​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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Looking for funding to develop your software idea or project?

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Join this free webinar hosted by TechCircle to explore public funding opportunities in Denmark and the EU, with a particular focus on innovative software projects.

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You'll gain insights into:

• National and EU funding programmes for software development
• What makes software projects different from traditional development projects
• How to assess whether public funding is right for your idea
• Key questions to consider before applying for funding

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The webinar features Tarik Kehli, EU Adviser at Central Denmark EU Office (CDEU), who will share insights into funding opportunities for software projects.

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Practical information
Location: Online
Price: Free
Registration deadline: 27 October 2026, 23:59

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From cyber research to the next breakthrough

​Some of tomorrow’s most important cybersecurity companies may begin with the research being conducted today.

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The Research Perspective takes you inside the cybersecurity research environment at Aarhus University. Meet leading researchers, explore selected research projects, and gain insight into emerging technologies and ideas that could develop into solutions with real-world impact.

For investors, understanding emerging technologies can provide an important perspective when evaluating early-stage opportunities. This session brings you closer to the research shaping the future of cybersecurity – and the technologies that could become tomorrow’s solutions.

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​Program

​13:30 - Arrival and networking

​14:00 - Welcome by Startup Aarhus

​14:10 - Developing Cyber Talent: Insights from Denmark’s Cybersecurity Community
Jens Myrup, Professor and National Coach of the Danish Cyber Team, will share insights from being at the heart of Denmark’s cybersecurity community, and his perspective on developing the next generation of cyber talent.

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​14:45 - The Role of Universities in Cybersecurity
What role can universities play in strengthening the cybersecurity ecosystem? Kaj Grønbæk, Head of Department at Computer Science, Aarhus University, will share insights into AU Cyber and the university’s role in cybersecurity research innovation with a look at the IFD Defence Cyber initiative.

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​15:15 - A sneak peak into the lap: An introduction to cybersecurity research projects
In this session, handpicked research projects will take us inside the labs to explore emerging technologies, innovative ideas, and research that could shape the future of cyber.

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​16:30 - 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 30 to secure your spot.

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