Ready to scale?

Cyber X Accelerator

A 12-week accelerator program for startups in cybersecurity, public safety and resilience preparing to grow, scale and reach the market.

Cohort #10 starts February 2026

Apply to Cyber X Accelerator

“Cybersecurity, public safety and resilience are deeply connected. We’re looking for solutions that strengthen digital and societal security in ways that can scale and create real impact.”

— Stefan Skoglund, Program Manager, Cyber X Accelerator

What this program is really about

Cyber X Accelerator is a structured accelerator program for early-stage startups building digital solutions within cybersecurity, public safety and resilience.

The program is designed for founders who are ready to move beyond the idea phase and strengthen their business, sharpen their go-to-market strategy and prepare for scaling in complex, security-critical environments.

Through a focused cohort format, startups gain access to practical guidance, experienced mentors and a Nordic ecosystem with deep expertise in security, public sector collaboration and emerging technologies.

The program

  • Cyber X Accelerator is delivered as a 12-week cohort-based accelerator program with a clear focus on go-to-market, investment readiness and scaling.

    The program combines structured support with hands-on guidance. Startups work closely with advisors, mentors and ecosystem partners, with sessions tailored to the specific challenges of cybersecurity, public safety and resilience-focused innovation.

    Cyber X Accelerator is run by DigitalWell Ventures in close collaboration with regional, national and international innovation partners.

  • Cyber X Accelerator is designed for early-stage startups that:

    • Build digital solutions within cybersecurity, public safety or resilience

    • Address challenges relevant to businesses, public organisations or society

    • Have a committed founding team and ambition to scale

    • Are ready to refine their market approach and prepare for growth

    Startups may operate in B2B, B2G or hybrid markets.

  • Participants in Cyber X Accelerator get access to:

    • Structured coaching and practical guidance

    • Mentors and domain experts within security, tech and regulation

    • Go-to-market and investment readiness support

    • Pitch training and feedback from investors and stakeholders

    • Connections to relevant partners across the Nordic ecosystem

Network & collaboration

Cyber X is delivered within a Nordic ecosystem connecting startups with industry partners, public-sector actors, mentors and investors working in cybersecurity, public safety and resilience.

The program is developed and delivered in close collaboration with ecosystem and industry partners who contribute domain expertise, insight into real-world challenges and access to relevant networks.

This collaboration ensures that participating startups engage with practical use cases, sector knowledge and decision-makers relevant to scaling solutions in complex security environments.

Ready to apply?

Cyber X is designed for early-stage startups preparing to scale digital solutions within cybersecurity, public safety and resilience.

If this sounds like the right next step for your company, we invite you to apply to the upcoming cohort.

Cohort #10 starts February 2026.

Apply to DigitalWell Accelerator

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. You don’t need everything in place – we’re looking for strong teams with clear ambition.

Questions before applying?

If you’re unsure whether the Cyber X Accelerator is the right fit for your startup, feel free to reach out. We’re happy to talk through your stage, focus and next steps.

Stefan Skoglund
Accelerator Manager & Startup Advisor
stefan@digitalwellventures.com
+46 (0)70 607 08 67