicine.

✅ 1: Short description (the pitch) SGC Arena is developing a combined TCG retail store, gaming lounge and community-driven event center to help youth, families and adult gamers find a safe, engaging and social space to play, compete and belong. We solve the lack of modern, inclusive gaming- and hobby environments by offering a 655 m² hybrid hub built around TCG, esport, community events and structured activities, powered by strong partnerships, low inventory risk and a highly scalable franchise-ready model. ✅ 2: The What – The problem we are solving Across Denmark, young people and adult hobby enthusiasts lack safe, structured and inspiring spaces to gather around gaming, TCG and shared interests. Most environments are either too small, too informal or lacking supervision, creating a gap between commercial gaming cafés and traditional youth facilities. At the same time, parents struggle to find positive, healthy gaming communities for their children, while hobby players (Pokémon, Magic, Lorcana) lack dedicated spaces for trading, events and tournaments. This problem affects: Children and teens seeking social belonging Adults looking for hobby communities Parents who want structured and safe gaming spaces TCG players who currently lack large-scale physical hubs Municipalities who need modern, engaging offers for youth Retail customers who want combined experiences, not just shops The demand is widespread and growing. TCG, gaming and event-based hobby retail are among the fastest-growing entertainment segments in Europe. Yet Denmark remains underserved with almost no large-scale hybrid centers combining retail, gaming, community and structured activities. SGC Arena fills this gap. ✅ 3: The How – How we solve it SGC Arena provides a 655 m² multi-zone environment combining: A full-service TCG retail store (Pokémon, Magic, Lorcana etc.) A high-end gaming lounge with esport setups A large event area for tournaments, competitions and community gatherings A social “hobby lounge” for trading, crafting and relaxed gaming A forening-driven model with daily structured activities Weekend programs with 500–1.000 visitors Consignationsaftaler reducing inventory risk dramatically A scalable operations manual and franchise blueprint for expansion to 3–8 locations Each weekday features structured activities through our association: Esport teams (20 participants daily) Hobby/TCG clubs (up to 40 per session) Weekends host large-scale TCG events, family activities, adult gaming evenings and trading meetups — creating predictable, high-volume traffic. The concept is built to scale: simple operational procedures, strong supplier partnerships, low-risk inventory, and a community-first structure that can be replicated nationally. ✅ 4: The Why – Our motivation SGC Arena is founded by Heinrich Dam Jensen, former owner of the esports organization Dream Gaming in Rødovre Centrum, where he built a strong and healthy gaming community in 2020. When COVID forced that project to close, it sparked a deep understanding of what young people and hobby-focused adults truly need: a safe, structured, social and modern environment that supports healthy gaming behavior and real-world connections. The vision has grown stronger since. Heinrich has a background in police, defence, leadership and youth work, and has seen firsthand how powerful gaming and structured hobbies can be when given the right environment. This is the foundation of SGC Arena: creating Denmark’s leading chain of gaming- and TCG-based community hubs. The motivation is simple: to give youth, families and adult hobbyists a place to belong — and to build a scalable, commercially strong concept that brings community and business together.

Munk AI er Skandinaviens mest erfarne hands-on AI-partner for mellemstore og store virksomheder. Vi arbejder i krydsfeltet mellem teknologi, forretning og organisation – og hjælper ledelser og nøglefunktioner med at bringe AI sikkert og strategisk i spil, dér hvor det skaber reel forretningsmæssig værdi. Vi leverer avancerede løsninger inden for machine learning, generativ AI, datavidenskab og intelligent automatisering. Vores arbejde dækker hele værdikæden: fra AI-strategi og potentialeafdækning til modeludvikling, systemintegration og organisatorisk forankring. Blandt vores løsninger er InternGPT – en intern sprogmodel til videnadgang i større organisationer, AI til churn-forudsigelse, tilbudsautomatisering, kundeservice og compliance. Vores kunder tæller nogle af Danmarks og Europas mest ambitiøse virksomheder – og vores løsninger understøtter dagligt drift, beslutningsstøtte og forretningsudvikling på tværs af brancher. Vi tror på AI som en strukturel konkurrencefaktor – ikke som eksperiment, men som en del af kerneforretningen. Det er det ansvar, vi bygger vores rådgivning og leverancer på. Vores ambition er klar: Vi vil være Europas førende AI konsulent- og udviklingshus. Vi stræber ikke efter at blive størst i antal medarbejdere – men efter at skabe størst mulig værdi med færrest mulige ressourcer, ved at lade AI løse alt det, der kan automatiseres.

About Omika AI ApS Omika AI is a Danish digital solutions company that helps businesses build websites, applications, and online tools while integrating AI where it can add real value. We combine modern web development with smart, practical AI applications to make digital products more efficient, interactive, and user-friendly. Our mission is to help businesses leverage technology in a way that works for them, saving time, improving workflows, and delivering better experiences for their customers. So, what problems are we solving? A lot of businesses struggle to keep up with the digital demands of today. Building websites, applications, and digital workflows can be complex, time-consuming, and expensive. Additionally, while AI can improve efficiency and functionality, most companies don’t have the expertise to implement it effectively. We at Omika AI solve these problems by providing end-to-end digital solutions. We design, build, and implement websites and applications with AI enhancements where they make sense. This allows businesses to focus on their core activities without worrying about the technical complexities of web development or AI integration. Why do we use AI to solve these problems? We started Omika AI because we believe technology should make work and digital interactions easier, not more complicated. Businesses should be able to take advantage of modern tools, including AI, without needing a team of experts in-house. Our vision is to empower companies to achieve more through technology. By combining web development expertise with smart AI integrations, we help organizations streamline operations, engage users more effectively, and focus on what matters most.

At Scale Consulting, we’re a brand growth partner laser-focused on scaling eCommerce businesses through performance marketing, creative strategy, and paid ads. We collaborate with brands that want more than traffic – they want profitability, consistency, and international expansion. By combining data-driven execution with tailored creative strategy, we empower brands to not only reach their target audience but to convert them into loyal customers. We partner with companies that think big, value sustainable growth, and are ready to elevate their presence in highly competitive markets. We currently partner with 70+ brands. You will join our small team of three people.

HygieneDrive is a Danish startup working to improve hygiene in public spaces. We are developing a low-tech and mechanical solution for touchless opening and closing of doors in public toilets. Our goal is to reduce the spread of infection and create a safer and more hygienic everyday life. We are in an exciting phase with prototype development, user research and dialogue with potential partners and customers – and now we are looking for committed interns or a Co-founder who will be part of the journey. Your tasks: Contribute to product development and testing of prototypes We imagine that you are: Are a student in a relevant education (engineering, production technology, technology or similar) Have an interest in startups, entrepreneurship and innovation Are independent, curious and want to try your hand at multiple tasks Can work in a structured way and contribute with your own ideas We offer Opportunity to have real influence in an early startup Office space in Nørrebro A dynamic and educational internship where you try your hand at product development. Flexible working hours Does this sound like something for you? Send a short application and your CV

Manuscript Manager is a B2B SaaS platform that enables research institutions, funding bodies, and scholarly journals to manage and streamline the peer review process for research articles, grant applications, and other forms of scientific content. Today, we serve over 500 journals worldwide – primarily in Science, Technology, and Medical research. As a provider of mission-critical infrastructure, we deliver flexible workflows, intuitive user experiences, and efficient process automation, allowing our customers to focus on what matters most: ensuring research quality. The volume of scholarly output is growing at an unprecedented rate, bringing with it significant challenges: fraudulent practices, disruptive technological advances, and shifting business and publishing models. We address these challenges with tools that strengthen trust in the scholarly record and bring transparency to the entire peer review process.

Kora is a personal safety app that allows you to share your journey with trusted contacts and discreetly alert nearby users (“Allays”)in the event of a real emergency. Kora is for everyone who values feeling connected and supported, whether you’re walking home after an evening out, waiting for public transport, or exploring new places. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, and Kora is here to help make that possible.

Blackwall is an AI-enabled security and web infrastructure company dedicated to safeguarding web ecosystems from automated threats. Deployed across 2.3M+ websites and applications, GateKeeper, the company’s flagship product, is trusted by 100+ service & hosting partners globally to enhance performance, reduce operational costs, and maximize revenue by protecting SMB customers worldwide against emerging threats with simplicity, affordability, and scalability.

OceanPass helps you stay ahead with an environmental reporting tool that gives shipowners, banks, and charterers real-time insights—whether it's across your fleet, portfolio, or individual voyages. With validated data and compliance clarity, you can protect your investments and drive lasting impact.

GitHub made it easy for the world to build software together. SomebodyMakeIt does the same for physical products. SomebodyMakeIt is where brands, IP owners, and product creators can turn ideas into real products without building supply chains from scratch through a shared infrastructure for sourcing, collaboration, production, and scaling. Physical product creation is still absurdly broken. If you want to launch something real, you usually need to find the right people, manage scattered files and feedback, coordinate suppliers, handle production risk, and commit money before you know if demand exists. That kills speed, margins, and momentum. It also locks out a huge number of creators and companies that could launch great products if the system were easier. This is a massive market gap hiding in plain sight. We are building the platform where physical products get built. A place where ideas, briefs, collaborators, makers, manufacturers, production knowledge, and execution can live in one system. Instead of every company rebuilding the process from zero, they can plug into shared infrastructure for developing, testing, and scaling products. The more projects that run through the platform, the stronger the network becomes. More data, better matching, faster execution, more repeat production, and more value captured across the lifecycle. We started this because we think it is crazy that software has world class infrastructure for building together, while physical products are still stuck in email, spreadsheets, fragmented sourcing, and expensive guesswork. That should not be true anymore. We are building SomebodyMakeIt because the company that becomes the default place where physical products get built can become incredibly important.