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Amazon Web Services integrates Securosys solution
Zurich/Seattle - Amazon Web Services is using a solution developed by the Zurich-based firm Securosys for encryption keys used in conjunction with its applications. The solution is designed to offer secure storage of encryption keys.
Fixposition and Position Partners set to join forces
Schlieren/Bundoora - Fixposition and Position Partners will now be working together in Australia and New Zealand. Through this link-up, the partners hope to improve the control and positioning of autonomous devices such as field robots.
ETH and UN set to jointly tackle global challenges
Zurich/New York - The UN and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) are jointly driving the development of technology-based innovations in an attempt to overcome global challenges. ETH Zurich is contributing its expertise in the areas of conflict research and food security to the partnership, among other aspects.
Datwyler IT Infra to deploy drones for accident management services
Altdorf - Datwyler IT Infra is joining forces with Drone Harmony from Dübendorf and the Chinese firm DJI. The partners are planning to deploy drones in the aftermath of road accidents in urban areas. The drones will make first aid kits available and deliver real-time images to the emergency services.
Sleepiz One+ granted approval in the USA
Zurich - The Sleepiz device for contactless remote monitoring of a patient’s vital signs has been approved for use as a medical product by the US Food and Drug Administration. This means that the small cube-shaped device, which is placed on a bedside table during the night, can now be prescribed by doctors in the USA as well.
Hamilton sensors optimize cultivated meat production
Bonaduz - Hamilton has released an application note for the use of its in-line sensor technology in cultivated meat production. According to the note, these sensors are able to optimize bioprocesses and guarantee the quality and safety of the products.
Auxivo launches multitask exoskeleton on the market
Schwerzenbach - Auxivo, based in the canton of Zurich, is launching a new exoskeleton that will support workers in handling loads from floor level to the highest shelf. This solution is designed for use in areas such as logistics, agriculture and construction.
LimmaTech Biologics secures fresh capital of 37 million US dollars
Schlieren - LimmaTech Biologics has raised 37 million US dollars as part of a Series A financing round. This should allow the company to finance the further development of its vaccine pipeline against multidrug-resistant bacterial infections.
Schulthess Klinik named as Europe’s best orthopedic hospital
Zurich - Schulthess Klinik has been ranked in fourth place for orthopedic hospitals globally in hospital rankings compiled by Newsweek and Statista. This makes it Europe’s best hospital in this specialist area.
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