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June 6, 2025

Tech’s anti-ageing obsession hits Stockholm

The city is getting ready for its first major longevity event


Mimi Billing

5 min read

Bryan Johnson is the host for the Global Human Improvement Summit in Stockholm. Photo: Bryan Johnson

In the last few months, Stockholm has become one of the buzziest AI hubs in Europe. But that’s not all Stockholm entrepreneurs care about. Lately, some of them are increasingly focused on their health — and lifespan.

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Douglas Stark, founder of Helsa
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Julia Elf, founder of Elfcare
Julia Elf, founder of Elfcare
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Picture of Ash Pournouri
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Mimi Billing

Mimi Billing is Sifted's Europe editor, based in Stockholm. She covers the Nordics and can be found on X and LinkedIn

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