​Understanding the market, the buyers and the next cybersecurity opportunities

​Where are the biggest opportunities in cybersecurity - and what does the market actually need?

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This session explores cybersecurity through the eyes of the organizations buying, building, and implementing security solutions. Gain perspectives on the Danish security tech ecosystem, real-world security priorities, AI and security, and the challenges of bringing cybersecurity solutions to market.

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For investors, understanding the customer and the market is key to understanding the opportunity. The session brings together perspectives from across the cybersecurity ecosystem to help you better assess market needs, commercial potential, and the realities facing cybersecurity startups and their customers.

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Program

​14:00 - Arrival and networking

​14:30 - Welcome by Startup Aarhus

​14:40 - An introduction to STS and the ecosystem in an aorund Aarhus
Peer Kristensen from Security Tech Space will share insights into the key players, collaborations, opportunities and challenges driving this development, and where he sees the cyber ecosystem in Aarhus is heading next.

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​15:00 - The industry perspective
How does a large organisation like Norlys adopt new services while keeping security at the forefront? Kasper Tindbæk, CISO at Norlys, will share insights into how they work with new technologies.

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​15:35 - AI and security
AI and security is a very hot topic at the moment. Daniel Skov Jacobsen, Founder Bastio AI and Serpwise AI, will share insights into what's happening in this part of the market.

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​16:10 - The startup perspective on accessing the market
How does the market look from a startup perspective, and how can startups best navigate an increasingly complex and fast-moving landscape? Anders Søndergaard, former co-founder of Coana will share his experience and insights on this topic.

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​17:00 - End of day

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‍Who is this for?

​Cyber Angel Academy is designed for current and potential investors who want to strengthen their understanding of cybersecurity and their ability to identify and evaluate promising startups.

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Participation is free of charge, but registration is required. Make sure to register by October 14 to secure your spot.

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From Idea to Business is a practical three-session programme designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage founders who want to take their business idea to the next level.

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Through hands-on exercises, expert guidance and peer networking, you'll learn how to test your idea, understand your market, reach potential customers and turn your concept into a viable business.

The programme is open to entrepreneurs with a concrete business idea, whether or not they have registered a company.

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Practical information:

• Duration: 3 sessions
• Application deadline: 9 October 2026, 12:00
• Participation: Up to 20 participants
• Cost: Minimum 60 hours of registered participation or a fee of DKK 2,000 + VAT

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Application required. Places are limited.

Organised by Virksomhedsudvikling Danmark and Erhvervshusene.

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