Headsquarter: Greater Zurich’s most exciting mini tech ecosystem
Greater Zurich's tech scene is booming, and Headsquarter is right at the center of it all. This flexible co-working space has become a hotspot for AI and technology companies. CEO Anil Varghese shares the success strategy, explains why international firms choose Headsquarter, and explains how a boutique approach is shaping the future of work.
The big Swiss AI secret: How a small country challenges the tech giants
As global superpowers pour billions into AI, Switzerland takes a different route - decentralized, innovative, and surprisingly effective. Alexander Brunner shows how the Swiss model with its smart strategies and grassroots collaboration can rival even the most powerful tech nations.
Boosting robotics: the Robotics and AI Institute and Marco Hutter
The Robotics and AI Institute (RAI) opened its European headquarters in the Greater Zurich Area in early 2024. Headed by Professor Marco Hutter, it plays a key global role in the development of robots.
Greater Zurich’s AI surge: How education, talent and Swissness shape the global AI race
Greater Zurich’s rise as an AI hub is no coincidence. Strong education, skilled talent, and growing investment are shaping the region's AI future. But with global competition heating up, how can Greater Zurich keep its edge – and what role will local talent play? AI expert Daniel Naeff sheds light on Switzerland's role in the global AI race.
Technological innovation as the key to sustainability
The Greater Zurich Area is aligning its investment promotion strategy with sustainability. Four focus areas are at the core: technology-driven solutions, targeted talent development, the region as a test market for green innovation, and strong partnerships.
A Year of Excellence: From Revolut to the Space Exploration
The 2024 year in location marketing surpasses previous years in quality, scale, and excellence. With 91 new company settlements, the results are also slightly quantitatively positive. Key technologies such as AI and cleantech show remarkable growth.
Global market evaluations
Our GZA experts in the US, Europe, and Asia share insights into current trends and location decisions of international companies - from the AI wave in the US to deep tech growth in Europe and the global expansion of Chinese firms.
Higher BigTech density than Silicon Valley: Welcome to Greater Zurich
For decades, Silicon Valley has reigned as the undisputed epicenter of global innovation. Yet, 5,800 miles away, the Greater Zurich region in Switzerland has built a reputation as Europe’s compact tech powerhouse, attracting an impressive list of global giants.
Robotics in Greater Zurich: "A huge amount of young potential"
The Greater Zurich Area which includes ETH, is often termed the Silicon Valley of robotics. Justifiably so? ETH professor and serial entrepreneur Marco Hutter knows where the greatest opportunities in robotics lie.
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