Opinion

September 20, 2021

How can smaller European tech hubs attract global talent?

Finland gives some clues as to how smaller tech hubs in Europe can poach the world's best.


Maria 01, Tapio Auvinen

This race for international talent in the technology sector is ongoing in Europe — even in places like Germany and Sweden that are already home to some of the most valuable tech companies on the continent. 

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