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🎄 Advent Calendar 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟐: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 🎄 ✨ Imagine a city where technology and creativity converge, transforming innovation into an art form. In Oulu, the fusion of tech and design shapes solutions that are not only functional but also visually stunning and user-focused. 🎨 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧-𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 From sleek health tech devices to intuitive user interfaces, Oulu’s tech ecosystem understands that great design is as important as cutting-edge technology. Companies here prioritize aesthetics, usability, and human-centered design in every product they create. 💡 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 Oulu’s innovators are blending engineering expertise with artistic vision: - TactoTek : Known for its 𝐈𝐌𝐒𝐄® 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲, TactoTek integrates electronics into 3D-formed surfaces, creating elegant and space-saving designs for automotive and consumer products. - Siili Solutions: A digital agency combining technological excellence with design thinking to deliver engaging user experiences. 🌍 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 Oulu-based innovations are celebrated worldwide for their creative brilliance. From award-winning product designs to intuitive software solutions, these creations prove that beauty and function go hand in hand. ✨ In Oulu, technology is crafted. By merging creativity with innovation, the city is redefining the art of technology. 🌟 Stay tuned for more inspiring stories as we count down to December 24th! #ICTOulu #AdventCalendar

🎄 Advent Calendar 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟏: 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐑/𝐕𝐑 🎄 ✨ Imagine a world where the line between the physical and digital blurs, enabling immersive experiences that redefine how we work, learn, and play. In Oulu, 𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 (AR) and 𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 (VR) are transforming industries, empowering businesses, and captivating audiences worldwide. 🕶️ 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 Oulu-based companies are bringing AR/VR innovations to the entertainment industry, creating virtual environments that enhance storytelling, gaming, and live events.These technologies transport audiences into engaging, interactive worlds, making experiences unforgettable. 💼 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 AR/VR is not just for entertainment but also it is revolutionizing professional environments too. From training simulations to remote collaboration tools, these technologies are improving efficiency and productivity in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and education. 🌍 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 Oulu companies are pioneering solutions that blend reality and virtuality: - MeKiwi: Through its VR game studio, VRKiwi, MeKiwi develops immersive virtual reality games, contributing significantly to the entertainment sector. - Bosch Sensortec GmbH: Develops a wide portfolio of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) sensors and solutions tailored for AR/VR devices, enhancing user experiences across various applications. ✨ In Oulu, AR/VR is a 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝. By pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, the city is creating immersive solutions that change lives. 🌟 Stay tuned for more inspiring stories as we count down to December 24th! #ICTOulu #AdventCalendar #ARVR 

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫!   Today, we had the privilege of hosting a 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁, an initiative designed to empower companies to explore opportunities 🌟   𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 came together to pitch their innovative ideas directly to the 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮, showcasing their creativity, vision, and passion. The room was alive with energy as each candidate brought their unique perspective to the table, fostering an environment of collaboration and possibility. 💡🤝   This event was more than just a platform, it was a bridge to new opportunities and growth avenues, a celebration of innovation, and a testament to the power of collaboration.   𝗔 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 to everyone who participated, shared their ideas, and contributed to the success of this event. In the image, from left to right: Toni Vainionpää (IoT BKRY), Max Makkonen (Candour Identity), Matias Martinmäki (Candour Identity), Harri Koskimäki (Candour Identity), Antti Lilja (Creoir), Paavo Niskala (TactoTek), Pälvi Apilo (TactoTek), Jorma Kivelä (Jutel Oy RadioMan), Pauliina Kanervo (Oulun kaupunki - City of Oulu), and Jussi Leponiemi (ICTOulu). Together, we are driving forward a vision of innovation, partnership, and growth! 🚀 #BusinessPitching #Innovation #India #Collaboration #Growth

𝐀 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐈𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐮𝐥𝐮! To all our 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬, and 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬: thank you for being part of our journey this year. Your collaboration, encouragement, and enthusiasm inspire everything we do, and we couldn’t have done it without you. 🎅🏼 As the holiday season wraps us in its warm embrace, we wish you moments of joy, laughter, and peace with your loved ones. May your days be as bright as a Nordic winter night… with the lights on. 🎁 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫! Here’s to more shared successes, bold ideas, and exciting adventures in the year ahead. With gratitude and holiday cheer, ICTOulu Team

🎄 Advent Calendar 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎: 𝐀 𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐬 🎄 ✨ Imagine a city that serves as 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 between Northern Europe and the rest of the world. Oulu’s strategic location, innovative ecosystem, and strong connections make it the ideal gateway to the Nordics for businesses and industries looking to expand their reach. 🌍 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 Positioned in Northern Finland, Oulu offers easy access to major Nordic and global markets. With a highly developed transport infrastructure, including international flights and efficient logistics, Oulu provides seamless connections to key regions. 💡 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Oulu is a leader in innovation. Companies here collaborate with partners across the Nordics to develop solutions in fields like health technology, connectivity, and sustainable energy, pushing boundaries and creating opportunities for shared growth. 🤝 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 Oulu’s strong partnerships extend beyond Finland, fostering collaboration with Nordic countries in research, education, and technology. Initiatives like the Arctic Business Corridor connect Oulu with international markets, while local companies and institutions actively contribute to regional growth and innovation. 🌐 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐬 Oulu-based companies have made their mark internationally, with innovative solutions adopted in industries worldwide. From pioneering wireless technologies to cutting-edge health tech, these businesses showcase how a strong regional foundation can create global success. ✨ With its strategic location and thriving ecosystem, Oulu opens doors to the Nordics and beyond, creating opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and growth. 🌟 Stay tuned for more inspiring stories as we count down to December 24th! #ICTOulu #AdventCalendar 

🔊 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐖𝐂 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐇𝐚𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐧! 🔊 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 (𝐌𝐖𝐂) in Barcelona is the world’s largest and most influential event for the mobile and tech industries. It’s a place where industry leaders, visionaries, and innovators gather to shape the future of connectivity. 𝐎𝐮𝐥𝐮 will be represented by a fantastic lineup of companies that are leading the way in innovation, including Toptester Oy, Radioul Oy, LastBot, Finwe Ltd., TESTiLABS Oy and Kaitotek Oy. Each of these companies showcases Oulu’s strength in ICT, from 5G advancements to groundbreaking IoT and software solutions. To give you a closer look at these trailblazers, our audience can look forward to a 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 in the coming weeks that will spotlight these companies, their solutions, and what they bring to 𝐌𝐖𝐂 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. 📅 Save the date: March 3–6, 2025 📍 Location: Fira Gran Via, Barcelona 🌟 More details about Oulu at MWC: link in comment #MWC2025 #ICTOulu #Oulu

🎄 Advent Calendar 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟗: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 🎄 ✨ Imagine a future where technology stands strong, adapting to challenges and empowering industries without interruption. In Oulu, resilience is the backbone of innovation, ensuring that infrastructure is reliable, secure, and sustainable. 🌐 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 Oulu’s infrastructure is built to last. While companies like Nokia and Keysight Technologies push the boundaries of ultra-reliable communications for 5G and beyond, resilience extends further into areas like data centers, cloud solutions, and IoT ecosystems, ensuring continuous operations in critical fields. 🔒 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 The city’s commitment to secure infrastructure is evident in the work of companies like Bittium, which develops advanced communication solutions for public safety, healthcare, and defense. Their technologies safeguard sensitive information, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats. 🏭 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 Oulu’s industrial landscape thrives on resilience. Smart factory systems, designed by local innovators, enable manufacturers to adapt quickly to market changes while minimizing waste and energy consumption. These technologies ensure that production remains efficient and sustainable, even under shifting conditions. 🌍 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 Resilient tech infrastructure in Oulu is powering advancements across industries: - 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞: Secure and reliable systems support life-critical applications, such as medical monitoring devices and remote patient care. - 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: Scalable and adaptable infrastructure helps cities optimize resources, reduce environmental impact, and improve urban living. ✨ In Oulu, resilience is a foundation. By building robust, adaptable systems, the city is shaping a future where technology empowers and endures. 🌟 Stay tuned for more inspiring stories as we count down to December 24th! #ICTOulu #AdventCalendar 

🌟 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭 🌟 📅 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧? January 15, 2025, from 8:00 to 10:00 AM 📍 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞? Restaurant MIN, Technopolis, Sepänkatu 20, Oulu We warmly welcome companies in Northern Ostrobothnia engaged in microelectronics, semiconductor industries, and embedded programming to an inspiring breakfast event! 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦: 👉 8:00–8:30 Breakfast and networking 👉 8:30–10:00 - Opening and updates on the Merebe project: Aimo Vainio (University of Oulu) and Jaana Tähtinen (BusinessOulu) - FiCCC in Oulu: Goals and operations / Project Manager - Microelectronics education at the University of Oulu: Jari Hannu (University of Oulu) - Company spotlight: Industry insights 📌𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐲 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: link in comment 🌍 This event is part of the 𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐁𝐄 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭, aimed at establishing Northern Ostrobothnia as a hub for microelectronics, semiconductor industries, and related software ecosystems through collaboration in education, research, and business development. 💡 Curious to see how this event series began? Check the link to the first event in the comments!

"𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐏 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐎 𝐃𝐀𝐘 & 𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐌𝐀𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐘 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧" is just around the corner! 🎄✨ Join us on 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟏𝟖.𝟏𝟐.𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 at 𝟏𝟓.𝟎𝟎-𝟐𝟎.𝟎𝟎 at Technopolis Ydinkeskus (Sepänkatu 20, 90100 Oulu).

🎄 Advent Calendar 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟖: 𝐀 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🎄 ✨ Imagine a city where innovation thrives because people, organizations, and industries work together. In Oulu, collaboration is a way of life, driving advancements in technology and creating a dynamic ecosystem of shared success. 🤝 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐬 In Oulu, collaboration crosses boundaries between companies, universities, research institutions, and public organizations. This open exchange of knowledge and resources ensures that ideas grow into innovations that benefit everyone. 💡 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Oulu’s ecosystem is built on partnerships that create real-world impact: - 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜-𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲: Initiatives like the 𝐎𝐮𝐥𝐮 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 (𝐎𝐈𝐀) unite public institutions, universities, and businesses to tackle global challenges through innovation. - 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬-𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Companies in fields like health tech and connectivity collaborate to create integrated solutions, such as wearable medical devices powered by advanced wireless technology. 🌐 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲-𝐖𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 The collaborative culture in Oulu extends across industries: - 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞: Partnerships between companies like Bittium and Cerenion Oy have resulted in innovative medical monitoring devices that merge AI and connectivity. - 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: Collaborative projects involving local companies and public authorities are building smarter, more sustainable urban solutions. 🎓 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 Collaboration starts early in Oulu. Universities and companies join forces to provide students with hands-on experience through internships, co-development projects, and mentoring programs, ensuring the next generation of innovators is ready to contribute. ✨ In Oulu, collaboration is the key to unlocking innovation, driving progress, and building a better future. 🌟 Stay tuned for more inspiring stories as we count down to December 24th! #ICTOulu #AdventCalendar