Key insights from Techarena
Recorded live from Techarenan, this episode features Tomas Seo — author of the DFJA newsletter — sharing his perspective on startups, capital, and the evolving Nordic tech ecosystem.
Drawing on his experience supporting founders and growth companies, Tomas unpacks the key signals and trends emerging from Techarena 2026. Together, we explore what’s shaping the tech landscape right now — and what leaders across the ecosystem should be paying attention to next.
Guests
Tomas SeoDFJA newsletter - Founder and Author
Hosts
Rebecca LundinTeknikföretagen - Communications officer
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