This summit was organized by Øresundsinstituttet and Greater Copenhagen that brought together professionals and representatives from research institutions, science parks, incubators, industry organisations and public sectors to talk and discuss about the opportunities and challenges in building stronger cross-border innovation regions.

One of the session was the discussion about “The Øresund region as a hotspot for Danish-Swedish innovation and research” which brought five panelists: Anders G Nilsson, CEO of Ideon Science Park; Anette Steenberg, CEO of Medicon Valley Alliance; Markus Herrgård, CTO of BioInnovation Institute; Petter Hartman, CEO of Medicon Village Innovation; and Thomas Unt, Head of Incubation at Medeon Science Park.

The strengths of having research institutions, science parks, incubators, and companies located within close geographical proximity but different countries was a topic in the discussion. One remark that stood out during was when a panelist was being asked about his plans for the day where he said “I’m having breakfast in Lund, Lunch in Copenhagen and dinner in Helsingborg.” This statement highlights the geographical closeness and the mobility convenience of the Øresund region.

Turning proximity into innovation

The Øresund region already houses an impressive 13 universities, multiple major research infrastructure, science parks, incubators, and a growing startup ecosystem. Facilitating an environment where research and entrepreneurship can meet. 

Startups in the Øresund region have an advantage of access not only cross border but also a wider pool of talent, research expertise, investors, infrastructure, and potential partners. In the long run it can create opportunities to collaborate beyond their national ecosystem. That is why although the Øresund Bridge physically connects Denmark and Sweden, beyond that the region’s innovation ecosystem actually depends more on people crossing borders, institutions collaborating, and ideas moving freely between communities.

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During these two-day TechBBQ created multiple stages each with its own themed corners running simultaneously. As an attendee to this event, the main challenge was not to find something interesting to do but to actually decide which one to go to due to the large varieties of topics and activities provided across the venue. 

Something for Everyone

The programme was spread across multiple spaces throughout the venue: the Main Stage, three dedicated Grill Session corners — Orange, Green, and Blue —, the Diversity Lounge, Firecamp Corner, six event rooms, the Life Science & Deep Tech Stage, and the Longevity Corner. When navigating an event as big as the TechBBQ, downloading the Brella app is essential to know what events are happening across the venue. 

The main stage, grill session and firecamp corner, offers insights and stories from founders ranging from what they are currently building to the challenges they faced during the process and providing tips on how they overcame those challenges.

The diversity lounge held by Women in Tech offers a place for attendees to interact, exchange perspectives and converse about DEJI (Diversity, Equity, Justice, Inclusion), Leadership & Culture, AI & Machine Learning and Social Investment & Skills.

TechBBQ also opened the door to perspectives from different parts of the world. Separate sessions explored Denmark and Sweden, India in the Nordics, and Africa, bringing discussions about entrepreneurship, innovation, and the development of startup ecosystems into a broader international context.

Among the founders, investors, and experienced professionals, we also noticed many students running their first startups attending TechBBQ.

Their presence was a reminder that startup ecosystems are not built only by people who are already running successful companies. Students and early-career professionals are also part of the ecosystem – as future founders, employees, researchers, communicators, and community builders. For them, events like TechBBQ provide a chance to step outside the classroom, hear directly from entrepreneurs, explore industries they may not have encountered before, and start building connections early.

Already looking forward to next years TechBBQ!

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Øredev is the international developers conference held annually in Malmö, and is one of the largest of its kind in the Nordics. The conference features multiple tracks covering the whole software development process; Applied AI & Data, Security, Leadership, Architecture and much more. Each year is unique with a new theme, new topics, new speakers, and new challenges.

This year one of the new initiatives is the Emerging Tech Program and all startups are now welcome to apply. It is open to new ventures from the Nordics and beyond, and the initiative offers a platform for startups to share their passions and the problems they are solving.

Three emerging stars will be selected to demo their work at Øredev, where they will have the opportunity to connect with leading minds in the tech community.

You can read more here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xnKJsp05s11LSCnPbsE6cXH8qFImLETJ/view

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The event highlighted standout performances in customer experience, B2B and B2C excellence, export growth, and community-building, with OMHU CPH emerging as the night’s biggest winner, taking home three awards, including the coveted Gold Award (Guldprisen).

OMHU CPH Dominates with Social-First Strategy and Global Growth

OMHU CPH was crowned the overall winner of Guldprisen 2026 for its explosive growth and innovative approach to e-commerce. In just a few years, the brand has transformed from a challenger into an international powerhouse, driven by a social-first strategy, made-to-order production, and a no-discount policy. With 42 showrooms globally, 84% of revenue from exports, and 153% year-over-year growth, OMHU CPH has redefined what it means to scale a modern e-commerce business.

The company also won Best Export E-Commerce Business and Best New E-Commerce Business, solidifying its position as a leader in global digital retail.

Collaboration and Innovation Take Center Stage

The Best E-Commerce Case (Supplier & Customer) award went to Matas + Hesehus for their long-standing partnership, which has continuously raised the bar for customer experience and operational efficiency. Their seamless integration of digital and physical channels has set a new standard for omnichannel retail.

EET Group + Vertica took second place for their pan-European B2B platform, while Eventyrsport + Vertica secured third place for their focused, value-driven digital transformation.

In the Best Cohesive Customer Experience category, BabySam won first place for its deep understanding of customer needs, achieving a 96% marketing permission rate and high loyalty. Matas followed in second place for its seamless omnichannel experience, and Champagne For Alle took third for its community-driven approach, with 63% repeat purchase rates and 50% organic traffic.

B2B and B2C Leaders Recognized

For B2B companies with online revenue under €66 million (DKK 500 million), AO Workwear won first place for its AI-driven sizing tools and strong bottom-line growth. Vetnordic and Kjær & Sommerfeldt took second and third, respectively, for their innovative digital solutions and sustainable practices.

In the B2C category under €13 million (DKK 100 million), Gastrotools won for its end-to-end product and brand strategy, while Maya Freya and Basic+Ally followed in second and third. For B2C companies over €13 million, Dilling took the top spot for its data-driven production and international expansion, with OMHU CPH and Matas rounding out the podium.

Special Recognition for Community Builders

The Special Prize for Best Community went to PlusPige for creating a safe, engaging space for plus-size women, with 8,000 daily active members and 82% user-generated content. Momkind took second place for its authentic, purpose-driven community, and Geekd secured third for its highly engaged gaming audience.

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Robotics and AI events are not in short supply. Most follow the same template: startups on stage, investors in the audience. Autonomy brings researchers into the room alongside industrial buyers, with investors and startups around them, worlds that rarely meet, in one venue for a day.

The event is a collaboration between the robotics startup Staer and The Drop. And similar to The Drop, the format is built around focused roundtables, small-group discussions, expert-led conversations, and keynotes which are designed to get the right people into conversations that normally wouldn’t happen.

“I’m very excited about this”

said Jan-Erik Solem, co-founder Staer and initiator

Why Malmö, why 2026

With the ECCV and The Drop flanking it inside the same week, a critical mass of researchers, founders, industrials, and capital is converging in a way that rarely happens elsewhere in Europe. For Öresund’s deeptech scene – which has quietly built strength in hardware, life science and industrial software – Autonomy is, quite frankly, an inevitable event. And a well-suited one.

Read more about the event here: autonomyconf.com

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SaaSiest 2026 introduces a strong emphasis on Functional How-To AI, offering attendees practical insights into how AI is transforming SaaS operations. The event will feature peer-led examples of AI automation, roundtables, and guided workshops led by functional experts. Participants can expect actionable takeaways to implement immediately in their businesses.

Their mission is to provide a forum for European SaaS professionals to share and learn from peers across all operational disciplines. This year, they are empowering attendees with the knowledge to grow faster than ever before, especially through AI-driven strategies.

The event will feature over 50 best-in-class SaaS speakers, including:

• Fabian Veit, CEO of Make.com
• Anni Tuulos, SVP Strategy and Corporate Development at Relex
• Nathan Latka, CEO of Founderpath
• Johanna Ydergård, Marketing at Lovable
• Dave Killeen, CPO at Pendo

Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in AMAs, workshops, and templates designed to provide tactical, no-fluff content.

SaaSiest 2026 is designed to foster meaningful connections. The event includes, VC and Capital Matchmaking sessions and over 1,000 networking and 1:1 meeting opportunities. As well as pre-event activities such as:

• SaaSiest Padel Open 2026: A fun padel tournament open to all ticket holders.
• SaaSiest Canal Tour: A scenic boat tour around Malmö’s canals.
• CEO and Executive Members Workshops: Exclusive sessions for members of the CEO and Executive Networks.
• Speaker and SaaSiest Network Dinner: A private dinner for speakers and network members.

The main event begins with registration and networking, followed by a welcome address from SaaSiest co-founders Daniel Nackovski and Thomas Sjöberg. The day will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and roundtables on topics such as AI in marketing, scaling enterprise sales, and the future of SaaS pricing.

The evening will culminate in the SaaSiest Awards Show, recognizing outstanding achievements in the SaaS community, followed by dinner, networking, and the SaaSiest Party.

The second day starts with optional morning activities, including a social run, yoga session, and a cold plunge experience. The day’s agenda includes more keynotes, roundtables, and a closing session on the AI operating model and the human skills revolution.

The event concludes with the SaaSiest Poker Open 2026, an exclusive poker tournament for ticket holders.

SaaSiest 2026 offers a unique opportunity for SaaS professionals to:

• Learn from industry leaders and peers
• Gain practical insights into AI and digital transformation
• Network with founders, executives, and investors
• Discover new tools and strategies to drive growth

For more information and to secure your ticket, visit the SaaSiest website. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with the European SaaS community and propel your business to new heights.

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The event brings together pre-seed startups and investors, and is co-created by Ideon Science Park, HETCH, MINC and Krinova. A curated event designed to surface the next wave of growth companies, right at the moment when ideas are ready to take off.

This is an opportunity to connect early, exchange perspectives and help shape innovations with real potential from day one.

The event has a crafted format for ambitious pre-seed founders and investors looking for early-stage opportunities. A chance to meet the right people in a focused setting that encourages real conversations, not crowded mingling.

Date: 24th April 2026
Location: Ideon Science Park
More info: event page

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This event is designed to explore the latest tools, trends, and strategies reshaping digital marketing. Attendees will gain actionable knowledge from industry leaders, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, all aimed at helping businesses stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

The day kicks off with a keynote from Magnus Äng, Founder and CEO of Topvisible. With years of experience working closely with e-commerce companies and global brands, Magnus will share current trends in digital marketing and AI adoption, concrete case studies from Topvisible’s clients, how strategies vary across markets and company types, and emerging opportunities for brands leveraging AI.

Panel Discussion: AI, SEO, and the Future of Customer Engagement

Following the keynote, a panel of experts will dive into the practical applications of AI in marketing:

• Linus Logren, E-commerce AI & SEO Lead at Kjell & Company, will discuss how AI is revolutionizing search and customer acquisition.
• Petra ter Laak, former Commercial Manager at Coolstuff, will share her perspective on scaling digital strategies in fast-growing e-commerce environments.
• Gertrude Chilufya, who runs AI Fluency Circles at Reframe Tech, will explore how businesses can build AI literacy and integrate new tools effectively.

The panel will be an opportunity to hear diverse viewpoints on the challenges and opportunities AI presents for marketers today.

The event will conclude with breakout sessions, giving attendees the chance to engage directly with experts, ask questions, and explore specific topics in smaller groups. Whether you’re interested in AI-driven content creation, SEO optimization, or data analytics, these sessions will provide practical takeaways to implement in your own work.

The AI/Digital Marketing Day is more than just a conference, it’s a chance to network with industry leaders and peers, learn from real-world examples and the latest strategies, discover new tools and technologies that can transform your marketing efforts, and prepare for the future of AI in digital marketing.

Event Details

Date: April 24, 2026
Time: 08:30–13:30 (lunch included)
Location: Altitude Meetings, Nordenskiöldsgatan 24, Malmö (STUDIO Blackbox)
Registration: Reserve your spot now

Transparency: Karsten Deppert is also the co-founder of E-commerce Park of Scandinavia

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