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InsurTech vlot raises fresh capital
Uhwiesen ZH – The start-up vlot, which is active in the insurance industry, is intending to further advance the digital transformation of life insurance policies and pensions. To this end, the InsurTech company firm has raised an additional one million Swiss francs following a successful financing round.
New learning aid for schools
Zurich - ETH Zurich has developed a new learning aid for schools in conjunction with the technology firm ABB and the mint & pepper project. Dubbed “Magic Cube”, the new device seeks to combine playing and learning to provide school pupils with a technical foundation in the field of electrical engineering.
Tbô receives financing for bamboo-based underwear
Zurich - Tbô has secured a capital injection of 2 million Swiss francs from a group of angel investors. The textiles start-up produces underwear for men made from ecologically certified bamboo fibres. In terms of product and brand development, the company relies on its global customer base.
Hades aiming to revolutionize sewer inspections
Zurich - Hades has raised a total of 1.9 million US dollars as part of a financing round. The spin-off from ETH Zurich is developing an intelligent solution to automatically detect damage in inspection videos of sewer systems.
GetYourGuide secures new financing
GetYourGuide has raised financing in the amount of 114 million euros from a convertible bond issuance. The start-up offers tours and activities on vacation that can be booked online. At present, the company is in the process of aligning its service portfolio with new customer requirements in the period following the end of the coronavirus pandemic.
AI shouldn't be a black box
As ZHAW Professor for Finance and Risk Modelling, Jörg Osterrieder works in the areas of data analysis, blockchain and artificial intelligence. His expertise is sought internationally. In this interview, he provides insights into current developments in the field of financial technology.
ETH developing biodegradable plastic
A researcher at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) is working on a sustainable alternative to foamed plastic made from organic waste. This could one day be used to make yoga mats, shoe soles and parts for the auto industry.
Venture Kick funds 4iLabs with 150,000 Swiss francs
Zurich – The project 4iLabs has been awarded 150,000 francs from Venture Kick. Developed at the University of Zurich, 4iLabs assists clinicians in the cancer therapy decision-making process.
Molecular Partners teams up with Novartis to develop Covid-19 therapies
Molecular Partners has announced that it is collaborating with Novartis on potential medicines for use against Covid-19. Molecular Partners will be responsible for the Phase 1 and 2 trials for its two therapeutic candidates. If the trials are successful, Novartis will be responsible for further development, manufacturing, and global commercialization.
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