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US real estate company puts its trust in blockimmo
Zug – Blockchain-powered startup blockimmo from Crypto Valley has acquired a US client. The Bricks + Mortar Group, which specializes in cannabis real estate brokerage, will use the blockimmo platform for transactions.
Designwerk manufacturing in the Greater Zurich Area
Winterthur – The electromobility firm Designwerk has opened new production facilities in Winterthur. Electric trucks and rapid charging devices are to be manufactured at this site. This development comes on the back of a restructuring of the company.
Humabs BioMed opens new research laboratory
Bellinzona - Humabs BioMed has inaugurated a new research laboratory in Bellinzona. Two years ago, the Ticino-based biotech company was taken over by US corporation Vir Biotechnology, which is now investing in Humabs BioMed’s home town with the new laboratory.
Hylomorph wins innovation award
Zurich – Hylomorph has won the innovation award from the European Heart Rhythm Association. The spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich has developed a biocompatible membrane to improve the body’s acceptance of implants.
ASFALT launches e-bike
Solothurn – Startup ASFALT from the Greater Zurich Area is launching its latest development, the ASFALT LR e-bike, on the market. At 120km, the range of this model is twice that of normal e-bikes. The batteries are fully integrated in the frame.
Netcetera and Deutsche Kreditbank simplify online payment
Zurich – Software company Netcetera from the Greater Zurich Area and Deutsche Kreditbank have together developed a solution for the use of credit cards online. This will simplify payments through biometrics.
Universities launch master’s in cyber security
Zurich/Lausanne – The Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology in Zurich and Lausanne are introducing a joint master’s degree in cyber security. The program is being supported by the Swiss government and is expected to start in academic year 2019/2020.
Zurich is Switzerland’s leading startup hub
Zurich – Zurich established itself as one of Europe’s most important startup hubs in 2018. With 92 funding rounds, it was ranked sixth, generating an investment volume of €405 million that put it in ninth place. Switzerland as a whole is also far out in front in Europe, a report from EY reveals.
UZH finds new treatment approach for eczema
Zurich – Researchers at the University of Zurich (UZH) have investigated the role played by fungal suppressant interleukin-17 in the development of atopic dermatitis (eczema). It is hoped this will lead to a new potential approach for the treatment of eczema. The necessary antibodies already exist.
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