In the spotlight
Zero emissions, zero collisions, zero friction: rethinking the future of transport
In this conversation, representatives from Scania, Zenseact, Teknikföretagen and Elonroad explore how electrification, autonomy, and connectivity are converging to reshape heavy transport and logistics.
Always-on AI everywhere all at once
A podcast series with Tomas Seo, innovation strategist at Phorecast, where he shares events, discoveries, and new technologies that make him exclaim: This changes everything!
Meetup in Linköping: Which decisions can you delegate to AI – and when do you need to step in?
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Latest events
Zero emissions, zero collisions, zero friction: rethinking the future of transport
In this conversation, representatives from Scania, Zenseact, Teknikföretagen and Elonroad explore how electrification, autonomy, and connectivity are converging to reshape heavy transport and logistics.
Meetup in Linköping: Which decisions can you delegate to AI – and when do you need to step in?
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Meetup in Linköping: From GPT-3.5 to an AI-driven way of working – how Toyota Material Handling built its AI-first journey
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Latest events
Zero emissions, zero collisions, zero friction: rethinking the future of transport
In this conversation, representatives from Scania, Zenseact, Teknikföretagen and Elonroad explore how electrification, autonomy, and connectivity are converging to reshape heavy transport and logistics.
Meetup in Linköping: Which decisions can you delegate to AI – and when do you need to step in?
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Johnny Jute
Toyota Material Handling Manufacturing
Meetup in Linköping: From GPT-3.5 to an AI-driven way of working – how Toyota Material Handling built its AI-first journey
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Oscar Spaak
Linköping Science Park
Meetup in Linköping: Where is AI heading next – and what does it mean for your company?
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Erik Slottner
Swedish Government
AI & Power: a conversation with Erik Slottner
We sit down with Erik Slottner, Sweden’s Minister for Public Administration, to discuss the government’s AI strategy, AI’s impact on society and the economy, and why Sweden is investing in a Swedish language model.
Energy loop meetup: Secure the business 2026
Energy Meetup: Securing Business and Capital 2026 – Energy and Industry in Focus
Energy loop meetup: Secure the capital 2026
Energy Meetup: Securing Business and Capital 2026 – Energy and Industry in Focus
Eric Jaremalm
Midsummer
Energy loop meetup: How Midsummer Secured a Partnership with SAAB – Key Lessons and Insights
Energy Meetup: Securing Business and Capital 2026 – Energy and Industry in Focus
Circular Economy & The Future of Consumption
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
Intelligent Impact: How Tech & AI Scale Sustainability
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
Teun van de Keuken
Tony's Chocolonely
How to change the world - Starting with a chocolate bar
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
How the co-CEO model really works — Lessons from two tech companies
The co-CEO model, running a company with two chief executives, is gaining ground in the tech world.
Building dual-use companies: Lessons from two tech founders
Emma Lönn (Acerni) and Jonas Nyvang (Stilfold) share their journeys, lessons, and the challenges of raising capital as dual-use companies.
How do we secure ‘the future of Swedish competitiveness’ in space?
- A roundtable discussion inspired by the (space-related) conclusions from the "Draghi" report
Jessica Rosencrantz
Swedish Government
Less admin, more innovation - Jessica Rosencrantz on EU’s new simplification push
The EU is introducing a new simplification package that could ease the regulatory load for companies working with AI and advanced tech.
Industrial Metaverse - where game tech and tech industry converge
Immersive simulations and collaborative digital twins, VR-driven product development and game engine-powered design workflows — the Industrial Metaverse is no longer a distant vision or abstract concept. It’s already here, emerging at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, visualization, and game technology.
Defense Tech: Lessons from a Swedish accelerator program
How do we accelerate defense tech innovation in practice? Vinnova’s ”Accelerator Program for Civil-Military Innovations” was established to test new ways of driving innovation in the Swedish defense sector.
Leading the Road to Zero – The Benefits of Staying Ahead
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
Green Advantage - Turning Sustainability into Europe’s Competitive Edge
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
Live from Science Week x Sveriges Innovationsriksdag
Tech Forward brings you highlights from Science Week x Sveriges innovationsriksdag, October 7–9. Join the conversations live, straight to your screen.
Walter R. Stahel
The Product-Life Institute Geneva
The power of circular business models: a conversation with Walter R. Stahel
The circular economy isn’t just theory – it’s a radical shift in how we design, use, and value resources. In this opening conversation, we sit down with Walter R. Stahel – architect, economist, and one of the founding voices of the circular economy.
How can NewSpace get started in Sweden?
Join our fireside chat to explore how NewSpace can take off in Sweden. Together with space expert Aaron Dinardi (formerly SpaceX) we’ll dive into what NewSpace is, why it matters, and the steps needed to make it a reality in Sweden.
The Swedish gaming industry as a driver of innovation
The Swedish gaming industry is not only one of the country’s most successful creative exports - it also serves as a powerful driver of innovation across technology, design, business models, and digital experiences.
Tech Roadmap
Sweden’s tech sector is growing – but to keep up the pace, we need to remove the roadblocks
Defense Tech: More innovation, less time – how do we solve it?
Innovation is no longer just about progress – it’s about resilience
Live from Impact Loop's BUILD
Coming to you live from Impact Loop's BUILD 2025 - bringing the event to you wherever you are!
No hands on deck
A meetup with Impact Loop on how AI agents are moving from assistants to decision-makers – reshaping strategy, operations, and sustainability in tech.
Leading through innovation
Sweden has everything it takes to lead the world in research, innovation, and knowledge. But how do we turn that potential into real progress?
Data centres in development
Jon Summers, lead researcher for data centres at RISE, presented how the data centre of the future meets energy needs, cooling challenges and sustainability requirements.
Intelligence is physical
RISE Computer Science Open House 2025: Kristina Höök, researcher at KTH, discussed how AI can be designed with and for our intelligent bodies, focusing on meaning-making, aesthetics and ethics.
AI in space
RISE Computer Science Open House 2025: Marcus Wandt, astronaut and CIO at SAAB and Tobias Edman, unit manager at RISE talks about the opportunities in the meeting between AI and space technology.
Closing the circle
Unlocking the potential of smart and sustainable materials.
Making the big shift
The transition to a green energy future is more than an environmental necessity – it’s a chance to harness technology for a sustainable future.
Leveraging the right bets
Moving from tech vision and strategy to reality
Maria Rosendahl
Teknikföretagen
Follow up: Shaping a new tech agenda
Following the discussion on "Shaping a New Tech Agenda," Maria Rosendahl, Head of Policy at Teknikföretagen, reflects on the bold actions needed to maintain Sweden’s position as a global tech leader. This conversation is in Swedish.
Shaping a new tech agenda
What are the bold actions Sweden must take to stay on top?
Pia Sandvik
Teknikföretagen
Welcome to the new tech community
Why we started Tech Forward and why it matters.
Fast forwarding innovation
Driving tech progress in uncertain times
Join the experts at our open roundtables during Techarena 2025
Listen in to our roundtables next to the Arena Stage and apply for an open seat to join the experts around the table.
Zero emissions, zero collisions, zero friction: rethinking the future of transport
In this conversation, representatives from Scania, Zenseact, Teknikföretagen and Elonroad explore how electrification, autonomy, and connectivity are converging to reshape heavy transport and logistics.
Meetup in Linköping: Which decisions can you delegate to AI – and when do you need to step in?
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Johnny Jute
Toyota Material Handling Manufacturing
Meetup in Linköping: From GPT-3.5 to an AI-driven way of working – how Toyota Material Handling built its AI-first journey
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Oscar Spaak
Linköping Science Park
Meetup in Linköping: Where is AI heading next – and what does it mean for your company?
This session is part of our meetup in Linköping on April 21, where we explored how AI is reshaping technology companies in practice, hosted by Impact Loop and Teknikföretagen.
Erik Slottner
Swedish Government
AI & Power: a conversation with Erik Slottner
We sit down with Erik Slottner, Sweden’s Minister for Public Administration, to discuss the government’s AI strategy, AI’s impact on society and the economy, and why Sweden is investing in a Swedish language model.
Energy loop meetup: Secure the business 2026
Energy Meetup: Securing Business and Capital 2026 – Energy and Industry in Focus
Energy loop meetup: Secure the capital 2026
Energy Meetup: Securing Business and Capital 2026 – Energy and Industry in Focus
Eric Jaremalm
Midsummer
Energy loop meetup: How Midsummer Secured a Partnership with SAAB – Key Lessons and Insights
Energy Meetup: Securing Business and Capital 2026 – Energy and Industry in Focus
Circular Economy & The Future of Consumption
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
Intelligent Impact: How Tech & AI Scale Sustainability
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
Teun van de Keuken
Tony's Chocolonely
How to change the world - Starting with a chocolate bar
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
How the co-CEO model really works — Lessons from two tech companies
The co-CEO model, running a company with two chief executives, is gaining ground in the tech world.
Building dual-use companies: Lessons from two tech founders
Emma Lönn (Acerni) and Jonas Nyvang (Stilfold) share their journeys, lessons, and the challenges of raising capital as dual-use companies.
How do we secure ‘the future of Swedish competitiveness’ in space?
- A roundtable discussion inspired by the (space-related) conclusions from the "Draghi" report
Jessica Rosencrantz
Swedish Government
Less admin, more innovation - Jessica Rosencrantz on EU’s new simplification push
The EU is introducing a new simplification package that could ease the regulatory load for companies working with AI and advanced tech.
Industrial Metaverse - where game tech and tech industry converge
Immersive simulations and collaborative digital twins, VR-driven product development and game engine-powered design workflows — the Industrial Metaverse is no longer a distant vision or abstract concept. It’s already here, emerging at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, visualization, and game technology.
Defense Tech: Lessons from a Swedish accelerator program
How do we accelerate defense tech innovation in practice? Vinnova’s ”Accelerator Program for Civil-Military Innovations” was established to test new ways of driving innovation in the Swedish defense sector.
Leading the Road to Zero – The Benefits of Staying Ahead
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
Green Advantage - Turning Sustainability into Europe’s Competitive Edge
Techarena Zero is an exclusive event for the leaders in business, politics and academia that will impact the tomorrow.
Live from Science Week x Sveriges Innovationsriksdag
Tech Forward brings you highlights from Science Week x Sveriges innovationsriksdag, October 7–9. Join the conversations live, straight to your screen.
Walter R. Stahel
The Product-Life Institute Geneva
The power of circular business models: a conversation with Walter R. Stahel
The circular economy isn’t just theory – it’s a radical shift in how we design, use, and value resources. In this opening conversation, we sit down with Walter R. Stahel – architect, economist, and one of the founding voices of the circular economy.
How can NewSpace get started in Sweden?
Join our fireside chat to explore how NewSpace can take off in Sweden. Together with space expert Aaron Dinardi (formerly SpaceX) we’ll dive into what NewSpace is, why it matters, and the steps needed to make it a reality in Sweden.
The Swedish gaming industry as a driver of innovation
The Swedish gaming industry is not only one of the country’s most successful creative exports - it also serves as a powerful driver of innovation across technology, design, business models, and digital experiences.
Tech Roadmap
Sweden’s tech sector is growing – but to keep up the pace, we need to remove the roadblocks
Defense Tech: More innovation, less time – how do we solve it?
Innovation is no longer just about progress – it’s about resilience
Live from Impact Loop's BUILD
Coming to you live from Impact Loop's BUILD 2025 - bringing the event to you wherever you are!
No hands on deck
A meetup with Impact Loop on how AI agents are moving from assistants to decision-makers – reshaping strategy, operations, and sustainability in tech.
Leading through innovation
Sweden has everything it takes to lead the world in research, innovation, and knowledge. But how do we turn that potential into real progress?
Data centres in development
Jon Summers, lead researcher for data centres at RISE, presented how the data centre of the future meets energy needs, cooling challenges and sustainability requirements.
Intelligence is physical
RISE Computer Science Open House 2025: Kristina Höök, researcher at KTH, discussed how AI can be designed with and for our intelligent bodies, focusing on meaning-making, aesthetics and ethics.
AI in space
RISE Computer Science Open House 2025: Marcus Wandt, astronaut and CIO at SAAB and Tobias Edman, unit manager at RISE talks about the opportunities in the meeting between AI and space technology.
Closing the circle
Unlocking the potential of smart and sustainable materials.
Making the big shift
The transition to a green energy future is more than an environmental necessity – it’s a chance to harness technology for a sustainable future.
Leveraging the right bets
Moving from tech vision and strategy to reality
Maria Rosendahl
Teknikföretagen
Follow up: Shaping a new tech agenda
Following the discussion on "Shaping a New Tech Agenda," Maria Rosendahl, Head of Policy at Teknikföretagen, reflects on the bold actions needed to maintain Sweden’s position as a global tech leader. This conversation is in Swedish.
Shaping a new tech agenda
What are the bold actions Sweden must take to stay on top?
Pia Sandvik
Teknikföretagen
Welcome to the new tech community
Why we started Tech Forward and why it matters.
Fast forwarding innovation
Driving tech progress in uncertain times
Join the experts at our open roundtables during Techarena 2025
Listen in to our roundtables next to the Arena Stage and apply for an open seat to join the experts around the table.
More to come
We'll be hosting a dynamic program of interactive digital and live events at techforward.se as well as key industry summits.