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.
Bossard enters 3D printing market
Zug – Fastening technology company Bossard from the Greater Zurich Area is teaming up with three German companies to sell 3D industrial printers. Bossard will also provide consulting services to customers.
Zurich economic region a driver of innovation
Energy harvesting by touch
Zurich – A receiver for touch communication that harvests its energy directly from the signal has been developed at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. This device does not need batteries and could revolutionise the use of touch sensors.
Piavita attracts investors from Silicon Valley
Zurich – Piavita has secured US$5.5 million in a funding round. The investors include two venture capital firms from Silicon Valley. The medtech startup from the Greater Zurich Area impressed with its measuring device for horse vitals.
Recruitment trends in the Swiss blockchain space
Degree courses in Zurich are among world’s best
Zurich – The Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich has the best degree course in the world for Earth and Marine Sciences, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject. The University of Zurich ranked as the best Swiss institution overall.
Nevin Galmarini wins gold on Oxess snowboard
Bubikon ZH – Professional snowboarder Nevin Galmarini won gold in the parallel giant slalom at this year’s Winter Olympic Games in South Korea. He was riding a customized snowboard designed by Oxess from the Greater Zurich Area.
Zurich ranks highly for fintech
Zug – Switzerland offers excellent general conditions for the fintech sector, as a study from the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts testifies. In an international comparison of towns and cities on this subject, Zurich and Geneva rank second and third, respectively. Only Singapore is rated higher.
Zurich is top for expat earnings
Zurich – By international comparison, the income of expatriates in Zurich is high. In the ranking of expat earnings compiled by HSBC, Zurich is placed third of the 52 cities.
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