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Swiss AI Model Apertus Misunderstood, Says Expert

Computer science professor clarifies objectives of Swiss-developed AI model Apertus, addressing criticism and explaining its intended purpose.

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Swiss AI Model Apertus Misunderstood, Says Expert

04:00 PM·defense

Switzerland Acquires Italian Radar System for Airspace Defense

Swiss government announces procurement of mobile short-range radar from Italian manufacturer Leonardo to enhance lower airspace surveillance capabilities

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Switzerland Acquires Italian Radar System for Airspace Defense

12:00 PM·technology

Swiss Companies Lag Behind in AI Investment

Study reveals Swiss firms falling behind European counterparts in artificial intelligence infrastructure and implementation

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Swiss Companies Lag Behind in AI Investment

04:00 PM·travel

New Entry-Exit System Launches at Swiss Airports

Switzerland implements electronic registration system for non-EU travelers, starting with Basel and Geneva airports on October 12, replacing manual passport stamping.

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New Entry-Exit System Launches at Swiss Airports

08:00 AM·artificial intelligence

AI Adoption Surges Among Swiss SMEs

Survey reveals significant increase in AI implementation across Swiss small and medium enterprises, particularly in translation and advertising.

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08:00 AM·military

Swiss Armed Forces to Launch Space Research Center

Switzerland announces CHF850 million investment in military space capabilities, aiming to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers.

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Swiss Armed Forces to Launch Space Research Center

04:00 PM·military

Swiss Army Launches Space Research Initiative with CHF850 Million Budget

Federal government approves creation of military space research center starting 2026, aiming to reduce dependence on foreign satellite technologies.

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Swiss Army Launches Space Research Initiative with CHF850 Million Budget

12:00 PM·technology

Swiss SMEs Embrace AI: 50% Now Using Technology for Business Operations

Survey reveals significant increase in AI adoption among Swiss small-medium enterprises, with translation and advertising leading implementation areas.

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Swiss SMEs Embrace AI: 50% Now Using Technology for Business Operations

08:00 AM·science

Switzerland Launches Highest European Radioactivity Monitoring Station

New monitoring station on Jungfraujoch at 3,400 meters will provide early detection of radioactive clouds entering Swiss airspace.

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Switzerland Launches Highest European Radioactivity Monitoring Station

08:00 AM·business

ABB's $5.4 Billion Robotics Division Sale to Softbank Marks Major Swiss Industrial Shift

Swiss-Swedish technology group ABB announces the sale of its robotics business to Japan's SoftBank Group, marking a significant shift in Swiss industrial landscape.

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ABB's $5.4 Billion Robotics Division Sale to Softbank Marks Major Swiss Industrial Shift

12:00 PM·education

Swiss School Principal Calls for Youth Social Media Ban

Head of German-speaking Switzerland's School Principals Association advocates complete social media ban for minors, comparing digital platforms' impact to substance addiction.

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Swiss School Principal Calls for Youth Social Media Ban

08:00 AM·technology

Solar Furnaces Transform Swiss Watchmaking Industry Waste

Innovative solar furnaces inaugurated in Swiss watchmaking hub to recycle steel offcuts, marking significant step toward sustainable luxury manufacturing.

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Solar Furnaces Transform Swiss Watchmaking Industry Waste

08:00 AM·immigration

Switzerland Implements New EU Entry/Exit Biometric Border System

Major changes coming to Swiss airports as new biometric border control system launches October 12th, affecting all non-EU travelers entering Switzerland.

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Switzerland Implements New EU Entry/Exit Biometric Border System

04:00 PM·healthcare

Roche's AI Kidney Test Receives European Certification

Basel-based Roche achieves breakthrough as its artificial intelligence-powered kidney disease assessment tool gains CE marking, targeting early diagnosis for 700 million patients globally.

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Roche's AI Kidney Test Receives European Certification

04:00 PM·international affairs

Swiss Components Found in Russian Military Drones

Ukrainian President reveals discovery of Swiss-manufactured parts in Russian military drones, raising concerns about export controls and neutral Switzerland's role in international conflicts.

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Swiss Components Found in Russian Military Drones

12:00 PM·innovation

World's First Solar Steel Recycling Furnaces Launch in Switzerland

Revolutionary solar-powered furnaces in La Chaux-de-Fonds mark global first for metal recycling, targeting watchmaking industry waste with sustainable technology.

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World's First Solar Steel Recycling Furnaces Launch in Switzerland

12:00 PM·defense

Swiss Army Enhances Drone Defense Capabilities

Switzerland is investing in new semi-mobile defense systems to detect and counter minidrones, with a CHF108 million budget allocated for protecting military infrastructure and supporting civil authorities.

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