The Nordic startups and scaleups to watch in 2022

One of the most active ecosystems in Europe, the Nordics have fostered some of the continent’s finest startups — including giants of the likes of Klarna, Pleo, Aiven, and Oda, as well as 15 more unicorns.

Four out of five countries had record-breaking spells in 2021, with the highest aggregate funding ever recorded in the region and some of the largest rounds in Europe. Even in view of unstable market conditions, Nordic startups are going strength to strength to consolidate their presence across the continent. Sifted ranked the most promising amongst them, including new faces, rising stars, and under-the-radar players.

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