20 Irish start-ups are heading to Slush 2025 in Helsinki this week, one of the largest gatherings of European venture capital under one roof.
The Nordics have emerged as Enterprise Ireland’s fastest-growing export region for Enterprise Ireland supported companies, with client exports reaching €2.1bn in 2024, up 24% on 2023.
Against this backdrop, Irish innovators are leveraging Slush to deepen commercial ties and showcase cutting-edge technologies across AI, fintech, and sustainability.
“With exports by Enterprise Ireland-backed companies to the Nordics growing by 24% last year, this platform turns ambition into global growth and strengthens Ireland’s position as a leader in Europe’s technology landscape”
With Nordic markets driving export growth and Finland emerging as a hub for tech collaboration, Enterprise Ireland’s presence at Slush underscores Ireland’s ambition to position its start-ups at the forefront of European innovation.
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Ireland’s start-up ecosystem continues to attract global attention, underscored by strong investment flows and landmark deals.
Earlier this year, Tines, the AI-powered work automation platform, became Ireland’s latest unicorn following a $125 million Series C round.
Enterprise Ireland says that this success story exemplifies the ambition of Irish companies attending Slush, many of which are scaling internationally and forging strategic partnerships in the Nordics.
As part of the Slush programme of events, Enterprise Ireland will host an Irish Innovation event, featuring a fireside chat with George Ardagh of Tines as well as Enterprise Ireland Head of Scaling Finance Karole Egan and leading voices from global finance. The event will spotlight Ireland’s vibrant tech ecosystem and its role in shaping global innovation.
“Slush is a proven launchpad for Irish innovation, offering a unique opportunity to connect with international investors and partners,” said Viktor Wagner, senior market advisor at Enterprise Ireland Nordics.
“With exports by Enterprise Ireland-backed companies to the Nordics growing by 24% last year, this platform turns ambition into global growth and strengthens Ireland’s position as a leader in Europe’s technology landscape.”
Here are the Irish tech start-ups to watch at Slush 2025
BrightBeam
Irish AI start-up helping companies automate repetitive tasks like call summaries. Founded 2023, remote-first, backed by Enterprise Ireland, targeting US expansion and scaling staff to 28 by year-end.
Capella
Hybrid-work compliance platform using AI risk assessments and desk-booking tools. Founded 2020, Enterprise Ireland-backed, scaling internationally with plans for €10m annual revenue and US market entry.
Chirp
Dublin-based AI start-up embedding child-protection software to detect grooming and cyberbullying. Focused on early intervention, psychological empowerment, and expanding across Ireland and UK with strong investor backing.
CitySwift
Galway-headquartered transport tech using AI and big data to optimise bus networks. Works with major UK operators, raised €7m, expanding internationally and piloting projects in New York.
Coroflo
Irish medtech developing world’s first breastfeeding monitor. Award-winning hardware start-up backed by EU Horizon grants and investors, targeting global femtech market with strong retail partnerships.
Cytidel
Cybersecurity SaaS platform prioritising critical risks using real-time threat intelligence. Founded 2021, raised €1.3m, serving blue-chip clients, scaling to UK and US markets with Enterprise Ireland support.
Everyangle
Dublin AI start-up using computer vision and anonymised retail camera data to analyse in-store behaviour. Founded 2019, raised €2.7m, backed by Enterprise Ireland, serving luxury and high-footfall retailers.
EVE
EV-focused company driving Ireland’s electric mobility transition through infrastructure and partnerships. Engages in policy advocacy and industry collaboration to accelerate adoption amid underused national EV budget.
HR Duo
Cloud-based HR automation platform for SMEs, streamlining compliance, payroll, and employee engagement. Positioned as an affordable alternative to traditional HR consultancy, supporting hybrid workforces.
JustTip
Irish fintech enabling cashless tipping via contactless terminals and QR codes for hospitality and charities. Founded 2021, raised €2.1m, serving 600+ merchants, expanding into UK market with strong growth.
Luna Systems
Founded in Ireland in 2020, Luna Systems is a unique blend of 40 years of telematic and smart dash-cam technology experience and PhD-Level Computer Vision talent. Its vision is to power e-mobility with the kind of situational awareness tools riders need to feel confident to leave their cars at home.
Marker Video
Video technology start-up focused on advanced editing and AI-driven content tagging for media and marketing sectors. Positioned to disrupt traditional video workflows.
Mavarick AI
Emerging Irish AI firm developing predictive analytics and automation tools for enterprise decision-making. Positioned for rapid growth in data-driven business transformation.
NoFrixion
Fintech enabling instant, low-cost payments via API and digital wallets. Targets businesses seeking frictionless transactions and compliance-ready solutions for global markets.
Otonomee
Cork-based remote-first outsourcing firm providing customer service operations for global clients. Founded 2021, scaling to 500+ staff, backed by Enterprise Ireland, targeting US expansion with €2m funding plans.
Payemoji
Payments start-up integrating emoji-based transactions for social commerce and messaging platforms. Focused on simplifying peer-to-peer payments and enhancing user engagement.
Peroptyx
AI-powered data labelling and model evaluation platform leveraging global remote workforce. Supports machine learning teams with scalable, high-quality training data solutions.
Provizio
Limerick-based automotive safety start-up using AI and radar to prevent collisions. Developing next-gen driver assistance systems for global OEMs and mobility providers.
Recruitroo
Recruitment tech platform automating international hiring for SMEs. Simplifies compliance and onboarding, targeting sectors facing acute talent shortages.
Tines
Cybersecurity automation platform enabling security teams to build workflows without coding. Dublin-based unicorn serving global enterprises, reducing alert fatigue and improving incident response.
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