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Funding

Swedish death-tech startup Solace Care raises 23 million SEK in pre-seed round

Solace Care, a Swedish tech company focused on simplifying estate administration after a death, has raised...

Aug 27, 2026
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Funding

Finnish smart-ring maker Oura plans stock market debut with valuation of 150 billion kronor

The Finnish smart-ring manufacturer Oura is reportedly preparing for a stock market listing as early as...

Aug 27, 2026
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Expansion

Bluebook founder Philip Andersson joins OpenAI as its first hire in Sweden

Philip Andersson, co-founder of the Swedish AI accounting startup Bluebook, has joined OpenAI to lead the...

Aug 26, 2026
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Funding

MacKenzie Scott donates two Beverly Hills mansions worth $55 million to charity

MacKenzie Scott, the American philanthropist best known for her previous marriage to Amazon founder Jeff...

Aug 25, 2026
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Product

Swedish student leader calls for Palantir’s removal from government contracts, citing data control concerns

A Swedish student leader and parliamentary candidate has urged the immediate removal of Palantir from...

Aug 24, 2026