Startups

The platform will go beyond standard health measurements, to help motivate users while working in concert with their existing fitness professionals.

New companies include Avicennas, CNS Therapy, Dermio, Ecofusion, EmPower Cleantech, FitBliss, Holiadvice, Konnarock Healthcare, Uncle Care and Valera Health.

With its new business model, Jumpstart is looking to back companies building diagnostic, digital health and tech service products.

The new option is designed to draw later-stage companies and serial entrepreneurs who would not typically consider an accelerator.

In 2015, we saw fewer deals (477) than in 2014 (561), but companies that are raising are able to do so faster than in 2014.

2015 was a record year for industry consolidation, with M&A activity nearly doubling in volume -- there were 180 deals and $6 billion in disclosed activity.

The accelerator connects and promotes collaboration to bring next-generation products and services to market that improve quality of care and save lives.

The 12-week programme is designed to support entrepreneurs and businesses to deliver innovative solutions through integrating data to healthcare delivery.

The program will provide Finnish entrepreneurs with access to investors, expertise and commercialization opportunities around the world.

Set to run from April 4 to June 30, 2016, the accelerator will help startups in three areas: digital health platforms, healthcare services, and medical devices.