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Who Owns the Failure? Swedish Founder Slams SF Pop-Up as Stolen
A new Museum of Failure is set to open this week at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. But the Swedish American founder behind the original concept says the exhibition has been stolen.
A new Museum of Failure is set to open this week at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. But the Swedish American founder behind the original concept says the exhibition has been stolen.
Who Owns the Failure? Swedish Founder Slams SF Pop-Up as Stolen – Silicon Valley Nordic Beat
A new Museum of Failure is set to open this week at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. But the Swedish American founder behind the original concept says the exhibition has been stolen. A new Museum of...
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April 9, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Who Owns the Failure? Swedish Founder Slams SF Pop-Up as Stolen
A new Museum of Failure is set to open this week at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. But the Swedish American founder behind the original concept says the exhibition has been stolen.
A new Museum of Failure is set to open this week at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. But the Swedish American founder behind the original concept says the exhibition has been stolen.
From Flat Packs to Meeting Spaces in San Francisco
San Francisco is a leading city in IKEA’s and Ingka Centres’ new strategy with urban stores, food halls and co-working. SVNB sat down with Meeting Place Manager Miia Kautovaara, and talked about the new concept, SF – and the next “secret” step.
San Francisco is a leading city in IKEA’s and Ingka Centres’ new strategy with urban stores, food halls and co-working. SVNB sat down with Meeting Place Manager Miia Kautovaara, and talked about the new concept, SF – and the next “secret” step.
From Flat Packs to Meeting Spaces in San Francisco – Silicon Valley Nordic Beat
San Francisco is a leading city in IKEA’s and Ingka Centres' new strategy with urban stores, food halls and co-working. SVNB sat down with Meeting Place Manager Miia Kautovaara, and talked about the n...
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April 9, 2025 at 11:54 PM
From Flat Packs to Meeting Spaces in San Francisco
San Francisco is a leading city in IKEA’s and Ingka Centres’ new strategy with urban stores, food halls and co-working. SVNB sat down with Meeting Place Manager Miia Kautovaara, and talked about the new concept, SF – and the next “secret” step.
San Francisco is a leading city in IKEA’s and Ingka Centres’ new strategy with urban stores, food halls and co-working. SVNB sat down with Meeting Place Manager Miia Kautovaara, and talked about the new concept, SF – and the next “secret” step.
Don’t get me wrong: Supporting innovation and entrepreneurship is crucial. But it feels like governmental agencies and politicians back in the Nordics are overly focused on launching (and funding)startups, forgetting a resource that already exists. Read the Editors Column here: www.svnordicbeat.com
December 8, 2024 at 4:48 PM
Don’t get me wrong: Supporting innovation and entrepreneurship is crucial. But it feels like governmental agencies and politicians back in the Nordics are overly focused on launching (and funding)startups, forgetting a resource that already exists. Read the Editors Column here: www.svnordicbeat.com
From machine learning to gene synthesis, ATUM in Newark is reshaping how biological drugs are made. As the pharmaceutical industry transitions from chemistry to biology, the company’s innovations streamline production and address emerging challenges. #Bioscience #SiliconValley #SVNB
ATUM Powers the Shift to Biology
“Proteins for medicine are grown much like crops”
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December 1, 2024 at 1:52 AM
From machine learning to gene synthesis, ATUM in Newark is reshaping how biological drugs are made. As the pharmaceutical industry transitions from chemistry to biology, the company’s innovations streamline production and address emerging challenges. #Bioscience #SiliconValley #SVNB
Is it time to break the app store duopoly? Carl Fritjofsson thinks so, read the interview where he talks about why and why now. hashtag#gaming hashtag#app hashtag#VC hashtag#Israel hashtag#Startup hashtag#SiliconValley
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Creandum Bets on Appcharge - Fritjofsson Joins Board
Carl Fritjofsson, partner at Creandum's San Francisco office, joins the board of Tel Aviv-based Appcharge.
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November 27, 2024 at 7:42 PM
Is it time to break the app store duopoly? Carl Fritjofsson thinks so, read the interview where he talks about why and why now. hashtag#gaming hashtag#app hashtag#VC hashtag#Israel hashtag#Startup hashtag#SiliconValley
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This week: Spotify's bold U.S. campaign sparks debates. Meanwhile, Candela and FlyTahoe are planning for EV ferry in Lake Tahoe, Databricks’ Ghodsi talks about the competitive acquisition of Tabular, ŌURA's partnership with Dexcom and more. #AI
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Silicon Valley Nordic Beat: Weekly Buzz & Insights
November 22, 2024
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November 22, 2024 at 11:06 PM
This week: Spotify's bold U.S. campaign sparks debates. Meanwhile, Candela and FlyTahoe are planning for EV ferry in Lake Tahoe, Databricks’ Ghodsi talks about the competitive acquisition of Tabular, ŌURA's partnership with Dexcom and more. #AI
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US Executive Departs Einride Amid Challenges
Einride, the Swedish freight tech company, is losing a key Silicon Valley-based leader. As earlier reported, the company is grappling with mounting financial challenges.
Read the full story here, and subscribe (free): shorturl.at/LuPKv
Einride, the Swedish freight tech company, is losing a key Silicon Valley-based leader. As earlier reported, the company is grappling with mounting financial challenges.
Read the full story here, and subscribe (free): shorturl.at/LuPKv
November 20, 2024 at 2:54 AM
US Executive Departs Einride Amid Challenges
Einride, the Swedish freight tech company, is losing a key Silicon Valley-based leader. As earlier reported, the company is grappling with mounting financial challenges.
Read the full story here, and subscribe (free): shorturl.at/LuPKv
Einride, the Swedish freight tech company, is losing a key Silicon Valley-based leader. As earlier reported, the company is grappling with mounting financial challenges.
Read the full story here, and subscribe (free): shorturl.at/LuPKv
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Are today AI Agents Real or Hype?
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
The next AI wave is here—agents. Or, so companies say. But are these agents truly agents, or are they just advanced assistants?
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“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
The next AI wave is here—agents. Or, so companies say. But are these agents truly agents, or are they just advanced assistants?
open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
AI Agents: Real or Hype?
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
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November 20, 2024 at 2:55 PM
Are today AI Agents Real or Hype?
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
The next AI wave is here—agents. Or, so companies say. But are these agents truly agents, or are they just advanced assistants?
open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
The next AI wave is here—agents. Or, so companies say. But are these agents truly agents, or are they just advanced assistants?
open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
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What does Finnish ŌURA’s new partnership mean for the future of wearable health tech? Could the new partners create an Apple challenger? Read more on Silicon Valley Nordic Beat. hashtag#Healthtech hashtag#SanFrancisco hashtag#SanDiego
ŌURA Challenges Apple With New Partner
Finnish company ŌURA, known for its smart health rings, is partnering with San Diego-based Dexcom, a leader in glucose biosensing.
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November 21, 2024 at 12:09 AM
What does Finnish ŌURA’s new partnership mean for the future of wearable health tech? Could the new partners create an Apple challenger? Read more on Silicon Valley Nordic Beat. hashtag#Healthtech hashtag#SanFrancisco hashtag#SanDiego
Is Europe really lagging in AI, or is it just a scaling problem? Gerard de Graaf, head of the EU office, defends Europe’s AI position in a fiery San Francisco debate, but do you agree with his stance? open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
Fierce SF Debate Over EU’s AI Act
“To say Europe is like Liechtenstein when it comes to AI is complete bullshit.”
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November 20, 2024 at 7:59 PM
Is Europe really lagging in AI, or is it just a scaling problem? Gerard de Graaf, head of the EU office, defends Europe’s AI position in a fiery San Francisco debate, but do you agree with his stance? open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
The jury in Stockholm did an excellent job yesterday (even though I wasn’t there to enjoy it). Many Swedish government agencies are active Silicon Valley too. I know they accomplish great things, but with more oversight, they could achieve more. #AI #journalism open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
Vinnova Critic Wins Award
Former Palo Alto entrepreneur Jens Nylander wins the prestigious “Årets Samhällsaktör” (Public Advocate of the Year) award for using AI to uncover waste, fraud, and inefficiencies in Sweden’s public f...
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November 20, 2024 at 3:36 PM
The jury in Stockholm did an excellent job yesterday (even though I wasn’t there to enjoy it). Many Swedish government agencies are active Silicon Valley too. I know they accomplish great things, but with more oversight, they could achieve more. #AI #journalism open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
Are today AI Agents Real or Hype?
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
The next AI wave is here—agents. Or, so companies say. But are these agents truly agents, or are they just advanced assistants?
open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
The next AI wave is here—agents. Or, so companies say. But are these agents truly agents, or are they just advanced assistants?
open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
AI Agents: Real or Hype?
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
open.substack.com
November 20, 2024 at 2:55 PM
Are today AI Agents Real or Hype?
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
The next AI wave is here—agents. Or, so companies say. But are these agents truly agents, or are they just advanced assistants?
open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
“Even if the technology were ready tomorrow, trust is still lacking.”
The next AI wave is here—agents. Or, so companies say. But are these agents truly agents, or are they just advanced assistants?
open.substack.com/pub/siliconv...
Team Uncertain After Nokia’s Rapid Acquisition
Nokia has acquired Rapid’s technology assets, including its API hub and R&D unit, but questions remain about the size of the SF startup’s team and whether they will all join the Finnish telecom company.
Read the full story here: shorturl.at/98y0x
Nokia has acquired Rapid’s technology assets, including its API hub and R&D unit, but questions remain about the size of the SF startup’s team and whether they will all join the Finnish telecom company.
Read the full story here: shorturl.at/98y0x
November 20, 2024 at 2:59 AM
Team Uncertain After Nokia’s Rapid Acquisition
Nokia has acquired Rapid’s technology assets, including its API hub and R&D unit, but questions remain about the size of the SF startup’s team and whether they will all join the Finnish telecom company.
Read the full story here: shorturl.at/98y0x
Nokia has acquired Rapid’s technology assets, including its API hub and R&D unit, but questions remain about the size of the SF startup’s team and whether they will all join the Finnish telecom company.
Read the full story here: shorturl.at/98y0x
US Executive Departs Einride Amid Challenges
Einride, the Swedish freight tech company, is losing a key Silicon Valley-based leader. As earlier reported, the company is grappling with mounting financial challenges.
Read the full story here, and subscribe (free): shorturl.at/LuPKv
Einride, the Swedish freight tech company, is losing a key Silicon Valley-based leader. As earlier reported, the company is grappling with mounting financial challenges.
Read the full story here, and subscribe (free): shorturl.at/LuPKv
November 20, 2024 at 2:54 AM
US Executive Departs Einride Amid Challenges
Einride, the Swedish freight tech company, is losing a key Silicon Valley-based leader. As earlier reported, the company is grappling with mounting financial challenges.
Read the full story here, and subscribe (free): shorturl.at/LuPKv
Einride, the Swedish freight tech company, is losing a key Silicon Valley-based leader. As earlier reported, the company is grappling with mounting financial challenges.
Read the full story here, and subscribe (free): shorturl.at/LuPKv