Demo Day: Meet The Startups Joining

From the BUSINESS GENERATOR ACCELERATOR PROGRAM:

• Dancecovery: All in one platform for finding, booking and paying for dancing classes and events.
• Nite Labs Ltd: A comprehensive ecosystem that includes hardware, software, and a curated marketplace, all designed to work seamlessly together. Our goal is to offer artists a practical, accessible, and intuitive solution to enhance their performances.
• Amertate: Patented hybrid wind turbine providing reliable, affordable, green energy. Installable on rooftops or lands, it generates on-site electricity, reduces fossil fuel reliance, and ensures independence in crises.
• VitalSigns: They replace the stethoscope and multiple other devices used by doctors and nurses on a daily basis, with one connected and smart device which can detect, document, and analyse multiple biosignals in a simple process.
• NPHarvest: NPHarvest closes the nutrient loop between waste and food production. They offer efficient and profitable nitrogen and phosphorous recycling from wastewaters to the (fertilizer) market.
• KehoSense: A revolutionary smart vest that adapts to your environment, keeping you perfectly warm in any weather.
• Circular Foams: Sustainable, lightweight acoustic foam material with tunable acoustic and mechanical properties.
• Uniki: Sustainable packaging material for plastic replacement. The material is a composite of wood fibers and bio-based polymer. The new packaging materials are bio-based, bio-degradable and recyclable with paper.
• Taru Tech: The innovation uses machine learning tools, such as reinforcement learning for user modeling, to produce synthetic data about human behavior in games, such as player engagement.
• Iprefab Finland OY: Digital marketplace designed to revolutionize the prefabricated housing industry, making the process of building a home as seamless as booking a hotel.
• Uoma Mind: Uoma is the first AI-powered narrative therapy app, designed by psychology experts to help users cope with mental struggles through storytelling and guided reflection. Uoma enables users to engage in self-exploration by speaking freely, transforming their experiences into meaningful narratives that promote healing and self-understanding.

From the URBAN TECH HELSINKI program:

• Pictue Oy: Easiest to use automated photo documentation solution.
• Benerg: Building scale biogas machine that converts food waste into electricity with remarkable efficiency. By using daily 10kg of food waste, we produce 45,000 kWh of electricity per year which is enough to meet the total electricity consumption for 13 homes in the EU.
• Paahtu: Paahtu transforms used coffee grounds from local businesses into eco-friendly, burnable coffee logs, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional fuels.
• Skanio Oy: Providing a digital representation (or twin) of the elevator and building, captured with LiDAR 3D technology. Offering real-time access to precise building data for all stakeholders.
• Make a BIM: Make a BIM provides an AI tool that automatically generates building information models (BIMs) from architectural drawings.
• MobileKey.IO saas: A keyless and passwordless biometric key for all your doors. Only one key. ”Kulkemisen mobilepay”.
• Lensor: We support farmers and land owners to transition to regenerative land management practices with our AI-backed remote sensing solutions.
• Accentric.ai: Our big goal is to make lighting around us beautiful, affordable and sustainable. For this, we are building a visual AI-assistant for B2B professionals.
• Moom Studio: Moom leverages AI-driven parametric design and real-time visualization to revolutionize the fit-out process with shared creativity for every space.
• Mixx Reality: Web based SaaS platform making communicating spatial information easier.
• iSetu Oy: Digital recruitment platform for jobseekers with disability and health conditions.
• Omni Audio Oy: Developing Accessibility Interactive Soundscape Technology to help public space owners and managers make their premises more inclusive, accessible and engaging with a cost-efficient and easy-to-implement solution.
• VeryU Oy: VeryU helps secondhand stores gain visibility and traction by making it easier for consumers to shop and discover their local secondhand stores inventories.
• Riesa Consultative Oy: With the Accessibility Index you can measure the accessibility level of your building. The Accessibility Index indicates the level of a property’s accessibility on a scale from 0 to 100.
• Superhood: The hub for all things local. It is a community-driven marketplace where people stay updated on local matters. Provides tools for local businesses and organizations to engage with, communicate with, and sell to local people.
• iPark ( Digi Energia Oy): Finnish EV charging solution provider dedicated to simplifying the EV charging experience. Utilizing QR code and NFC technology, iPark enables hassle-free charging without the need for mobile apps.
• IOVuo Oy: Transform the way the world connects and navigates by redefining the possibilities of location-based services.
• eWatt Smart Power Systems Oy: eWatt offers a view of the electricity consumption of the property's various devices. The Smart Power service collects electricity data through the property's electricity meter and breaks it down into device-specific consumption.

From the ESA BIC FINLAND program:

• Oinride Oy: Oinride develops autonomous mobility solutions for extreme weather, combining advanced robotics, AI, and robust hardware for reliable operation. Its innovation enhances adaptability and safety, aiming to revolutionize mining industry , construction, and off-road robotics.
• NorthBase Oy: They provide ground station services for satellite owners and operators globally, utilizing the exceptional visibility to polar orbit LEO satellites that our northern location at 68 degrees north can offer.
• KOKO Forest: KOKO Forest creates novel insights into forest ecosystems using state-of-the-art satellite technologies, artificial intelligence and cross-disciplinary ecological knowhow.
• SharpNav: We provide precise navigation and timing in conditions where traditional approaches fail.
• ColdXray: Cold-cathode graphene-based electron and X-ray sources are empowering space exploration and Earth applications. These efficient, lightweight, and durable technologies, with no inertia, enhance electric propulsion, medical imaging, and industrial testing, all while minimizing energy consumption.

From the RESEARCH TO BUSINESS program:

• CloViC - Cloud Virtual Commissioning: This team is creating a technology enabler for the virtual commissioning (development & testing process) of control applications for multi-vendor automation systems in discrete manufacturing and process control industries.
• Cornea Sense: Their solution utilises patented terahertz technology for non-invasive, non-ionising corneal hydration measurement, seamlessly integrating with OCT devices. By offering precise and rapid diagnostics, it addresses the challenges of Dry Eye Syndrome detection, enabling earlier intervention, improving patient outcomes, and reducing costs.
• R2B-ULTRAFORCE ("Droplet Instruments TAHMA"): Next generation surface characterisation tools for advanced materials manufacturing quality assessment, research, and development.
• B1 COILS (Aalto internal name HICOMRI R2B): B1 COILS develops a new generation of radiofrequency coils, enabling radiologists to acquire more data from each MRI scan, enhancing diagnostic and treatment precision.
• ProSQu: Our innovation focuses on overcoming key challenges in scaling quantum computers by developing advanced qubit signaling modules. These modules protect qubits from noise, minimize cryostat heating, and enable low-power qubit control.
• Halide Energy: Halide Energy has developed and patented copper-based flow batteries (CFB) from R&D based in Finland since 2017, to overcome the limitations of existing BESS technologies and provide adopters with a cost-effective, fast-responding and long duration (8+ hours) solution.
• BOMP: Fast, Cost-Effective, and Sustainable Solutions Powered by AI and Machine Learning. Join the Revolution in Material Optimization with BOMP.
• BIMSpect: Automated digital progress visualization and building design control. We visualize situational awareness of the design phase in complex construction projects. Our solution provides cost savings through better design quality, faster design delivery, less rework in construction and enables process improvement by utilizing data.
• SGS - Smart Sustainable Gas Sensors: Highly selective biodegradable printed gas sensors. A novel materials innovation allows us to print gas sensors from wood-based biodegradable materials that can be recycled as normal office waste.
• Li-Aku Rec: Smarter EV Battery Recycling solutions. The innovations ensure safe storage, automate discharging, and use eco-friendly processes. They minimize harmful chemicals and energy while recovering active materials.
• NeGenYASA: Revolutionizing the electric motor industry by reducing CO2 emissions. As electric motors will consume more than 50% of global electricity, we will develope more efficient electric motor which will use less rare earth materials and will decrease CO2 emissions.
• DIAMANT: The DIAMANT project enables large deployable antennas for small satellites, unlocking new possibilities for micro-GEO satellites in the future. Using meta-surface leaky wave technology, it develops a thin, high-gain membrane antenna. Its large size supports tailored designs for all frequency bands, ensuring high throughput and flexibility.
• Colorific: Revolutionary rapid test utilizing innovative nanoswitch technology. It directly captures analytes from samples, producing observable color changes without pre-processing of the sample. The ability to analyze a wide range of samples, including colored ones, makes the technology suitable for rapid on-site point-of-care use.
• Prinsys: We develop water leak detection solution, ensuring buildings durability and high availability. Leaking alarm device is decades-long lasting, battery free and flexible device. Leak detectors are simple to install, providing customers with peace of mind.
• Symptonic: Automated phone call monitoring for dysphonia that replaces gold standard methods, eliminating the need for voice training, expertise, special equipment, or in-person patient visits.
• Bubbles with Benefits: They develop next-generation packaging materials, including fully bio-based bubble wraps and packing foams made from cellulose. This innovative materials offer plastic-free, biodegradable, and recyclable alternatives to traditional plastic packaging.
• R2B TumorMimic: TumorMimic works to provide state-of-the-art in vitro testing platform for drug discovery. It leverages cutting-edge technology, to measure and develop advanced 3D cell cultures and customized tissue materials, aiming to model more accurately tumor tissues.
• CryoTherm: They provide robust, calibration free thermometry in the ultra low cryogenic temperature domain (100 Kelvin to microkelvin range) for powering the future of quantum technology, advanced sensing, energy, healthcare, space, infrared sensing and various other industries.
• Urisens: The Urisens system features an external attachment that enables advanced urine and fecal screening without modifying the diaper. This non-invasive sensor is placed on the outer surface of a standard diaper to detect various parameters.
• AR4U: AR4U is dedicated to developing immersive and intelligent technology solutions that empower elderly individuals to live independently at home. Our AI-driven voice assistant offers personalized support, helping with medication reminders, daily routines, and providing comfort during moments of loneliness or insecurity.
• HyOnGlobe: We are building new type of hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers, enabled by an advanced material joining technology.
• Sonofog: Sonofog is on a mission to create world’s first extremely fog repellent surfaces. We have created a unique approach that offers extreme repellence of fog, water, ice and dirt.

From A Grid:

• Roam Network: Sustainable Mobile Networks.
• Art Sonique: Seamless fusion of art, sound, and sustainability. Our solution integrates high-quality speakers into visually captivating acoustic panels, creating products that enhance both the aesthetics and acoustics of any space.
• Arctic Farming: Our flagship product, HERBY®, is a dual-use indoor farming platform designed for high-end hotels and restaurants with direct applications in the space industry.
• Private industrial TSN private 5G network: Private mobile network for Time Sensitive Networking for autonomous factories.
• NOCFO: Intuitive accounting software designed specifically for small businesses with a DIY attitude. We simplify and automate essential financial processes like bookkeeping, invoicing, and payroll, helping users save 5–10 hours of work each month.
• See Through Solutions Oy: THz camera for security screening. Our patented solution contains patented HW and SW and proproprietary AI-based algorithm.
• Berggren: Berggren helps you to protect and control your intellectual property and supports you with strategies, contracts, and disputes. We provide legal advice in gaining competitive edge.
• SPROK: SPROK, an  Evidence-Based Engaging Learning Game, creates a digital innovation that acts as a classroom stand-alone solution - a practical, role-playing game based on real life.
• Tespack: Smart mobile microgrid systems to provide energy and internet in remote areas.
• The Next-Generation Heavy-Lift Drone: Heavy-lift drone for military logistics.
• Eduten: AI-driven gamified learning platform.
• Klu technologies Oy: AI-powered sales assistant that automatically records, transcribes, and summarizes meetings, giving teams instant access to key discussions and decisions.
• Omnia Makerspace: Innovative solutions for different challenges.
• NROC Security: NROC Security provides a service to enterprises that allows them to boost GenAI adoption safely.
• Valo Security Oy: AI-driven Salesforce automation.
• CCE Finland Oy: Our solution is the AI-Enabled School Program, designed to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digitalization into education through a structured, research-backed approach.
• NoofLab: Data platform that aims at helping real estate owners to find new tenants and make better investment decisions. The data platform is called Kaikkitoimitilat.fi Insider.
• Zero Gravity Oy: UrbanAI provides a comprehensive data fusion platform that integrates Earth observation data from the Copernicus Program to deliver actionable, close to-real-time insights on environmental conditions worldwide.
• Sellforte: Next-Generation Marketing Mix Modelling Platform.
• Benerg Oy: Building scale biogas machine that converts food waste into electricity with remarkable efficiency.
• SoundlyFit Oy: Comfort simulations of earbuds, made with physically realistic FEM simulations. 1st and ONLY company in the world to do this!
• AlbiCoins: AlbiCoins SaaS designed to enhance employee engagement and motivation. It empowers companies by recognizing and rewarding employee contributions through a customizable corporate currency system.
• MdJ Reporting & Analytics Oy: MdJ Reporting & Analytics can help your company or organisation to get the most out of your data. We are working solely with Microsoft Power BI, the world’s leading business intelligence software.
• Zapflow: Streamlines your investment operations with a comprehensive SaaS platform. Our solution covers critical workflows including fundraising, exits, deal flow, CRM, risk management, compliance, investor relations, and more.
• Sineco Oy: The RHEA technology is a fast and efficient organic waste treatment through aerobic process with very low operational costs. Fully controlled and automated process that turns organic waste into fresh soil amendment.
• Gigly: Gigly makes it as easy as possible to find and connect with workers willing to assist any of your needs. Just sit back, post your task, get offers and let the rest take care of itself.
• Devoca: Voice operated warehouse task execution system.
• Dear Team: We build AI-driven tools to help people develop power skills for successful and happy careers.
• Mesensei: Stakeholder management and communication platform with branded customer specific mobile apps

Discover Premier Business Services from Business Espoo

Espoo, the innovation city in Finland, offers a range of business services designed to support companies and entrepreneurs. Here’s a look at some of the key services available:

• Business Advisory Services: We offer business advisory services at our office in Otaniemi and online. We can help you work on your business idea if you are planning to start a business or become a so-called light entrepreneur.
• Enter Espoo: Enter Espoo helps companies, investors, visitors, and travel professionals access business opportunities and exciting adventures in Espoo's innovation and travel ecosystems.
• Espoo Talent Hub: We support organizations to thrive by helping to find the right employees, offering training, providing financial support for recruitment and support in administrative procedures.
• The Finnish AI Region (FAIR EDIH): The Finnish AI Region offers businesses low-threshold expertise in artificial intelligence, augmented reality, high-performance computing, and cyber security.
• Sisu Factory: Sisu Factory helps Founders from outside EU to validate their business idea for the EU markets, as well as in beginning their startup permit process and journey in Finland.
• GameLab: Espoo Game LAB (EGL), is a unique game lab located in Otaniemi, Espoo. The EGL was created to foster growth in the game industry by equipping participants with the essential skills to either secure a job in the field or establish their own game companies.
• AIStart: In the AIStart artificial intelligence incubator designed for micro and SME businesses in the capital region, you can enhance your company’s capabilities to utilize AI in business operations.

Are you joining us? Come and meet all the startups and research to business at Demo Day! Everything you need to know about Demo Day (floor map, registration, how to access) HERE.

Please note that due to external factors (illnesses, last minute notices, etc.) this final list of startups and research to business projects might slightly vary from the ones actually on site at Demo Day.