11. Finland
Ranking according to World Digital Competitiveness Report: 7
Ranking based on the most innovative countries in the world: 9
Total number of patents granted in 2024: 7,575
Scandinavian nations have a heavy presence in our list. Finland is expected to see stratospheric growth in the tech sector despite a population of just over 5.5 million people. Among tech contributions made by the company are wind turbines, the web browser, the first heart rate monitor, Nokia phones and 5G technology.
10. Denmark
Ranking according to World Digital Competitiveness Report: 1
Ranking based on the most innovative countries in the world: 10
Total number of patents granted in 2024: 6,935
Denmark topped the ranking according to the World Digital Competitiveness Report which has ensured it finds a place in the top 10 of the most technologically advanced countries in the world.