Lunova

Lunova is a venture capital firm based in Luleå, Sweden, specializing in seed and early-stage investments. The firm focuses on companies with ties to Luleå University of Technology, aiming to foster new viable business ideas and job creation in the Norrbotten and northern Västerbotten regions. Lunova offers both financial support and business advice to these startups, typically investing up to SEK 2 million and taking minority stakes.

The firm's investment strategy encompasses various sectors, including technology, MedTech, data planning, service IT, messenger services, security, space, and mobile industries. Lunova's portfolio includes companies such as Once Upon Publishing, BehavioSec, and Frigeo AB. BehavioSec, for instance, specializes in behavioral biometrics for continuous user authentication and has received investments from prominent firms like Forgepoint Capital and Cisco.

Lunova's commitment to supporting startups connected to Luleå University of Technology underscores its dedication to regional development and innovation. By providing both capital and strategic guidance, Lunova plays a pivotal role in nurturing early-stage companies and contributing to the economic growth of northern Sweden.