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Good News from Finland spoke to Sami Tallberg, an ambassador of Finnish wild food, about “nature’s supermarket”, his new restaurant project and what the future holds.

After years spent working in high-profile restaurants around the world, wild food has become Sami Tallberg’s “ikigai”, his reason for being.

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“Wild food isn’t just a privilege of rich people or fancy restaurants, it’s an everyman’s right”, Sami Tallberg states

We caught up with author Katja Pantzar to discuss the power of simple actions, the modern definition of sisu and her new projects underway.

After moving to Finland, author Katja Pantzar has turned her discoveries on Nordic-style wellbeing into two books and numerous media appearances globally. We caught up with Katja to discuss the power of simple actions, the modern definition of sisu and her new projects.

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“The meaning of sisu lives, grows and changes,” says Katja Pantzar

Long-distance runner Nina Chydenius is used to hard work, dedication and dreaming big. She also helps young athletes struggling with eating disorders.

Long-distance runner Nina Chydenius is used to hard work, dedication and dreaming big. Still, it isn’t only the 2024 Summer Olympics she has set in her sights, but also helping young athletes struggling with eating disorders.

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“Eating disorders are common in sports, but their treatment is focused too much on how to eat,” says Nina Chydenius

Signmark was catapulted to fame as the first deaf musician to sign an international record deal. His recipe for success? Focusing on things that matter and 100 per cent commitment.

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“Sign language should be considered a minority language, not a disability,” says Signmark

Behind the jewellery brand Chao & Eero is a designer couple Chao-Hsien Kuo and Eero Hintsanen, who share a passion for unique wearable pieces. We talked with the duo about their creative process and different design aesthetics.

Behind the jewellery brand Chao & Eero is a designer couple Chao-Hsien Kuo and Eero Hintsanen, who share a passion for unique wearable pieces.

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“Our styles are like the two sides of Finland,” say Chao-Hsien Kuo and Eero Hintsanen

Siamäk Naghian has taken the long road home and found meaning living in Iisalmi and working as the CEO of Genelec.

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“Without art and music, life would be soulless,” ponders Siamäk Naghian

IQM CEO Jan Goetz describes his transition from an academic career to deep-tech entrepreneurship as “being thrown into cold water”. It has meant learning many things on the fly, but Goetz has also found surprising similarities between the two. Good News from Finland talked with him about the future of quantum computers, maintaining a work-life balance and how a PhD can teach entrepreneurial skills.

IQM CEO Jan Goetz describes his transition from an academic career to deep-tech entrepreneurship as “being thrown into cold water”. It has meant learning many things on the fly, but Goetz has also found surprising similarities between the two. 

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“There are many problems so complicated that classical computers will never be able to solve them,” says Jan Goetz

Learning by doing is a mantra that has propelled Ronny Eriksson to pursue a range of things.

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“We should all be a bit more ambitious,” declares Ronny Eriksson

Finnish actor and filmmaker Max Ovaska is equally at home in front of the camera as he is behind it. You probably won’t hear him bragging about it, however.

Known for his roles in Deadwind, Bordertown, and Heavy Trip, Finnish actor Max Ovaska is now making waves behind the camera. His directorial debut, Carrier, explores bold storytelling as he continues to shape Finland's film industry.

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Max Ovaska: “There’s still truth in the stereotype of Finns being silent."

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Bunny-eared trainers and lollipop heels made shoe designer Minna Parikka a household name among global celebrities and influencers. At the peak of her success, she then quit her brand.

Finnish shoe designer Minna Parikka shares her thoughts on her creative process, discussing her innovative designs, inspiration and her ongoing pursuit of reinvention. 

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“I get bored very easily with things,” says Minna Parikka

In the land of frozen seas and perpetual darkness, two outsiders have defied the odds and put Finland on the international wine map. 

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“We've captured the essence of the Finnish berries in our wine,” say Paola Guerrero de Cohen and David Cohen

2024

Eicca Toppinen, the Finnish cellist and co-founder of Apocalyptica, is a perfect embodiment of the cutting-edge Finnish heavy metal scene.


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“We should find again our respect for nature and the fact that we are part of everything surrounding us,” says Eicca Toppinen

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There are numerous services available in Finland for international talent looking to climb the career ladder or pursue entrepreneurship.

Finding meaningful employment in a foreign country can be a daunting task for anyone. We take a look at the numerous services available in Finland for international talent looking to climb the career ladder or pursue entrepreneurship. 

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Finland works to retain its international talent

As Finland faces a talent shortage, more companies are considering hiring international talent. The benefits are clear, including diverse expertise, faster problem-solving, increased creativity and richer cultural experiences.

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International talents boost innovation and problem-solving

Every November, the Slush startup event in Helsinki becomes the heart of Europe's tech ecosystem. This year, Finnish companies made a splash in a variety of industries including health, food, sustainability, work life and even quantum computing. 

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Future-proof innovations emerge from Finland

The next decade promises greater connectivity than the world has ever seen. What does 6G mean, exactly, and how is Finland leading the charge for the future of communications?

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Finnish companies connect the dots for 6G

Finland remains the world’s happiest country – what implications does this have for the local entrepreneurial spirit?

Find happiness in entrepreneurship- Finland ranks high as a startup hub, providing opportunities for new businesses to flourish.

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Happiness is starting your own business in Finland

Finland’s critical comms ecosystem is preparing for a broadband upgrade to its pioneering and world-leading public safety network, Virve.

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Co-operation is key to Finland’s critical communications success

As the next wireless era looms, Finnish expertise is driving higher speeds, lowered latency, expanded capacity and fortified security against cyber threats.

Finnish collaborative expertise spearheads the upcoming 6G era, bringing faster speeds, reduced latency, increased capacity and enhanced security against cyber threats.

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Finland is happy to connect with 6G

Finnish scaleups have shown their resilience to economic headwinds by continuing to grow and improving their bottom line. 

An analysis by the Finnish daily Helsingin Sanomat shows that leading Finnish scaleups grew and increased their bottom line despite the economic turbulence of 2023.

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Major Finnish scaleups unfazed by economic headwinds

Speakers at Vaasa EnergyWeek in 2024 outlined Finland’s current and future role in the green transition, as a leader in battery and hydrogen solutions.

Finnish battery and hydrogen solutions garnered attention at the recent Vaasa EnergyWeek.

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Finland is charged up about the green transition

Some of Finland’s biggest brands were established by newcomers to the country – a trend that shows no signs abating in the local food and beverage industry.

Discover how immigrant entrepreneurs are transforming Finland’s food and beverage industry, from craft beer to sustainable coffee, with a fresh global perspective

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International perspective is food for thought in Finland

Finland’s approach to generative AI is developing rapidly, transforming business and language models and pioneering game development.

Explore Finland's rise in AI innovation, from transformative language models and secure enterprise solutions to groundbreaking game development. Finnish companies like Silo AI, Root Signals and ConfidentialMind are paving the way for a robust AI ecosystem in Europe.

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Finnish companies generate innovation with AI

2025

Finland continues to make transport a greener proposition – be it by air, water or land.

Discover how Finland is leading the global green transition with innovations in sustainable transport, clean energy, and eco-friendly technologies. 

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Finland powers through green transition

Finland is positioning itself as a global leader in the green hydrogen economy, with ambitious development transforming the energy landscape backed by cutting-edge innovation and a collaborative approach.

Discover Finland’s leadership in hydrogen energy and green hydrogen, driving green energy and renewable energy solutions for a sustainable future.

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Finland’s hydrogen sector is energised by collaboration

Academic research forms the foundation of Finland’s space economy, with growing efforts to translate research into business.

Explore Finland's growing space sector, from cutting-edge satellite technology by ICEYE and Kuva Space to ESA-backed research initiatives and Finland's role in NASA’s Artemis mission. Discover how Finnish expertise is shaping the future of space exploration and Earth observation.

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Finland’s space industry takes off

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Five from Finland

It’s that time of the year again. Holidays are coming, carols are playing, and it’s time to stake stock of our most read articles in 2021.

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Our most popular stories in 2021

2021 has shaped up to be a banner year for Finnish entrepreneurship, with many innovative local companies focusing on growth and attracting serious investments.

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2021’s biggest investment rounds

Sustainable development, wellbeing of women, happiness, healthcare and startups – Finland has been recognised in a wide range of global indices over the past 12 months.

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Top index rankings for 2021

Finnish experts have come up with a wide range of solutions to create healthier living environments and protect us from harmful bacteria, viruses, yeasts and moulds.

Finnish experts have come up with a wide range of innovative products and solutions to create healthier living environments and protect us from harmful bacteria, viruses, yeasts and moulds.

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Infection prevention and control

Listen up! These Finnish companies are worth hearing about.

Listen up! These five Finnish companies are worth hearing about. 

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Audio-related innovations

Whether used in education, healthcare, business, charity or raising social awareness, games can do much more than simply entertain us.

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Games with a purpose

Designed to improve the quality of patient care, prevent diseases, maintain health and facilitate diagnosis, wearable devices are gaining more and more popularity among both health-conscious consumers and healthcare professionals.

Finland has long been at the heart of global wearable technology development. Today, one of the most promising markets for the industry is in the healthcare sector, with Finland leading by example.

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Wearable healthtech from Finland

These five Finnish cities and towns have turned heads for their commitment to environmental sustainability and global competitiveness as travel destinations.

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Finnish cities and towns making headlines

More and more Finnish enterprises and research organisations are seeking new business opportunities for producing and applying space solutions that benefit the planet and humanity.

With the space industry on the rise, more and more Finnish enterprises and research organisations are seeking new business opportunities for producing and applying space solutions that benefit the planet and humanity.

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Space technology

Finnish tech professionals have a lot on offer for property owners, real estate developers and housing companies seeking to adopt energy-thrifty solutions that benefit both the wallet and the planet. 

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Energy efficiency in buildings 

These five Finnish solutions seek to help to stop the bullying, abuse and harassment that takes place in both the physical and online worlds.

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Preventing bullying, offline and online

If the idea of giving clothes a second life fits you well, try this Finnish quintet on for size.

These Finnish online services, shops and brands are worth a second look for their efforts to promote second-hand fashion.

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Second-hand fashion in Finland

Synonymous with pure nature, Finland is offering many nature-based beauty and health remedies that are making an impression around the world.

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Beauty and health from nature

The selection of vegetarian and vegan options in supermarkets has grown remarkably in the past few years. In Finland, an increasing number of these alternatives are of local produce.

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Veggie delights

Finnish innovators have developed some smart tools to better predict and prepare for various weather events, as well as to improve people’s everyday life, come rain or shine.

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Weather-related solutions

Get creative and maintain peace of mind with these five ways to learn music developed in Finland.

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Apps for music learning

Whether it’s bottling, purifying, filtering, monitoring or capturing its energy, Finnish companies have a taste for water-related innovations.

Whether it’s bottling, purifying, filtering, monitoring or capturing energy, Finnish companies have a taste for water-related innovations.

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Solutions with water

Developed in Finland, this range of language solutions provide ways to be understood and keep ourselves busy in these turbulent times.

Developed in Finland, this range of language solutions provides ways to be understood and keep ourselves busy in these turbulent times.

How a British entrepreneur and his Finnish wife built a thriving cottage rental business in Finland

Coffee-related innovations from Finland

How women in Finland are reshaping business and research with real-world impact

Finland’s space industry takes off

Work-life balance, prioritising family, and humble efficiency at the office – Finland just works for Hannah

Leading sustainable fashion brands in Finland: Eco-friendly clothing with purpose

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