Stockholm’s Trendiest Bar Guide Examines Business Model Behind Social Media Success
Breakit examines how the duo behind Stockholmfood, a social‑media guide to Stockholm’s trendiest bars, are doing and what the business looks like today
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Orkla Acquires Bubs Supplier in Billion-Dollar Deal to Meet Surging US Demand
American consumers are eager for the Swedish candy Bubs, and the manufacturer Orkla cannot keep up with demand. To address this, Orkla is making a billion‑dollar purchase, taking control of a Bubs supplier and seeing opportunities in multiple markets.
Swedish Fintech Billhop Exits to US Payment Platform Ramp Amid Revenue Growth
Billhop, the Swedish fintech company, saw its revenue accelerate in 2025 while finalising a major deal with US payment platform Ramp. The company was sold to the larger US player, and its Swedish staff was heavily cut as part of the exit process.
Swedish Horsetech Startup Ophena Partners with Yves Saint Laurent and Attracts Investment from iZettle Founder
The Gothenburg duo behind Ophena has drawn the attention of iZettle founder Jacob de Geer and designed products for Yves Saint Laurent. The company is now partnering with Danish investors to expand its glove offerings, marking a significant partnership milestone for the young horsetech startup.
Swedish Sunglasses Brand Chimi Raises 45 Million SEK to Tackle Mounting Debt
Swedish sunglasses brand Chimi, after a costly restructuring with almost SEK 100 million in debt, secured a SEK 45 million capital increase to lower its liabilities, resulting in significant write‑downs for several creditors.
Bangerhead Founder Moves On to New Role in Swedish Tech Sector
The new business world is moving. Here are the people who have just taken on new assignments – and those who are leaving. Each week Breakit collects the latest career jumps and board changes in a list.
Swedish Mobility Startup Candela Secures 320 Million SEK in Share Issuance, Names New CEO
Candela, a Swedish mobility startup focused on commercial public transport, appointed a new CEO and secured 320 million SEK in a recent large share issuance. While the latest figures show rising losses, the fresh capital is aimed at supporting the company’s expansion plans.
Swedish Entrepreneur Tysander’s Sunless-Tanning Venture Comis Shows Strong Momentum as Losses Shrink
Swedish watch entrepreneur Filip Tysander, who sold Daniel Wellington, is now concentrating on his new sunless‑tanning brand Comis. Fresh numbers reveal that the company’s losses have shrunk and sales are booming after a strong year‑end.
Swedish E-Signature Provider Scrive Hits 400 Million SEK Revenue, Signals Potential Exit Strategy
Scrive, a Swedish SaaS provider of electronic signature solutions, announced that it has reached 400 million SEK in revenue and achieved EBITDA profitability. The company also hinted at a possible future exit, suggesting a strategic move toward a sale or IPO.
Swedish podcast platform Acast releases second quarter financial results
Swedish podcast platform Acast published its Q2 performance figures.