Avrios raises 14 million Swiss francs
Zurich - Avrios International AG has raised more than 14 million Swiss francs as part of a financing round. The company has developed software to aid the administration of fleet parks.
ETH is a world leader for spin-offs
Zurich – The Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich has spun out at least 20 companies annually since 2007, making it a world leader for spin-offs, writes an article in the “Wall Street Journal”.
SIX works with Shenzhen Stock Exchange
Zurich/Shenzhen – The Swiss Stock Exchange SIX and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to start a new initiative. The aim is to connect the investors’ community and companies in both countries to create more capital formation possibilities.
Window blinds produce power
Manno TI - iWin has won 10,000 Swiss francs from Venture Kick. The spin-off from the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland develops window blinds containing photovoltaic cells.
Scientists develop biodegradable skin sensors
Dübendorf ZH – Empa scientists have developed an analytic chip that can determine physiological parameters without puncturing the skin. The 3D-printed chips will even be biodegradable in the future.
Twinery counting on HeiQ dye technology
Schlieren ZH – The Sri Lankan textiles company Twinery is making use of a dye technology developed by the Greater Zurich Area start-up HeiQ. Its aim to make clothing production processes more sustainable.
Researchers develop mini spectrometer
Zurich – Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich have developed a mini spectrometer. This device can be integrated into cell phones and used to determine the alcoholic content of drinks, for example. However, it could also end up being used in space.
Deep learning platform aims to speed up developments
Zurich - Deep learning is indispensable in the development of complex applications such as driverless cars. The Zurich-based start-up Mirage Technologies is developing a deep learning platform to support companies in devising these kinds of products.
Zurich takes second place in global Smart City Index
Lausanne/Singapore - Zurich has been voted into second place as part of the first edition of the global Smart City Index. The index assesses the efforts and successes of a city in terms of the introduction of smart technologies to improve the lives of the people who live there.
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