Hylomorph wins innovation award
Zurich – Hylomorph has won the innovation award from the European Heart Rhythm Association. The spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich has developed a biocompatible membrane to improve the body’s acceptance of implants.
ASFALT launches e-bike
Solothurn – Startup ASFALT from the Greater Zurich Area is launching its latest development, the ASFALT LR e-bike, on the market. At 120km, the range of this model is twice that of normal e-bikes. The batteries are fully integrated in the frame.
Netcetera and Deutsche Kreditbank simplify online payment
Zurich – Software company Netcetera from the Greater Zurich Area and Deutsche Kreditbank have together developed a solution for the use of credit cards online. This will simplify payments through biometrics.
Universities launch master’s in cyber security
Zurich/Lausanne – The Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology in Zurich and Lausanne are introducing a joint master’s degree in cyber security. The program is being supported by the Swiss government and is expected to start in academic year 2019/2020.
Zurich is Switzerland’s leading startup hub
Zurich – Zurich established itself as one of Europe’s most important startup hubs in 2018. With 92 funding rounds, it was ranked sixth, generating an investment volume of €405 million that put it in ninth place. Switzerland as a whole is also far out in front in Europe, a report from EY reveals.
UZH finds new treatment approach for eczema
Zurich – Researchers at the University of Zurich (UZH) have investigated the role played by fungal suppressant interleukin-17 in the development of atopic dermatitis (eczema). It is hoped this will lead to a new potential approach for the treatment of eczema. The necessary antibodies already exist.
Crypto broker trades round the clock
Zug/Zurich - Crypto Broker AG is the first Swiss financial services provider to offer automated 24/7 crypto trading, following their triumph at the Swiss FinTech of the Year award.
Greater Zurich Area FinTech firms among award winners
Zurich - Apiax and Crypto Finance, start-ups from the Greater Zurich Area, are the winners at the Swiss FinTech Awards. Moreover, former Swiss Federal Councillor, Johann Schneider-Ammann, was named FinTech Influencer of the Year.
Paladino aiming to revolutionize the insurance market
Schlieren ZH – Paladino, a recently founded FinTech firm based in the Greater Zurich Area, is aiming to help companies bring insurance solutions to the market more rapidly. A major project has now been realized.
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