Sweden, a country renowned for its high quality of life and advanced welfare state, is increasingly becoming a hub for innovative social startups. These enterprises utilize cutting-edge technologies and novel business models to address important social issues, encompassing all from AI and HR to marketing and entertainment. This article will explore 15 unique social startups in Sweden that are making waves in their respective sectors and transforming society in the process.
The Swedish social startup ecosystem is characterised by diversity and innovation. The companies detailed below represent a cross-section of this dynamic landscape, spanning various sectors and driven by pioneering entrepreneurs. These ventures are harnessing the power of technology and ideas to create new products, services, and solutions that address social challenges, solve real-world problems, and deliver tangible value to their customers.
From global startups to local change-makers, the impact of these companies can be felt far beyond Sweden’s borders. Whether they are using AI to revolutionize recruitment or creating an audio-only social media app, these startups are challenging the status quo and creating a better world. Let’s delve into the fascinating world of Swedish social startups.
Tengai
Tengai is a revolutionary startup that merges AI and HR to validate and bias-free screening through automatic two-way dialogues. Founded by Elin Öberg Mårtenzon, Tengai ushers in a new era of conversational AI for recruiting, using machine learning and robotics.
Wiser Media
Founders Arda Bayazit, Emre Cubukcu, and Nilsu Derici are behind Wiser Media, a social curation platform and discovery tool for podcasts, videos, and articles, focusing on the education sector.
ARC
ARC is a consulting group that drives digital growth by transforming businesses and brands, aligning advertising, management consulting, marketing, and the power of social media.
Qiwio
Founded by Amin El-Bekry, Qiwio offers video hosting & management services, specializing in online marketing, video analytics, and social media marketing.
Mediakoncept i Sverige AB – Media Agency Sweden
Mediakoncept is a customer-focused agency that aids organizations to reach high growth goals, emphasizing advertising, digital marketing, SEO, and innovative social media marketing tactics.
Digikik
Digikik Media is a full-service ecommerce agency that offers guidance, planning, and execution to grow brands of all sizes, using the power of social media, web design, advertising, SEO, and marketing.
Bookself
Bookself is an app created by Jessica Mansourati and Miles Scherrer where users discover literary recommendations from inspiring individuals.
Angelchat
Developed by Johan Bergenudd and Karolina Öman, Angelchat addresses mental health by connecting those who identify similar experiences via their mobile app.
Starprise
Entrepreneur Eyad Al Nesrawi is the brains behind Starprise, a marketplace for personalised videos from your favorite celebrities, acknowledging the power of digital media and social media.
Vad Vi Vet
Journalist Per Grankvist started Vad Vi Vet, leading the Nordic frontier of explanatory journalism.
ML Webbyrå AB
ML Webbyrå AB offers high-performance marketing, web design, CRO, and SEO solutions to make businesses thrive, with a strong focus on social media.
Blisser
Blisser, founded by Andre Haug and Sara Fernstrom, is a digital platform where users can connect with talent working on climate change, global issues, and charitable causes through personal video messages.
VdoTok
VdoTok develops complex communication systems and easily use APIs, utilizing the innovative corners of social media and software to meet their clients’ needs.
Yibber
Carl Fridell and Zoran Ostojic created Yibber – an audio-only social media app. Users can record and post audios, connect with peers, join live conversations, and explore audio trends.
NomoFomo
NomoFomo caters global coverage through newsletters, lectures, reports, reconnaissance, podcasts, and TV programs, intertwining the realms of news, social media, and social news.
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