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Swiss start-ups raised CHF 2.9 billion in 2025, marking a strong recovery in venture capital investment led by ICT and biotech.

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Swiss start-ups attract CHF 2.9 billion in 2025 as venture capital rebounds

3 February 2026

SWISSto12 has secured EUR 73 million in funding from ESA member states to accelerate the development and industrialization of HummingSat, its next-generation compact geostationary satellite platform.

SWISSto12 secures EUR 73 million ESA backing for HummingSat satellite platform

29 January 2026

The FIT has awarded three Tech Seed loans of CHF 100,000 each to early-stage start-ups CCRAFT, Databaum and Lemna Bio.

FIT backs three start-ups to advance photonics, agritech and AI-driven drug discovery

23 December 2025

Enlightra has secured USD 15 million to develop chip-scale, multiwavelength laser technology designed to improve the speed and energy efficiency of data transmission in AI clusters and data centers.

Enlightra raises USD 15 million to build energy-efficient laser links for AI infrastructure

23 December 2025

Lausanne-based Corintis has closed a USD 24 million Series A funding round to ramp up production of its microfluidic cooling technology, positioning itself to tackle one of the most pressing challenges in the AI era.

Corintis secures additional USD 25 million to scale advanced chip cooling technology

15 December 2025

Switzerland becomes part of the EU’s AI Factory network with “HEARTS,” a new hub focused on meteorology and advanced data technologies.

Switzerland joins European AI Factory network with new “HEARTS” antenna

20 October 2025

Western Switzerland has become a European hub for artificial intelligence, where open research, ethical standards, and technological excellence converge. Its vibrant ecosystem connects academia, industry, and international actors to advance transparent, responsible, and human-centered innovation.

Western Switzerland at the heart of artificial intelligence

With over 3,500 active organizations, AlpICT’s new map showcases the vitality and diversity of Western Switzerland’s digital landscape.

AlpICT unveils an interactive map of Western Switzerland’s IT ecosystem

7 October 2025

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Top Stories from Western Switzerland (September 2025)

30 September 2025

Lausanne-based Corintis has closed a USD 24 million Series A funding round to ramp up production of its microfluidic cooling technology, positioning itself to tackle one of the most pressing challenges in the AI era.

Corintis raises USD 24 million to accelerate chip cooling innovation

29 September 2025

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