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San Francisco provides international PR for Nordic growth companies to help them increase awareness and build credibility through earned media coverage.

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  • Reetta Ilo

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    Eerikinkatu 28 FI-00180 Helsinki
    https://sanfrancisco.fi

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    For many of our customers, the Nordics comprise a single market, and therefore we can best answer their needs through a subsidiary focused on this particular market. Our customers’ recruitment campaigns have produced excellent results, and our net sales have increased by 232 per cent in Denmark and 274 per cent in Norway this year.
    Janne Suomi, Business Unit Director of Jobilla Nordics
    Our solution simultaneously maximizes the value for our customers and accelerates the green transition. In addition, with multi-market optimization, national grids are able to sustain a steady electricity frequency. This means less of a need for reserve power plants that mostly use fossil fuels to produce electricity, which then leads to less carbon dioxide emissions.
    Henri Taskinen, CEO and Co-founder of Capalo AI
    We are very excited to announce this partnership with Hyundai Motor Europe. Casi’s tech platform and Hyundai’s ambitions for Mocean are a perfect match. Together, we are able to provide customers with easy and flexible access to a new car, whenever they need it. The UK and Spain are just the beginning,
    Hans Kristian Aas, CEO and Co-founder of Casi
    It is my pleasure to announce our partnership with Sanvartis. Sanvartis is known in Germany for their strength in telehealth, and we are excited to help a leading local health expert develop new digital health services for its customers and their members.
    Jaakko Olkkonen, CEO of Wellmo
    We need to offer digital solutions to our customers so insurers can serve their members in the most convenient way. We chose Wellmo’s team of experts and proven platform to extend our service to digital and mobile. This way we have access to the best technology and can focus our own efforts on the content and services, our real area of expertise.
    Manuel Ebner, CEO of Sanvartis
    We have been testing our concept in Denmark since the beginning of the year and now we are at a stage in the development, that we want to start building our global network of agents. We decided that the Slush conference in Helsinki is the best place in the world to launch
    Dennis Poulsen, CEO of Valuer
    Valuer and their agent network is helping us to easily find, understand and analyse many of the interesting startups in the Nordics. We want to recognize the startups at an early phase when the important factors are the team and the traction.
    Klavs Hjort, Senior Vice President of Business innovation in Danske Bank
    EatAndTheCity was originally created to be the “Google for restaurants” in Finland. We noticed that a number of media companies were interested in restaurant discovery portals, as they would be able to leverage their connection with local communities to deliver a genuinely useful service and an additional revenue stream. Our service was validated in our eyes when we started winning awards. Our aim is to help media networks take local restaurant discovery into the mainstream across the world.
    Ilkka O. Lavas, CEO of City Digital, Cofounder of EatAndTheCity.
    We are impressed with the work and success that EatAndTheCity has done in Finland and we are happy to co-operate here in Munich.
    Dirk von Gehlen, Director Social Media / Innovation at Sueddeutsche Zeitung
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    eMabler secures €5.5M Series A to bring customer-owned EV charging to new European markets

    The funding accelerates expansion beyond the Nordics and fuels investment in grid-aware charging that responds to volatile electricity prices. HELSINKI, Finland (June 16, 2026) – eMabler, the EV charging platform powering Finland’s largest public charging network and integrated parking-and-charging experiences across the Nordics, has closed a €5.5 million Series A round. The funding round was led by Greencode Ventures, with participation from Swiss Post Ventures, Rethink Ventures, and Helkama Kiinteistöt. The round also includes a €1 million Digitalisation and Innovation Loan

    KONE spins out VAELLA, an AI operator for buildings to help the world’s busiest public spaces run more safely and efficiently in real time

    As cities face increasing pressure on critical infrastructure due to rising footfall and shrinking resources, VAELLA supports building operators and facility managers by serving as an extended, AI-powered operational brain for their expert teams. The privacy-first platform delivers the real-time situational awareness and predictive intelligence needed to create safer, more efficient, and more people-friendly experiences in the most complex and crowded spaces. ESPOO, Finland (June 10, 2026), VAELLA , a new technology company developing an AI operator

    Fibox appoints Tiina Nygård to lead its plastic mechanics business, strengthening supply chain and customer-specific manufacturing

    Nygård brings 25 years of supply chain and operational transformation experience to strengthen Fibox's plastic mechanics business as manufacturers place renewed focus on resilient supply chains, production visibility, and customer-specific industrial components.   Helsinki, Finland (June 9, 2026) —  Fibox , a Finnish manufacturer of protective enclosures, cabinets, and customer-specific plastic components for demanding industrial environments, has appointed Tiina Nygård as CEO of its plastic mechanics business. The appointment

    Time Atlas app launches Trip Stories to turn travel into automatic memories

    Launching ahead of the summer holiday season, the Time Atlas iOS app now automatically turns each trip into a browsable story from the first day of travel, capturing where travelers go, what they do, and how the journey unfolds in real time and long after they return, without having to manually log a thing. Helsinki, Finland (June 9th, 2026) – Time Atlas Labs , the Finnish startup behind Time Atlas, an app that helps people privately track and revisit meaningful moments from everyday life and travel, today launched Trip Stories, a new experience inside

    Schwan Cosmetics introduces Skip-the-filler Lifter Liner, bringing longevity beauty and skincare intelligence to the lip category

    Combining clinically proven long-term lip volume enhancement with immediate hydration and high-performance wear, the new hybrid lip liner responds to growing consumer demand for non-invasive, treatment-driven beauty solutions. Heroldsberg, Germany (June 2nd, 2026) – Schwan Cosmetics , a leading global manufacturer of white-label color cosmetics and supplier to many of the world’s most recognized beauty brands, is introducing  “Skip-the-filler Lifter Liner.” The hybrid lip liner formula LIPLIFT was developed in response to accelerating consumer

    New study from Ukraine demonstrates how mixed reality infrastructure scales mental resilience and recovery in defence and high-stress environments

    A six-month study of Aspichi’s Luminify across 47 organizations in Ukraine, including hospitals, veteran centers, and mobile teams, shows how immersive mixed reality can be embedded into real care systems to support mental resilience at scale, helping individuals recover, stabilize, and remain functional under sustained pressure.KYIV, Ukraine (May 26th, 2026) — Aspichi , a mixed reality company developing immersive tools for recovery and resilience, today announced results from a six-month study in Ukraine showing strong real-world uptake of Luminify 

    Enifer and Rovio Pet Foods introduce dog treat made with PEKILO® mycoprotein ingredient

    Developed by Rovio Pet Foods using Enifer’s PEKILO®, the treat delivers a high-protein ingredient with a meat-like amino acid profile in a commercially relevant format, following Enifer’s first 4-ton production run of the ingredient.ESPOO, Finland (May 12, 2026) — Enifer , a Finnish biotech company developing sustainable protein ingredients, and Rovio Pet Foods , a Finnish manufacturer of dog and cat food, today announced a new semi-moist pet treat made with PEKILO® , a high-protein ingredient containing

    SportIQ launches new premium Spalding Smart Basketball built on the iconic TF-1000 game ball

    The new premium smart basketball combines Spalding’s trusted TF-1000 indoor game ball with SportIQ’s invisible shot-tracking technology and AI-powered coaching, bringing professional-level training insights for basketball players of all ages and skill levels Los Angeles, USA / Helsinki, FINLAND (May 12th, 2026)  SportIQ , the leading provider of smart basketballs and in-app shooting coaching, today announced the launch of a new premium Spalding Smart Basketball built on Spalding’s iconic TF-1000 indoor game ball platform. The new ball combines

    Global study: 97% of construction professionals expect demand for environmental product data to increase

    A new report from One Click LCA highlights a growing gap between demand from architects and engineers (AEC) and manufacturers’ supply of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). 90% of AEC respondents say they prefer materials with EPDs. Yet, only 22% of manufacturers have EPDs for more than half of their portfolio, creating both a decarbonization challenge and a major commercial opportunity for both parties. HELSINKI, Finland (May 6th, 2026) One Click LCA 

    Chalmers Ventures invests in Detecht – aims to become one of the world's leading motorcycle apps

    Together with existing owners, Chalmers Ventures is investing €400,000 in Detecht, a mobile platform for motorcycle safety. The investment is a testament to continued strong confidence in the company, which has established itself as one of the world's largest apps in its niche.Gothenburg (May 5, 2026). In a short period, Detecht  has evolved into a technically mature platform that combines crash detection with route planning and social features. By utilizing the phone's built-in sensors, the app can detect if you fall off your bike or are involved in a collision.

    Adsorbi launches bio-based air filter media offering fewer filter replacements and lower carbon footprint than activated carbon

    The Swedish biomaterials company enters the molecular air filtration market with a high-capacity cellulose-based filter media for recirculating airflow, designed to remove gaseous pollutants while extending filter lifetime, reducing replacement frequency, and minimising system downtime compared to activated carbon. GOTHENBURG, Sweden (April 28, 2026) Swedish research-based biomaterials startup Adsorbi  has announced the commercial launch of Arbomax, a new family of high-capacity cellulose-based filter media engineered for active airflow environments,

    NPHarvest pilots nutrient recovery in Germany, turning biogas side streams into fertilizer inputs

    The Lower Saxony pilot converts wastewater streams into reusable fertilizer inputs, offering a pathway for biogas operators to meet stricter European nutrient regulations while generating commercial value from recovered nitrogen and phosphorus.Vechta, Germany  (April 23, 2026) – NPHarvest , a Finnish cleantech company that recovers nitrogen and phosphorus from wastewater streams to produce fertilizer-grade inputs, has launched a pilot installation at Biogas Westerbakum GmbH & Co. KG in Lower Saxony, marking its entry into Germany, Europe’s largest biogas market.

    WEG and SpinDrive partner to deliver next-generation oil-free motor systems with active magnetic bearings

    Strategic collaboration integrates SpinDrive’s active magnetic bearing technology into WEG’s electric motor portfolio, enabling industrial customers to achieve higher efficiency, oil-free operation, lower maintenance, and condition monitoring capabilities. Hannover, Germany, April 21, 2026 – WEG S.A.  (B3: WEGE3 / OTC: WEGZY), the world’s largest manufacturer of electric motors, and SpinDrive , the leading supplier of advanced active magnetic bearing (AMB) systems, today announced a strategic partnership.

    Solnet Group completes three onsite solar installations for Amazon in Germany

    Solnet Group , a pan-European Smart Solar solutions developer, announced today it has installed three onsite solar projects at Amazon sites across Germany. The sites are located in Achim, Sindelfingen and Gattendorf and together have a capacity of 7.8 MWp. These sites are built to the highest standards and the energy produced by these solar utilities is consumed directly on site to power Amazon’s operations. The operation and maintenance of these solar PV units will be covered by Solnet Group’s O&M services. The company focuses on safety, quality and

    New survey shows people are ready for food made from seafood sidestreams

    The new study asked more than 1,500 people from the UK, Sweden, and Germany about their attitudes towards food products made from seafood sidestreams. The survey shows 74% of respondents have a positive or neutral attitude towards eating food made from filleting sidestreams, pointing to new growth opportunities for processors Helsinki, Finland (April 15th, 2026) European consumers are increasingly ready to incorporate products made from seafood sidestreams into their everyday diets, according to a new survey conducted for Nordic seafood technology company Hailia 

    Fibox appoints new CEO for its enclosures business, names new CFO, and strengthens board amid rising demand across electrification, automation, and industrial infrastructure

    The Finland-headquartered manufacturer of enclosures and protection solutions reported more than €110 million in revenue last year and operates in more than 20 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is now entering its next phase of international growth as investment rises across industrial electrification and automation infrastructure.Helsinki, Finland (April 15th, 2026 ) — Fibox, a Finnish manufacturer of protective enclosures and cabinets that keep electrical and electronic components safe in demanding industrial environments, has updated its leadership team as

    Audicin lands $1.9M to make real-time nervous-system regulation a built-in layer for wearables and partner apps

    Audicin is scaling its brainwave-entrainment resilience and recovery technology across consumer and enterprise deployments, including secure, phone-free environments. It delivers sessions through psychoacoustic protocols that combine engineered audio and original music, and is rolling out Audicin for Apps, an SDK that brings real-time recovery into third-party platforms.AUSTIN, Texas (April 1st, 2026) – Audicin , a Finnish neurotech startup using brainwave entrainment and music neuroscience for real-time focus, productivity, stress recovery and sleep, today

    Detectify launches IP Range Scanning to uncover hidden infrastructure before attackers do

    Research Shows 50% of SSH Exposure Found on Non-Standard Ports; Detectify Launches IP Range Scanning to Close Critical Visibility GapsStockholm, Sweden (March 24, 2026) – Detectify , the Swedish application security testing platform built and trusted by hackers, today announced the launch of IP Range Scanning, a new capability designed to help organizations continuously discover and monitor entire blocks of IP addresses. The technology automates the identification of exposed infrastructure, helping security teams find forgotten assets and hidden risks before

    Enifer moves PEKILO® mycoprotein into FDA review, positioning for large-scale U.S. food partnerships

    Following its 2025 self-affirmed GRAS determination, the Finnish biotech company seeks FDA “no questions” status for its fermentation-derived, shelf-stable protein ingredient designed for industrial food applications.ESPOO, Finland (24th of March, 2026) -– Enifer , a Finnish biotech company pioneering sustainable protein ingredients, has submitted a notified GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) dossier to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its flagship mycoprotein ingredient, PEKILO®. The filing builds on the company’s 2025 self-affirmed GRAS determination and

    New light therapy improves gum disease outcomes at home, according to the largest randomized scientific study

    In the study's clinical measurements, light energy was harnessed to create an antibacterial effect on dental plaque at home. The method demonstrated significant reductions in inflammation, plaque, disease progression, and long-term burden of gum disease. HELSINKI, Finland (March 19, 2026) A new randomized clinical trial conducted at Metropolia University in Finland during 2022–2025 has shown that dual-light antibacterial therapy significantly improves treatment outcomes in patients with periodontitis, also called gum disease, when used alongside standard dental care. Gum

    LightningChart introduces Dashtera: instant, no-code visualization platform for massive real-time data streams

    The GPU-accelerated web platform visualizes millions of data points at millisecond-level latencies without complex integration or coding projects, including in 3D. Highly responsive dashboards enable rapid insights, faster decisions, and shorter development cycles in industries where every millisecond counts. LightningChart® technology is already trusted by industry giants such as Samsung, Tesla, Toyota, Raytheon, U.S. Air Force, and Lloyds Banking Group, and the new Dashtera platform is no exception – it’s designed to match the requirements of the most demanding applications.

    OXIDE Corporation and Vexlum announce strategic partnership to advance high-power deep UV lasers for quantum computing and semiconductor manufacturing

    The cooperation unites Vexlum’s VECSEL technology and OXIDE Corporation’s premium UV crystals to provide the industry's widest spectrum of wavelengths for quantum research and semiconductor manufacturing. DENVER, Colorado (March 17, 2026) – Today at the American Physical Society (APS) Global Summit, OXIDE Corporation , a global leader in optical crystals and frequency conversion technology from Japan, and Vexlum , a pioneer in advanced semiconductor lasers with offices in Finland and the United States, have

    Global investors turn to Finland as Maria 01 startups triple funding – Nordic nation emerges as a fast-rising deeptech and defence-tech hub

    According to a fresh impact report from the startup campus Maria 01, startups in its community tripled their total funding last year, soaring from €102M to €337M. Finland is cementing its position as one of the world’s most attractive markets for deep tech and dual-usage innovation. HELSINKI, Finland (March 12th, 2026) – Maria 01 , the largest startup campus in the Nordics, saw its community of startups triple total funding last year, soaring from €102 million to €337 million, highlighting Finland’s growing appeal to international investors seeking high-impact

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