Probably not, Silicon Valley will always be Silicon Valley, BUT there are similarities and the innovation in web and mobile is definitely world class! Check out this clip from TelecomTV for some perspectives and interviews with some of the most innovative entrepreneurs - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuE38_CHKfg&NR=1

On the 14th of May this year, the first of a recurring set of ThoughtMade events will be held at Inkonst in Malmö.

With the help of cutting edge interactive installations and internationally acclaimed speakers, ThoughtMade aspires to become a meeting place for innovators of all creeds in the Öresund region. ThoughtMade is inspired by Mindshare LA, a Los Angeles innovation party of similar format that has won great acclaim. Inspiration also comes from the MAKE-movement, expected to lead the next great wave of innovation in the US.

Among the speakers is Chris Hughes, MAKE-movement evangelizer and iPhone hacker currently involved at Syyn Labs, who will hold one of three short inspirational talks. To spark discussion and ideas, cutting edge-innovations such as the RepRap 3d printer and awe-inspiring interactive installations will be an integral part of the evening. Entrance to the event is free of charge, but to retain an intimate environment the number of tickets is limited to 300.

Sign up at www.thoughtmade.com.

Questions? Contact Petter Palander, +46 730-82 22 40

Successful collaboration between health care providers, universities, trade and industry within and between regions and countries promotes development and progress. That is the focus of ALEC 2010.

Here you can personally meet decision makers from different regions of Europe, representatives of the health and medical sector, universities, trade and industry as well as experts on e-health from the European Commission, the Swedish Ministry of Health and Social Affairs and other European players. They are eager to share their experience and to discuss the benefits, as well as challenges, encountered in their work with e-health: the health and medical care of the future.

Click here for the event’s home page or contact Matz Engman at Aurorum for more information.

Invest in Sweden is arranging meetings with Swedish Mobile Innovation companies at MWC in Barcelona, 15 to 18 February 2010. Are you looking for new technologies, innovative services or the latest in mobility? Do what Google, Qualcomm, HTC, Samsung and others did last year – use our service free of charge.

Through our simple “Define, Search and Meet” service you can meet the latest mobile innovation that fits your needs at MWC.

1. Define – you define what you are looking for in terms of wireless innovation. Specific technology, prefered type of partnership etc.
2. Search – We use our network to find options for you. We present a long list of companies you should meet.
3. Meet – You choose from the list and we set up the meetings for you at a time you specify

To register for “Define, Search and Meet” contact Fredrik Gisle, Invest in Sweden, fredrik.gisle@isa.se, Mobile: +46 70 349 99 30

Come meet with exciting new tech start-ups and experienced entrepreneurs at Innovation & Technology in Kista on May 6th!

Innovation & Technology will be held in Stockholm/Kista on May 6^th. 26 of Sweden´s most promising tech start-ups present their innovative ideas and products at the exhibition, and one company will be the winner of Innovation & Technology Award which will be handed out during the prize ceremony at the end of the day. The winner will be awarded 150 000 SEK.

For you, as an investor coming from outside of Sweden, Innovation & Technology will provide a good insight into technology trends in the Nordics, numerous opportunities to meet Sweden’s aspiring technology entrepreneurs as well as the majority of the Nordic venture capital community. Here is the list of technology companies exhibiting: companies-at-it-2009-eng

We can also assist you in setting up meetings with entrepreneurs and/or some of the vc:s in Stockholm.

We look forward to welcoming you to Stockholm in May!

More information and registration here.

13 companies from Sweden made it to the Red Herring 100 Europe list this year. For the complete list and information about the companies click this link.

Welcome to Invest in Sweden Agency´s web for the IT and Telecom industry. This is where you find opportunities for investment, technology transfer and sourcing from one of the top ICT nations of the world – Sweden.

I am responsible for the IT and Telecoms business area at Invest in Sweden Agency and you are welcome to our updated site. Please contact me if you have any questions.

Niklas Johnsson, niklas.johnsson@isa.se, Mobile: +46 702 697 642