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Swiss researchers advise EU on blockchain
Rotkreuz ZG – The EU has established an international research network to assist politicians in making decisions in the area of blockchain. The Lucerne School of Information Technology in the Greater Zurich Area is involved in the project.
Boeing and Oerlikon join forces on 3D printing
Pfäffikon SZ – U.S. aerospace manufacturer Boeing is entering into a partnership with the Oerlikon technology group from the Greater Zurich Area to develop 3D-printed titanium aerospace parts.
Finnova awards technology prize to students
Chur – Banking software provider Finnova handed out the first Finnova Technology Award at its Greater Zurich Area office. The winners are two HTW Chur students, who were recognized for their work on fraud detection in online transactions.
Pregnolia secures fresh funding
Zurich – Pregnolia has successfully closed its seed round at 3.25 million Swiss francs. The spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) is developing a probe that improves care during routine pregnancy consultation.
Blockchain to revolutionise education credentials
Zurich – The newly launched startup Blokverse intends to develop a blockchain platform to manage digital education credentials. Blokverse was founded as a spin-off by the software company Netcetera from the Greater Zurich Area.
Pharmabiome develops artificial gut flora
Zurich – Researchers at the startup company Pharmabiome have developed an artificial gut flora that can be implanted into patients suffering from intestinal disorders. The development could offer an alternative to risky fecal transplants.
Zurich Airport is transport hub of the future
Zurich – Zurich Airport has welcomed three new tenants to its service center The Circle. Among them, Microsoft Switzerland will relocate its head office to the new build. The airport also plans to double the passenger capacity in its main terminal.
wefox raises investment from Hollywood
Zurich - The wefox Group has completed another funding round and the new investors this time include the Hollywood star Ashton Kutcher.
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