Firda
Venture studioOslo · Seed–Series A · 18 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Firda combines capital with entrepreneurial experience to support innovative, highly scalable technology companies that have a positive impact on the world. Its stated mission is to empower Norwegian tech startups to become global leaders, positioning the firm as both an investor and a hands-on company builder.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 18 people
from the firm's website & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 7 of 11 portfolio companiesHardware ×6Cleantech ×3IoT ×3AI & Machine Learning ×2Energy ×2Enterprise Software ×2Healthtech ×2SaaS ×2
HQs:Norway×3United States×2
Investments · 11 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2023 · 22022 · 13 dated
Amanda is a real-time moderation AI for live streaming and interactive media platforms that automatically detects and blocks harmful content, coordinated harassment, and repeat offenders in chat at scale.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSocial
Hege Tokerud(CEO & Co-founder)inGard Støe(CTO & Co-founder)in
Co-investorsAntlerAntler AustraliaSpintop Ventures
Disruptive Technologies designs low-power IoT sensors with extended battery life for collecting asset data across workplace management, cold chain management, and energy optimization applications.
Deep TechEnterprise SoftwareHardwareHealthtechIoTPropTechSaaSAtlanta, US
Jim Showalter(Chief Revenue Officer – North America)in
Co-investorsKoch Disruptive TechnologiesMillennium ManagementQatar Investment Authority
Hystar develops PEM electrolysers for hydrogen production, using a patented design that combines fuel cell industry technology with electrolyser technology for higher efficiency and safety.
CleantechEnergyHardware
Co-investorsAP VenturesFinindusHillhouse InvestmentTrustbridge Partners
Hystar is a Norwegian cleantech company that develops and manufactures high-efficiency PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) electrolysers, which use renewable electricity and water to produce green hydrogen.
CleantechEnergyHardwareHøvik, NO
Co-investorsMOL SwitchAP VenturesFinindusHillhouse InvestmentNysnø Climate InvestmentsORLEN VC+1 more
Monil produces smart collars for cattle that combine herd monitoring and virtual fencing capabilities, serving small and medium-sized producers in the United States.
AgTechHardwareIoTMidwest, US
Zivid develops 3D vision and motion technology for robots, providing cameras and software that enable automation systems to perceive and manipulate objects in complex real-world environments.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningHardwareRoboticsOslo, NO
Co-investorsFarvatn Venture
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
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Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesDisruptive Technologies · westmeathexaminer.ie · Sep 6, 2026
Airthings · investing.com · Aug 27, 2025
Hystar · bioenergytimes.com · May 14, 2025
Hystar · hystar.com · May 13, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Firda made?
- Firda has 11 tracked investments.
- What stage does Firda invest at?
- Firda invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Firda focus on?
- Firda focuses on EdTech, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Hardware, Impact & Social Good, Retail Tech, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Firda located?
- Firda is headquartered in Oslo, NO.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamGeir Førre | Milliardselskaper, Firda, Ledelse, Norsk Næringsliv, Sveits, Grundere Og Mental Helse
Christopher Vonheim · Geir Førre
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