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Expense Robot is the new partner of bta first travel
Zurich/Glattbrugg ZH - Bta first travel has opted to partner up with Expense Robot. The business trip operator will make available Expense Robot’s innovative technology for expenses and company credit cards to its customers.
Software from 21 Analytics prevents money laundering
Zug – The Swiss crypto ecosystem applies international standards to ensure regulatory compliance of transactions. To this end, Crypto Finance and Mt Pelerin use software developed by the start-up 21 Analytics. The first automate transactions of this kind have now been successfully completed.
Acronis launches new cyber protection solution
Schaffhausen - Acronis has updated its computer protection program for private users. It not only defends against hacking attacks, but can also recover any affected data. One new feature is the integration of antimalware technology that was previously only available to service providers.
Avaloq gains Spanish bank as client
Avaloq has been awarded a tender by Bankia. The fourth largest financial institution in Spain plans to use Avaloq’s on-premises solution to create the best digital offering for services in wealth management.
Researchers develop new approach against coronavirus
Zurich – The Swiss National Science Foundation is funding a novel approach for a coronavirus vaccine. This approach developed by virologist Cornel Fraefel uses bacterial spores.
21Shares achieves crypto asset milestone
Zug – Fintech startup 21Shares has reached a new milestone: After just one year on the European market, the pioneer for crypto products already has $100 million assets under management. Part of its success can be attributed to the current upswing in crypto currencies.
UZH introduces five new research priority programs
Zurich – The University of Zurich (UZH) wants to open new avenues for innovative research in areas relevant to society. To this end, it is introducing five new research priority programs, ranging from equal opportunities and rare diseases to basic principles of learning.
Early diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease possible
Lugano/Taverne TI – The Parkinson’s disease research groups of two centers associated with USI have uncovered a revolutionary approach for the early diagnosis of Parkinson’s, according to information from the researchers themselves. This would pave the way towards much more effective treatment options.
DSwiss continues strong growth trajectory
Zürich – Demand for digital safes developed by DSwiss AG has grown even during the coronavirus pandemic. The Zurich-based IT firm is now expanding staff levels in both Zurich and Roveredo GR.
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