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Day 1 of Mashup 2026 just got bigger.
Welcome to our Robotics & Physical AI day on Day 1 of Mashup 2026.
Hosted by Stær, this gathering unites the founders and investors defining the next generation of European Deep Tech, with a focus on scaling hardware and deploying systems in the world’s most demanding environments.
Alongside the Investor & Founder Day on Day 1, the agenda now includes a dedicated Robotics & Physical AI program - a focused gathering for the builders, operators, and investors shaping real-world autonomy.
We’re expanding beyond traditional robotics to explore the full spectrum of Physical AI, from advanced robotics to applications in industry, dual-use technologies, and critical infrastructure.
DATE
April 15 2026
LOCATION
Clarion Hotel Malmö
Schedule
9:30 AM - Robotics & Physical AI - Opening & Orientation
Some words from our host Jan Erik Solem (Stær) and Nino Subotic (Mashup).
9:40 AM - Robotics & Physical AI - Hive Session I
Interactive roundtables exploring the full spectrum of Physical AI, from advanced robotics to applications in industry, dual-use technologies, and critical infrastructure.
10:40 AM - Robotics & Physical AI - Exhibition
- Birds of Feather & networking
- Robot demos, hands-on discussions
- Investor-founder-industry mixing
- Birds of a Feather unconference session
11:45 AM - Robotics & Physical AI- Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Founder Sauna
A cold dip and sauna at Kallis is the best way to start Mashup.
12:45 PM - Robotics & Physical AI - Hive Session II
Interactive roundtables exploring the full spectrum of Physical AI, from advanced robotics to applications in industry, dual-use technologies, and critical infrastructure.
1:45 PM - Robotics & Physical AI - Exhibition
- Birds of Feather & networking
- Robot demos, hands-on discussions
- Investor-founder-industry mixing
- Birds of a Feather unconference session
2:15 PM - Robotics & Physical AI - Stage Wrap-Up
3:00 PM - Founders Day
Bond with 250+ like-minded VC-backed and soon-to-be VC-backed founders are attending. Dinner, drinks, and talks among founders only.
3:00 PM - Investors Day
Meet 250+ peers over boule pétanque, food, drinks, and discussions to deepen your Nordic network.
Jan Erik Solem is the CEO and co-founder of Stær, former Director of Maps at Meta, and a serial founder behind Mapillary (sold to Meta) and Polar Rose (sold to Apple). A computer vision trailblazer with 20+ patents, he’s a two-time WEF Technology Pioneer and author of a best-selling book on computer vision.
Jan Erik Solem
Co-founder & CEO
Sid Khullar is Co-founder and CEO of Aris Machina, building industrial superintelligence for manufacturing. With a PhD in Imaging Science and 18+ years across Apple, Microsoft, and deep tech startups, he’s also an active angel investor in AI across the UK, US, and Nordics.
Siddharth Khullar
Co-founder & CEO
Ken Villum Klausen the founder and CEO of Danish unicorn Lunar, one of the leading challenger banks in the Nordics. An experienced fintech entrepreneur, he previously founded the mobile point-of-sale company Wallmob, which was later acquired by Visma.
Ken Villum Klausen
Founder & CEO
Hedda Båverud Olsson is the co-founder and CEO of Lassie, a Stockholm-based insurtech building the world’s first preventive pet insurance. This year, she led Lassie to raise $75 million in Series C to expand its digital model and scale across Europe.
Hedda Båverud Olsson
Co-founder & CEO
Get on the list
Opportunity knocks, but not for long. Snag your spot at the roundtable with pre-seed to Series A startups and top investors before it’s gone.
Startup - Price
€345
No endless pitches. No filler. Instead, we connect you with top investors, founders, and industry insiders in one focused, high-impact mashup.
Meet the right investors for your next funding round.
Connect with top investors actively looking to back early-stage companies.
Build relationships with fellow founders in a curated, high-value environment.
Get recognition amongst VCs in the New Nordics driving the region’s startup ecosystem.
Engage in 45 minute expert-led roundtable discussions to refine your strategy.
Get access to our matchmaking app where you can plan ahead
Get a standing invitation to all mashup events throughout the year – in Helsinki, Stockholm, Tallin, and Paris.
Attend exclusive side events like lunches, saunas and karaoke.
Access to Physical AI & Robotics Day on April 15th.
VC/CVC/FO - Price
€495
Access a curated deal flow, vetted startups, deep interactions, and co-investment opportunities in a no-nonsense, impactful mashup.
Access vetted startups aligned with your investment thesis in one focused event.
Meet relevant top investors for potential partnerships and co-investment opportunities.
Connect with founders to explore high-value investment opportunities.
Gain exposure to emerging trends and innovation in a small, focused setting.
Network with fellow VCs and LPs to discuss co-investment and syndication strategies.
Get access to our matchmaking app where you can plan ahead
Get a standing invitation to all mashup events throughout the year – in Helsinki, Stockholm, Tallin, and Paris.
Attend exclusive side events like lunches, pétanque, saunas and karaoke.
Access to Physical AI & Robotics Day on April 15th.
Angel - Price
€445
Meet the next generation of startups. Get face to face with serious growth potential and other investors in a highly curated mashup.
Meet early-stage founders actively seeking angel investment.
Connect with other angels for potential syndication and co-investment opportunities.
Access startups vetted for high growth potential and aligned with your interests.
Engage with industry experts in roundtable discussions tailored to angel investors.
Join exclusive networking events designed to build meaningful relationships.
Get access to our matchmaking app where you can plan ahead
Get a standing invitation to all mashup events throughout the year – in Helsinki, Stockholm, Tallin, and Paris.
Attend exclusive side events like lunches, pétanque, saunas and karaoke.
Access to Physical AI & Robotics Day on April 15th.
Community - Price
€445
A space to connect, co-create, and collaborate with the sharpest in the startup ecosystem. Get it all in one meaningful mashup.
Meet founders, investors, and innovators shaping the future of the startup ecosystem.
Collaborate in spaces designed for advice, partnerships, and co-creation.
Increase visibility within a curated, highly engaged community.
Join focused networking sessions to create lasting, meaningful connections.
Be part of a like-minded, growth-driven community that’s pushing innovation forward.
Get access to our matchmaking app where you can plan ahead
Get a standing invitation to all mashup events throughout the year – in Helsinki, Stockholm, Tallin, and Paris.
Attend exclusive side events like lunches, saunas and karaoke.
Access to Physical AI & Robotics Day on April 15th.
Supporting Partners
Community Partners
