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.
Startup guuru raises 2.7 million Swiss francs
Hünenberg ZG – A total of 2.7 million Swiss francs has been raised by guuru in a funding round. The startup from the Greater Zurich Area is developing software that allows companies to connect its customers so they can share their expertise.
Medacta sets sights on IPO
Castel San Pietro TI - Medacta is planning an IPO on the SIX Swiss Exchange in the second half of 2019. The Ticino-based company develops and produces orthopedic implants and instruments. It has already applied for more than 400 innovation patents.
Share Dispenser brings shares to blockchain
Zug/Zurich – In future, companies should be able to sell shares via their websites. These transactions will be conducted via blockchain with payment in cryptocurrencies. Three companies from the Greater Zurich Area are behind the new solution named Share Dispenser.
Piëch Automotive presenting electric sports car
Zurich – Piëch Automotive from the Greater Zurich Area is presenting its first prototype for a new electric sports car in Geneva. The vehicle will be brought to market in the next three years.
Electric vehicle safety improved by ecovolta
Brunnen SZ – Battery manufacturer ecovolta from the Greater Zurich Area is introducing a new safety concept in its lithium-ion batteries. This will help prevent fires in electric vehicles.
Zurich is best airport in Europe
Kloten ZH – Zurich Airport has been placed third worldwide in a ranking compiled by online travel agency eDreams. It is number one in Europe. The airport has also won an award for customer satisfaction.
Innovative coating prevents fogging
Zurich – A sudden change in temperature or humidity can cause eyewear, camera lenses or wind shields to fog up. A new coating developed by ETH researchers greatly reduces this effect. It uses nanotechnology and sunlight.
Verity Studios prevents drones from crashing
Zurich – Startup Verity Studios from the Greater Zurich Area has developed a new algorithm that helps drones land safely after propulsion system failures. This solution will help prevent crashes and can be integrated in all quadrotors.
Mercateo founds subsidiary in Switzerland
Herrliberg ZH – German online retailer Mercateo has created a Swiss subsidiary in the Greater Zurich Area. From this new base, it now plans to serve the market of Switzerland. To this end, it has also launched a Swiss version of its procurement platform.
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