The Tech Forward Podcast

A podcast series with Tomas Seo, innovation strategist at Phorecast, where he shares events, discoveries, and new technologies that make him exclaim: This changes everything! This time, Rebecca brings a topic to Tomas: Are companies the new AI problem? Inspired by a concept recently featured in Y Combinator's Request for Startups, they explore the idea of the Company Brain and discuss why organizational knowledge, data, and internal processes may be the biggest obstacles to realizing AI’s full potential.

Tech Forward·Company Brain

#16 · 55 min · 9 jun 2026

About global collaboration, innovation and the next innovation mindsetSweden is often described as one of the world’s most innovative countries. But what happens when we look at ourselves through international glasses?In a world shaped by AI, digital transformation and geopolitical uncertainty innovation is no longer only national — it’s global. So how do we make sure Sweden stays competitive? And how can Sweden combine its strengths with greater ambition, speed and global reach? Helena Samsioe, founder and CEO of Globhe. Globhe enables better decisions through drone data and are currently cover 150 countries. Joakim Skog - Head of Emerging Futures and Technologies, Vinnova – Nordic Innovation House Palo Alto About this podcast serieAdvanced Focus Talks is a podcast series with the research and innovation program Advanced Digitalisation. Each episode explores technologies, innovations emerging from their projects, and collaborations shaping the future of digital transformation. Together with leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs, we discuss how new ways of working can accelerate innovation and how advanced digitalisation is driving tomorrow’s impact. Advanced Focus Talks hosted by Paulina ModlitbaPaulina is a swedish tech and AI thought leader and board professional shaping the future of innovation. Former MIT/KTH researcher and long-time advisor helping companies and leaders navigate technological change.

Tech Forward

#15 · 34 min · 2 jun 2026

The EU is introducing a new simplification package that could ease the regulatory load for companies working with AI and advanced tech. In this short conversation, Sweden’s Minister for EU Affairs, Jessica Rosencrantz, breaks down why parts of the AI Act may be paused, why GDPR is back on the table, and what these shifts could mean for Europe’s competitiveness — and for the innovators building the future. Originally recorded as a webinar at Tech Forward.

Tech Forward

#14 · 5 min · 19 maj 2026

The co-CEO model - having two chief executives - is becoming increasingly common in the tech world. Many highlight the advantages, while critics warn it can create uncertainty. In this session, we meet two founders and CEOs who have chosen the co-CEO setup. They’ll share what it really takes to make it work - and when leading solo might be the better option. Marta Sjögren Co-founder & Co-CEO, Paebbl Svante Horn Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Scandinavian Data Centers Host: Camilla Bergman CEO & Founder, Loop Media Originally recorded as a webinar at Tech Forward.

Tech Forward

#13 · 43 min · 12 maj 2026

A fossil-free industry is built through flexibility and optimisation. Industry needs access to electricity when it’s needed, and where it’s needed. It’s not only about having access to power. It’s about using electricity in smarter and in more adaptive ways. So the question is: What are the conditions required to make energy flexibility actually happen? And what role does digitalisation play? Magnus Kuschel - Innovation leader Innovatum and project manager AIDE Emma Hellström - Chief Strategy Officer, Flower Stephan Stålered - Senior Ecosystem Manager, Ellevio About this podcast serie Advanced Focus Talks is a podcast series with the research and innovation program Advanced Digitalisation. Each episode explores technologies, innovations emerging from their projects, and collaborations shaping the future of digital transformation. Together with leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs, we discuss how new ways of working can accelerate innovation and how advanced digitalisation is driving tomorrow’s impact. Advanced Focus Talks hosted by Paulina Modlitba Paulina is a swedish tech and AI thought leader and board professional shaping the future of innovation. Former MIT/KTH researcher and long-time advisor helping companies and leaders navigate technological change.

Tech Forward

#12 · 34 min · 5 maj 2026

This episode is part of the podcast series together with “Detta förändrar ju allt!”. A podcast series with Tomas Seo, innovation strategist at Phorecast, where he shares events, discoveries, and new technologies that make him exclaim: This changes everything!

Tech Forward

#11 · 44 min · 30 apr 2026

XR is everywhere right now. But what breakthroughs are actually taking us to the next level?What does XR mean in day-to-day work? And how do we turn XR from an exciting technology into real impact? Can XR transform industrial learning at scale? Oscar Thaung, Founder, AugmentedRealm Emma Sjögren, Virtual Experiences Manager at Ericsson David Granberg, Learner Experience Designer Ericsson Host: Paulina Modlitba About this podcast serie Advanced Focus Talks is a podcast series with the research and innovation program Advanced Digitalisation. Each episode explores technologies, innovations emerging from their projects, and collaborations shaping the future of digital transformation. Together with leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs, we discuss how new ways of working can accelerate innovation and how advanced digitalisation is driving tomorrow’s impact. Advanced Focus Talks hosted by Paulina Modlitba Paulina is a swedish tech and AI thought leader and board professional shaping the future of innovation. Former MIT/KTH researcher and long-time advisor helping companies and leaders navigate technological change.

Tech Forward

#10 · 27 min · 21 apr 2026

Together with Aaron Dinardi, formerly of SpaceX and now a Sweden-based space consultant, we explore why NewSpace matters, what it actually is, and what needs to change for it to take off in Sweden. Originally recorded as a webinar at Tech Forward.

Tech Forward

#9 · 34 min · 14 apr 2026

AI is moving fast and the need for data sharing across organisational boundaries has never been more critical. For large, medium and small companies collaboration is no longer optional - it’s essential to remain competitive and drive transformation. So how do we turn AI from technology into real impact? Magnus Björsne - CEO BioVentureHub AstraZeneca Sofi Elfving - CEO & Founder Substorm Mattias Ripoll - CEO & Founder SynData Host: Paulina Modlitba This is a conversation recorded at Techarena 2026. About this podcast serie Advanced Focus Talks is a podcast series with the research and innovation program Advanced Digitalisation. Each episode explores technologies, innovations emerging from their projects, and collaborations shaping the future of digital transformation. Together with leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs, we discuss how new ways of working can accelerate innovation and how advanced digitalisation is driving tomorrow’s impact. Advanced Focus Talks hosted by Paulina Modlitba Paulina is a swedish tech and AI thought leader and board professional shaping the future of innovation. Former MIT/KTH researcher and long-time advisor helping companies and leaders navigate technological change.

Tech Forward

#8 · 28 min · 1 apr 2026

Sweden has a strong tradition of innovation but courage and speed are becoming just as critical as quality and reliability. So how do you innovate at speed in environments where failure is not an option? Why do courage and speed matter when it comes to reaching the next level — and how do you make that work in practice? Tomas Becklin - Co-founder & CTO, Flox Intelligence Angelica Persson - Head of System Integration, Counter-UAS, Saab Host: Paulina Modlitba This is a conversation recorded at Techarena 2026. About this podcast serie Advanced Focus Talks is a podcast series with the research and innovation program Advanced Digitalisation. Each episode explores technologies, innovations emerging from their projects, and collaborations shaping the future of digital transformation. Together with leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs, we discuss how new ways of working can accelerate innovation and how advanced digitalisation is driving tomorrow’s impact. Advanced Focus Talks hosted by Paulina Modlitba Paulina is a swedish tech and AI thought leader and board professional shaping the future of innovation. Former MIT/KTH researcher and long-time advisor helping companies and leaders navigate technological change.

Tech Forward

#7 · 28 min · 24 mar 2026

This episode marks the start of a new podcast series together with “Detta förändrar ju allt!”. A podcast series with Tomas Seo, innovation strategist at Phorecast, where he shares events, discoveries, and new technologies that make him exclaim: This changes everything!

Tech Forward

#6 · 36 min · 18 mar 2026

Richard Eklund, Co-founder and CTO of Engrate, shares how digital platforms and AI can help energy companies simplify complex energy systems and power tariffs. This is a conversation recorded at Techarena 2026.

Tech Forward

#5 · 30 min · 10 mar 2026

What happens when leadership meets AI? Klara Ljungqvist, CEO & Founder of People Heart Business, explains how AI twins can unlock sharper decisions, deeper self-awareness, and a new way to lead. This is a conversation recorded at Techarena 2026.

Tech Forward

#4 · 46 min · 3 mar 2026

Together with Jessica Öberg, CEO Combitech, Niklas Boman, Founder & CEO Seapattern & Patrik Sandberg, Policy expert - digitalization Teknikföretagen This is a conversation recorded at Techarena 2026.

Tech Forward

#3 · 27 min · 16 feb 2026

Tomas Seo, Creative Director at Swecial, shares his key insight from Techarena.

Tech Forward

#2 · 27 min · 16 feb 2026

Dual-use technologies – serving both civilian and defense purposes – are reshaping how we think about innovation and impact. What happens when companies working in agtech and mobility start exploring defense applications as an additional path for their technology? Emma Lönn (Acerni) and Jonas Nyvang (Stilfold) share their journeys, lessons, and the challenges of raising capital as dual-use companies.

Tech Forward

#1 · 34 min · 10 feb 2026