Ólafur V
Sigurvinsson
Building the digital infrastructure of tomorrow. 30+ years pioneering ISPs, data centers, and AI-powered edge computing across Europe.
Beyond Tech
When not building infrastructure, you'll find me hiking Iceland's highlands, mountain biking through volcanic trails, or off-road motorbiking across rugged terrain.
From Iceland's first ISP to the edge of AI
I'm a computer scientist and serial entrepreneur from Iceland with a Master's degree in International Business. Since 1993, when I co-founded Islandia Internet — one of Iceland's first ISPs — I've been at the forefront of building the digital infrastructure that connects people and powers innovation.
My journey has taken me from designing Iceland's first data center in Reykjavik to leading technical integrations at Ericsson, delivering enterprise solutions for clients like LEGO, AT&T, and NovoNordisk, and opening 18 retail stores across Scandinavia. I built the data center that hosted WikiLeaks — a chapter that led to a landmark legal victory for digital freedom.
Today, as Co-Founder and CTO of AI Green Bytes, I'm building edge data centers across Iceland, Norway, Sweden, France, and Portugal to power the next generation of AI processing. My passion remains the same as it was in 1993: harnessing technology to transform the way we live and work.
In the Press
Education
Three decades of building what comes next
Co-Founder & CTO
Building edge data centers across Iceland, Norway, Sweden, France, and Portugal to power AI processing. Leading technical architecture and immersion cooling innovation.
aigreenbytes.comData Center Consultant
Consulting on data center design, immersion cooling systems, and cyber security projects. Advising investment funds on technology infrastructure opportunities.
Founder & CEO
Led a dynamic brand licensing enterprise, shaping strategic direction and operational excellence across international markets.
Founder
Delivered fiber infrastructure solutions to corporate entities in Iceland. Managed sales, marketing, and project oversight.
Founder & COO
Established Reykjavik's pioneering data center with a global clientele. Responsible for technical design, sales, and marketing. Hosted WikiLeaks — later won a landmark court case for digital freedom.
Read in WiredFounder & CTO
Built an ERP software company that captured 25% market share among small and mid-sized businesses in Iceland.
Founder
Conceived and launched Merkurpoint, a prominent provider of Point of Sale systems for the Icelandic market. Drove sales and marketing before strategic exit in 2007.
Project Manager
Implemented CRM systems for international clients, managing complex technology deployments including new installations and system replacements.
Senior Project Manager
Steered the expansion of Iceland's premier retail giant, opening 18 stores including Arcadia brands in Sweden and Denmark. Established the 12,000 sqm Debenhams Warehouse in Stockholm.
Information Systems Director
Navigated the integration of an Icelandic software company into Ericsson. Oversaw SIP-based systems integration, collaborating with MCI WorldCom, Prodigy Internet, and AT&T.
CTO
Delivered technology consulting and tailored solutions for LEGO, Den Danske Bank, and NovoNordisk.
Technical Lead
Following the acquisition, orchestrated diverse technical projects including the pioneering design of Iceland's first online university, Bifrost. Managed ISP infrastructure.
Co-Founder
Co-founded one of Iceland's first ISPs. Built technical infrastructure, network design, and billing systems from the ground up. Designed Iceland's first online university, Bifrost.
Companies built, industries shaped
AI Green Bytes
2023 — PresentBuilding sustainable edge data centers across five European countries to power the next wave of AI processing. Pioneering immersion cooling technology for maximum efficiency.
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Datacell
2009Established Reykjavik's pioneering data center serving a global clientele. Made international headlines hosting WikiLeaks — and won the subsequent court case defending digital freedom against Visa and Mastercard.
Read in The GuardianIslandia Internet
Iceland's Internet PioneerCo-founded one of Iceland's very first Internet Service Providers. Built the technical infrastructure, network architecture, and billing systems that helped bring Iceland online.
Kerfisþroun Iceland
ERP SoftwareBuilt an ERP software company that captured 25% market share among Icelandic SMBs, transforming how local businesses managed their operations.
iCell & Backbone
Connectivity InfrastructureFounded iCell, a wireless ISP bridging rural Iceland's connectivity gaps, and Backbone, delivering fiber infrastructure to corporate entities.
Retail Expansion
18 Stores Across ScandinaviaLed the expansion of Iceland's premier retail giant across Sweden and Denmark, including the 12,000 sqm Debenhams Warehouse in Stockholm.
Deep expertise across the full stack
Infrastructure & Data Centers
AI & Emerging Tech
Cybersecurity
Enterprise Systems
Leadership & Strategy
Innovation
What People Say
"Ólafur is always ahead of the main trend, working on the next solutions for us. With his track record in building Iceland's internet infrastructure and data centers, he brings unmatched vision and execution to every venture he touches."
Ingvar Garðarsson
Investor & Board Member, Quantum / Reykjavik Creamery
Let's build
something together
Whether you're looking for a technology partner, need expertise in data center infrastructure, or want to discuss the future of AI and edge computing — I'd love to hear from you.
Prefer email? Reach me directly:
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