Explore insights, news, and background stories from the Greater Zurich Area – one of Europe’s most advanced business and innovation hubs. This is where international companies, tech pioneers, and investors find the latest updates on artificial intelligence, robotics, biotech, fintech, and more. Whether you're looking for real-world expansion cases, startup success stories, or key developments in Switzerland’s business environment, our articles offer firsthand perspectives and strategic guidance.
Finnova cooperating with Taxsource
Horgen ZH/Lenzburg – The two fintech companies Finnova and Taxsource are joining forces. Finnova is integrating a Taxsource service for tax reporting into its banking software. Three banks have already become the first to use this shared reporting solution for their clients.
University trains managers of the future
Zurich – The University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich (HWZ) is launching the Executive MBA in Digital Leadership Program. Executives are to improve their knowledge of digital technologies and new management approaches. The program includes trips to China and the USA.
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.
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