Ignite Matchday at SIR2026

Unlock strategic partnerships with AI startups!

Is your organization exploring how AI can solve your innovation challenges? As every year, Ignite Sweden will host a matchmaking session at Sveriges Innovationsriksdag where established organizations can engage with top Swedish startups developing applied AI solutions ready for real-world implementation.

• Discover innovative AI technologies for a wide range of sectors
• Connect in person with up to seven Swedish startups working to shape the future
• Each startup is carefully matched to your specific needs and goals
• Maximize your participation by attending the conference Sveriges Innovationsriksdag

This matchmaking is arranged by Ignite Sweden in collaboration with SISP – Swedish Incubators and Science Parks and Skövde Science Park as part of Sveriges Innovationsriksdag 2026.


Applications for startups close on April 26

Important information for startups

It is important that you indicate which of the challenges you target when you apply to this matchmaking session. The list will be available a week before applications for startups close. Please note that we cannot guarantee that you will get any matches at this event. This event is exclusive for startups established in Sweden.
Your participation is funded by Vinnova (referred to as “Verifieringsmedel” in Swedish) to support the commercialization of your innovation, covering the cost of the matchmaking process (Customer Validation Sprint). The funding allocated will be 20,000 SEK per “sprint” (i.e., each facilitated customer meeting). Participants will be required to sign a consent form allowing Ignite Sweden to receive this funding.
Click here to read more about this funding