NordicNinja VC

NordicNinja VC is a new venture capital fund supporting scale-up goals in the New Nordics. They are a venture capital firm with over 100 million euros to supporting scale-up goals in the Nordic and Baltic region.

Shinichi Nikkuni

Managing Partner

Claes Mikko Nilsen

Investment Director

Ryo Ota

Associate

Jesse Saarela

Principal

Tomosaku Sohara

Managing Partner

Rainer Sternfeld

Managing Partner

Taiga Ueta

Associate

Past deals in Finland

Mosdex

Series A in 2022
Mosdex is a Fintech company that offers a staking-based arbitrage platform that generates daily passive income by scanning order books across multiple exchanges for the best arbitrage trades and distributing the profit through a proprietary profit-sharing model. Mosdex allows users to stake their BTC or USDT and act as virtual liquidity providers, removing the risks of traditional trading and earning recurring passive income.

MaaS Global

Series B in 2021
They at MaaS believe it’s time for transport to move on and get smarter. As the world’s first ever mobility operator, they’re set to make the biggest change in transport since affordable cars came to market. Their aim is to provide people an alternative to owning a car – an alternative that is not just equally good, but much better. By fulfilling people’s every travel need, complemented by attractive value added services, they are enabling a future of easy, efficient and sustainable mobility.

Varjo

Series C in 2020
Varjo Technologies develops headset capable of both virtual and augmented reality. It uses that phrase with two meanings in mind. For one thing, the company’s headset offers resolution in the center of the screen that is good enough to hide individual pixels. But the headset’s display also mimics how human vision works in general. The high-density displays occupies the center of the field of view in headset, and surrounds by lower-resolution displays at the left and right edges. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland.

Logmore

Series A in 2020
Logmore Oy, founded in 2017 and based in Jyväskylä, Finland, specializes in the development and manufacturing of QR code data loggers designed for logistics condition monitoring. The company provides small, cost-effective data loggers that monitor temperature, humidity, and location, catering primarily to the pharmaceutical and food industries. Logmore's cloud service, Logmore Cloud, enables efficient data collection and management through a mobile application, allowing users to access vital information by simply scanning the QR code with any smart device. This system facilitates rapid data uploads, enhancing the monitoring process and helping businesses minimize waste and spoilage of sensitive products. With a pricing model starting at 12€ per year per data logger, Logmore aims to reduce data logging costs while improving operational efficiency across various industries.

Sensible 4

Series A in 2020
Sensible 4 is a Finnish technology company specializing in autonomous driving solutions that address the challenges posed by varying weather conditions. The company has developed a full-stack autonomous driving software capable of transforming any vehicle into a self-driving unit, utilizing data from multiple sensors to ensure safe operation in adverse weather, such as snowfall and fog. In 2022, Sensible 4 plans to launch its first commercial all-weather software product, Dawn, designed for SAE level 4 driverless last-mile shuttles. The company's innovative technology enables seamless operation without the need for lane markings, facilitating autonomous transportation for goods and people, including industrial transport and delivery vehicles. Founded by pioneers in autonomous vehicle development, Sensible 4 has received recognition for its advancements, notably winning the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport in 2019.

Combinostics

Series A in 2019
Combinostics Oy is a Finnish company that specializes in the development and marketing of advanced tools for data-driven diagnostics, particularly in the area of neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tampere, the company offers software solutions designed to support clinical decision-making. Its product portfolio includes imaging biomarking solutions that facilitate the processing of MRI images, as well as the analysis of PET and CT images. These innovative tools aim to enhance diagnostic accuracy and efficiency in the medical field.

MaaS Global

Series B in 2019
They at MaaS believe it’s time for transport to move on and get smarter. As the world’s first ever mobility operator, they’re set to make the biggest change in transport since affordable cars came to market. Their aim is to provide people an alternative to owning a car – an alternative that is not just equally good, but much better. By fulfilling people’s every travel need, complemented by attractive value added services, they are enabling a future of easy, efficient and sustainable mobility.

Flexound Systems

Venture Round in 2019
Flexound Systems Oy, founded in 2013 and based in Espoo, Finland, specializes in the design and manufacture of innovative audio instruments. Initially developed as a therapeutic tool for children, the company's flagship product, Flexound® Xperience, combines high-quality sound with distributed vibration, enhancing the listening experience for users. Flexound's unique approach transforms ordinary music into an immersive experience, appealing to a broader audience beyond its original intent. The company sells its products in Finland, Norway, Denmark, and Germany, reflecting its growth ambitions and commitment to delivering engaging sound and feel experiences.