Sting

Sting Capital AB is a venture capital firm and accelerator based in Kista, Sweden, specializing in supporting start-ups. Founded in March 2005, Sting offers two main programs: Sting Incubate and Sting Accelerate. In the Sting Incubate program, the firm takes a 5% equity stake in participating companies over a 12-month period, typically supporting 15 to 20 companies annually, with a focus on sectors such as AI, deeptech, internet/media, health, sustainability, and games. Each team receives an initial grant of SEK 0.3 million, with potential additional funding. The Sting Accelerate program, lasting four months, involves a 2% equity stake and generally accommodates eight companies per batch, concentrated mainly on the internet/media sector. Sting Capital AB aims to help talented entrepreneurs turn their ideas into sustainable businesses by providing coaching, access to a network of investors and experts, and resources to enhance their growth and competitiveness on an international scale.