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Former airport becomes creative retreat in Lofoten, Norway

50 people have joined forces to build a unique creative retreat out of the former airport on the idyllic island in the Northern Norway, Lofoten.  Here, in the intersection of nature, sky and ocean, tech, gaming and art you can explore and create. Where is it? Værøy is an island in the Lofoten Islands archipelago in the Northern Norway. These …

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Finland’s OURA Ring: sleep tracking wearables

Finland’s OURA ring takes a stab at the wearables market with a  “smart ring” this wearable offers a variety of features and functionality unrivaled in the space, particularly when it comes to sleep tracking. The company claims it’s the “world’s most advanced wearable for getting more restorative sleep.” What exactly is it though, outside of your average smart ring? OURA …

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50skills is Nominated for 2018 Nordic Startup Awards

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Automating the Hiring Process with 50skills Hiring new people and expanding the team is certainly a mark of progress, but it nevertheless adds to the company costs. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) estimates the costs related to new hiring at $4,129, while also pointing out that the average time for filling in a position is 42 days. The …

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