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ETH builds first super-conducting quantum component from graphene
Zurich - Researchers from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) have successfully built a super-conducting SQUID for the first time. The elements made from graphene will be used as quantum bits in quantum technology applications. This significantly expands the range of uses for the carbon graphene.
UBS issues first inaugural digital bond worldwide
Zurich - UBS has become the first bank in the world to issue an exchange-traded digital bond. At the same time, it is also the world’s first public benchmark bond that investors can access in both digital and traditional markets.
Authena and Brauerei Locher protect whiskey against forgery
Zug/Appenzell - Brauerei Locher is launching a limited edition of its Säntis Malt whiskey. The bottles are protected via the blockchain as distinctive collectors’ pieces. This has all been made possible by technology from Authena, a startup from the Greater Zurich Area.
Mirai Foods develops new product with Rügenwalder Mühle
Zurich/Bad Zwischenahn - Rügenwalder Mühle, a German supplier of vegetarian and vegan meat alternatives, will use a new product from startup Mirai Foods: cultivated beef fat. The product could be launched on the market in 2025 after receiving the appropriate approvals.
Further 11 million Swiss francs raised by neon
Zurich - This autumn, neon has raised a total of 11 million francs from institutional investors and through crowdfunding. By launching new products and achieving profitability with its mobile account app, the fintech startup intends to become independent of external capital.
Memo Therapeutics and Ono collaborating on R&D
Schlieren/Osaka - Memo Therapeutics and Ono Pharmaceutical, one of Japan’s largest pharma companies, have entered into a research and development (R&D) collaboration to discover antibodies for immuno-oncology targets. Their aim is to generate new drug candidates for cancer patients.
Lukka establishes European headquarters in the Greater Zurich Area
Zug/New York - Lukka has established its European headquarters in the Greater Zurich Area. The data and software company for cryptocurrency investments is seeking to expand its European operations from its new base. In terms of motivation for its choice of location, Lukka cites the innovative power and risk appetite on the part of local companies.
IBSA inaugurates its largest production facility
Collina d'Oro - IBSA Institut Biochimique has opened COSMOS, the multinational Group’s largest production facility, at its headquarters in the Greater Zurich Area. Keynote speeches praised the company as a critical resource for innovation and transfer processes as well as the social fabric of the region.
Consortium establishes framework for blockchain project in Lugano
Lugano - USI, SUPSI, Franklin University Switzerland and the city of Lugano have signed a framework agreement for the implementation of the Lugano Plan B project. This aims to promote the adoption of blockchain and Bitcoin throughout the city in addition to transforming Lugano into a hub for these technologies.
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