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The 2024-2025 Innovation Fribourg Freiburg (IFF) Awards, organized by the canton of Fribourg and Banque Cantonale de Fribourg (BCF), celebrated the region’s most innovative companies.

Contrinex, Xemperia and ROMAG aquacare win the IFF 2024-2025 innovation awards

11 November 2024

Bern-based cleantech Neustark has launched its first UK-based carbon removal site in Greenwich, London, through a new partnership with Aggregate Industries, a member of the Holcim Group.

Bernese carbon capture pioneer Neustark launches first UK Site for CO₂ removal in recycled concrete

6 November 2024

A collaborative effort among scientists from Swisspod, EPFL and HEIG-VD has achieved a significant milestone in the development of hyperloop technology.

Record broken for longest hyperloop trial in Europe

5 November 2024

Western Switzerland, a region renowned for its precision engineering and watchmaking heritage, has become a hub for robotics innovation, blending technical expertise with pragmatic industrial applications. Home to companies like ABB, Intuitive Surgical, STMicroelectronics, and a strong ecosystem of academic and governmental support, Switzerland’s robotics sector offers an attractive environment for companies focusing on industrial automation rather than flashy consumer robotics.

Western Switzerland for Robotics Companies

Silicon Valley may be the tech hub of the world, but Western Switzerland offers a unique appeal of its own. GGBa's California representative (Greater Geneva Bern area), Marjorie Hamelin, shares her insights on what makes this region an attractive alternative for tech companies. From a highly skilled talent pool and seamless access to European markets to a robust ecosystem supporting precision manufacturing, Western Switzerland presents a distinctive environment for companies looking to expand and thrive globally.

Why Western Switzerland for Tech Companies: an interview with Marjorie Hamelin

Celebrating three decades of fostering innovation, the FIT has invested CHF 70 million in Swiss start-ups, generating thousands of jobs and raising nearly CHF 2.9 billion. The foundation announced a rebranding to reflect its evolving focus.

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The Foundation for Innovation and Technology celebrates 30 years of supporting Swiss start-ups

4 November 2024

Bernese start-up AlveoliX has published a study confirming the efficacy of its Lung-on-Chip model the study of respiratory diseases. The study, conducted with leading academic and industrial partners, demonstrates the model's potential for personalized and ethical testing.

AlveoliX achieves breakthrough with Lung-on-Chip model in respiratory research

4 November 2024

ImmuniWeb, a Geneva-based cybersecurity provider, has opened regional offices in London, Washington, and Dubai to enhance support for its global clientele, following record growth and increased demand for its AI-driven security solutions.

Geneva’s ImmuniWeb expands to London, Washington and Dubai following record growth

4 November 2024

The 2024 MassChallenge Switzerland Awards recognized four Swiss start-ups among its top winners, including EPFL spin-off Myriad Optics, which received the CHF 80,000 Platinum Award for its pathogen detection technology.

MassChallenge Switzerland 2024 Awards recognizes innovative Western Switzerland start-ups

4 November 2024

PeriVision, a Bern-based start-up, has received CE Marking for its VisionOne device, allowing it to be sold throughout Europe.

PeriVision receives CE marking for its VisionOne glaucoma diagnostics device

4 November 2024

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