Adapting to New Startup Realities: What Founders Must Know
The King is dead. Long Live the King! There was a time—not that long ago—when building a startup followed a …
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Unlocking Software Creation with AI Tools
For decades, building software required a special type of person. You had to enjoy computers deeply. It involved spending years …
Why Human Values Are Essential in Technology Development
I have been working with technology for over three decades now. People sometimes ask me what has changed the most …
Why Trust Matters: Insights from Nordic Strategies
I spend most of my professional life thinking about trust. As an early-stage investor, I’m constantly reminded that capital is …
AI-Powered Reykjavik Parking App: Save Time and Money
Finding parking in downtown Reykjavik shouldn’t need a PhD in Icelandic parking rules. Yet for visitors—and honestly, even for locals—figuring …
Freedom of Expression in the Age of Algorithms
The crisis of free speech is not about what people are allowed to say, but about what systems choose to amplify—and what governments choose to punish.
Þegar gagnleg tækni gerir skaða: Röðun á helstu áhættum gervigreindar og hvað Ísland getur gert í dag
Gervigreind er ekki lengur fjarlæg hugmynd sem bíður einhvers staðar í framtíðinni. Hún er þegar orðin hluti af verkfærum okkar, …
Íslenski fasteignalána markaðurinn eftir dóma Hæstaréttar: Frá óvissu til gagnsæis og aga
Eftir Bala Kamallakharan (the original article in English can be found here) Í október 2025 komst íslenski fasteignalána markaðurinn á …
Iceland’s Mortgage Market After the Supreme Court: From Discretion to Discipline
In October 2025, the Icelandic mortgage market reached an inflection point. The Supreme Court ruled against Íslandsbanki in a landmark …
From a Stock Chart Toggle to AI Chips: Reflections on Logarithms, Limits, and Human Leverage
This morning, I was staring at a stock chart. A small toggle at the bottom—Linear vs Log—caught my eye. I …
Understanding Founder Alignment in Venture Capital
What It Really Means to Be Aligned with Founders Every VC on LinkedIn says the same thing: “We couldn’t have …
The Illusion of Digital Success: Finding Reality
The Dissonance Between the Digital and the Real
We live in a world where everything online looks finished — startups, ideas, even people — while reality remains imperfect, slow, and deeply human. This essay explores how the digital world distorts our sense of progress and truth, how that distortion has been hijacked to spread anxiety, and why thinking for oneself has become a radical act in the age of digital illusion.
AI Is Eating the World, But We Humans Cannot Eat AI
AI may be eating the world, but humans cannot eat AI. As billions pour into artificial intelligence, we risk neglecting the very systems that sustain life—our oceans, our food, our climate. To secure our future, we must balance investment in code with investment in carbon, building sustainable value where humanity’s needs meet technological innovation.
To Kria or Not to Kria – The debate on Iceland Government funded venture capital fund
The role of government in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship has long been debated. This blog post was inspired by a …
A New Year’s Honor: Receiving the Order of the Falcon from the President of Iceland
On January 1, 2025, I was deeply honored to receive the Order of the Falcon from the President of Iceland. This recognition celebrates not only my journey in building a vibrant startup community but also the collective efforts of countless entrepreneurs, mentors, and visionaries who have fueled Iceland’s rise as a hub for innovation. Together, we’ve transformed potential into success, proving that with trust, collaboration, and bold dreams, anything is possible. This award is a testament to what we’ve built—and the limitless opportunities ahead.
The Importance of Self-Compassion for Founders
Building a company is one of the most challenging endeavors a person can undertake. Founders are no strangers to sleepless …
Redefining the Narrative: Taking Control of Our Future and Climate Change
The talk in Ljubliana, Slovenia focused on Circular and Green Innovation, emphasizing the importance of small, mission-driven groups in shaping the future. The speaker highlighted the need to challenge negative narratives and shared examples of innovative sustainability solutions, promoting optimism and proactive action. The event showcased inspiring initiatives, encouraging positive change.
Tryggvi Davíðsson: Empowering Startups as COO of Indó
Tryggvi Davidsson, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Indó, is set to speak at Startup Iceland 2023 on June 1st, …